San Jose, CA
$350,000
Businesses in California For Sale
Local Info
A profitable restaurant in S. San Jose
CASH COW Pizzeria/Arcade w/Beer and Wine, SBA Pre-Aprvd!
San Bernardino County, CA
$599,000
7 FedEx Ground Routes - Ocala, FL - Highly Profitable
Ocala, CA
$725,000
16 FedEx Ground Routes - North Portland, OR - Seller Financing
Portland, CA
$1,950,000
7 FedEx Ground Routes - North Portland, OR - Seller Financing
Portland, CA
$950,000
7 FedEx Ground Routes - Sun Valley, CA - Highly Profitable
Sun Valley, CA
$1,000,000
12 FedEx Ground Routes - San Jose, CA - Vehicle Financing
San Jose, CA
$1,075,000
Kitchen & Bath Contractor – 30+ Years, $280K SDE, Strong Growth
Santa Clara County, CA
$525,000
Telecommunications networking
California
$350,000
Established High-End Landscaping Company
San Bernardino County, CA
$2,200,000
Liquor and grocery store
Alameda County, CA
$700,000
Trucking Company 3+ years running 1 Semi + covered 53' flat Trailer
Loomis, CA
$175,000
Allstate Agency in Northern CA. Elite Status - Active Variable Comp
San Joaquin County, CA
$1,183,700
Well-known ramen franchise in major shopping center
San Diego County, CA
$270,000
Beauty SPA for sale
Lake Forest, CA
$90,000
Alhambra restaurant for sale
Alhambra, CA
$90,000
Tyler Evans
So-Cal Business Brokers
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
Seller Representation Only! We represent sellers, not buyers, and have been doing it for over 30 years and have an outstanding 90+% Success Rate! We encourage you to spend time on our website ( www.so-calbusinessbrokers.com ) as it is our means of sharing a lot of vital information that can help you avoid mistakes and maximize your transaction. At a minimum, view and understand The Best Possible Transaction and The Sales Process and you will know more than 90% of the people who want to sell their businesses and a lot more than most business brokers. We concentrate our coverage in Southern California with a major emphasis on Orange County, San Diego County and Los Angeles County and we do not charge an ‘up-front’ fee. Many in this industry charge for valuations, industry reviews, ‘packaging’, expenses, etc. and our sole compensation is a Success Fee that is paid when your transaction closes —- in essence, we only get paid when you get paid and if we can’t sell your business at a price and upon terms acceptable to you, then you do not owe us a dime!
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Allstate Agency Northern Ca. 30 years Established
Modesto, CA
$2,399,000
11 FedEx Ground Routes - Burbank, CA - Seller Financing
Burbank, CA
$750,000
13 FedEx Ground Routes - Los Angeles (Vernon), CA - Seller Financing
Los Angeles, CA
$1,500,000
14 FedEx Ground Routes - Fremont, CA - Highly Profitable
Fremont, CA
$1,900,000
9 FedEx Ground Routes - Carson, CA - Highly Profitable
Carson, CA
$875,000
15 FedEx Ground Routes - Santa Rosa (Windsor), CA - Seller Financing
Windsor, CA
$1,100,000
Boba tea and Poke shop for sale in Downtown San Rafael
San Rafael, CA
$75,000
Restaurant Space in Santa Barbara County
Santa Barbara County, CA
$149,000
Asian hot pot restaurant for sale in Fremont near COSTCO, TARGET
Fremont, CA
$288,000
ARCO/AMPM with Property Tuolumne County
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Tuolumne County, CA
$11,000,000
Lodi CA, (San Joaquin County) Tax & Bookkeeping Practice for Sale
San Joaquin County, CA
$410,000
Calabasas, CA CPA Practice for Sale
Los Angeles County, CA
$700,000
Precision Aerospace Machine Shop
Orange County, CA
$595,000
Laguna Beach Fine Dining with full alcohol, established since 2011
Laguna Beach, CA
$1,599,999
Established Branded Gas Station with Auto Repair shop in FresnoCounty
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Fresno County, CA
$3,900,000
Liquor Store - South LA
Los Angeles, CA
$950,000
Absentee Owner Fantastic Sams - Growth Potential
San Diego, CA
$25,000
Established Family-Owned Produce Distributor
San Diego County, CA
$225,000
Detox Residential LA. High Profits. Drug + Alcohol
Los Angeles County, CA
$8,500,000
Beer & Wine Bar for Sale in Long Beach
Long Beach, CA
$200,000
Profitable Physical Therapy Practice in San Jose
San Jose, CA
$1,100,000
Established prime location restaurant with full equipment
San Jose, CA
$150,000
Papa John's Pizza- Steady Sales- All New Equipment-Profitable
Ventura County, CA
$249,000
Profitable Physical Therapy Practice in San Jose
San Jose, CA
$1,100,000
Baja Fresh Franchise – Prime Simi Valley Location
Simi Valley, CA
$135,000
Profitable, Part time Drink Mix Supplier
Orange County, CA
$385,000
Subway Oakland
Oakland, CA
$349,000
Established Health Café with Loyal Local Customer Base
El Dorado County, CA
$212,500
Bill Grunau
Pacific Business Brokers
Serving Orange County, CA
Pacific Business Sales specializes in the sale of small and mid-size businesses in Orange County, LA County, the Inland Empire, and Silicon Valley. We also sell commercial real estate and work closely with CPAs and financial advisors that specialize in tax and retirement planning for business owners selling their businesses. Pacific Business Sales represents companies in technology, manufacturing, distribution & 3PL, construction, healthcare & health services, and B2B services markets. What to Expect * Market Value Analysis of your business before you sign a representation agreement * A smooth transaction process with our guidance step-by-step * A comprehensive Offering Memorandum (prospectus, aka business profile) for your business providing Buyers with the details they need to make an intelligent decision about buying your business * Featured Ads for your business and email blasts to the BizBuySell Buyer database + our buyer database * SBA financing for the sale of your business. Typically over 90% of our transactions use SBA financing which means more cash at closing for the Seller and better financing terms for the Buyer. We work exclusively with SBA PLP (Preferred Lending Program Lenders) * Our CPA, Financial Advisor, and Attorney affiliates/partners are available to assist you with tax planning, financial planning, Due Diligence support, and legal services if you require these services * 34 five Star reviews on Google. See the testimonials & reviews on our website
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Casino Cardrooms with Restaurant & Bar
Rancho Cordova, CA
$1,500,000
Gas Station & Mart with Real Estate, Absentee Owner, SBA Approved.
Crescent City, CA
$3,200,000
Thriving Preschool in Shasta County Business + Real Estate
Shasta County, CA
$200,000
Water Store, Smoothie & Ice Cream Shop in Anaheim
Anaheim, CA
$145,000
Popular El Monte location with tons of potential
El Monte, CA
$205,000
Established Swimming Pool Routes for sale in So. California
Upland, CA
$280,000
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.
