Anaheim, CA
$875,000
Businesses For Sale in California
Local Info
8 FedEx Ground Routes - Anaheim, CA - Vehicle Financing
16 FedEx Ground Routes - Fresno, CA - Vehicle Financing
Fresno, CA
$1,200,000
9 FedEx Ground Routes - Atlanta (Norcross), GA - Vehicle Financing
Norcross, CA
$900,000
Retiring Dry Cleaners in Whittier
Whittier, CA
$160,000
Established Bar with Amazing food and established clientele
Winchester, CA
$550,000
10 FedEx Ground Routes - Tacoma, WA - Highly Profitable
Tacoma, CA
$900,000
Well-Known Local Clothing Store
Long Beach, CA
$90,000
Food Trailer, High Net, Contracted Clients, 2 days.
Los Angeles, CA
$169,000
Owner Absentee Franchise - Tax Prep Co. with 10+ locations SoCali
California
$1,000,000
Plato's Closet Teen Apparel Resale Store for Sale! Santa Rosa, CA.
Santa Rosa, CA
$20,000
Accredited Central California Home Health Agency - Clean, Relocatable
Fresno, CA
$400,000
Opportunity to grow in care agency business
Glendale, CA
$250,000
Established Turn-Key Nail Spa & Salon Prime Orange County Location
Orange County, CA
$99,000
Absentee Model Mobile Bespoke Suit Franchise w/ BIG Profit Margins!
$100k Down, Bar/Restaurant/Patio/Brewery & Exquisite 5 Room Hotel
San Luis Obispo, CA
$1,000,000
Profitable Pizzeria - $1.2M in Sales - Prime Location - Ready To Go
Butte County, CA
$250,000
BJ Delhamer
Insite Commercial Real Estate Advisors
Serving San Diego County, CA
Insight Commercial is a commercial real estate brokerage specializing in the bulk sale of operational child care centers and assisted living facilities. We offer a rare blend of business brokerage expertise and commercial real estate transaction acumen, allowing our clients to maximize the combined value of their business and property. Our primary focus is helping owners exit with confidence by delivering qualified buyers, seamless deal structures, and the highest possible price for both the enterprise and the underlying real estate. We understand the complexities of regulated industries, including licensing requirements, subsidy structures, and facility compliance, and we bring that knowledge to every transaction. Whether it's a single-site operation or a multi-location portfolio, we tailor the process to meet the specific needs of each owner while ensuring a smooth transition for staff, families, and residents. Our team has closed dozens of transactions across California and beyond, with an unmatched track record in presenting clean, professional listing packages that attract institutional and entrepreneurial buyers alike.
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18 FedEx Linehaul Routes - Portland, OR - Seller & Vehicle Financing
Portland, CA
$4,375,000
5 FedEx Linehaul Routes - Portland, OR - Seller & Vehicle Financing
Portland, CA
$1,675,000
2 FedEx Linehaul Routes - Portland, OR - Seller & Vehicle Financing
Portland, CA
$650,000
10 FedEx Ground Routes - Ft. Lauderdale, FL - Highly Profitable
Fort Lauderdale, CA
$1,000,000
Busy Greek & Fusion Food Truck Biz – Great Brand & Growth Potential
San Diego, CA
$500,000
Professionally built Beach City restaurant with ABC47
Huntington Beach, CA
$650,000
Great income and best location restaurant
Danville, CA
$99,900
Coin Laundromat Ready for Remodel
Los Angeles, CA
$85,000
Legal Collections
Interior Design and Home Staging
Los Angeles County, CA
$120,000
Newly Remodeled & Fully Equipped Hotel Restaurant Sonoma County
Sonoma County, CA
$325,000
The Popular & Profitable Millie’s Crêpe et Crème in Mill Valley
Mill Valley, CA
$155,000
Commercial Plumbing & Underground work
California
Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $476,057
Luxury Personal Concierge Business for Sale
Los Angeles County, CA
$239,000
Mounting Business for Sale in the Bay Area
San Francisco, CA
$230,000
Auto repair in Exclusive neighborhood- Domestic and foreign cars
Santa Barbara, CA
$399,000
Car wash with LAND $3.6M
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Lake Elsinore, CA
$3,600,000
Ship/Pack/Mailbox Rentals-No. Ca Bay Area
Santa Rosa, CA
$169,000
Plato's Closet Teen Resale Store for Sale Hawaiian Gardens!
Hawaiian Gardens, CA
$75,000
Turn Key Packing & Shipping Stores, available starting at $72,500
Tool and Equipment Rental, Sales, and Service
Riverside County, CA
$1,600,000
Established Professional Home Organizing Business
Danville, CA
$350,000
Medical Device Business - Successful & Unparalleled
Milwaukee, CA
$424,999
Liquor Store W/ Large Online Presence, Low Rent, Huge Growth Potential
Santa Clara, CA
$749,000
North Bay - Sound Reinforcement Co.
California
$225,000
A well-established Liquor store business and the property for sale.
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
San Pedro, CA
$1,450,000
Profitable Turnkey City of Ventura Main Street Restaurant For Sale
Ventura, CA
$495,000
Screen Printing & Embroidery
San Joaquin County, CA
$350,000
Simon Cho
RedPoint Realty
Serving Orange County, CA
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Multi-sport enrichment program in SF and peninsula
San Francisco, CA
$35,000
Multi-Unit Subway® Opportunity – Southern California
Los Angeles County, CA
$1,865,000
Property Management Business Opportunity
Hello Penny Bar - Unique Mobile Bar Trailer Event Business
San Diego County, CA
$89,000
Turnkey Restaurant & Taphouse Opportunity Bay Area
Alameda County, CA
$299,000
Established Profitable Automotive Parts Distribution Business
Alameda County, CA
$975,999
Liquor Store in San Fernando Valley
Van Nuys, CA
$659,000
profitable liquor store in L.A.
Los Angeles, CA
$959,000
Stunning Upscale Restaurant w/Designer Finishes & Fixtures
Contra Costa County, CA
$145,000
Commercial and Residential Drywall Co.
Sonoma County, CA
$1,950,000
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.
