Glendale, CA
$499,000
Businesses For Sale in California
Local Info
Turnkey-Profitable Pizzeria in a Great area
Well-Established Mexican Restaurant for Sale
Lomita, CA
$280,000
Fully Updated Baja Fresh in Sought-After Community
Orange County, CA
$465,000
Franchise Shipping, Printing, Mailbox and More Store
San Diego, CA
$35,000
Turnkey Baja Fresh in Prime Orange County Location
Orange County, CA
$325,000
Baja Fresh in Prime Orange County Location
Orange County, CA
$365,000
Beautiful Established Massage Therapy Business For Sale
Santa Cruz County, CA
$428,000
Turnkey Asian Fusion Street Food Restaurant - $75k down
Long Beach, CA
$95,000
Spacious Restaurant + Stage + Outdoor Space in Marin County
Marin County, CA
$290,000
Restaurant and Bar So OC Beach City Short Hours
Orange County, CA
$350,000
Alameda County, Florida, Veterinary Practice for Sale - Leasehold
Alameda County, CA
$795,000
RCFE for Sale in Redlands, CA
Redlands, CA
$70,000
10 FedEx Ground Routes - Redding, CA - Vehicle Financing
Redding, CA
$725,000
Side Hustle or Full Time Cost Analytics Business w/ Strong Profits!
$50,000
Los Angeles, CA
Partially SBA Pre-Qualified: Premium Amazon Agency
California
$1,650,000
Luxury Massage Spa For Sale
Rocklin, CA
$40,000
Steve Sharp, CBB, CBI
Sharp Business Brokers
Serving San Diego County, CA
Sharp Business Brokers is a full-service business brokerage agency specializing in the sale of businesses across a wide range of industries, including Service, Retail, Restaurants, Salons, Manufacturing, Transportation, Construction, Med Spas, Distribution, E-commerce, and Franchises. With a team of experienced agents, we provide business owners with expert guidance through every stage of the selling process, ensuring a seamless transition. Founded by Steve Sharp, a Certified Business Broker, Sharp Business Brokers was built on the principles of VALUE & SERVICE from start to finish. Steve has been selling businesses professionally since 2007 and has personally owned multiple businesses, including service, retail, wholesale distribution, and an online marketing agency. His hands-on experience with cash flow management, lease negotiations, employee challenges, and business growth gives Sharp Business Brokers a unique edge in understanding and addressing the needs of business owners. Whether you're looking to sell or buy a business, our team is committed to delivering expert guidance, strategic marketing, and strong negotiation to help you achieve your goals. Let Sharp Business Brokers put our experience to work for you!
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Dance School – High Profits, No Dance Experience Needed
Los Angeles, CA
$795,000
Established Indian restaurant for sale in SF Mission off Valencia
San Francisco, CA
$220,000
Event Ticket Reseller
Ontario, CA
$27,867,070
Bus Transportation to Music Festivals & Sporting Events!
California
$350,000
Most beatiful area near Beach & Down Town Centeral Coast CA
Carmel-By-The-Sea, CA
$459,000
Home Health Agency For Sale
Los Angeles County, CA
$70,000
Trendy Beverage & Snack Café – High-Traffic East Bay Location
Fremont, CA
$295,000
Flower Shop *Profitable & Affordable Rent*
Carmichael, CA
$250,000
Electric Bike Brand in a growing industry
$50,000
Santa Ana, CA
The Pet Grooming salon in East Bay
Alameda County, CA
$351,939
Indoor Family Entertainment Center - Pre-Approved for SBA Financing
Sacramento County, CA
$2,650,000
Corner Lot Freestanding Restaurant Bar Type 47 License
Campbell, CA
$299,000
Glendale / Eagle Rock Area Bar -Semi-Absentee with No Food Requirement
Glendale, CA
$350,000
Pizza Venue w/Street Visibility on Major Throughway
Hancock, CA
$95,000
"Redwood City" Highly-Recommended Restaurant is Now For Sale!
Redwood City, CA
$175,000
Gas Station w/ Real Property
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Colusa County, CA
$2,700,000
Anaheim Boba Shop near HighSchool 2MinsWalk Established customers base
Anaheim, CA
$95,000
Durable Medical Equipment Retailer w/Industry’s Most Searchable Name!
Huntington Beach, CA
$1,600,000
Turnkey Hospice – No 36-Month Rule
Beverly Hills, CA
$400,000
Turnkey Kitchen and Mediterranean
$49,000
Carson, CA
Smoke Shop @ Dinuba
Dinuba, CA
$175,000
NOHO Profitable Turnkey Cafe Restaurant for Sale
North Hollywood, CA
$120,000
Well-Established Custom Cabinet Manufacturer with 40-Year Reputation
Santa Clara County, CA
$475,000
Auto Repair shop AND Real Estate!
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Santa Rosa, CA
$1,849,000
Travel Agency specializes in customized Latin American Trips
Morgan Hill, CA
$350,000
Own a Slice of Nostalgia - Penny Candy Store
Sutter County, CA
$225,000
Design-Build Home Remodeling Firm SF Bay Area, 10% Annual Growth
Contra Costa County, CA
$3,950,000
Custom Socks Company and Manufacturer
San Bernardino County, CA
$950,000
Eric Espinoza
GLB GROUP Inc.
Serving San Diego County, CA
Green Life Business Group, Inc. California's Largest Cannabis Business Brokerage now representing operators throughout the United States via Green Life Business' affiliate program.
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Exceptional Ice Cream Business for Sale – Retail & Wholesale
Berkeley, CA
$124,900
Just Listed - Outstanding Redlands Restaurant / Bar Opportunity!
Redlands, CA
$429,000
Boba shop for sale
$300,000
Los Angeles, CA
Prime Restaurant Location in the Heart of San Francisco’s FiDi
San Francisco, CA
$150,000
Retail Business Opportunity – Prime El Centro Location with Establish
El Centro, CA
$1,200,000
Turnkey Long-Standing Shoe and Luggage Repair Shop for Sale
Temecula, CA
$120,000
Preschool Business For Sale Windsor, CA
Windsor, CA
$2,938,000
Market-Leading Flooring Company with 2x Real Estate Assets($3.3M)
California
$350,000
Auto Dealership
Alameda County, CA
$299,000
Premier Event Staffing Company – Southern California
Los Angeles, CA
$650,000
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.
