Hemet, CA
$675,000
Businesses For Sale in California
Local Info
Real EstateResidential Care Facility for Elderly (RCFE) - In Escow
Real EstateGound lease for sale
Chino, CA
$195,000
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
Bill Corley - BottomLine Business Brokers
BottomLine Business Brokers
Serving Orange County, CA
Professionally, confidentially and with the highest integrity, BottomLine provides business brokerage and M&A services to Buyers and Sellers of small and medium-sized California businesses across a wide range of industries. Our team of experienced, licensed brokers provide exceptional service, from the first client meeting to the close of escrow ... and beyond! BottomLine is the brokerage with a competitive edge, a powerful blend of old school sales finesse and modern digital marketing. We have an active following - half our deals come from our massive database of qualified buyers, who also love to purchase the real estate. We work tirelessly to match each business for sale with the right buyer and guide the company through the complexities of transitioning to new ownership. If it's a business, our brokers have sold one just like it! With well over a thousand businesses sold under one roof, we deliver superior results. And that's the BottomLine. Business Owners: •No Upfront Fees - Only pay when your business sells. •Valuations - Business valuations take experience: they're a blend of the state of your company, its profitability and market conditions. We'll help determine fair market value. •Accomplished - The BottomLine team has sold businesses in YOUR industry. •Peace of Mind - Selling businesses is a full-time job; you run your company and let us handle the sale. •Experienced Guides - We shepherd the process from start to finish: documentation, marketing, due diligence, and escrow. •Representation Matters - Great representation stacks the odds in favor of a successful sale. A BottomLine broker is a huge advantage! Buyers: •Opportunity - Each business we represent is an opportunity for the right Buyer. •The Highest Standards - We represent each business with integrity, disclosure, and accuracy. •First Time Buyers Welcome - Many of our Buyers are first-timers. Don’t worry, we’ll coach you through the process.
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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
$6,999,000
Real EstateFood Service Opportunity with Full Kitchen in Convenience Store
Hayward, CA
Real EstateNew Roof, new flooring, everything new,ready to be opened for business
Hemet, CA
$1,999,999
Real EstateFOR LEASE - Proven Success in this 500sf Potrero Hill Cafe Space!
San Francisco, CA
Real EstateA Rare Find - Quick Service Fast Food Restaurant with the Real Estate
El Dorado County, CA
$850,000
Real Estate6 Days Open Cafe with Property $2,95 MIL
Anaheim, CA
$2,950,000
Real EstateProfitable Established Business
Lynwood, CA
$7,000,000
Real EstateHigh Volume Liquor + Property
Los Angeles, CA
$3,500,000
Real EstateAmazing 2-Story Home for Sale! 4 BDR & 4 BTH! 2,516 Sq. Ft! LARGE HOME
Canyon Country, CA
$899,000
Real EstateMexican Restaurant Full ABC with Real Estate Plus 3 Properties
Santa Paula, CA
$2,996,000
Real EstateBeer Wine Convenience Store Business with Real Estate for Sale
Fresno County, CA
$1,600,000
Real EstateNon Branded Business and Gas Station for Sale
Citrus Heights, CA
$2,900,000
Real EstateCommercial Property (Currently operating Asian restaurant)
Fresno County, CA
$760,000
Real EstateLaundromat in Moss landing, Ca.
Moss Landing, CA
Real EstateGrocery Store + Rental Income with RE
Cutler, CA
$650,000
Real EstateTurnkey brewery and rest. RE included Perfect owner Op/retirement
Amador City, CA
$1,499,000
Real EstateCommercial Floor in the Front and Residential at the Back
Bakersfield, CA
Real EstateGrand Motors
Sylmar, CA
Real EstateCommercial Real Estate Plus Juice Bar Business Assets
Capitola, CA
$725,000
Real EstateRestaurant and REAL ESTATE for Sale – $2.2mil in Sales 2024
Kern County, CA
$2,250,000
Real EstateHigh Volume sales Supermarket with the Property
Napa County, CA
$15,900,000
Real EstateFreestanding Commercial Kitchen with Private Parking Lot
Los Angeles, CA
Real EstateOpportunity to develop a commercial/industrial lot
Mountain House, CA
$3,000,000
Real EstateGas Station, C-store, Liquor store with Real Estate
Kern County, CA
$3,900,000
Jerome Thissen
National Franchise Sales
Serving Orange County, CA
NFS turns a complex process into a smooth, speedy transaction. Since we work exclusively with franchise businesses, we understand that there are multiple parties involved in each transaction, and we stay on top of details like franchisor approval, lender requirements and lease assignments.
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Real EstateRetail / Medical Building On Firestone Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA
$950,000
Real EstateCash Flow Opportunity. Auto Industry including Real Estate.
San Leandro, CA
$3,500,000
Real EstateFor Lease - Turnkey Hotel Restaurant in Prime Silicon Valley Location
Palo Alto, CA
Real EstateWell-established Marin County Market, Deli & Coffee Bar
Marin County, CA
$1,250,000
Real EstateArco ampm Business, Real Estate with Additional income of $8,000/month
Stanislaus County, CA
$9,500,000
Real Estate3 Elderly Facilities 4SALE-FRESNO-$130kMo Gross
Fresno, CA
$850,000
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.
