Alameda, CA
Turnkey Cannabis Microbusiness Manufacturing Type 6, Delivery, and Distribution License For Sale (Oakland, California) #1782 This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to acquire aTurnkey...
Businesses For Sale in San Francisco Bay Area, CA
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Asset SaleMicrobusiness Manufacturing Type 6, Delivery, and Distribution License
$79,000
Asset SaleRestaurant and catering service for sale
San Mateo, CA
Established restaurant and catering service asset sale opportunity in San Mateo, California. This turnkey operation was founded in 2020 and is strategically positioned in a high-traffic area with...
$100,000
Asset SalePizzeria/Bar - Excellent Corner Location (Oakland/Temescal)
Oakland, CA
Currently operating as a pizzeria & bar. Type 47 license in place, but not included in the sale....
3
$85,000
Asset SaleTurnkey Retail Annual Licensed Dispensary Business For Sale
San Francisco, CA
Fully Operational Turnkey Retail Annual Licensed Dispensary Business For Sale (San Francisco, California) #1752 Presenting a rare chance to acquire a fully operational and annually licensed retail...
$749,000
Real Estate3 unit commercial building for sale in San Francisco Inner Sunset
San Francisco, CA
A 3-unit commercial building is available for purchase in San Francisco’s Inner Sunset neighborhood, within walking distance of the UCSF Medical Hospital, As part of the University of California...
$1,550,000
Real EstateDaly City Café Space – Ready to Open + One Month Free Rent
Daly City, CA
Move-in ready for just $2,900/month — with your first month’s rent FREE. Operating as a café since 2015, this versatile space offers a clean, adaptable layout ideal for coffee, tea, boba, food...
6
Not Disclosed
Real EstateEstablished preschool business + real estate for sale in San Jose
San Jose, CA
ESTABLISHED PRESCHOOL FACILITY WITH REAL ESTATE OPPORTUNITY - SAN JOSE This turnkey preschool operation presents a unique dual-investment opportunity combining an established childcare business with...
$2,500,000
Real EstateHistoric Pats Restaurant in Downtown Guerneville
Guerneville, CA
The Building: 2209 sq ft of mixed retail space (building sales price: $1,750,000), currently operating as a restaurant (business sales valued: ($750,000) in prime downtown Guerneville on the Main...
6
$1,750,000
Real EstateTurnkey Auto/Retail–High-Visibility Corner Lot, Ideal 4 Owner-Operator
Concord, CA
TURNKEY AUTO/RETAIL PROPERTY - HIGH-VISIBILITY CORNER LOCATION Prime commercial real estate opportunity in Concord's bustling commercial corridor. This well-maintained 1,347 square foot freestanding...
2
Not Disclosed
Real EstateTurnkey PreSchool and Real Estate, Licensed Capacity 74 Now Available
Alameda, CA
This is the first time this preschool is available. Located in Alameda County, Calif. Originally licensed in 2004, 63 PreSchool, 11 Age 0-2 years, has an excellent ongoing operating statement in...
$3,500,000
FranchisePirtek USA
Available in California
PIRTEK is a trusted B2B and mobile hydraulic hose repair franchise with clients across several essential industries.
$100,000
See More FranchisesSan Jose: Liquor Store for sale
San Jose, CA
$665,000
Window & Door Business For Sale- Very Profitable for over 25 years!
Walnut Creek, CA
$2,000,000
Soundproofing Design, Consultation and Installation
$750,000
San Francisco, CA
Established Professional Home Organizing Business
Danville, CA
$350,000
Profitable Utility SaaS Platform
Alameda County, CA
Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $400,000
Moe Bousaid
First Choice Business Brokers
Serving Napa County, CA
Since 1994 First Choice Business Brokers Las Vegas has created successful Business Sale Transactions by: - A consultive approach with both Buyer and Seller from valuation through transfer of ownership, always creating a win-win outcome. - Negotiating between Buyer and Seller by keeping their end goal in mind which is a smooth transition of ownership with terms that are acceptable to both. - Facilitating the sale by being a conduit of information between Buyer and Seller. - Navigating the process between Buyer, Seller, Closing Entity and Lenders. We listen, apply our knowledge, and prioritize your needs. From inquiry to close we are committed to confidentially serving our clients. If you're looking to buy or sell a business, don't settle for anything less than our professional, experienced business intermediaries. Business owners, when it is time to reap the rewards of your years of hard work, plan to enhance your business' value with effective pre-sale planning , market positioning and optimized deal structure. Your approach to selling your business will determine your legacy. Our passionate team of professionals and our comprehensive processes will get the job done.
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RC3 Appliance Repair
Santa Rosa, CA
$85,000
Liquor Store W/ Large Online Presence, Low Rent, Huge Growth Potential
Santa Clara, CA
$749,000
Wellness Space with Non-Invasive Treatments
Alameda County, CA
$1,950,000
Multi-sport enrichment program in SF and peninsula
San Francisco, CA
$35,000
Gas Station (Business)with Mart/Auto Shop/Car wash for Sale -$550K
Antioch, CA
$550,000
FranchiseNTV 360
Available Nationwide
$35,000
Foster City CPA Firm for Sale
Foster City, CA
$185,000
Profitable Test Equipment Repair & Sales
Menlo Park, CA
$675,000
Established San Francisco Day Spa with 25+ years of Trusted Service
$200,000
San Francisco, CA
Turnkey Pet Grooming & Daycare Business for Sale – Brentwood, CA
Brentwood, CA
$127,500
Northern California Dry Cleaner w/Wash & Fold!
Contra Costa County, CA
$550,000
A Sushi Restaurant with a reasonable rent. It can convert.
Fremont, CA
$195,000
Established Restaurant in a Desirable Shopping Center, $975,000
Alameda, CA
$195,000
Established Restaurant Doing $1,360,000 + Sales in Prime Location
Alameda, CA
$295,000
An East Asian restaurant is located in a great location
Pleasanton, CA
$180,000
Prime Noe Valley Restaurant on Bustling 24th Street Retail Corridor
San Francisco, CA
$149,000
FranchiseApricot Lane Boutique
Available Nationwide
$80,000
Turnkey Bistro & Bar Opportunity – Affluent Peninsula Location
San Mateo County, CA
$495,000
Established NorCal Gas Utility Systems Contractor
Santa Clara County, CA
$6,500,000
Established Electric Bike Store - Turnkey High Growth Opportunity
$275,000
San Jose, CA
Mediterranean Market, Deli, Bakery & Halal Food
San Mateo County, CA
$1,500,000
Mediterranean Market, Deli, Bakery & Halal Food
San Mateo County, CA
$1,500,000
FranchiseMosquito Authority
Available in California
$35,000
Iconic SF Neighborhood Diner – Nearly 50 Years of Success
San Francisco, CA
$199,000
Virtual Brentwood CA Tax Book of Business for Sale
Contra Costa County, CA
$360,000
Turnkey Hair Salon in Prime Bay Area Location
San Francisco, CA
$65,000
Chinese restaurant in a great location
Morgan Hill, CA
$180,000
Auto Glass Service Business – Santa Clara County
Santa Clara County, CA
$399,999
Rich Krinks
Berkshire Hathaway Drysdale Properties
Serving Alameda County, CA
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Beautifully Rustic Designed Corner Restaurant/Bar W/ type 47 License
Emeryville, CA
$195,000
Dry Cleaning Business with Proven Profit & Scalability
San Ramon, CA
$200,000
Salon & Spa
$100,000
Santa Clara County, CA
Donut Franchise business for sale in Concord plaza
Concord, CA
$178,000
Established Catering Company – $200K Owner’s Income | Asking $150K
Contra Costa County, CA
$150,000
FranchiseSlice House
Available in California
$250,000
Great income& Absentee Owner Established Wellness Studio
Walnut Creek, CA
$200,000
9 FedEx Ground Routes, San Francisco CA
South San Francisco, CA
$1,179,000
"Downtown San Mateo" Full Service & Banquet Restaurant for SALE!
San Mateo, CA
$250,000
Noraebang - Room Karaoke in Santa Clara County
Santa Clara County, CA
$60,000
Greek/Turkish/Mediterranean Restaurant for Sale
Contra Costa County, CA
$199,000
Long Standing Napa County Fast-Casual Restaurant – $2.3M Revenue
Napa County, CA
$899,000
A breakfast restaurant with a patio, it can convert.
Cupertino, CA
$185,000
12 FedEx Ground Routes - Fairfield, CA - Seller & Vehicle Financing
Fairfield, CA
$1,700,000
Established Brewery/Taproom/Resaturant
Sonoma County, CA
$490,000
FranchiseAmramp
Available Nationwide
$50,000
Buy or Sell a Business in the San Francisco Bay Area
The San Francisco Bay Area is known for its vibrant business community and entrepreneurial spirit. As a result, there are always businesses for sale in the area for interested buyers. If you're considering buying (or selling) a business in the San Francisco Bay Area, it helps to become acquainted with the local business for sale market.
Market Snapshot
We have aggregated and analyzed data from business for sale listings throughout the bay in order to provide some context around the number and types of businesses that are selling, and the financials associated with these listings.
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Number of Businesses for Sale |
~1,180 |
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Median Asking Price |
$420,000 |
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Median Reported Revenue |
$700,000 |
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Median Reported Earnings |
$160,000 |
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Profit Margin |
23% |
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Earnings Multiple |
2.6 |
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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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How many businesses are currently for sale in the San Francisco Bay Area?
There are over 1,100 businesses listed for sale in the Bay Area. It's worth noting that some of these listings may be 'blindly' listed and might require broader state-based searches to uncover.
What types of businesses are most commonly for sale in the Bay Area?
The market is quite diverse; the majority of available businesses fall into the following categories:
- Food and Restaurants: ~470
- Retail: ~140
- Service Businesses: ~130
- Automotive and Boat: ~60
- Building and Construction: ~50
- Health Care and Fitness: ~50
- Beauty and Personal Care: ~40
- Manufacturing: ~40
- Online and Technology: ~30
In which counties are most of these businesses for sale located?
The majority of the businesses are distributed among the following counties:
- Alameda: ~280
- Santa Clara: ~240
- San Francisco: ~220
- Contra Costa: ~140
- San Mateo: ~80
- Sonoma: ~80
Which cities in the Bay Area have the most businesses for sale?
The most active cities with businesses on the market are:
- San Francisco: ~220
- San Jose: ~120
- Oakland: ~80
- Santa Rosa: ~40
- Concord: ~40
- Fremont, Berkeley, Alameda, Santa Clara, Hayward, Pleasanton: ~20-30 each
What is the median asking price for these businesses?
A: The median asking price for businesses in the SF Bay Area is currently around $420,000.
Can you provide information about the average financial metrics for these businesses?
Based on the listings, the median reported revenue is approximately $700,000, with median reported earnings around $160,000, yielding an average profit margin of 23%. The median earnings multiple for asking price is 2.6, and the revenue multiple is 0.6.
How do business owners typically proceed with selling their businesses in the Bay Area?
Most business owners opt to work with a business broker to facilitate the sale process. However, some business owners choose to list and manage the sale independently, navigating the process on their own.
