San Bernardino County, CA
$2,600,000
Businesses in California For Sale
Local Info
Well Established Adult Day Health Care - 150 Capacity
Vietnamese Food Restaurant
Vallejo, CA
$100,000
Priced to Sell!! Independent Burger Restaurant in Fresno County
Fresno County, CA
$95,000
Inner Sunset Small-Format Restaurant For Sale
San Francisco, CA
$165,000
Long Established Breakfast/Lunch Restaurant, 1,600 sq ft with Patio, l
Stanislaus County, CA
$345,000
Own a Fast-Growing Chocolate Franchise
Sacramento County, CA
$650,000
Own a Fast-Growing Chocolate Franchise
Sacramento County, CA
$650,000
Profitable Coastal Retail Opportunity | High Net for Owner-Operator
San Diego, CA
$180,000
Acupuncture Clinic for Sale
Artesia, CA
$49,000
Coin Laundry Business
San Diego County, CA
$625,000
FranchiseFurry Land Mobile Pet Grooming
Available in California
$150,000
North San Diego County CPA Firm for Sale
San Diego County, CA
$750,000
Profitable Youth Fundraising Franchise Recession-Resistant Opportunity
Tulare County, CA
$500,000
49 Beds Senior Board & Care with R.E.-Prime Northern California City
$13,000,000
El Dorado Hills, CA
Asian Restaurant - Mission Viejo
Mission Viejo, CA
$59,000
San Clemente - Asian restaurant on Avenida Del Mar
San Clemente, CA
$195,000
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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Silver Lake / Los Feliz Area - PHO Vietnamese Restaurant
Los Angeles, CA
$95,000
Coffee Shop & Bakery for Sale – Newport Beach
Newport Beach, CA
$340,000
The Crown Jewel of RCFEs: Turnkey Luxury & Award-Winning Grounds
Arroyo Grande, CA
$2,225,000
South Orange County - Persian / Mediterranean with Bear & Wine
Orange County, CA
$250,000
Chocolate Bash Franchise - Motivated Seller
Canoga Park, CA
$95,000
FranchiseAllegra Marketing Print Mail
Available Nationwide
$100,000
Profitable Art School in Orange County | Turnkey & Growing
Orange County, CA
$1,599,999
South Orange County- Asian Fusion Restaurant with Beer & Wine for Sale
Orange County, CA
$110,000
Vapes Get Banned,We Get Sales|86% Share|83% Margins|eCommerce
$1,375,000
Irvine, CA
Pizzeria with Beer & Wine - South Orange County
Mission Viejo, CA
$98,000
South Orange County - Mexican Restaurant with Beer & Wine
Orange County, CA
$70,000
For Sale: Carpet Cleaning Franchise (2 So-Cal locations)
Los Angeles County, CA
$75,000
Established Salon — 30+ Yr San Pedro Location — Retiring Sellers
Los Angeles County, CA
$90,000
"#1 Google-Ranked Gun Shop in Visalia - Fully Turn-Key Opportunity"
Tulare County, CA
$324,999
Busy established plumbing company Malibu
Malibu, CA
$250,000
"Thriving Test Prep & Tutoring Business for Sale – 18 Years of Success
Pasadena, CA
$265,000
FranchisePlumbingPro
Available in California
$100,000
Northern California Dry Cleaner w/Wash & Fold!
Contra Costa County, CA
$550,000
Established Cleaning Plant for Sale
Long Beach, CA
$210,000
Industrial & Automation Equipment Manufacturer
$2,600,000
Riverside County, CA
Own a High-End Specialty Landscape Maintenance & Consulting Business
West Los Angeles, CA
$430,000
Beautiful and Profitable Captive Insurance Agency fully Staffed
Sutter County, CA
$1,600,000
Franchise911 Restoration
Available Nationwide
$100,000
Contemporary salon , natural light,Excellent for a stylist
Glendale, CA
$65,000
Rare chance to own part of the next major Christian tech disruptor!
Alameda County, CA
$1,000,000
Ocean Beach Restaurant For Sale w/ Beer & Wine License
San Diego, CA
$189,000
Drive Into Profits — Own a Golf Cart Business
Sacramento County, CA
$1,100,000
Classic Willow Glen Barbershop | Loyal Clientele | Growth Potential
San Jose, CA
$45,000
Moh Baugheri
California Mergers and Acquisitions
Serving Orange County, CA
Transworld Business Advisors is a world leader in the marketing and sale of businesses, franchises, and commercial real estate. Transworld offers professional services that brings buyers and sellers together whether you represent an acquisition minded corporation or are personally interested in owning your own company. We serve all business owners in Southern CA with offices in San Berbardino County, Orange County, and San Diego County.
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Dental office Potential to do $1,600,000 gross income
Contra Costa County, CA
$175,000
Tile, quartz, cabinet Showroom
Orange County, CA
$160,000
$4M Revenue- Iconic Waterfront Dining Destination- Legacy Lease
$2,395,000
Monterey, CA
Gas station with C-store | Pumping 25000 Gallons per month
Sonoma County, CA
$500,000
Market Sushi
Long Beach, CA
$55,000
FranchiseAssisting Hands Home Care
Available in California
$150,000
Turnkey Profitable Homeschool Farm-Based Outdoor Education Program
Ventura County, CA
$35,000
Paths to Spicy
Temple City, CA
$200,000
$1.5M Annual Profit Digital Marketing Firm | 11-Year Track Record | 10
San Bernardino County, CA
$6,250,000
Juice Bar - Prime Mall Loc. Avg. Sales $223K, Net $64K, Asking $159K
Orange, CA
$159,000
13 FedEx Ground Routes, Santa Rosa (Windsor) CA
Windsor, CA
$1,100,000
10 FedEx Ground Routes, Tracy CA
Tracy, CA
$990,000
Upscale Beauty Salon So OC 22 Rental Stations, plus all other services
Orange County, CA
$1,250,000
Home Health with Regional Center Contract
Los Angeles, CA
$375,000
Teriyaki Restaurant - Lawndale
Lawndale, CA
$470,000
FranchisePet Evolution
Available Nationwide
$175,000
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.
