San Diego, CA
$500,000
Businesses For Sale in California
Local Info
Asset SaleLittle Italy Restaurant/Bar For Sale
Asset SaleAsset Sale Japanese Shabu Shabu Restaurant B&W
Alhambra, CA
$199,000
Asset SalePromising Asset Sale in Highland Park
Highland Park, CA
$115,000
Asset SaleSecond Gen Restaurant, Excellent Parking, Type 47 $70,000 Now
Sunset Beach, CA
$70,000
Asset SaleTurnkey State-Approved Cannabis Delivery Business For Lease
Sacramento, CA
$99,000
Asset SaleCafe Bakery with ABC Type 41 B/W License-Main St, Santa Monica, CA
Santa Monica, CA
$205,000
Asset SaleUpscale American Restaurant & Sports Bar-Full Liquor-Off-Track Betting
Ventura County, CA
$299,000
Asset Sale2nd Gen Restaurant - Asset Sale - Downtown Saratoga - ABC: Beer & Wine
Saratoga, CA
$225,000
Asset SaleBeautiful High-End Hair Salon - Prime SILVERLAKE
Los Angeles, CA
Asset SaleRare opportunity to be part of the next major Tech Biz
Contra Costa County, CA
$4,000,000
Asset SaleMarket with beer and wine for sale in Anaheim
Anaheim, CA
$250,000
Asset SaleSouth Corona Cajalco Road Quick Service w/ Patio &Versatile Build-out
Corona, CA
$35,000
Asset SaleCentral Corona Main Street Quick Service Venue!
Corona, CA
$10,000
Asset Sale$49,000 Northridge Mall Food Court Space
Salinas, CA
$49,000
Asset SaleLobster Rolls Food Truck! Large Market Share
California
$195,000
Asset SaleRestaurant with big commercial kitchen
San Francisco, CA
$175,000
Iconic Technologies, Inc.
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.
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Asset SaleFarmer's Market Turn-Key Equipped Restaurant For Lease
Los Angeles, CA
$150,000
Asset SaleManagement Service Opportunity Cannabis Type 6 Available
Oakland, CA
$10,000
Asset SaleRestaurant-Asset Sale-full kitchen
Woodside, CA
$115,000
Asset SaleEstablished Trophy & Promotional Gift Shop
Orange County, CA
$85,000
Asset SaleAsset Sale Thai Restaurant with Boba
Monterey Park, CA
$79,000
Asset SaleTurnkey Mail and Shipping Business
Orange County, CA
$59,000
Asset SaleDTLA Steakhouse Adjacent to L.A. Live & Crypto For Lease
Los Angeles, CA
$250,000
Asset SaleAmazing Turn Key Brewery w/equipment, kitchen, & growth plans!
Livermore, CA
$330,000
Asset SaleHigh profit dollar store, Rent $2,000, 1,500 Sqr Ft. Only $105,000!
Fullerton, CA
$105,000
Asset SaleCupertino- Rare opportunity to acquire a stunning restaurant space
Cupertino, CA
$500,000
Asset SaleFOR SALE: Type 47 ABC Liquor License - San Francisco County
San Francisco County, CA
$159,000
Asset SaleTurn-key Restaurant Space in Heart of Silver Lake
Los Angeles, CA
$350,000
Asset SaleLarge South Indian restaurant for sale in Milpitas plaza
Milpitas, CA
$388,000
Asset SaleAsset Sale Japanese Sushi Restaurant
Culver City, CA
$129,000
Asset SalePrime Restaurant location with Full Kitchen & Bar in Irvine (ABC 47)
Irvine, CA
$299,000
Asset SaleItalian Restaurant- Prime Location, Raving Reviews
Orange County, CA
$70,000
Asset SaleBoba shop asset sale
Santa Ana, CA
$80,000
Asset SaleVacant Office Building For Sale in Fremont!
Fremont, CA
$1,249,000
Asset SaleTurnkey Opportunity! Raingutters by Rock E-Commerce Website For Sale
Bermuda Dunes, CA
$65,000
Asset SaleGelato Manufacturing Facility Asset Sale
Los Angeles, CA
$250,000
Asset SaleGreat Opportunity To Bring Your Own Concept
Los Angeles, CA
$140,000
Asset SaleAsset Sale - Well Established Bubble Tea Store - QSR
Salinas, CA
$180,000
Asset SalePortable Cannabis Distribution Licenses For Sale (Los Angeles, CA)
Los Angeles, CA
$125,000
Asset SaleGreat For Owner Operated Or Investment
Contra Costa County, CA
$60,000
Asset SalePrime location Convenience Market in LA county
Los Angeles County, CA
$59,000
Asset SaleShoe Repair, Perfect Location, Low Rent
Orange County, CA
$60,000
Asset SaleClosed Bar & Grill with a type 47 ABC License
Santa Cruz County, CA
$195,000
Asset SaleNewly Built-Out Restaurant in Affluent Encinitas Shopping Center
Encinitas, CA
$275,000
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.
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Asset SaleRecently Remodeled Turnkey Dental Office – Equipment & Leasehold
Los Alamitos, CA
$175,000
Asset SaleASSET SALE - Formerly Baskin Robbins space in South San Jose, CA
San Jose, CA
$175,000
Asset SaleCommercial/Catering/Ghost Kitchen In The Heart Of Santa
Santa Clara, CA
$175,000
Asset SaleSalon And Barber Shop - Full Service, Downtown
San Diego, CA
$24,000
Asset SaleWoodshop & Cabinet Manufacturing Opportunity
Simi Valley, CA
$200,000
Asset SaleNorth Park Restaurant/Bar For Sale
San Diego, CA
$475,000
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.
