San Diego, CA
$53,000
Businesses For Sale in California
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Vending Machines & Locations Throughout San Diego.
Vending Machines & Locations Throughout Orange County.
Orange, CA
$53,000
Vending Machines & Locations Throughout Los Angeles.
Los Angeles, CA
$53,000
Dental Practice for Sale in N. Hollywood, CA
North Hollywood, CA
$750,000
Popular, Well Established Japanese /Sushi Restaurant Motivated Seller
Marin County, CA
$100,000
Bakery and Cafe for sale in San Francisco Outer sunset
San Francisco, CA
$150,000
Fantastic Automotive Shop & Sales Opportunity in the Sierra Foothills!
Garden Valley, CA
$849,500
Preschool business for sale in San Francisco Outer sunset
San Francisco, CA
$100,000
Long Beach Beer & Wine Bar for Sale!
Long Beach, CA
$180,000
"Redwood City" Turn-Key restaurant with cater service along El Camino!
Redwood City, CA
$175,000
Novato CA CPA Practice for Sale
Novato, CA
$800,000
Must see Drive Thru Restaurant in Brea
California
$295,000
Highly Reputable Internal Medicine Clinic
California
Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $434,000
Business Coaching and Training Franchise
San Bernardino County, CA
$250,000
Poke Restaurant in Sun Valley
Sun Valley, CA
$150,000
Name Brand Hamburger Franchise SBA Pre-Approved
Los Angeles County, CA
$525,000
Edward Fixen, Certified Business Broker
BusinessQuest Brokers, Inc.
Serving San Bernardino County, CA
Since 2006 BusinessQuest has specialized in representing sellers of privately-held, small and medium sized businesses with annual sales ranging from $500,000 up to $30 million. BusinessQuest is a full service business appraisal and business brokerage firm. Over the years we have sold over 150 businesses and valued another 200 businesses and developed expertise in the manufacturing, wholesale/distribution, business services, e-commerce, personal services, retail, food service, healthcare, and transportation & logistics industries. We are unique in that we are both Certified Business Appraisers and Certified Business Brokers, a distinction very few of our peers hold. We have two offices located in Los Angeles County and the Inland Empire to serve all of Southern California. Our staff consist of three (3) Certified Business Brokers, three (3) other experienced business brokers, one Certified Business Appraiser and one Certified Valuation Analyst. In addition to our business brokerage and M&A advisory expertise, we specialize in preparing business valuations and certified appraisals ranging from less costly opinion of value reports to comprehensive certified appraisals meeting the professional standards of the National Association of Certified Valuators & Analysts (NACVA).
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Wholesale Party Favors Company
Los Angeles, CA
$4,000,000
Well-Established Carpet and Floor Cleaning Company
San Luis Obispo County, CA
$235,000
Veterinary Hospital, North Coast of California, Small Animal
Arcata, CA
Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $194,500
Acclaimed Wholesale Bakery Brand w/Retail – Property Available!
Los Angeles, CA
$1,550,000
Food Manufacturer - Frozen Pizza & Burritos - Retirement Sale
California
Not Disclosed
Liquor & Conv. Store - Pleasanton
Pleasanton, CA
$275,000
Restaurant ( Breakfast & Lunch) in Valencia
Valencia, CA
$495,000
Mitsubishi Franchised Car Dealership For Sale- West of Sacramento
California
$1,750,000
Fast Fish and Chips and Hamburger for sale in Sacramento area
Sacramento, CA
$199,000
Destination Shop For Gems, Beads & Metaphysical Objects in Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz County, CA
$200,000
Electronics Design Firm with Fortune 500 clients
Alameda County, CA
Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $200,000
Coin Laundry & Coin Car Wash with Property
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Los Angeles County, CA
$7,500,000
Sauna/ Health Spa in San Fernando Valley
Northridge, CA
$7,500,000
Profitable Multi-Brand Motorcycle Dealership
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
California
$2,850,000
Brentwood San Vicente Restaurant For Sale
Los Angeles, CA
$1,200,000
Established Beer Pub Downtown San Pedro
San Pedro, CA
$160,000
Established Lotto/western Union/Tax preparing business for sale in SF
San Francisco, CA
$170,000
Architectural Firm
California
Not Disclosed
EBITDA: $775,000
Car Wash with Property in San Bernardino County
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
San Bernardino County, CA
$5,200,000
Breakfast & Lunch Restaurant for Sale! W/Hard Liquor License!
San Francisco, CA
$249,000
High-End Commercial & Residential Architect in Bay Area (17719)
California
$995,000
Medical Practice in Los Angeles – Well Established, Net $500K
Burbank, CA
$800,000
IRVINE High Volume Restaurant W/ Type 47 ABC License For Sale
Irvine, CA
Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $381,235
FAA Certified Aircraft Interiors & Repair Station
Long Beach, CA
$500,000
Type 47 ABC License - Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara, CA
$375,000
Asset SaleKorean Fried Chicken and Corndog
Riverside County, CA
$59,000
Asset Sale"AAA: E Coast Hwy Site with inside and small outside seating
Corona Del Mar, CA
$300,000
Asset SaleAmerican Restaurant- Changeable to other concepts
Newport Beach, CA
$275,000
NEREIDA CASTILLO
HOMESMART REALTY WEST
Serving San Diego County, CA
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Asset SaleMassage Center in amazing Sawtelle area
Los Angeles, CA
$175,000
Asset SaleLow rent A lot of traffic next to Ontario mills
Ontario, CA
$120,000
Asset SaleTurn Key Pest Control Business
Menifee, CA
$180,000
Asset SaleIncredible Business Opportunity in the Heart of San Benito County!
Hollister, CA
$150,000
Asset SaleScarlett Beauty Salon - Lake Balboa - LOW RENT
Lake Balboa, CA
$70,000
Asset SaleLiquor License Type 47
Monrovia, CA
$135,000
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.
