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Turnkey Swim Schools in San Jose area- TWO locations

San Jose, CA

This is an opportunity to purchase 2 existing and operational, hosted swim schools located in the San Jose, CA area. This hosted (pool rental) model is part of the SafeSplash Swim School...

$811,974

$811,974

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Profitable Sushi Restaurant for Sale

Poway, CA

Profitable Sushi Restaurant for Sale in Poway, CA This well-established sushi restaurant presents an exceptional opportunity for an experienced operator seeking a turnkey business in one of San Diego...

$200,000

Cash Flow: $1,000,000

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$200,000

Cash Flow: $1,000,000

3 FedEx Linehaul Runs - Rialto, CA

Bloomington, CA

Well-established FedEx Linehaul operation based out of Rialto, CA. The business primarily operates unassigned runs, offering flexibility and strong earning potential. With FedEx’s continued growth and...

$1,095,000

Cash Flow: $291,038

$1,095,000

Cash Flow: $291,038

Established Executive Performance Training Company | High-Ticket Model

San Francisco, CA

EXECUTIVE PERFORMANCE TRAINING COMPANY - WORLDWIDE Established in 2018, this premium executive performance training business generates $750,000 in annual revenue with $420,000 in seller's...

$495,000

Cash Flow: $420,000

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$495,000

Cash Flow: $420,000

Chinese Restaurant Opportunity in San Francisco’s Richmond District

San Francisco, CA

Located in the highly sought-after Richmond District of San Francisco, this restaurant offers a prime opportunity for both new and experienced operators. Positioned in a vibrant neighborhood with...

$150,000

5

$150,000

Well established business, Turnkey business PRIME LOCATION!

Rialto, CA

One of a kind opportunity to own your dream restaurant. Prime Location on the hearth of Rialto CA (downtown). Restaurant with a drive thru, and Beer and wine license, tons and endless of opportunities...

$155,000

6

$155,000

A Passive Toy Vending Machine That Makes $54,000/Year in the U.S.?!

Ontario, CA

READY-TO-GO SITE WITH LEASE IN PLACE — QUICK LAUNCH GUARANTEED! Here’s everything you need to know about VENDTOYZ: WHAT YOU'RE GETTING $4,500+ monthly cashflow Prime locations with high foot traffic...

$30,000

Cash Flow: $54,000

3

$30,000

Cash Flow: $54,000

Profitable and Established Water and Herbs Store

Los Angeles, CA

PROFITABLE WATER AND HERBS STORE - 25 YEARS ESTABLISHED This well-established health food and nutrition business has been serving the Hollywood, California community since 1998. Located in a prime 800...

$125,000

Cash Flow: $68,000

5

$125,000

Cash Flow: $68,000

Awesome Summer Product - Ready to Grow!

Orange, CA

Business for Sale: Cocktail Flavored Gelatin Brand This unique food product business offers the world's first cocktail flavored gelatin, specially formulated to blend seamlessly with alcohol for...

$120,000

2

$120,000

B2B Marketing Print & Promo & Marketing Business

San Luis Obispo County, CA

This is a fantastic opportunity to acquire a well-established and profitable B2B service provider located in northern San Luis Obispo County. The business is widely recognized for its exceptional...

$150,000

$150,000

San Francisco Bay Area Neurology Practice for Sale

Contra Costa County, CA

The San Francisco Bay Area offers one of the most dynamic healthcare markets in the country, with a large patient population, strong insurance coverage, and consistent demand for specialty medical...

$600,000

Cash Flow: $290,000

$600,000

Cash Flow: $290,000

Profitable Roofing Contractor for Sale, Sonoma County , Santa Rosa, CA

Santa Rosa, CA

Sonoma County Roofing Contractor (Santa Rosa Area) — Established 1989. A rare opportunity to acquire a long-standing C-39 roofing contractor serving Sonoma County / Santa Rosa & nearby areas....

$894,000

Cash Flow: $433,254

$894,000

Cash Flow: $433,254

Thriving Mexican Restaurant for Sale in Prime Modesto Shopping Center

Modesto, CA

Location: Modesto, CA 95356 Size: 1,600 sq. ft. | Seating Capacity: 32 Monthly Rent: $4442 (below market average) Lease: 5 years remaining Price: $250,000 Highlights: * Located in a busy shopping...

$245,000

Cash Flow: $120,000

$245,000

Cash Flow: $120,000

Exclusive U.S. Distribution Rights for Viral Beauty Brand

Los Angeles County, CA

This is a rare opportunity to acquire the exclusive U.S. distribution rights to a globally successful personal care brand with strong international validation and significant untapped upside in the...

$60,000

$60,000

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JohnHart Commercial

Serving Los Angeles County, CA

JohnHart has established a reputation for excellence in customer service, innovative technology, and comprehensive market insights. Mission: Our mission is to empower our clients to achieve their financial goals by offering tailored investment strategies and unparalleled support. We believe in building long-term relationships based on trust, transparency, and mutual success. Wealth Management: Personalized investment strategies and portfolio management services designed to grow and protect wealth. Research and Insights: In-depth market analysis and research reports that equip our clients with the information they need to make informed decisions. Educational Resources: A commitment to client education through workshops, webinars, and one-on-one consultations. Technology: Our cutting-edge trading platform combines user-friendly design with powerful analytical tools, ensuring that our clients have access to the resources they need to navigate today’s complex financial markets. We continuously invest in technology to enhance user experience and improve transaction efficiency. Community Engagement: We believe in giving back to the community. Through various philanthropic initiatives and partnerships, we support local organizations and strive to make a positive impact on society.

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Established Sign Business In An Amazing Area For Sale

Alameda County, CA

Sign fabrication, sales and installation. Given the rapid expansion of the East Bay area, I was looking to be involved in a business that would be able to capitalize on the extensive growth. With new...

$274,000

Cash Flow: $20,000

$274,000

Cash Flow: $20,000

Profitable Promotional Products Business

Riverside County, CA

Established in 2003, this profitable promotional products and marketing services business presents an outstanding opportunity for an entrepreneur seeking a turnkey operation with proven success....

$149,000

Cash Flow: $60,000

2

$149,000

Cash Flow: $60,000

Coastal SoCal - Scaled, Multi-Territory In-Home Care Franchise

San Diego County, CA

This opportunity represents the acquisition of a well-established, multi-territory in-home care franchise operating in a highly desirable Southern California coastal market. Founded in the mid-2010s,...

$7,400,000

Cash Flow: $1,720,000

$7,400,000

Cash Flow: $1,720,000

25-Year LA Auto Repair Shop Honda/Toyota– Strong Cash Flow – 3 Lifts

Walnut, CA

For over two decades, this Honda and Toyota specialist has been the trusted automotive partner for countless families across Los Angeles County. Founded in 2000 with a simple yet powerful vision - to...

$258,000

Cash Flow: $150,000

$258,000

Cash Flow: $150,000

Established Charcuterie and Catering Business

Kern County, CA

This business specializes in handcrafted charcuterie boards and grazing boxes that turn every occasion into a delicious experience. Each arrangement features premium meats, artisanal cheeses, fresh...

$55,000

$55,000

Premium Catering & Grazing Board Business

Orange County, CA

Located in a bustling commercial plaza, this gourmet charcuterie business has established itself as a go-to provider in South Orange County. Since its founding in 2023, it has gained strong Google...

$170,000

$170,000

Established Gourmet Charcuterie Business – Orange County Location

Orange County, CA

Located in the heart of Orange County, this established gourmet food business is positioned to serve some of the region’s most desirable communities. Known for beautifully crafted boards, upscale...

$200,000

$200,000

76Gas Station with Circle K,CarWash & Rental Income- Prime Oppertunity

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

San Bernardino, CA

76 Gas Station with Circle K, Car Wash & Rental Income – Turnkey 2023 Facility This modern, newly built 2023 76 Gas Station features 6 dispensers, 12 fueling positions, and 4 underground tanks,...

$14,899,999

$14,899,999

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

High demand recession proof business. Serving all of California

Beverly Hills, CA

Low over head , high profit mold and air quality assessment business. Easiest money I ever made . I love this high demand Turn key business.Great income with low overhead. Pays for itself in one year...

$50,000

Cash Flow: $150,000

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$50,000

Cash Flow: $150,000

Established Window Tinting & Treatment Business with Strong Reputation

San Diego County, CA

A leading window tinting provider in San Diego, this business has been delivering top-tier residential, commercial, and automotive film solutions since 1997. Known for its professionalism and...

$979,723

Cash Flow: $387,385

$979,723

Cash Flow: $387,385

Highly profitable and well-established vehicle wrap and graphics busin

Lake County, CA

Highly profitable and well-established vehicle wrap and graphics business in Northern California offering a rare chance to step into a thriving, turnkey operation with a strong reputation and repeat...

$200,000

Cash Flow: $200,000

$200,000

Cash Flow: $200,000

Premium Hotel & Resort Linen Distribution Company - High Margins

San Diego County, CA

This profitable textile manufacturing enterprise caters exclusively to the hotel and lodging sector, providing a comprehensive range of high-quality linens, drapery, bathroom essentials, and specialty...

$1,155,000

Cash Flow: $350,000

$1,155,000

Cash Flow: $350,000

Premier Superfood Juice, Smoothie & Bowls – Affluent Coastal Market

Encinitas, CA

This is a rare opportunity to acquire and operate a premium juice, smoothie, and superfood bowl business in Encinitas—one of the most affluent, health-conscious coastal markets in the country. The...

$465,000

3

$465,000

Event Rentals - Draft Trailers/Mobile Bars

Marysville, CA

The largest selection of mobile beer & beverage draft units, refrigeration, and mobile bars in the area. We offer the largest selection of mobile beverage draft units and maintain top-of-the-line...

$450,000

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$450,000

High-Margin Private Investigations Firm, Remote (Unbroker Exclusive)

Los Angeles County, CA

HIGHLIGHTS Established 20+ Years $230,600 Gross Sales (2024) $140,324 SDE (2024) Home-Based, Low Overhead No Employees, Scalable Contractor Model Ideal for Legal or Investigative Backgrounds...

$250,000

Cash Flow: $140,324

$250,000

Cash Flow: $140,324

Established Custom Cabinet Manufacturer – $5.4M Revenue, 40+ Years

Moorpark, CA

Rare opportunity to acquire a long-standing, highly regarded custom cabinet manufacturer with over four decades of brand equity and deep roots in Ventura County. This is a true legacy business known...

$1,650,000

Cash Flow: $639,746

$1,650,000

Cash Flow: $639,746

Iconic Lotus Automotive Parts Supplier – $2.3M+ Retail Inventory –

San Andreas, CA

The premier company in aftermarket Lotus parts, founded nearly 50 years ago by one of the most respected racing engineers, is one of the most trusted names in the global Lotus performance and...

$500,000

$500,000

Growing Turnkey Suburban Barre Studio - Nat'l Franchise

San Joaquin County, CA

Imagine owning a thriving, nationally-recognized barre studio franchise in a booming suburb in California's Central Valley. This growing business, now in its 5th year, offers a unique opportunity for...

$340,000

$340,000

Turnkey East Bay Area Bakery Cafe with Strong Wedding Cake Business

Alameda County, CA

A thriving, turnkey bakery in a high-traffic East Bay Area shopping center, generating over $1M in annual revenue. The 1,182 sq ft space features a beautifully designed interior with both indoor and...

$299,000

$299,000

Long Standing and Established Mexican Restaurant in Ukiah

Mendocino County, CA

This is a well-established Mexican restaurant located in Ukiah, California, operating in a high-visibility shopping plaza with strong local traffic. The restaurant is known for its authentic Mexican...

$147,050

Cash Flow: $4,170

$147,050

Cash Flow: $4,170

Upscale Established Salon with Loyal Clientele and Employees

Marin County, CA

This is an established, upscale salon located in a highly desirable Bay Area market, known for its strong brand presence, loyal clientele, and premium service offerings. The business is fully...

$899,999

$899,999

Long Standing Motorcycle and Bicycle Service Shop.

Santa Cruz, CA

Long standing motorcycle and bicycle service shop. Consistent clientele with minimal competition located nearby....

$599,999

Cash Flow: $174,785

$599,999

Cash Flow: $174,785

Newly Built-out Boutique Wine & Cheese Specialty Store

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

$200,000

Cash Flow: $75,000

Salon & Spa

Sunnyvale, CA

Established and trusted, community-rooted hair & beauty salon with a loyal client base built on consistency, craftsmanship, and care. Their seasoned stylists blend classic technique with modern trends...

$125,000

Cash Flow: $50,000

$125,000

Cash Flow: $50,000

Established Sign Franchise in Growing Central Valley Market

San Joaquin County, CA

This 4-year-old sign business is a fully operational, turnkey opportunity with a prime location in a busy retail plaza next to major national brands. The business includes a highly skilled team of...

$240,000

$240,000

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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

$250,000

Profitable Glass Business Ready for Your Vision

San Mateo County, CA

Step into a rare opportunity: a trusted glass business that's been the go-to name since 1976 for residential and commercial window replacements, custom glass, and repairs. What You're Getting: •...

$220,000

Cash Flow: $79,355

$220,000

Cash Flow: $79,355

Award-Winning & Profitable Auto Repair & Smog Shop – Riverside County

SBA LOAN ELIGIBLE

Riverside County, CA

# 40+ Year Award-Winning Auto Repair & Smog Shop – Corona, CA Rare opportunity to acquire a highly respected and profitable auto repair and smog shop that has been serving the Corona community for...

$1,150,000

Cash Flow: $370,348

$1,150,000

Cash Flow: $370,348

SBA LOAN ELIGIBLE

Yoga Wellness Center

Santa Cruz County, CA

This is a well-known, well attended yoga wellness center that is the 'talk of the town', reaching beyond Santa Cruz County, with a broad range of weekly classes, and recognized for unique offerings...

$180,000

Cash Flow: $64,241

$180,000

Cash Flow: $64,241

20M Growing Lab, Full Service Lab with Major Insurance’s Contracts and

California

Manhattan Biz is presenting a big, old, real full menu laboratory: all tests, all specialties, contracted with major insurances. Adding accounts and growing business daily. Tests nicely spread across...

$29,000,000

Cash Flow: $6,000,000

2

$29,000,000

Cash Flow: $6,000,000

Prime Irvine Restaurant Opportunity | High-Volume ($3M Annual Sales)

Irvine, CA

*May not qualify for an SBA loan, as the business has been operating for less than two years. *Seller is not open to doing any seller financing. *Anyone who contacts the store directly or approaches...

$790,000

18

$790,000

Turnkey Charcuterie Business

Tulare County, CA

This is a rare opportunity to acquire an established, turnkey specialty food and charcuterie franchise operating in Tulare County, California. The business focuses on elevated presentation and...

$148,000

$148,000

Profitable MedSPA for Sale

Los Angeles, CA

Upscale Day Spa and Med Spa performing Laser Hair Removal Botox®,Juvderm® Family of Fillers Skin Tightening PRP Treatment Microneedling Leg Vein Treatments Kybella® Chin Treatment Hydrafacial® Peels &...

$655,000

Cash Flow: $80,000

$655,000

Cash Flow: $80,000

Turnkey Education Franchise | Semi-Absentee | Scale Ready | Millbrae

Millbrae, CA

An established, fully operational math enrichment center is available for acquisition in Millbrae, CA, operating under the S.A.M Singapore Math franchise, one of the most recognized math enrichment...

$159,000

$159,000

Profitable Bay Area Real Estate Media & Lead Gen Company $343K Revenue

Millbrae, CA

Here you go: Focus Media is a profitable, fully operational real estate media and digital marketing company in the San Francisco Bay Area, one of the highest-value real estate markets in the world,...

$228,000

Cash Flow: $155,884

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$228,000

Cash Flow: $155,884

$1500+ Take Home Week 1! Established Pet Service Franchise

Concord, CA

Instead of starting from scratch, you step into an existing pet waste scooping business that already has paying customers, active routes, and money coming in from day one. There are no startup costs,...

Not Disclosed

Cash Flow: $79,932

Not Disclosed

Cash Flow: $79,932

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

Number of Businesses for Sale  

  ~5,500

Median Asking Price  

  $360,000

Median Reported Revenue  

  $630,000

Median Reported Earnings  

  $150,000

Profit Margin  

  23%

Earnings Multiple  

  2.5

Revenue Multiple  

  0.6

Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings.

Major Metro Areas

More than 80% of all businesses for sale in the state are in the following six metro areas:

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.

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.