San Diego, CA
Here’s everything you need to know about VENDTOYZ: WHAT YOU'RE GETTING $4,500+ monthly cashflow Prime locations with high foot traffic (already secured) High profit margins (low-cost toys, high-value...
$30,000
Cash Flow: $54,000
Businesses For Sale in San Diego, CA
Local Info
A Passive Toy Vending Machine That Makes $54,000/Year in the U.S.?!
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North San Diego County: Highly Profitable Security Business for Sale
San Diego, CA
The Signal franchise network is dedicated to providing peace of mind to communities and building a profitable, sustainable business. This isn’t just about stepping into revenue, it’s about growing...
$750,000
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Premier Business Networking and Social Community- 30+ Locations
San Diego, CA
CEO Life – A High-Margin, Rapidly Scaling Global Membership Empire CEO Life is a premier, fast-growing executive network that has redefined how CEOs, entrepreneurs, and business owners connect, grow,...
$6,400,000
EBITDA: $1,288,270
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CEO Life - An Exclusive Club for Leaders.
San Diego, CA
High-End Business Networking Club - Established Chapter for Sale. This is your opportunity to step into ownership of an established chapter of CEO Life, a premier business networking, education,...
$500,000
Cash Flow: $1,496,025
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Well-known, brand-name guitar pedal company for sale.
San Diego, CA
Boomerang was established in 1994 in Grapevine, Texas. It's a household name in the music industry. Cash-flow is positive and debt-free. Very low overhead for daily operations. Sales and Admin duties...
$225,000
Cash Flow: $105,557
*****PRICE REDUCTION $199,995-Rare Type 48 Bar For Sale*****
San Diego, CA
A very rare find is currently available in Mission Hills. A type-48 bar location (NO food requirement) with a live entertainment license that has been recently completely remodeled from the ground up...
$199,995
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Multi-Location Balloon Supply & E-Commerce Business
San Diego, CA
Turnkey business with two retail/warehouse locations (CA & NJ) + strong online store serving customers nationwide. Sells top balloon brands and décor supplies in a fast-growing industry with constant...
$500,000
Cash Flow: $180,000
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Own the World’s Only Mobile Arcade Basketball Business in San Diego
San Diego, CA
Hoop San Diego is the original home of the world’s first *mobile arcade basketball trailer* — a fully self-contained, 16-foot interactive entertainment experience that brings the excitement of an...
$100,000
Cash Flow: $40,000
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Hot Nightclub PRIME Gaslamp Location! State of the Art Buildout!
San Diego, CA
? HOT NIGHTCLUB FOR SALE – A+ PRIME LOCATION – GASLAMP DISTRICT, SAN DIEGO ? This is your chance to own one of San Diego’s most electrifying nightlife venues, located in the heart of the iconic...
$1,500,000
Cash Flow: $500,000
High Profit High Growth CBD Company -75% Recurring Revenue, 14y old.
San Diego, CA
Business for Sale: Hemp Health / Pharma Hemp Complex Asking Price: $275,000 ($275,000 Biz Valuation + $240,000 Inventory at cost value Website: www.hemphealthinc.com Years in Business: 14 Location:...
$275,000
Cash Flow: $94,114
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FranchiseUSA Ninja Challenge
Available Nationwide
Build a thriving kids’ fitness business with USA Ninja Challenge. Membership-based recurring revenue, proven support, and a mission that empowers every child.
$150,000
Asset SaleRestaurant Asset Sale Mission Valley – Top Mall Location, Turn Key
San Diego, CA
This is a turnkey food court asset sale located in one of San Diego’s premier shopping destinations with consistently strong foot traffic. The space is fully built out with a high-capacity commercial...
$390,000
Asset SaleSan Diego Water Restoration Business
San Diego, CA
Step into a prime opportunity to own a turnkey water damage restoration business in San Diego’s high-demand market. This asset sale includes $250,000 in premium equipment, vehicles, and...
$250,000
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Asset SaleBrand New Turnkey Stretching Studio! (80% SBA Financing)
San Diego, CA
Step into one of California's most prestigious wellness markets with this operational STRETCHMED® studio located at 7606 Girard Ave, La Jolla, CA. This turnkey opportunity offers the perfect mix of...
$150,000
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Niche Architecture Firm - North Coastal San Diego
San Diego, CA
Established for 38 years, this respected architecture firm specializes in high-end residential (95%) and select commercial (5%) projects. Services include planning, design development, construction...
$250,000
Cash Flow: $156,566
Sports Bar & Grill
San Diego, CA
A dynamic and inviting Sports Bar in San Diego. The venue blends handcrafted Mexican-American bar fare, a well-curated cocktail program, draft beer, and large-screen sports viewing for NFL, college...
$799,000
Cash Flow: $299,346
Michael Wildeveld - CBB, CBI, CM&AP, M&AMI, CEPA
Veld Mergers & Acquisitions
Serving San Diego County, CA
We strive to help our clients realize their unique definition of success. To achieve this, our team provides a comprehensive service offering aimed at supporting lower middle market business owners at nearly all stages of their company’s lifecycle. Our team has supported over 2,000 clients since 2002 and completed more than 1,150 transactions. This experience, coupled with our history as founders, owners and operators ourselves provides our team with an unparalleled practical knowledge base and real world perspective that is aligned with our clients. When we provide mergers & acquisitions advisory services, explore capital sourcing and deployment options, evaluate valuation drivers or structure a realistic exit plan, we do so knowing that our clients rely on us to help manage what may be their largest asset and the culmination of years of extraordinary efforts. If our client has an interim leadership need, we approach the assignment as if it were our business, reputation, investment and our future retirement at stake – because ultimately it is. The value we provide and the quality of our efforts will make or break a successful engagement. In doing so we are not only able to capitalize on each of our management experiences, but we are also able to draw from best practices learned from working with thousands of clients across all industry sectors. As a result our perspective is broad and our resource base is vast. Our full service approach supports the notion that your business is more than just a transaction to you and us, it’s our business too. Your success translates into our success, just as we shoulder the burden of any failure. As a result we consider ourselves to not only be our client’s solutions advisor, but also their partner.
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Franchised Printing Business
San Diego, CA
San Diego's go-to franchised printer offering a full range of services with fast turnaround, creative designs, full color printing and graphic design plus copying. The business uses the latest...
$195,000
Cash Flow: $120,000
Independent Music Equipment E-Com Store HQ in San Diego
San Diego, CA
The Company is a well-established musical instrument retailer with a strong national reputation among manufacturers, dealers, and customers. It is a well-run, respected operation known for...
$2,600,000
Cash Flow: $870,014
Profitable Coffee Shop in Prestigious San Diego Hospital – $160K SDE
San Diego, CA
An exceptional opportunity to own a thriving coffee shop located inside a major hospital in one of San Diego’s most affluent areas. Established in 2019, this beloved café has become a daily staple for...
$500,000
Cash Flow: $160,218
Profitable SD Commercial Janitorial Service Franchise
San Diego, CA
This robust commercial janitorial services company, located in San Diego, generates revenue through recurring janitorial contracts for commercial properties, providing services such as daily...
$350,000
Cash Flow: $136,000
PROFITABLE Coffee , Boba , Dessert shop, Hillcrest , San Diego, CA
San Diego, CA
Seize the opportunity to own a profitable dessert and beverage shop in the heart of Hillcrest, San Diego—one of the most vibrant and affluent neighborhoods in the city. Known for its high foot...
$125,000
Cash Flow: $91,630
FranchiseThe Lash Lounge
Available in California
With $925k in Top Quartile Average Annual Sales, The Lash Lounge redefines beauty with premier lash services and a commitment to guest satisfaction.
$200,000
See More FranchisesVending route for sale in San Diego
San Diego, CA
Established soda and snack vending locations in San Diego County. Several routes for sale, asking price will depend on the locations purchased. Great opportunity for additional income, or to establish...
$100,000
Profitable Established Upscale Japanese Fusion Restaurant
San Diego, CA
This premium Japanese fusion restaurant delivers an exceptional dining experience highlighted by high-quality sushi and innovative culinary creations. Situated in a vibrant and highly desirable dining...
$349,000
Cash Flow: $195,576
Profitable Door & Window Installation Company – San Diego
San Diego, CA
A well-established residential door and window installation company in San Diego is now available for acquisition. With over 15 years of strong reputation, trained staff, steady profitability, and all...
$299,000
Cash Flow: $154,936
Net Profit - $39,000 @ month + Beer/Wine + High Vol C-Store
San Diego, CA
Net Profit - $39,000 @ month + Beer/Wine + High Vol C-Store Net Profit - $39,000 @ month, Branded Gas Station - Business Only High Volume C-Store + Net Profit $39,000 @ month Excellent Net...
$2,200,000
EBITDA: $450,000
Mission Foods Route For Sale San Diego CA $99,000
San Diego, CA
Mission Foods Route For Sale San Diego CA $99,000 #Ownaroute #Buyaroute #Distributor #Distributorship #IndependentDistributor #MissionRoute #MissionFoodsRoute #Mission #Flatbread #TortillaChips #Wraps...
$99,000
Cash Flow: $102,052
Cleanest Topless Nightclub Anywhere!
San Diego, CA
Fully operational topless nightclub in San Diego, CA includes liquor license, police permit to operate, fully staffed, fully equipped. Millions invested in top notch buildout, state of the art...
$3,000,000
San Diego Deli For Sale – Steady Sales, Easy to Run, Fully Turnkey!
San Diego, CA
MOM’s Deli – Affordable Turnkey Opportunity in a Business Park Setting Here’s a hidden gem with big potential! MOM’s Deli is a clean, owner-friendly operation nestled in a busy business park with...
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$110,000
Cash Flow: $40,000
B2B Ctr - Design & Print Biz - Repeat Client - Central San Diego
San Diego, CA
This is a fantastic opportunity to take over a very well established business in Central San Diego. The business provides print, marketing and design solutions. No experience is necessary. Full...
$200,000
Profitable Teriyaki Shop (Established Franchise) SBA Financing
San Diego, CA
Japanese restaurant, easy to run, profitable and easy to access by residential customers or workers on their break. Franchise support is excellent, online presence is strong, top choices (1st page) on...
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$249,000
Cash Flow: $84,000
Doughboy's Grill & Pizza
San Diego, CA
Turnkey coastal grill just one block from the beach. Doughboy Grill is a well-established burger & grill concept located in the heart of Ocean Beach, just a short walk from the sand, surf, and heavy...
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$159,000
FranchiseCEO Life Corporation
Available Nationwide
Opportunity for a high margin, recurring revenue, no rent, no working capital, little employees, can be hands on or hands off, over simplistic business, with lots of room for error and hiccups - backed by a growing national team of top entrepreneurs that have already grown 8+ figure businesses, working on a common global mission.
$200,000
See More FranchisesProfitable Used Auto Dealership – San Diego
San Diego, CA
An exceptional opportunity to acquire a highly reputable pre-owned auto dealership with over 20 years of success in San Diego’s thriving automotive district. Located in a highly sought-after auto...
$1,690,000
Cash Flow: $511,087
Super high traffic-$2862 rent-ideal Mex Food location
San Diego, CA
Outstanding opportunity to get into a second generation restaurant with extremely cheap rent. Located in a super busy shopping center with many high traffic and high turn neighbors, potential new...
$119,999
Convoy District restaurant location-41 lic.
San Diego, CA
Prime Opportunity: Own a Convoy Area Restaurant Turnkey Restaurant with High-End Oven Ready for Success Save on build out $ and 12 plus months of red tape just get it built out. This is your chance to...
$249,999
Downtown SD Mexican food or bring your concept
San Diego, CA
Here is the downtown Mexican food location you have been looking for. Turnkey location, keep or change the name, it’s up to you! If you love the location for a different concept-bring it in! Either...
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$137,000
Profitable Luxury Home Development Co. $3.2M in 2026 Contracts
San Diego, CA
Established luxury home development and design-build company serving San Diego's most affluent areas. Founded in 1998 averaging $3.5 million in revenue and $350,000 SDE. Premium projects ranging from...
$750,000
Cash Flow: $397,494
FranchiseTemperaturePro Heating, Air Conditioning Services and Indoor Air Quality Services
Available in California
Stop Building Someone Else’s Dream. Build Your Own. Follow Your Path to Wealth & Freedom with a TemperaturePro Franchise providing Heating, Air Conditioning and Indoor Air Quality Services to your market.
$97,500
See More FranchisesHot Chicken and SmashBurger Restaurant Mission Valley
San Diego, CA
Hot Chickz is a popular and thriving hot chicken restaurant located in the heart of Mission Valley, California. Renowned for its mouthwatering, crispy, and flavorful chicken, Hot Chickz has become a...
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$350,000
Cash Flow: $750,000
Stretch Lab Franchise in the Heart of San Diego, CA
San Diego, CA
Own a profitable Stretch Lab franchise in one of San Diego’s most health-conscious neighborhoods. This is a proven, revenue-generating business with a loyal membership base and massive growth...
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$140,000
Cash Flow: $76,800
Established speciality soap factory for sell
San Diego, CA
This established business is a top seller in Amazon's cast iron soap market. Has over 20 SKUS with hundreds of positive reviews. The owner has relocated and is looking to sell the business...
$500,000
Cash Flow: $300,000
Long established shop with fleet accounts
San Diego, CA
40 year auto repair business in the Miramar area located in an industrial area with 50%+ business to business activity with plenty more opportunity if you're willing to knock on doors or targeted...
$290,000
Cash Flow: $145,000
Profitable Turnkey Store in Prime Location – Ready to Operate!
San Diego, CA
Established smoke shop, health store, located in a high-traffic commercial district of San Diego, offering exceptional growth potential and turnkey operations. This profitable retail business has...
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$80,000
Cash Flow: $60,000
David Lee
J1 Commercial
Serving San Diego County, CA
restaurant, office, Irvine, sushi, retail, Los Angeles, Down town, Japanese, Ramen, Orange county,
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Profitable, 10+ Year Old Business with Steady Income, Absentee Owner
San Diego, CA
Business Description An exceptional opportunity to acquire a highly reputable and well-established ultrasound center located in central San Diego. With nearly 10 years of success in the densely...
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$279,000
Cash Flow: $110,000
Centrally Located Kitchen Opportunity
San Diego, CA
This business presents a strategic acquisition opportunity for a buyer seeking immediate operational continuity with the flexibility to expand or rebrand. The 1,200 square foot retail and production...
$49,000
Successful Medical Spa 17 years in business
San Diego, CA
Established Medical Spa - San Diego's Leader in Advanced Anti-Aging This highly successful medical spa has been serving San Diego for 17 years, building a reputation as the region's leader in advanced...
$1,000,000
Home Decor - Closet Organization Product (with manufacturing)
San Diego, CA
Recently launched E-commerce home decor / closet organization device ready to become the next mass consumer product. How about a 5-minute "Closet Makeover?" Unique, simple corrugated sleeve concept...
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$45,000
Cash Flow: $15,000
Sunglass & Eyeglass Boutique – Profitable, Established, & Turnkey
San Diego, CA
10+ Years in Business | Prime San Diego Area Location | Steady Earnings Here’s a rare opportunity to acquire a well-established sunglass and eyeglass boutique that has been serving the San Diego...
$149,888
Cash Flow: $78,000
FranchiseMilliCare
Available Nationwide
Looking for a business-to-business, recurring-revenue franchise with a strong brand name? MilliCare is a premium, international franchise specializing in maintaining and restoring commercial flooring and textiles. This B2B, recurring-revenue franchise is the premier, full-service commercial flooring and textile service provider with a 95% customer retention rate - proudly serving Class A commercial office buildings, retail centers, financial institutions, apartment complexes, hospitals, law offices, hotels, airports and more.
$50,000
See More FranchisesPrice Reduced - Fresh Superfood Bowls and Smoothies Franchise
San Diego, CA
Price Just Reduced! This thriving superfood café offers a menu packed with allergy-friendly options, carefully prepared to avoid cross-contact with common allergens. Signature açaí bowls are crafted...
$175,000
Cash Flow: $58,000
Coffee Shop for sale, Hillcrest, San Diego, excellent location
San Diego, CA
Located in the heart of Hillcrest, this coffee shop sits in one of San Diego’s most walkable and vibrant neighborhoods—surrounded by new luxury condos, upcoming developments, and nonstop foot traffic....
$95,000
Cash Flow: $65,000
Established Asian Restaurant with ABC 41 License
San Diego, CA
An established, high-volume Asian restaurant in a desirable San Diego location is now available for acquisition. The business currently operates under an absentee owner model and possesses a valuable...
$295,000
Cash Flow: $168,714
Very Fun, Successful Yacht Charter Business in Cabo San Lucas!
San Diego, CA
Established Yacht Charter – Cabo San Lucas Mexico. Cabo San Lucas Marina Step into a dream lifestyle business or continue to enjoy strong absentee income with this highly successful private boat...
$550,000
Cash Flow: $150,000
Kitchen Catering commissary space cafe
San Diego, CA
Very Unique opportunity COMMISSARY KITCHEN WHOLESALE DREAM HUGE KITCHEN FULLY OPERATIONAL BY APPOINTMENT ONLY TEXT OR EMAIL AT FOR QUESTIONS ALL CLEAN IN GOOD WORKING CONDITION GOOD MAINTENANCE ON...
$395,000
FranchisePaintEZ
Available Nationwide
Highly scalable franchise model with low overhead, quick startup, outstanding support, and a proven business model.
$25,000
See More FranchisesBuy or Sell a Business in San Diego, Ca
San Diego is a thriving city with a strong economy and a diverse range of industries. Many entrepreneurs and investors are considering buying a business in San Diego as a lucrative opportunity. Similarly, business owners in San Diego may be considering selling their businesses for a variety of reasons. Whatever your situation may be, it is helpful to understand the local market and have a comprehensive understanding of the process involved in buying or selling a business in San Diego.
Market Snapshot
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Number of Businesses for Sale |
~250 |
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Median Asking Price |
$430,000 |
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Median Reported Revenue |
$930,000 |
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Median Reported Earnings |
$210,000 |
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Profit Margin |
22% |
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Earnings Multiple |
2.1 |
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Revenue Multiple |
0.5 |
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Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings. |
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We have analyzed the business for sale listings in San Diego and have compiled a list of frequently asked questions to help you gain a better understanding of the market in this city.
How many businesses are for sale in San Diego?
There are around 250 businesses currently up for sale in San Diego across various sectors. While some listings may be presented without detailed location specifics ('blind' listings), a broader county search can uncover these opportunities.
What types of businesses are for sale in San Diego?
San Diego's vibrant economy reflects a diversity of businesses on sale, including but not limited to:
- Approximately 75 restaurant businesses
- Over 40 service-oriented businesses
- More than 20 retail businesses
- Around 20 health and fitness businesses
- About 15 automotive and boat service businesses
- Nearly 10 manufacturing businesses
What is the average asking price for these businesses?
The median asking price for businesses currently on sale in San Diego stands at $430,000.
What is the average revenue of these businesses?
These businesses report a median revenue of $930,000, showcasing their potential for profitability and growth.
What is the average owner earnings for these businesses?
The median reported owner earnings, also referred to as Seller's Discretionary Earnings (SDE), is $210,000. This figure provides insight into the owner's financial benefit, including salary and profits.
What are the average valuation multiples in San Diego?
The average asking earnings multiple is around 2.1 based on the reported SDE. In terms of revenue, the average asking multiple is approximately 0.5. These multiples can serve as benchmarks when evaluating business opportunities.
How can San Diego business owners sell their own businesses?
Business owners looking to sell in San Diego typically have two primary options. They can hire a business broker or intermediary to manage the sale process, or they can list their business directly and manage the process themselves. Depending on the owner's goals and preferences, one option may be more suitable than the other.
