Fontana, CA
$350,000
Businesses For Sale in California
Local Info
Established Property Management Business with clients over 20 yrs
Full Service Central Coast Pet Grooming, Boarding & Training Services
California
$508,000
Profitable Printing Business-Established & Turnkey
Los Angeles County, CA
$270,000
Waterfront Retail Shop
Santa Barbara, CA
$990,000
Turn Key Mexican Restaurant with Drive Through
Torrance, CA
$275,000
Established Sign Fabrication & Design Company For Sale
Orange County, CA
Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $1,130,000
Broasted Chicken- TAKE OUT ONLY!! High NET !!!
Los Angeles County, CA
$129,000
Bay Area Residential Roofing Company
Contra Costa County, CA
$1,500,000
Reinforcing Steel Fabrication Shop
California
Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $271,000
Boutique Specializing in Authentic Mexican Fashion & Accesories
Huntington Park, CA
$95,000
Turnkey Coffee Shop / Café – North County San Diego
San Diego County, CA
$220,000
Teriyaki Restaurant Business** Steady Net Profit**
San Bernardino, CA
$220,000
Newly Remodeled Breakfast and Lunch Restaurant in Shopping Center
Santa Maria, CA
$99,000
Essential Business - Average location $1.49MM Gross w/$423k Return
Established Restaurant, $3+ Million Sales, $286,741 Profit
Contra Costa County, CA
$795,000
Profitable K-Beauty & Skincare Store
Los Angeles, CA
$300,000
Rodney Holt
Transworld Business Advisors of Tri-Valley
Serving Stanislaus County, CA
When a company owner needs to sell their business, they can't just stick a for sale sign in the window. They need the assistance of a business Advisor to locate and vet potential buyers. On the other side, buyers rely on the broker to help facilitate the process of evaluating potential businesses and franchises for sale. A Transworld Business Advisor is the solution for both scenarios. Transworld has been a mainstay in the business mediation industry for over 25 years, specializing only in businesses sales. We focus on your specific industry to find the right buyer. This means faster results for you. Our professionals consist of sophisticated and experienced experts in business and finance. Many have owned businesses and can relate to the stresses and pains that can go along with the selling process. Our service, dedication and drive is available and ready to be put to use for you.
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Well Established Independent Mailing & Shipping Store in Fresno,CA
Fresno, CA
$85,000
Alteration Sewing and Wedding Dress Shop-Rich Area
Alameda County, CA
$120,000
Established Yoga Studio
Huntington Beach, CA
$980,000
Well established Pizza Company, with 11 locations
Los Angeles County, CA
$999,500
Established Auto Service Business in Orange County, CA
Orange County, CA
$429,000
Highly Profitable Complete Construction and Painting Business
San Francisco County, CA
$2,600,000
Subway for sale
El Monte, CA
$109,000
Chicken Broasted TAKE OUT ONLY!! High NET !!! / LOW RENT !!!
Bellflower, CA
$129,000
Established Plumbing & Home Services Company Expanding Nationwide
Buffet or Banquet Restaurant Nearly 10,000 SF Riverside County CA
Riverside County, CA
$350,000
Truck Stop, Wholesale Fuel Distributor with C-Store & Residence
California
$349,000
Famous Pizza Shop For Sale!
North Hollywood, CA
$350,000
Full Service Construction Design-Build Firm
California
$1,500,000
Boutique Yoga Studio in a Prime Los Angeles Location
Los Angeles County, CA
$129,000
Men’s Women’s Clothing Manufacturing Business For Sale
Los Angeles, CA
$139,000
Restaurant for sale
Union City, CA
$150,000
Clean Juice Franchise Agoura Hills, CA - Twin Oaks Shopping Center!
Agoura Hills, CA
$119,000
High Growth Tax Resolution Company
California
$9,500,000
Feel the Beat in Downtown S.J.’s High-Energy Hotspot / Nightlife Vibes
San Jose, CA
$1,888,888
Let's Flip Houses Together
Lucrative Established Landscaping Business For Sale!
Kelseyville, CA
$250,000
Voice & UC Driven Digital Services Business for MSPs
Contra Costa County, CA
Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $200,000
Hospice Ready to Bill For Sale (Zero Cap)
Los Angeles County, CA
$350,000
Bernal Heights Restaurant/Bar For Sale
San Francisco, CA
$250,000
Preschool Center - Well Established and Profitable
Santa Clara County, CA
$1,195,000
Preschool Center - Profitable in a Great Neighborhood
Santa Clara County, CA
$1,100,000
Price Drop: Full-Service Restaurant & Bar with Fully Equipped Kitchen
Sonoma County, CA
$225,000
Mario’s Auto Body Center Business and Property
Lancaster, CA
$1,599,000
Marshall Pollock CBB CBI
Transworld Business Advisors
Serving San Diego County, CA
Transworld Business Advisors is considered by many to be the world leader in the marketing and sales of businesses, franchises and commercial real estate. Whether you represent an acquisition-minded corporation, or are personally interested in owning your own company, Transworld offers the professional services that successfully bring buyers and sellers together. From business brokerage, franchising, to mergers and acquisitions; we are the business sale specialists. Since our inception, we have excelled in getting deals done! Call us and you will understand what makes us the best company to handle any business or commercial real estate sale.
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Established Smoke Shop!
Los Angeles, CA
$180,000
Turn Your Pizza Passion into Profits – Pizza Guys Franchise for Sale
Merced County, CA
$435,000
CDPH Licensed Hospice Agency for sale in Burbank California
Motorcycle Repair Shop
California
$320,000
Pressure Washing Cleaning Service
San Diego County, CA
$220,000
Specialty Retailer of Hot Tubs, Swim Spas, Fireplaces & Stoves
California
$1,800,000
Beach Hut Deli Great Opportunity
Cameron Park, CA
$220,000
Profitable Round Table Pizza! Owner Nets $135,075! Seller Financing!
Contra Costa County, CA
$282,500
Commercial Plumbing Contractor – LA County – $1.87M Sales – $604K DE
Los Angeles County, CA
$1,550,000
Nightclub venue in a prime Orange County location
Orange County, CA
$900,000
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.
