Norco, CA
$699,000
Businesses in California For Sale
Local Info
Franchise Burger Restaurant with Full Bar, Patio and Profitable
Liquor & Grocery Store (Richmond District - San Francisco)
San Francisco, CA
$150,000
General Contractor - Remodeling, Additions & Repairs
California
Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $277,000
Market with $3,000,000 Annual Gross Income and Low Rent
Contra Costa County, CA
$2,200,000
Auto Repair Shop
Santa Clara County, CA
$499,000
Established High Volume Baskin Robbins
Santa Clara County, CA
$650,000
Elegant & Beautiful Downtown Saratoga Restaurant W/Beer & Wine
Saratoga, CA
$375,888
Franchise Japanese Restaurant for Sale | $400,000
California
$400,000
Global Tour Operator
Los Angeles County, CA
Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $263,957
Money making branded gas station for sale in Modesto
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Modesto, CA
$4,200,000
Chiropractic Practice for Sale in Riverside County, CA
Riverside County, CA
Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $618,531
5 FedEx Ground Routes, Fullerton CA
Fullerton, CA
$550,000
Defense contractor located in South Bay of Los Angeles
Los Angeles County, CA
$1,350,000
Specialty Floating Sauna Therapy And Sauna
San Diego County, CA
$100,000
50's Style Diner, Money Maker, Manager Run
Oceanside, CA
$695,000
Major brand in S Pasadena, Large land
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Pasadena, CA
$6,950,000
Todd Warner CVA, CM&AA, CMAP
WarnerWest Advisors Inc
Serving Fresno County, CA
WarnerWest Advisors represents business owners and sellers throughout California and the Western US. Primary industry focus areas includes Agribusiness Companies, Distribution Businesses, Manufacturers, Healthcare Businesses, Storage Facilities, and other Industrial / Commercial Entities. Our service areas include Mergers and Acquisitions, Business Valuation, Seller Exit Planning, and Commercial Real Estate Representation. We focus our efforts on individual engagements, and provide confidential personalized representation, allowing our clients to maintain their focus on operating their business. At WarnerWest Advisors we maintain valuable open communication ties with institutional buyers, many private equity groups, family offices, and high net worth individuals. These ongoing buyer relationships help to provide our sellers with tangible alternatives to signs and listing services and during a business sale marketing campaign. As a result, our successful and completed sale transactions have come from cash offers and have not required outside financing contingencies. We also represent buyers and sellers of farms, ranches, and investment properties in commercial real estate transactions. References available upon request.
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900sf Space w/Type 1 Hood on BUSY Columbus Ave. in North Beach SF
San Francisco, CA
$149,000
San Jose, CA CPA Practice for Sale
Santa Clara County, CA
$1,550,000
Davis, CA CPA Practice for Sale
Yolo County, CA
$860,000
Well Regarded Sonoma County Winery and Tasting Room *asset lite
Sonoma County, CA
Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $317,000
Liquor Store with Property for Sale in Stanislaus County CA
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Stanislaus County, CA
$800,000
Chinese Restaurant in Burbank
Burbank, CA
$320,000
Long Established Dry Cleaners For Sale
Elk Grove, CA
$215,000
NEW PRICE DROP: T-UP UKIAH MINI GOLF-Family Entertainment Center
Ukiah, CA
$299,000
Fantastic Sams Franchise for Sale-San Diego County
San Diego County, CA
$80,000
Online Retailer - Natural Home Goods & Clothing
California
$89,000
Independent S. California Bike Shop with Loyal Customer Base
Ventura County, CA
$250,000
High Volume Restaurant & Bakery
Riverside County, CA
$11,000,000
Location! Scenic Design and Fabrication Shop - SBA Approved
California
$1,800,000
Pizza restaurant-Long established-TURN KEY
Thousand Oaks, CA
$125,000
Poke and Sushi Restaurant in Industrial Area
Commerce, CA
$149,000
Full Bar and Restaurant with Property (Uptown Oakland)
Oakland, CA
$3,300,000
Fresno CPA Firm for Sale
Fresno, CA
$425,000
Process Server Business
Sacramento County, CA
$175,000
Dental Practice with Real Estate for Sale in Orange County, CA
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Orange, CA
$650,000
Cigar ( smoke) store in Santa Clarita area
Stevenson Ranch, CA
$220,000
Online and Facility Security Guard and Firearms Training Company
Los Angeles County, CA
$732,000
Watch and Clock Repair and Boutique Jewelry Store
La Quinta, CA
$300,000
Profitable General Engineering Company
San Bernardino County, CA
$3,600,000
Indian Restaurant for Sale
San Bernardino County, CA
$175,000
Rare chance to cash in on Hollywood location with loads of potential.
West Hollywood, CA
$330,000
Granite Bay RCFE/Carehomes for the Elderly
Granite Bay, CA
$150,000
Fine Dining Restaurant For Sale!
Riverside, CA
$750,000
Grass Valley, CA EA Practice for Sale
Nevada County, CA
$375,000
Leslie Horton
California eTime Solutions & Liberty Group Of Nevada
Serving Placer County, CA
Leslie Horton, an M&A Advisor/Broker, is a transaction architect specializing in strategic exits, comprehensive analysis, effective preparation and successful outcomes. Ms. Horton thoroughly enjoys selling good businesses and commercial buildings on behalf of her valued clients. In Northern California, Ms. Horton is the owner of eTime Solutions. In Northern Nevada, Ms. Horton is affiliated with The Liberty Group of Nevada, LLC. Both companies are well established and respected. Industries served include manufacturing, distribution, construction, high technology and several other professional industries.
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Smoke Shop in Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA
$200,000
High Growth High Profit CBD Products Co
Ontario, CA
$2,400,000
Vintage Auto Parts Manu & Dist 45 Yrs Legacy
Los Angeles County, CA
$1,499,900
Turnkey Full Service Restaurant for Sale-Mira Mesa
San Diego, CA
$69,000
Dental Practice for Sale - San Bernardino, CA
San Bernardino County, CA
$200,000
Established Sleep and Wellness Center
Orange County, CA
$600,000
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.
