West Hollywood, CA
$2,900,000
Businesses For Sale in California
Local Info
Asset SaleNail Polish & Treatment Manufacturing
Asset SaleImperial Beach Neighborhood Bar For Sale w/ Type 48
Imperial Beach, CA
$275,000
Asset SaleSupermarket Asset Sale-4,700 Sq.Ft. Prc $199K, Westminster, OC
Westminster, CA
$199,000
Asset SaleSonoma County Cafe - Asset Sale
Sonoma County, CA
$129,000
Asset SaleTurnkey Sushi Restaurant in Anaheim – Asset Sale with ABC 41
Anaheim, CA
$120,000
Asset SaleOrangetheory Fitness Studio & Gym / E2 Approved Business for Canadian
Contra Costa County, CA
$700,000
Asset SaleFood Trailer for Sale – Turnkey Ready
Modesto, CA
$110,000
Asset SaleAsset sale - keep current ice cream concept or bring your own
Walnut, CA
$95,000
Asset SaleBrand New Medical Supply & Equipment (DME) No Billing Sacramento CA
Sacramento, CA
$150,000
Asset SaleTobacco license (Hookah) for this 2nd Gen restaurant
Los Angeles, CA
$300,000
Asset SaleAsset Sale $59k Japanese Restaurant – Over 35 Years of Success
Oakland, CA
$79,000
Asset SaleMarina Del Rey Turn Key Waterfront Restaurant For Lease
Marina Del Rey, CA
$150,000
Asset SaleWelding and Fabrication Shop
Redondo Beach, CA
$60,000
Asset SaleProfitable San Francisco Bay Area Painting and Decorating Contractor
California
$540,000
Asset SaleASSET SALE Priced for Quick Sale - Formerly Togo's and Baskin-Robbins
Redwood City, CA
$100,000
Asset SaleGreat online business with low rent
Contra Costa County, CA
$120,000
Greg Michail, CBB
Sunbelt Business Brokers of Pasadena
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
Sunbelt Business Brokers of Pasadena (SBBP) is a Southern California based firm specializing in business mergers, acquisitions, and valuations. It is part of the worldwide Sunbelt Network of over 300 offices. Sunbelt specializes in small and medium size privately held companies with a particular emphasis on manufacturing, distribution and select business-to-business service industries. Sunbelt is dedicated to providing clients with confidential and professional representation and assisting them in achieving their business objective. For more information, log on www.sunbeltpasadena.com.
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Asset SaleNo Key Money - Fairfax Blvd. Cafe W/ Kitchen & 2 Patios
Los Angeles, CA
Asset SaleAsset Sale /Turnkey Restaurant Space, Prime High Traffic Center
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
$49,000
Asset SaleStunning Restaurant In Beverly Grove/West Hollywood w/ Full Liquor
Los Angeles, CA
$725,000
Asset SaleIncome generating Sushi restaurant in Long Beach near the beach!
Long Beach, CA
$90,000
Asset SaleIconic Burbank Family Restaurant & Bar w/Full Liquor-$3,390,000 Sales
Los Angeles County, CA
$459,000
Asset SaleProfitable CNC Machine Shop with Engineering Edge >25 Years in Busines
San Bernardino County, CA
$500,000
Asset SaleUpscale Asian-Fusion in Affluent Neighborhood - Turnkey Strong Review
Oak Park, CA
Asset SaleSanta Clara County 47/48 Liquor License for Sale
San Jose, CA
$75,000
Asset SaleSan Francisco County 47/48 Liquor License for Sale
San Francisco, CA
$125,000
Asset SaleSan Diego County 47/48 Liquor License for Sale
San Diego, CA
$140,000
Asset SaleOrange County 47/48 Liquor License for Sale
Anaheim, CA
$87,000
Asset SaleRestaurant For Sale
Tarzana, CA
$113,000
Asset SaleProfitable/TurnKey QSR -Bustling DTLA Financial District - $1,500/rent
Los Angeles, CA
$75,000
Asset SaleGreat Location of Asset Sale in Downtown Whittier
Whittier, CA
$250,000
Asset SaleBusiness In A Box...Asset Sale !
Lemon Grove, CA
$175,000
Asset SalePrime location in DTLA near Whole Foods with a lot of traffic!
Los Angeles, CA
$180,000
Asset SaleFor Sale: Domain and website with a good reputation for over 30 years
Redwood City, CA
$15,000
Asset SaleProfitable Bakery in the Heart of Rosemead
Rosemead, CA
$200,000
Asset SaleEstablished Sign Shop with 35+ Years of Loyal Clientele
Orange County, CA
$350,000
Asset SaleAsian hot pot and snack restaurant for sale in Sf outer richmond
San Francisco, CA
$130,000
Asset SaleMassage Center in amazing Sawtelle area
Los Angeles, CA
$175,000
Asset SaleFully Equipped Smashburger Restaurant –Branded Menu and Ice Cream Sale
Los Angeles, CA
$140,000
Asset SalePizzeria - $3,500.00 month for lease (9 year lease)
Huntington Beach, CA
$175,000
Asset SaleRetail / Resturant space with full kitchen
Poway, CA
$100,000
Asset SaleTire Shop Service And Repair
Gardena, CA
$69,000
Asset Sale$620,000 Revenue Property/ Casualty Agency
California
Asset SaleHigh Traffic Mex Style Ice Cream Store
Santa Ana, CA
$189,900
Asset SaleProfitable Franchise location-great location and demographics
Canoga Park, CA
$249,999
Ernie Martinez
Century 21
Serving Santa Clara County, CA
Century 21 is the largest and oldest Business Broker and Real Estate since 1971 in all of Northern and Southern. Exclusive online listings that attract 1,000's of additional potential buyers and investors. .
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Asset SaleELF BMX Products
Riverside County, CA
$425,000
Asset Sale30 year Divorce Mediation Firm
San Diego County, CA
$305,000
Asset Sale15+ Yr Established Full-Service Hair Salon Near El Paseo in Palm De
Palm Desert, CA
$125,000
Asset SaleBuellton Wine Country Restaurant
Buellton, CA
$100,000
Asset Sale2nd generation kitchen Asset Sale + Goodwill (optional)
Anaheim, CA
$175,000
Asset SalePortable Type 4 Cannabis Nursery License for Sale
Los Angeles, CA
$30,000
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.
