Whittier, CA
$250,000
Whittier, CA
$250,000
Lemon Grove, CA
$175,000
Los Angeles, CA
$180,000
Redwood City, CA
$15,000
Rosemead, CA
$200,000
Orange County, CA
$350,000
San Francisco, CA
$130,000
Los Angeles, CA
$175,000
Los Angeles, CA
$140,000
Huntington Beach, CA
$175,000
Poway, CA
$100,000
Gardena, CA
$59,000
California
Santa Ana, CA
$189,900
Canoga Park, CA
$249,999
Riverside County, CA
$425,000
Teri Szoke
Assisted Living Real Estate Group/ Pellego Inc.
Serving Orange County, CA
Our focus is on serving clients with a strong interest in the senior assisted living and adult residential care? industry. With our extensive industry expertise, we are uniquely positioned to adapt to evolving client needs, regulatory changes, and market conditions. While the market is saturated with commercial brokers, few possess a deep understanding of the complexities inherent in ?this industry. Our team is well-versed in the nuances of buying and selling assisted living facilities and associated businesses and properties, drawing from our own personal business experiences to navigate this specialized sector effectively. Our top-tier, confidential marketing strategy is designed to safeguard the seller & business, reputation, and operations while drawing in potential buyers who are equally dedicated to delivering quality care for the elderly. We achieve this by emphasizing confidentiality, targeted marketing, and transparent communication. This approach ensures a smooth and successful transaction, benefiting both the seller and the buyers, without causing any disruptions to the essential services provided to the residents. With over 25 years of combined experience in ?opening, owning, s?elling, ?helping others sell and buy various care facilities and agencies. Our expertise spans Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly (RCFE), Assisted Living Facilities, Adult Residential Facilities (ARF), Drug and Alcohol Rehab Centers?,? Congregate Facilities, Home Health Care Agencies? and Hospice Agencies?. We are committed to providing exceptional service and valuable insights to help you navigate the complexities of these industries.
San Diego County, CA
$305,000
Palm Desert, CA
$125,000
Buellton, CA
$100,000
Anaheim, CA
$175,000
Los Angeles, CA
$30,000
Los Angeles, CA
$30,000
Los Angeles, CA
$30,000
Los Angeles, CA
$30,000
Oakland, CA
$399,000
Morgan Hill, CA
$130,000
Burbank, CA
$49,000
Rolling Hills Estates, CA
$99,000
Santa Clara, CA
$279,880
Yorba Linda, CA
$70,000
Los Angeles, CA
$30,000
West Covina, CA
$120,000
San Diego, CA
$40,000
Paramount, CA
Los Angeles County, CA
$875,000
Orange, CA
$115,000
Alameda County, CA
$150,000
Walnut Creek, CA
$79,990
Montebello, CA
$30,000
West Hollywood, CA
$340,000
North Hollywood, CA
$165,000
Costa Mesa, CA
$125,000
Los Angeles, CA
$80,000
Campbell, CA
$269,000
James Liao
Berkshire Hathaway Home Services
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
Buying
Sherman Oaks, CA
$165,000
Tulare, CA
$99,900
Sacramento, CA
$194,000
Fresno, CA
$125,000
Sacramento, CA
$485,000
Santa Barbara, CA
$425,000
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.