Moreno Valley, CA
$10,000
Businesses in California For Sale
Local Info
Low Fee Moreno Valley Core Location Cabinet Store for Sale
High-Margin Timeshare Exit Co. – Scalable & Proven Model
San Diego, CA
$1,000,000
High-Volume K-Chicken Franchise - Prime Sawtelle
Los Angeles, CA
$1,100,000
Dental Practcie $ Medcial SPA for Sale- Los Angeles, CA
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Palms, CA
$350,000
Wholesale Flowers to Retail Stores.
Los Angeles County, CA
$375,000
Highly Profitable 5 day Deli In North County
San Diego County, CA
$169,000
Established CNC Machine Shop – Turnkey Operation, Priced at Equipment
Glendale, CA
$160,000
Interior and Exterior Wall Finishings Company
California
Not Disclosed
Attractive & Turnkey Lash Studio with great reviews & Clientele
Norco, CA
$160,000
La Michoacana Ice Cream and Mexican Snacks and more - Orange County
Anaheim, CA
$240,000
La Michoacana Ice Cream and Mexican Snacks and more - Tulare County
Visalia, CA
$400,000
Turn-key Profitable auto repair shop in Orange County
Orange County, CA
$300,000
Fully Remote Profitable SEO Business: $9.6K/Month, Walk Away Ready
San Francisco, CA
$325,000
Muffler-Catalytic Converter-Exhaust Auto Repair Shop-30 Year Location
$200,000
Rocklin, CA
Franchise Restaurant With Simple Operations and High Demand Menu
Los Angeles County, CA
$350,000
Fabulous Food Opportunity
Beverly Hills, CA
$795,000
Ian Lashley
TLG Business Broker
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
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Great Producing Gas Station With Upside
Fresno, CA
$950,000
Lucrative Established Landscaping Business For Sale!
Kelseyville, CA
$250,000
Highly Profitable Bakery 4 Sale-35 Years of Success-National Reach!
Los Angeles, CA
$3,900,000
Incredible Business Opportunity in the Heart of San Benito County!
Hollister, CA
$150,000
Fashion Studio Business for SALE!
Los Angeles, CA
$1,000
VERY FAMOUS Thai Restaurant for Sale! In West Hollywood! WOW!!
Hollywood, CA
$65,000
Sports Bar in Encinitas – a Chicago Style Pizza Franchise
San Diego County, CA
$590,000
Dry Cleaner in West Hills
West Hills, CA
$499,000
Two-Location Day Spa Business | Established Brand | Strong Cash Flow
$3,000,000
Santa Rosa, CA
Chinese Skewer and noodles restaurant for sale in SF Outer Richmond
San Francisco, CA
$78,000
Established Party Rental Business | Turnkey Operation | $303K Revenue
Orange County, CA
$429,000
Home Health Agency for Sale. $160,000 - Canoga Park, CA
Canoga Park, CA
$160,000
Auto Detail Shop in Express Car Wash. Excellent Location.
Norco, CA
$40,000
Deli Delicious in the Sierra Foothills
Oakhurst, CA
$400,000
Boba tea and snack shop for sale in San Leandro shopping plaza
San Leandro, CA
$168,000
High Volume chinese restaurant for sale in Livermore shopping plaza
Livermore, CA
$195,000
Profitable, Well Established Home Health Care Agency in Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA
$2,100,000
Well established [1987] Retail Pharmacy located in Joshua Tree
Joshua Tree, CA
$335,600
Turn Key Well established Restaurant in Prime Location
Alameda County, CA
$139,000
Great opportunity deli shop in Costa Mesa, CA rent only $1,100
$175,000
Costa Mesa, CA
Simple Coin Laundry as Absentee Owner's Run For Sale in Oakland
Oakland, CA
$550,000
Turnkey Sushi Restaurant | Brentwood LA | 4.6 Stars | $75K–$100K/Mo Re
Los Angeles, CA
$250,000
Independent Licensed Established Escrow Company
Los Angeles County, CA
$175,000
FedEx Ground Routes – 9 Routes Available in Fairfield
Fairfield, CA
$1,650,000
25 years established Landscaping business for sale in Sacramento
Sacramento, CA
$120,000
Absentee run Full bar and restaurant for sale in Folsom
Folsom, CA
$268,000
Small Sushi restaurant for sale in Russian Hills of San Francisco
San Francisco, CA
$99,000
Soundproofing Design, Consultation and Installation
San Francisco, CA
$750,000
Ed Smith
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 San Francisco Day Spa with 25+ years of Trusted Service
San Francisco, CA
$200,000
Established Refrigeration Service Company
California
$999,999
Design-Led Electric Bike Brand | DTC & Dealers | IP & Inventory
$3,000,000
Los Angeles County, CA
Hospice
Westlake Village, CA
$450,000
Aesthetics medical practice/ Med Spa- Established over 15 years!
Duarte, CA
$750,000
Excellent Location + Beer/Wine License + Monthly Sales $67,000
Ontario, CA
$375,000
Korean BBQ Restaurant — $300K+ Net, Only $3,500/Mo Rent Semi-Absentee
San Francisco County, CA
$425,000
Turnkey Pizza Restaurant for Sale – Built-In Community Favorite!
Sacramento County, CA
$350,000
Turnkey Profitable Boba Shop – Low Rent, Easy to Operate
Artesia, CA
$104,999
5+ Y/O Connected Fitness Technology Platform
Los Angeles, CA
$1,310,000
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.
