Berkeley, CA
Established in 2010, this successful organic farm-to-table restaurant and bakeshop has built a loyal customer base over 15 years of operations in affluent South Berkeley. Founded by acclaimed Bay Area...
Berkeley, CA
Established in 2010, this successful organic farm-to-table restaurant and bakeshop has built a loyal customer base over 15 years of operations in affluent South Berkeley. Founded by acclaimed Bay Area...
$595,000
Cash Flow: $313,229
San Francisco County, CA
For over 25 years this Company has thrived as the oldest and most trusted brand in its niche industry, providing a highly successful solution to upscale Clientele. With over two decades of strong...
Cash Flow: $1,100,000
Sonoma, CA
Property Overview: An exceptional opportunity to acquire a fully licensed, established bar in the heart of Sonoma, CA. This freestanding venue features a rare Type 48 license (no food requirement) and...
$425,000
Suisun City, CA
Business for Sale: You Buy, We Fry Established: 2024 | Profitable from Day One | Turnkey Operation Now’s your chance to own a one-of-a-kind, fast-growing food business! You Buy, We Fry is a unique...
$125,000
Cash Flow: $468,000
San Jose, CA
Indulge your passion for beauty and style by acquiring this prestigious, highly profitable hair salon. The salon sits in a prime location in Santa Clara County, surrounded by upscale boutiques, fine...
$400,000
Cupertino, CA
Significant Price Reduction! Sellers are retiring and moving out of state. A neighborhood restaurant located in a prime section of Cupertino which serves authentic Italian food in a cozy and casual...
$375,000
Cash Flow: $140,000
San Jose, CA
For sale is an excellent location with plenty of parking on a main, high-traffic street with a high demographic population and affluent area. The beautiful, built-out private rooms with very nice and...
$600,000
Cash Flow: $211,000
Berkeley, CA
SCHOOL OF ROCK FRANCHISE - BERKELEY, CA This established School of Rock franchise represents an exceptional opportunity to own a premier music education business in one of California's most desirable...
$950,000
Cash Flow: $151,000
Santa Rosa, CA
MS Real Estate is pleased to announce the exclusive listing of a Subway® restaurant franchise in Santa Rosa, California.This profitable business opportunity offers an established operation in a prime...
$139,900
Oakland, CA
The acclaimed Elbo Room Jack London bar is for sale. This fully equipped liquor bar and live music venue is located just 2 blocks from the waterfront in historic Jack London Square. It’s a turnkey...
$225,000
Available in California
Achieve your dreams with our award-winning, proven business model and the freedom of a home-based office, empowering you to reach beyond your entrepreneurial goals.
$70,000
See More FranchisesSan Francisco, CA
This long-established San Francisco spa specializes in advanced massage therapy and results-driven esthetician services. Known for deep tissue and sports massage, TMJ treatment, and high-quality...
$200,000
Cash Flow: $119,111
Concord, CA
Established K-Beauty Retail Business for Sale in Concord This modern skincare and makeup retail business specializes in popular K-beauty products and operates within the bustling Sunvalley Shopping...
$75,000
$190,000
Sunnyvale, CA
Livermore, CA
Absentee-owner operated, established 7-Eleven franchise with a California ABC Type 21 liquor license—authorizing beer, wine and distilled spirits sales. This spacious convenience store sits on a...
$119,000
Napa, CA
Mission Foods Route For Sale Napa CA- $90,000 #Ownaroute #Buyaroute #Distributor #Distributorship #IndependentDistributor #MissionRoute #MissionFoodsRoute #Mission #Flatbread #TortillaChips #Wraps...
$90,000
Cash Flow: $83,697
Robert Wellman
BusinessWise Brokers & Consultants
Serving Napa County, CA
As an independent business brokerage firm, our focus is dedicated to providing you the best outcome possible. Whether you are selling a business, buying a business, leasing commercial property or buying commercial property, we are dedicated to ensuring your experience is a good one. What makes this firm different you may ask? Principal broker, Robert Wellman, has built and sold firms throughout his career. As a former accountant, Chief Financial Officer, and business owner of both service and retail businesses, he can relate on many levels to the experiences you may be facing. Having worked in mergers and acquisitions for a number of years, his proven experience is invaluable. Finally, your success is our success. We work primarily on a referral basis and count on referrals to grow. We greatly appreciate the trust and referrals we have received since starting the firm in 2013.
San Francisco, CA
Auto body and Mechanical repair shop Address : 375 Vermont Street, San Francisco, CA 94103 Phone : 415-680-5678 Contact : Dennis...
$250,000
Cash Flow: $100,000
San Francisco, CA
Established Asian Buffet Restaurant - San Francisco Fisherman's Wharf This well-established Asian buffet restaurant presents an exceptional acquisition opportunity in one of San Francisco's premier...
$490,000
Alameda County, CA
Business is set up to produce and install Wood and Hollow Metal doors and frames and is organized to produce large scale projects, produced in a clean and efficiently run shop. They are well equipped...
$3,500,000
Cash Flow: $1,132,761
San Jose, CA
Rare opportunity to acquire a well-established Mountain Mike’s Pizza franchise located in a high-traffic corner strip mall in San Jose. This location benefits from excellent visibility, heavy foot...
$698,000
San Jose, CA
Established Mountain Mike’s Pizza franchise located in a busy San Jose strip mall. This well-known brand has been serving the community since 2002, with the current owner operating since 2016. The...
$375,000
Available Nationwide
Aire Serv, a Neighborly company, is the nation's leading heating, ventilation, and air conditioning services franchise. With us, you'll stay cool while your business heats up!
$50,000
See More FranchisesSolano County, CA
Company's service rates are some of the highest in the area. High attention to details with no corners on chemicals being cut so the buyer will not be assuming green pools or pools with high CYA or...
$100,800
Cash Flow: $109,000
San Mateo County, CA
ref#790 Located in the heart of Silicon Valley and surrounded by an affluent community, this well-established ENT practice offers an exceptional opportunity for growth. With $1,072,889 in gross...
$550,000
Cash Flow: $743,529
$40,000
Oakland, CA
San Jose, CA
***COPY & PASTE this link to your browser to access NDA: https://docsend.com/view/s/ayscstn8t6d4e7sk The company develops, manufactures, and distributes a specialized line of proprietary tattoo...
Cash Flow: $467,207
San Jose, CA
All inventory is included in the asking price Include: Type 47 ABC License and Tobacco License (both are active) the asking price is $200,000 The restaurant is newly renovated. It locates in the heart...
$200,000
Emeryville, CA
Established Since Late 2024, Featuring Imported International Wine & Beer with an Ever Changing Selection, Hand Crafted Whiskeys, Bourbons, Tequila & Sake from All Around The World! Curated Sipping...
$150,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
San Francisco, CA
Description: This iconic restaurant is offered with Property. Located in San Francisco's Richmond District, this is a beloved neighborhood diner that has been serving classic American fare since 1959....
$1,450,000
Cash Flow: $215,000
San Anselmo, CA
Exceptional opportunity to acquire a freestanding former Jack-in-the-Box restaurant currently operating as a Chinese takeout in the heart of San Anselmo, California. This well-positioned property...
$125,000
Fremont, CA
Price reduced! - 350K (negotiable) An exceptional opportunity awaits to lease a fully operational, turn-key Indian restaurant situated in a high-traffic area of Fremont, California. This meticulously...
$350,000
Petaluma, CA
Step into ownership of a premier D1 Training franchise—America’s trusted name in athletic performance. This facility offers cutting-edge training programs designed for scholastic athletes, adults, and...
$575,000
Available in California
With an average ticket of $12,538 and $8.4 MILLION in total income, this bathroom transformation franchise is the NEXT BIG THING in franchising.
$100,000
See More FranchisesSanta Clara County, CA
Transworld Business Advisors of Fremont DRE# 02194963 presents: A profitable, independently operated computer repair business in Santa Clara County is now available for acquisition. Located in one of...
$475,000
Cash Flow: $202,351
Santa Clara County, CA
Transworld Business Advisors of Fremont DRE# 02194963 presents: An established and profitable computer repair and IT services business is now available for acquisition. Perfectly situated at the...
$425,000
Cash Flow: $204,718
$350,000
Sonoma County, CA
Alameda County, CA
Established and reputable home staging business serving clients throughout the Bay Area is now available for sale. With a strong track record of over 100 stagings annually and an average staging cost...
$300,000
Cash Flow: $110,000
Alameda County, CA
Established gutters franchise in Alameda County, CA offering exceptional hands-off investment opportunity. This turnkey operation generates $1.29M in annual revenue with $106K in seller's...
$813,000
Cash Flow: $106,027
Available in California
Invest in yourself and in the children of your community. Check out our low start-up costs and flat-rate royalty structure!
$50,000
See More FranchisesContra Costa County, CA
For sale is a well-established 100% residential roofing and construction company founded in 2003 and located in the California Bay Area. The company provides comprehensive roofing services including...
$1,500,000
Cash Flow: $408,747
Sonoma County, CA
Arby’s restaurant with strong drive-thru visibility and traffic, positioned in a high-demand trade area surrounded by both residential and commercial activity. Arby’s delivers on its purpose by...
$650,000
Cash Flow: $210,559
Santa Clara County, CA
Here’s a rare chance to own a profitable, debt-free, semi-absentee engineering and design firm in California — a business that runs smoothly without tying you to a desk. Enjoy steady income while...
$750,000
Cash Flow: $320,000
Dublin, CA
MS Real Estate Inc. proudly presents a fantastic opportunity to acquire an established Indian restaurant in a highly desirable area of Dublin, California. This prime location, amidst bustling...
$320,000
Contra Costa County, CA
Established Restaurant, $3+ Million Sales, $286,741 Profit, SBA Pre-Approved Loan RRC# 5011 Location: Contra Costa County Description: This long established restaurant is known as an institution in...
$795,000
Cash Flow: $286,741
Ernie Martinez
Century 21
Serving Alameda County, CA
Century 21 is the largest and oldest Business Broker and Real Estate since 1971 in all of Northern and Southern. Exclusive online listings that attract 1,000's of additional potential buyers and investors. .
Santa Clara County, CA
MS Real Estate is excited to announce the availability of a turnkey, well-established, and profitable New American Cuisine and complete craft cocktail bar in Santa Clara County, California. This...
$449,000
San Francisco, CA
This established Asian restaurant represents a premium investment opportunity in San Francisco's Inner Sunset district, operating continuously with demonstrated financial performance and semi-absentee...
$160,000
$30,000
Santa Clara, CA
Brentwood, CA
Spacious dining area with seating capacity for 108 guests Fully equipped kitchen with Type 1 hood Located in a well-established area with stable customer base and convenient parking Turnkey...
$100,000
Contra Costa County, CA
AI Driven Voice & UC Driven Digital Services This firm is an industry leader in unified communications security and optimization, with a special leadership in voice quality monitoring and big data...
Cash Flow: $200,000
Available Nationwide
Ace Handyman Services, owned by Ace Hardware, is a home services business that focuses on solving customer's small to large size handyman projects in the home and commercial space.
$75,000
See More FranchisesSan Francisco, CA
Located in the Bernal Heights neighborhood of San Francisco, at 3215 Mission Street (and Valencia Street), the space formerly known as Outer Orbit Pinball Arcade and Bar is for sale. This 3,000 square...
$250,000
Napa, CA
An unparalleled opportunity to own a top-performing True REST Float Spa Franchise in the Napa Valley without the time and expense of opening a new location. Since 2018, we have facilitated over 35,000...
$50,000
Pleasanton, CA
Own a Thriving Sourdough company Franchise in Pleasanton, CA! Exciting opportunity to acquire a successful Sourdough co franchise in the heart of Pleasanton! This established business is known for its...
$375,000
Contra Costa County, CA
Sales are up 7% this year! Amazing opportunity for an OWNER OPERATOR. Wonderful Location with plenty of Parking. Long Established location for over 40+ years. Located in a Beautiful Town in Contra...
$282,500
Cash Flow: $135,075
Alameda County, CA
5-day deli located in a multi-tenant industrial park area in Alameda County. Base rent is $3910.+/- monthly with 5-year lease expiring in 2027 with options. Two ADA bathrooms inside. Seating for 40...
$79,950
Contra Costa County, CA
This is a unique chance to acquire a well-established, customer-focused window covering retail business in a high-income East Bay community. The business specializes in premium blinds, shades,...
$599,000
Cash Flow: $294,102
San Jose, CA
This well-established flower shop in San Jose offers a fantastic opportunity to own a profitable business in a prime location. The store features a fully equipped workspace, including refrigeration...
$64,500
Saratoga, CA
Newly established restaurant in the heart of an affluent area. This popular eatery boasts a loyal customer base and strong revenue, making it a reliable investment. Situated in a central location, the...
$250,000
Cash Flow: $125,680
Alameda County, CA
20 years+ long established bead store on prime corner at the gateway to a treasured main street shopping district. This shop presents a perfect opportunity to continue a legacy of quality products and...
$64,900
Cash Flow: $30,000
Available in California
College HUNKS Hauling Junk & Moving® offers a world-class franchise opportunity where you can be in business for yourself, but not by yourself while making a difference in your community!
$75,000
See More FranchisesThe San Francisco Bay Area is known for its vibrant business community and entrepreneurial spirit. As a result, there are always businesses for sale in the area for interested buyers. If you're considering buying (or selling) a business in the San Francisco Bay Area, it helps to become acquainted with the local business for sale market.
Market Snapshot
We have aggregated and analyzed data from business for sale listings throughout the bay in order to provide some context around the number and types of businesses that are selling, and the financials associated with these listings.
Number of Businesses for Sale |
~1,180 |
Median Asking Price |
$420,000 |
Median Reported Revenue |
$700,000 |
Median Reported Earnings |
$160,000 |
Profit Margin |
23% |
Earnings Multiple |
2.6 |
Revenue Multiple |
0.6 |
Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings. |
How many businesses are currently for sale in the San Francisco Bay Area?
There are over 1,100 businesses listed for sale in the Bay Area. It's worth noting that some of these listings may be 'blindly' listed and might require broader state-based searches to uncover.
What types of businesses are most commonly for sale in the Bay Area?
The market is quite diverse; the majority of available businesses fall into the following categories:
In which counties are most of these businesses for sale located?
The majority of the businesses are distributed among the following counties:
Which cities in the Bay Area have the most businesses for sale?
The most active cities with businesses on the market are:
What is the median asking price for these businesses?
A: The median asking price for businesses in the SF Bay Area is currently around $420,000.
Can you provide information about the average financial metrics for these businesses?
Based on the listings, the median reported revenue is approximately $700,000, with median reported earnings around $160,000, yielding an average profit margin of 23%. The median earnings multiple for asking price is 2.6, and the revenue multiple is 0.6.
How do business owners typically proceed with selling their businesses in the Bay Area?
Most business owners opt to work with a business broker to facilitate the sale process. However, some business owners choose to list and manage the sale independently, navigating the process on their own.