Murrieta, CA
$100,000
Businesses For Sale in California
Local Info
Established Septic Company for sale
Established Commercial Construction Company
Carlsbad, CA
$2,200,000
Charming boba tea shop for sale in Downtown Mateo
San Mateo, CA
$370,000
Fully Remodeled, Absentee Operated Baskin-Robbins Franchise
Santa Clara County, CA
$399,999
Bubble Tea Shop For Sale in Rosemead, CA.
Rosemead, CA
$45,000
Mexican Restaurant For Sale in Arcadia, CA
Arcadia, CA
$60,000
Japanese restaurant for sale in San Francisco Inner richmond
San Francisco, CA
$150,000
Asian restaurant for sale in San Francisco Ingleside area
San Francisco, CA
$178,000
Well Established, Profitable, Retail/Compounding Pharmacy in San Ramon
Contra Costa County, CA
$1,489,505
Corner Restaurant Spacious kitchen with a Long Hood & Patio NEW PRICE
Milpitas, CA
$248,000
Established Skin Care, Massage and Makeup Studio for Sale
Sacramento, CA
$150,000
Well Established Turnkey Brewery
Murrieta, CA
$450,000
Established Pest Control Biz - Recurring Revenue
Sacramento County, CA
$740,000
Santa Monica Plant Nursery - Price reduced
$50,000
Santa Monica, CA
Established Flooring and Carpet Business For Sale
Yucca Valley, CA
$200,000
Turn Key Shabu Restaurant – Prime SSF Location – High Volume
South San Francisco, CA
$350,000
Iconic Business Technologies Inc.
Iconic Business Technologies, Inc.
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
Iconic is a technology-driven M&A advisory platform that helps business owners sell or merge their companies with confidence and efficiency. With over 70 years of combined team experience, more than 200 transactions completed, and over $2 billion in closed deal volume, Iconic focuses on the lower middle market, typically working with companies generating up to $100 million in revenue. Headquartered in Los Angeles, California, Iconic blends AI-powered buyer sourcing, a proprietary deal-management platform called Iconic Rail, and experienced advisory teams to streamline the sell-side process. Positioned between traditional investment banks and small business brokers, Iconic offers a data-backed, high-touch experience that connects quality sellers with well-matched strategic and financial buyers, delivering faster timelines and stronger outcomes through a modernized M&A process.
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Exclusive Clause Sichuan Fusion in Richmond Plaza
Richmond, CA
$360,000
Profitable Bicycle Shop – Est. 1975
Sacramento County, CA
$525,000
Established Dry Cleaners, None within 5 mile radius, near freeway
Santa Fe Springs, CA
$185,000
Amazing business opportunity popular cafe at trendy Valencia St
San Francisco, CA
$65,000
Boba Tea and Snack Shop in SF
San Francisco, CA
$150,000
Priced to Sell – Profitable New & Used Car Dealership
Los Angeles County, CA
$400,000
Korean Restaurant (BBQ, Tofu, K-food)
San Bernardino, CA
$350,000
Hospice for sale - $300k, accredited with provider number
Long Beach, CA
$300,000
Well Established Mexican Restaurant-Beer and Wine License
$595,000
Fountain Valley, CA
Profitable Auto Body Repair & Used Car Dealership – Prime Los Angeles
Los Angeles County, CA
$150,000
Retail Shoe Store & Repair Shop |Semi-Absentee |$55,000 Net Profit
Contra Costa County, CA
$20,000
Specialty Auto Electrical - $150K Owner Earnings - Orange County
Costa Mesa, CA
$60,000
Established Armed Security Guard & Patrol Business
California
$650,000
Newly built-out Fast Food Franchise in Prime Location
Victorville, CA
$299,999
Cafe & Event Room or Asset Sale - Second Generation Restaurant
Redwood City, CA
$200,000
Pizza restaurant with arcade and 41 ABC license, N.OC
Orange County, CA
$550,000
Sourdough Franchise Restaurant
Humboldt County, CA
$390,000
Flower Shop - West LA
West Los Angeles, CA
$110,000
BBQ Chicken Franchise - Redondo
Redondo Beach, CA
$300,000
Turnkey National Construction Platform | W/ Full Operations Team
$450,000
Camarillo, CA
BBQ Chicken Franchise - Tarzana
Tarzana, CA
$360,000
Gas Station w/ Real Property
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Humboldt County, CA
$9,450,000
Pho restaurant - Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA
$670,000
Hawaiian BBQ - Burbank
Burbank, CA
$760,000
Profitable, Turnkey Dry Cleaning Business with Low Overhead
San Diego County, CA
$625,000
Very rare prime downtown Hermosa Beach restaurant opportunity
Hermosa Beach, CA
$330,000
Highly Profitable 5 day Deli In North County.
San Diego County, CA
$179,000
Popular Main Street Restaurant and Bar with Live Music
Murphys, CA
$375,000
Salim Farha
Realty Executives of Northern California
Serving Merced County, CA
At Realty Executives Commercial we go the extra mile for our clients. We offer services in a sense as if we are purchasing or selling assets for our selves, that is the type of service you can expect from working with us. We tailor our interactions with you according to your needs and goals you are trying to achieve. We never leave any stones unturned trying to accomplish purchases, sales, leasing, buyouts, build outs, developing or just merely growing your portfolios.
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Hair Salon For Sale San Diego County
San Diego County, CA
$39,995
Turnkey Health & Wellness Juice / Acai Bar with Strong Cash Flow
San Bernardino County, CA
$449,000
“Established Salon for Sale – Prime Location & Loyal Clientele
$200,000
Sunnyvale, CA
Semi-Absentee Lumber Supplier & Distributor – $200K Inventory Included
Santa Ana, CA
$225,000
High-Volume Independent Gas Station (Business Only)
Palmdale, CA
$1,777,000
Machine Shop | Auto Engine Rebuilding | Commercial Land & Building
Colton, CA
$277,000
Clean, Convenient Top-Rated Laundromat in Van Nuys
Los Angeles, CA
$695,000
Pasadena Dry Cleaners
Pasadena, CA
$275,000
Ice Cream Franchise, Well-Est., Great Location, No. Bay Area
Napa County, CA
$225,000
Specialized Technical Service Business | Buyer-Friendly Deal
San Diego County, CA
$405,000
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.
