Los Angeles, CA
Businesses For Sale in Los Angeles Metro Area, CA


Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
$49,000

Los Angeles, CA
$725,000

Long Beach, CA
$90,000
Los Angeles County, CA
$459,000
San Bernardino County, CA
$500,000
Oak Park, CA
$39,999
Anaheim, CA
$87,000
Tarzana, CA
$114,000
Los Angeles, CA
$75,000
Whittier, CA
$250,000
Los Angeles, CA
$180,000
Rosemead, CA
$200,000
Orange County, CA
$350,000
Los Angeles, CA
$175,000
Los Angeles, CA
$140,000
Edward Fixen, Certified Business Broker
BusinessQuest Brokers, Inc.
Serving Los Angeles 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).
Huntington Beach, CA
$175,000
Gardena, CA
$59,000
Santa Ana, CA
$189,900
Canoga Park, CA
$249,999
Riverside County, CA
$425,000
Palm Desert, CA
$125,000
Anaheim, CA
$175,000
Los Angeles, CA
$30,000
Los Angeles, CA
$30,000
Los Angeles, CA
$30,000
Los Angeles, CA
$30,000
Burbank, CA
$49,000
Rolling Hills Estates, CA
$99,000
Yorba Linda, CA
$70,000
Los Angeles, CA
$30,000
West Covina, CA
$120,000
Paramount, CA
Los Angeles County, CA
$875,000
Orange, CA
$115,000
Montebello, CA
$30,000
West Hollywood, CA
$340,000
North Hollywood, CA
$165,000
Costa Mesa, CA
$125,000
Los Angeles, CA
$85,000
Sherman Oaks, CA
$165,000
Los Angeles, CA
$94,000
Santa Ana, CA
$199,888
Los Angeles, CA
$115,000
Mike Maiman
MKL Agency Broker
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
MKL is a Mergers & Acquisitions Advisory Firm that works Exclusively with Independent Insurance Agents and Brokers throughout the USA. Connecting Sellers To Cash Buyers Working In all 50 States Strict Confidentiality Valuation Specialist Licensed Insurance Broker focused strictly on selling Insurance Agencies & Books of Business
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
$350,000
Murrieta, CA
$275,000
Los Angeles, CA
$175,000
Los Angeles, CA
$50,000
Huntington Beach, CA
$80,000
Sherman Oaks, CA
$385,000
Buy or Sell a Business in Greater Los Angeles
Greater Los Angeles is the largest metro area in California and the second-largest in the United States. With a diverse economy, high population density, access to major transportation routes, and a ton of money, it's no surprise that many entrepreneurs are interested in buying or selling a business here.
Market Snapshot
Number of Businesses for Sale |
~2,830 |
Median Asking Price |
$330,000 |
Median Reported Revenue |
$600,000 |
Median Reported Earnings |
$130,000 |
Profit Margin |
22% |
Earnings Multiple |
2.5 |
Revenue Multiple |
0.6 |
Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings. |
The following information was derived from our most recent market analysis of the LA area. It is intended to provide an overview of the current market for businesses for sale. Keep in mind not all business owners report financial information, so the financial metrics may not be representative of all businesses being sold.
How many businesses are currently for sale in the Greater Los Angeles area?
As of the latest market analysis, over 2,800 businesses are listed for sale in the Greater Los Angeles area. Please note that many listings may be 'blindly' listed and only available through broader searches at the state level.
What types of businesses are available for sale in the Greater Los Angeles area?
The Greater Los Angeles marketplace is diverse, featuring a range of businesses for sale:
- Approximately 900 restaurant businesses
- Roughly 400 retail businesses
- Around 300 health and fitness businesses
- About 250 service-related businesses
- Nearly 200 automotive and boat service businesses
- Close to 150 beauty and personal care businesses
- Approximately 125 manufacturing businesses
- Around 100 construction businesses
In which cities are most businesses being sold?
The highest number of businesses sold in Greater Los Angeles are found in:
- Los Angeles (400+)
- Long Beach (70+)
- Anaheim (60+)
- Riverside (60+)
- Huntington Beach (50+)
- Orange (50+)
- Palm Springs (50+)
What is the average asking price for businesses for sale in the region?
The median asking price for businesses in the LA area stands at $330,000.
What is the average revenue for these businesses?
The median reported revenue for businesses available for sale in Greater Los Angeles is $600,000.
What is the average seller discretionary earnings for these businesses?
The median reported owner earnings for Greater Los Angeles businesses for sale is $130,000.
What are the average valuation multiples?
Based on the reported listing data:
- The average asking earnings multiple is about 2.5
- The average asking revenue multiple is approximately 0.6
How can business owners in Greater Los Angeles sell their own businesses?
For business owners looking to sell, it's common to turn to a professional business broker to manage the sale process. Alternatively, some sellers may choose to list their businesses for sale on their own. However, it's important for sellers to carefully consider the potential challenges and complexities of managing their own sale process before making a decision.