Vacaville, CA
$119,000

Vacaville, CA
$119,000

Los Angeles County, CA
$112,000
La Habra, CA
$75,000

South Gate, CA
$29,900
Pasadena, CA
$98,000
Los Angeles, CA
$99,000
Napa, CA
$3,500,000
Sacramento, CA
$3,500,000
San Joaquin, CA
$3,500,000
San Diego, CA
$199,000
Solano County, CA
$150,000
Rocklin, CA
$69,000
San Diego, CA
$90,000
Arcadia, CA
$180,000
Los Angeles, CA
$600,000
Fresno County, CA
$115,000
BJ Delhamer
Insite Commercial Real Estate Advisors
Serving San Diego County, CA
Insight Commercial is a commercial real estate brokerage specializing in the bulk sale of operational child care centers and assisted living facilities. We offer a rare blend of business brokerage expertise and commercial real estate transaction acumen, allowing our clients to maximize the combined value of their business and property. Our primary focus is helping owners exit with confidence by delivering qualified buyers, seamless deal structures, and the highest possible price for both the enterprise and the underlying real estate. We understand the complexities of regulated industries, including licensing requirements, subsidy structures, and facility compliance, and we bring that knowledge to every transaction. Whether it's a single-site operation or a multi-location portfolio, we tailor the process to meet the specific needs of each owner while ensuring a smooth transition for staff, families, and residents. Our team has closed dozens of transactions across California and beyond, with an unmatched track record in presenting clean, professional listing packages that attract institutional and entrepreneurial buyers alike.
Oakland, CA
$150,000
San Diego, CA
$20,000
Thousand Oaks, CA
$195,000
Rowland Heights, CA
$300,000
Beverly Hills, CA
$100,000
Alhambra, CA
$299,000
Fremont, CA
$90,000
Fullerton, CA
$89,000
San Francisco, CA
$120,000
San Diego County, CA
$750,000
Rosemead, CA
$119,000
West Hollywood, CA
$650,000
Newbury Park, CA
$450,000
Canoga Park, CA
$200,000
Costa Mesa, CA
$125,000
Pleasant Hill, CA
$25,000
San Diego, CA
$150,000
Los Angeles, CA
$50,000
Orange County, CA
$150,000
Citrus Heights, CA
$79,000
Northridge, CA
$19,000
Santa Clara County, CA
$329,000
Canoga Park, CA
$1,675,000
Fresno, CA
$9,999
Encinitas, CA
$220,000
San Diego, CA
$180,000
Cathedral City, CA
$59,900
Oakland, CA
$150,000
Simon Cho
RedPoint Realty
Serving Orange County, CA
Sherman Oaks, CA
$225,000
San Bernardino County, CA
$80,000
California
Not Disclosed
Palm Springs, CA
$99,000
Fullerton, CA
$120,000
Sacramento, CA
$45,000
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
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Number of Businesses for Sale |
~5,500 |
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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. |
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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:
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.