Los Angeles County, CA
$500,000
Businesses in California For Sale
Local Info
Premier IV Hydration & Wellness Franchise Opportunity
Subway on Ventura Blvd!
Los Angeles, CA
$350,000
Long Term Residential HVAC Company serving Fresno County
Fresno County, CA
$800,000
Thai eatery for sale in San Ramon near near major anchor retail tenant
San Ramon, CA
$165,000
Premier Senior Living Opportunity in Ventura’s Finest Neighborhood
Ventura, CA
$1,500,000
Charming sushi restaurant for sale in Fair Oaks of Sacramento county
Fair Oaks, CA
$130,000
West LA Established Laundromat Expansion Upside
Los Angeles, CA
$495,000
Top Performing Sign Co. | $600K EBITDA | $5M Pipeline |
San Diego, CA
$3,000,000
Turnkey Motorcycle Towing
Vallejo, CA
$30,000
Home Care Business for Sale in Yorba Linda..Seller Financing Available
Placentia, CA
$125,000
FranchisePlumbingPro
Available in California
$100,000
10 years old Ecommerce business for Sale
La Mirada, CA
$98,800
Premium Jewelry Boutique in K-Town - MOTIVATED SELLER!!
Los Angeles, CA
$450,000
Multi-Location Balloon Supply & E-Commerce Business
$500,000
San Diego, CA
Indian Restaurant w/ Beer & Wine License: Long Beach, Ca.
Long Beach, CA
$199,888
Two Profitable Yogurt Shops
Bakersfield, CA
$140,000
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 Boutique Yoga Studio in Northern California Foothills
Placer County, CA
$125,000
Chinese restaurant is on El Camino Real
Sunnyvale, CA
$220,000
Established Cabinet Manufacturer | Southern California | $15M+ Revenue
California
$8,250,000
Wholesale Produce Distribution Business Serving Inland Empire
Riverside, CA
$1,300,000
Psychotherapy for mental health, addiction & long-term recovery
Los Angeles County, CA
$220,000
Turnkey Modern 11-Chair Boutique Salon -Prime Location!
Claremont, CA
$149,000
Highly Profitable 7-Eleven
San Bernardino County, CA
$249,000
Real Estate Included - 7,000 sq ft Bar, Restaurant & Deli
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Merced County, CA
$2,250,000
Window Cleaning Business - Prime Territory in Los Angeles County
$100,000
Los Angeles County, CA
Established HVAC Company – C-20 Operator Opportunity
Reedley, CA
$550,000
Top Rated San Diego HVAC Business for Sale
San Diego, CA
$2,000,000
Highly Profitable 7-Elevan
Hesperia, CA
$279,000
Established Bubble Tea Shop in Contra Costa County- $80,000, 630 sq ft
Contra Costa County, CA
$80,000
Lucrative CA Electrification & Utility Retrofit
Orange County, CA
$25,000,000
Established Auto Repair Business for Sale – Contra Costa County, CA
Contra Costa County, CA
$325,000
Established Staffing Franchise | Priced To Sell | Immediate Cash Flow
Ventura County, CA
$99,900
North Hollywood Bar with Customer Embraced Concept & Vibe!
North Hollywood, CA
$199,000
Market Sushi-->High Volume
Santa Monica, CA
$97,000
Fully Turn-Key: Residential & Commercial “Multi” Services Business
Sacramento, CA
$179,000
Established Beauty Salon with Loyal Clientele
$35,000
Van Nuys, CA
Glendale Flower Shop
Glendale, CA
$110,000
Hospice for sell
Los Angeles, CA
$420,000
Automotive-Related Use Opportunity with Residential Home & Office
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Los Angeles, CA
$2,500,000
Beer & wine Market, with Apartment
Los Angeles, CA
$220,000
Turn key ice cream/boba/ smoothie business
Tehachapi, CA
$45,000
Glendora Pool Service Route for Sale
Los Angeles County, CA
$105,600
Thai Restaurant 10min from Irvine
Mission Viejo, CA
$199,000
Kids indoor playground business for sale
Fontana, CA
$400,000
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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Profitable Event Space + Plant Rental Business + (optional) Plant Shop
San Jose, CA
$15,000
Solo Medical Practice for Sale
San Juan Capistrano, CA
$400,000
South Bay Diesels – Premier 5-Star Diesel Operation
$750,000
Gardena, CA
Franchise or Independent Bakery - Prime Location
Concord, CA
$190,000
High-Volume Healthy Franchise in Palo Alto – Strong Revenue & Growth
Palo Alto, CA
$469,000
Indian Fusion Pizza | Net $250K on $800K Sales, Yorba Linda OC
Yorba Linda, CA
$690,000
Turnkey Restaurant in Temescal Valley
Temescal Valley, CA
$430,000
Smoke and Vape Shop
Cathedral City, CA
Not Disclosed
Hospice Agency for Sale – Southern California Medicare Certified
Orange County, CA
$600,000
Turnkey Restaurant with $1M+ Annual Gross Sales
Los Angeles, CA
$148,000
Food Market with Liquor and Laundromat, Real Estate Included
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Thermal, CA
$1,000,000
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.
