Woodland Hills, CA
$165,000
Businesses For Sale in California
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Asset SaleHome Health for Sale in Woodland Hills with Provider Number!
Asset SaleWinery Production Facility Event Space with Kitchen and Bars
Ventura County, CA
$250,000
Asset SaleRestaurant for Sale in Shopping Center near St. Francis High School
Mountain View, CA
$125,000
Asset SaleAsset Sale Owner Absentee Run Boba Tea Shop
Upland, CA
$50,000
Asset SaleRestaurant for Sale Pizza & Pasta in Lakewood
Lakewood, CA
$250,000
Asset SaleType 20 ABC License for use Santa Barbara County
Santa Barbara County, CA
$7,000
Asset SaleCandy Store
Monterey, CA
$800,000
Asset SaleWest Hollywood Santa Monica Blvd. 2 am Liquor for Sale
West Hollywood, CA
$695,000
Asset SaleAmazing Opportunity Complete New Food Truck Set Up On A 2016 32 foot
Los Angeles County, CA
$167,500
Asset SaleGreat Location Heart Of Lake Elsinore Mexican Restaurant 47 Liquor
Lake Elsinore, CA
$150,000
Asset SaleGilman Brewpub Daly City
Daly City, CA
$99,000
Asset SalePortable Cannabis Consumption Lounge License (West Hollywood, CA)
West Hollywood, CA
$599,000
Asset SaleFully Equipped Production Bakery
Los Angeles County, CA
$100,000
Asset SaleMexican restaurant --> Operated by employees
Los Angeles, CA
$60,000
Asset SaleRestaurant Asset & Lease Sale!!!
Pico Rivera, CA
$170,000
Asset SaleLTC, Closed Doors Pharmacy is for sale
Winnetka, CA
$250,000
D. Joe Atchison, CBB,CMMBI,MBA,CPA
Sunbelt Business Sales, Mergers & Aquisitions
Serving Riverside County, CA
Mr. Atchison has financial, sales/marketing and general management skills. Joe's last position in corporate America was as the President/CEO of a manufacturing company in Irvine, CA for 11 years. In that role he focused the company's efforts on new product development (five patents issued), manufacturing efficiencies (gross margins increased from 23% to 52%) quality (achieved ISO9001 and QS9000 certifications), and a strong emphasis on sales, marketing and customer service resulting in double digit sales growth. Prior to that he was the Chief Financial Officer of two publicly traded companies. During his corporate career, Mr. Atchison was successful in selling a number of divisions, subsidiaries and stand alone businesses. These successes motivated Joe to start his Sunbelt Business Brokers office. Mr. Atchison is also President of Atchison Advisory, Inc., which provides operational improvement consulting to under-performing companies in an effort to help them achieve their potential and thus be able to sell sooner and at a better price and more favorable terms. Mr. Atchison is a Certified Business Intermediary (International Business Brokers Association), a Certified Business Broker (California Business Brokers Association), a Certified Middle Market Business Intermediary and is a Certified Public Accountant - inactive (State of California). His education includes a bachelors of science in accounting and a Masters in Business Administration - Finance. Joe serves on the Forms Committee of the California Association of Business Brokers. Mr. Atchison is the Treasurer and a Board member of Project: Steps to Christ, Inc. – a non-profit company based in New York that distributes Christian books to homes in North America..
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Asset SaleTurnkey Cannabis Distribution Business For Sale (#1513)
Long Beach, CA
$225,000
Asset SaleBeverly Center Turn Key Restaurant For Lease
West Hollywood, CA
$200,000
Asset Sale$695,000 Asset Sale - Fitted Bar & Restaurant with Real Estate
Jamestown, CA
$695,000
Asset SaleRestaurant Asset Sale and Sublease
San Diego, CA
Not Disclosed
Asset SaleAsset Sale Thai Restaurant with B& W
Murrieta, CA
$180,000
Asset SaleGreat Fitness Studio in a Special Niche Market
Santa Clara County, CA
$149,000
Asset SaleHip Silver Lake Opportunity!
Los Angeles, CA
$100,000
Asset SaleCannabis (Talking Trees) Brand For Sale (Humboldt County, CA) #1469
Eureka, CA
$500,000
Asset Sale47 Liquor License For Sale
Santa Monica, CA
$100,000
Asset SalePriced To Sell ~ Small Restaurant For Sale
Auburn, CA
$65,000
Asset SaleSunset Strip West Hollywood Restaurant for Sale
West Hollywood, CA
$250,000
Asset SaleSILVER LAKE - Prime 2nd Generation Restaurant & Bar - Type 47 -
Silver Lake, CA
$150,000
Asset SalePerfect for To-Go Concept - Food Use Space Available
San Francisco, CA
$50,000
Asset SaleAsset Sale Asian Restaurant
Hacienda Heights, CA
$100,000
Asset SaleLa Mesa Area Restaurant/Bar For Sale
San Diego, CA
$350,002
Asset SaleCA Type 21 & Type 47 Liquor Licenses FOR SALE
California
$75,000
Asset SaleSweet Basil California Eatery
Palm Desert, CA
$300,000
Asset SaleAsian Restaurant in Bressi Ranch, Bring your concept.
Carlsbad, CA
$195,000
Asset SaleBreakfast & Lunch Cafe, Asset Sale, Build out 2 Mil
Santa Monica, CA
$250,000
Asset SaleEstablished Salvadorian Restaurant For Sale
East Los Angeles, CA
$299,000
Asset SaleType-47 ABC License for use in San Luis Obispo
San Luis Obispo, CA
$425,000
Asset SaleMenchies Frozen Yogurt Shop -PRICE REDUCED
Los Angeles County, CA
$69,000
Asset SaleAsset sale Persian & Italian Restaurant with B&W
Wilmington, CA
$325,000
Asset SaleRare Restaurant Opportunity in the Affluent City of Solana Beach
Solana Beach, CA
$295,000
Asset SaleHillcrest Restaurant with Incredible Charm, Super low rent!
San Diego, CA
$349,000
Asset SaleAsset Sale Fast Food Restaurant
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
$149,000
Asset SaleTRADEMARKS for Sale - Athletic Apparel Design Company Since 1985
Carmichael, CA
$150,000
Asset SaleRecently Renovated Fully Built-Out Vietnamese Restaurant
West Covina, CA
$100,000
Louie Contreras
Legacy Commercial
Serving Orange County, CA
Founded in 2024 Legacy Commercial Realty is a Pro shop Help you find or sell your existing business all in one, Rather it be purchasing a new business selling one or purchasing a new commercial property or home we can help you, we have many years of experience in the field and are a high end hospitality driven Real Estate organization. Our years of experience as individuals has taught us that how you make some one feel about their Real Estate transaction is more important than the actual transaction itself. We are modernizing the traditional Real Estate model and are focused on building lasting relationships through exceptional level of customer service and wealth building for our agents and clients. Our Mission; Legacy Commercial is a Real Estate company founded on traditional values emphasizing lasting relationships through it's beliefs, principles and exceptional hospitality.
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Asset SaleAnti-Foam Asset For Sale
Orange, CA
$500,000
Asset SaleSanta Ana Cocktail Bar & Kitchen –Versatile Layout in Prime Location!
Santa Ana, CA
$350,000
Asset Sale$85,000 Vacant LAND for Sale! In Lancaster! # 4
Lancaster, CA
$85,000
Asset Sale$52,000 Vacant LAND for Sale! In Lancaster # 3
Lancaster, CA
$52,000
Asset SalePatented Unpowered Wireless Signal Booster for Sale
Irvine, CA
$5,500,000
Asset Sale15 Off market Hotel, Hotel Note and development land
San Diego, CA
$6,500,000
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.
