Victorville, CA
$65,000
Businesses For Sale in California
Local Info
Pampered Puppies in Bear Valley Rd
Own a Popular Cypress Hotspot – Fully Operational Asian Fusion Restaur
Orange County, CA
$200,000
Elite Baseball Athlete Training Business for Sale
Long Beach, CA
$100,000
Impressive & Well-known Cigar Shop-Lounge in Orange County, California
Orange County, CA
$230,000
HIgh Volume Dental lab 400k+ net income /year and $2.2M gross revenue
Sacramento, CA
$2,100,000
Unmatched Liquor Store Opportunity | High Traffic • Strong Margins •
Sacramento County, CA
$950,000
6 Beds Residential Care Faciity with Real Etate
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
San Jacinto, CA
$650,000
6 Beds Residential Care Facility with Real Estate
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Hemet, CA
$650,004
High-Gear Investment: Profitable auto repair Franchise on Busy street
Sacramento County, CA
$325,000
PHO Vietnamese restaurant.
Fountain Valley, CA
$160,000
FranchiseShelfGenie
Available Nationwide
$50,000
Long-Established HVAC Installation Business with $10M+ Pipeline
Walnut, CA
$1,500,000
2 FedEx Linehaul Routes - Marietta, GA - Vehicle Financing
Marietta, CA
$650,000
Luxury Car Dealership (Coastal Orange County)
$6,950,000
Westminster, CA
2 FedEx Linehaul Routes - Orlando, FL - Vehicle Financing
Orlando, CA
$525,000
5 FedEx Linehaul Routes - Orlando, FL - Vehicle Financing
Orlando, CA
$1,175,000
Nicolas Zhao
Citadel Commerical
Serving Contra Costa County, CA
Citadel Commercial is a leading business brokerage and investment advisory firm specializing in the sale, acquisition, and valuation of small to mid-sized businesses across California. We provide strategic solutions for business owners, investors, and entrepreneurs looking to buy, sell, or expand their ventures. With a deep understanding of market trends, valuation strategies, and deal structuring, we ensure that every transaction is executed smoothly, efficiently, and with maximum financial benefit for our clients. Whether you’re selling a business, investing in a new opportunity, or navigating complex commercial lease negotiations, Citadel Commercial provides the expertise and guidance you need.
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Natural Nail Salon
Bell Gardens, CA
$35,000
5 Star Turnkey Auto Repair Business in High End Business Complex
San Jose, CA
$279,000
Popular Seafood Boil and Asian Fusion Restaurant
Fair Oaks, CA
$175,000
Busy And Money-Making Body Shop For Sale !!!
Santa Clarita, CA
$395,000
Semi-absentee, Full-service Moving & Storage Business For Sale
Irvine, CA
$302,000
FranchiseValenta AI
Available Nationwide
$100,000
Orange County Custom Event Design and Decor Rental business
Santa Ana, CA
$250,000
Reputable Auto Repair Shop in Prime Location SF San Mateo County
Belmont, CA
$49,000
Farmers Agency For Sale
$270,000
Solano County, CA
Thriving Mobile & Brick-and-Mortar Dog Grooming
California
$250,000
Huge traffic-perfect for Mex Food or Keep current Asian Menu
Chula Vista, CA
$139,999
Power & Control Cable Manufacturer
California
Busy & Profitable Irish Bar & Restaurant
Orange County, CA
$550,000
Texas BBQ in California. Turnkey Opportunity. Over $100k Invested.
San Luis Obispo, CA
$150,000
Turnkey Luxury Day Spa & Med Spa – Profitable and Manager-Run
Los Angeles County, CA
$2,680,000
5 FedEx Linehaul Routes - Ocala, FL - Vehicle Financing
Ocala, CA
$1,450,000
FranchiseNetwork in Action
Available in California
$50,000
3 FedEx Linehaul Routes - Ocala, FL - Vehicle Financing
Ocala, CA
$850,000
4 FedEx Linehaul Routes - Marietta, GA - Vehicle Financing
Marietta, CA
$800,000
Family owned Plumbing Business for sale
$100,000
Simi Valley, CA
2 FedEx Linehaul Routes - Marietta, GA - Vehicle Financing
Marietta, CA
$375,000
Beauty Lash Salon Clients and Equipment For Sale
San Carlos, CA
$9,000
FranchiseHuntington Learning Centers, Inc.
Available in California
$110,000
Established Hospice Agency for Sale
Los Angeles, CA
$380,000
Mexican Grill Restaurant (Northwest)
Bakersfield, CA
$280,000
Established Nationwide Printing & Packaging Business – 13 Locations
San Francisco, CA
$1,950,000
Attractive Semi-Open Kitchen Restaurant Type 41 License Huge Patio
San Jose, CA
$198,000
Formal Ware Dress Shop
Orange County, CA
$150,000
Mike Maiman
MKL Agency Broker
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
MKL is a Mergers & Acquisitions Advisory Firm that works Exclusively with Independent Insurance Agents and Brokers throughout the USA. Connecting Sellers To Cash Buyers Working In all 50 States Strict Confidentiality Valuation Specialist Licensed Insurance Broker focused strictly on selling Insurance Agencies & Books of Business
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Concrete Contractor – Central Coast
Santa Cruz County, CA
$750,000
My Little Flower Shop
Palm Springs, CA
$175,000
Well Established Ice Supply Business with Land and Building For Sale
$1,400,000
Compton, CA
Liquor Store in Los Angeles
Los Angeles County, CA
$650,000
Profitable Pet Grooming Business
California
$79,000
FranchiseZ PLUMBERZ
Available Nationwide
$40,000
Unique Japanese Sushi in Monterey Park
Los Angeles County, CA
$120,000
The only gas station in town & store is ready for a new owner to open!
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Markleeville, CA
$499,000
Waba Grill Teriyaki Franchise Restaurant
Los Angeles, CA
$200,000
Long Term HVAC Company East of Sacramento
El Dorado County, CA
$1,000,000
8 FedEx Ground Routes - Tucson, AZ - Seller & Vehicle Financing
Tucson, CA
$350,000
18 FedEx Ground Routes - Tucson, AZ - Seller & Vehicle Financing
Tucson, CA
$650,000
18 FedEx Ground Routes - Oceanside, CA - Vehicle Financing
Oceanside, CA
$1,400,000
Almost 11 years and still going strong!
Indio, CA
$299,000
Established & Profitable- Lighting Retail Business for Sale –
San Mateo County, CA
$148,000
FranchiseMr. Appliance
Available Nationwide
$85,000
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.
