Montebello, CA
$7,950,000
Businesses For Sale in California
Local Info
Real EstateWalgreens Montebello for Sale
Real EstateCoin Car Wash Business & Property is for sale
Los Angeles County, CA
$2,799,000
Real EstateIndependent gas station with property is for sale
Fillmore, CA
$5,799,000
Real EstateGound lease for sale
Chino, CA
$195,000
Real Estate8 Commercial kitchen for lease in Fremont near highway 880
Fremont, CA
Not Disclosed
Real Estate3,904 Sq Ft Building for rent.
Kern County, CA
Not Disclosed
Real EstateIndustrial Offices & Storage
Bakersfield, CA
Not Disclosed
Real EstateTurnkey Restaurant & Bar + Real Estate *$980K Sales *ABC Type 47
Trinity County, CA
$495,000
Real EstateProfitable barbershop/hair salon for sale
Ceres, CA
Not Disclosed
Real EstateAuto Body in Van Nuys!
Van Nuys, CA
$115,000
Real EstatePrime Restaurant/Bar or Retail Lease Opportunity – Hilltop Hotel
Bakersfield, CA
Not Disclosed
Real EstateFor Sale: Major Brand Gas Station – Business Only
Ventura, CA
$1,100,000
Real EstateSan Diego County Bakery For Sale w/ Real Estate
San Diego County, CA
$3,600,000
Real EstateCar Sales And Rental Business only
Long Beach, CA
$149,000
Real EstateSunrise Market- Real Estate and Business for Sale
Madera, CA
$1,650,000
Real EstateOpportunity to develop a commercial/industrial lot
Mountain House, CA
$3,000,000
Aaron Pfeffer
First Choice Business Brokers LA
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
First Choice Business Brokers is one of the largest business sales organizations in the U.S., listing over $12 Billion in businesses for sale since our foundation in 1994. First Choice Business Brokers specializes in business sales across all industries with transaction sizes from approximately $50,000 to $50 million. First Choice Business Brokers assists business owners in selling their businesses by locating and matching them with a buyer and managing the entire sales process. Additionally, we also work with business buyers to find the right business that meets their purchase criteria. With several offices located throughout the U.S., we have sold thousands of businesses, of all types, confidentially and efficiently through our vast buyer networks.
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Real EstateGas Station, C Store with RE, Blythe, California
Blythe, CA
$4,500,000
Real EstateUnbranded Gas Station
Union City, CA
$1,000,000
Real EstateSinclair Branded Gas Station
Downey, CA
$1,900,000
Real EstateUnbranded Business Only Gas Station
Stockton, CA
Not Disclosed
Real EstateBusiness only Unbranded Gas Station
Stockton, CA
Not Disclosed
Real EstateDrive thru liquor store
Baldwin Park, CA
$869,000
Real Estate1600 SQ Ft Great Neighborhood
Laguna Hills, CA
Not Disclosed
Real EstateHot Listing-13 Bed Elderly Facility 4SALE-$62k Monthly Gross
Santa Rosa, CA
$3,000,000
Real EstateSecond Generation Restaurant Space Available!
Woodland Hills, CA
Not Disclosed
Real EstateUnbranded Gas Station with Beer and Wine License.
Exeter, CA
$2,100,000
Real EstatePrime Commercial Property in South Lake Tahoe
South Lake Tahoe, CA
$1,860,000
Real EstateMajor Brand Gas Station & Property - Owner Carry Available
Ventura, CA
$5,350,000
Real EstateRestaurant & Wine Bar with Real Estate in the Heart of Santa Ynez!
Santa Barbara County, CA
$4,950,000
Real EstateBuilding San Francisco Great Location!
San Francisco, CA
$1,495,000
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
$1,945,000
Real EstateFully Equipped Restaurant Space for lease
Ridgecrest, CA
Not Disclosed
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 EstateA profitable American family restaurant is on sale with the property
Cypress, CA
$2,600,000
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
Not Disclosed
Real EstateTURNKEY MEDICAL SUITES (2).....Sublease or Assignment.
Fullerton, CA
Not Disclosed
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
$1,250,000
Real EstatePalumbo Vineyards and Winery Including Residence/Vacation Rental
Temecula, CA
$6,950,000
Lutz Lehmann
Magnus Business Group
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
We work for you! Selling a business is a complex task and doing it on your own as a business owner might backfire. We at Magnus Business Group have sold many businesses and focus all resources in one direction only, to complete a successful transaction. Many details need to be considered before a business will be offered on the market. There are financial, tax, legal, HR, and other aspects to look at. A unique tailored strategy is essential to achieve the best outcomes. We are dedicated to going above and beyond and working closely with business owners and all shareholders to get a deal done. We have worked in a corporate environment with up to 1,000 employees and functioned as CEO and COO in companies with 50 and 100 employees in different industries. Insides at how companies work in manufacturing, warehouse/distributions, automotive, construction, and technology contribute to all of our successfully sold businesses. Companies we are working with are located in the greater Los Angeles area reaching all the way to San Louis Obispo, Palm Springs, and Palmdale, and includes Orange County. We sell businesses with an EBITDA of a minimum of $500k and a revenue range between $5MM and 50MM.
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Real EstateTurnkey Auto Shop for Lease – Fully Equipped & Ready for Business
Los Angeles, CA
Not Disclosed
Real Estate3 Elderly Care Homes 4SALE-Grossing $136,000 Month-Fresno
Fresno, CA
$750,000
Real EstateSilverlake Gem – Turnkey Virgil Village Restaurant Space for Lease
Los Angeles, CA
Not Disclosed
Real Estate2nd generation restaurant with CUP for full liquor available for Lease
Sherman Oaks, CA
Not Disclosed
Real EstateLandmark Restaurant & Bar in High Net Worth Area
Calabasas, CA
Not Disclosed
Real EstateRestaurant Space Available for Lease!
North Hollywood, CA
Not Disclosed
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.
