California
$895,000
Businesses For Sale in California
Local Info
Profitable Power Equipment Retail & Service
Established Auto Body Shop Franchise with Two Locations in Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA
$4,650,000
License Agreement-Mobile Brake Service
Los Angeles County, CA
$39,500
Motivated Seller! Mexican Restaurant – Great Reviews & Untapped Potent
Gilroy, CA
$180,000
Hair Studio in Prime Location – Huge Revenue Potential
Los Angeles County, CA
$375,000
Michoacan Style -Ice Cream & Paletas Shop- Excellent Location & Sales
El Monte, CA
$75,000
Best of The Best Nightclub Spots in West Hollywood
West Hollywood, CA
$2,000,000
Monterey Park restaurant for sale
Monterey Park, CA
$49,000
Temple City Restaurant for sale
Temple City, CA
$179,000
Anaheim Restaurant for sale
Anaheim, CA
$218,000
Monterey Park restaurant for sale
Monterey Park, CA
$249,000
Unique Dual Locations Business Opportunity
San Jose, CA
$1,000,000
Unique Dual Locations Business Opportunity
San Francisco, CA
$1,000,000
New Preschool/Daycare with #1 Franchise - Loma Linda, CA
$150,000
Redlands, CA
Beautifully Designed LA Restaurant for Sale
Los Angeles, CA
$350,000
Private Vocational School
Woodland Hills, CA
$8,900,000
Jeff Linda Nyman
First Choice Business Brokers
Serving Orange County, CA
Since 1994 First Choice Business Brokers Las Vegas has created successful Business Sale Transactions by: - A consultive approach with both Buyer and Seller from valuation through transfer of ownership, always creating a win-win outcome. - Negotiating between Buyer and Seller by keeping their end goal in mind which is a smooth transition of ownership with terms that are acceptable to both. - Facilitating the sale by being a conduit of information between Buyer and Seller. - Navigating the process between Buyer, Seller, Closing Entity and Lenders. We listen, apply our knowledge, and prioritize your needs. From inquiry to close we are committed to confidentially serving our clients. If you're looking to buy or sell a business, don't settle for anything less than our professional, experienced business intermediaries. Business owners, when it is time to reap the rewards of your years of hard work, plan to enhance your business' value with effective pre-sale planning , market positioning and optimized deal structure. Your approach to selling your business will determine your legacy. Our passionate team of professionals and our comprehensive processes will get the job done.
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Tasteful Decor 1,500sf Restaurant, Beer/Wine, Must See!
Tustin, CA
$225,000
A approximately 500 SF fully equipped restaurant in the Food Court
Lincoln Heights, CA
$15,000
Open 1,500sf Chinese Restaurant, Very Busy Corner Location
Rowland Heights, CA
$178,000
Pizza & Sports Bar, can be converted type 41 license SELLER MAY CARRY
Pleasanton, CA
$228,888
Cozy Chinese Restaurant in Arcadia, Low rent $2,080, Great Location!
Arcadia, CA
$88,000
Famous Hong Kong Style Deli & Desserts, Desirable Location
City Of Industry, CA
$178,000
Restaurant & Bar So OC Beach Location Busy Top Location
Orange County, CA
$1,000,000
Staple Old Folsom Bar "City Slickers" For Sale
Folsom, CA
$2,500,000
New Preschool/Daycare with #1 Franchise - Dixon, CA
$150,000
Dixon, CA
Established Fast Food Franchise Restaurant
Los Angeles County, CA
$375,000
Established Boba & Snack Shop in San Jose– Full Kitchen
San Jose, CA
$148,000
Turn Key Shabu Restaurant – Prime SSF Location – High Volume
South San Francisco, CA
$350,000
Auto Repair Est 40 Yrs Fully Equipped Low Rent!
Orange County, CA
$120,000
Exclusive Clause Sichuan Fusion in Richmond Plaza
Richmond, CA
$360,000
Hospice
Los Angeles County, CA
$400,000
Medicare Certified Home Health Care
Glendale, CA
$170,000
Profitable Pizza in Van Nuys
Van Nuys, CA
$850,000
Established Window & Gutter Cleaning Business – High Recurring Revenue
Santa Clara County, CA
$248,000
CPG-Bread, Snack & Food Manufacturer-Positioned for Growth-
Marin County, CA
Cash Flow: $500,000
New Preschool/Daycare with #1 Franchise - Manteca, CA
$150,000
Manteca, CA
Independent Gas station with Kiosk/Real Proper- Arco approved location
Los Angeles, CA
$4,500,000
Shabu/ BBQ Opportunity Near Irvine – Hood Over Each Table
Orange County, CA
$198,000
Monterey County-Established Flooring Franchise with Mobile Showroom
Salinas, CA
$250,000
Sushi & Japanese Grill Restaurant-Dana Point-PRICE REDUCED
Dana Point, CA
$209,900
Market Sushi-->High Volume
Manhattan Beach, CA
$140,000
Branded Boba tea shop with kitchen for sale in Sacramento near college
Sacramento, CA
$200,000
Breakfast Cafe Gross $1,920,000 yr. $132,000 Dn. Assume 3.75% note
Sonora, CA
$480,000
Established Security Firm with Strong Client Base
Los Angeles County, CA
$1,045,000
Robert Kale
Business Exits Inc.
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
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Performance Sport Boutique, Customer Lounge & More
San Diego County, CA
$600,000
Attractive Restaurant/Bar in the Heart of SF W/Separated full type 47
San Francisco, CA
$488,000
New Preschool/Daycare with #1 Franchise - Palm Springs, CA
$150,000
Palm Springs, CA
Hancock Park Restaurant w/Sidewalk Seating – High Visibility Location
Los Angeles, CA
$395,000
Immigration Law Practice with Steady Client Base – Well Established!
Los Angeles, CA
$330,000
Children Indoor Playground - Short Hours - Low Rent
Redlands, CA
$250,000
Established Real Estate Staging Company
Orange County, CA
$300,000
Established Nail & Skin Care Business - Franchise Support
Fremont, CA
$100,000
Turnkey Takeout & Delivery Busy OC Plaza
Orange County, CA
$198,800
Breakfast, Lunch Cafe So OC Beach Location
Orange County, 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.
