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Businesses in San Francisco Bay Area, CA For Sale
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Cash Flowing Corporate Rental Business - Bay Area, CA
5
$178,000
Burger joint for sale in El Cerrito shopping center
El Cerrito, CA
Here's your chance to own a popular hamburger restaurant in the bustling El Cerrito shopping center in California. This thriving business is situated in a prime location, nestled amongst top-tier...
$150,000
Donut Franchise business for sale in Concord plaza
Concord, CA
Branded modern Donut shop and boba tea for sale in concord. Colorful shop dishing up mochi donuts and Korean-style corn dogs in a bright space. The interior was clean and cutely decorated and there...
$178,000
IT Services & Managed Service Provider (MSP) $735K Revenue, $253K DE
Alameda County, CA
IT services and Managed Service Provider (MSP) $734,615 Revenue, $253,652 Discretionary Earnings is available for acquisition. The business is offered at $735,000 and is pre-approved with SBA...
$735,000
Cash Flow: $253,652
Nationally Recognized Fitness Franchise Available for sale!
Solano County, CA
This established and highly rated fitness franchise offers a rare opportunity to acquire a turnkey, absentee-owned business with strong cash flow and national brand backing. Located in a busy retail...
$225,000
EBITDA: $141,201
Ice Cream Shop for Sale
Fremont, CA
Cauldron Ice Cream Franchise for Sale – Turnkey Opportunity in Prime Location Step into a well-established Cauldron Ice Cream franchise — a brand known for its signature puffle cones, artisan ice...
$160,000
Established Restaurant – Strong Net, Not Chef-Dependent
Fremont, CA
? Turnkey Restaurant for Sale – Fremont, CA (Main Road Location) ? A rare opportunity to take over a fully equipped, profitable restaurant located on a busy main road in Fremont with excellent...
$450,000
Cash Flow: $240,000
Turn-Key Premier Indoor Golf Facility in the East Bay
Contra Costa County, CA
TURN-KEY PREMIER INDOOR GOLF FACILITY IN THE EAST BAY Established in 2021, this fully operational indoor golf facility represents an exceptional opportunity in Contra Costa County's thriving golf...
4
$325,000
Five Guys - 9 Units with territory rights
Pleasant Hill, CA
Five Guys, 9 Units located in California. Purchase price includes territory rights, along with the ability to either include or exclude a newly opened 10th location. The first Five Guys restaurant...
$5,900,000
Cash Flow: $1,119,039
Superfood Snack Business $675k TTM (40% GM) Servicing Top Tech Offices
San Francisco, CA
Profitable eCommerce business with $675,000 in TTM revenue and $21,670 in TTM profit selling superfood granola leading the category in food service with its delicious products, innovative nutrition...
$750,000
EBITDA: $70,000
FranchiseSuperior Fence & Rail
Available in California
FIRST and ONLY fence installation franchise with $2.8M in avg franchisee sales! Territories are going fast with an avg sale of $7,103 by the franchisee.
$50,000
See More FranchisesKrispy Krunchy Chicken (Prime Location)
Pittsburg, CA
Established Krispy Krunchy Chicken franchise in prime Pittsburg, CA location, successfully operating since 2020. This well-positioned restaurant specializes in fresh HALAL Cajun fried chicken,...
6
$299,000
Award-Winning Bay Area Hair Studio: Loyal Clients, High Profit Margins
San Francisco, CA
Reviewing all offers by the 10/28 deadline. This award-winning hair salon is one of the most respected salons in the Bay Area, repeatedly named Best Hair Salon by multiple outlets, and backed by...
$695,000
Cash Flow: $181,104
A Passive Toy Vending Machine That Makes $54,000/Year in the U.S.?!
$30,000
Newark, CA
Established Foreign Auto Repair Shop - 60 Years of Proven Success!
San Mateo, CA
Highly respected family-owned foreign car repair business operating continuously since 1966 at the same prime, high-visibility location in San Mateo. The shop has built a stellar reputation for...
3
$425,000
Cash Flow: $319,270
Bar - Type 48
Oakland, CA
Established Bar business in nice neighborhood of Oakland. Great location, Condition and opportunity....
$198,000
Dustin Sigall
SD Business Advisors
Serving Napa County, CA
With over 800 businesses sold nationwide since 2007, our team is the largest and most experienced group of Business Advisors in Southern California. We specialize in selling companies across all industries. From main street to lower middle-market M&A transactions. We match qualified buyers with quality businesses while maintaining strict confidentiality.
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Amazon Delivery Service Business For Sale in Bay Area!
San Jose, CA
**MUST BE APPROVED AS BY AMAZON AS A DELIVERY SERVICE PARTNER (DSP)***Great opportunity to own an Amazon Logistics Company! Contract with Amazon on Bay Area deliveries. No advertising, no lease and...
$1,450,000
Cash Flow: $426,000
Authentic Greek & Moroccan Restaurant – Strong Sales & Loyal Following
Castro Valley, CA
Rare opportunity to acquire one of the East Bay’s most beloved Mediterranean restaurants, known for its authentic Greek and Moroccan-inspired dishes, warm ambiance, and glowing local reputation. With...
$250,000
Cash Flow: $119,791
Sandwich Shop in Prime Downtown Location
Santa Clara County, CA
This charming downtown sandwich shop, located in an affluent Valley community, enjoys great foot traffic and is within a few blocks of the local high school. In addition to sandwiches, it also serves...
$198,000
Established Promotional Product Advertising Company
Contra Costa County, CA
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a profitable, turnkey promotional product advertising company with a strong reputation and repeat client base. The business specializes in helping companies...
$1,000,000
Cash Flow: $194,159
Turnkey Liquor Store in Prime Location – Profitable & Established
San Francisco, CA
A rare opportunity to own a well-established neighborhood market in one of San Francisco’s most vibrant and walkable communities. Known for its convenience, friendly service, and loyal customer base,...
6
$300,000
FranchiseLearningRx
Available in California
Own a profitable child franchise and target the root cause of learning struggles. Thousands of 5-star client reviews. High franchisee satisfaction.
$80,000
See More FranchisesHighly Desirable Location Liquor Store for Sale
Santa Clara County, CA
One of the highly rated store in the prime area with plenty of parking, foot traffic, making it a go-to destination for local residential & corporate customers looking for Craft Beer, Wine, Hard to...
$800,000
Cash Flow: $306,582
Top Ranking Weight Loss, Body Contouring and Aesthetics Med Spa
San Jose, CA
Established Weight Loss, Body Contouring and Aesthetics Med Spa Established in 1990 and owned since 2004, this highly regarded weight loss clinic and medical spa has become a trusted destination in...
5
$590,000
Cash Flow: $365,000
Yellowsack - Unique dumpster bags in SF Bay and LA
$1,600,000
Redwood City, CA
Successful turn-key retail nursery with land in Oakland Hills
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Oakland, CA
After many successful years, we are offering Yarrow Nursery for sale as we prepare to relocate overseas. We have had a wonderful journey thanks to the supportive Montclair neighborhood and our sweet...
5
$2,499,000
Cash Flow: $200,000
Established Boba Tea Shop with 8 ft Hood, Snack Offerings
San Jose, CA
An excellent opportunity to acquire a popular Boba Tea shop in a bustling shopping plaza on Branham Lane in San Jose. The store is 1,509 square feet, offering enough space for customer seating and a...
$168,000
Turn Key Shabu Restaurant – Prime SSF Location – High Volume
South San Francisco, CA
Location: San Francisco Bay Area (Exact location disclosed upon NDA) Asking Price: $350,000 (Business Sale) Gross Revenue: Approx. $1,000,000 Rent: $14,000/month (including NNN) Size: 3,200 sq. ft....
$350,000
Exclusive Clause Sichuan Fusion in Richmond Plaza
Richmond, CA
A well-established and highly rated Sichuan fusion restaurant is now available for sale. Located in the bustling Pacific East Mall in Richmond, CA, this restaurant benefits from high foot traffic,...
$360,000
Cash Flow: $120,000
Boba Tea and Snack Shop in SF
San Francisco, CA
Turnkey Café/Restaurant with Full Kitchen – Strong Lease – Near Major College Location: San Francisco (High Traffic Area near CCSF) Asking Price: $150,000 Gross Revenue (2024): $400,000 Rent:...
$150,000
High Volume Boba tea and sandwich shop for sale in Oakland Chinatown
Oakland, CA
Absentee run Modern boba shop for sale in Oakland Chinatown. Ambiance is vibrant interiors offering customizable drinks and banh mi. Lease amount is $2500. This YTD sales is $723,000 and is on track...
$200,000
Motivated Seller, Corner Prime Location!
San Francisco, CA
LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION! Turnkey restaurant opportunity in one of San Francisco’s most vibrant and safe neighborhoods — the Marina/Cow Hollow district. This prime corner lot offers unbeatable...
5
$150,000
FranchiseBar-B-Clean
Available in California
Make big profits cleaning grills and barbecues, with this franchise earning 83.55% in Gross Profit Margins!
$100,000
See More FranchisesIndependently owned In-home care agency Serving the Bay Area
Contra Costa County, CA
This company helps clients and their families meet and schedule caregivers while handling compliance with state rules and regulations. This is often critical when a person’s health deteriorates...
$1,500,000
Cash Flow: $418,909
High-Margin Finance Business for Sale — Proven Systems, Big Upside
San Jose, CA
Established tech-enabled finance platform generating $1M in seller's discretionary earnings with proven systems and exceptional growth potential. This Silicon Valley-based business operates in the...
$6,500,000
Cash Flow: $1,000,000
Fully Equipped Lash & Brow Boutique – Expansion Ready for Injectables
$275,000
Fremont, CA
Semiconductor and RF Manufacturer
San Jose, CA
Founded in 1987, M-pulse Microwave has been and continues to be a technological leader and innovator in the RF and microwave semiconductor industry. Located in two custom designed manufacturing...
$2,500,000
Enterprise Cable & Connectivity Solution Provider for Apple Products
Walnut Creek, CA
ACT Capital Advisors is pleased to offer a well established and highly profitable IT cable and connectivity solution provider, located in the San Francisco Bay Area, that is engaged in the engineering...
Not Disclosed
EBITDA: $1,630,000
FranchiseSoccer Stars
Available in California
With $1,432,614 in avg revenue and $635,523 in net operating income, this youth sports franchise pairs HUGE revenue potential with passion
$100,000
See More FranchisesProfitable Liquor Store with High Lotto Commission – San Jose, CA
San Jose, CA
Take advantage of this rare opportunity to own a well-established, high-performing liquor store located in a busy shopping center with excellent visibility and plenty of parking! This business offers...
$799,000
Cash Flow: $174,000
Pool Service Route - Walnut Creek, CA
Walnut Creek, CA
JOIN A BILLION DOLLAR INDUSTRY WITH UNLIMITED POTENTIAL! OWN YOUR OWN THRIVING POOL SERVICE ROUTE WITH RECURRING POSITIVE CASH FLOW. Well established and profitable pool service route in Contra Costa...
$167,424
Cash Flow: $165,000
Established Painting Contractor with Skilled Teams
San Francisco County, CA
This consistently profitable business is well-positioned for growth and scale. Based in the San Francisco Bay Area, it has developed a strong reputation for reliability, high-quality workmanship, and...
$540,000
Historic Marin Deli - $295K Revenue - Health Dept Already Approved!
San Rafael, CA
Historic Marin County Deli - 56-Year Legacy Business Opportunity Established in 1969, this iconic San Rafael deli has served the Marin community for over five decades, building an exceptional...
3
$126,000
Cash Flow: $73,603
Lucrative Cocktail Bar – #1 Hot Spot in San Lorenzo – Absentee Owner
San Lorenzo, CA
Rare chance to own a trendy, profitable bar located in the absolute hot spot of San Lorenzo. This modern lounge has already become a go-to nightlife destination for locals who love good drinks, good...
$275,000
Cash Flow: $146,753
Mani Kadir
Business Team (BTI)
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.
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San Francisco Bay Area Fireplace and Outdoor Living Business
San Francisco County, CA
This 20+ year old family owned company sells fireplaces, barbecues and firepits. It operates out of a high traffic downtown showroom location. The business offers product sales, installation and...
3
$739,000
Cash Flow: $315,169
Round Table - California
San Mateo County, CA
Longstanding location and well known brand. Franchisor requires $500K net worth and $200K liquid....
$350,000
Cash Flow: $47,910
Collectible Toy Vending - A Passive Income Machine! $4.5K+ Per Month
$30,000
Newark, CA
Restaurant & Full Bar in the Heart of Castro – Type 47 License Include
San Francisco, CA
This turnkey restaurant and full bar presents an exceptional opportunity in San Francisco's vibrant Castro District. The establishment comes fully equipped with a valuable Type 47 full liquor license,...
$799,000
Established Heating & Cooling Business – Consistent Cash Flow
Pleasanton, CA
Finest Heating & Air is a reputable, locally trusted HVAC company specializing in residential and light commercial heating, cooling, and indoor air quality services. With a strong commitment to...
3
$800,000
Cash Flow: $500,000
FranchiseTouching Hearts at Home
Available in California
Touching Hearts at Home is one of the largest privately owned franchises in the Home Health industry. We help people age in place with dignity and care.
$75,000
See More FranchisesTake Out Pizza Franchise $50K Down! Established Since 1998! 1 Owner!
Contra Costa County, CA
WOW GREAT PRICE! Owner is nearing Retirement! $526,354.52 in gross sales for 2024! This take and bake franchise has been absentee run and offers an opportunity to make additional money, especially for...
$99,000
Cash Flow: $55,699
FedEx Ground Routes – 16 Routes Available in Hayward/San Jose
Hayward, CA
Excellent opportunity to acquire a group of established and profitable FedEx Ground routes operating out of the Hayward terminal. All 16 routes are closely grouped, ensuring smooth operations and...
$2,280,000
Cash Flow: $765,000
Profitable Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning Business – SF North Bay
Sonoma County, CA
Step into a well-established, highly profitable carpet and upholstery cleaning business serving Sonoma and Marin Counties since 1983. This is a home-based operation with a loyal client base, strong...
5
$180,000
Cash Flow: $95,000
Profitable & Instagramable Bubble Tea Shop
Walnut Creek, CA
Profitable Bubble Tea & Coffee Shop - Downtown Walnut Creek Turnkey franchise opportunity in Downtown Walnut Creek's vibrant shopping district, recently recognized as the #1 destination in San...
6
$290,000
Cash Flow: $150,000
ENT Practice for Sale! San Mateo County!
San Mateo County, CA
ref#790 Located in the heart of Silicon Valley and surrounded by an affluent community, this well-established ENT practice offers an exceptional opportunity for growth. With $1,072,889 in gross...
$550,000
Cash Flow: $743,529
Mission Foods Master Distributorship For Sale Vallejo CA-$619,000
Vallejo, CA
Mission Foods Master Distributorship For Sale Vallejo CA-$619,000 #Ownaroute #Buyaroute #Distributor #Distributorship #IndependentDistributor #MissionRoute #MissionFoodsRoute #Mission #Flatbread...
$619,000
Cash Flow: $451,386
Licensed for 6 elderly care home in Alameda County
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Newark, CA
The elderly care home licensed for 6, approved for 5 non-ambulatory, 1 bedridden with a hospice waiver for 4 residents. 4 bedrooms have sliding door exits to the ramps for easy access. It is a bright,...
2
$1,678,000
Leading Garage Transformation Franchise For Sale
Hayward, CA
Garage Living was founded in 2005 and began franchising in 2015. There are currently 52 franchise territories in the United States, Canada and Australia. Garage Living is the premier garage...
3
$695,000
Bridal Store For Sale San Francisco, CA
San Francisco, CA
nown for its exceptional customer service and unique product, Bridal Breeze is built around creating an unrushed, tailored experience for each bride, especially the preferred choice for brides looking...
$295,000
FranchiseKiddie Academy
Available Nationwide
Kiddie Academy® Domestic Franchising is based in Maryland and supports 350+ Academies and counting in 39 states and the District of Columbia.
$250,000
See More FranchisesBuy 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.
