National City, CA
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Businesses For Sale in San Diego County, CA
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6 Bay Shop With 26 Year Clientele / Auto Repair Experience Required
Fallbrook, CA
Established Auto Repair & Service Shop - 26 Years of Excellence in Fallbrook, CA This thriving 6-bay automotive service facility represents an exceptional opportunity to acquire a well-established...
Cash Flow: $316,800
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Thriving Creative Art Studio for Sale — inside Liberty Station
San Diego, CA
Asking Price: $485,000 Own one of San Diego's most unique experiential businesses located in the heart of the highly sought-after Liberty Station Arts District. Hawaii Fluid Art Liberty Station...
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Authentic Persian and Mediterranean Restaurant
San Diego County, CA
American and Mediterranean Restaurant is a Persian family-owned restaurant rooted in tradition and hospitality. Their menu brings together authentic Persian flavors and Mediterranean influences,...
Established Promotional Products Business - Prime San Diego County
Escondido, CA
This established promotional products and branded apparel business presents an exceptional opportunity in San Diego County's thriving Escondido market. Founded in 2014, this turnkey franchise has...
Cash Flow: $140,000
BRAND NEW SMOKE SHOP Uptown Smoke & Vape & Mini Mart
San Diego, CA
UPTOWN SMOKE & VAPE & MINI MART - ESTABLISHED SAN DIEGO RETAIL OPPORTUNITY This well-established smoke shop and mini mart presents a compelling investment opportunity in San Diego's vibrant Uptown...
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Profitable Amazon FBA + Walmart Wholesale Store | 28-45% ROI | Turnkey
San Diego County, CA
PROFITABLE AMAZON FBA + WALMART WHOLESALE STORE | 28-45% ROI | TURNKEY This established multi-channel e-commerce business generates $352,000 in annual revenue with $85,000 in seller's discretionary...
Cash Flow: $85,000
CHEAP RENT SEND IN OFFERS Stir It Up Coffeehouse & Cafe
Spring Valley, CA
STIR IT UP COFFEEHOUSE & CAFE - PROFITABLE SPRING VALLEY OPPORTUNITY This established coffeehouse and cafe presents an attractive investment opportunity in Spring Valley, demonstrating strong...
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Liquor Beer Wine Meat Groceries-One Stop Shop
Alpine, CA
Established Liquor Store & Market - Alpine, CA This thriving neighborhood institution has been serving the Alpine community since 2009, operating as a comprehensive one-stop shop generating $1.44...
Cash Flow: $240,000
The Only Cannoli
Oceanside, CA
We have grown this venture into a highly profitable operation, surpassing $1 million in total sales and securing a six-figure profit in 2022, 2023, & 2025 We’ve established exclusive vendor contracts...
Cash Flow: $250,000
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Pet Wants
Franchise
Available in California
Fresh pet food franchise in a $158B industry. Low investment, proven system, full support. Avg. revenue $546K. No experience needed.
Turnkey Charcuterie Catering Business in Prime San Diego Market
San Diego County, CA
Turnkey specialty catering and food business located in a desirable San Diego market with limited direct competition. The business specializes in premium charcuterie boards, boxes, grazing spreads,...
Turnkey Charcuterie Catering Business in Coastal Southern California
San Diego County, CA
Step into one of the fastest-growing segments of the food and catering industry with this turnkey specialty charcuterie and grazing business located in a highly desirable Southern California coastal...
Established and Profitable Mexican Restaurant in High Traffic Location
Chula Vista, CA
Rare opportunity to acquire a well-established and fully operational Mexican restaurant in one of South Bay’s most desirable and growing trade areas. With nearly a decade of operating history, a...
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Unique & Scalable Wellness & Lifestyle Consumer Brand: Turn key ready
Bonita, CA
This is an established wellness candle brand with a loyal customer base, strong digital presence, and streamlined operations, it’s a turnkey opportunity for a new owner to grow through e-commerce,...
Cash Flow: $100,000
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Turnkey Tech Repair Franchise with Built-In B2B & Insurance Revenue
Poway, CA
Acquire a fully operational, high-margin tech repair franchise specializing in smartphones, tablets, computers, and gaming consoles. This turnkey business benefits from a premium retail location and...
EBITDA: $20,000
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Tim Whipple
Sunbelt Business Brokers
Serving San Diego County, CA
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Premium Hotel & Resort Linen Distribution Company - High Margins
San Diego County, CA
This profitable textile manufacturing enterprise caters exclusively to the hotel and lodging sector, providing a comprehensive range of high-quality linens, drapery, bathroom essentials, and specialty...
Cash Flow: $350,000
Fresh Monkee - Truly Healthy Shakes
Carlsbad, CA
Fresh Monkee - Premium Health Food & Nutrition Franchise Opportunity Established health-focused smoothie and protein shake franchise serving the growing Carlsbad, CA market with premium made-to-order...
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Well-known, brand-name guitar pedal company for sale.
San Diego, CA
Boomerang was established in 1994 in Grapevine, Texas. It's a household name in the music industry. Cash-flow is positive and debt-free. Very low overhead for daily operations. Sales and Admin duties...
Cash Flow: $75,000
*****PRICE REDUCTION $150,000-Rare Type 48 Bar For Sale*****
San Diego, CA
A very rare find is currently available in Mission Hills. A type-48 bar location (NO food requirement) with a live entertainment license that has been recently completely remodeled from the ground up...
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Established Independent Gym — Turnkey Business for Sale
San Diego, CA
A rare opportunity to acquire a fully operational fitness business with a proven track record and a loyal, paying membership base already in place. This independent 24-hour gym has done the hard work...
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DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen
Franchise
Available Nationwide
$1.5M Avg Revenue, 46% Gross Margins in a $600B Market, Scalable model built for high ROI and long-term growth.
Profitable Sushi Restaurant for Sale
Poway, CA
Profitable Sushi Restaurant for Sale in Poway, CA This well-established sushi restaurant presents an exceptional opportunity for an experienced operator seeking a turnkey business in one of San Diego...
Cash Flow: $1,000,000
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Prime Location Acai Bowl/Juice Bar- Convoy District San Diego
San Diego, CA
Excellent opportunity to own a fully built-out juice bar in the highly desirable Convoy District. This prime location offers strong foot traffic, excellent street visibility, and convenient on-site...
Brand New Turnkey Stretching Studio!
Asset Sale
San Diego, CA
Step into one of California's most prestigious wellness markets with this operational STRETCHMED® studio located at 7606 Girard Ave, La Jolla, CA. This turnkey opportunity offers the perfect mix of...
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Asset Sale: Mobile Jewelry & Charm Bar Business
Asset Sale
San Diego, CA
This is an asset sale and relocatable. Background on the company: I have operated a mobile jewelry & charm bar company that holds weekly spaces in two of the most popular and sought after farmers...
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Reduced! Restaurant Asset Sale Fashion Valley Mall Location, Turn Key
Asset Sale
San Diego, CA
This is a turnkey food court asset sale located in one of San Diego’s premier shopping destinations with consistently strong foot traffic. The space is fully built out with a high-capacity commercial...
San Diego Water Restoration Business
Asset Sale
San Diego, CA
Asset sale only. Step into a prime opportunity to own a turnkey water damage restoration business in San Diego’s high-demand market. This asset sale includes over $200,000 in premium equipment,...
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Established Farmers Agency in El Cajon | Spanish-Speaking Client
El Cajon, CA
Established insurance agency in El Cajon with approximately $2.4M in premium and a strong foundation of bundled households that support strong retention and long-term client relationships. The book is...
Professional Medical Staffing Company for Home Health & Hospice
SBA LOAN ELIGIBLE
San Diego, CA
Professional Medical Staffing Company specializing in home health and hospice services offers an exceptional acquisition opportunity in San Diego County's robust healthcare market. Established in...
Cash Flow: $1,800,000
Dry Cleaners - Agency & Plant
Escondido, CA
Established 1998, this full-service Escondido dry cleaner runs a proven plant-and-agency model with a tenured team and on-site manager. Equipment and vehicles included; leases transferable; delivered...
Cash Flow: $66,313
Legacy - Performance Sport Boutique, Customer Lounge & More
La Jolla, CA
For five decades, this premier sports boutique has been more than just a retail store—it's been the heartbeat of La Jolla's active lifestyle community. What began as one entrepreneur's vision to serve...
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Cash Flow: $189,900
Juice It Up!
Franchise
Available in California
Join a proven 30+ year brand with a strong franchise foundation, delivering $852K AUV among the top 25% and achieving 50% growth from 2019 to 2024. Capitalize on low startup costs, efficient operations, and a compact footprint designed for high performance and profitability.
Sports Bar in Encinitas – a Chicago Style Pizza Franchise
San Diego County, CA
Sports Bar in Encinitas with Type 47 is a well-known Chicago Style Pizza Franchise. This popular establishment enjoys a consistently loyal following and great reviews. A sports bar (with full bar)...
Cash Flow: $179,399
Profitable, Turnkey Commercial Cleaning & Disinfecting Business
San Diego County, CA
Established commercial cleaning and disinfecting service company with 5 ongoing commercial contracts that generate consistent recurring revenue. The business also provides services to property...
Cash Flow: $53,892
Turnkey Wellness Studio in Downtown Oceanside
Oceanside, CA
Turnkey Wellness Studio in Downtown Oceanside - Established Brand with 5-Star Reviews This thriving wellness studio presents an exceptional opportunity to acquire an established business in the heart...
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Cash Flow: $80,000
Profitable Dumpster Rental Business – San Diego – Turnkey Opportunity
San Diego, CA
The seller is willing to provide transition support to ensure a smooth and successful transition....
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Cash Flow: $42,000
Dominant San Diego Epoxy Garage Flooring Company for Sale
San Diego County, CA
This established garage flooring company has built a stellar reputation as the go-to provider for premium epoxy and polyaspartic flooring solutions in San Diego County. Known for its craftsmanship,...
Cash Flow: $185,539
Martinizing Cleaners
Franchise
Available Nationwide
Martinizing is the Most Iconic Name In Dry Cleaning!
Vegan & GF Packaged food business with eight wholesale accounts
San Diego, CA
Original, wholesome, convenient & unique sustainably packaged Vegan & gluten free foods, tried & tested over ten years at my prior vegan restaurant in La Jolla. Potential goes beyond just consumer...
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Catering Business for Sale - Weddings, Corporate & Private Events
San Diego County, CA
Profitable catering company specializing in weddings & corporate events I $120K SDE I 70+ events/year I $140K+ booked pipeline I Preferred venue relationships I Low overhead & scalable. Established...
Cash Flow: $120,382
Seller Financed Packaging Machinery Mfr | $773K SDE | 50+ Years
San Diego County, CA
This Southern California packaging machinery manufacturer has built a 50+ year reputation as the dependable, value-engineered choice in its equipment category. The company designs and builds its...
Cash Flow: $773,000
Motivated and Priced to Sell
Escondido, CA
Transform Your Career with This Semi-Absentee Beauty & Personal Care Opportunity in Escondido Discover financial freedom through this established beauty and personal care business designed for the...
Mission Foods Route For Sale- San Diego CA-$50,000
San Diego, CA
Reduced-Mission Foods Route For Sale- San Diego CA- $50,000 #Ownaroute #Buyaroute #Distributor #Distributorship #IndependentDistributor #MissionRoute #MissionFoodsRoute #Mission #Flatbread...
Cash Flow: $67,767
Erik Wiese
Wiese & Associates
Serving San Diego County, CA
Since graduating from Harvard in 1989, Wiese & Associates has been providing outstanding commercial real estate brokerage and management services. We also specialize in business sales with a current emphasis on gas stations, car washes and convenience stores.
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Promotional Products & Apparel Business
San Diego County, CA
This is an opportunity to acquire a well-established promotional products and branded merchandise business in San Diego County, operating under the world's largest promotional products and embroidery...
Cash Flow: $35,813
Multi-Location Beauty Spa Business For Sale
San Diego County, CA
Beauty Spa Business For Sale. Established multi-location personal care business operating in San Diego with a long history of providing waxing, brow, lash, facial, and skincare services. The company...
Cash Flow: $342,858
Cali Soju – Turnkey Soju Brand and Agave Soju | Ready to Scale
San Diego County, CA
Cali Soju is a turnkey agave soju brand positioned as a soju cocktail and margarita alternative for restaurants and retailers, particularly those operating under beer and wine licenses. The brand...
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Well established (10+ years) Driver's Education School
San Diego, CA
Step into a turnkey driver's education business that delivers immediate cash flow and exceptional growth potential in San Diego's thriving market. This 10+ year established operation generates...
Cash Flow: $152,377
Licensed California Architect - Partnership & Ownership Opportunity
San Diego, CA
A respected, 38-year California architecture firm specializing in high-end custom residential design is available for acquisition through a partnership structure and is seeking a licensed California...
Cash Flow: $206,139
HOODZ
Franchise
Available Nationwide
Own a Commercial Kitchen Hood Cleaning Business That Keeps the Food Service Industry Running
Established Mobile Pet Grooming Franchise | Turnkey
San Diego, CA
Premier Mobile Dog Grooming Business Serving North County San Diego This is a rare opportunity to acquire a well-established, turnkey mobile dog grooming business serving the highly desirable...
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Cash Flow: $175,000
ABA Therapy Practice
San Diego County, CA
I wanted to take a moment to highlight one of the key factors that truly sets our company apart. Our unique connection with the community and their insurance agencies in our area is something that...
EBITDA: $360,000
Internal Medicine Practice for Sale – Encinitas, North County San Dieg
Encinitas, CA
Internal Medicine Practice for Sale – Encinitas, North County San Diego Established in 1989, this well respected internal medicine practice serves approximately 2,500 active patients and is located in...
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Turnkey San Diego Dental Practice – Low Rent
San Diego, CA
Established Dental Office Leasehold Opportunity Rare opportunity to acquire a fully built-out dental office in a professional healthcare setting. This turnkey leasehold includes multiple equipped...
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Long Established Fence Company-San Diego County
San Diego County, CA
This home-based business is an exceptional opportunity to acquire a well-established and highly respected fence company serving the San Diego market since 1998. With nearly three decades of successful...
Cash Flow: $120,000
Black Optix Tint
Franchise
Available in California
Black Optix Tint is a premium window tint and auto styling franchise built for owners who want a polished, modern operation backed by United Franchise Group. We focus on auto tint, paint protection film (PPF), ceramic coatings, and residential/commercial tint, delivering clean installs, an upscale showroom experience, and five-star customer care.
Buy or Sell a Business in San Diego County, CA
San Diego County is a large market for business owners looking to sell their businesses. With a diverse economy and strong business culture, it is no surprise that many entrepreneurs are interested in buying a business in this area.
Market Snapshot
The following information was derived from an analysis of businesses for sale in San Diego County. Keep in mind this is a dynamic market, so the numbers will fluctuate. These statistics are meant to provide a general overview of the market and should not be used as absolute indicators.
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Median Asking Price |
$250,000 |
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Median Reported Revenue |
$574,234 |
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Median Reported Earnings |
$144,155 |
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Profit Margin |
25% |
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Earnings Multiple (Asking) |
1.7 |
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Revenue Multiple (Asking) |
0.4 |
How many businesses are for sale in San Diego County, CA?
Currently, there are over 400 businesses available for purchase in San Diego County, CA. This number reflects a dynamic market that offers a wide range of opportunities for prospective buyers.
What cities have most businesses listed for sale?
The top cities with the most businesses listed for sale in San Diego County are San Diego, Chula Vista, Escondido, Oceanside, Carlsbad, and Chula Vista. Each of these cities has a diverse business landscape, providing various options for buyers in different industries.
What types of businesses are for sale?
The market is rich with diversity, spanning various sectors. The most listed business categories include:
- Food and Restaurants
- Service Businesses
- Retail
- Health Care and Fitness
- Automotive and Boat
- Beauty and Personal Care
- Manufacturing
- Building and Construction
What is the average asking price for businesses in San Diego County, CA?
The median asking price for businesses currently listed in San Diego County is $250,000. This figure gives potential buyers an indication of market entry points for ownership transactions in the region.
What is the average revenue of these businesses?
The businesses listed have reported a median revenue of $574,234. This metric offers insight into the potential scale and financial viability of businesses within San Diego County's marketplace.
What is the average seller discretionary earnings?
On average, the seller discretionary earnings come to a median of $144,155, which can be a measure of a business’s profitability and potential for return on investment to the new owners.
What are the average valuation multiples?
The financial analysis shows an average Earnings Multiple (Asking) of 1.7 and an average Revenue Multiple (Asking) of 0.4. These multiples provide an understanding of pricing strategies in relation to revenue and earnings and can indicate return timeframes on investment.
How can San Diego business owners sell their own businesses?
Business owners in San Diego County who wish to sell their businesses have two principal options:
- List the business independently: Sellers can market their business for sale by themselves, leveraging their professional network and marketing platforms to reach potential buyers.
- Collaborate with a business broker: Retaining the services of a professional business broker can streamline the sales process, as brokers bring expertise in valuation, marketing, negotiation, and legal compliance, enhancing the potential of obtaining favorable terms.
Please note that the financial information presented is an average derived from data provided by businesses that have opted to share their revenue and earnings figures. These values are reflective of the market but should be understood as guidelines rather than guaranteed figures for individual businesses.
