San Diego County, CA
$499,000
Businesses in California For Sale
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Gorgeous, Multi-Location Franchised Yoga Studios in San Diego
Cosmetology College | 9 Years | High Net
Rosemead, CA
$349,000
Fantastic Corner Sandwich shop business for sale
San Francisco, CA
$67,000
Deck Design & Build Contractor - Profitable & Long-Established
Sonoma County, CA
Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $336,153
Marketing Agency. 20% EBITDA margin
San Francisco, CA
$8,500,000
Semi Absentee Passive Business Model, No experience necessary B to B
Fullerton, CA
$650,000
Affordable Turn-key Boba Shop
La Verne, CA
$70,000
Established restaurant bistro style in Downtown Redwood City
Redwood City, CA
$245,000
Established sandwich shop/cafe in a fast growing area
Yolo County, CA
$300,000
Italian Restaurant Business: Cafe Milano For Sale
San Diego, CA
$300,000
FranchiseOnce Upon A Child
Available Nationwide
$90,000
Turnkey DME Business with Growth Potential
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Butte County, CA
$999,000
10 FedEx Ground Routes - Palm Springs, CA - Seller & Vehicle Financing
Palm Springs, CA
$325,000
Plumbing & Rooter Company
$700,000
Redwood City, CA
High Volume Asian buffet restaurant for sale in SF Fisherman Whalf
San Francisco, CA
$490,000
Nail salon+ facial business for sale in Newark shopping center
Newark, CA
$80,000
Rick Teh, EMBA, CBI
Accel Business Advisors
Serving Alameda County, CA
We are a team of seasoned business brokers passionate about helping business owners and investors in business transactions. Our brokers operate less like salespeople and more closely to wedding planners; We will get to know your needs, show you what it will take to get there, and make sure that things are going according to plan the entire way. Our team of brokers has extensive experience and training working with a wide variety of business listings and performing valuations. Your business showcases your hard work and dedication; it deserves the highest level of professionalism that will lead you to a successful closing. All of our team members have had previous experience owning their own business and understand that placing your business for sale can be a stressful time. Through our rigorous training programs, our brokers have learned how to find the right buyer for your business and how to make the closing process run smoothly.
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Wholesale Distributors Chemicals, Equipment, and Supplies
Sacramento County, CA
$1,500,000
Mexican Restaurants with Real Estate - Two Units - High Gross High Net
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Orange County, CA
$10,000,000
Bakersfield Pizza Nets $143,000 yr. SBA $60,000 Down Rent $1,368/month
Bakersfield, CA
$355,000
Ready-Mix Concrete and Aggregate Supply *Pre-Approved Lending
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Lassen County, CA
$1,300,000
Elk Grove Pool Service Route for Sale
Sacramento County, CA
$97,200
FranchiseGrowth Coach
Available in California
$50,000
Turn-key Used Car Dealership
San Diego, CA
$150,000
5 star reviews beauty salon for sale in Newark
Newark, CA
$190,000
Kawaii klaws
$400,000
Downey, CA
High Volume Liquor Store In Prime Area Of Orange County For Sale
Anaheim, CA
$799,000
'THE CHEESESTEAK SHOP' has a Profitable and Popular Location for Sale
Livermore, CA
$274,999
Popular Restaurant, Bar, and Hookah
North Hollywood, CA
$795,000
Profitable and Well-Loved American Burger Joint – $130K Seller Earning
San Jose, CA
$249,000
Hospice Agency – Sherman Oaks, Los Angeles County
Sherman Oaks, CA
$250,000
Profitable HVAC/Hydronics Company located in S. California
California
$599,000
'THE CHEESESTEAK SHOP' has a Profitable and Popular Location for Sale.
Alameda, CA
$249,999
FranchiseSylvan Learning
Available Nationwide
$75,000
Profitable HVAC/Hydronics Company S. California
California
$599,000
800SF Pizzeria For Sale; Corner Location & Great Neighborhood Goodwill
Alameda, CA
$75,000
Turnkey established digital printing firm with outstanding reputation.
$1,800,000
Petaluma, CA
High-Growth Residential Cleaning Franchise Resale - Prime San Diego
San Diego County, CA
$189,000
Downtown LA Restaurant – $350K+ per month in 2024 – $600K
Los Angeles, CA
$600,000
FranchisePet Evolution
Available Nationwide
$175,000
Central California Truck Stop & C-Store with Real Estate Included
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
California
$1,995,000
High Traffic Dry Cleaners For Sale
Rocklin, CA
$200,000
Wellness Center
Los Angeles County, CA
$150,000
Coin Laundry - Owner Absentee-Plenty of Parking
Santa Clara County, CA
$296,000
Coffee & Tea with Dessert Shop
Los Alamitos, CA
$200,000
yazan ibrahim
First American Brokers
Serving Placer County, CA
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Liquor Store for Sale in Murrieta
Murrieta, CA
$300,000
Corner Restaurant Spacious kitchen with a Long Hood & Patio
Milpitas, CA
$288,000
Established Insurance Agency- Farmers Insurance
$200,000
Temecula, CA
Spacious Restaurant W/ Open Kitchen on El- Camino Real W/type 41
Redwood City, CA
$228,000
Restaurant next to Angels Stadium of Anaheim & Honda Center
Anaheim, CA
$98,000
FranchiseBig Frog Custom T-Shirts & More
Available in California
$250,000
9 FedEx Ground Routes - Oceanside, CA - Seller & Vehicle Financing
Oceanside, CA
$900,000
6 FedEx Ground Routes - Santa Rosa, CA - Seller & Vehicle Financing
Windsor, CA
$550,000
A turn-key business for the mosquito & pest season!
Orange County, CA
$69,500
Profitable Chiropractic Clinic in High-Traffic Location, San Francisco
San Francisco County, CA
$429,000
Dry Cleaner Agency Great Location Near Huntington Hospital
Pasadena, CA
$50,000
Sought After Profitable Luxury Beauty Business in NELA
Los Angeles, CA
$660,000
SUBWAY Sandwich Lease is Over Price Only $50K
La Habra, CA
$50,000
7321 Santa Monica Blvd.
West Hollywood, CA
$500,000
Meat Grocery Market -LA North
North Hills, CA
$950,000
FranchiseMatco Tools
Available in California
$10,000
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.
