Tipton, CA
$100,000
Businesses For Sale in California
Local Info
Tipton Burger– Great Local Opportunity!
Foster City CPA Firm for Sale
Foster City, CA
$185,000
Profitable Test Equipment Repair & Sales
Menlo Park, CA
$675,000
The UPS Store Franchise In Prime Downtown Location
Santa Ana, CA
$295,000
Turnkey Pet Grooming & Daycare Business for Sale – Brentwood, CA
Brentwood, CA
$127,500
Reputable Mobile Mechanic Business for Sale
Los Angeles County, CA
$115,000
Northern California Dry Cleaner w/Wash & Fold!
Contra Costa County, CA
$550,000
Long Time Established Plant for sale
Long Beach, CA
$225,000
A Sushi Restaurant with a reasonable rent. It can convert.
Fremont, CA
$195,000
Established Restaurant in a Desirable Shopping Center, $975,000
Alameda, CA
$195,000
FranchiseUSA Ninja Challenge
Available Nationwide
$150,000
Established Restaurant Doing $1,360,000 + Sales in Prime Location
Alameda, CA
$295,000
An East Asian restaurant is located in a great location
Pleasanton, CA
$180,000
Nightclub & Day Club with Banda, Bikini Car Washes, EDM, Hip Hop ETC
$699,000
Chula Vista, CA
Prime Noe Valley Restaurant on Bustling 24th Street Retail Corridor
San Francisco, CA
$149,000
Turnkey Bistro & Bar Opportunity – Affluent Peninsula Location
San Mateo County, CA
$495,000
Steve Sharp, CBB, CBI
Sharp Business Brokers
Serving San Diego County, CA
Sharp Business Brokers is a full-service business brokerage agency specializing in the sale of businesses across a wide range of industries, including Service, Retail, Restaurants, Salons, Manufacturing, Transportation, Construction, Med Spas, Distribution, E-commerce, and Franchises. With a team of experienced agents, we provide business owners with expert guidance through every stage of the selling process, ensuring a seamless transition. Founded by Steve Sharp, a Certified Business Broker, Sharp Business Brokers was built on the principles of VALUE & SERVICE from start to finish. Steve has been selling businesses professionally since 2007 and has personally owned multiple businesses, including service, retail, wholesale distribution, and an online marketing agency. His hands-on experience with cash flow management, lease negotiations, employee challenges, and business growth gives Sharp Business Brokers a unique edge in understanding and addressing the needs of business owners. Whether you're looking to sell or buy a business, our team is committed to delivering expert guidance, strategic marketing, and strong negotiation to help you achieve your goals. Let Sharp Business Brokers put our experience to work for you!
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HVAC Services Company - Project Riverview
Santa Barbara County, CA
$10,000,000
Arco Station with Large Real Property and Market
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Long Beach, CA
$4,700,000
Established NorCal Gas Utility Systems Contractor
Santa Clara County, CA
$6,500,000
Mediterranean Market, Deli, Bakery & Halal Food
San Mateo County, CA
$1,500,000
Mediterranean Market, Deli, Bakery & Halal Food
San Mateo County, CA
$1,500,000
FranchiseBest Option Restoration
Available in California
$50,000
Iconic SF Neighborhood Diner – Nearly 50 Years of Success
San Francisco, CA
$199,000
Profitable Torrance Laundromat, Rare Opportunity in South Bay
Torrance, CA
$275,000
California Staging Co. - Transform Your Space, Maximize Your Value
$40,000
Oakland, CA
Profitable Kern County Roofing Company with Real Estate Available
Kern County, CA
$1,050,000
Turnkey Boba Shop with A1 Hood & Grease Trap
San Diego County, CA
$129,000
Turn-Key Bakery & Café in Glendale – 800 sq ft, Fully Equipped
Glendale, CA
$190,000
Premier Custom Jewelry Store for Sale
Orange County, CA
$325,000
Virtual Brentwood CA Tax Book of Business for Sale
Contra Costa County, CA
$360,000
Established Skincare & Wellness Brand Seeking Majority Sale / Partner
California
$1,000,000
Profitable Auto Repair Shop – Turnkey, Owner-Operated
El Dorado County, CA
$250,000
FranchiseBenjamin Franklin Plumbing
Available in California
$150,000
Turnkey Hair Salon in Prime Bay Area Location
San Francisco, CA
$65,000
Southern Los Angeles County Auto Repair Shop – $2M Revenue
Los Angeles County, CA
$1,095,000
Established Restaurant in Historic Julian, CA
$110,000
Julian, CA
Under Contract - Established Laundromat in West Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA
$550,000
Chinese restaurant in a great location
Morgan Hill, CA
$180,000
FranchiseGriswold
Available in California
$50,000
North Hollywood MASSAGE BUSINESS FOR SALE
North Hollywood, CA
$139,000
BEST RESTAURANT FOR SALE
Diamond Bar, CA
$168,000
Facial & SPA business for sale
Walnut, CA
$79,000
Chinese Restaurant business for sale
El Monte, CA
$69,000
Auto Glass Service Business – Santa Clara County
Santa Clara County, CA
$399,999
Eric Espinoza
GLB GROUP Inc.
Serving San Diego County, CA
Green Life Business Group, Inc. California's Largest Cannabis Business Brokerage now representing operators throughout the United States via Green Life Business' affiliate program.
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Elite Transportation Business – $150K SDE & Major Reputation
Los Angeles, CA
$550,000
Fast Food Burger Chain
Temple City, CA
$206,000
profitable long established Bakery and coffee shop in an affluent area
$350,000
Los Angeles County, CA
Established Online Jewelry Brand – 18 Years – Relocatable
San Diego, CA
$525,000
Virtual Carpinteria, CA CPA Practice for Sale
Santa Barbara County, CA
$235,000
FranchiseThe Learning Experience
Available in California
$150,000
New Full-Service BBQ Restaurant - Selling Out Daily! - SC2246
California
$299,900
Mobile Pet Grooming & Spa, serving Kern County
Kern County, CA
$100,000
Commercial General Contractor, Painting, & Maintenance Co. With Repeat
Los Angeles County, CA
$2,835,000
Waba Grill, High Vol & Net, Next to School
Orange County, CA
$195,000
Stunning MUST SEE Profitable Restaurant/Bar in WEST HOLLYWOOD
Los Angeles, CA
$1,500,000
Elite AI Hospitality Staffing Firm – $19M Revenue
Pasadena, CA
$5,500,000
45% Cashflow and Growing CPA firm with 70-100% Equity for Sale
California
$3,890,000
eCommerce & Wholesale Nutrition Brand | Big Subscription Base
Malibu, CA
$295,000
Thai and Asian Fusion Restaurant in North Hollywood for SALE!!!
North Hollywood, CA
$79,000
FranchiseHealthSource Chiropractic
Available in California
$150,000
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.
