Solana Beach, CA
$295,000
Solana Beach, CA
$295,000
San Diego, CA
$349,000
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
$149,000
Carmichael, CA
$150,000
West Covina, CA
$100,000
Orange, CA
$500,000
Santa Ana, CA
$350,000
Lancaster, CA
$85,000
Lancaster, CA
$52,000
Irvine, CA
$5,500,000
San Diego, CA
$6,500,000
Orange County, CA
$39,500
California
Not Disclosed
Anaheim, CA
$195,000
Los Angeles, CA
$650,000
California
$32,000
Harinder Garcha(Realtor)
Re/max Gold Commercial Santa Clara Valley
Serving Stanislaus County, CA
We specialize in connecting buyers and sellers in high-value business and commercial real estate transactions. Led by Harinder Singh Garcha, a seasoned business specialist with extensive experience and personal investments in gas stations, liquor stores, hotels, restaurants, entertainment, and various other businesses, our company is dedicated to maximizing value for our clients with real-world knowledge. With a deep understanding of market trends, financial analysis, and negotiation strategies, Harinder Singh Garcha has built a reputation for facilitating seamless transactions that benefit all parties involved. Whether you are looking to invest in a thriving business, sell your established enterprise, or expand your portfolio, our team provides expert guidance throughout the process. What We Do: - Business Sales & Acquisitions: Assisting buyers and sellers in purchasing and selling gas stations, convenience stores, hotels, liquor stores, and other businesses. - Investment Strategy Consulting: Providing data-driven insights and recommendations to help clients make informed investment decisions. Negotiation & Deal Structuring: Ensuring fair and beneficial agreements that align with our clients' goals. Why Choose Us?: - Industry Expertise: Years of experience in business and real estate transactions. - Extensive Network: Connections with qualified buyers, sellers, lenders, and industry professionals. - Results-Driven Approach: Focused on securing the best possible outcomes for clients. - Confidential & Professional Service: We handle every transaction with discretion and integrity. We don’t just facilitate transactions—we build long-term partnerships that help our clients grow and succeed. Whether you are buying your first business, selling a profitable investment, or exploring new opportunities, we are here to guide you every step of the way. Honesty & Integrity is our #1 priority. Peninsula Gold: Broker#01957500 Harinder Garcha: DRE#02132413
Los Angeles, CA
$5,500,000
Hemet, CA
$1,999,999
Sacramento, CA
$3,500,000
Pomona, CA
Not Disclosed
Fresno County, CA
$3,500,000
San Joaquin County, CA
$300,000
Inglewood, CA
$2,790,000
San Jose, CA
$2,500,000
California
$1,500,000
West Covina, CA
$2,750,000
Ceres, CA
$1,900,000
Merced, CA
$1,900,000
Redding, CA
$8,200,000
Earlimart, CA
Not Disclosed
Nevada City, CA
Not Disclosed
Palm Springs, CA
Not Disclosed
Newport Beach, CA
$20,000,000
Montebello, CA
$7,950,000
Los Angeles County, CA
$2,799,000
Fillmore, CA
$5,400,000
Chino, CA
$195,000
Kern County, CA
$1,800,000
Kern County, CA
Not Disclosed
Lomita, CA
$789,000
Bakersfield, CA
Not Disclosed
Trinity County, CA
$495,000
Ceres, CA
Not Disclosed
Van Nuys, CA
$115,000
Gary Khachatrian
Lyonsgate Realty California
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
Business Broker You Can Trust !!!
Ventura, CA
Not Disclosed
Los Angeles, CA
$7,999,000
Bakersfield, CA
Not Disclosed
Ventura, CA
$1,100,000
San Diego County, CA
$3,600,000
Long Beach, CA
$999,000
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
Number of Businesses for Sale |
~5,500 |
Median Asking Price |
$360,000 |
Median Reported Revenue |
$630,000 |
Median Reported Earnings |
$150,000 |
Profit Margin |
23% |
Earnings Multiple |
2.5 |
Revenue Multiple |
0.6 |
Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings. |
Major Metro Areas
More than 80% of all businesses for sale in the state are in the following six metro areas:
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.
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.