Apple Valley, CA
$69,000
Businesses For Sale in California
Local Info
Asset SaleFrozen Yogurt Shop – PRICE REDUCED
Asset SaleRamen Restaurant With Low Rent
Los Angeles, CA
$250,000
Asset SaleFoam Fabrication Business for Sale –EPS CNC & Polyurethane Equipment
Los Angeles, CA
$100,000
Asset SaleFor Sale: Domain and website with a good reputation for over 30 years
Redwood City, CA
$15,000
Asset SaleFull dine-in Brunch place with ABC license with patio.
La Mirada, CA
$150,000
Asset SaleEstablished Sign Shop with 35+ Years of Loyal Clientele
Orange County, CA
$350,000
Asset SaleTurnkey Luxury Salon Opportunity, Beverly Hills - $155,000
Los Angeles, CA
$155,000
Asset SaleLash and Makeup School and Salon
San Diego, CA
$38,000
Asset SaleTurn-Key Wine Shop/tasting Bar - Prime Emeryville Location | $200,000
Emeryville, CA
$200,000
Asset Sale"AAA: E Coast Hwy Site with inside and small outside seating
Corona Del Mar, CA
$300,000
Asset SaleAmerican Restaurant- Changeable to other concepts
Newport Beach, CA
$275,000
Asset SaleTurnkey, Brand New Cocktail Bar (Type 48) in Arts District
Los Angeles, CA
Not Disclosed
Asset SaleMassage Center in amazing Sawtelle area
Los Angeles, CA
$125,000
Asset SaleLow rent A lot of traffic next to Ontario mills
Ontario, CA
$120,000
Asset SaleTurn Key Pest Control Business
Menifee, CA
$180,000
Asset SaleIncredible Business Opportunity in the Heart of San Benito County!
Hollister, CA
$150,000
Johnathan Choe
TransWorld
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
Transworld Business Advisors is the world leader in the marketing and sales of businesses, mergers and acquisitions, and franchises. Whether you represent an acquisition-minded corporation or are personally interested in owning your own company or new franchise, Transworld Business Advisors offers the professional services that successfully bring buyers and sellers together. Transworld Business Advisors was founded in 1979 in South Florida and quickly grew into one of the largest business brokerage firms in the United States. With more than 300 offices in 49 of the United States and in 19 countries, Transworld Business Advisors is the global leader in helping our clients gain global reach while working with local offices that are owned and operated.
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Asset SaleScarlett Beauty Salon - Lake Balboa - LOW RENT
Lake Balboa, CA
$55,000
Asset SaleLiquor License Type 47
Monrovia, CA
$135,000
Asset SaleSeafood Rest, Build out $650K, ASSET SALE.Type41.
Norwalk, CA
$199,000
Asset SaleHigh-traffic area luxury food hall Donut& Ice Cream Shop in Stanton
Stanton, CA
$95,000
Asset SaleRetail / Resturant space with full kitchen
Poway, CA
$100,000
Asset SaleTurnkey Restaurant Full Service ABC License. SF Mission-Bernal
San Francisco, CA
$246,000
Asset SaleWell Established Medical Practice - Profitable Retail Center Location
Victorville, CA
$499,000
Asset SaleAsset sale.
Pasadena, CA
$55,000
Asset SaleBuellton Wine Country Restaurant
Buellton, CA
$100,000
Asset Sale2nd generation kitchen Asset Sale + Goodwill (optional)
Anaheim, CA
$175,000
Asset SaleChino hills Donut & Dessert Shop for Sale
Chino Hills, CA
$150,000
Asset SaleTurnkey Business- Ready for a coffee ,boba, juice, tea shop
Suisun City, CA
$30,000
Asset SaleAsian hot pot and snack restaurant for sale in Sf outer richmond
San Francisco, CA
$130,000
Asset SaleGorgeous 2nd generation Restaurant ABC47 -Palm Springs
Palm Springs, CA
$545,000
Asset SaleHair and Nail Beauty Salon on Main Street!
Glendale, CA
$50,000
Asset SaleSushi Restaurant – Asset Sale with ABC 41 Lic – Prime Laguna Niguel
Laguna Niguel, CA
$195,000
Asset SaleRestaurant in Rowland Heights w/ ABC 41
Rowland Heights, CA
$210,000
Asset SaleTurnkey Salon Opportunity in Arcadia
Arcadia, CA
$125,000
Asset SaleLos Angeles County 47/48 Liquor License for Sale
Los Angeles, CA
$74,500
Asset SaleOakland Bar for Sale
Alameda County, CA
$229,000
Asset SaleLow Rent - Cute Coffee Shop/Cafe in Inner Richmond!
San Francisco, CA
$275,000
Asset SaleAsset Sale L&l Hawaiian Bbq
Ramona, CA
$100,000
Asset SaleMelrose Ave./La Brea Area Turnkey Restaurant W/ Type 47 License
Los Angeles, CA
$475,000
Asset SaleMobile Wound Care for Sale
Los Angeles, CA
$75,000
Asset SaleNorth Park Restaurant / Distillery For Sale
San Diego, CA
$215,000
Asset SaleLong standing sushi restaurant in Santa Ana
Santa Ana, CA
$149,999
Asset SaleLiquor Store with Upside – Taken Over, Steady Operations, Growing Sale
Woodland Hills, CA
$299,999
Asset SaleBoba Tea Shop for Sale ( Please do not speak to the employees )
San Diego County, CA
$99,000
John Irvine
Liberty Business Advisors of San Francisco Inc.
Serving Contra Costa County, CA
A highly respected and trusted company in helping to facilitate buying and selling of businesses in California. We specialize in the confidential sale, acquisition and valuation of small to medium sized businesses. Trust the biggest business decision in your life to the firm with the highest integrity, operating with the utmost confidentiality and a solid commitment to you, the business owner.
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Asset SaleTurnkey Tea & Honey Brand for Sale
San Diego County, CA
$17,450
Asset SaleThai Bistro
Chula Vista, CA
$120,000
Asset SaleFull Liquor License For Sale Nevada County ABC Type 47
Truckee, CA
$175,000
Asset SaleBoba shop Asset sale
Loma Linda, CA
$149,000
Asset SalePoke Restaurant
Corona, CA
$155,000
Asset SaleBAR / LOUNGE / CLUB For Sale in Koreatown
Los Angeles, CA
$250,000
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.
