Orange County, CA
$900,000
Orange County, CA
$900,000
Orange County, CA
$2,100,000
San Marcos, CA
$120,000
San Diego, CA
$250,000
Livermore, CA
$1,017,900
San Francisco, CA
$170,000
Sonoma County, CA
$699,000
Glendale, CA
$98,500
San Mateo, CA
$325,000
California
Cash Flow: $475,000
Brea, CA
$235,000
California
$1,100,000
Los Angeles County, CA
$225,000
San Joaquin County, CA
$350,000
Agoura Hills, CA
$40,000
Modesto, CA
$995,000
SEAN LINCH
Paragon Acquisitions International
Serving San Diego County, CA
As a forward-thinking Business Brokerage headquartered in California, Paragon Business Brokers distinguishes itself through a depth of knowledge, astute insights, and a commitment to fostering successful transactions. https://www.paragonacquisitionsintl.com Our specialization is centered around CONFIDENTIAL BUSINESS SALES and MERGERS & ACQUISITIONS, both within the United States and across international markets. This focused approach equips our brokers with a nuanced understanding of the prevailing market dynamics, empowering them to provide tailored solutions that address the unique needs of sellers and buyers. At Paragon, we serve as a comprehensive resource for all your brokerage needs, providing you with the guidance and support essential for navigating the intricacies of the transaction process. Our team is comprised of dedicated professionals, each a full-time Business Broker or Agent with a wealth of expertise in the realm of CONFIDENTIAL BUSINESS SALES and MERGERS & ACQUISITIONS. Collaborating with a Paragon Broker means engaging with a seasoned professional who is well-versed in the nuances of both selling and buying procedures. Your journey with us is marked by a commitment to your objectives and a steadfast dedication to achieving a successful outcome. Choose Paragon for a partnership rooted in knowledge, integrity, and a genuine commitment to your success.
Monterey Park, CA
$29,500
California
$200,000
Los Angeles, CA
$250,000
San Bernardino County, CA
$750,000
San Diego County, CA
$175,000
Studio City, CA
$195,000
Encino, CA
$50,000
Kern County, CA
$4,999,000
California
$657,000
Los Angeles, CA
$1,500,000
Santa Clarita, CA
$275,000
San Bernardino, CA
$895,000
Fullerton, CA
$269,000
San Diego, CA
$99,999
Los Angeles County, CA
$1,100,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Orange, CA
Cash Flow: $1,751,419
Los Angeles, CA
$795,000
Nevada County, CA
$185,000
Oceanside, CA
$2,300,000
Albany, CA
$189,000
Los Angeles County, CA
$1,175,000
Los Angeles County, CA
$215,000
San Francisco, CA
$888,000
California
$270,000
Stanislaus County, CA
$315,000
Los Angeles County, CA
$465,000
Calaveras County, CA
$195,000
Long Beach, CA
$250,000
Patrick Totah
Restaurant Realty Company
Serving San Francisco County, CA
Restaurant Realty Company was founded by Steven D. Zimmerman in the San Francisco Bay Area in 1996. Since inception the company has developed into the largest California restaurant brokerage specializing in sales, acquisitions and leasing of restaurants, bars, nightclubs and related commercial buildings with local representation in the San Francisco Bay Area, Sacramento, Los Angeles, Orange County and San Diego markets. Restaurant Realty’s brokers and agents are well versed in conducting deals with independent restaurant owners, landlords, buyers, and lessees of businesses and real estate, as well as larger ownership groups and buyers of multi-unit operations, franchises and chains. Restaurant Realty’s current brokers and agents have had great success completing transactions with over 3,200 clients, selling/leasing over 1,600 restaurant, bar and/or nightclub businesses, nearly 75 related commercial buildings sold, representing over 3 Million square feet of commercial space leased and over 7,500 valuations completed.
Los Angeles, CA
$170,000
San Carlos, CA
$290,000
Alameda County, CA
$295,000
Orange County, CA
$950,000
San Diego County, CA
$650,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Copperopolis, CA
$5,750,000
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
Number of Businesses for Sale |
~5,500 |
Median Asking Price |
$360,000 |
Median Reported Revenue |
$630,000 |
Median Reported Earnings |
$150,000 |
Profit Margin |
23% |
Earnings Multiple |
2.5 |
Revenue Multiple |
0.6 |
Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings. |
Major Metro Areas
More than 80% of all businesses for sale in the state are in the following six metro areas:
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.
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.