Los Angeles County, CA
$1,500,000
Businesses For Sale in California
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Profitable HVAC Company in Southern California with Strong Client Base
Custom Doors, Moldings, Pergolas Business For Sale !!!
Sun Valley, CA
$199,000
Profitable Established Clothing Store
Santa Ana, CA
$285,000
Papa Johns (2) Units - Profitable & TurnKey, New Signage & Equipment
Bakersfield, CA
$409,000
Profitable Liquor Store for Sale – Prime High-Traffic Location
San Jose, CA
$298,000
Chinese fast food restaurant for sale in Sacramento Natomas
Sacramento, CA
$168,000
Asian Vietnamese restaurant for sale in Rocklin near Costco
Rocklin, CA
$168,000
Vending Machines Business: High Net Profits For Sale
San Diego, CA
$147,500
College Avenue, Upgraded Cafe for Sale! Below Market Lease Will Transf
Berkeley, CA
$129,000
Turnkey Restaurant for Sale in the Heart of San Jose!
San Jose, CA
$188,000
Expert Print & Direct Mail Solutions Provider
California
Cash Flow: $176,000
Established Immigration Law Firm for Sale – Strong Reputation & Growth
Sacramento, CA
$900,000
Established Auto Service Franchise
Santa Clara County, CA
$260,000
Established Auto Service Franchise
Contra Costa County, CA
$195,000
Established Auto Service Franchise
Santa Clara County, CA
$275,000
Franchise Auto Repair Shop - Established
Santa Clara County, CA
$60,000
Jeff Linda Nyman
First Choice Business Brokers
Serving Orange County, CA
Since 1994 First Choice Business Brokers Las Vegas has created successful Business Sale Transactions by: - A consultive approach with both Buyer and Seller from valuation through transfer of ownership, always creating a win-win outcome. - Negotiating between Buyer and Seller by keeping their end goal in mind which is a smooth transition of ownership with terms that are acceptable to both. - Facilitating the sale by being a conduit of information between Buyer and Seller. - Navigating the process between Buyer, Seller, Closing Entity and Lenders. We listen, apply our knowledge, and prioritize your needs. From inquiry to close we are committed to confidentially serving our clients. If you're looking to buy or sell a business, don't settle for anything less than our professional, experienced business intermediaries. Business owners, when it is time to reap the rewards of your years of hard work, plan to enhance your business' value with effective pre-sale planning , market positioning and optimized deal structure. Your approach to selling your business will determine your legacy. Our passionate team of professionals and our comprehensive processes will get the job done.
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Established Bath and Kitchen remodeler for sale
Santa Clara County, CA
$425,000
25+ y/o SF Bay Area Event Production Company
Santa Clara County, CA
$735,000
European Designer Fashion Boutique - $400k SDE
Santa Clara County, CA
$750,000
Real Estate Staging Services
Alameda County, CA
$100,000
Turn-Key Mail Box Center - Premier Location
Alameda County, CA
$106,000
Established Child Care Center & Real Estate for Sale
Sacramento County, CA
$110,000
$1.6 Million Revenue Medical Spa in Los Angeles County, California
Los Angeles, CA
$1,800,000
Profitable Automotive Accessory Franchise Resell
Mountain View, CA
$115,000
Sandwiches BBQ fast food - Non Franz. Can Change Menu. In LA County.
Los Angeles County, CA
$59,000
Profitable Automotive Accessory Franchise Resell
Agoura Hills, CA
$750,000
Property Damage/Restoration Company - Brooklyn
Brooklyn, CA
$525,000
Paint & Sip Art Studio with ABC Type 42 License
California
$200,000
Popular Cafe & Boba Destination - Steps from the Beach
Pismo Beach, CA
$249,000
Hair Salon with 8 Individual Stations in Monterey
Monterey, CA
$85,000
Liquor Store Available in Monterey County
Monterey County, CA
$235,000
Del Taco - CA
Tulare County, CA
$75,000
MOTIVATED SELLER! Restaurant for Sale in Prime Newark Location!
Newark, CA
$158,000
Market Sushi
Pasadena, CA
$70,000
Profitable Tailor Shop | 35+ Years in Business
Los Angeles County, CA
$55,000
Truck Brake Distributor
California
$450,000
Dry Cleaners Agency Great Location Est. 14Years
Los Angeles County, CA
$120,000
Dry Cleaners Retail, Wholesale, & Alterations
Los Angeles County, CA
$70,000
Cocktail bar w/food, very nice!
Redlands, CA
$375,000
Profitable Sushi Restaurant for Sale
Los Angeles County, CA
$168,000
Established Home Improvement & maintenance -Ready for New Owner
Santa Clara County, CA
$120,000
Turnkey Mail & Shipping Center in Prime Retail Location
Escondido, CA
$170,000
Profitable French Catering Business Ready for New Ownership
San Francisco County, CA
$198,000
Dumpster/Junk Hauling business
Bakersfield, CA
$231,000
Robert Kale
Business Exits Inc.
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
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Absentee run boba tea shop for sale in Roseville
Roseville, CA
$138,000
Super Food Cafe - Santa Clara
Santa Clara, CA
$149,000
Indian, Mediterranean, British Market
Cathedral City, CA
$275,000
Residential and Commercial Glass and Mirror Services
Orange County, CA
$265,000
BBQ CHICKEN Franchise - Walnut
Los Angeles County, CA
$585,000
Non Emergency Medical Transportation For Sale
Van Nuys, CA
$210,000
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.
