REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Alameda County, CA
$1,900,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Alameda County, CA
$1,900,000
Los Angeles County, CA
$3,150,000
Northridge, CA
$69,000
San Francisco, CA
$250,000
San Martin, CA
$550,000
Santa Monica, CA
$250,000
Arcadia, CA
$143,000
Redondo Beach, CA
$1,800,000
Oakland, CA
$370,000
Alameda County, CA
$175,000
Monrovia, CA
$159,000
Los Angeles, CA
$398,000
Los Angeles, CA
$349,000
Huntington Beach, CA
$59,000
Los Angeles County, CA
$1,100,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
San Bernardino, CA
$2,500,000
Eric Johnson
First Choice Business Brokers-SF Bay
Serving Santa Clara County, CA
As a Franchisee/Broker at First Choice Business Brokers, I help Main Street to Lower-Middle-Market businesses with proven business models and cash flow find strategic exits. I have been active in starting, scaling, and exiting businesses for over 3 decades having successfully facilitated deals across various sectors, including technology, transportation, manufacturing, retail, and franchise sales. First Choice Business Brokers is a Nationwide organization active since 1995 in over 100 markets. We have completed over $12.5 billion in business sales and are ranked as one of the best and fastest growing companies in our segment. Our reach is unprecedented and our agents are the best trained in the business.
Alhambra, CA
$600,000
Riverside County, CA
$340,000
Milpitas, CA
$160,000
California
$350,000
Kern County, CA
$500,000
San Francisco County, CA
$199,000
San Francisco, CA
$120,000
Los Angeles, CA
$750,000
Antioch, CA
$280,000
Santa Monica, CA
Cash Flow: $105,000
Lancaster, CA
$375,000
Sacramento County, CA
$125,000
San Jose, CA
$65,000
Santa Clara County, CA
Cash Flow: $1,302,476
San Francisco, CA
$300,000
Los Angeles County, CA
$13,000,000
California
$250,000
Saratoga, CA
$250,000
Anaheim, CA
$864,000
Shasta County, CA
$315,000
Winnetka, CA
$600,000
San Francisco, CA
$200,000
Los Angeles County, CA
$395,000
Eagle Rock, CA
$670,000
San Bernardino County, CA
$139,000
Santa Cruz, CA
$550,000
Anaheim, CA
$168,000
Shasta County, CA
$549,000
Lamar Rutherford
Excellens Solutions
Serving San Diego County, CA
There are overlooked differences between "transactional" and "consultative" business brokers — and not knowing those differences can cost you thousands of dollars. You want a proven advisor . . .? ? A Consultative Broker with a proven system to maximize the value you'll get when you sell Consultative Broker with preferred access to qualified buyers Track record of success with other businesses in your industry — and able to sell for higher than expected. (We have participated in 100+ successful sales at maximum multipliers.) Proven framework combined with one-on-one consulting on how to tell the right story Deep accounting/CPA experience Deep analysis and understanding of your needs, current market conditions and enhanced ability to help you — even if you aren't prepared or positioned to sell immediately.
Northridge, CA
$80,000
Los Angeles, CA
$770,000
Ladera Ranch, CA
$149,000
Los Angeles County, CA
$780,000
Torrance, CA
$795,000
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
Number of Businesses for Sale |
~5,500 |
Median Asking Price |
$360,000 |
Median Reported Revenue |
$630,000 |
Median Reported Earnings |
$150,000 |
Profit Margin |
23% |
Earnings Multiple |
2.5 |
Revenue Multiple |
0.6 |
Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings. |
Major Metro Areas
More than 80% of all businesses for sale in the state are in the following six metro areas:
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.
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.