Alameda County, CA
$79,950
Businesses For Sale in California
Local Info
5 day deli in industrial/commercial park
High-End Window Treatment Company $200K+ SDE
Contra Costa County, CA
$599,000
Selling a profitable car hauling business
Los Angeles, CA
$190,000
Pet Grooming Business for Sale in Prime Torrance Location
Torrance, CA
$160,000
Wetzel Pretzel Franchise
San Luis Obispo County, CA
$150,000
ANTOJITOS TENAMPA Family Mexican Restaurant
Lemon Grove, CA
$99,000
Sustainable Wholesale Trade Pet Product Business With Strong Brand
San Francisco, CA
$600,000
Award Winning Cafe & Artisinal Bakery in the North Bay
Sonoma County, CA
$267,000
Busy established plumbing company Malibu
Malibu, CA
$250,000
Beauty salon for sale in Rocklin shopping center
Rocklin, CA
$38,000
Donut Franchise business for sale in Concord plaza
Concord, CA
$178,000
Beauty Salon For Sale In La Jolla
San Diego County, CA
$299,000
Commercial Electrical & Lighting, Service & Repair Corp.
Orange County, CA
$4,200,000
Busy Pizza Restaurant in a great location
$140,000
Los Angeles, CA
OEM Wiring Harness Manufacturer - B2B, Recurring, Relocatable
Santa Cruz, CA
$1,100,000
Much Loved Bead Store in Alameda County
Alameda County, CA
$64,900
Moe Bousaid
First Choice Business Brokers
Serving Orange County, CA
Since 1994 First Choice Business Brokers Las Vegas has created successful Business Sale Transactions by: - A consultive approach with both Buyer and Seller from valuation through transfer of ownership, always creating a win-win outcome. - Negotiating between Buyer and Seller by keeping their end goal in mind which is a smooth transition of ownership with terms that are acceptable to both. - Facilitating the sale by being a conduit of information between Buyer and Seller. - Navigating the process between Buyer, Seller, Closing Entity and Lenders. We listen, apply our knowledge, and prioritize your needs. From inquiry to close we are committed to confidentially serving our clients. If you're looking to buy or sell a business, don't settle for anything less than our professional, experienced business intermediaries. Business owners, when it is time to reap the rewards of your years of hard work, plan to enhance your business' value with effective pre-sale planning , market positioning and optimized deal structure. Your approach to selling your business will determine your legacy. Our passionate team of professionals and our comprehensive processes will get the job done.
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Auto Supply Shop
Los Angeles, CA
$75,000
Downtown Lotus
Coloma, CA
$100,000
Westlake Village High End Dry Cleaners
Westlake Village, CA
$350,000
Asian Concept Prime Location Walnut Creek
Walnut Creek, CA
$300,000
Prime Commercial Kitchen with Retail Frontage – Flexible Use
Daly City, CA
$99,000
Absentee run Korean fried chicken restaurant for sale near UC Berkeley
Berkeley, CA
$220,000
1,495sf Hookah Lounge w/Low Rent
Pomona, CA
$78,000
RC3 Appliance Repair
Santa Rosa, CA
$85,000
Modern Absentee-Run Pizza Franchise
$289,000
Riverside, CA
Well-Known Turnkey Armenian Fastfood Restaurant for Sale
Glendale, CA
$300,000
Thriving Poke restaurant in high traffic plaza -turnkey business
Ventura, CA
$35,000
Wedding and Event Planning Company For Sale
San Juan Capistrano, CA
$425,000
Private Mail Box Business for Sale in Ventura County
Ventura County, CA
$160,000
40yr Established Commercial Electrical Services Company
Orange County, CA
$3,500,000
High-Volume Independent Gas Station (Business Only)
Palmdale, CA
$1,777,000
Pizza Scotts Valley Nets $109,127 $25,000 Dn., EIDL Note of 3.75% int.
Scotts Valley, CA
$300,000
"Thriving Test Prep & Tutoring Business for Sale – 18 Years of Success
Pasadena, CA
$285,000
High-Volume Pinkberry San Diego, CA - Fashion Valley Shopping Mall!
San Diego, CA
$249,000
Reputable Mobile Mechanic Business for Sale
Los Angeles County, CA
$115,000
Wholesale Independent Optical Lab with Sizeable Revenue and Assets
$1,500,000
Los Angeles, CA
Profitable Behavioral Health Group Services Co. – Recurring Revenue
Los Angeles County, CA
$1,000,000
Beverage Drinks Shop FOR SALE in City of Industry
Rowland Heights, CA
$90,000
Absantee Owned and Operated Cyclebar Franchise For Sale
Orange County, CA
$650,000
Cleanest Topless Nightclub Anywhere!
San Diego, CA
$3,000,000
8 FedEx Ground Routes, Arcadia CA
Arcadia, CA
$795,000
Beauty Supply - Inglewood *great potential*
Inglewood, CA
$180,000
7 FedEx Ground Routes, Salinas (Watsonville) CA
Watsonville, CA
$695,000
TAEKWONDO ACADEMY- 7 YEARS SUCCESS
Orange County, CA
$55,000
Don Gunter
Sunbelt Business Brokers
Serving Orange County, CA
When you’re preparing to buy or sell a business in Orange County, you need an experienced, winning team to guide you through the transaction process. At Sunbelt of Orange County, our brokers and M&A advisors have decades of combined experience and are well-versed in the Orange County marketplace. Give our team a call today to begin your search for a business or prepare your business for sale.
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Laboratory with Medicare, 550K gross
Chatsworth, CA
$600,000
Coin Laundry Business for Sale in Stanislaus County
Stanislaus County, CA
$600,000
21,000 Sq Ft Appliance & Parts Biz with $500k+ in Inventor,
$600,000
Los Angeles, CA
Turnkey Lighting Maintenance & Electrical Business For Sale
San Diego, CA
$356,000
Auto Repair W/ Property-Est 60 Years, Retiring!
Orange County, CA
$2,145,000
Absolute Turnkey/Established Barbershop-South County
Chula Vista, CA
$79,000
Landscaping and Gardening Business For Sale
San Diego County, CA
$120,000
OC2103 Premium Wood Restoration Services
Santa Clara County, CA
$400,000
Turnkey Restaurant Opportunity in Scenic Tehachapi, CA
Tehachapi, CA
$330,000
Established SMOG Check on Prime Real Estate
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Westminster, CA
$1,550,000
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.
