San Diego, CA
$400,000
Businesses in California For Sale
Local Info
Internal Medicine Practice – San Diego
Breakfast and Lunch Cafe in Oakland for sale!
Oakland, CA
$99,000
"SF inner sunset" turn key cafe deli with type 1 hood, available!!!
San Francisco, CA
$188,000
100% Employee Operated Franchise Business Opportunity
Los Angeles, CA
$1,300,000
#1 Mobile Residential and Commercial Locksmith
Santa Clarita, CA
$85,000
IN ESCROW-40 Yr. Home Based Commercial & Res. Window Tinting Business!
San Jose, CA
$1,800,000
Licensed Preschool for Sale Orange County
Orange County, CA
$199,000
Best in boba tea. interior floral decorations, catering to grab and go
San Leandro, CA
$59,900
Young Dimsum (Adelanto)
Adelanto, CA
$39,999
Market Sushi
Fountain Valley, CA
$39,000
Turnkey Home Health Agency for Sale
Simi Valley, CA
$295,000
Denny's Multi-Unit Franchise Opportunity
Shasta County, CA
$3,650,000
Liquor store and C-store near UC Davis campus
Yolo County, CA
$210,000
Established Business for sale.
$1,000,000
San Francisco, CA
Full-Service Producer of Large-Scale Corporate Events
Los Angeles County, CA
$1,905,000
SBA Pre-qualified! Very Profitable Japanese fusion Restaurant in LB
SBA LOAN ELIGIBLE
Long Beach, CA
$3,300,000
Bill Corley - BottomLine Business Brokers
BottomLine Business Brokers
Serving Orange County, CA
Professionally, confidentially and with the highest integrity, BottomLine provides business brokerage and M&A services to Buyers and Sellers of small and medium-sized California businesses across a wide range of industries. Our team of experienced, licensed brokers provide exceptional service, from the first client meeting to the close of escrow ... and beyond! BottomLine is the brokerage with a competitive edge, a powerful blend of old school sales finesse and modern digital marketing. We have an active following - half our deals come from our massive database of qualified buyers, who also love to purchase the real estate. We work tirelessly to match each business for sale with the right buyer and guide the company through the complexities of transitioning to new ownership. If it's a business, our brokers have sold one just like it! With well over a thousand businesses sold under one roof, we deliver superior results. And that's the BottomLine. Business Owners: •No Upfront Fees - Only pay when your business sells. •Valuations - Business valuations take experience: they're a blend of the state of your company, its profitability and market conditions. We'll help determine fair market value. •Accomplished - The BottomLine team has sold businesses in YOUR industry. •Peace of Mind - Selling businesses is a full-time job; you run your company and let us handle the sale. •Experienced Guides - We shepherd the process from start to finish: documentation, marketing, due diligence, and escrow. •Representation Matters - Great representation stacks the odds in favor of a successful sale. A BottomLine broker is a huge advantage! Buyers: •Opportunity - Each business we represent is an opportunity for the right Buyer. •The Highest Standards - We represent each business with integrity, disclosure, and accuracy. •First Time Buyers Welcome - Many of our Buyers are first-timers. Don’t worry, we’ll coach you through the process.
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Established Coffee Shop with Loyal Customer Base – Prime Location !!!
Palm Springs, CA
$119,800
Pampered Puppies in Bear Valley Rd
Victorville, CA
$59,900
Turnkey, Fast-Growing Established Franchisor with Multiple Locations
San Diego County, CA
Not Disclosed
Upscale Restaurant. Downtown Campbell. Beer & Wine license.
Campbell, CA
$175,000
Veterinary Hospital for sale in Riverside, California
Riverside, CA
$275,000
Franchise QSR in San Diego Mall Food Court for sale. PRICE REDUCED
San Diego, CA
$50,000
$581K Rev – Biometric Screening & Compliance Moat
Los Angeles County, CA
Not Disclosed
Niche Pumps and Service - Recurring Revenue 280K SDE
California
$1,200,000
VanLab - DIY Adventure Van Conversion and Car Camping Conversion Kits
Topanga, CA
Industry Leading VW Performance Parts Manufacturer
Tulare County, CA
$1,800,000
Rare Opportunity - 2 Fully Occupied RCFE Facilities Side by Side
Rocklin, CA
$400,000
Rare Opportunity: Successful Dry Cleaners for Sale! – Owners Retiring
Vallejo, CA
$170,000
Senior Care Facility (RCFE) - Turn Key & Highly Profitable
Martinez, CA
$270,000
Environmental Landscape Restoration Contractor
Los Angeles County, CA
$2,726,500
Dry Cleaning | 35+ Yrs Est.| On-Site Factory & Alterations
San Bernardino County, CA
$299,000
A fully equipped restaurant with a long hood/reasonable rent
Fremont, CA
$168,000
25+ Year Established Optometry Practice | Retirement Transition |
Simi Valley, CA
$429,000
Highly Desirable Sonic Franchise For Sale
San Luis Obispo County, CA
$599,000
Automotive Electronics Brand | Proprietary Subscription Moat
California
$4,200,000
Bober Tea & Coffee, Mochi Dough, MOMO EggDrop in Roseville, California
$290,000
Roseville, CA
Body Shop Auto Repair Automotive Collision for Sale
Los Angeles, CA
$180,000
Vietnamese Restaurant - Profitable, Well Loved by Loyal Customers
Dublin, CA
$340,000
Profitable Subway Sandwich Shop – $123K Cash Flow & Highway Location
Fairfield, CA
$275,000
Afternoon Tea Bakery Brand + Wholesale
Los Angeles County, CA
$97,000
Niche HVAC business - Evaporative Cooler Installation and Service
Palm Desert, CA
$149,998
Turnkey Head Spa & Hair Salon in Prime San Gabriel Location – Modern B
San Gabriel, CA
$59,000
Established 16 Years Fast Food Restaurant for sale
Bell Gardens, CA
$120,000
Dry Cleaner Drop site / Alteration
Folsom, CA
$48,000
John Garland
John Garland Real Estate
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
Our niche seems to trending toward the auto-related businesses: auto body (one should close within the next 2-weeks) and auto repair (mechanic shops) businesses (we currently have two for sale and another possibly sold). We have a plating business in escrow and recently closed a laundry business.
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Restaurant and Bar in Downtown Sonoma for Sale
Sonoma, CA
$400,000
Established 13-Year Korean Fashion Boutique in San Francisco – Turnkey
San Francisco, CA
$90,000
$8,000/ NET Monthly! Established-Live Monitoring- MUST HAVE LICENSE!
$375,000
Los Angeles County, CA
High -End Dry Cleaning store with Loyal Clients Base
Los Angeles County, CA
$680,000
Euro Auto Repair Shop - $200K SDE w Excellent growth potential!
San Mateo County, CA
$499,000
Subway Franchise/ High Vol / Full Staff/ Potential
Orange County, CA
$129,000
Pacific Beach Bar/Restaurant For Sale
San Diego, CA
$950,000
Subway Franchise/ High Vol / Full Staff / Potential
Orange County, CA
$129,000
Coastal Encinitas Restaurant For Sale
Encinitas, CA
$375,000
Established 25-Year Mexican Restaurant – High Traffic Santa Clarita
Santa Clarita, CA
$725,000
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.
