Contra Costa County, CA
$329,000
Businesses For Sale in California
Local Info
Turn Key 9000 sqft w 270 seats Restaurant And Banquet Hall
Profitable Teleprompting Business Ready for New Ownership!
San Mateo County, CA
$800,000
Fresh Price - Same Prime Location! Iconic Bar/RE by the Beach for Sale
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Huntington Beach, CA
$3,250,000
Well-established [1999] Retail Pharmacy, located in the Downey/Norwalk
Downey, CA
$215,000
Established Hong Kong styke restaurant for sale in SF Outer Richmond
San Francisco, CA
$195,000
MultiUnit Mountain Mike's Pizzas in San Diego County
San Diego County, CA
$385,000
Established Asphalt Contractor
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
California
Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $353,399
Mixed Use Industrial or Gas Station with Property in Caruthers,CA
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Caruthers, CA
$699,000
Grocery Store with ABC Type 20 in Huntington Park
Huntington Park, CA
$295,000
Japanese sushi and ramen restaurant for sale in San Mateo
San Mateo, CA
$238,000
Dry Cleaner Plant in Newport Beach
Newport Beach, CA
$425,000
Bicycle Sales & Service – 49 Years in Business
Yolo County, CA
$595,000
Bagel Shop
Sacramento County, CA
$125,000
Muffler And Auto Repair Shop Established 27 Years
San Diego County, CA
$139,000
Bike & Repair Shop
California
$524,999
Baja Fresh Franchise for Sale – Seal Beach, CA
Seal Beach, CA
$115,000
Annie Adjchavanich
Secret HQ, Inc.
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
Secret HQ, Inc is boutique California real estate brokerage specializing in second generation restaurant and bar business opportunities (ABC Type 41, 47, 48). Pizza, donut/dessert, bakery, ice cream, coffee, juice, boba and cafe spaces are our specialty. Beauty, wellness, nail salons, hair salons, spa businesses.
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Premier outpatient Holistic Mental Health and Addiction Treatment bus.
Oak Park, CA
$7,000,000
Profitable, Well-Established Tree Service Company
California
$2,750,000
Seafood Restaurant - High Volume, Help Run
Orange County, CA
$569,000
SBA Approved Niche TI Construction & Maintenance
Alameda County, CA
$9,000,000
Sinclair Gas Station with special financing terms available
Hesperia, CA
$1,299,000
Great Salon with almost 1 Million in Equipment and Lease Improvements!
San Jose, CA
$299,000
Mexican Fast Food Restaurant in Glendale
Glendale, CA
$67,000
Hospitality Design & Procurement w/Burgeoning Client Base & Activity
Huntington Beach, CA
$3,000,000
Seafood Rest, High Vol. & Net, Help Run, Type 41, Sba.
Brea, CA
$599,000
Special Events Company with Stellar Reputation
Irvine, CA
$4,500,000
Profitable Smoke Shop for Sale - Prime Location & Loyal Customer Base
Merced, CA
$225,000
Fitness Facility
Orange County, CA
$315,000
Beer Wine & Conv. Store (Ukiah)
Ukiah, CA
$150,000
High profit margin jewelry and repair shop
Alameda County, CA
$49,900
Semi Absentee Owner Pizza Restaurant - Seller Financing
Sacramento County, CA
$249,000
Gas Station w/ Property
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Alameda County, CA
$3,500,000
Great Grocery Produce & Meat Market & Mini Restaurant/20 Abc Off Sale
Jurupa Valley, CA
$1,250,000
Established, Thriving Pilates Studio in Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA
$499,000
Liquor Store $150,000 Net Profit
San Francisco County, CA
$499,000
Set your sights on Sylmar.
Sylmar, CA
$450,000
Laundromat in San Gabriel Valley Area
Los Angeles County, CA
$468,000
NEW REDUCED PRICE: Turn-Key Mail Box Center - Premier Location
Alameda County, CA
$106,000
Great Taste Of Mexican Tequila Distribution And Wholesale For Sale
Rialto, CA
$860,000
Successful Nail Salon
San Jose, CA
$69,900
Established Eye Lash Salon with Newer Equip. in Rancho Bernardo
San Diego County, CA
$85,000
Mobil Gas Station and Shop Business only
Los Angeles, CA
$999,000
Pizza Restaurant
El Dorado County, CA
$150,000
Pair Of established taco shops
Chula Vista, CA
$850,000
Jeff Similien
Green Life Business Group
Serving San Diego County, CA
We are committed to enhancing the public’s perception of Realtors/Brokers within the Cannabis Industry through continuous education, fully developing our talents, and embracing challenges. Our unwavering dedication to transparency, ethical business practices, and continuous improvement has not only helped us maintain our status as industry leaders but has also positioned us for further growth and recognition. Drew Mathews is the founder of the Nation’s Largest Cannabis Business Brokerage, with Green Life Business being awarded the 2023 Best Business Matchmaker Award at the prestigious Benzinga Cannabis Awards. At Green Life Business Group, Inc., we’re not just about closing deals; we’re about fostering growth, promoting integrity, and leading by example in the Cannabis Industry. Join us as we continue to pave the way forward, shaping the future of cannabis business transactions with expertise, trust, and unmatched dedication.
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Auto Repair Shop
Santa Clara County, CA
$350,000
Established Auto Repair Shop
South Gate, CA
$149,000
Dry Cleaning Agency & Alterations Est 21 Yrs
Los Angeles County, CA
$160,000
Turnkey Shabu-Shabu Restaurant in Prime Sacramento Location
Sacramento, CA
$225,000
Family owned sushi restaurant for sale in SF Russian Hill
San Francisco, CA
$120,000
Semi Absentee Passive Business Model Salon Suites,
Anaheim, CA
$850,000
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.
