El Monte, CA
$22,000,000
Businesses For Sale in California
Local Info
Investment Opportunity to a well-established food business
Home textile goods manufacturer with property
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Anaheim, CA
$15,500,000
Well-Established Manufacturer of Custom Bedding (Semi-Absentee)
Orange County, CA
$399,000
European Restaurant & Deli with Loyal Client Base & Fantastic Location
Los Angeles, CA
$800,000
Profitable construction company in a Growing Area
Escondido, CA
$500,000
Profitable Pool & Landscaping Construction company Established 20 yrs
Palmdale, CA
$550,000
Restaurant is located in a great location with a reasonable rent
Newark, CA
$125,000
San Fernando Pool Service Route for Sale
Ventura County, CA
$105,000
Pawn shop / Jewelry Exchange
Carmichael, CA
$40,000
Sushi/Japanese Restaurant in a high-traffice area
Millbrae, CA
$250,000
Beauty salon
Pasadena, CA
$300,000
Unique Home Lighting Sales and Service - $100k SDE
San Francisco, CA
$125,000
Thai Restaurant Bar and Lounge
San Diego County, CA
$1,200,000
Judgment Buisness
Coffee Destination
Isleton, CA
$69,000
16 FedEx Ground Routes - Athens, GA - Seller & Vehicle Financing
Athens, CA
$500,000
Tony Moran
Business Team
Serving Contra Costa County, CA
BTI Group, is the largest Business Brokerage firm in the Western United States, specializing in arranging the purchase and sale of privately owned companies. From our humble beginnings, we have grown to 7 offices and 100+ brokers throughout California. In total, we have successfully facilitated the sale of over 5,000 businesses in high-tech, manufacturing, service, retail, wholesale, food and beverage industries. More importantly than the number of businesses that we sell, the rolodex of 100+ associates providing access to corporate strategic buyers, private equity groups, and high network individuals creates competition and ultimately the best price for your business. We are involved in all levels of a transaction, including but not limited to: In depth market analysis and pricing strategy, coordination and implementation of marketing plans, scrutinizing and pre-screening all potential buyers, negotiating terms of transactions, arranging acquisition financing, administering paperwork and agreements, and interfacing with your attorney and CPA while coordinating due diligence, transaction details, and escrow.
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10 FedEx Ground Routes - Los Angeles, CA - Highly Profitable
Los Angeles, CA
$1,300,000
7 FedEx Ground Routes - Ukiah, CA - Seller Financing
Ukiah, CA
$550,000
6 FedEx Ground Routes - San Francisco, CA - Seller Financing
San Francisco, CA
$850,000
4 FedEx Linehaul Routes - Riverside (Rialto), CA - Vehicle Financing
Rialto, CA
$700,000
16 FedEx Linehaul Routes - St. Petersburg, FL - Vehicle Financing
Saint Petersburg, CA
$1,175,000
11 FedEx Ground Routes - St. Petersburg, FL - Seller & Vehicle Finance
Saint Petersburg, CA
$525,000
8 FedEx Ground Routes - St. Petersburg, FL - Vehicle Financing
Saint Petersburg, CA
$575,000
10 FedEx Ground Routes - Orlando (Sanford), FL - Highly Profitable
Sanford, CA
$775,000
Opportunity to Start Your Own Vending Machine Business!
13 FedEx Ground Routes - Palmetto, FL - Seller & Vehicle Financing
Palmetto, CA
$450,000
12 FedEx Ground Routes - North Ft. Myers, FL - Highly Profitable
Fort Myers, CA
$1,050,000
13 FedEx Ground Routes - Ft. Myers, FL - Vehicle Financing
Fort Myers, CA
$1,300,000
Profitable Retail Pharmacy inside Riverside's Medical Building
Riverside, CA
$3,150,650
Craft coffee shop near Old Town - excellent price
San Diego, CA
$75,000
Profitable Upscale Moraga Restaurant For Sale. SBA Pre-Approved
Moraga, CA
$349,000
Electrical Contracting Firm Specializing in Public Works and Schools
San Bernardino County, CA
$4,000,000
Mexican Restaurant - Granada Hills
Granada Hills, CA
$285,000
Fast Food Burgers, SBA Approved, Profitable, Priced Right
Riverside County, CA
$395,000
Long Beach Market w/Built-In Client Base – Absentee
Long Beach, CA
$450,000
Absentee Model Mobile Bespoke Suit Franchise w/ BIG Profit Margins!
Unlock Unlimited Income Potential: Top-Tier Janitorial Franchise
Riverside, CA
$250,000
45yo San Diego Driving & Traffic School
San Diego, CA
$165,000
Established Discount Retail Business for Sale
Riverside County, CA
$475,000
Auto Repair Shop - In Escrow
San Diego County, CA
$99,000
Premier Custom Screen Printing + Embroidery Business
San Diego County, CA
$350,000
Preschool Business For Sale Dublin, CA
Dublin, CA
$500,000
Family run Asian restaurant for sale in South San Jose
San Jose, CA
$150,000
Wholesale seafood distribution business for sale in Hayward
Hayward, CA
$475,000
Gary Walswick
KW COMMERCIAL
Serving Orange County, CA
KW COMMERCIAL is a Division of Keller Williams International, the recognized leader in the Real Estate Estate Industry, with almost 180,000 Agents around the world. The Commercial Division is a network of over 2,000 Commercial Real Estate Professionals, strategically placed in key Market Centers around the country. Capitalizing on it's " Local Touch & Global Reach", KW COMMERCIAL delivers a full spectrum of CRE Services, driven by the Client's needs and the highest level of market exposure.
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Well-established LGBTQ+ Men's Clothing Store w/ Over $400k Gross
West Hollywood, CA
$275,000
Mexican Restaurant with Food Truck
Riverside, CA
$375,000
Legal Collections
Established Restaurant For Sale With Type 41 ABC License.
Riverside County, CA
$380,000
Franchised Juice Bar - Rancho Cucamonga/Fontana Area - High Net
San Bernardino County, CA
$350,000
Bar & Billiards Business
Modesto, CA
$160,000
Large Termite & Pest Control Business
Orange County, CA
$8,500,000
Beauty Expertise Needed in California City, California!
California City, CA
$150,000
Gas Station w/ Real Property $370,000 Net Income
Tuolumne County, CA
$2,300,000
"San Jose" Restaurant Business for Sale near Evergreen Village Square!
San Jose, CA
$180,000
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.
