San Diego, CA
Exceptional owner/operator opportunity. This business has been running successfully with absentee ownership and did 950,000 last year from Credit card only sales. The owner lives in LA and seeks to...
$399,000
Cash Flow: $175,000
Businesses For Sale in San Diego, CA
Local Info
Mongolian BBQ - 1 Million Annual Revenue. Mall location.
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Established Southern California Wedding Company – Turnkey & Profitable
San Diego, CA
Business Overview: SoCal Vows is an established Southern California wedding company providing ceremony and coordination services for couples who want a simple, organized, and personal experience. The...
$295,000
Cash Flow: $130,000
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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
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
2
Auction
State Street Theater | Carlsbad Village
Carlsbad, CA
Online auction: February 23-25, 2026
- Iconic Carlsbad Village location
- Value-add theater with broad zoning
$600,000 starting bid
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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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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...
$149,000
Cash Flow: $75,000
*****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
29
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
6
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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FranchiseMolly Maid
Available Nationwide
Molly Maid, a Neighborly company, is the nation's leading residential and commercial cleaning services franchise. With us, you'll get a polished approach to business ownership!
$50,000
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
22
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
3
Asset SaleReduced! Restaurant Asset Sale Fashion Valley 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...
$349,000
Vending 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 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...
4
$80,000
Cash Flow: $60,000
Tyler Evans
So-Cal Business Brokers
Serving San Diego County, CA
Seller Representation Only! We represent sellers, not buyers, and have been doing it for over 30 years and have an outstanding 90+% Success Rate! We encourage you to spend time on our website ( www.so-calbusinessbrokers.com ) as it is our means of sharing a lot of vital information that can help you avoid mistakes and maximize your transaction. At a minimum, view and understand The Best Possible Transaction and The Sales Process and you will know more than 90% of the people who want to sell their businesses and a lot more than most business brokers. We concentrate our coverage in Southern California with a major emphasis on Orange County, San Diego County and Los Angeles County and we do not charge an ‘up-front’ fee. Many in this industry charge for valuations, industry reviews, ‘packaging’, expenses, etc. and our sole compensation is a Success Fee that is paid when your transaction closes —- in essence, we only get paid when you get paid and if we can’t sell your business at a price and upon terms acceptable to you, then you do not owe us a dime!
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San Diego Dental Practice – Low Rent, Cash, PPO & Denti-Cal
San Diego, CA
Established San Diego Dental Practice - Low Overhead Opportunity This well-positioned 3-operatory dental practice presents an excellent entry point into private practice ownership or expansion...
6
$90,000
Profitable and Highly Rated Sushi Restaurant
San Diego, CA
This well-known Japanese Sushi restaurant, which holds a Beer and Wine License, is located in a prime, high-traffic shopping center anchored by major national retail and grocery store brand. The...
$549,000
Cash Flow: $183,054
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...
3
$110,000
Cash Flow: $39,000
Established and Profitable Endocrinology Practice for Sale
San Diego, CA
A Legacy of Care: Seeking a Qualified Successor for a Thriving, Office-Based Endocrinology Practice in San Diego Are you an entrepreneurial endocrinologist ready to take control of your career and...
$1,200,000
Cash Flow: $600,000
Lucrative Central San Diego Medical Practice For Sale - Investor Owned
San Diego, CA
Long-standing medical practice that sees Adult Patients for Primary Care. Space: 1400 square feet first floor space - lobby, staff area, 3 exam rooms, provider office Location: Center of San Diego...
$1,000,000
Cash Flow: $505,000
FranchiseRitual Hot Yoga
Available Nationwide
Ritual Hot Yoga offers the most luxurious, body-sculpting, mind-bending yoga experience in the industry and combines it with an exceptional, all-inclusive studio experience.
$100,000
Deli 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...
6
$90,000
Cash Flow: $30,000
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
PRICE DROP--San Diego Dance School for Youth
San Diego, CA
Transform your entrepreneurial vision into reality with this turnkey San Diego dance school serving children ages 2-12. You'll step into an established operation that delivers consistent revenue...
$80,000
Unique Lifestyle Boutique: Jewelry, Gifts, Sculptures
San Diego, CA
We are a lifestyle boutique that offers a unique collection of hand made items such as jewelry clothing and accessories. In addition we sell lighting, African Sculptures and water features from around...
3
$250,000
Premier Downtown Gaslamp Retail Dispensary Location
San Diego, CA
Premier Downtown Gaslamp Retail Dispensary Location Near San Diego Airport! Submit Your Offer By February 20th (San Diego, California) #1940 An exceptional opportunity to secure a prime retail...
$420,420
Beach area Thai and Boba-corner spot-huge traffic-patio-41 lic.
San Diego, CA
Beach area Restaurant Opportunity—Dual concept Asian Fusion and Dessert/ Boba tea opportunity, High traffic street frontage walking distance to the beach. Unmatched Visibility, Full Kitchen, and...
6
$199,999
Multi-Unit, Automotive Business in San Diego, CA
San Diego, CA
This business has been operating successfully for many years and has a proven track record of profitability, with unit level economics that are unparalleled in the industry. With access to extensive...
$10,500,000
EBITDA: $3,500,000
Established Meineke Car Care Franchise For Sale
San Diego, CA
Established Meineke Car Care Franchise for Sale in San Diego, CA This well-established automotive service franchise presents an exceptional investment opportunity in the thriving San Diego market....
4
$200,000
Pizza Restaurant with Beer & Wine, San Diego, California
San Diego, CA
This is a fantastic opportunity to acquire a fully operational pizza restaurant in a high-traffic, established plaza. Located in a busy plaza in the heart of San Diego, this location offers steady...
$79,000
Fantastic Sams 2x Locations Absentee Owner
San Diego, CA
This is a rare opportunity to own two established franchise hair salons backed by a nationally recognized and trusted brand. Located in thriving communities, these salons boast a loyal customer base...
3
$50,000
FranchiseBlue Kangaroo PACKOUTZ
Available Nationwide
Blue Kangaroo Packoutz is a rapidly growing contents cleaning and restoration franchise, emerging as a leader in a niche market nationwide.
$150,000
Profitable Boba, Donut Shop for Sale, Hillcrest, San Diego, California
San Diego, CA
Profitable Boba & Donut Shop in Prime Hillcrest, San Diego – Turnkey & Cash-Flowing An excellent opportunity to acquire a profitable, established dessert and beverage concept in the heart of...
$97,000
Cash Flow: $91,630
Established turn key North Park, on University
San Diego, CA
Established Multi-Cuisine Restaurant - Downtown San Diego Prime Location This profitable multi-cuisine restaurant presents an exceptional opportunity in San Diego's thriving dining scene. Established...
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$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
San Diego restaurant-Rent 2600/month-seller may finance!
San Diego, CA
Ready to expand your food business or open your first brick-and-mortar? This fully equipped, fully permitted restaurant in downtown San Diego is a rare turnkey opportunity perfect for both new food...
$75,000
food court-high traffic-corner space-full kithcen-walk in cooler
San Diego, CA
Premier Dessert & Coffee Shop in Revitalized Mall Turnkey Franchise Opportunity at the Food Court Entrance Exceptional Dessert & Coffee Shop in a Prime Location Step into success with this high-end...
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$239,999
FranchiseMinuteman Press Business Services
Available Nationwide
Minuteman Press is the world's largest & #1 rated digital printing and graphics franchise. With our state of the art technology, proven marketing programs and over 25 regional support offices, we have been able to take quality people from all walks of life and provide them with the opportunity to secure their financial future.
$50,000
Concierge Medicine & Vascular Clinic in La Jolla. Low Rent $2 sq/ft
San Diego, CA
Well-established outpatient clinic for sale in a highly desirable coastal San Diego market. Fully contained and operational. -Unique 4-in-1 (four clinics in one facility) opportunity including a...
5
$2,500,000
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
Smoke Shop and Mini Mart for sale
San Diego, CA
Established smoke shop and mini mart located on a busy street front in one of San Diego's premier neighborhoods. This turnkey operation features brand new fixtures, equipment, and a complete...
6
$125,000
Convenience Store including the building
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
San Diego, CA
Perfect opportunity to own a retail convenience store including the building between the SD Trolley and bus station on Euclid Ave. $17K-$20K monthly gross sales with extended hours will have higher...
6
$199,000
Premium Zero-VOC Coatings, Sealants, Adhesive Brand - 40+ Year Legacy
San Diego, CA
Established specialty coatings manufacturer and distributor with 40+ year track record serving the rapidly expanding zero-VOC and non-toxic building materials market. The company has built exceptional...
$1,500,000
EBITDA: $425,832
Rob Tade
SellingRestaurants.com.
Serving San Diego County, CA
SellingRestaurants.com is a professional business brokerage firm specializing in restaurant and bar brokerage. Servicing all food and beverage businesses through out California. Our restaurant brokerage firm is known for adding value to our clients through great customer service, intelligent analysis and valuation, and marketing system that is years ahead of its competition. We attribute our success to not only to our aggressive internet marketing tactics, but to the amount of homework we do before we value and place a business for sale on the market. We look at each business with a fresh-eye; looking deep into the financials; studying the strengths and weaknesses of the business; looking for opportunities and envisioning who the best buyer for the space could be and then designing a marketing strategy around this vision. You'll immediately see the difference we can make to your transaction. Our brokers and agents anwser their their phones and emails! We are ready to help sell your restaurant today. Give us a call at 619-892-2765
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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
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 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...
$97,000
Cash Flow: $91,630
FranchiseWSI - Digital Marketing
Available in California
WSI is a digital marketing company with a strong international presence. Our Digital Marketing Consultants use their knowledge and expertise to make a difference for businesses all around the world.
$80,000
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
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
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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$199,000
Cash Flow: $84,000
Pizza, Burger & Grill Restaurant Shop
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...
6
$139,000
FranchisePirtek USA
Available in California
PIRTEK is a trusted B2B and mobile hydraulic hose repair franchise with clients across several essential industries.
$100,000
Profitable 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
Buy 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.
