San Diego County, CA

Businesses For Sale in San Diego County, CA

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Oceanside Bar/Restaurant For Sale

Oceanside, CA

Rare coastal Oceanside bar/restaurant with full liquor license and live entertainment. Old liquor license included with limited and favorable conditions. Alcohol service and consumption permitted 7...

$395,000

$395,000

Turnkey Restaurant in High-Traffic San Diego Neighborhood

San Diego, CA

Prime restaurant location in a high-traffic San Diego neighborhood surrounded by dense residential housing and ongoing development, providing strong built-in customer demand. This is an asset sale of...

$249,000

$249,000

San Diego General Dentistry Practice For Sale (#2266)

San Diego, CA

Can't Miss Location with High Visibility Signage at the hard corner of University Ave. A modern practice designed and outfitted to accommodate the high-growth residential neighborhoods that visit the...

$1,100,000

$1,100,000

Cash Flow: $548,000

Established STEM & Coding Franchise Business for Sale - Only 45K!

San Diego County, CA

Price Just Lowered – Don’t Miss This Opportunity! Established and fully operational kids coding education franchise located in a prime South San Diego County market. This center provides coding,...

$45,000

$45,000

Cash Flow: $30,000

Established Themed Bar & Entertainment Venue – Downtown San Diego

San Diego County, CA

Confidential opportunity to acquire an established, independently owned themed bar and entertainment venue located in a core Downtown San Diego Gaslamp nightlife and tourism district. The business has...

$2,400,000

$2,400,000

Cash Flow: $572,433

Institutional Investment Signals Firm 5% sale

San Diego, CA

We are looking to sell 5% of the company to raise funds to accelerate the development of institutional relationships, the automated global expansion of our proven replicable product, and the ability...

$10,000,000

$10,000,000

Franchise Children's Clothing Resale Store!

Oceanside, CA

As the established leader in the children's resale-retail space, Once Upon A Child is the largest North American chain specializing in buying and selling clothing, shoes, toys, equipment and...

$320,000

$320,000

Cash Flow: $146,248

Coastal Gift Store -See Coastal Clothing Store listing for opportunity

Carlsbad, CA

Gift & Lifestyle Store - Approx. $600,000 annual revenue - High foot traffic from locals and tourists - Broad product mix: gifts, home décor, accessories, seasonal items - Strong year?round...

$700,000

$700,000

Cash Flow: $145,000

Remote San Diego Home Cleaning Business

San Diego, CA

HS Listing ID-67880 Repeat client: weekly, biweekly, monthly Been in business since January 2021 Home based business Business website setup Highly rated on Yelp at 4.8 stars Owner recently hired and...

$99,000

$99,000

Cash Flow: $23,000

Multi-Location General Dentistry Practice For Sale In San Diego Area

San Diego, CA

Well-established, 10-year-old multi-location dental group with strong brand recognition and high-visibility retail real estate positioning. This practice has built a loyal patient base and scalable...

Not Disclosed

Not Disclosed

EBITDA: $2,500,000

Well Established Cafe in the Convoy Business District

San Diego, CA

This cafe has been around for 10 years and well known in the Convoy Business District. Over 1800 sq ft with outdoor patio space of 500 sq ft that you don't have to pay for. This is one of the lowest...

$199,999

$199,999

Cash Flow: $100,000

Papa John's Pizza -Owner Operator Opportunity or New Concept Space

Rancho Bernardo, CA

PAPA JOHNS PIZZA Franchise for sale in San Diego County Ca. Turnkey opportunity to acquire a well-established Papa John’s Pizza franchise in the highly desirable Rancho Bernardo area of San Diego...

$120,000

$120,000

Open, Operating and Established Leading Pet Grooming Franchise Resale

$339,000 - Vista, CA

$339,000

Vista, CA

Motivated Seller - San Diego CPA Practice - Terms & Guarantees

San Diego County, CA

Motivated for a Fast Close- Terms and Guarantees Available for the right buyer. Available to assist with transition during tax season. With an asking price below 2× cash flow, this is a standout...

$325,000

$325,000

Cash Flow: $188,650

Expand & Scale: Electric Service Business in Prime Territory

La Jolla, CA

Turnkey Electrical Franchise – Prime La Jolla Territory This is a rare opportunity to acquire a recognized electrical services business in La Jolla, CA. The business comes with two fully wrapped...

$98,000

$98,000

Christine McDannell

The Magnolia Firm

Serving San Diego County, CA

The Magnolia Firm is an M&A advisory built by entrepreneurs, for entrepreneurs. We specialize in privately owned businesses with strong brand value and real momentum.

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Established Mobile Auto Detailing Comapny

La Mesa, CA

Scrubs Auto Detailing is a trusted, established mobile detailing business with a strong brand, excellent reputation, and a loyal recurring customer base. With over 110+ 5-star reviews on Google and a...

$20,000

$20,000

Italian Restaurant Business: Cafe Milano For Sale

San Diego, CA

Cafe Milano is a beloved and well-established Italian restaurant that has been serving the La Jolla community for over 25 years. Located on the high-traffic Pearl Street corridor, this turnkey...

$300,000

$300,000

Two Locations of Modern Full-Service Nail Salon in San Diego County

San Diego County, CA

Modern, well-established nail salon with strong brand presence and loyal clients. Turnkey operation...

$160,000

$160,000

Cash Flow: $115,333

Fully operational Gym in high vehicular traffic location

San Diego, CA

DO NOT DISTURB STAFF = This gym is a boutique, coach-led fitness studio in coastal area of San Diego known for delivering results, community, and personalized training. The business blends structured...

$49,000

$49,000

Profitable Auto Repair & Body Shop in Prime San Diego Location

Escondido, CA

Business Description: An exceptional opportunity to acquire a well-established, "boutique-style" auto repair and body shop located in a high-demand area of Escondido (San Diego County). Positioned...

$28,000

$28,000

***In Contract***Drilling & Shoring Contractor

SBA LOAN ELIGIBLE

San Diego County, CA

A highly respected drilling and shoring contractor with more than 20 years of proven success in Southern California is available for acquisition. $3.95 million in sales and $465,323 in Discretionary...

$1,450,000

$1,450,000

Cash Flow: $465,323

SBA LOAN ELIGIBLE

Established Aviation Part 145 Repair Station in Southern CA

El Cajon, CA

FAA Part 145 Repair Station with Longstanding Industry Reputation This FAA-certified Part 145 Repair Station specializes in the maintenance, repair, installation, and sale of avionics and instruments...

$1,200,000

$1,200,000

Premier Business Networking and Social Community- 30+ Locations

$6,400,000 - San Diego, CA

$6,400,000

San Diego, CA

Smog and repair shop

San Marcos, CA

Smog and repair shop. Established business for over 30 years! Star station, High-Volume, Turnkey Operation, Sale includes all tools, machines, and FF&E (Furniture, Fixtures & Equipment)." For the...

$209,999

$209,999

Beautifully equipped restaurant near the Sports Arena

San Diego, CA

This established restaurant operation presents an exceptional opportunity in San Diego's dynamic food service market. The fully equipped facility encompasses approximately 1,150 square feet of...

$210,000

$210,000

Nationally Distributed Oil Brand with Strong DTC & Retail Presence

San Diego, CA

Our brand is a nationally distributed cooking oil brand available in over 2,500 retail locations, including Whole Foods, Publix, HEB, Harris Teeter, and Fresh Thyme. With critical retail distribution...

$450,000

$450,000

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

$250,000

Cash Flow: $156,566

Papa Johns Pizza - 25 Years in Business, Profitable & Turnkey

San Diego County, CA

PROFITABLE PAPA JOHNS PIZZA Franchise for sale in San Diego County Ca. Looking for a hot business opportunity in San Diego County CA? Look no further than Papa John's Pizza Franchise. Located in a...

$149,000

$149,000

Cash Flow: $50,271

Landscape Maintenance Business San Diego County Price Reduced

San Diego County, CA

Landscape Maintenance Business for sale, offering services to apartment complexes, business centers, and residential rental properties. The company has a strong, loyal client base with several...

$275,000

$275,000

Cash Flow: $125,917

7-Eleven in San Diego

San Diego, CA

7-Eleven is the best store for people who are on the go and looking for a one-stop shop to buy everyday products and has a variety of consumable products and services, generally, from food and...

$599,000

$599,000

Cash Flow: $192,000

Established chiropractor with loyal local patients

San Diego County, CA

This chiropractic office has built a trusted reputation serving patients in a high-demand Southern California community. Specializing in personal injury care, the clinic benefits from a steady stream...

$255,000

$255,000

Cash Flow: $100,000

Family run Mexican Restaurant

Escondido, CA

Established over 25 years, this a family owned and run Mexican restaurant. Does not serve alcohol, but a new owner may easily get a license. Open 7 days Profitable...

$99,000

$99,000

Cash Flow: $50,000

Mongolian BBQ - 1 Million Annual Revenue. Mall location.

$399,000 - San Diego, CA

$399,000

San Diego, CA

Performance Sport Boutique, Customer Lounge & More

San Diego County, CA

• Proven Legacy: Established for nearly 50 years, this boutique sports retail store has earned its place as a leader in the high-end active lifestyle market, serving individuals, children, and...

$1,499,000

$1,499,000

Cash Flow: $189,900

Little Caesars - California

San Diego County, CA

Little Caesars in California for sale – $125,000 This location is currently part of a larger ownership structure and is primed for an owner-operator ready to step in and take the reins. It is an ideal...

$125,000

$125,000

Profitable Food Court Restaurant Location-Prominent San Diego Mall

San Diego County, CA

This profitable fast casual Korean restaurant is located in a bustling food court in one of San Diego county's most prominent malls. Easy to operate and fully staffed Very popular food choice for the...

$130,000

$130,000

Proven Holistic Medicine Clinic with Stable, Recurring Patient Revenue

San Diego County, CA

This established integrative healthcare clinic operates on a self-pay model and has developed a strong reputation for delivering personalized, results-oriented care. The practice is housed in a...

$4,800,000

$4,800,000

Cash Flow: $1,190,000

Established Salon Opportunity – Passive Income With Growth Upside

San Diego, CA

HS Listing ID-67262 The 800 sq. ft. salon has a 30+ year reputation, 12 years at its current location near Snapdragon Stadium, and 8 active stylists generating passive income through booth rental....

$99,000

$99,000

Cash Flow: $37,440

Property Damage and Restoration Company w/ High Gross Profits

San Diego, CA

This is a high-cash-flow, proven, and recession-proof “B2B” and “B2Consumer” restoration company. There is still plenty of room for additional and extensive growth in this large and protected...

$139,999

$139,999

Cash Flow: $800,000

Rare ALW-Approved 6-Bed RCFE Business Opportunity – IN ESCROW

Oceanside, CA

An exceptional opportunity to acquire a licensed 6-bed RCFE in San Diego County, with Assisted Living Waiver (ALW) Program approval—a rare and highly sought-after designation that drives strong...

$210,000

$210,000

Cash Flow: $110,000

Moh Baugheri

California Mergers and Acquisitions

Serving San Diego County, CA

Transworld Business Advisors is a world leader in the marketing and sale of businesses, franchises, and commercial real estate. Transworld offers professional services that brings buyers and sellers together whether you represent an acquisition minded corporation or are personally interested in owning your own company. We serve all business owners in Southern CA with offices in San Berbardino County, Orange County, and San Diego County.

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Digital Media & Communication Business For Sale

San Diego, CA

A well-established and profitable digital media and communications business available for acquisition. The company operates a leading news and press release distribution platform serving a highly...

$450,000

$450,000

Cash Flow: $135,000

Mobile Shave Ice Business In San Diego

San Diego County, CA

Rapidly growing shave ice business in San Diego with multiple commercial/business partnerships and great SEO for private events as well. Needs someone that can come in and immediately add employees,...

$150,000

$150,000

Established Sandblasting and Powder Coating Business

$150,000 - San Diego County, CA

$150,000

San Diego County, CA

Iconic Red Fox Steakhouse and Piano Bar

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

San Diego, CA

Price includes: Type 47 Liquor License, The Red Fox Brand, Real Estate and Restaurant Assets. Own a beloved San Diego institution with this rare opportunity to acquire the Red Fox Steakhouse and Piano...

$3,411,295

$3,411,295

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Boba Shop in a shopping center , next to freeway and a lot of housing

Chula Vista, CA

Boba shop looking for a new owner. This business can be profitable if the owner is willing to work there full time as long as they keep the quality the same....

$120,000

$120,000

Cash Flow: $5,000

Specialty Botanical Supplement Wholesaler with National Reach

San Diego County, CA

This emerging wholesale botanical supplement company is capitalizing on rapidly rising consumer interest in plant-based wellness products and their expanding retail adoption. Though operating for less...

$550,000

$550,000

Cash Flow: $169,755

San Diego Medicare Home Health for Sale

San Diego, CA

This opportunity represents the acquisition of a well-established Medicare-certified home health agency operating in San Diego County, California. The business is structured as a California Subchapter...

$800,000

$800,000

40 Year Profitable Bookkeeping & Tax Services Firm

San Diego County, CA

Take over a well-established bookkeeping and tax services firm with a trusted reputation built over more than 40 years in business. The owner is preparing for retirement, creating an excellent...

$200,000

$200,000

Cash Flow: $90,135

San Diego General Dentistry Practice For Sale (#2222)

San Diego, CA

Ideally located in the heart of San Diego, this high-performing dental practice benefits from excellent access, visibility, and a dense urban patient base. The practice has averaged over eighty (80)...

$1,250,000

$1,250,000

Cash Flow: $635,000

Asian Franchise Concept-keep current or bring you own-Sushi/Japanese

National City, CA

Asian-Themed Franchise Restaurant for Sale – Prime South Bay Location Outstanding Opportunity: Keep Franchise or Launch Your Own Concept Take advantage of this rare chance to own an Asian-themed...

$149,999

$149,999

Established Insurance Agency for Sale – Stable Revenue & Renewals

San Diego County, CA

Rare opportunity to acquire a well established Farmers Insurance agency located in beautiful San Diego, CA. The agency offers a diverse mix of Personal Lines, Commercial, and Life insurance, providing...

$575,000

$575,000

Established Strength & Conditioning Fitness Studio for Sale

San Diego County, CA

Own a boutique fitness studio in one of San Diego’s most desirable and high-traffic neighborhoods. This established studio offers a results-driven training model that combines progressive strength and...

$150,000

$150,000

Established & Much Loved Pet Sitting Service!

San Diego, CA

PET LOVERS ONLY! Can you think of anything better than working with pets every day? Neither can I. Dogs, cats, birds, fish, iguanas & more. Every Day is a new experience. Well established Home Based...

$78,900

$78,900

Deli and Pizza restaurant-long established - great rent-full kitchen

Poway, CA

Are you ready to step into the flavorful world of Deli and Pizza restaurant ownership? This beloved family-run eatery is up for grabs, and it’s more than just a business it’s high volume deli ready...

$124,999

$124,999

Buy or Sell a Business in San Diego County, CA

San Diego County is a large market for business owners looking to sell their businesses. With a diverse economy and strong business culture, it is no surprise that many entrepreneurs are interested in buying a business in this area.

Market Snapshot

The following information was derived from an analysis of businesses for sale in San Diego County. Keep in mind this is a dynamic market, so the numbers will fluctuate. These statistics are meant to provide a general overview of the market and should not be used as absolute indicators.

Median Asking Price  

  $250,000

Median Reported Revenue  

  $574,234

Median Reported Earnings  

  $144,155

Profit Margin  

  25%

Earnings Multiple (Asking)  

  1.7

Revenue Multiple (Asking)  

  0.4

How many businesses are for sale in San Diego County, CA?

Currently, there are over 400 businesses available for purchase in San Diego County, CA. This number reflects a dynamic market that offers a wide range of opportunities for prospective buyers.

What cities have most businesses listed for sale?

The top cities with the most businesses listed for sale in San Diego County are San Diego, Chula Vista, Escondido, Oceanside, Carlsbad, and Chula Vista. Each of these cities has a diverse business landscape, providing various options for buyers in different industries.

What types of businesses are for sale?

The market is rich with diversity, spanning various sectors. The most listed business categories include:

What is the average asking price for businesses in San Diego County, CA?

The median asking price for businesses currently listed in San Diego County is $250,000. This figure gives potential buyers an indication of market entry points for ownership transactions in the region.

What is the average revenue of these businesses?

The businesses listed have reported a median revenue of $574,234. This metric offers insight into the potential scale and financial viability of businesses within San Diego County's marketplace.

What is the average seller discretionary earnings?

On average, the seller discretionary earnings come to a median of $144,155, which can be a measure of a business’s profitability and potential for return on investment to the new owners.

What are the average valuation multiples?

The financial analysis shows an average Earnings Multiple (Asking) of 1.7 and an average Revenue Multiple (Asking) of 0.4. These multiples provide an understanding of pricing strategies in relation to revenue and earnings and can indicate return timeframes on investment.

How can San Diego business owners sell their own businesses?

Business owners in San Diego County who wish to sell their businesses have two principal options:

  • List the business independently: Sellers can market their business for sale by themselves, leveraging their professional network and marketing platforms to reach potential buyers.
  • Collaborate with a business broker: Retaining the services of a professional business broker can streamline the sales process, as brokers bring expertise in valuation, marketing, negotiation, and legal compliance, enhancing the potential of obtaining favorable terms.

Please note that the financial information presented is an average derived from data provided by businesses that have opted to share their revenue and earnings figures. These values are reflective of the market but should be understood as guidelines rather than guaranteed figures for individual businesses.