Madera, CA
1720 and 1732 E. Yosemite Ave. Madera, CA 93638-1915 Auction starts Sept 22 Opening Bid $300,000 1,093+/-sf office/retail building built in 1991 on 2.01+/-ac. Frontage and signage opportunity on E...
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Real EstateCorporate Surplus Property in Madera, CA
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Real EstateOpportunity to develop a commercial/industrial lot
Mountain House, CA
Property Overview: This expansive 4-acre property, consisting of two separate 2-acre lots (APN# 254-050-220-000), is zoned as Industrial Zone I-P and offers a perfect blend of accessibility, natural...
$3,000,000
Real EstateIndependent Gas Station W/Property (absentee ran)
Stockton, CA
Great Opportunity Unbranded Gas Station With Property - 60-65K gallons/month @ 0.30c - $30-40K/month store sales, $10K lotto - New EMV compliant dispensers - Fill-in Propane Tank - Beer Wine Type 20...
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$1,795,000
Real EstateProfitable Tire Shop in HIGH Traffic Area. Real Estate Included.
Porterville, CA
Here is your opportunity to own a very busy corner of Porterville. Currently home to Leon's Tires, this property sees thousands of passers by per day and is limitless in the possibilities. The current...
6
$949,000
Real Estate2nd Generation Gym, Fully Furnished Available For Lease
Huntington Park, CA
Prime turnkey gym facility available for lease in Huntington Park, Los Angeles County, at the Warner Theater. This exceptional 26,000-30,000 square foot retail space represents a rare...
6
Real EstateMansion on 2 acres for Weddings & Events venues
Orange County, CA
Turn this Mansion on 82,300 Sqft almost 2 acres into a wedding and event center . There is already a beautiful white gazebo perfect for the exchange of vows . Large kitchen with a huge natural stone...
$5,000,000
Real EstateMedical Offices entire 2nd floor-Elevator & stairs-19 rooms
Downey, CA
5177 Sqft 12 medical treatment rooms , 4 Doctor offices , 1 special procedure room , 1 manager office , 1 billing office , 3 nursing stations , 3 patient bathrooms , 1 employee bathroom . 1 break room...
Real EstateRestaurant for Lease-Sacramento - Ansul Hood Fixtured
North Highlands, CA
Second Generation Restaurant for Lease...Quick Serve Concept Modern décor, floors and equipment is there to use as part of the lease. So you barely have to purchase anything as this will fit into most...
Real EstateHemet Multi Use Specialty Property
Hemet, CA
This unique specialty property for sale in Hemet offers a rare live-work opportunity with exceptional flexibility and scale. Situated on 2.39 acres, the property features a spacious 6,000 square foot...
$1,300,000
Real EstateTurnkey Silverlake Coffee/Cafe Space for Lease in Existing Bar/Lounge
Los Angeles, CA
Rent: Asking $5,000/month Hours of Use: 6:00 AM – 3:00 PM Location: Silverlake, Los Angeles, CA Business Type: Café / Coffee Shop / Tea House / Pastry & Baked Goods Real Estate: Leased...
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FranchisePrism Specialty Restoration
Available Nationwide
Prism Specialty Restoration (formerly ERS, ART, TEX and DFD) brings a strong reputation and over 30 years of experience to the EverSmith Brands platform by providing a robust range of specialty restoration services to help those affected by a disaster and other unforeseen damages. Whether it’s residential or commercial, Prism Specialties delivers effective recovery solutions to help contractors, adjusters, and the insured restore Electronics, Art, Documents, and Textiles. This includes Kitchen appliances, computers, works on paper, sculptures, leather goods, shoes, industrial machinery, and more!
$50,000
See More FranchisesReal EstateVacant RCFE for Rent - Sacramento 95820 - $4500/mo
Sacramento, CA
Situated on a large corner lot, this former licensed facility offers a versatile setup ready for RCFE or ARF operation. With 4 non-ambulatory resident rooms (2 private, 2 shared), 1 staff room/office,...
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Real Estate2 Connected Senior Care Homes | 23-Bed Capacity | RCFE/ARF Ready
Sacramento, CA
Facility Highlights • House 1: Former RCFE (Vacant) Single-story, 7-bed home (6 resident rooms + 1 staff room) 4 bathrooms Previously Licensed for 12 residents • House 2: Former RCFE (Vacant)...
$1,150,000
Collectible Toy Vending - A Passive Income Machine! $4.5K+ Per Month
$30,000
Long Beach, CA
Real EstateDaly City Café Space – Ready to Open + One Month Free Rent
Daly City, CA
Move-in ready for just $2,900/month — with your first month’s rent FREE. Operating as a café since 2015, this versatile space offers a clean, adaptable layout ideal for coffee, tea, boba, food...
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Real EstateCommercial Property in South Lake Tahoe
El Dorado County, CA
5,500 SF COMMERCIAL SPACE PLUS 800 SF RENTAL UNIT Asking Price: $1,760,000 High visibility commercial property with robust traffic count of 30,000+ cars per day (per the South Lake Tahoe Chamber of...
$1,760,000
Umit & Business Broker - Ister & Associates Real Estate Group
Ister & Associates Real Estate Group
Serving Kern County, CA
At Ister & Associates Commercial & Business Brokerage, we offer a full range of business services, such as business valuations, business consultation, full services for business buyers and sellers, and commercial real estate sales and purchases with the highest standard of personal and professional integrity. Both buyers and sellers will have access to a business and commercial expert and specialist to get the deal done with the least amount of hassle. We serve all of Central California, where we currently have lots of commercial and business listings throughout the area. In addition, we also have a large network of qualified business buyers, which helps us to market and sell your business faster. Our clients include small and large business owners in different business sectors, such as gas stations, convenience stores, grocery stores, liquor stores, Mexican meat markets, hotels, motels, restaurants, bars, and other types of retail stores. We also help investors purchase and sell commercial properties, industrial properties, shopping centers, strip centers, multi-unit apartment complexes, etc. Each transaction is handled with complete confidentiality and integrity. Additionally, we also offer co-ops to other commercial and business brokers with most of our commercial and business listings.
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Real EstateRestaurant Business for Sale/Takeover - Prime Location
San Francisco, CA
Restaurant Business for Sale/Takeover - Prime Location Opportunity to take over a fully equipped 680 sq ft. space in a high-traffic area. Rent and lease terms are negotiable with the landlord. The...
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Real EstateFamily Owned & Operated over 65 years
Yuba City, CA
Authentic, tasty Mexican cuisine known and loved for generations. Full bar, patio and separate meeting room available. Upper level can be reserved for parties. Ample parking. Handicap accessible. ALSO...
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$3,210,000
Real EstateTurnkey Auto/Retail–High-Visibility Corner Lot, Ideal 4 Owner-Operator
Concord, CA
TURNKEY AUTO/RETAIL PROPERTY - HIGH-VISIBILITY CORNER LOCATION Prime commercial real estate opportunity in Concord's bustling commercial corridor. This well-maintained 1,347 square foot freestanding...
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Real EstateProfitable absent owner real estate rental property
Hawthorne, CA
Contact What's APP +1 3109138208 Airbnb turnkey and ready offering compelling revenues, a 8.5% cap rate, high occupancy 92%, , average daily income $522, accumulated 550 reviews with 4.9 stars and got...
$1,450,000
Real EstateIdyllwild Mixed Use Building
Idyllwild, CA
Prime location in Idyllwild, California, commercial use building. The property has 5 remodeled motel units, 4 retail rental spaces and 1 built out restaurant space. The Property is zoned C-P-S (Scenic...
$2,200,000
FranchiseCaring Transitions
Available in California
75 million seniors need home relocation, downsizing, and estate sales services. Join one of America’s fastest-growing senior service franchises.
$50,000
See More FranchisesReal EstateRent or Lease by Owner
Lompoc, CA
Located in the center of Lompoc, California. Public parking is available....
Real EstateThe Yucca
Desert Hot Springs, CA
The beautifully reimagined and tastefully transformed 1950's Willets Motel, perfectly situated between Palm Springs & Joshua Tree, offers a serene desert oasis with all the modern amenities while also...
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$1,975,000
Collectible Toy Vending - A Passive Income Machine! $4.5K+ Per Month
$30,000
Los Angeles, CA
Real EstateHistoric Pats Restaurant in Downtown Guerneville
Guerneville, CA
The Building: 2209 sq ft of mixed retail space (building sales price: $1,750,000), currently operating as a restaurant (business sales valued: ($750,000) in prime downtown Guerneville on the Main...
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$1,750,000
Real EstateGreat Restaurant Building in Idyllwild for Sale or Lease!
Idyllwild, CA
For Sale or Lease: A stunning, fully equipped restaurant space located in the picturesque town of Idyllwild, CA. Previously known as The Chart House, Creek House, and Idyology, this charming building...
$849,000
Real EstateValero Gas Station & Circle K C-Store with Real Estate
Blythe, CA
Progressive Real Estate Partners is pleased to offer for sale a Valero Gas Station and Circle-K C-Store in the City of Blythe. This site benefits from its position as one of the few essential fueling...
$6,900,000
Real EstateGas Station, C-Store, & Car Wash For Sale with Real Estate
Indio, CA
Progressive Real Estate Partners is pleased to offer for sale a Gas Station, C-Store, and express car wash in City of Indio. The C-Store and car wash were built in 2018. It has a very new ±4,000 SF...
$5,900,000
Real EstatePrime Commercial Building
Portola, CA
Located in core commercial area of Portola, CA. on Highway 70 with great visibility and daily traffic. This building can suit an investor or a buyer looking for new workspace. Possible uses for the...
$290,000
Real EstateLarge Real Estate Developer Retiring
California
Owner of a large Real Estate Development firm is retiring with over 770 acres of land available for development. Properties are all in California with concentrations in the central valley and along...
$85,000,000
Real EstateTurnkey PreSchool and Real Estate, Licensed Capacity 74 Now Available
Alameda, CA
This is the first time this preschool is available. Located in Alameda County, Calif. Originally licensed in 2004, 63 PreSchool, 11 Age 0-2 years, has an excellent ongoing operating statement in...
$3,500,000
FranchiseMr. Electric
Available Nationwide
Mr. Electric, a Neighborly company, is the nation's leading residential and commercial electrical services franchise. With us, business ownership is shockingly simple!
$65,000
See More FranchisesReal EstateCommissary - Commercial Kitchen Property with Large Secure Parking
Sacramento County, CA
We are pleased to offer this Commercial Kitchen Property centrally located and ideally set up for catering and commissary use. The site benefits from its close proximity to Downtown Sacramento, and...
$799,000
Real EstateExpress Car Wash Site - Cup Approved
Perris, CA
EXPRESS Car Wash Site • CUP Approved • 26,950 SF Lot Size • 5,005 SF Building Size • 115 Ft Tunnel • 19 Vacuums • Near major intersection and 215 Freeway off ramp • O’Reily’s Auto Parts opening soon...
$990,000
Profitable Hands-Free Vending Biz: $1500-$3000pm NET Passive Income
$30,000
San Bernardino County, CA
Real EstateCreekstone Inn Restaurant Space for Lease
Idyllwild, CA
The 2,500 sq ft restaurant space available for lease at Creekstone Inn located in beautiful Idyllwild, California is a charming and spacious area perfect for setting up a new dining establishment. One...
Real EstateArco am om 8.7 AC
San Bernardino, CA
Truck Stop owner's dream. A once-in-a-lifetime chance to convert this 8.7 AC to a full-blown truck stop utilizing the 70' freeway sign as a steady income. The address "2191 W Main St, Barstow, CA" is...
$8,990,000
FranchiseDoodyCalls®
Available in California
DoodyCalls is an affordable franchise with the opportunity for recurring revenue, & lifestyle flexibility! Join us at the top of the $3.5+ billion pet waste removal industry!
$50,000
See More FranchisesReal EstateMittlemann Plaza
Palm Springs, CA
Prime retail location in downtown Palm Springs on Indian Canyon Drive. Very close to all the area's attractions, The Art Museum, Indian Cultural Center, Casino, Dining, and shopping, many are within...
$4,100,000
Real EstateInter Mountain Auto Body Works Inc.
Shasta County, CA
BUSINESS ONLY WITH LEASE BACK OF REAL ESTATE --FIRST TIME ON THE MARKET IN 54 YEARS SUCCESSFUL AUTO BODY AND COLLISON REPAIR SHOP WITH REAL ESTATE. INTER MOUNTAIN AUTO BODY WORKS!!!! Full-Service Auto...
$235,000
Start-upLaunch a viral window cleaning company in 90 days!
Own your own “boring business” in one of the most untapped and overlooked opportunities in America. Most people never think twice about a business like this. Window cleaning? At first glance, it...
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$69,000
Start-upReady-to-Run PET/PP Plastic Factory – High-Return Investment Deal
Turnkey 5,000 sq. ft. PET & PP plastic product manufacturing facility located in Spring Valley, CA. This fully installed and tested factory includes: PET roll production line PP roll production line...
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Start-upJoin the Booming Permanent Lighting Industry with Inception Lighting
Inception Lighting—Your Gateway to a Six-Figure, Year-Round Business Join Inception Lighting, a leader in commercial and residential permanent lighting applications, and become part of an industry...
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$749
Rob Tade
SellingRestaurants.com.
Serving San Diego County, CA
SellingRestaurants.com is a professional business brokerage firm specializing in restaurant and bar brokerage. Servicing all food and beverage businesses through out California. Our restaurant brokerage firm is known for adding value to our clients through great customer service, intelligent analysis and valuation, and marketing system that is years ahead of its competition. We attribute our success to not only to our aggressive internet marketing tactics, but to the amount of homework we do before we value and place a business for sale on the market. We look at each business with a fresh-eye; looking deep into the financials; studying the strengths and weaknesses of the business; looking for opportunities and envisioning who the best buyer for the space could be and then designing a marketing strategy around this vision. You'll immediately see the difference we can make to your transaction. Our brokers and agents anwser their their phones and emails! We are ready to help sell your restaurant today. Give us a call at 619-892-2765
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Start-upPrepaze Academy - Educational Business Franchise
Prepaze Academy provides a solid opportunity base for your entrepreneurial dream. It's also the only place where passion for education meets your business goals. Prepaze Academy is the only academic...
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$39,000
Start-up5546 SQFT setting-up Banquet Hall Busi for sale in SW San Jose
New Established Banquet Hall Business needs some ideas to transform it to be popular. This 5,546 square foot banquet hall presents an excellent opportunity for an entrepreneur looking to enter the...
Profitable Hands-Free Vending Biz: $1500-$3000pm NET Passive Income
$30,000
San Diego County, CA
Start-upEntrepreneurial Restaurateur Joint-Venture Bayside Restaurant
ENTREPRENEURIAL RESTAURATEUR JOINT-VENTURE OPPORTUNITY Exceptional restaurant and bar joint-venture opportunity located within the prestigious Point Reyes National Seashore in Inverness, California....
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Start-upCelebrity-Endorsed Supplement Brand
BioWOW Foods® is a turnkey, media-backed wellness brand - a rare opportunity for an entrepreneur looking to enter or scale in the $220+ billion health and wellness industry without the years of work...
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$20,000
FranchiseFurry Land Mobile Pet Grooming
Available in California
Furry Land Mobile Grooming is a luxury grooming van service that comes right to your door
$150,000
See More FranchisesStart-upStart an Insurance Agency – Full Training & Support Provided.
Own your future with a turnkey life insurance agency opportunity designed for motivated entrepreneurs, even if you have no prior experience. This is your chance to step into a proven business model...
$199
Start-upBody Sculpting- Licensed Med Spa business, Business professionals
Join the fastest growing mulit-billion dollar aesthetics industry with starting a body contouring med spa! You do not need to be a doctor or have a medical background. We teach you how to hire a...
Start-upOwn a Proven Marketing Agency – Low Cost, Full Support!
Imagine owning a business where your success is fueled by high client demand, recurring revenue, and full back-end fulfillment—so you can focus on growing, not grinding. With The AD Leaf®, you’re not...
$7,500
Start-upUnique Real Estate Portal with Geo Fencing Technology
Overview Introducing a groundbreaking platform in the real estate sector, where innovation meets opportunity. Our unique technology, Unlisted Finder, revolutionizes property discovery by connecting...
$963,000
Start-upKartona Electric Speedway Franchise
Invest in all-electric go-karts, axe throwing, arcades, and more, and have your own indoor racing facility that will be a premier destination for thrilling entertainment. With their combination of...
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$100,000
Start-upChino-Mex Franchise
We are more than just a Chinese and Mexican restaurant, we have a brand already built in the community that impacts customers’ lives with our award winning tacos and unique combination of food. We...
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$30,000
Start-upVirtual Biz Ripe for Artificial Intelligence (Ai)- VirtualAuditors.com
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is Made for this Business Model. No building needed. You get to be a Unicorn with a Unicorn name. You no longer make your partners rich off of all your hard work....
$950,000
Start-upTurnkey Dessert & Sandwich Shop in Prime San Francisco Location
Turnkey dessert and sandwich shop located in a prime San Francisco neighborhood with excellent street visibility and steady foot traffic. MooKoos specializes in authentic Turkish desserts, pastries,...
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Start-upLos Angeles Cannabis Distribution & Retail NSF Delivery
Prime Opportunity in North Hollywood: Take advantage of this 2500 SF licensed location near Burbank Airport, situated in the bustling heart of North Hollywood. This prime spot offers excellent...
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$450,000
FranchiseHomewell Care Services
Available in California
An Opportunity Like None Other: Where Personal Fulfillment Meets Financial Success
$50,000
See More FranchisesBuy 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.
