Pomona, CA
$110,000
Businesses in California For Sale
Local Info
Auto repair shop business only in Los Angeles County
Preschool Business For Sale Albany, CA
Albany, CA
$675,000
Convenience Store in Los Angeles! (High Profits)
Los Angeles County, CA
$125,000
Busy & Lucrative Organic Dry Cleaners
Fair Oaks, CA
$85,000
San Luis Obispo County CA Bookkeeping Practice for Sale
San Luis Obispo County, CA
$1,675,000
Award-Winning Auto Repair Shop in Santa Rosa
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Santa Rosa, CA
$1,850,000
Popular Gourmet Sandwich Shop with Beer and Wine Close to Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz County, CA
$448,000
3 FedEx Linehaul Routes - Oceanside, CA - Seller & Vehicle Financing
Oceanside, CA
$625,000
Well-Established Commercial Bakery
Orange County, CA
$250,000
Northern California Dry Cleaner w/Wash & Fold!
Contra Costa County, CA
$550,000
Long Time Established Plant for sale
Long Beach, CA
$230,000
B2B Special Wholesale Parts Supplier To the Car Industry
Contra Costa County, CA
$500,000
Restaurant Opportunity In Marina District of San Francisco
San Francisco, CA
$150,000
Commercial Landscaping Company For Sale
$120,000
Desert Hot Springs, CA
Pet Grooming Business!
Sylmar, CA
$110,000
Jimboy’s Restaurant, Asset sale on Marconi Ave.
Sacramento, CA
$69,000
Yusef Mijalli
Gentile Real Estate
Serving Fresno County, CA
At Gentile Commercial, we specialize in facilitating seamless business transactions for buyers and sellers. With a deep understanding of market trends, valuation, and negotiation, our team is dedicated to helping entrepreneurs transition smoothly, whether buying their first business or selling an established enterprise. We prioritize integrity, confidentiality, and personalized service to ensure each deal is tailored to meet the unique goals of our clients. From small businesses to larger enterprises, we guide our clients every step of the way, maximizing value and ensuring a successful outcome. Your business journey deserves expert support—let us be your trusted partner in navigating the complexities of buying or selling a business.
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Mars Bar/Restaurant – Iconic SoMa Venue w/ Full Liquor & Entertainment
San Francisco, CA
$400,000
"SF Downtown Berkeley" Restaurant for Sale in PRIME Location!
Berkeley, CA
$99,000
Award-Winning Bay Area Design-Build Firm with Prov
San Francisco County, CA
$4,000,000
Established & Turnkey Restaurant WITH FULL 47 Liquor License
Lancaster, CA
$250,000
Encinitas Pool Service Route for Sale
San Diego County, CA
$38,400
Popular Takeout Japanese Restaruant for Sale
Alameda County, CA
$350,000
Established Senior Care Business (Alamo, CA)
Alamo, CA
$94,000
Chico Pool Service Route for Sale
Butte County, CA
$18,000
Postal, Mailbox and Shipping Franchise - Upscale Beach LA Community
Los Angeles County, CA
$125,000
Great Nail Salon in Rolando San Diego
San Diego, CA
$45,000
Express Car Wash with Real Estate(Land & Building) - Very Attractive
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Tulare County, CA
$8,997,000
Fast Food Restaurant - Beer & Wine - High Gross/Net -City of Calabasas
Calabasas, CA
$495,000
Charming Restaurant & Real Estate Opportunity – Julian, CA
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Julian, CA
$1,279,000
Hospice Agency for Sale
Van Nuys, CA
$200,000
Perfection in the East Valley
Burbank, CA
$875,000
High Volume Fine Dining Restaurant,Full Bar, Outdoor seating, Low Rent
La Verne, CA
$1,999,888
High-End Hair & Nail Salon in Premier OC Hotel
Anaheim, CA
$49,000
Auto Repair & STIHL Power Equipment Dealer
Georgetown, CA
$460,000
Leading Sports Nutrition and Supplement Company in the Industry
Corona, CA
$250,000
great location smoke shop corona del Mar for sale
Corona Del Mar, CA
$140,000
Auto Repair & STIHL Power Equipment Dealer
Georgetown, CA
$460,000
Poke Bar Restaurant - Very Turnkey & Profitable - Low Labor
San Bernardino County, CA
$89,000
Establised Pest Control Biz - Recurring Revenue
Sacramento County, CA
$740,000
10 Years Profitable Ramen in Azusa College Center
Azusa, CA
$90,000
Liquor Store for Sale in Fountain valley
Fountain Valley, CA
$280,000
Fully built out Wellness clinic in Santa Monica
Santa Monica, CA
$99,000
Established Home Services Franchise – Profitable & Turnkey Opportunity
Santa Clara, CA
$549,900
Profitable and well known cafe in Sherman Oaks
Sherman Oaks, CA
$349,000
David Blatteis
Blatteis Realty Co. Inc.
Serving San Francisco County, CA
Independently owned and operated since 1922, Blatteis Realty was one of the first San Francisco real estate companies to specialize in retail and office space for lease. By emphasizing cooperation amongst our own team members as well as the brokerage community, our company's presence and knowledge of San Francisco and the Greater Bay Area has, for almost a century, secured the multigenerational loyalty of Property Owners, Institutional Organizations, Tenants, Principal Developers, and Brokers. Blatteis Realty's reputation for collaboration, knowledge, and extensive service grew alongside San Francisco's rise as a world center and international destination for fashion, retail, and entertainment. Our firm is a full-service brokerage company that covers the complete range of commercial real estate transactions: Retail Real Estate Services, Investment Sales & Acquisitions, Tenant Representation, Landlord Representation, Location Strategy Services, Commercial Real Estate Consulting Services, Property Management, and more. Our team of experts knows the value of maintaining relationships. Our clients know us for our knowledge and integrity. For a complete list of the services offered, please browse our website or contact us directly.
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Two Profitable Absentee-Run Franchise Units – Turnkey Opportunity!
Los Angeles County, CA
$689,000
Restaurant for Sale - Milpitas !!
Milpitas, CA
$500,000
Well Established Sushi Restaurant
Modesto, CA
$250,000
Profitable Solana Beach Cafe
Solana Beach, CA
$200,000
Branded Gas Station with Permits Ready for C-Store Expansion!
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Eagle Rock, CA
$4,995,000
Hair Salon
Glendale, CA
$50,000
Rare Opportunity Dry Cleaning Business w/ Real Estate For Sale
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Solano County, CA
$2,650,000
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.
