Arcadia, CA
$12,000,000
Arcadia, CA
$12,000,000

San Bernardino County, CA
$175,000

North Hollywood, CA
$114,000

California
$99,000
South San Francisco, CA
$220,000
Santa Clara County, CA
$290,000
Long Beach, CA
$1,200,000
Contra Costa County, CA
$750,000
Livermore, CA
$349,000
Diamond Bar, CA
$180,000
Los Angeles, CA
$449,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Beaumont, CA
$3,000,000
Alameda County, CA
Not Disclosed
Alameda County, CA
Not Disclosed
Alameda, CA
$499,000
Rowland Heights, CA
$259,000
Timothy Haves
Petroleum Realty Group ®
Serving Orange County, CA
The Petroleum Realty Group ® specializes in the sale and purchase of gas stations and convenience stores and has quickly risen to become the premier Gas Station, Car wash and alternative fuel advisor in California. Born out of the Corporate services world, the Petroleum Realty Group was formed to provide professional advice to an industry sector that has hitherto suffered from inconsistencies and mistrust. Buying or selling a Gas Station and Car Wash is no different from any other large capital transaction. Our clients are seeking an industry expert who not only knows the intricacies of the business but who can guild them through the financial implications and legal ramifications associated Gas Stations and Car Washes. With over a billion dollars of transactions over the past 10 years our success speaks for itself. We have eliminated the guess work from buying or selling gas stations and car washes by keeping and maintaining an extensive database of owners and operators in California. Every transaction is recorded and used to aid our evaluation process. If you are looking for Gas Station for Sale in California or through out the states please call us or bisit our web site WWW.Petroleumrealtygroup.com Membership to the group is limited to those Brokers who are 100% devoted to the Gas Station business, have experience in both fuel distribution and marketing and have the ability to analyze complicated financial and environmental documentation.
Los Angeles County, CA
$999,990
Bell Gardens, CA
$938,809
Los Angeles County, CA
$249,000
Kingsburg, CA
$150,000
Buena Park, CA
$949,000
California
$225,000
Folsom, CA
$200,000
Naval Base Ventura County, CA
$920,000
Studio City, CA
$50,000
Los Angeles, CA
$225,000
San Diego County, CA
$875,000
Orange County, CA
$325,000
Temecula, CA
$1,200,000
Contra Costa County, CA
$120,000
San Luis Obispo County, CA
$275,000
Los Angeles County, CA
$749,900
Glendale, CA
$300,000
San Bernardino, CA
$375,000
Riverside, CA
$445,000
La Mirada, CA
$120,000
San Jose, CA
$225,000
Anaheim, CA
$2,400,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Los Angeles County, CA
$3,295,000
Redwood City, CA
$150,000
San Bernardino, CA
$400,000
San Luis Obispo County, CA
$420,260
Culver City, CA
$199,000
San Bernardino, CA
$75,000
Mike Mahon
Titan Business Advisors
Serving Orange County, CA
Titan Business Advisors shines as a nationally recognized leader in Business Brokerage and Entrepreneurial Growth Advisors, dedicated to guiding businesses from $1 million to $250 million in revenue across diverse industries. The company's strength lies in leveraging proven proprietary systems and abundant resources to drive exponential scalable success for clients in purchasing businesses, selling businesses, and growing businesses. Titan Business Advisors understands the unique challenges businesses face at every stage of growth, as well as potential exit strategies. With the wealth of experienced certified Advisors throughout the nation, the Titan Business Advisors Network maintains the necessary tools and resources to customize specific prescription strategies tailored to each client's specific needs and goals. Titan Business Advisors has become recognized as "Where Business Grows" by leading business owners, family fund managers, and private equity managers across a multitude of communities and industries. Leveraging tools such as capital raisings, cost segregation, R@D tax credits, credit card processing, and other supporting services, Titan Business Advisors services clients before, during, and after many transactions in becoming a long term resource to it's clientele. Titan Business Advisors equip business owners with the resources they need to thrive in today's competitive landscape, and maximize their equity in the business when considering their exit strategies. Disclaimer: The Titan Business Advisors Inc. DBA Titan Business Advisors is a licensed business brokerage in CA. DRE #02225176. No officer, contractor, or affiliate of The Titan Business Advisors Inc., DBA Titan Business Advisors is authorized to give legal or tax advice. If you need legal or tax advice consult an attorney or tax preparer.
San Leandro, CA
$200,000
Murrieta, CA
$365,000
Moreno Valley, CA
$275,600
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Oroville, CA
$450,000
California
Not Disclosed
Sacramento County, CA
$165,985
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 |
|
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. |
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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:
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.