Long Beach, CA
$90,000
Businesses For Sale in California
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Asset SaleIncome generating Sushi restaurant in Long Beach near the beach!
Asset SaleIconic Burbank Family Restaurant & Bar w/Full Liquor-$3,390,000 Sales
Los Angeles County, CA
$459,000
Asset SaleProfitable CNC Machine Shop with Engineering Edge >25 Years in Busines
San Bernardino County, CA
$500,000
Asset SaleUpscale Asian-Fusion in Affluent Neighborhood - Turnkey Strong Review
Oak Park, CA
Not Disclosed
Asset SaleSanta Clara County 47/48 Liquor License for Sale
San Jose, CA
$75,000
Asset SaleSan Francisco County 47/48 Liquor License for Sale
San Francisco, CA
$125,000
Asset SaleSan Diego County 47/48 Liquor License for Sale
San Diego, CA
$140,000
Asset SaleOrange County 47/48 Liquor License for Sale
Anaheim, CA
$87,000
Asset SaleRestaurant For Sale
Tarzana, CA
$135,000
Asset SaleProfitable/TurnKey QSR -Bustling DTLA Financial District - $1,500/rent
Los Angeles, CA
$75,000
Asset SaleGreat Location of Asset Sale in Downtown Whittier
Whittier, CA
$250,000
Asset SaleBusiness In A Box...Asset Sale !
Lemon Grove, CA
$175,000
Asset SalePrime location in DTLA near Whole Foods with a lot of traffic!
Los Angeles, CA
$180,000
Asset SaleFor Sale: Domain and website with a good reputation for over 30 years
Redwood City, CA
$15,000
Asset SaleProfitable Bakery in the Heart of Rosemead
Rosemead, CA
$200,000
Asset SaleEstablished Sign Shop with 35+ Years of Loyal Clientele
Orange County, CA
$350,000
Jeff Konieczko & Jenna Roesch
Transworld Business Advisors
Serving San Bernardino County, CA
Transworld Business Advisors: Transworld Business Advisors is the world leader in the marketing and sales of businesses, mergers and acquisitions, and franchises. With a track record of helping over 10,000 business owners maximize the value of their businesses, we're committed to delivering exceptional results for our clients.
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Asset SaleMassage Center in amazing Sawtelle area
Los Angeles, CA
$175,000
Asset SaleFully Equipped Smashburger Restaurant –Branded Menu and Ice Cream Sale
Los Angeles, CA
$140,000
Asset SalePizzeria - $3,500.00 month for lease (9 year lease)
Huntington Beach, CA
$155,000
Asset SaleRetail / Resturant space with full kitchen
Poway, CA
$100,000
Asset SaleTire Shop Service And Repair
Gardena, CA
$69,000
Asset Sale$620,000 Revenue Property/ Casualty Agency
California
Not Disclosed
Asset SaleHigh Traffic Mex Style Ice Cream Store
Santa Ana, CA
$189,900
Asset SaleProfitable Franchise location-great location and demographics
Canoga Park, CA
$249,999
Asset SaleELF BMX Products
Riverside County, CA
$425,000
Asset Sale30 year Divorce Mediation Firm
San Diego County, CA
$305,000
Asset SaleSensational Hair Salon Near El Paseo in Palm Desert
Palm Desert, CA
$125,000
Asset SaleBuellton Wine Country Restaurant
Buellton, CA
$100,000
Asset Sale2nd generation kitchen Asset Sale + Goodwill (optional)
Anaheim, CA
$175,000
Asset SalePortable Type 4 Cannabis Nursery License for Sale
Los Angeles, CA
$30,000
Asset SaleCannabis Manufacturing License Only For Sale
Los Angeles, CA
$30,000
Asset SalePortable Cannabis Distribution License Only For Sale
Los Angeles, CA
$30,000
Asset SalePortable Cannabis Distributor License for Sale
Los Angeles, CA
$30,000
Asset SaleFully Operational High Revenue Cannabis Delivery Business For Sale
Oakland, CA
$399,000
Asset SalePizza Restaurant - Pizzeria - Asset Sale
Morgan Hill, CA
$130,000
Asset SaleFlower Shop in Burbank
Burbank, CA
$49,000
Asset SaleFranchise/Conversion Mexican Food Restaurant Opportunity
Rolling Hills Estates, CA
$99,000
Asset SalePharmaceutical Wholesaler start-up, multiple states licenses.
Santa Clara, CA
$279,880
Asset SaleDonut Shop - Asset Sale (Make Your Own)
West Covina, CA
$120,000
Asset Sale$80K in Luxury Swimwear Inventory/Professional Creatives/Website
San Diego, CA
$40,000
Asset SaleParamount starter laundry
Paramount, CA
Not Disclosed
Asset SaleBrand New Burbank Laundromat – Seller Financing Available
Los Angeles County, CA
$800,000
Asset SaleCoastal Community Restaurant Gem for Sale in Orange County!
Orange, CA
$115,000
Asset SalePizza Restaurant
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
$630,000
Thomas Chang
BisBroker
Serving Santa Clara County, CA
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Asset SaleAsset Sale - Fully Built Out Commercial Food Facility
Alameda County, CA
$150,000
Asset SaleGreat location tea shop
Walnut Creek, CA
$79,990
Asset SalePortable Cannabis Consumption Lounge License
West Hollywood, CA
$340,000
Asset SaleASSET SALE-Established Restaurant Space with Beer & Wine License
Costa Mesa, CA
$125,000
Asset SalePrime Second Generation Restaurant in Campbell’s Pruneyard Center
Campbell, CA
$269,000
Asset SalePizzeria restaurant with 40 year History
Sherman Oaks, CA
$165,000
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.
