Modesto, CA
$3,583,069
Businesses For Sale in California
Local Info
Allstate Agency 35 years at Location Mega Agency
For Sale: Middle Eastern Grocery Store - With Restaurant And Bakery -
Elk Grove, CA
$1,525,000
Calling On All Motivated Auto Techs
San Francisco, CA
$130,000
Neighborhood Auto Repair Shop - Be your own boss!
San Francisco, CA
$130,000
Landscape Design-Build Company With Skilled Crews
Contra Costa County, CA
$699,000
Lease-Up Corporate Events & Catering Company
Los Angeles County, CA
$349,000
Quality Vietnamese restaurant for sale in SF Outer Richmond
San Francisco, CA
$168,000
Dry Cleaner Agency
San Francisco, CA
$100,000
Learning Express Toys & Gifts Redding
Redding, CA
$100,000
Thousands Oak Pool Service Route for Sale
Ventura County, CA
$62,400
Residential Cleaning Service
San Diego County, CA
$115,000
30 FedEx Ground Routes - Lancaster, CA - Seller & Vehicle Financing
Palmdale, CA
$1,975,000
8 FedEx Ground Routes - Lancaster, CA - Seller & Vehicle Financing
Palmdale, CA
$575,000
Turn Key Operating Restaurant + Liquor License Available Fire Sale
$249,000
San Mateo County, CA
10 FedEx Ground Routes - Palm Springs, CA - Seller & Vehicle Financing
Palm Springs, CA
$850,000
Fantastic Full Bar-Full Service Japanese Restaurant-Great Location!!
Berkeley, CA
$289,000
Annie Adjchavanich
Secret HQ, Inc.
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
Secret HQ, Inc is boutique California real estate brokerage specializing in second generation restaurant and bar business opportunities (ABC Type 41, 47, 48). Pizza, donut/dessert, bakery, ice cream, coffee, juice, boba and cafe spaces are our specialty. Beauty, wellness, nail salons, hair salons, spa businesses.
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3rd Generation Dry Cleaners
Chico, CA
$599,999
Landscape Design-Build Company With Skilled Crews
Contra Costa County, CA
$700,000
Pizza restaurant for sale in beautiful seaside loction
Monterey County, CA
$425,000
Premier Kids’ Fitness & Party Center
San Mateo, CA
$1,100,000
Profitable Candy & Gelato Shop + Retail Condo
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Windsor, CA
$1,440,000
Circle K Convenience Store in a Good Location
Los Angeles County, CA
$475,000
Highly Promising Auto Repair Business
La Habra, CA
$210,000
Turnkey Skin Care Business
Burbank, CA
$300,000
Established UPS Store Franchise for Sale
$775,000
Newport Beach, CA
Established Commercial & Industrial Electrical Contractor Available
San Mateo County, CA
$1,800,000
Profitable - Established Bakery/Deli
Los Angeles, CA
$488,000
Established CPA firm with Large Team and Real Estate Niche
California
$2,950,000
Inglewood, CA CTEC Tax Practice for Sale
Los Angeles County, CA
$625,000
32-Year SBA Pre-Qualified Masonry & Concrete Company | Orange Co, CA
Orange, CA
$350,000
Coin-Op Self Car Wash
Los Angeles County, CA
Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $175,000
Beautiful spacious location in up and coming neighborhood
Highland, CA
$350,000
Peruvian Boutique Greater Palm Springs
Palm Springs, CA
$199,000
fun Bungee
San Diego County, CA
$35,000
Profitable Teriyaki Restaurant in Prime Hayward Location
Hayward, CA
$250,000
Kawaii klaws
$400,000
Downey, CA
Hot Pot Chinese Restaurant In Roseville
Roseville, CA
$299,000
Profitable Pool Services Business With Recurring Revenue
Los Angeles, CA
$235,500
Restaurant For Sale in Balwin Park
Baldwin Park, CA
$850,000
12 FedEx Ground Routes - San Francisco, CA - Seller & Vehicle Finance
San Francisco, CA
$1,525,000
7 FedEx Ground Routes - Salinas, CA - Seller & Vehicle Financing
Watsonville, CA
$625,000
Orange County Fitness Class Chain with Attractive Margins
Irvine, CA
$2,200,000
Restaurant with Large outdoor dining (Patios) Beer& Wine -Pub
Santa Clarita, CA
$275,000
Hair Salon Prime Valley Glen
Valley Glen, CA
$200,000
Lamar Rutherford
Excellens Solutions
Serving San Diego County, CA
There are overlooked differences between "transactional" and "consultative" business brokers — and not knowing those differences can cost you thousands of dollars. You want a proven advisor . . .? ? A Consultative Broker with a proven system to maximize the value you'll get when you sell Consultative Broker with preferred access to qualified buyers Track record of success with other businesses in your industry — and able to sell for higher than expected. (We have participated in 100+ successful sales at maximum multipliers.) Proven framework combined with one-on-one consulting on how to tell the right story Deep accounting/CPA experience Deep analysis and understanding of your needs, current market conditions and enhanced ability to help you — even if you aren't prepared or positioned to sell immediately.
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Royal Pastry
Chatsworth, CA
$225,000
Distributor of Agricultural Wholesale Gear, Includes $600K Inventory
San Luis Obispo County, CA
$1,400,000
Screenprint and Embroidery shop - For sale
$130,000
Escondido, CA
Beer Wine Market in El Monte - Employee Run
El Monte, CA
$325,000
Profitable Dry Cleaner: Prime Beach City Location!
Orange County, CA
$250,000
Postal & shipping center with low overhead cost. ATTN: NOTARIES!
Sacramento, CA
$144,000
Profitable Cleaning Co., Top-Rated and Recession proof
Marin County, CA
$800,000
Niche Medical-Dental Staffing Company
Orange County, CA
$199,000
Premium Korean Grocery Mart - Exclusive Supply & Free Licensing
Los Angeles County, CA
$100,000
MBZ Auto Repair Est 22 Years 5 Star Reviews
Orange County, CA
$750,000
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.
