Artesia, CA
$150,000
Artesia, CA
$150,000
Los Angeles, CA
$30,000
Los Angeles, CA
$540,000
Simi Valley, CA
$120,000
Valley Glen, CA
$295,000
Placentia, CA
$300,000
West Hollywood, CA
$2,900,000
Imperial Beach, CA
$275,000
Westminster, CA
$199,000
Sonoma County, CA
$129,000
Anaheim, CA
$120,000
Contra Costa County, CA
$700,000
Modesto, CA
$110,000
Walnut, CA
$95,000
Sacramento, CA
$150,000
Los Angeles, CA
$300,000
Albert Soto
True Inmobiliaria
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
We believe the role of a real estate agent is to guide and support, never to push or rush the process. We listen for as long as it takes to understand a client’s goals and objectives. Then, we put ourselves in their shoes to create a plan to meet those goals and objectives, devising solutions to any problems that may stand in the way. We also understand that buying or selling real estate can be a challenging, emotional experience. As your dedicated partner on this journey, we share our knowledge with you and provide you with the tools necessary to make informed decisions with ease and clarity. When you work with us, we work for you. Our client-first approach has resulted in us being named among America’s Best REALTORS® by Newsweek and ranking in the top 2% of all Orange County REALTORS® in 2020. We’ve also won Orange County Magazine’s prestigious All-Star award for three years straight. That’s because our passion is homeownership and its ability to elevate your lifestyle and create generational wealth. Our job is to find options for you while working with a level of transparency and integrity not always seen in this industry. We’re ready to assist with all your real estate needs, and we promise to be the true representatives of your best interests.
Los Angeles, CA
$175,000
Oakland, CA
$79,000
Marina Del Rey, CA
$150,000
Redondo Beach, CA
$60,000
California
$540,000
Redwood City, CA
$200,000
Contra Costa County, CA
$120,000
Los Angeles, CA
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
$49,000
Los Angeles, CA
$725,000
Long Beach, CA
$90,000
Los Angeles County, CA
$459,000
San Diego, CA
$69,000
San Bernardino County, CA
$500,000
Oak Park, CA
San Jose, CA
$75,000
San Francisco, CA
$125,000
San Diego, CA
$150,000
Anaheim, CA
$87,000
Tarzana, CA
$114,000
Los Angeles, CA
$75,000
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
Erik Wiese
Wiese & Associates
Serving San Diego County, CA
Since graduating from Harvard in 1989, Wiese & Associates has been providing outstanding commercial real estate brokerage and management services. We also specialize in business sales with a current emphasis on gas stations, car washes and convenience stores.
Los Angeles, CA
$175,000
Los Angeles, CA
$140,000
Huntington Beach, CA
$175,000
Poway, CA
$100,000
Gardena, CA
$59,000
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.