Rosemead, CA
$200,000
Rosemead, CA
$200,000
Orange County, CA
$350,000
San Francisco, CA
$130,000
Los Angeles, CA
$175,000
Los Angeles, CA
$140,000
Huntington Beach, CA
$175,000
Poway, CA
$100,000
Gardena, CA
$69,000
California
Santa Ana, CA
$189,900
Canoga Park, CA
$249,999
Riverside County, CA
$425,000
San Diego County, CA
$305,000
Palm Desert, CA
$125,000
Buellton, CA
$100,000
Anaheim, CA
$175,000
Moe Bousaid
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.
Los Angeles, CA
$30,000
Los Angeles, CA
$30,000
Los Angeles, CA
$30,000
Los Angeles, CA
$30,000
Oakland, CA
$399,000
Morgan Hill, CA
$130,000
Burbank, CA
$49,000
Rolling Hills Estates, CA
$99,000
Santa Clara, CA
$279,880
Yorba Linda, CA
$70,000
West Covina, CA
$120,000
San Diego, CA
$40,000
Paramount, CA
Los Angeles County, CA
$800,000
Orange, CA
$115,000
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
$630,000
Alameda County, CA
$150,000
Walnut Creek, CA
$79,990
West Hollywood, CA
$340,000
North Hollywood, CA
$125,000
Costa Mesa, CA
$125,000
Los Angeles, CA
$80,000
Campbell, CA
$269,000
Sherman Oaks, CA
$165,000
Tulare, CA
$79,000
Sacramento, CA
$194,000
Fresno, CA
$125,000
Sacramento, CA
$485,000
Amy Cole Cole, M&AMI, MBA, CBI, CBB
ABI Business Sales, M&A and Valuations
Serving Contra Costa County, CA
Founded in 1984, ABI is one of the oldest and most highly regarded firms in California specializing in the Valuation, Sale, Merger and Acquisition of privately-held companies. ABI professionals work confidentially with each client and their advisors, to develop custom solutions designed to achieve their objectives and maximize business value. Using a time-tested system, our firm has successfully managed hundreds of transactions for small to mid-market companies across a wide-range of industries. Headquartered in the San Francisco Bay Area, ABI is licensed in the State of California, with nine M&A affiliates throughout the USA. The firm maintains national and global strategic alliances providing broad access to active investors and acquirers.
Santa Barbara, CA
$425,000
Los Angeles, CA
$93,000
Santa Ana, CA
$199,888
California
$265,000
Los Angeles, CA
$115,000
Santa Clara County, CA
$695,000
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
Number of Businesses for Sale |
~5,500 |
Median Asking Price |
$360,000 |
Median Reported Revenue |
$630,000 |
Median Reported Earnings |
$150,000 |
Profit Margin |
23% |
Earnings Multiple |
2.5 |
Revenue Multiple |
0.6 |
Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings. |
Major Metro Areas
More than 80% of all businesses for sale in the state are in the following six metro areas:
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.
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.