San Francisco, CA
$1,595,000
Businesses For Sale in California
Local Info
Real EstateAuto repair shop building San Francisco Great Location!
Real EstateGas Station For Sale ( Including Land) Location!! Location!!
Los Angeles, CA
$14,000,000
Real EstateCoronado Restaurant - ORANGE AVE
California
$330,000
Real EstatePrime Multi-Use signalize corner location on South La Cienega Blvd
Los Angeles, CA
$7,500,000
Real EstateDog Kennel and Cat Boarding Popular and Turnkey in Northern California
California
$2,195,000
Real EstateNorthgate Gonzalez Market // Land For Sale
Los Angeles, CA
$26,000,000
Real EstateFully Equipped Restaurant Space for lease
Ridgecrest, CA
Real Estate15,000 to 20,000 Square Foot Fully Built Out Industrial Building
California
$7,543,000
Real EstateShine City Car Wash – Profitable Express Wash in Hemet, CA
Hemet, CA
$3,500,000
Real EstateOver 30 years running Auto parts shop + Property
Los Angeles, CA
$2,500,000
Real EstateChinese Restaurant Downtown Vacaville
Vacaville, CA
Real EstateA profitable American family restaurant is on sale with the property
Cypress, CA
$2,600,000
Real EstateProfitable Sushi restaurant in Orange county
Orange County, CA
$790,000
Real EstateReal Estate, Brewery and 25-year SBA Pre-Approved Loan
Tuolumne County, CA
$1,375,000
Real Estate2 commercial condos for sale in SF Little Saigon district
San Francisco, CA
$2,900,000
Real EstateMini Market Lease in Hermosa Beach
Hermosa Beach, CA
Greg Carpenter
Horizon M&A Advisors
Serving Santa Clara County, CA
When it is time to sell your business, what is important to you? Of course,getting the best price and terms, but also confidentiality, professional management of the process, avoiding risks by thorough preparation, selling to the buyer who will most likely succeed in growing the business, preserving the legacy of the business you have established, and more, are probably important to you. At Horizon M&A Advisors, we focus on putting your interestes first. Our experienced agents have sold hundreds of businesses. Several have owned businesses or have had careers as professional advisors in accounting, tax, and consulting. We have held management positions in public companies and private companies to lead teams of marketing, sales, manufacturing and other functions. We will understand your business and prioritize your requirements. Horizon M&A Advisors serves sellers of middle market businesses with revenues of $5 million to $100 million and sellers of smaller businesses that are suitable for addon acquisitions by larger firms. We serve institutional buyers including public companies, private equity and privately held companies. We specialize in manufacturing (especially precision sheetmetal and machining), building maintenance services and contracting service businesses such as HVAC, Plumbing, etc., but we are generalists and are capable of selling any type of business. We have sold everything from software, high-tech testing and contract manufacturing to service and distribution businesses. We have substantial research resources that enable us to study any industry quickly.
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Real EstateVacant Laundromat w Agency Store For Lease-Can Convert-North Beach
San Francisco, CA
Real EstateTURNKEY MEDICAL SUITES (2).....Sublease or Assignment.
Fullerton, CA
Real EstateCare Facility Permitted - Real Estate
Phelan, CA
$649,000
Real EstateOpportunity to own a well-established Convenience Store and Smoke Shop
San Joaquin County, CA
$300,000
Real EstateA short operating hour Beer and Wine market with a property
Los Angeles, CA
$1,290,000
Real EstateRestaurant Property For Sale in Fortuna! Upgraded Restaurant Building
Fortuna, CA
$1,390,000
Real EstateGas Station, Food Store with Real Estate
Tulare County, CA
$1,650,000
Real EstateVacant restaurant for lease
Montebello, CA
Real EstatePalumbo Vineyards and Winery Including Residence/Vacation Rental
Temecula, CA
$6,950,000
Real EstateTurnkey Auto Shop for Lease – Fully Equipped & Ready for Business
Los Angeles, CA
Real Estate5 Oceanfront properties combined!
Newport Beach, CA
$20,000,000
Real EstateWell-established liquor store is located in San Joaquin County.
San Joaquin County, CA
$1,200,000
Real Estate3 Elderly Care Homes 4SALE-Grossing $130k Mo.
Fresno, CA
$900,000
Real EstateTwo Residential Care Facilities - 5 Min Away (Hemet, San Jacinto)
San Jacinto, CA
$675,000
Real EstateSilverlake Gem – Turnkey Virgil Village Restaurant Space for Lease
Los Angeles, CA
Real EstateSpectacular Wedding Venue and Agri-Tourism Center with Family Compound
Murrieta, CA
$11,500,000
Real Estate2nd generation restaurant with CUP for full liquor available for Lease
Sherman Oaks, CA
Real EstateLandmark Restaurant & Bar in high net worth area
Los Angeles County, CA
Real EstateRestaurant Space Available for Lease!
North Hollywood, CA
Real EstateRemodeled Market With, Gas Station, Rental Homes With Re
Madera County, CA
$3,950,000
Real EstateGas station including property is for sale
Fillmore, CA
$4,999,000
Real EstateLittle Tokyo Office/Retail Space
Los Angeles, CA
Real EstateMotel For Sale Salinas, Ca.
Salinas, CA
$4,500,000
Real EstateProfitable Roadside Burger Drive-In with Real Estate – SBA Ready
Burney, CA
$350,000
Real EstateHigh-Volume Branded Gas Stations For Sale Arco | Chevron | 76 – Pri
California
Real EstateFOR LEASE: Iconic Big A Root Beer Drive-In - Grass Valley, CA
Grass Valley, CA
Real EstateAuto Parts over $1ml inventory sale price $350,000.
Van Nuys, CA
$350,000
Real EstateMexican Restaurant Full ABC with Real Estate
Santa Paula, CA
$2,499,000
Stan Cortland
CURB
Serving Contra Costa County, CA
Transforming Dreams into Reality
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Real Estate85 Acres with White Water Rafting. Property Included 4,200 River Front
Rumsey, CA
$2,250,000
Real EstateFormer Nail Salon / Prime Retail Space for Lease
Van Nuys, CA
Real EstateFully operational luxury rehabilitation center
Granada Hills, CA
$2,700,000
Real Estate76 Gas Station with Liquor License including Real Estate For Sale
Kern County, CA
$4,500,000
Real EstateEcono Lodge Hotel - Prime Investment Opportunity 55 Rooms
Moreno Valley, CA
$6,549,000
Real EstateFood Service Opportunity with Full Kitchen in Convenience Store
Hayward, CA
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.
