Los Angeles, CA
$225,880
Businesses For Sale in California
Local Info
Retail Pharmacy near major Hospital in Downtown Los Angeles. All PBMs
Turnkey Café Space– Prime Opportunity!
Ventura, CA
$99,000
Turnkey Fastest Labs Franchise Location, Exclusive Territories
San Diego County, CA
$210,000
Operating 6-Bed Residential Treatment and Detox Facility
Santa Ana, CA
$600,000
Kids Party & Indoor Playground Business for Sale
Los Angeles, CA
$395,000
16 FedEx Ground Routes - Santa Rosa (Windsor), CA - Seller Financing
Santa Rosa, CA
$1,900,000
12 FedEx Ground Routes - San Jose, CA - Highly Profitable
San Jose, CA
$1,425,000
6 FedEx Ground Routes - Santa Fe Springs, CA - Highly Profitable
Santa Fe Springs, CA
$575,000
17 FedEx Ground Routes - Ocala, FL - Seller & Vehicle Financing
Ocala, CA
$500,000
South Bay-Franchise Hair Salon with Established Cliental & Staff
Los Angeles County, CA
$89,000
Los Angeles Restaurant, Bar & Brewpub – Neighborhood Favorite!
Los Angeles, CA
$350,000
ATM Route - Strong Cash Flow
Los Angeles County, CA
$1,152,000
Solo Medical Practice for Sale
San Juan Capistrano, CA
$500,000
Crazy Cool Jukeboxes
$29,995
Granada Hills, CA
Profitable and Long-Established Music School - Riverside County
Corona, CA
$165,000
***For Sale: Thriving Auto Repair Shops!***
Riverside, CA
$75,000
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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Prime Location Established Bubble Tea Shop
California
$550,000
Liquor Store with Property near LAX
Los Angeles County, CA
$3,000,000
Established Multi-Platform Men’s Apparel eCommerce
Los Angeles County, CA
$100,000
Established Multi-Platform Men’s Apparel eCommerce
Los Angeles County, CA
$199,000
Neighborhood Market Business For Sale
Fresno, CA
$220,000
Established Hair Salon/Barber Shop with Large social platform
West Hollywood, CA
$125,000
Sandwich Shop in Foods Village Center In IRVINE
Irvine, CA
$220,000
Restaurant/outdoor kids playground
Los Angeles, CA
$180,000
Your Dream Wine Bar & Store or Tasting Room Downtown With Kitchen
$80,000
San Luis Obispo, CA
Profitable Window Cleaning Biz – Work 3hrs/day!!!
Carlsbad, CA
$650,000
Retail Shipping & Business Services Store with Growth Potential
Los Angeles, CA
$90,000
6 FedEx Ground Routes - Bradenton, FL - Vehicle Financing
Bradenton, CA
$450,000
33 FedEx Ground Routes - Spokane, WA - Seller & Vehicle Financing
Spokane, CA
$1,650,000
Established Pest Control Biz - Recurring Revenue
Sacramento County, CA
$740,000
Restaurant For Sale – Fully Equipped Breakfast and Lunch Spot !
Pasadena, CA
$400,000
Established Owner-Absent Psychotherapy Practice
Long Beach, CA
$300,000
Auto Body Shop!
Sun Valley, CA
$75,000
Auto Glass Shop
Santa Clara County, CA
$650,000
Auto Glass Shop
Santa Clara County, CA
$650,000
General Dentistry Practice in Auburn, Ca ~ 40% SDE Margins
$550,000
Auburn, CA
Meat Grocery Market - Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA
$800,000
Absentee Boba Tea House
Los Angeles, CA
$99,000
Preschool - $300k+ SDE - Possible Seller Carry
San Diego, CA
$800,000
Hospice ,brand new for sale
San Bernardino, CA
$395,000
Automotive Repair Shop
Fremont, CA
$175,000
Great Beer, BBQ, and Pizza Place With Amazing Location
Pacifica, CA
$65,000
Burger Restaurant, Long Term lease, Turn-key
Stanton, CA
$149,000
Profitable Lagree Fitness Studio in Prime Orange County Location!
Yorba Linda, CA
$659,000
Robert Kale
Business Exits Inc.
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
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Dental Practice For Sale
San Diego, CA
$850,000
Popular Bubble Tea Shop in Prime Piedmont Ave Location
Oakland, CA
$150,000
Turnkey Bakery for sale in Woodland Hills
$95,000
Los Angeles, CA
40-Year High-End Cabinetry & Woodworking Contractor
San Diego, CA
$350,000
Automated Gate Manfacturer and Installer
California
Cash Flow: $516,000
Korean Fried Chicken Franchise - Absentee Run
California
$380,000
Outdoor Water Sports
Stanton, CA
$250,000
Semi-Open Kitchen Restaurant on a Major Street Throughout W/type 41
Redwood City, CA
$248,000
Rockstar Cannabis
Palm Springs, CA
$200,000
Smoke Shop: City of Orange, California
Orange, CA
$99,888
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.
