West Hollywood, CA
$200,000
Businesses For Sale in California
Local Info
Asset SaleBeverly Center Turn Key Restaurant For Lease
Asset Sale$695,000 Asset Sale - Fitted Bar & Restaurant with Real Estate
Jamestown, CA
$695,000
Asset SaleRestaurant Asset Sale and Sublease
San Diego, CA
Not Disclosed
Asset SaleAsset Sale Thai Restaurant with B& W
Murrieta, CA
$180,000
Asset SaleHip Silver Lake Opportunity!
Los Angeles, CA
$100,000
Asset Sale47 Liquor License For Sale
Santa Monica, CA
$100,000
Asset SaleArco Land, Building and Improvement For Sale "Business NOT Included."
Colton, CA
$2,600,000
Asset SaleSunset Strip West Hollywood Restaurant for Sale
West Hollywood, CA
$250,000
Asset SaleSILVER LAKE - Prime 2nd Generation Restaurant & Bar - Type 47 -
Silver Lake, CA
$150,000
Asset SalePerfect for To-Go Concept - Food Use Space Available
San Francisco, CA
$50,000
Asset SaleAsset Sale Asian Restaurant
Hacienda Heights, CA
$100,000
Asset SaleLa Mesa Area Restaurant/Bar For Sale
San Diego, CA
$350,002
Asset SaleCA Type 21 & Type 47 Liquor Licenses FOR SALE
California
$75,000
Asset SaleBreakfast & Lunch Cafe, Asset Sale, Build out 2 Mil
Santa Monica, CA
$250,000
Asset SaleEstablished Salvadorian Restaurant For Sale
East Los Angeles, CA
$299,000
Asset SaleType-47 ABC License for use in San Luis Obispo
San Luis Obispo, CA
$425,000
Lana Hout
First Choice Business Brokers LA
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
First Choice Business Brokers is one of the largest business sales organizations in the U.S., listing over $12 Billion in businesses for sale since our foundation in 1994. First Choice Business Brokers specializes in business sales across all industries with transaction sizes from approximately $50,000 to $50 million. First Choice Business Brokers assists business owners in selling their businesses by locating and matching them with a buyer and managing the entire sales process. Additionally, we also work with business buyers to find the right business that meets their purchase criteria. With several offices located throughout the U.S., we have sold thousands of businesses, of all types, confidentially and efficiently through our vast buyer networks.
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Asset SaleMenchies Frozen Yogurt Shop -PRICE REDUCED
Los Angeles County, CA
$69,000
Asset SaleAsset sale Persian & Italian Restaurant with B&W
Wilmington, CA
$325,000
Asset SaleRare Restaurant Opportunity in the Affluent City of Solana Beach
Solana Beach, CA
$295,000
Asset SaleHillcrest Restaurant with Incredible Charm, Super low rent!
San Diego, CA
$349,000
Asset SaleAsset Sale Fast Food Restaurant
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
$149,000
Asset SaleTRADEMARKS for Sale - Athletic Apparel Design Company Since 1985
Carmichael, CA
$150,000
Asset SaleRecently Renovated Fully Built-Out Vietnamese Restaurant
West Covina, CA
$100,000
Asset SaleAnti-Foam Asset For Sale
Orange, CA
$500,000
Asset SaleSanta Ana Cocktail Bar & Kitchen –Versatile Layout in Prime Location!
Santa Ana, CA
$350,000
Asset Sale$85,000 Vacant LAND for Sale! In Lancaster! # 4
Lancaster, CA
$85,000
Asset Sale$52,000 Vacant LAND for Sale! In Lancaster # 3
Lancaster, CA
$52,000
Asset SalePatented Unpowered Wireless Signal Booster for Sale
Irvine, CA
$5,500,000
Asset Sale15 Off market Hotel, Hotel Note and development land
San Diego, CA
$6,500,000
Asset SaleExplore A Unique Fast-Food Licensee Opportunity!
Orange County, CA
$39,500
Asset SaleRestaurant Pizza and Pasta in Anaheim
Anaheim, CA
$195,000
Asset SaleD. T. Los Angeles Turn Key Restaurant 2 am Bar for Sale
Los Angeles, CA
$595,000
Asset SaleBig Lot
California
$32,000
Asset SaleProject Management & Construction Field App For Sale!
Los Angeles, CA
$5,500,000
Real Estate6 Bed Licenced RCFE
Carson, CA
$960,000
Real EstateLos Angeles County | Express Car Wash – Newly Built (2024) | Confident
Los Angeles County, CA
Not Disclosed
Real Estate~$1,000 OFF Each Month~ Liquor Store with Built-In Storage
Los Angeles, CA
Not Disclosed
Real EstatePrime Cupertino Bakery / Restaurant Space for Lease – Corner Location
Cupertino, CA
Not Disclosed
Real Estate1600 SQ Ft Great Neighborhood
Laguna Hills, CA
Not Disclosed
Real EstateTurnkey RCFE Lease - Roseville, CA
Roseville, CA
Not Disclosed
Real EstateGas Station investment or Future owner user opportunity (San Marino)
San Marino, CA
$3,900,000
Real EstateIndependent Gast Station & Liquore Store Opportunity with Real Estate
Livingston, CA
$2,200,000
Real EstateCloud Kitchen for Sale with Real Estate
Tracy, CA
$1,150,000
Real EstateTurnkey Restaurant & Bar - Prime Downtown Sacramento Location
Sacramento, CA
Not Disclosed
Dave Richards
KeyStone Business Advisors
Serving Ventura County, CA
Keystone Business Advisors is Southern California-based full-service M&A advisory firm. Keystone specializes in managing the sale of privately-owned California-based businesses with annual revenues up to $100 million. The firm has completed over 200 + transactions and has considerable experience in most industries including manufacturing, wholesale/distribution, service, ecommerce, software, IT, logistics, professional services and healthcare. All Keystone M&A Advisors are experts managing the sale process and excel in keeping things moving forward in an orderly manner to ensure that sensitive information is protected, uncertainty is avoided, and the best price is achieved.
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Real EstateSecond-Generation Bakery or Pizza Space in Prime Redding Retail Hub
Shasta, CA
Not Disclosed
Real EstateMarket & property in Los Angeles County. CAP rate 12%
Monterey Park, CA
$990,000
Real EstateBusiness Real Estate for sale,Los Angeles City, Cap rate 15%
Los Angeles, CA
$990,000
Real EstateMajor Franchise Gas Station W/Property
Clearlake, CA
$3,950,000
Real EstatePrime Restaurant Lease in Redding’s Retail Hub
Shasta Lake, CA
Not Disclosed
Real EstateEstablished Sober Living Investment – Turnkey & Full Occupancy
Riverside, CA
$225,000
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.
