San Francisco Bay Area, CA

Businesses For Sale in San Francisco Bay Area, CA

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Popular Mexican Restaurant in Solano County for sale

Solano County, CA

Popular Mexican restaurant with beer and wine license is for sale in Solano County. Present owners since 2014. Open for business 7 days a week. Asking $300,000. Located in one of many strip type...

$300,000

$300,000

Cash Flow: $90,000

Beautiful restaurant

San Francisco, CA

For Sale: 2,462 Sq. Ft. Restaurant – San Francisco This 2,462 sq. ft. restaurant is located in San Francisco on a street surrounded by residential neighborhoods and numerous other businesses....

$210,000

$210,000

Thai restaurant in sants rosas historic railroad square

Santa Rosa, CA

Thairestaurant in Santa Rosa . In Historic Railroad square. Grossing over one million oer year Owbet has iwned for four years with one year left on lease. Has beer and wine license....

$244,000

$244,000

Korean Cafe for Sale | $248,000

San Francisco, CA

Iconic Korean Restaurant in the Heart of San Francisco. This highly acclaimed Korean restaurant is located in one of San Francisco’s most vibrant and eclectic neighborhoods, this restaurant offers a...

$248,000

$248,000

Turnkey Preschool | 164-License | Biz & RE | Strong Cash Flow

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Vacaville, CA

Confidential sale of a fully operational, high-performing preschool located in a desirable Northern California community. The business is licensed for 164 children across infant, toddler, preschool,...

$8,171,877

$8,171,877

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Turnkey Head Therapy Spa in Prime San Jose Location! Instant Cash Flow

San Jose, CA

Overview: Step right into your new business—completely set up and ready to profit! You’ll acquire a thriving head therapy (scalp/head spa) salon as a franchise operator. Everything is included:...

$198,000

$198,000

Liquor Store

Alameda County, CA

Great opportunity to own thriving business in Alameda County 2400 sf store in high traffic area. Gross: $80,000/mo; margin: 35%; Lotto sales: $100,000; ATM: $300/mo; Rent: $4300/mo ;10 yrs fixed...

$500,000

$500,000

Well-Established Indian & Nepali Restaurant with Loyal Clientele

Berkeley, CA

Step into a flavorful journey with this well-established Indian-Nepali restaurant, located on a high-traffic street of Solano ave. Known for its authentic Himalayan spices, rich curries, and momo,...

$200,000

$200,000

Gas Station w/ Real Property

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Solano County, CA

Net Income $500,000 Gas Station with Real Property | ARCO/AMPM Approved | Corner Lot This is a prime opportunity to acquire a high-volume gas station located on a large, high-visibility corner lot in...

$4,800,000

$4,800,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

FOR SALE: Established Mercedes Repair Shop

Marin County, CA

FOR SALE: Established Mercedes Repair Shop - Prime Location -Loyal Clientele - Marin County Here’s your opportunity to own a respected, independently owned Mercedes-Benz repair shop in the heart of a...

$188,000

$188,000

Turnkey Liquor Store for Sale in San Jose

San Jose, CA

It is turnkey, established liquor store in one of the good locations, surrounded by commercial and residential neighborhood, semi absentee owner, low rent, trained team of employees, easy to run the...

$465,000

$465,000

Successful Pizzeria in a Desirable Location with Huge Upside

Alameda County, CA

Profitable Pizza Restaurant with Reasonable Rent in Desirable Tri-Valley Location RRC# 5067 Location: Desirable Alameda County City on Major Thoroughfare Description: This locally-loved, family-owned...

$175,000

$175,000

Japanese Ramen Restaurant for SALE

$89,999 - Fremont, CA

$89,999

Fremont, CA

Thrive with Holistic Wellness Care

San Francisco, CA

We are pleased to bring to market a rare and flexible opportunity to acquire one of two fully operational and profitable holistic medical clinics, both located in prime markets within the San...

$150,000

$150,000

"Downtown Palo Alto" Restaurant for SALE with Cheap Rent!

Palo Alto, CA

This restaurant is located in Downtown Palo Alto near El Camino Park, Apple Palo Alto, and Johnson Park. It's a busy area that gets constant high foot traffic with lots of opportunities to grow. A...

$218,000

$218,000

Richard Schammel, CBB

Venture Advisors Business Sales & Acquisitions

Serving Alameda County, CA

Venture Investors Business Sales and Acquisitions works with individuals and corporations, representing privately held businesses of all types, with revenue in the range or $3M - $50M. We represent Sellers, and take a proactive, consultive approach to guide and help our clients through each step of the sales transaction or acquisition process. Our services include: • Pre-sale preparation and consulting, • Business valuation and pricing, • Screening and presentation of qualified candidates, • Preparation of all transactional documentation, and • Management of the due diligence and closing processes

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Well Established Law Practice-Turn-Key-Large Client Base!!

San Francisco, CA

Fantastic opportunity to step in on the ground floor (or actually the 8th floor). Great reputation, well known, and a profitable 20-plus year law practice specializing in immigration law. Super...

$229,000

$229,000

Cash Flow: $85,000

Cat Sitting Service Bay Area Professional In-Home Cat Care

San Francisco County, CA

This San Francisco Bay Area Cat-Sitting Business specializes in providing professional, certified, high-quality cat-sitting care where a cat is most comfortable: in their own home. Every cat is unique...

$249,900

$249,900

Cash Flow: $120,000

Fully Equipped Wholesale Bakery - Perfect for Expansion or New Owner!

San Jose, CA

A great opportunity to take over rich tradition of 40 plus years of owner crafting well-known recipe for baking bread and/or croissants. Former distributor for COSTCO and WHOLEFOODS now needs a new...

$500,000

$500,000

Cash Flow: $23,000

Own Your Own Coffee & Sandwich Shop - Prime location!

San Jose, CA

This is an excellent opportunity to take over rich tradition of 40 plus years of crafting best ingredients for one of the Bay Areas favorite Vietnamese sandwich spot. Located in the heart of...

$250,000

$250,000

Cash Flow: $55,000

Profitable Class B Building Contractor

Santa Clara County, CA

This design?build remodeling firm was founded in 2021 and serves communities in the San Francisco Bay Area. The firm has completed approximately 200 projects and handled more than 70 planning...

$3,598,000

$3,598,000

Cash Flow: $1,018,744

Profitable Chinese restaurant on El Camino Real with a patio

Sunnyvale, CA

A well established Chinese restaurant for sale is located at a great visible location near two busy throrughfares. A patio. Ample parking. A well-designed dining area consists of tables, chairs,...

$380,000

$380,000

Palo Alto – Poke Restaurant with Type-1 Hood in Kitchen

Palo Alto, CA

Located in the heart of downtown Palo Alto, this well-established poke restaurant sits just steps away from Stanford University, top tech company campuses, and high-end retail destinations. The area...

$220,000

$220,000

$10k to get into our Executive Model Wildlife Control Franchise!

$66,000 - San Jose, CA

$66,000

San Jose, CA

SBA Pre-qualified! Dry Cleaner, Plant & Agency ,Prime Location,

San Jose, CA

Dry Cleaner - Excellent location with high visibility: close to retail stores, easy freeway access. Huge Housing Community developed, Approx 4,000 housing units. City Development sign installed...

$250,000

$250,000

Cash Flow: $105,638

Established Pizza Restaurant in High Traffic SF Neighborhood

San Francisco, CA

Established Pizza Restaurant in High Traffic San Francisco Neighborhood RRC# 5075 Location: San Francisco Description: Pizza restaurant opportunity available in a densely populated residential and...

$295,000

$295,000

Convenient store & Deli shop for sale in SF Bernal Heights

San Francisco, CA

convenient store and Deli shop for sale in Bernal heights in San Francisco. Located in bustling commercial street surrounded by reteil shops, restaurants, walgreen. Approximately 1800 square feet with...

$79,000

$79,000

Chinese restaurant is in an upscale neighborhood- a reasonable rent

Los Gatos, CA

A Chinese restaurant is in an upscale neighborhood . It is in a prime busy location with other notable retail stores. The shopping center provides ample parking spaces. A cozy dining area and an...

$238,000

$238,000

Branded pizza restaurant for sale near UC Berkeley

Berkeley, CA

Established pizza restaurant for sale near UC Berkeley. Located just blocks from UC Berkeley campus south side. Lease amount is $8700. Can convert into another concept or keep the brand. Average gross...

$195,000

$195,000

Asian BBQ and hot pot restaurant for sale in SF outer sunset

San Francisco, CA

Asian hot pot restaurant for sale in San Francisco outer sunset. Authentic Hong Kong BBQ with roast duck and pork in a spacious, airy setting. There are plenty of whole ducks hanging in the window...

$248,000

$248,000

Japanese and Korean Fusion restaurant for sale near Airport and Casino

San Bruno, CA

Japanese and Korean restaurant for sale in San Bruno. Cozy late-night sushi and Korean fusion with vibrant menu presentations. Located strategically near SF airport and casino. Fully operational,...

$268,000

$268,000

Wellness Space with Non-Invasive Treatments

Alameda County, CA

This successful health and wellness destination delivers a broad array of restorative treatments designed to support physical and mental well-being. The studio features a thoughtful lineup of services...

$2,095,000

$2,095,000

Cash Flow: $460,000

Well-established and profitable SF Peninsula Business For Sale

San Carlos, CA

Excellent opportunity to own a well-established and profitable business in a prime Peninsula location. Located on the always bustling Laurel Street in downtown San Carlos, The Cask Wine and Cheese Bar...

$600,000

$600,000

“Established Salon for Sale – Prime Location & Loyal Clientele

$250,000 - Sunnyvale, CA

$250,000

Sunnyvale, CA

Preschool Business For Sale Albany, CA

Albany, CA

Known for its welcoming community, Offers a blend of urban convenience and suburban charm. The city is home to top-rated schools, diverse dining options, and scenic outdoor spaces like the Albany Bulb...

$675,000

$675,000

Well-Established Trucking Company

Santa Rosa, CA

Turnkey, compliant, and ready to operate on day one. This Trucking Company is a licensed, insured, and safety-rated interstate carrier with an excellent reputation for reliability and service. This is...

$22,852,000

$22,852,000

Cash Flow: $124,850

Award-Winning Auto Repair Shop in Santa Rosa

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Santa Rosa, CA

This established full-service auto repair business serves a wide range of vehicle brands and models, building a loyal customer base across Sonoma County. Operating with 5 experienced full-time...

$1,850,000

$1,850,000

Cash Flow: $214,192

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Northern California Dry Cleaner w/Wash & Fold!

Contra Costa County, CA

Highly rated eco-friendly dry cleaners in business for more than 25 years and well loved in the community. The store is known for it's high quality work (seriously, some customers drive past a half a...

$550,000

$550,000

Cash Flow: $200,000

B2B Special Wholesale Parts Supplier To the Car Industry

Contra Costa County, CA

Excellent opportunity for a business that supplies car replacement parts that are always in demand. Includes about $40,000 FFE. ( Inventory and price may change based on current inventory)...

$500,000

$500,000

Restaurant Opportunity In Marina District of San Francisco

San Francisco, CA

Restaurant Opportunity In Marina District of San Francisco RRC# 5082 Location: San Francisco Description: An exceptional opportunity to acquire a fully equipped, well-designed restaurant in one of San...

$150,000

$150,000

Mars Bar/Restaurant – Iconic SoMa Venue w/ Full Liquor & Entertainment

San Francisco, CA

Mars Bar & Restaurant – Iconic SoMa Venue with Full Liquor & Entertainment License, Spacious Patio RRC# 5076 Location: 798 Brannan Street, San Francisco Description: Incredible opportunity to acquire...

$400,000

$400,000

Carol Bennett

Business Team - San Carlos, CA

Serving San Mateo County, CA

Business Team, a unit of BTI Group, is the Largest Business Brokerage Firm in the Western United States specializing in arranging the purchase and sale of privately owned companies. During our third of a century of existence, we have developed both an unmatched depth of experience (an aggregate of several hundred years!) and a vast network of individual, corporate, and investment group buyers. In addition, our affiliation with the International Business Brokers Association allows us to reach buyers represented by other intermediary firms throughout the world.

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"SF Downtown Berkeley" Restaurant for Sale in PRIME Location!

Berkeley, CA

Imagine yourself running your own restaurant in one of Berkeley's most coveted locations! This established 1,800 square foot restaurant sits right in the heart of downtown Berkeley on bustling...

$99,000

$99,000

Award-Winning Bay Area Design-Build Firm with Prov

San Francisco County, CA

Thriving design-build general contractor based in San Francisco with strong brand presence and consistent year-over-year growth. Specializing in high-end remodels, ADUs, additions, and full-home...

$4,000,000

$4,000,000

Cash Flow: $119,040

Turn Key Operating Restaurant + Liquor License Fire Sale PRICE IS FIRM

$299,999 - San Mateo County, CA

$299,999

San Mateo County, CA

Popular Takeout Japanese Restaruant for Sale

Alameda County, CA

• Established neighborhood favorite with steady loyal customer base • High-volume TOGO orders and repeat business • Turnkey operation – fully equipped kitchen, sushi bar, and POS system • Located on...

$350,000

$350,000

Established Senior Care Business (Alamo, CA)

Alamo, CA

ACP Brands has been a leading home care service provider since 2004. Our owners provide non-medical, in-home care to keep their clients happy and safe in their homes. We pride ourselves in being a...

$94,000

$94,000

Turn-Key Well-Known Restaurant in the best location for sale

Alameda County, CA

Turn-key well-known 2800 sqf. restaurant is located in the busiest strip mall. Surrendered w over 2000 residents and a couples anchor business. It has 2 separate Full kitchen w 20 feet and 9 feet...

$155,000

$155,000

Established Home Services Franchise – Profitable & Turnkey Opportunity

Santa Clara, CA

Established Home Services Franchise – Profitable & Turnkey Opportunity Location: Santa Clara, CA Asking Price: $549,900 Average Seller’s Discretionary Earnings (SDE): $242,784 Take advantage of a rare...

$549,900

$549,900

Cash Flow: $242,784

Restaurant for Sale - Milpitas !!

Milpitas, CA

Looking for an exceptional business opportunity in the food industry? Your search ends here! Presenting a newly remodeled restaurant located in center of Milpitas, surrounded by popular restaurants...

$500,000

$500,000

Rare Opportunity Dry Cleaning Business w/ Real Estate For Sale

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Solano County, CA

Take advantage of this unique opportunity to own a thriving dry cleaning plant business and real estate in a prime location. Established for over 23 years, this business is located in a bustling spot...

$2,650,000

$2,650,000

Cash Flow: $164,195

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Cash Flowing Liquor Store in Prime Traffic Corridor | Alameda County

Alameda County, CA

Cash Flowing Liquor Store in Alameda County, CA An excellent opportunity to acquire a well-established, absentee-run liquor store located along one of Alameda County's busiest retail corridors....

$349,999

$349,999

DRY CLEANERS, $600K+ Annually, $160K+ Profit-No. CA

Santa Rosa, CA

This is a very profitable business opportunity, operating out of two locations in very busy, well-anchored shopping centers. After forty-five (45) years in the dry-cleaning business, the owner is...

$495,000

$495,000

Established Lash Extension Business – 10 Years – Turnkey Operation

Alameda, CA

ESTABLISHED LASH EXTENSION BUSINESS – 10 YEARS – TURNKEY OPERATION This profitable lash extension business in Alameda, CA offers an exceptional opportunity to acquire a well-established beauty service...

$15,000

$15,000

Exceptional turnkey cannabis cultivation facility

Antioch, CA

EXCEPTIONAL TURNKEY CANNABIS BUSINESS - IMMEDIATE OPERATION READY This rare investment opportunity presents a fully operational cannabis business featuring a complete 5,200 square foot facility with...

$2,400,000

$2,400,000

Autopilot Storage Business For Sale - Absentee Owner

San Rafael, CA

Established Storage Facility & Warehouse Business - San Rafael, CA This turnkey storage facility presents an exceptional investment opportunity in San Rafael's prime North Bay location. Operating as a...

$850,000

$850,000

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.

Number of Businesses for Sale

~1,180

Median Asking Price

$420,000

Median Reported Revenue

$700,000

Median Reported Earnings

$160,000

Profit Margin

23%

Earnings Multiple

2.6

Revenue Multiple

0.6

Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings.

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:

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:

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.