Redlands, CA
$325,000
Businesses For Sale in California
Local Info
Liquor Store: Redlands, California
Adult Day Health Care Center with Property Near FWY 170
Los Angeles County, CA
$8,200,000
smoke, tobacco & water store. A combo business
Highland Park, CA
$125,000
Thriving Preschool & Real Estate Package – 50+ Years, $488K SDE
Ventura County, CA
$1,350,000
Charming Confectionary Store for Sale
Nevada County, CA
$425,000
AI SaaS Platform – Scalable B2B Solution
Orange County, CA
Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $120,000
Great Restaurant Opportunity-Busy-Location-Profitable!!
Half Moon Bay, CA
$279,000
Japanese Sushi Restaurant With B & W
Laguna Niguel, CA
$149,000
Well Established Junk Hauling business
Petaluma, CA
$331,000
10 FedEx Ground Routes - Fairfield, CA - Highly Profitable
Fairfield, CA
$1,375,000
Story-Driven Escape Experience
Orange County, CA
$720,000
10 FedEx Ground Routes - San Leandro, CA - Seller Financing
San Leandro, CA
$1,000,000
1 FedEx Linehaul Route - Tracy, CA - Highly Profitable
Tracy, CA
$250,000
76Gas Station with Circle K,CarWash & Rental Income- Prime Oppertunity
$14,999,999
San Bernardino, CA
Prime Glendale Turnkey Market & Cafe Opportunity
Glendale, CA
$219,000
Franchise Ice cream store for sale-High volume
Solano County, CA
$349,000
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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Profitable Quick Serve Restaurant Priced to Sell
Paramount, CA
$175,000
Cigar & Cigarette City-Well Established Smoke Shop For Sale
Folsom, CA
$350,000
Juice Bar
Suisun City, CA
$60,000
New Installations And Repairs - HVAC Business
Los Angeles, CA
$250,000
Make money two ways with this company
Fountain Valley, CA
$479,000
Restaurant in a busy Area of Ventura , Next to the Mall
Ventura, CA
$35,000
Well-Located Japanese Restaurant with Strong Potential
Carson, CA
$345,000
Currently a renowned bakery and breakfast & lunch location.
Corona Del Mar, CA
$475,000
High demand recession proof business. Serving all of California
$50,000
Beverly Hills, CA
Established & Trusted Sports Medicine Practice
Huntington Beach, CA
$249,000
Tutti Frutti, High Vol & Net, 13 yrs, Retiring
Los Angeles County, CA
$279,000
Move in ready in Long Beach
Long Beach, CA
$1,500,000
Tutti Frutti, High Vol & Net,13 yrs, Retire.
Panorama City, CA
$279,000
Coaching Kids Tennis After-School Business SD County Price Reduced
San Diego County, CA
$159,000
Highly Profitable 30-Year ISO-Certified CNC Machining Firm
San Jose, CA
$2,750,000
Luxury Mobile Grooming Service with Mercedes Sprinter Van
San Diego, CA
$249,999
8 FedEx Ground Routes - Anaheim, CA - Vehicle Financing
Anaheim, CA
$1,050,000
16 FedEx Ground Routes - Fresno, CA - Vehicle Financing
Fresno, CA
$1,525,000
12 FedEx Ground Routes - San Francisco, CA - Seller & Vehicle Finance
San Francisco, CA
$1,425,000
Santa Monica Restaurant w/ Beer and Wine Location Location Location
$280,000
Santa Monica, CA
Middle eastern grocery market
Modesto, CA
$180,000
Established Mediterranean Kitchen+Ghost Kitchens – Sale or Partnership
Los Angeles, CA
$128,000
Dual-Shop Auto Facility + Real Estate in Prime Zoning Corridor
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Contra Costa County, CA
$2,800,000
Contemporary rental Salon , 11 stations , Affluent city
Mission Viejo, CA
$79,000
1500 Sq Ft - Fully Equipped Mongolian BBQ – near Marina Del Ray
Los Angeles County, CA
$125,000
Restaurant
Contra Costa County, CA
$99,000
Vending Machine Route Business -Absentee Owned - SC2243
Sacramento, CA
$74,900
Italian Wine Import & Distribution Company – Licensed in 10 states
Los Angeles County, CA
$200,000
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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Profitable, Healthy Food, Quick Serve Concept, Proven Franchise
Orange County, CA
$279,000
Long established catering company for sale
Contra Costa County, CA
$150,000
Elegant MedSpa in Alamo
$120,000
Alamo, CA
Liquor Store In OC--CA
Cypress, CA
$299,000
Only Open 3-Hours Per Weekday! Huge Lunch Traffic w/Takeout Delivery
San Francisco County, CA
$195,000
Turnkey Dumpling restaurant for sale
Sacramento, CA
$68,000
Japanese Sushi Restaurant in Woodland Hills
Woodland Hills, CA
$200,000
Turnkey Law Practice with 10,000+ Estate Clients & Strong Referral Net
Walnut Creek, CA
$750,000
Profitable, Covered Patio, Great Location, High Traffic, 4.5 Stars
San Clemente, CA
$249,000
30+ Years Established Flooring Installation Business
California
$699,000
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.
