Sacramento County, CA
$1,200,000
Businesses in California For Sale
Local Info
Well-Established Window Coverings & Home Security Business – Turnkey
Beautiful Laguna Beach Med Spa Ocean Views
Laguna Beach, CA
$100,000
Residential HVAC serving Orange County, CA
Orange County, CA
$150,000
Reputable Dental Manufacturing Business with Intellectual Property
Riverside County, CA
$115,000
Papa John's Pizza - Top Location, Strong Revenues
Los Angeles County, CA
$299,000
Fashion Studio Business for SALE!
Los Angeles, CA
$5,000
Eco-Friendly Promotional Printing Business For Sale San Diego County
San Diego County, CA
$60,000
Prime Gas Station & Expansion Opportunity on Major Artery
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Sacramento County, CA
$9,000,000
Used Auto Car Lot
Alameda County, CA
$250,000
St. Mary's Market & Deli Medeterinannian Grocery Store
Roseville, CA
$225,000
FranchiseFrenchies
Available in California
$150,000
Compounding Pharmacy inside Large Medical Center [Sterile/Non Sterile]
San Diego, CA
$295,950
Manufacturer and Distributor of Automotive Service Supplies
Los Angeles County, CA
$285,000
Collectible Toy Vending - A Passive Income Machine! $4.5K+ Per Month
$30,000
Newark, CA
Sushi & Japanese Restaurant
Santa Clara County, CA
$2,260,000
Sushi & Japanese Restaurant
Alameda County, CA
$850,000
Moe Bousaid
First Choice Business Brokers
Serving Orange County, CA
Since 1994 First Choice Business Brokers Las Vegas has created successful Business Sale Transactions by: - A consultive approach with both Buyer and Seller from valuation through transfer of ownership, always creating a win-win outcome. - Negotiating between Buyer and Seller by keeping their end goal in mind which is a smooth transition of ownership with terms that are acceptable to both. - Facilitating the sale by being a conduit of information between Buyer and Seller. - Navigating the process between Buyer, Seller, Closing Entity and Lenders. We listen, apply our knowledge, and prioritize your needs. From inquiry to close we are committed to confidentially serving our clients. If you're looking to buy or sell a business, don't settle for anything less than our professional, experienced business intermediaries. Business owners, when it is time to reap the rewards of your years of hard work, plan to enhance your business' value with effective pre-sale planning , market positioning and optimized deal structure. Your approach to selling your business will determine your legacy. Our passionate team of professionals and our comprehensive processes will get the job done.
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For Sale: Beer And Wine Convenience Store, Sacramento, California
Sacramento, CA
$185,000
15+ Bed RCFE in San Joaquin County. 3 Acres. 14-Yr Operation. ($3.2M)
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Stockton, CA
$3,200,000
Cocktail bar/food since 1932
Los Angeles County, CA
$425,000
For Sale: Well-Established Laundromat in Manteca, CA
Manteca, CA
$325,000
High-Volume Gas Station with Real Estate in King City
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
King City, CA
$6,500,000
FranchiseMolly Maid
Available Nationwide
$50,000
Gas Station - With Convenience Store In King City, California
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
King City, CA
$11,000,000
For Sale: Subway Sandwich Franchise - Located In Busy Plaza - Jackson,
Jackson, CA
$115,000
Skincare Haus
$100,000
Glendale, CA
For Sale: Convenience Store - Busy Populated Location - Sacramento, Ca
Sacramento, CA
$99,000
For Sale: Middle Eastern Grocery Store - With Restaurant And Bakery
Elk Grove, CA
$1,550,000
Silverlake’s Next Hot Spot Is On the Market!
Los Angeles, CA
$100,000
Dog Grooming Business For Sale San Francisco, CA
San Francisco, CA
$240,000
Chocolate & Frozen Yogurt Shop, Help Run
Orange County, CA
$199,000
Preschool Business For Sale Sun Valley, CA
Sun Valley, CA
$1,615,000
Preschool Business For Sale Danville, CA
Danville, CA
$1,100,000
FranchiseHomewell Care Services
Available in California
$50,000
Chocolate & Frozen Yogurt Shop, Help Run, Coastal Luxury Community.
Balboa Island, CA
$199,000
Profitable Subway Sandwich Shop – $123K Cash Flow & Highway Location
Fairfield, CA
$299,000
3 FedEx Linehaul Runs - Rialto, CA
$1,095,000
Bloomington, CA
B&W Market Great Location - Inglewood
Los Angeles, CA
$475,000
Restoration Company Servicing Orange & Riverside Country 29 Years!
Dana Point, CA
$575,000
FranchiseZiggi's Coffee
Available Nationwide
$150,000
Digital Marketing for Private Medical Practices
Los Angeles County, CA
$2,695,000
Reputable Event Catering Company
San Luis Obispo County, CA
$920,000
Long beach smoke shop for sale
Long Beach, CA
$120,000
High-End Dog Training & Pet Gym Franchise Opportunity - Los Angeles Co
Woodland Hills, CA
$274,999
Newly Renovated Sunnyvale Restaurant – High Traffic Location
Sunnyvale, CA
$298,000
Tricia Bernhardt
Restaurant Exchange
Serving Sacramento County, CA
Company Information: At Restaurant eXchange, we specialize in matching buyers with sellers of existing businesses within the food & beverage industry. Our services include: Assessing the value of the business for fair market pricing Confidentially marketing the business, and real estate if included Controlling the exposure of information to qualified buyers Helping buyers by matching their skills and resources to an appropriate business Negotiating the price and terms, and documenting the agreement Assisting with lease negotiations, ABC transfers, and franchise approval Sourcing the acquisition financing when possible Facilitating all actions needed to close the sale successfully The businesses we have represented for sale include: Full-Service Restaurants (from family style to fine dining) Fast Food & Quick-Service Restaurants Franchises Bars & Nightclubs Coffeehouses Bakeries Deli Cafes Ice Cream Shops Pizza Restaurants Mexican, Asian & Other Ethnic Restaurants Catering Businesses Tea Rooms Charter Party Boats
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Beer and Wine self pour kiosk @ Westfield Galleria - Roseville
Roseville, CA
$199,500
Cutting Edge Franchise Studio in Affluent San Diego Suburb
Encinitas, CA
$250,000
Established Sandblasting and Powder Coating Business
$200,000
San Diego County, CA
Knife Sharpening Route and business for Sale – Fresno Area
California
$65,000
Hospice Agency For Sale - Imperial and San Diego County
Imperial County, CA
$2,250,000
FranchiseExpedia Cruises
Available in California
$150,000
UPS Store, Orange County, Ca
Costa Mesa, CA
$325,000
10 YR Cell Phone Repair, Low Overhead
San Diego County, CA
$49,000
Auto Detail Shop in Express Car Wash. Excellent Location.
Norco, CA
$40,000
Nature and Play based preschool with real estate option
El Dorado County, CA
$300,000
San Diego Clinical Lab, 2.4M Gross, 1M Net, Good Contracts
San Diego, CA
$2,500,000
Only Grocery Store in the area
Oakland, CA
$529,000
Successful, Long Established Full Service Dental Lab in Beautiful CA
California
$2,100,000
Brand Name DTLA apparel factory Business Opportunity
Los Angeles, CA
$580,000
Mexican Restaurant - Tacos with Beer & Wine
Artesia, CA
$260,000
FranchiseSpeedPro
Available Nationwide
$100,000
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.
