Cupertino, CA
$500,000
Cupertino, CA
$500,000
San Francisco County, CA
$159,000
Los Angeles, CA
$350,000
Los Angeles, CA
$250,000
West Hollywood, CA
$178,000
Milpitas, CA
$388,000
Culver City, CA
$129,000
Irvine, CA
$299,000
Orange County, CA
$70,000
Santa Ana, CA
$80,000
Fremont, CA
$1,249,000
Bermuda Dunes, CA
$65,000
Los Angeles, CA
$250,000
Los Angeles, CA
$140,000
Salinas, CA
$180,000
Los Angeles, CA
$125,000
Sam Griffin, CBI
Gilezan Global brokered by eXp Commercial
Serving Orange County, CA
Gilezan Global - brokered by eXp Commercial and eXp Realty, is a full-service real estate brokerage that specializes in all aspects of Commercial Real Estate, Business Brokerage, Business Development, Commercial Investments and Residential Real Estate. With over 100 years of combined experience and more than $3 BILLION in closed transactions, our results-driven team is perfectly positioned to provide solutions, streamline processes, and foster collaboration. Our growing team consists of experienced advisors who have previously owned and managed businesses of their own. Our global network is in over 22 countries and our in depth market knowledge enables clients to make informed real estate and business decisions. We guide, serve, and empower our clients by offering strategic digital marketing, financial strategies, and business and real estate valuations. Through industry education and economic advisors, our team provides the best options to help our clients build their portfolio and move their business forward. Our areas of expertise include Hospitality, Industrial, Portfolio sales in Franchise Restaurant Brands, Land Development, Asset Liquidations, Ground-up Construction, Multi-Family, Business Sales, Capital Funding, Franchise Referrals and Business Brokering. Gilezan Global partners with numerous entrepreneurs, corporations and organizations to assist with acquisitions and/or sales. Whether you are a buyer considering a strategic acquisition or an owner wanting to sell their real estate and/or business, our team can put your company on the right path to a successful transaction. Our team works all time zones and every day of the week. We understand every client has different needs at different times. Our policy is to be there when the client needs us, not just during business hours. We are equipped to guide you through transactions that are tailored to your investment needs - from buying, selling, and leasing across all asset types and specialties.
Contra Costa County, CA
$60,000
Los Angeles County, CA
$59,000
Orange County, CA
$60,000
Santa Cruz County, CA
$195,000
Encinitas, CA
$275,000
Los Alamitos, CA
$175,000
San Jose, CA
$175,000
Santa Clara, CA
$175,000
San Diego, CA
$24,000
Simi Valley, CA
$200,000
San Diego, CA
$475,000
San Rafael, CA
$175,000
Signal Hill, CA
$12,000
San Diego, CA
$69,000
Rowland Heights, CA
$150,000
Lake Elsinore, CA
$99,999
Newark, CA
$120,000
Tujunga, CA
$299,000
Ocean Beach, CA
$395,000
Santa Barbara County, CA
$389,000
Santa Barbara, CA
$299,000
Los Angeles, CA
$500,000
San Diego, CA
$90,000
Orange County, CA
$69,000
San Francisco, CA
$100,000
Huntington Beach, CA
$200,000
Marina Del Rey, CA
$200,000
Sacramento, CA
$165,000
Raman Singh
JRP Realty Group
Serving Stanislaus County, CA
JRP Commercial is a trusted name in California's real estate landscape, specializing in commercial sales, leasing, and investment opportunities. With deep-rooted market knowledge and a client-first approach, we bridge the gap between vision and value—helping business owners, investors, and developers secure the properties that drive growth. Our commercial division is powered by seasoned professionals like Raman Singh, whose expertise spans retail centers, gas stations, quick-service restaurants, industrial spaces, land development, and more. Whether you're buying your first storefront, selling a portfolio, or expanding your franchise, JRP Commercial delivers tailored strategies and seamless transactions. At JRP, we don’t just close deals—we build long-term relationships founded on trust, transparency, and results. Our Services Include: Buyer & Seller Representation Tenant & Landlord Leasing Investment Sales & 1031 Exchanges Site Selection & Market Analysis Business Opportunity Sales
Glendora, CA
$29,000
Camarillo, CA
$250,000
Rowland Heights, CA
$99,000
West Hollywood, CA
$59,999
Orange County, CA
$50,000
Murrieta, CA
$49,000
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.