Ventura, CA
$1,300,000
Businesses For Sale in California
Local Info
11 FedEx Ground Routes - Ventura, CA - Vehicle Financing
Boba, Smoothies & Coffee Shop-PRICE REDUCED
Carson, CA
$69,000
"Excellent Mobil Gas Station with Starbucks & Subway as your Tenants"
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Kettleman City, CA
$7,800,000
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
Well Established and Highly Profitable Toy Import and Wholesale Biz
Los Angeles County, CA
$2,950,000
Fully Equipped 3,600 SF Asian Restaurant – 147 Seats, $880K+ Revenue
San Joaquin County, CA
$99,000
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
Rest Recovery Wellness (Ice Bath / Cold Plunge and Sauna Company)
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
Edward Fixen, Certified Business Broker
BusinessQuest Brokers, Inc.
Serving San Bernardino County, CA
Since 2006 BusinessQuest has specialized in representing sellers of privately-held, small and medium sized businesses with annual sales ranging from $500,000 up to $30 million. BusinessQuest is a full service business appraisal and business brokerage firm. Over the years we have sold over 150 businesses and valued another 200 businesses and developed expertise in the manufacturing, wholesale/distribution, business services, e-commerce, personal services, retail, food service, healthcare, and transportation & logistics industries. We are unique in that we are both Certified Business Appraisers and Certified Business Brokers, a distinction very few of our peers hold. We have two offices located in Los Angeles County and the Inland Empire to serve all of Southern California. Our staff consist of three (3) Certified Business Brokers, three (3) other experienced business brokers, one Certified Business Appraiser and one Certified Valuation Analyst. In addition to our business brokerage and M&A advisory expertise, we specialize in preparing business valuations and certified appraisals ranging from less costly opinion of value reports to comprehensive certified appraisals meeting the professional standards of the National Association of Certified Valuators & Analysts (NACVA).
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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
Fast Sale! Fast Growing Hot Chicken Restaurant, San Luis Obispo, CA
San Luis Obispo, CA
$75,000
Dog Grooming and Daycare Store in Palmdale
Palmdale, CA
$49,500
12 FedEx Ground Routes - Santa Fe Springs, CA - Highly Profitable
Santa Fe Springs, CA
$1,250,000
Esoteric Digital Products Business | Established Team | < 1x Multiple
California
$300,000
Home Health Care Agency -$225-250k/mo NET INCOME *** UNDER CONTRACT***
Arcadia, CA
$12,000,000
Dental Practice For Sale, San Bernardino County, CA!
San Bernardino County, CA
$175,000
Profitable Cabinet Dealership – $250k+ Potential, No Royalties
Tire Shop on Main street! Service Center located between 7 body shops
North Hollywood, CA
$114,000
Profitable Korean Shaved Ice Dessert Shop – PRICE REDUCED
Arcadia, CA
$195,000
A Thriving, Modern Hair Salon – Turnkey
California
$99,000
A Thriving, Modern Hair Salon – Turnkey
California
$99,000
Papa Johns Pizza - Profitable -Great Location - Very Low Rents
Los Angeles, CA
$199,000
Premier Waterfront Seafood Restaurant Opportunity
Santa Cruz, CA
$350,000
Asian hot pot restaurant for sale in South San Francisco
South San Francisco, CA
$220,000
Great Price Allstate Agency 10 year Location
Santa Clara County, CA
$290,000
Have it all in Long Beach
Long Beach, CA
$1,200,000
Highly Profitable Law Firm in Contra Costa County
Contra Costa County, CA
$750,000
Truck Driving School - Driving Academy - $500K in Sales Guaranteed
Long Term Residential HVAC Company serving Napa Valley
California
$4,200,000
Reduced $30K! Motivated Seller!-High Revenue Store!
Los Angeles, CA
$360,000
Remote Absentee National Sales Training Company
California
$1,600,000
Well Established and Highly Profitable Auto Repair Shop in Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA
$249,500
Dry Cleaners for sale in Livermore, CA
Livermore, CA
$349,000
Multi-Location Metal Stamping & Fabrication Manufacturer
California
$750,000
Thriving San Jose Downtown Diner Near University
San Jose, CA
$225,000
El Pollo Loco - Great for Owner-Operator
San Bernardino County, CA
$800,000
Lisa Manifold
The Agency
Serving Orange County, CA
Our mission is to be the guiding force in facilitating seamless business transactions, specializing in the sale and acquisition of enterprises. We are dedicated to empowering individuals and organizations as they navigate the intricate landscape of buying and selling businesses. Our commitment extends beyond traditional brokerage services, encompassing a comprehensive suite of management, business, and tech solutions to ensure our clients not only achieve their transactional goals but also thrive in the ever-evolving business environment.
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Nationally Recognized Fast Food Franchise – Seller Finance
Diamond Bar, CA
$180,000
Profitable Licensed Preschool (131-Lic.) w/ Long-Term Ground Lease.
Whittier, CA
$1,980,000
Profitable Wholesale Fashion Accessories & Cosmetics Store
Los Angeles, CA
$2,600,000
Deli Cafe with a beer & wine license
Los Gatos, CA
$219,000
Now Available, Owner Very Motivated!
Redondo Beach, CA
$45,000
Well Established Profitable Machine Shop in Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA
$449,000
Highly Profitable Legal Support Services Business
Santa Rosa, CA
$95,000
Smog Test Shop - Ventura County
Ventura County, CA
$499,000
Well Established Party Rental Company in Greater Los Angeles
Los Angeles County, CA
$1,125,000
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.
