Oakland, CA
$80,000
Businesses For Sale in California
Local Info
Popular Bait and Tackle Shop in Oakland CA
8 FedEx Ground Routes - Bishop, CA - Highly Profitable
Bishop, CA
$700,000
Turnkey Profitable Semi-Absentee Med Spa
Los Angeles County, CA
$900,000
SBA Loan Pre-Approved – Long-Established – Bar/Restaurant
San Luis Obispo County, CA
$1,150,000
HOT & Profitable HVAC Service Business – Bay Area
Contra Costa County, CA
$800,000
Established Window Tinting & Treatment Business with Strong Reputation
San Diego County, CA
$979,723
Established Septic Company for sale
Murrieta, CA
$180,000
Lawn and Garden Equipment Sales and Service with Real Estate Available
Riverside County, CA
$549,500
Established Restaurant & Bar, Patio, Long Term lease
Costa Mesa, CA
$349,000
10 FedEx Ground Routes - Riverside (Rialto), CA - Seller Financing
Riverside, CA
$950,000
22 FedEx Ground Routes - Ventura, CA - Vehicle Financing
Ventura, CA
$2,550,000
11 FedEx Ground Routes - Ventura, CA - Vehicle Financing
Ventura, CA
$1,300,000
21 FedEx Ground Routes - San Diego, CA - Seller Financing
San Diego, CA
$2,600,000
$1 for a Fully Automated Real Estate Investing Business!!
10 FedEx Ground Routes - San Diego, CA - Seller Financing
San Diego, CA
$1,300,000
Boba, Smoothies & Coffee Shop-PRICE REDUCED
Carson, CA
$80,000
Timothy Haves
Petroleum Realty Group ®
Serving Orange County, CA
The Petroleum Realty Group ® specializes in the sale and purchase of gas stations and convenience stores and has quickly risen to become the premier Gas Station, Car wash and alternative fuel advisor in California. Born out of the Corporate services world, the Petroleum Realty Group was formed to provide professional advice to an industry sector that has hitherto suffered from inconsistencies and mistrust. Buying or selling a Gas Station and Car Wash is no different from any other large capital transaction. Our clients are seeking an industry expert who not only knows the intricacies of the business but who can guild them through the financial implications and legal ramifications associated Gas Stations and Car Washes. With over a billion dollars of transactions over the past 10 years our success speaks for itself. We have eliminated the guess work from buying or selling gas stations and car washes by keeping and maintaining an extensive database of owners and operators in California. Every transaction is recorded and used to aid our evaluation process. If you are looking for Gas Station for Sale in California or through out the states please call us or bisit our web site WWW.Petroleumrealtygroup.com Membership to the group is limited to those Brokers who are 100% devoted to the Gas Station business, have experience in both fuel distribution and marketing and have the ability to analyze complicated financial and environmental documentation.
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"Excellent Mobil Gas Station with Starbucks & Subway as your Tenants"
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Kettleman City, CA
$7,800,000
Established Flooring and Carpet Business For Sale
Yucca Valley, CA
$200,000
Pine House Cafe & Tavern!
Mount Laguna, CA
$249,000
Carpinteria Restaurant in Prime Location
Carpinteria, CA
$499,000
5 FedEx Linehaul Routes - Rialto, CA - Highly Profitable
Rialto, CA
$2,800,000
12 FedEx Ground Routes - Bell, CA - Highly Profitable
Bell, CA
$2,895,000
8 FedEx Linehaul Routes - Ventura, CA - Highly Profitable
Ventura, CA
$995,000
Rancho Santa Fe Pool Service Route for Sale
San Diego County, CA
$56,250
Well Established and Highly Profitable Toy Import and Wholesale Biz
Los Angeles County, CA
$2,560,000
Fully Equipped 3,600 SF Asian Restaurant – 147 Seats, $880K+ Revenue
San Joaquin County, CA
$99,000
20k reviews 4.7 on Amazon PET PRODUCT
San Rafael, CA
$85,000
Hand Car Wash Orange County
Orange County, CA
$1,700,000
Express Car Wash Orange County
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Orange County, CA
$11,000,000
Santa Maria CPA Firm for Sale
Santa Maria, CA
$695,000
Remodeled Korean BBQ Restaurant for Sale
Livermore, CA
$1,198,000
Market / B&W –Low Rent, Short Hours, Asking $60K, Retire.
Rosemead, CA
$59,000
Conv. Store with Beer & Wine License - San Jose
San Jose, CA
$199,000
Quick Serve Restaurant - Keep Concept or Bring your Own
Yorba Linda, CA
$195,000
Dog Daycare & Overnight Boarding & Grooming Center--Indoor/Outdoor
San Mateo County, CA
$499,000
Fast Sale! Fast Growing Hot Chicken Restaurant, San Luis Obispo, CA
San Luis Obispo, CA
$75,000
Highly Successful Established Restaurant in Wildomar
Wildomar, CA
$900,000
Established Smoke Shop for Sale – Winnetka, CA
Winnetka, CA
$135,000
Dog Grooming and Daycare Store in Palmdale
Palmdale, CA
$97,500
12 FedEx Ground Routes - Santa Fe Springs, CA - Highly Profitable
Santa Fe Springs, CA
$1,250,000
10 FedEx Ground Routes - Fairfield, CA - Highly Profitable
Fairfield, CA
$1,375,000
10 FedEx Ground Routes - San Leandro, CA - Seller Financing
San Leandro, CA
$1,000,000
1 FedEx Linehaul Route - Tracy, CA - Highly Profitable
Tracy, CA
$250,000
Esoteric Digital Products Business | Established Team | < 1x Multiple
California
$300,000
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First American Brokers
Serving Placer County, CA
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Home Health Care Agency -$225-250k/mo NET INCOME *** UNDER CONTRACT***
Arcadia, CA
$12,000,000
Profitable Bicycle Shop – Est. 1975
Sacramento County, CA
$595,000
Tire Shop on Main street! Service Center located between 7 body shops
North Hollywood, CA
$135,000
Franchised Liquor & Conv. Store - Tracy
Tracy, CA
$275,000
Profitable Korean Shaved Ice Dessert Shop – PRICE REDUCED
Arcadia, CA
$195,000
Established & Much Loved Pet Sitting Service!
San Diego, CA
$79,900
A Thriving, Modern Hair Salon – Turnkey
California
$99,000
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.
