Los Angeles County, CA
$469,000
Businesses For Sale in California
Local Info
Full service dining, bar, lounge and outdoor patio with type 47 & 58
Fully operational Metal Finishing Business
Santa Clara, CA
$1,300,000
Paso Robles e-Bike Vineyard Tour Service
Monterey County, CA
$85,000
Woodland Hills Bakery
Los Angeles, CA
$120,000
Fast Seafood Restaurant
Pasadena, CA
$109,000
Auto Registration Service - Established for 38 years!
Lemon Grove, CA
$400,000
Franchise Restaurant & Full Bar for Sale – Riverside County, CA
Riverside County, CA
$1,800,000
Established 30-Year Surf Retail Business for Sale in Cayucos, CA
Cayucos, CA
$315,000
Established Coastal Ca. Pool Construction And Remodeling Company
Santa Cruz County, CA
$750,000
Beautiful turn-key Pho Restaurant in Campbell $225,000
Campbell, CA
$225,000
FranchisePaul Davis Restoration
Available in California
$500,000
Very Profitable Septic Installation, Repairs & Maintenance
San Diego County, CA
$495,000
Restaurant for Sale Near Disneyland
Anaheim, CA
$130,000
Sensationally Profitable Beer Mug Amazon Listing
$60,000
San Clemente, CA
Profitable, Semi-Absentee Hobby Retail Franchise
Fresno, CA
$400,000
Established day spa and wellness center in napa valley
Napa County, CA
$180,000
Moe Bousaid
First Choice Business Brokers
Serving Orange County, CA
Since 1994 First Choice Business Brokers Las Vegas has created successful Business Sale Transactions by: - A consultive approach with both Buyer and Seller from valuation through transfer of ownership, always creating a win-win outcome. - Negotiating between Buyer and Seller by keeping their end goal in mind which is a smooth transition of ownership with terms that are acceptable to both. - Facilitating the sale by being a conduit of information between Buyer and Seller. - Navigating the process between Buyer, Seller, Closing Entity and Lenders. We listen, apply our knowledge, and prioritize your needs. From inquiry to close we are committed to confidentially serving our clients. If you're looking to buy or sell a business, don't settle for anything less than our professional, experienced business intermediaries. Business owners, when it is time to reap the rewards of your years of hard work, plan to enhance your business' value with effective pre-sale planning , market positioning and optimized deal structure. Your approach to selling your business will determine your legacy. Our passionate team of professionals and our comprehensive processes will get the job done.
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EV charger
Los Angeles, CA
$80,000
Sushi Restaurant with 47 Hard liquor lic, patio, and reasonable rent
Pleasanton, CA
$350,000
Transformative Commercial Cleaning Business – Scale with Technology
Los Angeles, CA
$250,000
Nationally Distributed Oil Brand with Strong DTC & Retail Presence
California
$750,000
Latin Restaurant in Prime location
Pleasant Hill, CA
$380,000
FranchiseHeaven's Best Carpet and Upholstery Cleaning
Available in California
$40,000
Personal Concierge Services
Los Angeles County, CA
$199,000
Hospice Agency For Sale
Glendale, CA
$320,000
Multi-Location Balloon Supply & E-Commerce Business
$500,000
San Diego, CA
Dry Cleaners for sale
Tarzana, CA
$199,000
Mediterranean Cuisine for sale
Woodland Hills, CA
$450,000
Turnkey Folsom Restaurant For Sale! Business Opportunity !!
Folsom, CA
$58,000
Car sales and rental with property for sale
Long Beach, CA
$999,000
Long Standing Motorcycle and Bicycle Service Shop.
Santa Cruz, CA
$599,999
Tint shop for sale
Sun Valley, CA
$119,000
Liquor store business and property for sale
Baldwin Park, CA
$849,000
FranchiseMatco Tools
Available in California
$10,000
Super market for sale
Encino, CA
$699,000
Private Utility Locating Division
Livermore, CA
$100,000
Turnkey Busy Auto Repair Powerhouse, 7 Lifts, Rental Permit, 40+ Years
$350,000
Los Angeles County, CA
Well-Established Hobby & Gaming Store for Sale
Sacramento County, CA
$225,000
High Volume Circle K For Sale
Riverside, CA
$525,000
FranchiseToastique
Available in California
$200,000
Modern W/ full kitchen type 1 hood Beer & Wine in Busy Area Berkeley
Berkeley, CA
$90,000
Mobile Window Screen and Screen Door Services
San Diego County, CA
$170,000
Turnkey dental practice located in the heart of Hawthorne
Hawthorne, CA
$550,000
Established Pizza Shop!
North Hollywood, CA
$350,000
14 FedEx Ground Routes, Rialto CA
Bloomington, CA
$1,295,000
Riaz Chauthani
Dry Cleaning Business Brokerage
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
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9 FedEx Ground Routes, San Francisco CA
South San Francisco, CA
$1,079,000
Smoke Shop, Help Run
Los Angeles County, CA
$150,000
XGRIP Mag Adapters
$4,000,000
Ojai, CA
Profitable Full-Service Bay Area Catering Business
California
$1,600,000
Profitable Full-Service Bay Area Catering Business
California
$1,600,000
FranchiseWayback Burgers
Available Nationwide
$250,000
$180,000 NET- Profitable Turn-Key Asian Restaurant in San Mateo County
San Mateo County, CA
$290,000
Established Mediterranean Grill Restaurant
California
$600,000
PHO Vietnamese Restaurant – Silver Lake / Los Feliz Area
Los Angeles, CA
$95,000
High-Margin Turnkey Immigration Practice W/ Predictable Revenue Stream
Los Angeles County, CA
$550,000
Story-Driven Escape Experience
Orange County, CA
$720,000
Turnkey Streetwear Brand –Designer Access,Wholesale Ready, $40,000
Beverly Hills, CA
$40,000
Tutoring in Modesto, CA
Modesto, CA
$45,000
Mexican Restaurant Great Location
Sunnyvale, CA
$350,000
13 FedEx Ground Routes, Sacramento CA
Sacramento, CA
$1,750,000
FranchiseRock N Roll Sushi
Available Nationwide
$200,000
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.
