Santa Barbara, CA
$390,000
Businesses For Sale in California
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Asset SaleBar and Lounge
Asset SaleMexican Restaurant Asset Sale Turnkey Opportunity
California
$150,000
Asset SaleWest Hollywood Prime Turnkey Restaurant For Sale
Los Angeles, CA
$850,000
Asset SaleCafe Sunfish (North County San Diego)
San Diego, CA
Not Disclosed
Asset SaleGreat price/ Prime Downtown Location
Contra Costa County, CA
$29,000
Asset SaleUnbelievable Buildout with Incredible Ocean Views and Type 47
Laguna Beach, CA
$749,000
Asset SaleRiverside County 47/48 Liquor License for Sale
Palm Springs, CA
$45,000
Asset SaleSan Mateo County 47/48 Liquor License for Sale
San Mateo, CA
$97,000
Asset SaleAlameda County 47/48 Liquor License for Sale
Oakland, CA
$45,000
Asset SaleSacramento County 47/48 Liquor License for Sale
Sacramento, CA
$34,000
Asset SaleOperate Where the Action Is – 42 License Corner Bar in Downtown Oceans
Oceanside, CA
$450,000
Asset SaleAsset Sale beer and wine market
Gardena, CA
$85,000
Asset SaleMexican Restaurant - Since 1952, Long History
Los Angeles, CA
$60,000
Asset SaleTurnkey Dog FREE Boarding & Training Facility – 2,200 sq. ft. Leased
Anaheim, CA
Not Disclosed
Asset SaleBeautifully decorated restaurant in Uptown Whittier
Whittier, CA
$200,000
Asset SaleLeucadia Restaurant For Sale
Leucadia, CA
$325,000
Greg Michail, CBB
Sunbelt Business Brokers of Pasadena
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
Sunbelt Business Brokers of Pasadena (SBBP) is a Southern California based firm specializing in business mergers, acquisitions, and valuations. It is part of the worldwide Sunbelt Network of over 300 offices. Sunbelt specializes in small and medium size privately held companies with a particular emphasis on manufacturing, distribution and select business-to-business service industries. Sunbelt is dedicated to providing clients with confidential and professional representation and assisting them in achieving their business objective. For more information, log on www.sunbeltpasadena.com.
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Asset SaleBoba Drinks and Snacks ( 40K Price, Full Kitchen Hood Available )
Concord, CA
$40,000
Asset SaleConvertible Asset Sale - Second Generation Hair Salon
Fremont, CA
$100,000
Asset SaleAmerican Fast Casual.
Orange, CA
$95,000
Asset Sale24 Years El Dorado Hills Landscape & Design
El Dorado Hills, CA
$10,000
Asset SaleNails & spa for SALE
Lake Forest, CA
$150,000
Asset SaleHigh End Salon in San Diego County
San Diego County, CA
$85,000
Asset SaleAftermarket Auto Body Collision Parts
North Highlands, CA
$400,000
Asset SaleHyw. 1 Coffee Shop/Cafe
Moss Landing, CA
$25,000
Asset SaleMarket awaiting approval for an ABC Type-20 license
Los Angeles, CA
$180,000
Asset SaleBar Restaurant Type 47 to 2 am
Los Angeles, CA
$158,000
Asset SalePremier NorCal brewery facility assets for sale; low lease rate(no IP)
California
$2,000,000
Asset SaleProduce Marketing Company and Packing House
Fresno County, CA
$4,200,000
Asset SaleLow Rent Auto Body For Sale w/ Licensed Spray Booth
North Hollywood, CA
$150,000
Asset SaleRedondo Beach restaurant/bar with a full liquor license (ABC type 47).
Redondo Beach, CA
$8,170
Asset SaleAsset Sale - Studio City restaurant with parking, patio & B/W License
Studio City, CA
$350,000
Asset SalePrime Coastal Café Location – 1 Block from the Beach
Carlsbad, CA
$165,000
Asset SaleAsset Sale ~ Turnkey Restaurant ~ Prime Location ~ Fountain Valley
Fountain Valley, CA
$195,000
Asset SaleAsset Sale - Second Generation Restaurant for a Well-Performing Space
Salinas, CA
$180,000
Asset SaleScalable Kitchen Renovation Business
San Diego, CA
$56,000
Asset SaleRoom to grow in LA
Los Angeles, CA
$199,000
Asset SaleGreat Opportunity. 2 Generation Restaurant
Sacramento, CA
$150,000
Asset SalePurified Water Vending Asset Sale with Huge Revenue Potential
San Bernardino County, CA
$2,000,000
Asset SaleItalian Family Friendly Restaurant for Sale
Newbury Park, CA
$450,000
Asset SalePrime 3rd St location 2nd gen restaurant, pedestrian traffic
Los Angeles, CA
$150,000
Asset SaleAsset Sale - Second Generation Restaurant with Hood
Santa Clara, CA
$200,000
Asset SaleClosed Liquor Store with Land & Hard Liquor License
Los Angeles, CA
$2,500,000
Asset SaleTurnkey Hair Salon in Prime Bay Area Location
San Francisco, CA
$65,000
Asset SaleConcierge Medical Practice Serving an Underserved Area
Marin County, CA
$300,000
Francois Takle
Coldwell Banker Hallmark Realty
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
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Asset SaleNail Salon in Prime Location - Asset Sale!
Highland, CA
$75,000
Asset SaleFive Star Beachside Restaurant Location
Laguna Beach, CA
$225,000
Asset SaleSonoma County ABC Type 75 Brewpub & Restaurant License for Sale
Santa Rosa, CA
$35,000
Asset SaleProfitable Laundromat for Sale – Great Location & Stable Income
California
$600,000
Asset Sale$170,000- Prime Location Restaurant In Huntington Beach
Huntington Beach, CA
$170,000
Asset SaleAsset Sale Food Trailer
Stanislaus County, CA
$115,000
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.
