Alameda, CA
$100,000
Businesses in California For Sale
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Super high volume Thai restaurant for sale in Downtown Alameda
Absentee run Boba tea drive thru only shop for sale in Pleasanton
Pleasanton, CA
$98,000
High Volume Dickey BBQ restaurant for sale in Lancaster of Los Angeles
Lancaster, CA
$350,000
High volume Italian and Mediterranean restaurant for sale in SF mall
San Francisco, CA
$150,000
Profitable Staffing Company with Approved Vendor Status
Contra Costa County, CA
Cash Flow: $438,000
Established Niche AV Business w/contracts - Seller Financing Available
Santa Rosa, CA
$160,000
Liquor Store In OC
Orange County, CA
$299,000
High Profiting Thai Restautant in Dublin, CA
Dublin, CA
$300,000
ACHC-Accredited Hospice in San Gabriel
San Gabriel, CA
$475,000
Boba Shop for sale in Woodland Hills! INCREDIBLE! WOW!
Woodland Hills, CA
$69,000
Mountain Mike's Pizza in Tuolumne County
Tuolumne County, CA
$175,000
Boutique Boxing Fitness Center!
Los Angeles, CA
Cash Flow: $10,000
Multi-Unit Coffee Shop for Sale (Hottest Market!)
Contra Costa County, CA
$1,800,000
Thriving Halal Mediterranean Grill QSR Franchisor
Sacramento County, CA
$750,000
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California
Bar & Lounge in Prime San Francisco Location with Type 48 Liquor
San Francisco, CA
$299,000
Albert Soto
True Inmobiliaria
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
We believe the role of a real estate agent is to guide and support, never to push or rush the process. We listen for as long as it takes to understand a client’s goals and objectives. Then, we put ourselves in their shoes to create a plan to meet those goals and objectives, devising solutions to any problems that may stand in the way. We also understand that buying or selling real estate can be a challenging, emotional experience. As your dedicated partner on this journey, we share our knowledge with you and provide you with the tools necessary to make informed decisions with ease and clarity. When you work with us, we work for you. Our client-first approach has resulted in us being named among America’s Best REALTORS® by Newsweek and ranking in the top 2% of all Orange County REALTORS® in 2020. We’ve also won Orange County Magazine’s prestigious All-Star award for three years straight. That’s because our passion is homeownership and its ability to elevate your lifestyle and create generational wealth. Our job is to find options for you while working with a level of transparency and integrity not always seen in this industry. We’re ready to assist with all your real estate needs, and we promise to be the true representatives of your best interests.
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Liquor Store with High Volume near FWY 134
Los Angeles County, CA
$1,500,000
Great restaurant ,Good income and great location
Alameda County, CA
$225,000
Dry Cleaners Established 38 Yrs South Orange Cty
Orange County, CA
$275,000
Cosmetic Company For Sale
Dana Point, CA
$595,000
(2 FOR 1) RESTAURANT & SEPARATED BAR Full liquor License
Saratoga, CA
$288,000
Spotless & State of the art No Ho Coin Laundry for Sale!
North Hollywood, CA
$595,000
Grocery Market W/ Restaurant Permit
Van Nuys, CA
$385,000
Express Car Wash Business for Sale in Central Valley, CA
Fresno County, CA
$1,500,000
Commercial Electrical Contractors
Madera County, CA
$350,000
Full Service Auto Repair PLUS Tire Sales and Service.
Plumas County, CA
$450,000
Well established sushi bar with Beer/Wine
Orange County, CA
$780,000
Remodeled, High-Visibility Vallejo Location with **AFFORDABLE RENT**
Solano County, CA
$79,000
LA Pharmacy | Absentee-Run | Ideal for Owner Operator Pharmacist
Baldwin Park, CA
$325,000
Yoga Studio for Sale: Serene Downtown Sanctuary - Present your offer
San Jose, CA
$50,000
Newly remodeled restaurant opportunity in south Redondo Beach
Redondo Beach, CA
$139,000
Neighborhood favorite gastropub and bar in Los Alamitos
Los Alamitos, CA
$425,000
Established Preschool and Kindergarten
Santa Clara County, CA
$325,000
Burlingame CPA Firm for Sale
Burlingame, CA
$525,000
Environmental Consulting Firm with Ongoing Government Contracts
California
$2,350,000
Lifestyle, Location and 23 yr Track Record!
Blairsden Graeagle, CA
$40,000
Turnkey 99 Cent / Dollar Discount Retail Store
Pomona, CA
$199,900
Prime High Traffic Piedmont Avenue Location w/Below Market Lease!
Oakland, CA
$149,000
Arco Ampm Business & Real Estate For Sale In Kern County
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Kern County, CA
$6,200,000
Fast Mexican Burrito ,Taco Sit Down And Take Out Restaurant.
La Habra, CA
$85,000
Home Health Business - Established, Turnkey - Los Angeles County
Burbank, CA
$1,400,000
Irvine Bakery equipped. Submit all offers
Irvine, CA
$195,000
Independent Freestanding Ambulatory Surgical Center
California
Cash Flow: $352,000
Absentee Run Mexican Restaurant and Cantina
San Bernardino County, CA
$995,000
Erik Wiese
Wiese & Associates
Serving San Diego County, CA
Since graduating from Harvard in 1989, Wiese & Associates has been providing outstanding commercial real estate brokerage and management services. We also specialize in business sales with a current emphasis on gas stations, car washes and convenience stores.
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Restaurant/Bar-Pizza, San Diego Big Profit-Nets +++++/year. Busy Area
San Diego, CA
$300,000
General Contracting & Landscaping Business
Yolo County, CA
$375,000
Non-Operational Laundromat with Renovation-Ready Rental Units
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Burney, CA
$350,000
Golden Opportunity: NorCal Mining Supply Store
Shasta County, CA
$150,000
Long Beach Coastal Bar & Grill – Ideal Visibility w/Flexible Build-Out
Long Beach, CA
$320,000
Compact Milk Tea Shop with Drive-Thru for Sale
Pleasanton, CA
$65,000
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.
