Los Angeles County, CA
$225,000
Businesses For Sale in California
Local Info
Established medspa near Eagle Rock, CA perfect for owner op/franchisin
Quick Service Mexican Restaurant for sale
Oceanside, CA
$125,000
Baby resale store for sale
Santee, CA
$90,000
Well established Home Health Care with Palliative care license as well
Glendale, CA
$220,000
Established Dog Training Franchise, Deeply discounted for quick sale
San Diego County, CA
$180,000
Nails Studio
Jurupa Valley, CA
$30,000
17+ Years - Successful & Profitable PET SITTING/DOG WALKING Business
Los Angeles, CA
$195,000
20-Acre Farm with Fruit Trees, Greenhouses & Ranch Home & 20-Acre Land
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Lucerne Valley, CA
$1,800,000
Market Sushi Franchise – High-Traffic Location (Whittier)
Whittier, CA
$75,000
Market Sushi
Long Beach, CA
$65,000
FranchiseMetal Supermarkets
Available Nationwide
$125,000
Market Sushi
Culver City, CA
$55,000
Downtown San Diego restaurant-Rent 2600/month-keep or bring your menu
San Diego, CA
$99,999
Top Business Tech-enabled M&A Firm - US Only - $100M+ Active Pipeline
$2,795,000
California
Supermarket with Beer and Wine License
Kern County, CA
$2,100,000
Turnkey Restaurant Opportunity in Prime SoMa Location
San Francisco, CA
$99,000
Lloyd Silver, CFA, CBB
BTI Group
Serving Contra Costa County, CA
Business Team, a unit of BTI Group, is the largest independent business brokerage firm in the Western United States specializing in arranging the purchase and sale of privately owned companies. During our third of a century of existence, we have developed both an unmatched depth of experience (an aggregate of several hundred years!) and a vast network of individual, corporate, and investment group buyers. Why Choose Business Team: * Complete confidentiality * Over 70 full-time associates * Willingness to cooperate with other brokers to expand the buyer pool * Full marketing services * No upfront fees * Over 40 years of experience with more than 7,000 businesses sold
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High-Visibility San Francisco Restaurant with 18’ Type 1 Hood
San Francisco, CA
$179,000
Established Bakery For Sale
Clovis, CA
$195,000
Solo-Operator Pest Control Route with Recurring Clients – 10 Year
Yucca Valley, CA
$97,000
Subway Franchise for sale
Baldwin Park, CA
$460,000
Clinical Laboratory, netting 1M/month
California
Not Disclosed
EBITDA: $12,000,000
FranchiseCamp Bow Wow
Available Nationwide
$400,000
2
Powdercoating with 40 years of business in prime location
Los Angeles, CA
$2,500,000
Subway Franchise for sale
West Covina, CA
$159,000
Well Established Ice Supply Business with Land and Building For Sale
$1,400,000
Compton, CA
Subway Franchise for sale
West Covina, CA
$275,000
Subway Franchise for sale
Baldwin Park, CA
$75,000
Subway Franchise for sale
Hacienda Heights, CA
$165,000
Subway Franchise for sale
West Covina, CA
$349,000
Piano Tuning Repair and Music Studio
San Francisco County, CA
$375,000
Barre Studio Opportunity - Prime Location!
Redwood City, CA
$150,000
Greek Mediterranean Restaurant for Sale
Van Nuys, CA
$95,000
FranchiseGarage Living
Available in California
$200,000
Upscale Dog Grooming Business
Santa Clara County, CA
$199,000
Independent Gas Station + Convenience Store + Real Estate
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Los Angeles, CA
$6,499,000
Custom Autoshop with great online business
$1,250,000
Santa Clara County, CA
2 Location Luxury Drug Rehab Detox/Residential + Real Estate HI & CA
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Riverside County, CA
Not Disclosed
EBITDA: $1,400,000
Private Vocational School
Woodland Hills, CA
$5,900,000
FranchiseHomestretch
Available Nationwide
$150,000
Semi-Passive- Coin Laundry Business For Sale
San Diego, CA
$599,990
Well Established Retail opportunity
Fallbrook, CA
$150,000
Step in as CEO: $9M Drywall Business with Manager & Crew in Place
Sacramento County, CA
$1,275,000
Rafo's Cafe!
Burbank, CA
$250,000
Desirable Turnkey inline Store in ValleyFair, UNLOCK IMMEDIATE SUCCESS
Santa Clara, CA
$480,000
TROY ARCHULETA
TIG Commercial Inc
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
TIG Commercial, established in 2023, addresses the growing need for specialized Commercial and Business Broker Services. Our mission is to empower business owners, from startups to well-established enterprises, by guiding them towards full ownership of their ventures. We aim to liberate small business owners from the constraints imposed by landlords who often manipulate their time and finances. By providing strategic support, we focus on restoring control over ownership, time, leverage, and income back into the hands of the small business community. At TIG Commercial, we are dedicated to fostering independence and ensuring that our clients thrive in their respective markets.
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Established Roseville Esthetician Studio "Nona Beauties"
Roseville, CA
$49,000
Established, Turn-Key Staffing & Recruiting Business (2 Locations)
San Bernardino County, CA
$550,000
Rare Opportunity: Beard Papa's franchise store Up for Grabs!
$168,000
Concord, CA
*MARTINEZ, CA* High-Traffic Boba Tea Bar/Eatery for Sale - Can Convert
Martinez, CA
$185,000
High Fee CPA Firm with owner Staying on 3-5 years
California
$2,450,000
FranchiseSchooley Mitchell Cost Reduction
Available Nationwide
$100,000
Martial Arts Studio with Champion Team & Below-Market Rent
Los Angeles County, CA
$115,000
Trade-show display rental & sales business
Chino Hills, CA
$436,000
Turn-key Used Car Dealership
San Diego, CA
$150,000
Clean & Beautiful Teriyaki Restaurant for sale
Orange County, CA
$890,000
Moving & Relocation Company – $1.27M Revenue – Fleet Included
San Diego, CA
$400,000
Drinkz liquor in Cerritos for sale
Cerritos, CA
$199,000
Established General Practice in San Gabriel, California
San Gabriel, CA
$175,000
Pet Grooming in Pasadena!
Pasadena, CA
$160,000
39-Year Legacy with Major Untapped Production Potential
Los Angeles, CA
$395,000
FranchiseExpedia Cruises
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.
