Eastvale, CA
$700,000
Businesses For Sale in California
Local Info
Exquisite Studio w/ Private Suites - Set up for Med Spa / Beauty
Snack Food Route and Distribution Business
San Joaquin County, CA
$230,000
Own Your Coastal Community Dream!
San Diego, CA
$200,000
Convenient store/restaurant for sale in Concord
Concord, CA
$110,000
Japanese Ramen restaurant for sale in Elk Grove next to highway 5
Elk Grove, CA
$150,000
Liquor/Tobacco Store With Inventory Included
Redondo Beach, CA
$250,000
Beautiful Turnkey Barre Studio
San Diego, CA
$40,000
Exceptional upscale, college town OC location!
Orange County, CA
$450,000
40+ Year Stablished Nail Salon in busy mall
Los Angeles, CA
$150,000
Semi-Absentee Bubble Tea Shop – East San Jose, Great Potential
San Jose, CA
$250,000
Middle-Eastern Restaurant
Orange, CA
$265,000
East San Jose Asian Fusion Restaurant – High-Density Area
San Jose, CA
$275,000
Fine Mediterranean Dining-Liquor License
Corona, CA
$650,000
Veterinary Clinic for sale
$845,000
Ventura County, CA
Healthy Mediterr. Restaurant-Beer & Wine
Huntington Beach, CA
$325,000
Well-established and profitable SF Peninsula Business For Sale
South San Francisco, CA
$375,000
William White
Peak Commercial
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
Peak Commercial delivers a full spectrum of commercial real estate services, including commercial financing, commercial insurance, and 1031 exchange services, as well as specialized investment and property management expertise. This complete integration of services, combined with our deep understanding of local, national, and international markets, positions us as a leader in facilitating all property types and sectors.
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Established Hair Salon and Barbershop In Irvine, Low rent , 5 chairs
Irvine, CA
$75,000
Specialized Fertility Clinic
Los Angeles County, CA
$2,095,000
Mediterranean Restaurant-Beer & Wine
Chino Hills, CA
$269,000
Established Luxury Women's Boutique with Loyal Following
Santa Barbara County, CA
$470,000
Profitable Event Décor Company – 40+ Years of Success
California
$660,000
Established Pre-School & Kindergarten For Sale
Riverside County, CA
$525,000
Trusted, Certified Skylight Installation & Repair Business
Santa Barbara County, CA
$150,000
San Diego CPA Firm for Sale
San Diego, CA
$175,000
Highly Profitable Medical Supply Store For Sale Solano County
$500,000
Solano County, CA
Located near Manhattan Beach – 8,100 sq ft Gastropub concept
Los Angeles County, CA
$625,000
Fun, Profitable, Turn-Key After-School STEM Business
Santa Monica, CA
$125,000
Poke Restaurant
San Fernando, CA
$200,000
Marketing, Printing & Software Kit Production Company
Santa Clara County, CA
$100,000
Remote Video Production Studio with End-to-End Services
Monterey County, CA
$790,000
High-Revenue Montessori | 160 Enrolled (Capacity over 200) | Business.
Alhambra, CA
$2,400,000
Well Established Law Practice-Turn-Key-Large Client Base!!
San Francisco, CA
$229,000
Seafood Business with Commissary Kitchen
Roseville, CA
$325,000
Turnkey Cafe & Bakery for Sale – Established, Profitable, and Growing
Sacramento County, CA
$449,000
Luxury Hollywood Sightseeing Tour & Private Party Bus Trolley Business
Los Angeles, CA
$430,000
Small Veterinary Animal Hospital for Sale
$900,000
Taft, CA
Home Health Care for sale
Garden Grove, CA
$180,000
Laundromat in the City of La Puente
La Puente, CA
$615,000
Location in SuperMarket
Windsor, CA
Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $120,000
Batteries Plus Franchise – San Joaquin County
San Joaquin County, CA
$90,000
Licensed Preschool with Real Estate and Growth Upside
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Bakersfield, CA
$799,000
Hacienda Heights Market for Sale
Hacienda Heights, CA
$160,000
International Grocery & Beer/Wine Store
Alameda County, CA
$1,249,000
Indoor Family Entertainment Center – Alameda County, CA
Alameda County, CA
$489,999
Michael Spilky
Location Matters Inc.
Serving San Diego County, CA
Location Matters Inc is a reputable restaurant brokerage firm with a focus on the food and beverage industry. As experts in the field, we specialize in helping restaurant owners, buyers, and investors navigate the complex process of buying, selling, or leasing restaurant properties. With a wealth of experience in the restaurant industry and an extensive network of clients and contacts, Location Matters Inc is committed to delivering top-notch brokerage services. Our goal is to foster successful deals and long-term relationships, ensuring that each transaction is a win-win for all parties involved. Whether you are a restaurant owner looking to sell or lease your property, an entrepreneur seeking the perfect location for your restaurant concept, or an investor interested in the food and beverage industry, Location Matters Inc is your reliable partner to navigate the dynamic restaurant marketplace. Visit our website or contact us directly to explore how we can assist you in achieving your restaurant business goals.
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Unique Event Venue with Real Estate Included
Bakersfield, CA
$625,000
JUST REDUCED! Busy Turnkey Sports Bar & Grill with Building & Property
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Riverside County, CA
$2,950,000
Profitable, Respected Business with a Blue-Chip Customer Base
$8,100,000
Los Angeles County, CA
End of Life Parts Electronic Distributor & Value Add
Santa Ana, CA
$5,600,000
Bistro / Catering / Ghost Kitchen
Riverside, CA
$49,988
Hibachi + Sushi Concept - Full Bar - Downtown Location
Riverside County, CA
$715,888
Cupid’s Hot Dogs Chatsworth, CA
Los Angeles, CA
$150,000
Established Beauty Salon in High Traffic Van Nuys Location
Los Angeles, CA
$35,000
Exclusive Dealer Opportunity - Dallas, Texas
Poway, CA
$65,000
Furniture story for sale stablished Furniture & Home Goods Bu San Jose
San Jose, CA
$200,000
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.
