Ontario, CA
$2,400,000
Businesses For Sale in California
Local Info
High Growth High Profit CBD Products Co
Antique Auto Part Distribution - Since 1978 - Los Angeles County, Cali
Los Angeles County, CA
$1,499,900
Dental Practice for Sale - San Bernardino, CA
San Bernardino County, CA
$200,000
Speciality Pizza Restaurant for Sale in Modesto CA
Modesto, CA
$175,000
Allstate Agency Mega in Burlingame Area 30 years in Business
Burlingame, CA
$1,950,000
Health, Nutrition and Weightloss Store
Orange County, CA
$75,000
Established Sleep and Wellness Center
Orange County, CA
$600,000
Cannabis Manufacturing and Distribution Licenses(Los Angeles, CA)#1464
Los Angeles, CA
$325,000
Famous COVID Lab sells Licenses, Credentials, and Equipment
Santa Monica, CA
$325,000
PRICE REDUCED $149,000 Mexican Restaurant Monterey, Ca.
Monterey, CA
$149,900
Business Opportunity -The Wharf and Anchor Lodge
Mendocino County, CA
$300,000
Italian Restaurant - Danville
Danville, CA
$160,000
Profitable Established Mrs.Fields Cookies Seller Franchise For Sale
Los Angeles County, CA
$350,000
Profitable Direct Lending & Real Estate Investments Services
California
$35,000,000
Cannabis Dispensary & Delivery Business (Costa Mesa, CA) #1473
Costa Mesa, CA
$699,000
Cannabis Nursery Cultivation For Sale (Humboldt County, CA) #1470
Eureka, CA
$1,200,000
Tony CBI
Business Team
Serving Contra Costa County, CA
BTI Group, is the largest Business Brokerage firm in the Western United States, specializing in arranging the purchase and sale of privately owned companies. From our humble beginnings, we have grown to 7 offices and 100+ brokers throughout California. In total, we have successfully facilitated the sale of over 5,000 businesses in high-tech, manufacturing, service, retail, wholesale, food and beverage industries. More importantly than the number of businesses that we sell, the rolodex of 100+ associates providing access to corporate strategic buyers, private equity groups, and high network individuals creates competition and ultimately the best price for your business. We are involved in all levels of a transaction, including but not limited to: In depth market analysis and pricing strategy, coordination and implementation of marketing plans, scrutinizing and pre-screening all potential buyers, negotiating terms of transactions, arranging acquisition financing, administering paperwork and agreements, and interfacing with your attorney and CPA while coordinating due diligence, transaction details, and escrow.
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Turn Key ANNUAL Manufacturing Type 6 & Distribution Business For Sale
Palm Springs, CA
$420,420
Super nice restuarant-great location and demographics
San Diego, CA
$399,999
Sushi 6-days open ABC and $3600 all in rent!
West Covina, CA
$160,000
Popular Grocery Market with Beer Wine License - Salinas
Salinas, CA
$1,299,000
76 Gas Station Business Only
Los Angeles, CA
$1,899,000
Established Wine Shop
Santa Barbara, CA
$120,000
High End Sacramento Carehome - 6 Bed RCFE
Sacramento, CA
$135,000
REST, 41, HELP RUN, FULL KITCHEN, HIGH VOL & NET.
Los Angeles County, CA
$199,000
Established Hair Salon
Newport Beach, CA
$160,000
Global MultiMedia Technology SaaS Company with growth potential
Alameda County, CA
Cash Flow: $975,496
Profitable Tech and Media Company with Global Reach
Pleasanton, CA
Cash Flow: $400,322
Liquor Store
Sacramento County, CA
$650,000
Excellent Branded Gas Station with Liquor License
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Fresno County, CA
$2,990,000
Digital Advertising Company For Sale
San Jose, CA
$115,000
Restaurant & Full Bar with a beautiful patio
San Clemente, CA
$549,000
Preschool Business For Sale Alameda, CA
Alameda, CA
$480,000
Charming Gift Shop in San Diego
San Diego, CA
$140,000
Cannabis Laboratory, California, ISO, Fully Equipped, Seller Note
San Diego, CA
$1,750,000
Famous Thai Restaurant for Sale! In West Hollywood, CA! WOW!!! West LA
Hollywood, CA
$119,000
Turnkey Woodworking Business Specializing in Military Awards
Chula Vista, CA
$1,200,000
Famous Omakase / Japanese Restaurant in PRIME SILVER LAKE CA
Los Angeles, CA
$250,000
Fantastic Quick Serve Opportunity in Gardena
Gardena, CA
$75,000
High-Growth EV Charging Installation Company
California
$2,500,000
Cannabis Dispensary, Cultivation, & Distribution (Stockton, CA)#1449
Stockton, CA
$299,000
Drywall Contractor
Los Angeles County, CA
$775,000
Convenience Store
Alameda County, CA
$250,000
Reedley Smoke Shop & Gifts
Reedley, CA
$150,000
Retail Used Car Dealership in Orange County
Orange County, CA
$45,000
Jen Spaletta
Century 21 Select commercial Group
Serving Glenn County, CA
The Century 21 Select Commercial division. We cover the full spectrum of commercial real estate categories, including business brokerage Mergers and Acquisitions and development. We are a specialized group of full-service real estate advisors that provide clients with unparalleled experience in buying, selling, exchanging or leasing real estate.
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Established Neighborhood Taqueria
San Francisco, CA
$139,000
Cannabis Manufacturing & Distribution Brand
Los Angeles, CA
$6,950,000
Tony's Men's Clothing
Palm Desert, CA
$49,000
Location! Well Known Plastic Surgery Center in the Coachella Valley
Riverside County, CA
$1,900,000
Pet Grooming and Pet Hotel Facility
Barstow, CA
$399,999
Clean Ready to Bill Home Health Agency in Orange County
Orange, CA
$295,000
Buy or Sell a Business in California
California is a huge state with a lot of money, so it's naturally a popular destination for businesses. The major industries in California include technology, agriculture, and entertainment, but the private business for sale market spans the gamut of sectors.
If you're looking to buy (or sell) a business in California, it helps to have some context on the market. We have aggregated and summarized the most current listings data to provide a basic overview of the business for sale market in California.
Market Overview
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Number of Businesses for Sale |
~5,500 |
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Median Asking Price |
$360,000 |
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Median Reported Revenue |
$630,000 |
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Median Reported Earnings |
$150,000 |
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Profit Margin |
23% |
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Earnings Multiple |
2.5 |
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Revenue Multiple |
0.6 |
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Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings. |
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Major Metro Areas
More than 80% of all businesses for sale in the state are in the following six metro areas:
- Fresno Metro Area
- Greater Los Angeles Area
- Modesto-Merced Area
- Sacramento Area
- San Francisco Bay Area
- Visalia-Hanford Area
How many businesses are listed for sale in California?
There are around 5,400 businesses for sale in California, with listings across various metro areas and statewide.
What types of businesses are for sale?
The marketplace in California is diverse, with all types of businesses in play.
- Food and Restaurants (approx. 1740)
- Retail (approx. 730)
- Service Businesses (approx. 570)
- Health Care and Fitness (approx. 440)
- Automotive and Boat (approx. 350)
- Manufacturing to Beauty and Personal Care, among others.
What is the average asking price for these businesses?
The median asking price for businesses listed for sale in California is $360,000.
What is the average revenue of these businesses?
The median reported revenue for these businesses is $630,000.
What is the average seller discretionary earnings?
The median reported earnings, often referred to as Seller Discretionary Earnings (SDE), is $150,000.
What are the average valuation multiples?
Typically, businesses are being listed with an earnings multiple of 2.5 and a revenue multiple of 0.6 when referring to the asking price.
Which cities in California have the most businesses listed for sale?
The cities with the highest number of listings are Los Angeles (approx. 480), San Diego (approx. 250), San Francisco (approx. 220), Sacramento (approx. 140), San Jose (approx. 120), Oakland (approx. 80), Long Beach (approx. 80), Anaheim (approx. 60), and Riverside (approx. 60).
How can California business owners sell their own businesses?
Most business owners will retain an experienced business broker, who will typically charge a 10-15% success fee. Some business owners choose to list their business for sale directly and take on the entire process on their own. This can be a complex and challenging task, requiring an understanding of the market, great marketing skills, and even better negotiating skills.
