San Diego County, CA
$210,000
Businesses in California For Sale
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Edible Arrangements® Franchise Resale – Coastal San Diego County
Established Assisted Living Facility - RCFE for Sale
San Jacinto, CA
$650,000
Turnkey San Diego Residential Construction Company for Sale
San Diego County, CA
$1,599,888
Turnkey Child Care Operation | Absentee Ownership | Real Estate.
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Redlands, CA
$3,750,000
SALE PENDING - 2 Fully-Renovated Laundromats
San Diego, CA
$825,000
Beloved Local Coffee Shop - Strong Culture and Community
Los Angeles County, CA
$725,000
Established Youth Education Franchise – South Orange County
Riverside County, CA
$50,000
Profitable general dentist practice in Vista/Fallbrook/Esco area
San Diego County, CA
$799,000
Boba Tea Shop-fully equipped
Palo Alto, CA
$300,000
Premier, Profitable SoCal Acting School (SBA avail)
Orange County, CA
$250,000
7 FedEx Ground Routes, FREMONT CA
Newark, CA
$893,000
Established Traditional Japanese restaurant
Davis, CA
$200,000
Established pizzeria at Hayes Valley of San Francisco
San Francisco, CA
$220,000
Great Spa Opportunity! - Don't miss out this will go fast!
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
$249,000
24/7 Tanning Salon for Sale, 7 Beds + Red Light Therapy, 10K+ Clients
Oroville, CA
$50,000
San Diego restaurant-Rent 2600/month-seller may finance!
San Diego, CA
$39,000
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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A Beloved Neighborhood Sushi Destination Since 199
San Francisco, CA
$180,000
A Beloved Neighborhood Sushi Destination Since 1999
San Francisco, CA
$180,000
Gas station business & property for sale
Fresno, CA
$1,969,000
High Volume Supermarket Business for sale
San Bernardino County, CA
$1,700,000
The Lash Lounge Manhattan Beach — Multi-Unit Rights Included
Los Angeles County, CA
$275,000
Profitable Bakery & Event Space for Sale - Open to some financing
Riverside County, CA
$189,000
Very Profitable Glass Glazing business
Sacramento, CA
$300,000
Market Sushi in Menifee
Menifee, CA
$90,000
Santa Monica Restaurant and Wine Bar With Garden Patio
Santa Monica, CA
$179,000
Laundry with Real Estate & Rental Income
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Compton, CA
$3,800,000
Bicycle Shop in Alhambra
Alhambra, CA
$70,000
Established Pizza Business
Sacramento, CA
$350,000
A well designed Restaurant /WINE Br in the Heart of Gilroy Downtown
Gilroy, CA
$250,000
This business is not available any more
San Bernardino, CA
$750,000
New and preowned variety, vintage, antique
Los Angeles County, CA
$250,000
Delicious Sandwich shop with kitchen for sale in San Jose plaza
San Jose, CA
$268,000
Great Location Chinese Restaurant For sale
La Puente, CA
$80,000
Confidential Full-Service Restaurant w/ Premium Buildout + Type 47
Orange County, CA
$299,000
High Volume Auto repair shop for sale in Sacramento
Sacramento, CA
$600,000
Modern Japanese hot pot restaurant for sale in Downtown Sacramento
Sacramento, CA
$500,000
transport business (LLC) for sale.
Fremont, CA
$85,000
Well Known Korean Tofu House Restaurant for sale
Arcadia, CA
$220,000
Established Thai Restaurant for Sale
Citrus Heights, CA
$80,000
Trucking Company with 1.4 Million Revenue and Growing!
Orange County, CA
$200,000
Established Ice Cream Shop with local following
Cathedral City, CA
$115,000
Beauty Supply and 98 Cents Store
Los Angeles, CA
$100,000
Established Home Care Serving Orange & Riverside Counties
Orange County, CA
$625,000
Profitable Low-Voltage & Cabling Company – Turnkey, High-Demand
California
$1,780,000
Eon Lew
District Realty Group
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
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Water Restoration Business
Los Angeles, CA
$975,000
Turn Key Yogurt Shop- Profitable since 2017 in Murrieta
Murrieta, CA
$299,000
Profitable Southern California Electronics Recycling Business
San Diego, CA
$599,000
NICE Burgers....100% VEGAN....Franchise OPTIONAL....Bring BEST OFFER !
Mission Viejo, CA
$180,000
European Wax Center Franchise For Sale in Long Beach
Long Beach, CA
$225,000
Premium Tactical Gear Built for Indoor Training Excellence
San Francisco County, CA
$325,000
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.
