REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Lassen County, CA
$1,300,000
Businesses For Sale in California
Local Info
Ready-Mix Concrete and Aggregate Supply *Pre-Approved Lending
Elk Grove Pool Service Route for Sale
Sacramento County, CA
$97,200
Turn-key Used Car Dealership
San Diego, CA
$150,000
5 star reviews beauty salon for sale in Newark
Newark, CA
$190,000
High Volume Liquor Store In Prime Area Of Orange County For Sale
Anaheim, CA
$799,000
'THE CHEESESTEAK SHOP' has a Profitable and Popular Location for Sale
Livermore, CA
$274,999
Popular Restaurant, Bar, and Hookah
North Hollywood, CA
$795,000
Profitable and Well-Loved American Burger Joint – $130K Seller Earning
San Jose, CA
$249,000
Hospice Agency – Sherman Oaks, Los Angeles County
Sherman Oaks, CA
$250,000
Profitable HVAC/Hydronics Company located in S. California
California
$599,000
'THE CHEESESTEAK SHOP' has a Profitable and Popular Location for Sale.
Alameda, CA
$249,999
Profitable HVAC/Hydronics Company S. California
California
$599,000
800SF Pizzeria For Sale; Corner Location & Great Neighborhood Goodwill
Alameda, CA
$75,000
Established Intermodal Trucking Company – $9M Revenue
$15,000,000
Long Beach, CA
High-Growth Residential Cleaning Franchise Resale - Prime San Diego
San Diego County, CA
$189,000
Downtown LA Restaurant – $350K+ per month in 2024 – $600K
Los Angeles, CA
$600,000
Bill Corley - BottomLine Business Brokers
BottomLine Business Brokers
Serving Orange County, CA
Professionally, confidentially and with the highest integrity, BottomLine provides business brokerage and M&A services to Buyers and Sellers of small and medium-sized California businesses across a wide range of industries. Our team of experienced, licensed brokers provide exceptional service, from the first client meeting to the close of escrow ... and beyond! BottomLine is the brokerage with a competitive edge, a powerful blend of old school sales finesse and modern digital marketing. We have an active following - half our deals come from our massive database of qualified buyers, who also love to purchase the real estate. We work tirelessly to match each business for sale with the right buyer and guide the company through the complexities of transitioning to new ownership. If it's a business, our brokers have sold one just like it! With well over a thousand businesses sold under one roof, we deliver superior results. And that's the BottomLine. Business Owners: •No Upfront Fees - Only pay when your business sells. •Valuations - Business valuations take experience: they're a blend of the state of your company, its profitability and market conditions. We'll help determine fair market value. •Accomplished - The BottomLine team has sold businesses in YOUR industry. •Peace of Mind - Selling businesses is a full-time job; you run your company and let us handle the sale. •Experienced Guides - We shepherd the process from start to finish: documentation, marketing, due diligence, and escrow. •Representation Matters - Great representation stacks the odds in favor of a successful sale. A BottomLine broker is a huge advantage! Buyers: •Opportunity - Each business we represent is an opportunity for the right Buyer. •The Highest Standards - We represent each business with integrity, disclosure, and accuracy. •First Time Buyers Welcome - Many of our Buyers are first-timers. Don’t worry, we’ll coach you through the process.
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Central California Truck Stop & C-Store with Real Estate Included
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
California
$1,995,000
High Traffic Dry Cleaners For Sale
Rocklin, CA
$200,000
Wellness Center
Los Angeles County, CA
$150,000
Coin Laundry - Owner Absentee-Plenty of Parking
Santa Clara County, CA
$296,000
Coffee & Tea with Dessert Shop
Los Alamitos, CA
$200,000
Liquor Store for Sale in Murrieta
Murrieta, CA
$300,000
Corner Restaurant Spacious kitchen with a Long Hood & Patio
Milpitas, CA
$288,000
Spacious Restaurant W/ Open Kitchen on El- Camino Real W/type 41
Redwood City, CA
$228,000
30 + Year family owned Auto Repair Shop
$225,000
Brentwood, CA
Restaurant next to Angels Stadium of Anaheim & Honda Center
Anaheim, CA
$98,000
9 FedEx Ground Routes - Oceanside, CA - Seller & Vehicle Financing
Oceanside, CA
$900,000
6 FedEx Ground Routes - Santa Rosa, CA - Seller & Vehicle Financing
Windsor, CA
$550,000
A turn-key business for the mosquito & pest season!
Orange County, CA
$69,500
Profitable Chiropractic Clinic in High-Traffic Location, San Francisco
San Francisco County, CA
$429,000
Dry Cleaner Agency Great Location Near Huntington Hospital
Pasadena, CA
$50,000
Sought After Profitable Luxury Beauty Business in NELA
Los Angeles, CA
$660,000
SUBWAY Sandwich Lease is Over Price Only $50K
La Habra, CA
$50,000
7321 Santa Monica Blvd.
West Hollywood, CA
$500,000
Meat Grocery Market -LA North
North Hills, CA
$950,000
TV and Motion Picture Equipment Rental Company For Sale
$3,200,000
Moorpark, CA
Confidential Law Practice for Sale with Contracts
California
$475,000
A profitable cafe serving food, boba/ fruitd drinks, turnkey condition
Fremont, CA
$200,000
Pizza Restaurant Priced for a quick sale
Bakersfield, CA
$180,000
Established Profitable Child Day Care Center
Bakersfield, CA
$525,000
"San Bruno" Restaurant for Sale in PRIME Location!
San Bruno, CA
$179,000
Established Screen Printing & Apparel Business – SEO Advantage
Orange County, CA
$99,000
Market Sushi
Norco, CA
$55,000
Handmade, Non-Toxic Kitchenware with Cultural Flair
Orange County, CA
$435,000
ProMed Financial
ProMed Financial, Inc.
Serving Orange County, CA
Practice Financing and Transition Services since 1993. We are one of the longest, standing healthcare financing and practice transition services in the country.
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Boba Matcha Shop in a busy shopping center close to Yorba Linda
Orange County, CA
$150,000
Great Producing Gas Station With Upside
Fresno, CA
$950,000
Veterinary Clinic for sale
$845,000
Ventura County, CA
Commercial Tile and Stone Contractor
Los Angeles County, CA
Not Disclosed
EBITDA: $3,072,251
Reputable SoCal Design-Build Firm | Full-Service Construction
Los Angeles County, CA
$2,000,000
High-Volume Cold Stone Creamery Downtown El Segundo, CA - Grand Plaza!
El Segundo, CA
$159,000
ENT Practice for Sale! San Mateo County!
San Mateo County, CA
$550,000
Turnkey Casual Ramen & Asian Fusion
Ventura County, CA
$120,000
Staple Old Folsom Bar "City Slickers" For Sale
Folsom, CA
$1,900,000
Laundromat for Sale - NEW Speed Queen Washers (Long Beach, CA)
Long Beach, CA
$490,000
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.
