San Bernardino County, CA
Circle-K Franchise, attractive, well established, high visibility, major busy street location. Buyer may purchase this as Circle-K Franchise or as an Independent Liquor Store at an additional...
$150,000

San Bernardino County, CA
Circle-K Franchise, attractive, well established, high visibility, major busy street location. Buyer may purchase this as Circle-K Franchise or as an Independent Liquor Store at an additional...
$150,000

San Francisco, CA
A truly rare opportunity to acquire a highly profitable, well-established specialty spirits retailer. This renowned business offers of the largest selections of Scotch, Irish, Japanese, and American...
$889,000

Palm Springs, CA
“Turnkey”Profitable type 21 Liquor store and convenience market located in the Palm Springs area. This store is conveniently located next to I-10 on the main thoroughfare for visitors to Joshua Tree...
$550,000

Fresno County, CA
Established Liquor Store in Fresno County surrounded by Thick residential * Asking price is $850,000 plus inventory * Gross monthly sales are up to $80,000 * 3,500 SF Space * Does not have Hot...
$850,000
San Joaquin County, CA
MS Real Estate is excited to present a profitable liquor and grocery store with a fully equipped commercial kitchen up for sale in one of the affluent neighborhoods of San Joaquin County, California....
$529,900
Contra Costa County, CA
Great opportunity to buy established Liquor and convenience store in East bay, Concord near SR 4 and SR 242 exit. Franchised store, would require Franchise approval. The new owner can add more...
$595,000
Cash Flow: $140,000
Hesperia, CA
PRIME LOCATION, MAJOR INTERSECTION, FAST DEVELOPING CITIES The sale includes Goodwill and Franchise Rights to operate the 7-Eleven store. Store equipment is maintained, updated and replaced by...
$299,000
Hesperia, CA
PRIME LOCATION, MAJOR INTERSECTION, FAST DEVELOPING CITIES The sale includes Goodwill and Franchise Rights to operate the 7-Eleven store. All store equipment and gasoline pumps are maintained, updated...
$335,000
Fremont, CA
MS Real Estate Inc. is pleased to present a compelling opportunity to acquire a liquor and food store business in the burgeoning Irvington district of Fremont, California. Established in 1994, this...
$179,900
Walnut Creek, CA
Well established wine store which has retain as well as an event space. Presently they have approximately 740 wine members who purchase regularly. Plenty of opportunity to expand and grow. Must See!...
$398,000
EBITDA: $120,000
Available Nationwide
Discover a proven, fast-growing resale franchise that transforms sustainable fashion into a lucrative business opportunity, backed by unparalleled training, innovative technology, and a supportive community.
$100,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Corona, CA
First old historical Liquor Store In the city of Corona about 60 years ago. 21 - Liquor store + Property for SALE. Monthly sales volume :40,000~45,000. They do Check Cashing monthly about $900,000 x...
$1,300,000
San Francisco, CA
Prime location on very busy street. seller claims current sales are 70K/mo with a robust margin. Lease is for 5+5+5 rent - 5500/mo Store size - 2500SF Open M-S 10 AM - 11 PM DISCLAIMER: The...
$600,000
Palm Desert, CA
Wilson Meade Commercial is pleased to offer the Clubhouse Liquor & Deli business for sale! The business is located on the signalized corner of Highway 111 and San Pablo – one of the most visible...
$750,000
Cash Flow: $117,316
San Francisco, CA
A rare opportunity to own a well-established neighborhood market in one of San Francisco’s most vibrant and walkable communities. Known for its convenience, friendly service, and loyal customer base,...
$300,000
San Jose, CA
Take advantage of this rare opportunity to own a well-established, high-performing liquor store located in a busy shopping center with excellent visibility and plenty of parking! This business offers...
$799,000
Aaron Pfeffer
Iconic Business Technologies, Inc.
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
Iconic is a technology-driven M&A advisory platform that helps business owners sell or merge their companies with confidence and efficiency. With over 70 years of combined team experience, more than 200 transactions completed, and over $2 billion in closed deal volume, Iconic focuses on the lower middle market, typically working with companies generating up to $100 million in revenue. Headquartered in Los Angeles, California, Iconic blends AI-powered buyer sourcing, a proprietary deal-management platform called Iconic Rail, and experienced advisory teams to streamline the sell-side process. Positioned between traditional investment banks and small business brokers, Iconic offers a data-backed, high-touch experience that connects quality sellers with well-matched strategic and financial buyers, delivering faster timelines and stronger outcomes through a modernized M&A process.
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Siskiyou County, CA
Confidential liquor store with real estate for sale in Northern California, located just off the I-5 freeway. This turnkey operation features strong sales and steady traffic. Real property is included...
$1,295,000
EBITDA: $203,097
Alameda County, CA
This profitable liquor store in Alameda County is a rare absentee-run opportunity, generating nearly $1M in annual sales with minimal day-to-day involvement from ownership. With steady revenue, strong...
$699,000
Palm Springs, CA
First, step aboard Ps Air, an aviation-themed nightclub that captures the spirit of flight with a unique speakeasy vibe. This popular venue offers a delightful dining experience paired with specialty...
$450,000
Los Angeles County, CA
This well-established smoke shop offers a fantastic opportunity for entrepreneurs looking to own a profitable retail business in a bustling, high-traffic area. The store boasts a spacious 1,000 sq....
$299,000
Cash Flow: $180,000
Santa Clara County, CA
Great opportunity to own a large, high gross, established, thriving liquor store, in prime Location with very high traffic. Floor space: 4000s.ft; Gross: $130,000/mo ;Lotto Gr: $40,000/mo; ATM:...
$1,250,000
Available Nationwide
Generate $5.6 million in annual revenue* with America’s most-awarded staffing franchise. Ranked #63 overall on Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500 and a Franchise Business review Top Franchise. Grow your income empowered by our vibrant, supportive corporate team and franchise community.
$350,000
Sacramento County, CA
8AM-11PM Mon-Sun (7 days per week) $65,000 per month gross sales Rent is $3,340...
$549,999
Los Angeles County, CA
Great opportunity to own a well-established, low rent, Liquor Store. Average Monthly Gross Revenues: $50,000.00+- Gross Revenues DO NOT include Lotto Sales Price: $295,000.00 + Estimated Inventory of...
$295,000
San Jose, CA
$665,000
Barstow, CA
$350,000
Los Angeles, CA
$499,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Needles, CA
$799,000
Los Angeles County, CA
$560,000
Cerritos, CA
$199,000
Huntington Beach, CA
$169,000
Lodi, CA
$1,599,000
Available Nationwide
$100,000
Baldwin Park, CA
$849,000
Alameda County, CA
$310,000
South Gate, CA
$420,000
Los Angeles, CA
$1,350,000
Los Angeles, CA
$700,000
Available Nationwide
$50,000
Commerce, CA
$200,000
Diamond Bar, CA
$250,000
San Joaquin County, CA
$999,500
Sacramento, CA
$1,695,000
El Monte, CA
$325,000
Jim Pate
Restaurant Realty Company
Serving Contra Costa County, CA
Restaurant Realty Company was founded by Steven D. Zimmerman in the San Francisco Bay Area in 1996. Since inception the company has developed into the largest California restaurant brokerage specializing in sales, acquisitions and leasing of restaurants, bars, nightclubs and related commercial buildings with local representation in the San Francisco Bay Area, Sacramento, Los Angeles, Orange County and San Diego markets. Restaurant Realty’s brokers and agents are well versed in conducting deals with independent restaurant owners, landlords, buyers, and lessees of businesses and real estate, as well as larger ownership groups and buyers of multi-unit operations, franchises and chains. Restaurant Realty’s current brokers and agents have had great success completing transactions with over 3,400 clients, selling/leasing over 1,700 restaurant, bar and/or nightclub businesses, nearly 80 related commercial buildings sold, representing over 3.5 Million square feet of commercial space leased and over 8,000 valuations completed.
Alameda County, CA
$700,000
Torrance, CA
$425,000
Walnut, CA
$240,000
Silver Lake, CA
$149,000
Santa Clara, CA
$749,000
Available Nationwide
$650,000
San Diego, CA
$378,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Humboldt County, CA
$9,450,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Stanislaus County, CA
$1,300,000
Mendocino County, CA
$595,000
Stockton, CA
$1,275,000
Available Nationwide
$500,000
Liquor stores are a staple business in most communities, providing customers with a variety of alcoholic beverages that are always in demand. Among retail businesses, liquor stores are an often overlooked but consistently performing option.
If you are looking to buy or sell a liquor store business in California, it helps to have some context on the market, and to understand how these types of businesses are valued. Below, we have aggregated financial data from current and recent California listings to provide some benchmarks on valuation and performance of liquor store businesses. All data is based on broker and business owner provided financial information.
Market Overview
|
Number of Businesses Analyzed |
105 |
|
Median Asking Price |
$413,250 |
|
Median Reported Revenue |
$738,000 |
|
Median Reported Earnings |
$121,000 |
|
Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings. |
|
California Liquor Store Business Valuation Multiples
|
Range |
Revenue |
Earnings (SDE) |
|
Lower Quartile |
0.43 |
2.43 |
|
Median |
0.58 |
3.15 |
|
Upper Quartile |
0.75 |
3.88 |
|
Revenue and earnings multiples based on reported revenue, seller's discretionary earnings, and asking price. |
||
Read the Report:
Liquor Store Business Valuation Multiples & Financial Benchmarks
FAQs
How much does it cost to buy a liquor store in California?
The median asking price for a liquor store in California is approximately $413,250. However, this can vary significantly depending on the size, location, and financial performance of the store.
How much do liquor store owners earn?
On average, liquor store owners in California report median annual sales of $738,000 and annual owner earnings of $121,000. These figures are based on businesses that have listed their annual revenue and seller's discretionary earnings.
How do I value a liquor store business?
Valuing a liquor store business involves considering several factors, including annual revenue, profit margins, and market conditions. Brokers, business owners, and business buyers will typically rely on valuation multiples to gauge business value relative to similar businesses in the market. Liquor store revenue/sales multiples in California typically range from 0.43 to 0.75, with the median at 0.58. Earnings multiples range from 2.43 to 3.88, with the median at 3.15. These values suggest a typical liquor store business in California will sell for around 0.58 times its annual revenue, and 3.15 times its annual owner’s earnings.
More for Business Buyers:
Set Up Alerts and Notifications
Business Buyer Learning Center
More for Business Sellers: