San Diego, CA
Sea Monkey Adventures LLC is a fully operational and well reviewed sailing charter company based in beautiful San Diego Bay. The business offers private sailing excursions aboard a 2002 Hunter 356 and...
$135,000
Businesses For Sale in California
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Profitable San Diego Sailing Charter
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Day Spa and Skin Care
Santa Cruz County, CA
Thriving Santa Cruz Spa – Loyal Clientele, Booked Solid, Turnkey Ready Operating in Santa Cruz since 2011, this well-established day spa has earned a radiant reputation—and it shows. With a large,...
$190,000
Cash Flow: $96,864
Burbank Outpatient Surgical Center
Burbank, CA
This fully operational, multi-specialty AAAASF-accredited outpatient surgical facility is Medicare-approved and location in Burbank, next door to St. Joseph Hospital. The turnkey opportunity includes...
$699,000
Cash Flow: $3,000,000
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Profitable HVAC business in the Bay Area
Santa Clara County, CA
Profitable, home-based HVAC and appliance repair company leverages skilled independent contractors for installations, seasonal maintenance, and complex fixes. Strong demand for climate-control...
$250,000
Cash Flow: $156,809
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Value-Add Mixed-Use with Flexible Zoning
Auburn, CA
Online auction: October 13-15, 2025
- Just half a mile from the 80 Freeway
- Open Space | Private Offices | Retail Suite
$250,000 starting bid
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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
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Jazz Hotel Palm Springs
Palm Springs, CA
For sale in the stunning Palm Springs, nestled in the vibrant uptown design district, is a beautifully renovated boutique hotel. This charming establishment features 12 exquisite guest rooms, each...
$5,200,000
Iconic 76-Year Western Wear Business & Prime Real Estate
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
California
This profitable and long-established Western wear retailer has been serving loyal customers for decades, offering authentic apparel, boots, hats, and accessories. With repeat business, community...
$3,800,000
Cash Flow: $310,120
Profit Making Franchisee Sale Pending
San Clemente, CA
Philly's Best brings the authentic taste of Philadelphian cheesesteaks to Southern California, and this San Clemente location is no exception. Situated in a prime 1,350 sq. ft. location, this...
$449,000
Cash Flow: $256,776
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Turnkey Salon & Retail Business – Established, Inventory-Rich, Priced
Chico, CA
PRICE REDUCED: Motivated sale due to relocation. Now just $149,000, which is $30,000 below wholesale inventory value. Includes free furniture, fixtures, and displays valued at over $20,000 — a true...
$149,730
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FranchiseBlueFrog Plumbing & Drain
Available in California
Invest in Bluefrog Plumbing + Drain: Your Gateway to Profitable and Resilient Business Ownership.
$100,000
Great Hemet Commercial Pool Route
Hemet, CA
Here’s your chance to own a pool in Hemet! It consists of only 2 commercial accounts generating $6,650 per month and more from repairs and filter cleans. This is an owner-operated route. What is a...
$79,800
Cash Flow: $43,668
Established & Profitable AUTO BODY SHOP in VAN NUYS
Van Nuys, CA
This is an OPPORTUNITY that you don't want to miss out on. The BODY SHOP is..... TURNKEY and Fully Equipped....Including a PERMITTED SPRAY BOOTH. Highly respected in the COMMUNITY. Known for QUALITY...
$475,000
Cash Flow: $194,500
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The Only Cannoli
Oceanside, CA
We have grown this venture into a highly profitable operation, surpassing $1 million in total sales and securing a six-figure profit in 2022, 2023 & 2024 We’ve established exclusive vendor contracts...
$470,000
Cash Flow: $250,000
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Kawaii Klaws
Ventura, CA
Kawaii Klaws - Profitable Turnkey Claw Machine Business This established franchise opportunity represents the #1 claw machine concept in the USA with over 10 locations nationwide. Operating since...
$600,000
9
13-Year Online Tattoo Supply Business | Amazon, Walmart, Temu & DTC
Los Angeles County, CA
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a 13 year established online tattoo supply (Tattoo Kit, Tattoo Ink, Tattoo Machines, Tattoo Accessories etc.) business with consistent Amazon sales across the...
$180,000
Raymond P. Dowd
PNW Business Brokers, LLC
Serving Riverside County, CA
PNW Business Brokers, LLC is a partnership of experienced individuals with uniquely different backgrounds sharing their collective knowledge for the benefit of their clients. PNW is the only partner owned business brokerage in the Western US specializing in business exit sales exclusively in Oregon. Each partner / associate partner brings multiple decades of business experience, and everyone shares their extensive personal networks for the benefit of every client. Every partner is engaged with every client from business development, pre-sale planning, business valuation, marketing strategy development, buyer engagement, SBA lender, lawyer and CPA referrals, and transaction management through escrow closing. A Twenty-Six 5 star Google rating, 30 Sold businesses in Oregon with brokers in Eugene, Bend and Lake Oswego allows us to engage with, then market businesses from Portland to Grants Pass and from Florence to Bend. For greater wingspan, PNW also owns The Osprey M&A network which is exclusively focused on expanding exposure for business owners in Oregon, Washington, Idaho, Colorado, Nevada and British Columbia. The participants are all top of their game professionals with extensive backgrounds each with their own state territory, each contributing equally to marketing and each capable of bringing buyers to any network listing.
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Former Bober Tea & Coffee, Mochi Dough, MOMO Egg Drop in Sunnyvale, CA
Sunnyvale, CA
This beautifully appointed restaurant and cafe space offers an exceptional opportunity for entrepreneurs seeking a turnkey food service location in one of Silicon Valley's most desirable markets. The...
$190,000
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Pizza Franchise - Beer & Wine - 100% Employee Run - Seller Financing
Riverside, CA
Great opportunity to own an attractive, absentee owned, well known pizza franchise with beer & wine(ABC-Type 41) license in Riverside. Please note, that this attractive business with ample seating...
$250,000
Cash Flow: $123,284
4 Open Locations in L.A.- Skin Care Franchises with $6.6M in Revenue
Los Angeles, CA
This is an opportunity to acquire four fully-staffed, open and operating, Franchisor-owned locations in the LA area. We established our first of these four locations in 2018. We are the modern “facial...
$4,500,000
Franchised Juice Bar - 100% Employee Run - Beach/Coastal Community
Los Angeles County, CA
Great opportunity to acquire a well-established, 100% absentee owned and 100% employee operated, turn key, franchised juice bar in a very desirable and upscale Beach/Coastal community of Los Angeles...
$325,000
Cash Flow: $134,963
Red-Hot AFTER-HOURS Adult Nightclub in North Hollywood!
Los Angeles County, CA
RED-HOT FULLY NUDE ADULT NIGHTCLUB FOR SALE – PRIME NORTH HOLLYWOOD LOCATION Confidential Opportunity to Own One of the Most Exclusive Gentlemen’s Clubs in Los Angeles Step into the lucrative world of...
$2,999,999
Cash Flow: $1,000,000
FranchiseAssisted Living Locators
Available in California
Empower Lives with Assisted Living Locators. Thriving Home-Based Referral and Placement Franchise. Discover Lucrative Opportunities for Business Success Today!
$50,000
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
Easy-Run Coin & Collectibles Store, Fully Remote
Orange County, CA
HIGHLIGHTS Unbroker FairVal™: $238,340 Established: 25+ Years Gross Sales (2023): $1,029,713 SDE: $88,155 Inventory (Not Included in Price): $350,000 Equipment Included: $1,649 Home-Based &...
$172,300
Cash Flow: $88,155
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Allergy, Asthma and Immunology
Thousand Oaks, CA
medical practice with over 30 years of operation. Now the physician is preparing for retirement. The practice is highly respected and is currently maintaining a waiting list. A comprehensive...
$400,000
Cash Flow: $300,000
Profitable Print, Promotional & Marketing Business for Sale
San Diego County, CA
This is an established B2B service provider located in San Diego County. Opened in 2008, the location has built an excellent reputation for quality and service. This business has multiple revenue...
$140,000
Electric Bike Touring Luxury E BIKES Rentals at Hotels & Resorts
Newport Beach, CA
Huge Tourism-Related Businesses; Our State of the art Technology for e-bike rentals is available now, our expansion has begun! We started with 7 Locations with Marriot Brand hotels in Utah, Zion...
$25,000
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Design Forward Profitable Wholesale Brand/$519K 24' Rev/173K+ SDE
Los Angeles, CA
Founded in 2019, this U.S.-based women’s fashion brand embodies a trend-forward, contemporary aesthetic with inclusive sizing from S to 3X, catering primarily to boutique retailers. Renowned for its...
$190,000
Cash Flow: $173,000
California Staging Co. - Transform Your Space, Maximize Your Value
Oakland, CA
Large Price Adjustment- California Staging Co. is your premier partner in residential real estate staging and design, serving homeowners, real estate agents, and property investors throughout...
$40,000
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Real Estate(Land & Building) - Discount and Liquidation Business
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Riverside County, CA
Great opportunity to own an short hours, major busy street location, high visibility, Discount and Liquidation business with Real Estate(Land & Building). Location on a major busy street, ensures a...
$900,000
Cash Flow: $174,000
A Passive Toy Vending Machine That Makes $54,000/Year in the U.S.?!
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
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Established and Profitable Catering Business – Sonoma County
Sonoma County, CA
Well-established and chef-owned, this full-service catering and events company is a beloved fixture in the wine country hospitality scene. Centrally located and based in Sonoma County, the business...
$350,000
Cash Flow: $147,588
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FranchiseGrasons Estate Sales & Business Liquidations
Available Nationwide
Unleash your entrepreneurial spirit with Grasons Estate Sales & Business Liquidations, the #1 home-based estate sales & business liquidations franchise! Tap into a proven and trusted brand that has redefined excellence in this market.
$50,000
Established Restaurant in Historic Julian, CA
Julian, CA
Nestled in the heart of Julian’s scenic backcountry, this well-appointed business offering presents a rare opportunity to acquire a fully equipped restaurant space with strong infrastructure and...
$199,000
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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
A Passive Toy Vending Machine That Makes $54,000/Year in the U.S.?!
Torrance, 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
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Super High Demand Men Shoes Semi-Automated Ecommerce Business
Los Angeles County, CA
Selling a lean online business from our portfolio of 21 online businesses. We have many many years building businesses with a long track record of success across a multitude of digital ventures. This...
$45,000
Cash Flow: $37,000
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profitable long established Bakery and coffee shop in an affluent area
Los Angeles County, CA
Long Established Bakery for Sale – Turnkey Business with Catering & Wedding Cakes! Profitable, fully-equipped bakery in a prime location, known for its bread, gourmet pastries, and custom wedding...
$350,000
FranchiseBlue Coast Savings Consultants
Available in California
There is NO better business model that is designed to excel in inflation, recession, and uncertain times. We help you create the ultimate MONTHLY cash flow for years by helping companies save money when they need it. Buy a SMARTER business model, especially NOW.
$23,900
7 Office Staffing System in California
Ontario, CA
1,200+ Staff on assignment with 100+ Loyal Clients Established industrial staffing platform serving Southern California with exceptional growth trajectory and operational excellence. This asset sale...
$8,500,000
Cash Flow: $7,000,000
Collectible Toy Vending - A Passive Income Machine! $4.5K+ Per Month
Santa Clara, CA
BUSINESS AT A GLANCE MONTHLY CASH FLOW: $4,500+ - HIGH PROFIT MARGINS - LOCATIONS: Prime spots with high foot traffic - SUPPORT & TRAINING: Provided for a smooth transition ABOUT THE BUSINESS Want a...
$30,000
Cash Flow: $54,000
Collectible Toy Vending - A Passive Income Machine! $4.5K+ Per Month
Long Beach, CA
BUSINESS AT A GLANCE MONTHLY CASH FLOW: $4,500+ - HIGH PROFIT MARGINS - LOCATIONS: Prime spots with high foot traffic - SUPPORT & TRAINING: Provided for a smooth transition ABOUT THE BUSINESS Want a...
$30,000
Cash Flow: $54,000
Collectible Toy Vending - A Passive Income Machine! $4.5K+ Per Month
Los Angeles, CA
BUSINESS AT A GLANCE MONTHLY CASH FLOW: $4,500+ - HIGH PROFIT MARGINS - LOCATIONS: Prime spots with high foot traffic - SUPPORT & TRAINING: Provided for a smooth transition ABOUT THE BUSINESS Want a...
$30,000
Cash Flow: $54,000
Profitable Hands-Free Vending Biz: $1500-$3000pm NET Passive Income
San Bernardino County, CA
BUSINESS AT A GLANCE ? Monthly Cash Flow: 500% mark up, $4,000+ p/m revenue* ? Premium Locations: Data backed, high foot traffic locations in premium retail spaces ? Fully Managed & Automated: Minimal...
$30,000
Cash Flow: $54,000
Gregg Tobin
Gateway Business Sales
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
Gateway Business Sales (GBS) team of professionals and advisors have over 75 years combined experience in Mergers & Acquisitions and have successfully closed 600 + transactions in a wide range of industries. GBS has secure affiliations with investment banking firms and business advisory groups, which broadens our offerings to include mergers, acquisitions, and related consulting services for privately held companies. GBS has intermediaries that serve businesses with an enterprise value from $1 million to $20 million and have advisors and team members with experience and a track record of selling companies valued above $20 million. Our performance and results show this is more than rhetoric, as 75% of our engagements come from referrals from satisfied clients, CPA’s, Attorney’s, Financial Advisors, and Investment Bankers. GBS will develop a customized sales and marketing strategy to drive optimal results. While each client and business may be unique, we utilize our resources and experience to create demand for your business.
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Profitable Hands-Free Vending Biz: $1500-$3000pm NET Passive Income
San Diego County, CA
BUSINESS AT A GLANCE ? Monthly Cash Flow: 500% mark up, $4,000+ p/m revenue* ? Premium Locations: Data backed, high foot traffic locations in premium retail spaces ? Fully Managed & Automated: Minimal...
$30,000
Cash Flow: $54,000
Big Bear Auto Repair
Big Bear Lake, CA
Big Bear Auto Repair - Established NAPA Certified Auto Center This well-established automotive repair business has served Big Bear Lake, California for 39 years, making it the oldest and most...
$350,000
Cash Flow: $125,000
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Mexican Restaurants with Real Estate - Two Units - High Gross High Net
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Orange County, CA
Rare opportunity to own two(2) High Gross, High Net, Mexican Restaurants with Real Estate(Land & Building) centrally located in County of Orange. Please note, that these businesses with ample seating...
$10,000,000
Cash Flow: $1,323,473
Bakersfield Pizza Nets $143,000 yr. SBA $60,000 Down Rent $1,368/month
Bakersfield, CA
Established 2004. Shows well clean throughout. Present owner lives 7 hours away. Present manager has been with the store for about 3 years being paid $34,220 yr. Manager left several months ago... The...
$355,000
Cash Flow: $143,000
Highly profitable laundromat portfolio
San Jose, CA
? Business For Sale Two Thriving Laundromats — Prime San Jose Locations — Strong Cash Flow ? Price: $2,400,000 total ($1.2M each) Location: San Jose, California Business Type: Coin Laundry ?...
$2,400,000
FranchiseConserva Irrigation
Available in California
The Grass is Greener on Our Side
$50,000
[$500K Price Reduction!] Established Auto Repair Shop with Real Estate
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Signal Hill, CA
** Perfect for 1031 Exchange Buyers** Motivated retiring sellers after 27 years in business (building has been an established mechanic shop since 1978) are selling their business and real estate...
$2,800,000
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Mexican Restaurant & Bar – High Gross – High Net – 100% Employee Run
Los Angeles County, CA
Great Opportunity for an High Gross, High Net, 100% Employee Run, Mexican Restaurant with Full Bar Acquisition. Business is located on a busy street surrounded by a host of businesses and residential...
$900,000
Cash Flow: $360,823
Home health agency for sale
Glendale, CA
Established Medicare-certified Home Health Agency located in Glendale, California, fully licensed by the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) and accredited by the Joint Commission. The...
$220,000
High-Margin Beverage Brand National Retail Presence, $10 MM+ potential
San Bernardino County, CA
Quick Highlights: • High-Margin, Scalable Model – Lean operations, outsourced production. • Made-in-U.S.A. – Premium positioning and compliance advantage. • Proprietary Formulas – Developed over many...
$1,500,000
Cash Flow: $305,000
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US-Based Remote Amazon Agency w/ Recurring Rev & Solid Leadership Team
Poway, CA
Unlock Amazon Scale with a Proven, Recurring-Revenue Agency Built for Strategic Acquisition This is a rare opportunity to acquire a profitable, systematized Amazon growth agency with embedded...
Cash Flow: $585,945
FranchiseSir Grout
Available in California
Achieve your dreams with our award-winning, proven business model and the freedom of a home-based office, empowering you to reach beyond your entrepreneurial goals.
$70,000
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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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
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Number of Businesses for Sale |
~5,500 |
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Median Asking Price |
$360,000 |
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Median Reported Revenue |
$630,000 |
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Median Reported Earnings |
$150,000 |
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Profit Margin |
23% |
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Earnings Multiple |
2.5 |
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Revenue Multiple |
0.6 |
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Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings. |
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Major Metro Areas
More than 80% of all businesses for sale in the state are in the following six metro areas:
- Fresno Metro Area
- Greater Los Angeles Area
- Modesto-Merced Area
- Sacramento Area
- San Francisco Bay Area
- Visalia-Hanford Area
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.
- Food and Restaurants (approx. 1740)
- Retail (approx. 730)
- Service Businesses (approx. 570)
- Health Care and Fitness (approx. 440)
- Automotive and Boat (approx. 350)
- Manufacturing to Beauty and Personal Care, among others.
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.
