Porterville, CA
$1,650,000
Businesses For Sale in California
Local Info
Real EstateGas Station, Food Store With Real Estate
Real EstateCommercial Property in South Lake Tahoe
El Dorado County, CA
$1,760,000
Real EstateDental Space Available with Fixtures, Furnishings and Equipment Avail.
Simi Valley, CA
Not Disclosed
Real EstatePrime Multi-unit Building for Sale
Cupertino, CA
$6,950,000
Real EstateChico's Popular and Established PARK AVENUE PUB is For Sale!
Chico, CA
Not Disclosed
Real EstateLiquor Store Business with Property for Sale
Madera County, CA
$1,300,000
Real EstateArco ampm Gas Station Business with property for Sale
Sacramento County, CA
$8,400,000
Real EstateHigh Volume Branded Gas Station Business with Property for Sale
Kings County, CA
$8,700,000
Real EstateBeautiful built Arco ampm Business with property
Kings County, CA
$8,400,000
Real EstateHigh Volume Branded Gas Station Business with Property for Sale
Bakersfield, CA
$8,500,000
Real EstateEstablished preschool business + real estate for sale in San Jose
San Jose, CA
$2,500,000
Real EstateLiquor Store with property
Inglewood, CA
$2,590,000
Real EstateCircle K Development Opportunity on HWY 99
California
$1,500,000
Real EstateTurnkey Veterinary Hospital for Sale
West Covina, CA
$2,249,000
Real EstateBrand-New Chevron Extra Mile Project | Prime I-5 Freeway Location
Redding, CA
$8,200,000
Real Estate2,300 Sq Ft Auto-Mechanic Building for Lease
Earlimart, CA
Not Disclosed
Bobby Panahi, MBA
BPRE
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
Sunset Advisors is a California business brokerage specializing in the confidential sale and acquisition of privately held businesses, with core expertise in construction sector, towing companies, transportation companies, gas stations, healthcare/hospice operations, laundromats, as well as restaurant and retail businesses. We represent sellers as well as buyers in complex transactions across the state, with a focus on operationally intensive and service-driven industries. Key highlights: • Specialized focus on gas station and convenience store transactions, including asset sales, lease negotiations, and coordination with landlords, franchisors, and fuel suppliers. • Extensive experience representing buyers and sellers of transportation businesses, including logistics, towing, and fleet-based service companies requiring licensing and operational due diligence. • Strong background in healthcare and hospice business transactions, navigating regulatory requirements, licensing, and confidential ownership transitions. • Proven track record in restaurant and retail business sales, including independent concepts and multi-unit operations, with expertise in lease assignments and landlord negotiations. • Comprehensive transaction management from valuation and confidential marketing through due diligence and closing, coordinating with attorneys, lenders, landlords, and escrow. • Statewide California coverage from a Southern California base, with expansion into the New York market coming soon, emphasizing discretion, responsive communication, and results-driven representation. For confidential inquiries, contact Sunset Advisors at 310-670-3800.
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Real EstateWalgreens Montebello for Sale
Montebello, CA
$7,950,000
Real EstateIndependent gas station with property is for sale
Fillmore, CA
$5,550,000
Real EstateLiquor Store with Large size Grocery Store/Market including Property
Kern County, CA
$1,800,000
Real Estate8 Commercial kitchen for lease in Fremont near highway 880
Fremont, CA
Not Disclosed
Real Estate3,904 Sq Ft Building for rent.
Kern County, CA
Not Disclosed
Real EstateSunrise Market- Real Estate and Business for Sale
Madera, CA
$1,500,000
Real EstateOpportunity to develop a commercial/industrial lot
Mountain House, CA
$3,000,000
Real EstateGas Station, C Store with RE, Blythe, California
Blythe, CA
$4,250,000
Real EstateSinclair Branded Gas Station
Downey, CA
$1,900,000
Real EstateUnbranded Business Only Gas Station
Stockton, CA
Not Disclosed
Real EstateBusiness only Unbranded Gas Station
Stockton, CA
Not Disclosed
Real EstateHot Listing-13 Bed Elderly Facility 4SALE-$62k Monthly Gross
Santa Rosa, CA
$2,800,000
Real EstateSecond Generation Restaurant Space Available!
Woodland Hills, CA
Not Disclosed
Real Estate"PRICE REDUCTION" Unbranded Gas Station with Beer and Wine License.
Exeter, CA
$1,950,000
Real EstatePrime Multi-Use signalize corner location on South La Cienega Blvd
Los Angeles, CA
$7,000,000
Real EstateDog Kennel and Cat Boarding Popular and Turnkey in Northern California
California
$1,750,000
Real Estate15,000 to 20,000 Square Foot Fully Built Out Industrial Building
California
$7,543,000
Real EstateReal Estate, Brewery and 25-year SBA Pre-Approved Loan
Tuolumne County, CA
$1,375,000
Real Estate2 commercial condos for sale in SF Little Saigon district
San Francisco, CA
$2,888,888
Real EstateMini Market Lease in Hermosa Beach
Hermosa Beach, CA
Not Disclosed
Real EstateRestaurant Property For Sale in Fortuna! Upgraded Restaurant Building
Fortuna, CA
$1,250,000
Real EstateSilverlake Gem – Turnkey Virgil Village Restaurant Space for Lease
Los Angeles, CA
Not Disclosed
Real EstateVentura Highway 2nd generation restaurant with cup for full liquor
Sherman Oaks, CA
Not Disclosed
Real EstateLandmark LA Restaurant & Bar for sale with property
Calabasas, CA
$6,300,000
Real EstateRestaurant Space Available for Lease!
North Hollywood, CA
Not Disclosed
Real EstateHigh-Volume Branded Gas Stations For Sale Arco | Chevron | 76 – Pri
California
Not Disclosed
Real EstateMexican Restaurant Full ABC with Real Estate
Santa Paula, CA
$2,499,000
Real EstateFormer Nail Salon / Prime Retail Space for Lease
Van Nuys, CA
Not Disclosed
Dave Richards
KeyStone Business Advisors
Serving Ventura County, CA
Keystone Business Advisors is Southern California-based full-service M&A advisory firm. Keystone specializes in managing the sale of privately-owned California-based businesses with annual revenues up to $100 million. The firm has completed over 200 + transactions and has considerable experience in most industries including manufacturing, wholesale/distribution, service, ecommerce, software, IT, logistics, professional services and healthcare. All Keystone M&A Advisors are experts managing the sale process and excel in keeping things moving forward in an orderly manner to ensure that sensitive information is protected, uncertainty is avoided, and the best price is achieved.
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Real Estate76 Gas Station with Liquor License including Real Estate For Sale
Kern County, CA
$4,500,000
Real EstateA Rare Find - Quick Service Fast Food Restaurant with the Real Estate
El Dorado County, CA
$850,000
Real EstateExpress Car Wash, Auto Repair & Xpress Lube + Property
Lancaster, CA
$3,399,000
Real EstateCommercial Property (Currently operating Asian restaurant)
Fresno County, CA
$760,000
Real EstateLaundromat in Moss landing, Ca.
California
Not Disclosed
Real EstateCommercial Floor in the Front and Residential at the Back
Bakersfield, CA
Not Disclosed
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.
