California
Businesses For Sale in California
Local Info
Structural Steel Fabrication Company with Real Estate in SoCal
Well-established [2004] and profitable Pharmacy in Huntington Park
Huntington Park, CA
$283,000
Well Established and Very Profitable Pharmacy in Riverside County
Corona, CA
$3,195,688
Fantastic Orange County Growth Opportunity!
Orange County, CA
$499,000
Yarn Business
Los Angeles County, CA
$70,000
Specialty Chocolates and Confectionaries
Santa Barbara County, CA
$135,000
American Deli Franchise - South Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA
$650,000
7,500sf Chinese Well-Known Restaurant w/5 Private Rooms in SGV
Los Angeles County, CA
$550,000
American Style BBQ & Grill
Pacoima, CA
$129,000
Vegan Chinese restaurant + Type 47 license sale in Downtown Sacramento
Sacramento, CA
$180,000
Established Cleaners with Loyal Customers
Los Angeles, CA
$179,000
Award-Winning Hair Extension Salon – Zero Competition
San Jose, CA
$425,000
Tox Lab in OC, with Good Equipment and In-network Contracts
Newport Beach, CA
$450,000
A Chinese restaurant in a busy shopping center
Alamo, CA
$118,000
Full Service Restaurant and Bar - Standout Food and Craft Cocktails!
California
$1,570,000
Chinese restaurant with a good rent
Santa Clara, CA
$160,000
Robert Hughes
Hughes Properties Inc.
Serving Riverside County, CA
For more than 20 years Hughes Properties has operated as a full-service, Business Opportunity focused organization in the Palm Springs area. We are much more than a sales force. We are consensus-oriented in that a buyer and seller must reach their optimum deal; one that is fair to both parties. A satisfying Win-Win situation for all. We work diligently with Sellers to determine the top dollar value of their business. The valuation has to reflect numerous key factors while dialing in the personalized variables of how each business is run. Over the years we have learned the truest fair value is calculated by looking closely at the Seller‘s Cash Flow to determine the Profit model for that particular business. From Day One Hughes Properties has blown past borders marketing all business listings on a global scale. We have always recognized the Palm Springs area as having it’s own particular brand of world wide recognition and appeal. As such, we advertise our business listings globally and work hard to provide service around the clock. We take pride in the number of E2 Visas we have had approved for buyers who hail from Canada, France, Switzerland, Portugal, England, Peru, along with so many other countries. Through our experience in getting these E2 Visas approved, we are able to successfully sell someone’s business thereby allowing them to write their next chapter, while a new family gains the opportunity to live the American dream of running their own business. Many times Sellers are ready to move on to an exciting new venture, or perhaps they’re ready to retire, maybe move closer to family. Wherever you are in life, whatever your goals, we’re here to help you sell the business you have built over the years and move on, while for others we stand ready to find you the ideal opportunity to be your own boss and move up.
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Established Childcare Center – Growth Opportunity
Sacramento County, CA
$110,000
Well Established Auto Shop w/Property & Single Family Residence
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Auberry, CA
$1,250,000
Manufacturer / Installer of Toilet Partitions (RE Available)
Orange County, CA
$12,000,000
Specialty Bread Manufacturer – Over Four Decades of Success!
California
$6,000,000
Pizzeria - Italian Restaurant
San Diego, CA
$265,000
Absentee run Japanese restaurant for sale in San Leandro
San Leandro, CA
$100,000
Ice Cream -franchise in Palm Springs
Palm Springs, CA
$320,000
Pretty in Pomona
Pomona, CA
$247,000
7-Eleven in Apple Valley
Apple Valley, CA
$550,000
7-Eleven in Huntington Park
Huntington Park, CA
$235,000
Asian restaurant for sale in Concord plaza with parking
Concord, CA
$200,000
Remodeled Chinese restaurant for sale in Fremont plaza
Fremont, CA
$250,000
1,493 Sq.Ft. QS Restaurant in Hollywood
Los Angeles, CA
$110,000
Cash cow Asian restaurant for sale in Palo Alto
Palo Alto, CA
$186,000
Disrupt An Industry & Transform Homes, One Floor at a Time!
Sacramento, CA
$250,000
Disrupt An Industry & Transform Homes, One Floor at a Time!
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
$480,000
Brewery with Bar, Restaurant and Beer Garden – Exudes Ambiance!
Los Angeles, CA
$200,000
Downtown Los Angeles Bar & Lounge – Unique East Coast Ambiance!
Los Angeles, CA
$125,000
Award Winning Established Design-Build Firm with Strong Client Base
Contra Costa County, CA
$995,000
Oggi’s Sports | Pizza | Brewhouse with Full Liquor License!
San Diego, CA
$295,000
Orange County Coworking Space For Sale
Irvine, CA
$75,000
15-Year-Old Food Blog | 1,500+ Posts | Multiple Income Streams
California
$565,000
Mail Box Rental and Shipping Center
Palmdale, CA
$155,000
Mail Box Rental & shipping
Los Angeles, CA
$220,000
Raise Funds & Spirits In Your Community - Leadership & Fitness
San Francisco, CA
$200,000
Property Management-Residential & Comm. Clientele-San Gabriel Valley
Los Angeles County, CA
$420,000
B2B Wholesale Automotive Parts Distributor
Concord, CA
$500,000
Sushi Restaurant - Type 41 - Ventura
Ventura, CA
$580,000
Karim Karmaly
Century Real Estate and Finance Inc.
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
The last few years have seen the market bounce back sharply as home prices hover at or near their all time highs. The pull back of 2007-08 which saw prices fall up to 50% seems to have been forgotten and it has again become a seller’s market. It is still a good environment to buy though. Interest rates remain low and if you know where to look, there are plenty of opportunities to buy your dream business, investment, buy, sell, refinance and home.
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Turnkey Established Design-Build Contractor
California
$995,000
Rare Opportunity for a Boutique in Marin County
Marin County, CA
$250,000
Turnkey Auto Body Paint Supply Business
San Mateo County, CA
$849,000
Chiropractic Practice for Sale in South Bay San Diego CA, Area
San Diego County, CA
Cash Flow: $500,285
Some locations sell food. This one sells Dreams
San Mateo County, CA
$750,000
Custom Cabinet Supplier For Sale
San Francisco County, CA
$250,000
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.
