San Francisco, CA
A neighborhood wine and cheese specialty shop focused solely on everyday customers. Explore a curated selection of Old and New World wines, artisan cheeses cut to order, charcuterie, crackers, and...
$200,000
Cash Flow: $75,000
Businesses For Sale in San Francisco, CA
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Newly Built-out Boutique Wine & Cheese Specialty Store
Turnkey, Full-Service Restaurant
San Francisco, CA
An exceptional opportunity to acquire a fully turnkey, design-forward New American restaurant in one of San Francisco’s most vibrant and sought-after neighborhoods. This chef-driven concept is known...
$250,000
San Francisco Cosmetic Surgery Clinic for Sale
San Francisco, CA
San Francisco offers a premier market for cosmetic surgery, supported by a dense, affluent population and consistent demand for elective procedures. This established cosmetic surgery clinic has served...
$694,148
EBITDA: $105,000
Enterprise Hospitality SaaS: Remote, Scalable, F500 Partnerships
San Francisco, CA
A modern, enterprise-grade SaaS and hardware platform serving high-volume hospitality operators across stadiums, healthcare campuses, resorts, and large institutional facilities. This technology...
$1,900,000
Cash Flow: $139,379
Mobile Car Cleaning Service
San Francisco, CA
We deliver professional car cleaning and detailing services right to your doorstep. We specialize in interior and exterior cleaning, waxing, vacuuming, and odor removal — all performed using...
$100,000
Cash Flow: $150,000
San Francisco Cosmetic Surgery Clinic for Sale
San Francisco, CA
San Francisco offers a premier market for cosmetic surgery, supported by a dense, affluent population and consistent demand for elective procedures. This established cosmetic surgery clinic has served...
Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $400,000
Soundproofing Design, Consultation and Installation
San Francisco, CA
This award-winning noise abatement company represents an exceptional acquisition opportunity for design/build firms seeking profitable expansion into the specialized soundproofing market or a current...
$750,000
Cash Flow: $225,000
Established San Francisco Day Spa with 25+ years of Trusted Service
San Francisco, CA
This long-established San Francisco spa specializes in advanced massage therapy and results-driven esthetician services. Known for deep tissue and sports massage, TMJ treatment, and high-quality...
$200,000
Cash Flow: $119,111
Turnkey Retail Opportunity in Pacific Heights
San Francisco, CA
Established Neighborhood Liquor & Market in Prime Pacific Heights Location This turnkey retail opportunity represents over 40 years of continuous operation in one of San Francisco's most desirable...
$420,000
Cash Flow: $185,250
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Easy to Run Amazon Listing
San Francisco, CA
2022 - $41,290 in Revenue 2023 - $69,940 in Revenue 2024 - $105,239 in Revenue Valuation: Valuation is based on a 2.3x multiple on net profit of year 2024 revenue + inventory value. - Did over $100k...
$58,900
Cash Flow: $22,931
Franchise911 Restoration
Available Nationwide
The Fresh Start Company
$100,000
Established Business for sale.
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
San Francisco, CA
Pet Store & Real Estate Available! Located in one of the densest parts of San Francisco. The opportunity offers a turnkey store with established five years in sales. An owner user here will pay...
$1,000,000
Cash Flow: $19,020
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Established Remodeling Contractor with 20+ Years History
San Francisco, CA
This established Bay Area remodeling company has been serving residential and light-commercial clients for over 20 years, earning a strong reputation for quality craftsmanship, reliability, and...
$965,000
Golden Horizon Travel: Unlock a Million-Dollar Business Opportunity
San Francisco, CA
Unlock the Full Potential: Golden Horizon Travel’s Path to a Million-Dollar Business – A Sleeping Giant Ready to Rise - Profitable Bay Area Tour Business for Sale – 21 Years of Success - Golden...
$469,000
3
Pending Turnkey Wash&Fold Laundromat | Coin & Card Payments accepted
San Francisco, CA
::Pending::Rare Modern Turnkey San Francisco Laundromat with Strong Cash Flow. This is as passive an income stream as you can get. PERFECT for a 1st-time laundromat owner. Opportunities like this do...
$750,000
Remote Telehealth Business – Absentee-Ready and Built to Scale
San Francisco, CA
Own a Piece of the Healthcare Revolution This is more than just a business—it’s a golden ticket to the future of healthcare. This fully remote Telehealth operation has been meticulously designed to...
$100,000
BJ Delhamer
Insite Commercial Real Estate Advisors
Serving San Francisco County, CA
Insight Commercial is a commercial real estate brokerage specializing in the bulk sale of operational child care centers and assisted living facilities. We offer a rare blend of business brokerage expertise and commercial real estate transaction acumen, allowing our clients to maximize the combined value of their business and property. Our primary focus is helping owners exit with confidence by delivering qualified buyers, seamless deal structures, and the highest possible price for both the enterprise and the underlying real estate. We understand the complexities of regulated industries, including licensing requirements, subsidy structures, and facility compliance, and we bring that knowledge to every transaction. Whether it's a single-site operation or a multi-location portfolio, we tailor the process to meet the specific needs of each owner while ensuring a smooth transition for staff, families, and residents. Our team has closed dozens of transactions across California and beyond, with an unmatched track record in presenting clean, professional listing packages that attract institutional and entrepreneurial buyers alike.
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Asset SaleLocated in union square turnkey dental office
San Francisco, CA
TURNKEY DENTAL PRACTICE ASSET SALE - PRIME UNION SQUARE LOCATION Exceptional opportunity to acquire a fully equipped dental practice in the heart of San Francisco's prestigious Union Square district....
$970,000
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Real EstatePrime Opportunity: Retail Condominium with Operating Franchise
San Francisco, CA
Prime Investment opportunity to own a retail condominium equipped with a successful, operating franchise business! "EARL OF SANDWICH – THE WORLD’S GREATEST HOT SANDWICH" This 618 SF space currently...
$1,100,000
4
Restaurant business for sale in San Francisco, West Portal area.
San Francisco, CA
RESTAURANT BUSINESS SALE - WEST PORTAL, SAN FRANCISCO Turnkey restaurant business opportunity in San Francisco's desirable West Portal neighborhood. This established Indian restaurant, operating since...
$90,000
Retro Diner offered with Property - San Francisco
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
San Francisco, CA
Description: This iconic restaurant is offered with Property. Located in San Francisco's Richmond District, this is a beloved neighborhood diner that has been serving classic American fare since 1959....
$1,450,000
Cash Flow: $215,000
CEO Life - An Exclusive Club for Leaders - San Francisco, CA
San Francisco, CA
High Margin, Recurring Revenue, Global Scalability. High-End Business Networking Club - Established Chapter for Sale. This is your opportunity to step into ownership of an established chapter of CEO...
2
$1,000,000
EBITDA: $376,992
FranchiseAssisting Hands Home Care
Available in California
Providing Compassionate and Dependable Home Care
$150,000
Turnkey Japanese Restaurant in Prime Downtown San Francisco Location
San Francisco, CA
Turnkey Japanese restaurant located at 614 Pine Street in a prime downtown San Francisco location, benefiting from strong foot traffic from office workers, residents, and tourists. Rock Japanese...
6
$120,000
High Net High Volume NorCal Smog Test Station
San Francisco, CA
The Company is a family-owned vehicle emissions testing service serving its local community for over a decade. This is a high throughput, high volume location as over the past five years, they have...
Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $1,025,093
Superfood Snack Business $675k TTM (40% GM) Servicing Top Tech Offices
San Francisco, CA
Profitable eCommerce business with $675,000 in TTM revenue and $21,670 in TTM profit selling superfood granola leading the category in food service with its delicious products, innovative nutrition...
$750,000
EBITDA: $70,000
Established San Francisco Flooring Business — 40+ Years
San Francisco, CA
Metro Floors is a long-established residential flooring business serving San Francisco and the surrounding Bay Area for over four decades. Known for quality workmanship, reliable service, and...
6
$294,000
Cash Flow: $111,424
Retail Business - Healing Stones & Crystal Jewelry Store
San Francisco, CA
This well-established crystal and jewelry store offers a curated selection of natural crystal stones, and gemstone jewelry, Turkish lamps and other accessories. The business is known for its strong...
6
$23,500
Mainline Security - Established Locksmith & Security Business
San Francisco, CA
Mainline Security - Established Locksmith & Security Business Established in 1971, this profitable and reputable locksmith and security business has built a strong presence in San Francisco's...
6
$350,000
Cash Flow: $371,000
San Francisco Downtown Dental Office
San Francisco, CA
Great location modern Dental office...
6
$395,000
Cash Flow: $480,000
International Music Licensing Company
San Francisco, CA
Seven Seas Music is an established international music licensing and synchronization brokerage serving the growing demand for authentic, regionally-specific music in film, television, advertising, and...
$975,000
Cash Flow: $145,489
Well established propular Liquor store
San Francisco, CA
Prime location on very busy street. seller claims current sales are 70K/mo with a robust margin. Lease is for 5+5+5 rent - 5500/mo Store size - 2500SF Open M-S 10 AM - 11 PM DISCLAIMER: The...
$600,000
Turnkey Liquor Store in Prime Location – Profitable & Established
San Francisco, CA
A rare opportunity to own a well-established neighborhood market in one of San Francisco’s most vibrant and walkable communities. Known for its convenience, friendly service, and loyal customer base,...
6
$300,000
FranchisePirtek USA
Available in California
PIRTEK is a trusted B2B and mobile hydraulic hose repair franchise with clients across several essential industries.
$100,000
Restaurant Mission/Noe Valley area
San Francisco, CA
1000 Sq ft restaurant is a fantastic neighborhood. Between Mission and Noe Valley districts. Type one hood. one ADA bathroom. Surrounded by retail and residential. Must See!...
$140,000
Thriving Bar & Nightclub Now Available in San Francisco!
San Francisco, CA
Discover a thriving Bar & Nightclub, established for over 11 years and flourishing post-COVID! With diverse revenue streams, this venue generated $1,165,910 in gross revenue for 2024. Valuable...
$625,000
Cash Flow: $226,213
San Francisco, CA - ATM route for sale
San Francisco, CA
7 ATM Locations in the San Francisco, CA area - all high-end Hotels, one shopping mall - making $12,000/yr NET (outside of Gas and time) for sale for $20,898 Buyer must join ACFN ATM franchise...
6
$20,898
Cash Flow: $12,000
Asset SaleSan Francisco Based Home Health Care for Sale
San Francisco, CA
Professional Home Health Care Agency Asset Sale in San Francisco This is an asset sale opportunity for a state-licensed home health care agency located in San Francisco, California. The listing...
$259,000
Asset SaleReady-to-Operate Restaurant– High-Traffic Inner Sunset Location
San Francisco, CA
Excellent opportunity to own a 1,100 SF food & beverage space in a busy, desirable Inner Sunset neighborhood. The space includes a kitchen with a 11 ft hood, flexible layout, and low monthly rent of...
5
$188,888
FranchiseCollege Hunks Hauling Junk and Moving
Available in California
College HUNKS Hauling Junk & Moving® offers a world-class franchise opportunity where you can be in business for yourself, but not by yourself while making a difference in your community!
$75,000
Asset SaleReady-to-Operate Poke Restaurant/Café– Heavy Foot & Vehicle Traffic
San Francisco, CA
Turnkey Poke Restaurant: High-Traffic San Francisco Location Great opportunity to own a fully equipped, turnkey food & beverage space in a busy San Francisco neighborhood. The 1,800 SF space features...
4
$119,000
Asset SaleAffordable Nail Salon and Spa for sale in San Francisco
San Francisco, CA
Turn key Day Spa is an established and fully operational day spa located in a desirable San Francisco location. This turnkey business has a strong reputation, loyal repeat clientele, and consistent...
$60,000
Asset SalePerfect for To-Go Concept - Food Use Space Available
San Francisco, CA
Fully equipped with Type-2 Hood, ADA Restroom, standing fridges, 3-compartment sinks, and much more! Option to add Type-1 Hood and turn Gas-line on. RARE Food-Use space that was build-out in 2018 is...
$50,000
Asset SaleSF Restaurant 1500 sqft Noe Valley
San Francisco, CA
DM for viewing by appointment only. DO NOT DISTURB EMPLOYEES. No soliciting for real estate services! Church St x 30th St Rent $6900 5-year term 1500 sq ft Beer & wine license Lots of natural skylight...
$160,000
Asset SaleType 7 Manufacturing & Distribution Business For Sale
San Francisco, CA
Rare Fully Operational Cannabis Type 7 Manufacturing & Distribution Business For Sale (San Francisco, California) #1873 Available for $350,000, this is one of only a few fully operational Type 7...
Not Disclosed
Matt Sadati
Liberty Business Advisors of San Francisco Inc.
Serving San Francisco County, CA
Liberty Business Advisors of San Francisco is a multi lingual business broker firm in California.
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Asset SaleTurn-Key Restaurant + Full Liquor License - Prime Opportunity!
San Francisco, CA
Turn-Key Restaurant & Bar with Full Liquor License - San Francisco This asset sale presents a rare opportunity to acquire a fully operational restaurant and bar establishment in San Francisco's...
$299,000
Small Sushi restaurant for sale in Russian Hills of San Francisco
San Francisco, CA
$99,000
Semi-absentee run boba tea shop for sale in San Francisco Mission
San Francisco, CA
$160,000
Sushi & Japanese Restaurant-Very Low Rent-SBA Loan
San Francisco, CA
$1,200,000
California Crown Jewel: $50M+ Vertically Integrated Cannabis Leader
San Francisco, CA
$420,420
FranchisePet Evolution
Available Nationwide
$175,000
Own a Turnkey Psychotherapy Practice
San Francisco, CA
$990,000
Chinese Restaurant-Can Convert-Good Location-Low Rent
San Francisco, CA
$80,000
Restaurant with BAR in Nice Area-Can Convert
San Francisco, CA
$80,000
"SF inner sunset" turn key cafe deli with type 1 hood, available!!!
San Francisco, CA
$188,000
IAQ Consultants: IAQ Testing, Mitigation, Building Design/Operation
San Francisco, CA
$750,000
Franchise1-800 WATER DAMAGE
Available Nationwide
$100,000
Buy or Sell a Business in San Francisco
San Francisco is home to a wide variety of businesses, ranging from tech startups to small local shops. The city's strong economy and diverse population make it an attractive location for both buyers and sellers.
Market Snapshot
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Number of Businesses for Sale |
~220 |
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Median Asking Price |
$600,000 |
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Median Reported Revenue |
$920,000 |
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Median Reported Earnings |
$230,000 |
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Profit Margin |
24% |
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Earnings Multiple |
2.7 |
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Revenue Multiple |
0.7 |
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Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings. |
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If you're considering buying or selling a business in San Francisco, it's helpful to understand the local market, so we have analyzed the current business for sale listings to provide some context on the types of businesses selling, and the average financials and asking price metrics.
How many businesses are for sale in San Francisco?
There are over 200 businesses currently up for sale in the San Francisco area, covering a variety of industries. Keep in mind that some businesses may be listed 'blindly' and could require broader metro area or state-based searches to find.
What types of businesses are most commonly for sale in San Francisco?
The most common types of businesses for sale in San Francisco include:
- Food Service and Restaurants (around 100)
- Retail (around 30)
- Service Businesses (around 20)
- Online and Technology (around 10)
- And others such as Building and Construction, Health Care and Fitness, Beauty and Personal Care, each category with about 10 listings.
What is the average asking price for businesses in San Francisco?
The median asking price for businesses for sale in San Francisco is $600,000. This is just an average, and the actual asking price can vary widely depending on the specific business and its financial health.
What is the average revenue of these businesses?
The median reported revenue for businesses in San Francisco is $920,000, showcasing the thriving nature of these enterprises.
What is the average seller discretionary earnings?
In San Francisco, the median reported earnings of businesses for sale are $230,000. This figure can indicate profitability and is key in assessing a business's financial attractiveness.
What are the average valuation multiples?
The earnings multiple (asking) averages at 2.7, and the revenue multiple (asking) at 0.7. This metric is essential for appraising business value as it relates to earnings and revenue generated.
How can San Francisco business owners sell their own businesses?
Business owners in San Francisco looking to sell can engage an experienced business broker to manage the process, which improves the chances of a successful sale. Brokers are proficient in pricing, marketing, and negotiating sales. However, some owners may opt to list their business for sale independently. If choosing this route, it’s important to consider not only the financial implications but also the significant time investment needed to manage the sale process.
