Orange, CA
$590,000
Businesses For Sale in California
Local Info
Established Chinese Restaurant for Sell. Beer/Wine.
Best in boba tea. interior floral decorations, catering to grab and go
San Leandro, CA
$59,900
G3kids in UTC LA jolla CA MALL for sale 80k revenues month
San Diego, CA
$250,000
Young Dimsum (Adelanto)
Adelanto, CA
$39,999
Simi Valley Pool Service Route for Sale
Ventura County, CA
$67,200
Cerritos SPA business for sale
Cerritos, CA
$65,000
San Gabriel Photo Studio for Sale
San Gabriel, CA
$16,000
Anaheim Restaurant for Sale
Anaheim, CA
$180,000
Alhambra business for sale
Alhambra, CA
$299,000
El Monte restaurant for sale
South El Monte, CA
$69,000
FranchiseOxi Fresh Carpet Cleaning
Available in California
$40,900
Boutique Clinical Laboratory – PPOs, Medicare, Medi-Cal & Pathology
Orange County, CA
$8,000,000
Smoke shop
Los Angeles, CA
$119,000
Carmel By The Sea Real Estate Company
$1,600,000
Carmel-By-The-Sea, CA
Bagel Shop Franchise For Sale
San Diego County, CA
$399,000
Pampered Puppies in Bear Valley Rd
Victorville, CA
$65,000
Jeff Linda Nyman
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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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
FranchiseDryer Vent Wizard
Available Nationwide
$50,000
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
Luxury Car Dealership (Coastal Orange County)
$6,950,000
Westminster, CA
High-Gear Investment: Profitable auto repair Franchise on Busy street
Sacramento County, CA
$325,000
PHO Vietnamese restaurant.
Fountain Valley, CA
$160,000
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
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
Natural Nail Salon
Bell Gardens, CA
$35,000
FranchisePlumbingPro
Available in California
$100,000
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
Farmers Agency For Sale
$270,000
Solano County, CA
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
FranchiseSport Clips
Available in California
$200,000
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
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
Robert Kale
Business Exits Inc.
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
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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
Family owned Plumbing Business for sale
$100,000
Simi Valley, CA
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
FranchiseHomewell Care Services
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
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
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
FranchiseBest Option Restoration
Available in California
$50,000
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.
