San Diego County, CA
$17,450
Businesses For Sale in California
Local Info
Asset SaleTurnkey Tea & Honey Brand for Sale
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
Asset SaleWrought Iron Est 39 Yrs, 5 Star Reviews
Los Angeles County, CA
$119,000
Asset SaleWell established 22-year Vending Route- Work 1-Day @ Week
Orange County, CA
$99,900
Asset SaleDental office leasehold for sale in Brea
Brea, CA
$75,000
Asset Sale20,000 sq.ft. Wholesale Bakery. Fully Equipped. Asset Sale
Burlingame, CA
$495,000
Asset SaleGreater Vallejo, CA -Ice Cream Dessert Shop
Solano County, CA
$120,000
Asset SalePresotea Boba: Absentee | Gross $604K | Asset Sale Now $129K
Torrance, CA
$129,000
Asset SaleGranite, Stone Fabrication
Indio, CA
$165,000
Asset SalePrime Modern Mexican Restaurant - Newport Beach Corner Location
Newport Beach, CA
$350,000
Asset Sale2nd Gen. Restaurant Asset Sale Prime Culver City Location
Culver City, CA
$175,000
Asset SaleChildren’s Education And Play Center Franchise
Fremont, CA
$200,000
Steve Ramsthel
Steve Ramsthel
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
FedEx Ground Pickup & Delivery and Line Haul Routes
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Asset SaleTasting Room For Sale
San Luis Obispo County, CA
$25,000
Asset Sale2nd Generation Restaurant Space – Food & Beverage Ready
Los Angeles, CA
$220,000
Asset SaleCarpet Cleaning Franchise, Truck, Equipment and Powerful Brand Name
Winchester, CA
$45,000
Asset SaleProfitable Dessert Cafe in Prime Orange County
Orange County, CA
$150,000
Asset SaleJapanese Hair Salon Business in Downtown LA
Los Angeles, CA
$35,000
Asset SalePRICE REDUCED Asset Sale Restaurant
Berkeley, CA
$120,000
Asset SaleBeautiful restaurant in prime location
San Jose, CA
$149,999
Asset SaleProfitable Trusted Home Framing Contractor with Decades of Experience
Riverside County, CA
$8,500,000
Asset SaleRevolutionary Maglev Doors - Billion-dollar market opportunities
California
$3,000,000
Asset SaleRestaurant for sale in Anaheim Hills
Anaheim Hills, CA
$199,000
Asset SaleRestaurant Taqueria in Anaheim
Anaheim, CA
$165,000
Asset SaleProfitable Equine & Livestock Equipment Manufacturer
Riverside County, CA
$750,000
Asset SaleSouthern California Plastics Company – Stable Revenue, Profitable with
Riverside County, CA
$2,800,000
Asset SaleSo fine near SoFi
Inglewood, CA
$130,000
Asset SaleUpscale Salon in Prime South Orange County
Orange County, CA
$60,000
Asset SalePremium Streaming Platform with a Mission
West Hollywood, CA
$140,000
Asset SaleWoodworking Facility 10k sq ft
Gardena, CA
$465,000
Asset SaleRestaurant Ready – Asset & Tenant Improvements for Sale
Rocklin, CA
$139,000
Asset SaleOcean Beach Restaurant For Sale
Ocean Beach, CA
$280,000
Asset SaleTWO - 2022 New Build-Out, Turn Key QSR Restaurants, Highly Visible
San Bernardino County, CA
$198,000
Asset Sale2022 Modern Sandwich QSR Build-Out, Fully Equipped in Prime Location
Upland, CA
$99,000
Asset Sale2022 New Build, Turn Key QSR Restaurant, Highly Visible Location
Cypress, CA
$99,000
Asset SaleCosmetic Surgery and MD Laser Center
Stanislaus County, CA
$500,000
Asset SaleInvestment opportunity in North Redlands
Redlands, CA
$125,000
Asset SaleBeauty Lash Salon Equipment For Sale
San Carlos, CA
$200
Asset SaleBEST Location in Downtown Lafayette! Fully Built Restaurant
Lafayette, CA
$350,000
Asset SaleSlick City Action Park Site For Sale
Yorba Linda, CA
$650,000
Asset SaleSan Bernardino County 47/48 Liquor License for Sale
San Bernardino, CA
$40,000
Michael Spilky
Location Matters Inc.
Serving San Diego County, CA
Location Matters Inc is a reputable restaurant brokerage firm with a focus on the food and beverage industry. As experts in the field, we specialize in helping restaurant owners, buyers, and investors navigate the complex process of buying, selling, or leasing restaurant properties. With a wealth of experience in the restaurant industry and an extensive network of clients and contacts, Location Matters Inc is committed to delivering top-notch brokerage services. Our goal is to foster successful deals and long-term relationships, ensuring that each transaction is a win-win for all parties involved. Whether you are a restaurant owner looking to sell or lease your property, an entrepreneur seeking the perfect location for your restaurant concept, or an investor interested in the food and beverage industry, Location Matters Inc is your reliable partner to navigate the dynamic restaurant marketplace. Visit our website or contact us directly to explore how we can assist you in achieving your restaurant business goals.
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Asset SaleAsian Grocery Store with Beer Wine Lic (San Francisco)
San Francisco, CA
$99,000
Asset SaleDME license with Medicare and active PTAN
Tarzana, CA
$159,999
Asset SaleFantastic Lighting And Repair Store-Great Location-Lease And Terms!!
San Bruno, CA
$79,000
Asset SaleStylish Interior · Full Kitchen Restaurant – Asset Sale (As-Is)
Cerritos, CA
$195,000
Asset SaleMini cafe asset sale
Los Angeles, CA
$20,000
Asset SaleShell Gas Station For Sale - BUSINESS ONLY Opportunity
Sun Valley, CA
$2,000,000
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.
