San Diego County, CA

Businesses in San Diego County, CA For Sale

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Downtown SD Mexican food or bring your concept

San Diego, CA

Here is the downtown Mexican food location you have been looking for. Turnkey location, keep or change the name, it’s up to you! If you love the location for a different concept-bring it in! Either...

$137,000

$137,000

Coastal Microbrewery w/ Rooftop Ocean Views

San Diego County, CA

This well-established coastal microbrewery offers a rare opportunity to acquire a turnkey operation in one of Southern California’s most vibrant beach communities. With a bar featuring ocean views,...

$650,000

$650,000

PIzza-sports bar-bring your concept-41 license

San Diego, CA

Prime Opportunity: Own a Convoy Area Restaurant Turnkey Restaurant with High-End Oven Ready for Success Save on build out $ and 12 plus months of red tape just get it built out. This is your chance to...

$349,000

$349,000

Busy Greek & Fusion Food Truck Biz – Great Brand & Growth Potential

San Diego, CA

This well-known food truck business has carved out a strong presence in the San Diego area with its popular Greek and contemporary-style menu. Operating from two fully-equipped trucks, the company...

$500,000

$500,000

Cash Flow: $150,000

Hello Penny Bar - Unique Mobile Bar Trailer Event Business

San Diego County, CA

Only reach out if you are willing to work IN the business Hello Penny Bar is a well-known mobile bar trailer business operating throughout Southern California. Built around a professionally restored...

$89,000

$89,000

Profitable construction company in a Growing Area

Escondido, CA

This is a rare opportunity to acquire a highly reputable and well-established general contracting firm based in Escondido, CA, serving North San Diego County and beyond. Operating since 1995, the...

$500,000

$500,000

Cash Flow: $293,000

Thai Restaurant Bar and Lounge

San Diego County, CA

A Thai dining experience in San Diego County. Known for its authentic flavors, the restaurant carefully crafts each dish using the finest ingredients, both locally sourced and imported from Thailand....

$1,200,000

$1,200,000

Cash Flow: $514,308

Operational and profitable specialty coffee shop for sale

San Diego, CA

Known for its full espresso menu, signature drinks, locally sourced food items, excellent customer service, and fresh-roast coffee by the cup or bag to bring home. The shop is fully operational and...

$99,000

$99,000

45yo San Diego Driving & Traffic School

San Diego, CA

Seize this tremendous opportunity to acquire a 45-year-old, recession-proof turn-key company. This established business, a staple in Southern California and North County San Diego, currently thrives...

$165,000

$165,000

Cash Flow: $51,020

Auto Repair Shop - In Escrow

San Diego County, CA

Auto repair shop for sale in northern San Diego County. In operation for nearly 20 years with a strong local customer base. The shop is fully equipped with high-end tools and two lifts, specializing...

$99,000

$99,000

Cash Flow: $70,000

Premier Custom Screen Printing + Embroidery Business

San Diego County, CA

North County San Diego: Quality apparel decoration with full packaging services including: relabeling, inside neck size label, sewn in neck and hem labels, hangtags, folding and bagging, size sticker,...

$350,000

$350,000

Cash Flow: $146,212

San Diego Café & Wine Bar

San Diego County, CA

An exceptional opportunity awaits in the heart of San Diego for an aspiring restaurateur or experienced operator to take over a beautifully curated café and wine bar that combines timeless charm with...

$137,000

$137,000

Cash Flow: $33,827

Well-known, brand-name guitar pedal company for sale.

$295,000 - San Diego, CA

$295,000

San Diego, CA

Established Window Tinting & Treatment Business with Strong Reputation

San Diego County, CA

A leading window tinting provider in San Diego, this business has been delivering top-tier residential, commercial, and automotive film solutions since 1997. Known for its professionalism and...

$979,723

$979,723

Cash Flow: $387,385

21 FedEx Ground Routes - San Diego, CA - Seller Financing

San Diego, CA

FedEx Ground Routes for Sale: Well-established and highly profitable FedEx Ground routes. All routes are contiguous, making load sharing among routes efficient. Each business, which is comprised of...

$2,600,000

$2,600,000

Cash Flow: $687,632

Steve Lyle

Coldwell Banker Commercial Lyle & Associates

Serving San Diego County, CA

History of Lyle Commercial Lyle Commercial has gained a reputation for providing the best brokerage and real estate investment services to clients active in the Coachella Valley region. Very simply, Lyle Commercial knows its marketplace! Our agents are experienced in the sale and leasing of commercial, retail and office space, as well as the sale of income and investment properties and land. Lyle’s Affiliation with Coldwell Banker Commercial Coldwell Banker Commercial is one of the most respected and recognized names in commercial real estate, both nationally and internationally. Coldwell Banker Commercial Lyle & Associates gives you, our client, greater access to a wide range of resources–both locally in the Coachella Valley as well as nationally and internationally.

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10 FedEx Ground Routes - San Diego, CA - Seller Financing

San Diego, CA

FedEx Ground Routes for Sale: Well-established and highly profitable FedEx Ground routes. All routes are contiguous, making load sharing among routes efficient. Each business, which is comprised of...

$1,300,000

$1,300,000

Cash Flow: $353,129

Pine House Cafe & Tavern!

Mount Laguna, CA

Discover a cherished gem in the heart of a popular hiking destination! This well-established café, beloved by locals and visitors alike for decades, boasts a loyal clientele and a reputation that...

$249,000

$249,000

Rancho Santa Fe Pool Service Route for Sale

San Diego County, CA

Premium accounts with all customers having been hand groomed and picked by a long time successful owner. Very profitable route with $150 filter cleans in place and common extra billings for phosphate...

$56,250

$56,250

Cash Flow: $47,500

Established Asian Restaurant with ABC 41 License

San Diego, CA

An established, high-volume Asian restaurant in a desirable San Diego location is now available for acquisition. The business currently operates under an absentee owner model and possesses a valuable...

$499,000

$499,000

Cash Flow: $168,714

Established & Much Loved Pet Sitting Service!

San Diego, CA

PET LOVERS ONLY! Can you think of anything better than working with pets every day? Neither can I. Dogs, cats, birds, fish, iguanas & more. Every Day is a new experience. Well established Home Based...

$79,900

$79,900

Papa Johns Pizza - 25 Years in Business, Profitable & Turnkey

San Diego County, CA

PROFITABLE PAPA JOHNS PIZZA Franchise for sale in San Diego County Ca. Looking for a hot business opportunity in San Diego County CA? Look no further than Papa John's Pizza Franchise. Located in a...

$175,000

$175,000

Cash Flow: $50,271

Bookkeeping & Accounting Franchise for Sale

San Diego County, CA

A well-established professional services firm based in a major Southern California city provides outsourced bookkeeping, controller-level support, and operational services to small and growing...

$550,000

$550,000

Cash Flow: $150,000

*****PRICE REDUCTION $275K-Rare Type 48 Bar For Sale*****

$275,000 - San Diego, CA

$275,000

San Diego, CA

Profitable SD Commercial Janitorial Service Franchise

San Diego, CA

This robust commercial janitorial services company, located in San Diego, generates revenue through recurring janitorial contracts for commercial properties, providing services such as daily...

$350,000

$350,000

Cash Flow: $136,000

Dry Cleaner Business For Sale

San Diego County, CA

Dry Cleaner business for sale in Northern San Diego County, located in a prime shopping center. This business is fully equipped for high-volume cleaning with commercial washers, shirt presses, and...

$79,000

$79,000

Cash Flow: $60,000

Shipping & Mail Center in Prime Location

Rancho Bernardo, CA

This independently owned shipping and mail center is located in a beautifully renovated, 5-star AAA shopping center surrounded by restaurants, retail shops, and a grocery store—providing strong foot...

$199,000

$199,000

Cash Flow: $89,513

Manufacturing Equipment - Electromagnetic Metal Forming (EMF)

San Diego County, CA

ASSET SALE Electromagnetic Metal Forming (EMF): High-Speed Precision Manufacturing Electromagnetic Metal Forming (EMF) is an advanced high-speed metal forming process in which a powerful...

$875,000

$875,000

Encinitas Turn-Key Italian / Pizza Restaurant Opportunity

Encinitas, CA

Currently operating as an Italian / pizza restaurant. Operates out of a 3,788 sq. ft. space in a high-traffic, affluent area of San Diego County, just minutes from the coast. Dine-in, takeout, and...

$125,000

$125,000

Appliance Repair and Servicing

San Diego, CA

A trusted appliance repair provider based in San Diego, this family-owned business brings over a decade of hands-on experience servicing a wide range of household appliances, including refrigerators,...

$85,000

$85,000

Cash Flow: $46,171

PROFITABLE Mailbox, Postal, North County Coastal, San Diego, CA

Carlsbad, CA

Seize this high-grossing Mailbox, shipping opportunity in one of San Diego County’s most sought-after shopping centers! This well-established business provides essential shipping, packaging, and...

$199,000

$199,000

Cash Flow: $71,000

Profitable-Long Established-Cheap Rent-Seller To Train-Fun Business

Santee, CA

Bakery for sale; Super long established, opened in 2004 this is an opportunity to own a fun and rewarding business that brings smiles to all their customers and good money to your bank account. Are...

$135,000

$135,000

Cash Flow: $74,000

48 lic bar-SALES ARE BOOMING-cheap rent-PROFITABLE-great atmosphere

San Diego, CA

Outstanding opportunity to get into a type 48 license bar in the heart of San Diego. This location has been recently remodeled, and it was done right. This bar is super clean and easy to operate....

$299,999

$299,999

Screenprint and Embroidery shop - For sale

$130,000 - Escondido, CA

$130,000

Escondido, CA

Sushi Restaurant For Sale

San Diego County, CA

Sushi restaurant for sale in Del Mar Heights, established for 10 years with a loyal customer base and high volume sales. Located in a busy strip mall with a major anchor tenant, this restaurant is...

$299,000

$299,000

Cash Flow: $130,000

San Diego Based Vending Route - Great CashFlow!

San Diego County, CA

Listing Details: - Location: San Diego, CA - Machine Type: Vendo / AP - Age of Machines: Refurbished - Established: 2021 -Restocking: In-house For sale: A profitable Vending route consisting of...

$31,999

$31,999

Cash Flow: $14,000

Mediterranean FAST CASUAL In Hillcrest.

San Diego, CA

PRICE REDUCED.....Incredible Opportunity !!!! Take over this TURNKEY and PROFITABLE Mediterranean Restaurant & Bakery in San Diego at a deep discount. This place has it all ! Corner location in one of...

$350,000

$350,000

Cash Flow: $248,000

CAR WASHES (2) La Jolla, Coronado-Business only, Spectacular locations

La Jolla, CA

CAR WASHES FOR SALE (TWO) - Operating businesses only. These are 2 fabulous cash generating car washes. One is in La Jolla, California. The other car wash is in a monopoly position in Coronado...

$590,000

$590,000

Premier Paving Contractor Business For Sale

San Diego County, CA

With over 25 years of industry experience, this Southwestern U.S.-based paving company offers a rare opportunity to acquire a respected, well-run, and profitable business specializing in residential,...

Cash Flow: $505,000

Cash Flow: $505,000

47 lic restaurant & bar-Desert location on the Runway! Great rent

Borrego Springs, CA

Lifestyle change restaurant with FULL LIQUOR. Live entertainment-keep current popular menu or bring your own. Rent is $750 per month! Or 5% of sales over 15k, so you will have an excellent rent...

$499,999

$499,999

12 FedEx Ground Routes - Oceanside, CA - Seller & Vehicle Financing

Oceanside, CA

Asking Price: $1,025,000 in outright cash, plus $475,000 in estimated possible vehicle financing, plus $250,000 in seller financing (Total Purchase Price: $1,750,000). FedEx Ground Routes for Sale:...

$1,025,000

$1,025,000

Cash Flow: $510,712

Jean Paul Schwarz

The Schwarz Group

Serving San Diego County, CA

We specialize in representing domestic and international clientele. We offer our clients unique, specialized and comprehensive services. We provide our clients during the buying, selling and investing process, with the knowledge needed to make educated real estate decisions. We have developed strong working relationships with top lenders who specialize in domestic lending and foreign national investments. We work with a large network of vendors that will cater to your specific needs from interior and exterior design to renovation and commercial build-outs. We are here to walk you through all aspects of the transaction process.

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Pizzeria - Well Established, Profitable - Poway, California

Poway, CA

This is a profitable, turnkey pizzeria for sale in Poway. This well-established pizzeria has become a staple in Poway and is in an excellent shopping center with great co-tenants and plenty of...

$190,000

$190,000

Long Established Italian Restaurant-Mira Mesa/Miramar

San Diego, CA

Long established Italian style restaurant with unique concept, over 16 years in business. This restaurant puts a unique twist on authentic Italian pasta and calzones and is truly a one of a kind...

$169,000

$169,000

Well Established Power Sweeping Service Company For Sale

San Diego County, CA

For a job well done, this power sweeping business remains relatively invisible to its commercial clients and their patrons. The company’s crews quietly operate throughout the night utilizing a fleet...

$1,425,000

$1,425,000

Cash Flow: $257,840

Food Trailer Profiting in San Marcos College Hub

San Marcos, CA

This is a highly profitable, low-overhead food trailer strategically located in the heart of a major Central Texas college town. Positioned near the area's most active nightlife district, the business...

$120,000

$120,000

Cash Flow: $65,000

Established Dive Bar in east San Diego with type 48 license.

San Diego County, CA

One of the few Type 48 licenses in an operating bar in the San Diego area. They serve dinner Sun/Mon/Tues. The seller has operated this location for 23 years and nets about $30k annually on the books....

$175,000

$175,000

Turn Key profitable business or BRING YOUR OWN CONCEPT-ready NOW!

San Diego, CA

Turnkey 1,200 Sq Ft Fast-Casual - A+ College Area Mixed-Use Location - Asset Sale – $99K Turnkey 1,200 Sq Ft Fast-Casual – A+ College Area Mixed-Use Location – Asset Sale – $99K Description: Open in...

$99,999

$99,999

15 FedEx Ground Routes, Oceanside CA

Oceanside, CA

Well-established and highly profitable FedEx Ground P&D (pickup and delivery) routes, fully overlapped, based out of OCEANSIDE CALIFORNIA. Routes are contiguous making load sharing efficient. Each...

$2,300,000

$2,300,000

Price Reduced to $650,000 - Well Established Restaurant & Bar

San Diego County, CA

Price Reduced to $650,000 - Well Established Restaurant & Bar, Highly Visible, Corner Location on Main Street RRC# 4969 Location: San Diego County Description: Reduced to $650,000. This restaurant &...

$650,000

$650,000

Cash Flow: $280,000

Capture Success: Established Photography Business

San Diego County, CA

Photo Shop, Photo Printing, Film Develpoment, Camera Sales and Service, New and used Digital and 35 MM. Established over 40 years ago with a stellar reputation. Some new but mostly preowned film...

$150,000

$150,000

Cash Flow: $93,913

Beautiful Sushi restaurant-upscale center and high income area-BARGAIN

San Diego, CA

Upscale Sushi restaurant , ready now. Owner is absentee as they own another location so this one doesn't get the attention it needs to fully take advantage of this outstanding location and build out....

$89,999

$89,999

Upscale Stationery Store - retail and custom

San Diego County, CA

Upscale stationery shop with specialty cards, gifts and custom designs. Extensive card selection, gifts. Custom design and printing services for weddings and more. Long standing presence in the...

$370,000

$370,000

Cash Flow: $151,882

Pizzeria - Italian Restaurant

San Diego, CA

Price Reduction!! After 50 years at this well-known pizzeria-Italian restaurant, the owner has decided that it is time to retire. Large price reduction! Located in a large center in San Diego,...

$265,000

$265,000

Cash Flow: $168,000

Oggi’s Sports | Pizza | Brewhouse with Full Liquor License!

San Diego, CA

Oggi’s, renowned for fresh, high-quality pizza, pastas, salads, and beer, is a fifteen-unit chain of sports themed brewhouses in Southern California and Arizona founded by George Hadjis in 1991....

$295,000

$295,000

Cash Flow: $130,130

Buy or Sell a Business in San Diego County, CA

San Diego County is a large market for business owners looking to sell their businesses. With a diverse economy and strong business culture, it is no surprise that many entrepreneurs are interested in buying a business in this area.

Market Snapshot

The following information was derived from an analysis of businesses for sale in San Diego County. Keep in mind this is a dynamic market, so the numbers will fluctuate. These statistics are meant to provide a general overview of the market and should not be used as absolute indicators.

Median Asking Price  

  $250,000

Median Reported Revenue  

  $574,234

Median Reported Earnings  

  $144,155

Profit Margin  

  25%

Earnings Multiple (Asking)  

  1.7

Revenue Multiple (Asking)  

  0.4

How many businesses are for sale in San Diego County, CA?

Currently, there are over 400 businesses available for purchase in San Diego County, CA. This number reflects a dynamic market that offers a wide range of opportunities for prospective buyers.

What cities have most businesses listed for sale?

The top cities with the most businesses listed for sale in San Diego County are San Diego, Chula Vista, Escondido, Oceanside, Carlsbad, and Chula Vista. Each of these cities has a diverse business landscape, providing various options for buyers in different industries.

What types of businesses are for sale?

The market is rich with diversity, spanning various sectors. The most listed business categories include:

What is the average asking price for businesses in San Diego County, CA?

The median asking price for businesses currently listed in San Diego County is $250,000. This figure gives potential buyers an indication of market entry points for ownership transactions in the region.

What is the average revenue of these businesses?

The businesses listed have reported a median revenue of $574,234. This metric offers insight into the potential scale and financial viability of businesses within San Diego County's marketplace.

What is the average seller discretionary earnings?

On average, the seller discretionary earnings come to a median of $144,155, which can be a measure of a business’s profitability and potential for return on investment to the new owners.

What are the average valuation multiples?

The financial analysis shows an average Earnings Multiple (Asking) of 1.7 and an average Revenue Multiple (Asking) of 0.4. These multiples provide an understanding of pricing strategies in relation to revenue and earnings and can indicate return timeframes on investment.

How can San Diego business owners sell their own businesses?

Business owners in San Diego County who wish to sell their businesses have two principal options:

  • List the business independently: Sellers can market their business for sale by themselves, leveraging their professional network and marketing platforms to reach potential buyers.
  • Collaborate with a business broker: Retaining the services of a professional business broker can streamline the sales process, as brokers bring expertise in valuation, marketing, negotiation, and legal compliance, enhancing the potential of obtaining favorable terms.

Please note that the financial information presented is an average derived from data provided by businesses that have opted to share their revenue and earnings figures. These values are reflective of the market but should be understood as guidelines rather than guaranteed figures for individual businesses.