California
$799,000
Businesses For Sale in California
Local Info
Integrated Circuit Testing and Repair
Auto Service Franchise
Santa Clara County, CA
$275,000
Sal's Tobacco & More
Fresno, CA
$80,000
Established & Profitable Limousine Company
Corona, CA
$599,885
Extremely Profitable Upscale Spa
Orange County, CA
$1,300,000
Smoke Era & Vape
Bakersfield, CA
$125,000
Electrical Subcontracting Business
Los Angeles County, CA
$299,000
Polk Gulch Wine Bar For Sale
San Francisco County, CA
$150,000
Karaoke Bar in city of Arcadia for Sale
Arcadia, CA
$120,000
7-Eleven in Los Alamitos
Los Alamitos, CA
$350,000
Good Income Poke & Ramen in big Showing area
Riverside County, CA
$180,000
Advanced Battery Backup For Solar Systems Manufacturer
Sacramento County, CA
$500,000
Turnkey | Child Care Center | 122-Total Lic. | Biz and Real Estate.
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Ontario, CA
$3,490,000
Smoke Shop: Glendora, California
Glendora, CA
$99,888
Dual Business - Proven Medical Practice & Lucrative Clinical Research
Orange, CA
$1,200,000
Beautiful full liquor restaurant opportunity in downtown Hermosa
Hermosa Beach, CA
$350,000
BJ Delhamer
Insite Commercial Real Estate Advisors
Serving San Diego County, CA
Insight Commercial is a commercial real estate brokerage specializing in the bulk sale of operational child care centers and assisted living facilities. We offer a rare blend of business brokerage expertise and commercial real estate transaction acumen, allowing our clients to maximize the combined value of their business and property. Our primary focus is helping owners exit with confidence by delivering qualified buyers, seamless deal structures, and the highest possible price for both the enterprise and the underlying real estate. We understand the complexities of regulated industries, including licensing requirements, subsidy structures, and facility compliance, and we bring that knowledge to every transaction. Whether it's a single-site operation or a multi-location portfolio, we tailor the process to meet the specific needs of each owner while ensuring a smooth transition for staff, families, and residents. Our team has closed dozens of transactions across California and beyond, with an unmatched track record in presenting clean, professional listing packages that attract institutional and entrepreneurial buyers alike.
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Gourmet Soup and Sandwich Eatery For Sale
Santa Cruz County, CA
$95,000
Refurbished Appliances Store, Great Cash Flow, San Luis Obispo, CA
San Luis Obispo, CA
$150,000
Santa Monica Area Bar with Kitchen – Stellar Freeway Access
Santa Monica, CA
$425,000
Profitable Ebay Store - Est 20+ Yrs -Owner Retire
Los Angeles County, CA
$450,000
Tailor Shop & Tuxedo Rental in Orange County
Orange County, CA
$99,000
A Business with "Location,Location,Location!
Placer County, CA
$550,000
Tasting Room I Turn-key Winery Operation I Seller Financing Available
Santa Cruz, CA
$2,995,000
Subway Sandwich Restaurant (Fremont)
Fremont, CA
$375,000
Good Reputation Lab with Large Customer Database, Equipped for PCR/Gen
Irvine, CA
$650,000
Established local restaurant with Type 47 ABC license in Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz, CA
$350,000
Upscale Womens Clothing Boutique in Fashionable Westcliffe Plaza
Newport Beach, CA
$199,000
Deli and Pizza restaurant-long established - great rent-full kitchen
Poway, CA
$139,999
Van Nuys Home Health Care For Sale
Van Nuys, CA
$190,000
Retail E-Commerce with Recurring Revenue and Completely Relocatable
Sacramento County, CA
$500,000
Manufacturer / Distributor of Industrial Rollers (RE avail)
Los Angeles County, CA
$375,000
***In Escrow*** Highly Profitable Pipe Manufacturer
Los Angeles, CA
$11,500,000
E-commerce business with subscribers, can be moved
Sacramento County, CA
$499,000
Brewery & Restaurant (Santa Clara County)
Santa Clara County, CA
$375,000
Ramen, Sushi, and Thai Restaurant in Downtown Long Beach
Long Beach, CA
$320,000
Low Voltage Electrical Contractor, AV Install & Service+
Ventura County, CA
$700,000
Upscale Beauty Store & Salon - Professional Products, No. Bay Area
Sonoma County, CA
$399,000
Well-Established Japanese Restaurant for Sale
Contra Costa County, CA
$138,000
Rare Irvine 2nd Gen Turnkey Restaurant
Irvine, CA
$299,000
Interior Architectural Design Firm Hospitality resort Luxury Homes
Irvine, CA
$175,000
Liquor Store in Anaheim
Anaheim, CA
$225,000
13 FedEx Ground Routes, Burbank CA
Sun Valley, CA
$1,650,000
Central California Logistics-REAL ESTATE AVAILABLE
California
Not Disclosed
EBITDA: $400,000
Night club w/ full Liquor #47 lic & full kitchen for Sale in Santa Ana
Santa Ana, CA
$600,000
Simon Cho
RedPoint Realty
Serving Orange County, CA
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Liquor Store - 12 Years in Business - Retiring - Koreatown, Los Angles
Los Angeles, CA
$289,000
Established and profitable Burger, Brews and Cocktails Restaurant
Claremont, CA
$399,000
Liquor, 12 Yrs Biz, Retire, Korea Town, LA.
Vermont, CA
$289,000
Premier Electrical Contracting Business in LA with Unique Specialties
Los Angeles County, CA
$2,500,000
Beautiful all Rental Salon in South Orange County. Turnkey Operation,
Foothill Ranch, CA
$120,000
Veterinary Hospital, AAHA , Northern Coast of California
California
Not Disclosed
EBITDA: $500,000
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.
