Torrance, CA
$1,300,000
Businesses For Sale in California
Local Info
Torrance CPA Firm for Sale
100+ years in business with $1.2M+ in SDE
California
Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $1,109,010
Well Established Printing Shop in South Bay
Santa Clara County, CA
$495,000
Well-Established Trucking Company
Santa Rosa, CA
$175,000
Rare, Iconic Surf Shop for Sale in Southern California
Orange County, CA
$380,000
Burger restaurant with strong sales, newly renovated, outdoor seating
Fullerton, CA
$249,000
Profitable Family Medical Practice For Sale
Riverside, CA
$698,000
Below Market Price-Mountain Mike's Pizza in San Diego County
San Diego County, CA
$135,000
Oil Changer top-Tier Franchise, Price to Sell
San Joaquin County, CA
$100,000
Napa Auto Care
Williams, CA
$1,500,000
Just Reduced - Absentee Owner Turn Key Brazilian Juice Bar and Cafe
Redondo Beach, CA
$199,000
Mail Box Rental & Shipping in Santa Monica
Santa Monica, CA
$125,000
Smoke Shop Accessories Wholesaler, Monthly Nets $30k, Retire, La, Ca.
Los Angeles, CA
$739,000
Real Estate Prep Business - Top Affiliate $2.7MM Gross w/$706k Return
Production Equipment Rentals – Well-Established with w/High Inventory!
Los Angeles, CA
$395,000
Well-Established Breakfast & Lunch Cafe for Sale | $160,000
Alameda County, CA
$160,000
Tyler Evans
So-Cal Business Brokers
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
Seller Representation Only! We represent sellers, not buyers, and have been doing it for over 30 years and have an outstanding 90+% Success Rate! We encourage you to spend time on our website ( www.so-calbusinessbrokers.com ) as it is our means of sharing a lot of vital information that can help you avoid mistakes and maximize your transaction. At a minimum, view and understand The Best Possible Transaction and The Sales Process and you will know more than 90% of the people who want to sell their businesses and a lot more than most business brokers. We concentrate our coverage in Southern California with a major emphasis on Orange County, San Diego County and Los Angeles County and we do not charge an ‘up-front’ fee. Many in this industry charge for valuations, industry reviews, ‘packaging’, expenses, etc. and our sole compensation is a Success Fee that is paid when your transaction closes —- in essence, we only get paid when you get paid and if we can’t sell your business at a price and upon terms acceptable to you, then you do not owe us a dime!
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1,382sf Profitable Spa in Ktown since 2015 another Medspa in OC
Los Angeles, CA
$230,000
Beautiful Wine & Beer Bar | Newer Build | Fully Equipped
Santa Barbara County, CA
$135,000
Auto Detail Shop in Express Car Wash. Excellent Location.
Norco, CA
$40,000
Hookah Bar And Restaurant
Los Angeles County, CA
$350,000
Hotel For Sale Berkeley, CA
Berkeley, CA
$19,500,000
Teriyaki restaurant near USC
Los Angeles, CA
$185,000
Collision Center for Sale
Van Nuys, CA
$365,000
Excellent Location in the corner of 2 Major streets & off Highway 280
San Jose, CA
$168,000
3 Exciting Franchises: HVAC, Plumbing, Mold Remediation!!!
Prime Pleasanton Location
Pleasanton, CA
$850,000
Established Nearshore Software Staff Augmentation Firm
Orange County, CA
Not Disclosed
EBITDA: $1,000,000
Lakewood Area Cocktail / Dive Bar – Absentee Operated!
Lakewood, CA
$275,000
After School Business For Sale San Mateo, CA
San Mateo, CA
$450,000
Locksmith Business For Sale In Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA
$749,000
Long Established Towing Company
Los Angeles County, CA
$2,996,000
Cigar Shop with Club and Mailbox Rentals For Sale in Orange County CA
Orange County, CA
$197,000
Established, Lucrative OBGYN Practice Seeks Qualified Successor
Orange County, CA
$1,550,000
Hospice
Westlake Village, CA
$450,000
Stand alone Mexican food restaurant or bring your own concept 41 lic
Escondido, CA
$179,999
Established Plumbing & Home Services Company Expanding Nationwide
Sightseeing Tour Co, Hollywood, LA.
Santa Monica, CA
$250,000
Premier Paddle & Foil Sports Retailer
Santa Cruz, CA
$540,000
Well Known Hair Salon on Peninsula
Menlo Park, CA
$95,000
Huntington Beach, CA CPA Practice for Sale
Orange County, CA
$300,000
European Market with Liquor License in East Bay
Alameda, CA
$200,000
Once in a Decade Restaurant Listing!
Los Angeles, CA
$295,000
Liquor Store , Santa Clara
Santa Clara, CA
$299,000
Reclaimed Wood & Architectural Salvage Retail Store - Sales Only
Paso Robles, CA
$438,000
Leslie Horton
California eTime Solutions & Liberty Group Of Nevada
Serving Placer County, CA
Leslie Horton, an M&A Advisor/Broker, is a transaction architect specializing in strategic exits, comprehensive analysis, effective preparation and successful outcomes. Ms. Horton thoroughly enjoys selling good businesses and commercial buildings on behalf of her valued clients. In Northern California, Ms. Horton is the owner of eTime Solutions. In Northern Nevada, Ms. Horton is affiliated with The Liberty Group of Nevada, LLC. Both companies are well established and respected. Industries served include manufacturing, distribution, construction, high technology and several other professional industries.
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Rare Opportunity: Previous 14-Bed RCFE in Prime Woodland, Sacramento
Woodland, CA
$997,000
Gs $55k-65k+ Com Income (Lotto)$78/YR, Rent $3400(all),lease 15yr
Chino, CA
$650,000
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Hydrogen Water Exclusive Distribution w/ e-Commerce Store
Irvine, CA
$191,000
29-Year-Old Insulation Contractor Located In Northern California
California
$1,100,000
Screen Printing & Embroidery Business
San Joaquin County, CA
$350,000
Well Established Turn Key Locksmith retail and service
Ventura County, CA
$360,000
Profitable Precision Mold Maker & Machine Shop
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Butte County, CA
$2,500,000
Established Turnkey Chiropractic Clinic In Beautiful Seaside Ventura
Ventura County, CA
$75,000
Orangevale Pool Service Route for Sale
Sacramento County, CA
$98,400
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.
