San Francisco, CA
$400,000
Businesses For Sale in California
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Mars Bar/Restaurant – Iconic SoMa Venue w/ Full Liquor & Entertainment
"SF Downtown Berkeley" Restaurant for Sale in PRIME Location!
Berkeley, CA
$99,000
Award-Winning Bay Area Design-Build Firm with Prov
San Francisco County, CA
$4,000,000
Established & Turnkey Restaurant WITH FULL 47 Liquor License
Lancaster, CA
$250,000
Encinitas Pool Service Route for Sale
San Diego County, CA
$38,400
Popular Takeout Japanese Restaruant for Sale
Alameda County, CA
$350,000
Established Senior Care Business (Alamo, CA)
Alamo, CA
$94,000
Chico Pool Service Route for Sale
Butte County, CA
$18,000
Postal, Mailbox and Shipping Franchise - Upscale Beach LA Community
Los Angeles County, CA
$125,000
Great Nail Salon in Rolando San Diego
San Diego, CA
$45,000
Express Car Wash with Real Estate(Land & Building) - Very Attractive
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Tulare County, CA
$8,997,000
Fast Food Restaurant - Beer & Wine - High Gross/Net -City of Calabasas
Calabasas, CA
$495,000
Charming Restaurant & Real Estate Opportunity – Julian, CA
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Julian, CA
$1,279,000
Major price reduction. Cost Segregation, Leased ends Jan 1, 2026
$950,000
San Francisco, CA
Hospice Agency for Sale
Van Nuys, CA
$200,000
Perfection in the East Valley
Burbank, CA
$875,000
BJ Delhamer
Insite Commercial Real Estate Advisors
Serving San Diego County, CA
Insight Commercial is a commercial real estate brokerage specializing in the bulk sale of operational child care centers and assisted living facilities. We offer a rare blend of business brokerage expertise and commercial real estate transaction acumen, allowing our clients to maximize the combined value of their business and property. Our primary focus is helping owners exit with confidence by delivering qualified buyers, seamless deal structures, and the highest possible price for both the enterprise and the underlying real estate. We understand the complexities of regulated industries, including licensing requirements, subsidy structures, and facility compliance, and we bring that knowledge to every transaction. Whether it's a single-site operation or a multi-location portfolio, we tailor the process to meet the specific needs of each owner while ensuring a smooth transition for staff, families, and residents. Our team has closed dozens of transactions across California and beyond, with an unmatched track record in presenting clean, professional listing packages that attract institutional and entrepreneurial buyers alike.
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High Volume Fine Dining Restaurant,Full Bar, Outdoor seating, Low Rent
La Verne, CA
$1,999,888
High-End Hair & Nail Salon in Premier OC Hotel
Anaheim, CA
$49,000
Auto Repair & STIHL Power Equipment Dealer
Georgetown, CA
$460,000
Leading Sports Nutrition and Supplement Company in the Industry
Corona, CA
$250,000
great location smoke shop corona del Mar for sale
Corona Del Mar, CA
$140,000
Auto Repair & STIHL Power Equipment Dealer
Georgetown, CA
$460,000
Poke Bar Restaurant - Very Turnkey & Profitable - Low Labor
San Bernardino County, CA
$89,000
Establised Pest Control Biz - Recurring Revenue
Sacramento County, CA
$740,000
RCFE, Congregate, ARF, Rehab or Assisted Living Care Facility
Lancaster, CA
10 Years Profitable Ramen in Azusa College Center
Azusa, CA
$90,000
Liquor Store for Sale in Fountain valley
Fountain Valley, CA
$280,000
Fully built out Wellness clinic in Santa Monica
Santa Monica, CA
$99,000
Established Home Services Franchise – Profitable & Turnkey Opportunity
Santa Clara, CA
$549,900
Profitable and well known cafe in Sherman Oaks
Sherman Oaks, CA
$349,000
Two Profitable Absentee-Run Franchise Units – Turnkey Opportunity!
Los Angeles County, CA
$689,000
Restaurant for Sale - Milpitas !!
Milpitas, CA
$500,000
Well Established Sushi Restaurant
Modesto, CA
$250,000
Profitable Solana Beach Cafe
Solana Beach, CA
$200,000
Branded Gas Station with Permits Ready for C-Store Expansion!
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Eagle Rock, CA
$4,995,000
Thriving Landmark Restaurant – Extraordinary Business Opportunity
$249,000
Ramona, CA
Hair Salon
Glendale, CA
$50,000
Rare Opportunity Dry Cleaning Business w/ Real Estate For Sale
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Solano County, CA
$2,650,000
NEMT- Non-Emergency Medical Transport
San Bernardino County, CA
$550,000
Lego® Minifigures, Sets, Bricks & More!
Costa Mesa, CA
$349,000
Sushi Kiosk - STATER BROS Grocery Store, High Net 7K Monthly AVG.
Murrieta, CA
$109,000
Ventura County Home Health – 30 Census
Simi Valley, CA
$899,000
Grocery & Specialty Market – Stanislaus County
Modesto, CA
$100,000
Cash Flowing Liquor Store in Prime Traffic Corridor | Alameda County
Alameda County, CA
$349,999
Gerald Bendix
gBx Brokerage
Serving Shasta County, CA
• Experience in the acquisition and sale of small and mid-sized firms. • Owned, operated, and grew a manufacturing company with $37MM annual wholesale and retail revenues and multi-million dollar Federal contracts. • Detailed, hands-on, day-to-day knowledge of the multitude of areas involved in running a small to moderate-sized company including: Leadership, Finance, Production, Marketing, Sales, Contracting, and Human Resources. California and Oregon Real Estate Broker Licenses. • Education: BA, Willamette University, Major: Economics; Masters in Science, The Sloan Program, Graduate School of Business, Stanford University. • Helping Business Owners Value and Sell Their Companies. • Assisting Business Purchasers Find the Right Company to Buy.
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Turnkey Liquor Store in a Busy Area - San Joaquin County
San Joaquin County, CA
$330,999
DRY CLEANERS, $600K+ Annually, $160K+ Profit-No. CA
Santa Rosa, CA
$495,000
Prime Opportunity: Retail Condominium with Operating Franchise
$1,100,000
San Francisco, CA
Nursery Garden Center in Murphys,CA
Murphys, CA
$199,000
Established Lash Extension Business – 10 Years – Turnkey Operation
Alameda, CA
$15,000
Exceptional turnkey cannabis cultivation facility
Antioch, CA
$2,400,000
Axe throwing venue for sale
West Covina, CA
$20,000
Licensed Medicare Certified and JC Accredited HHA
Camarillo, CA
Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $250,000
Local Packing and Shipping Business Since 1983
Redding, CA
$179,500
Well-Established Landscape Business for Sale – Great Reputation
Elk Grove, CA
$2,000,000
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.
