Escondido, CA
$28,000
Businesses in California For Sale
Local Info
Profitable Auto Repair & Body Shop in Prime San Diego Location
Top Rated, Growing and Profitable Cleaning Business
Big Bear City, CA
$260,000
Commercial Interior Design & Design/Construction Documents
California
Not Disclosed
Second generation restaurant, existing Cafe (Union City)
Union City, CA
$79,000
Highly Profitable Fitness Centre With Top of The Line Equipment
Orange County, CA
$530,000
High Traffic Dry Cleaners - Recent Equipment Upgrades
Benicia, CA
$159,000
10 FedEx Ground Routes - Palm Springs, CA - Seller & Vehicle Financing
Palm Springs, CA
$800,000
Busy Absentee Owned Restaurant - Heart of Riverside
Riverside County, CA
$250,000
Shopify-Focused eCommerce Development Agency
Newport Beach, CA
$275,000
Newly built-out Fast Food Franchise in Prime Location
Victorville, CA
$250,000
Rare Opportunity: Established Supermarket for Sale in Prime Location
Sacramento, CA
$300,000
Busy & Lucrative Organic Dry Cleaners
Fair Oaks, CA
$59,000
"San Carlos" Prime location Restaurant Row Turn Key Opportunity!
San Carlos, CA
$245,000
Turnkey Automotive Accessory Business
$900,000
Los Angeles, CA
Sushi Bar In Supermarket-Easy Operating-Quick Returns
San Mateo County, CA
$125,000
Korean Bakery in shopping Center
Buena Park, CA
$720,000
Ian Lashley
TLG Business Broker
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
Thinking of Selling or Buying a Business? I Can Help. I specialize in the sale and purchase of small to medium-sized businesses. Whether you’re considering selling your business or searching for the right opportunity to buy, I provide professional, friendly, and honest guidance every step of the way. I am a Certified Business Broker, a member of the California Association of Business Brokers and the International Business Brokers Association, and licensed by the California Department of Real Estate.
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Absentee run bar and restaurant for sale in Santa Clara
Santa Clara, CA
$338,000
A great Pole & Aerial fitness dance studio in a bustling plaza
Walnut, CA
$78,500
Preschool Business For Sale Fremont, CA
Fremont, CA
$700,000
Turnkey Restaurant in San Francisco Strong Location
San Francisco, CA
$168,000
Boutique Event Venue -Turn key and Established
Ventura, CA
Not Disclosed
Electrical Engineering Firm - Electrical Safety System Design
California
Not Disclosed
Upscale Bistro, Beer & Wine, outdoor seating, Great Location
Orange, CA
$249,000
Baskin Robbins for Sale in West San Jose, CA
San Jose, CA
$275,000
Turn-Key, Profitable Pet Wash, Easy To Run
$95,000
Los Angeles, CA
GSA Sign Company-Seller Fin. Avail.-SBA Aprvl. for D-42 Lic. Holder
Orange County, CA
$499,999
High profit, Well-established fast-food restaurant for sale
Downey, CA
$790,000
Chicken shop
Hemet, CA
$400,000
***In Contract***Drilling & Shoring Contractor
San Diego County, CA
$1,450,000
Greek Mediterranean Restaurant in Downtown Burbank
Burbank, CA
$195,000
Franchise Pizza Restaurant for Sale in Placer County
Placer County, CA
$379,000
Established Aviation Part 145 Repair Station in Southern CA
El Cajon, CA
$1,200,000
16 Year Old Water, Fire, and Mold Damage Service
Los Angeles County, CA
$9,690,000
A Family-Owned Florist Proudly Serving OC for Generations
Orange County, CA
$175,000
Sonoma County Locksmith
Sonoma County, CA
$149,000
Established Pizzeria in a Great Location!
$199,000
Monterey County, CA
Dog Boarding, Grooming & Training, Franchise
Sacramento County, CA
$475,000
Turnkey Powersports Dealership with Major OEM lines.
Chico, CA
$350,000
Turnkey Restaurant with Full Liquor available Prime in Echo Park
Los Angeles, CA
$480,000
Artisanal Ice Cream Shop with Premium Build-Out in an A+ Location
Contra Costa County, CA
$170,000
Quaint 1,200 sq ft Restaurant with Real Estate
El Dorado County, CA
$685,000
Outdoor Power Equipment Sales & Service, Central Coast, CA
Atascadero, CA
$299,000
Absentee run Sandwich shop for sale in Roseville shopping plaza
Roseville, CA
$150,000
Turn Key Home Health Agency with active Patients
Los Angeles, CA
$320,000
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 Auto Tire Shop in HIGH Traffic Area in San Jose, CA
San Jose, CA
$290,000
Two Turnkey Turlock Restaurants For Sale!
Turlock, CA
$350,000
Turnkey Island Fin Poké Franchise – Prime Delta Shores Location
$250,000
Sacramento, CA
Dental Practcie for Sale- Tarzana, CA
Tarzana, CA
$350,000
Dental Practice for Sale - 10 Op's Inglewood
Inglewood, CA
$1,000,000
Turnkey Auto Repair + Option to Purchase Building | Long Beach
Long Beach, CA
$83,000
LA Dental Practice | 2 Ops Equipped, Plumbed for 5 | 39 years Est.
Los Angeles, CA
$349,000
Retiring dentist selling practice after 28+ years!
La Mirada, CA
$795,000
Dental office in great location for sale w/ 26 years plus of goodwill
Norwalk, CA
$799,999
Established Conroy’s Flowers Franchise - Turnkey Operation
Fresno, CA
$74,500
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.
