San Diego, CA
Here is the downtown Mexican food location you have been looking for. Turnkey location, keep or change the name, it’s up to you! If you love the location for a different concept-bring it in! Either...
Businesses For Sale in California
Local Info
Downtown SD Mexican food or bring your concept
5
$137,000
Tony's Barbecue & Bibingkinitan Restaurant
Anaheim, CA
Great opportunity to own a Barbecue Restaurant at a great location in Anaheim, CA (Harbor Blvd and 91 Freeway). *** with its most recent and Current Surge in Sales and Social Media Following. This...
6
$225,000
Very Porifitable and Established Smoke Shop for Sale
Long Beach, CA
Established Smoke Shop - Long Beach, Alameda County This well-established retail smoke shop represents a compelling acquisition opportunity in the Long Beach market. The business has demonstrated...
$189,900
Cash Flow: $84,000
Turnkey Business Opportunity – Ventura County Area – $129,000
Thousand Oaks, CA
Established Subway franchise in the 91320 area for sale by owner. Priced to sell at **$129,000**. **Highlights:** * Over **$70,000 remodel completed** * **No remodel required** * **Low rent** *...
$129,000
Cash Flow: $63,000
Turnkey Discount / Liquidation Store – Lease Takeover – Low Entry Cost
Riverside County, CA
Established discount / liquidation retail store available for lease takeover in a busy commercial area. This is a great opportunity for an owner-operator or experienced retailer looking for a low-cost...
$25,000
Turnkey Ice Cream & Shaved Ice Shop – Fully Equipped
Thousand Oaks, CA
The business is a turnkey dessert shop located in a prime shopping center in Thousand Oaks, California. The business offers ice cream, shaved ice, and a variety of dessert beverages, catering to a...
$99,000
Plastic Surgery & Aesthetic Practice – Profitable, Cash-Pay, excellent
Beverly Hills, CA
A board-certified plastic surgery practice in 1998 and established a solo practice in 2000 at the same location. The practice is organized as an “S” corporation. Approximately 80% of his surgeries are...
$950,000
Cash Flow: $575,000
Boba Tea, Smoothies & Café for Sale
Simi Valley, CA
Address: Simi Valley, CA 93063 Asking Price: $120,000 Rent: $3,600/month Employees: 6 (Fully Staffed) Size: 1000sf Excellent opportunity for people with passion. Turnkey Boba Tea & Café in Simi Valley...
$120,000
Profitable Physical Therapy & Acupuncture Clinic
Los Angeles County, CA
Rare opportunity to acquire a well-established, profitable physical therapy and acupuncture clinic in the heart of the South Bay, Los Angeles. Sunshine Rehabilitation Center has been owned and...
$195,000
Cash Flow: $161,190
FedEx Ground Routes | $1.74M Rev | 15 Trucks | Growth Upside
Sacramento County, CA
Established FedEx Ground contractor business serving Sacramento zip codes. The operation delivers consistent daily volume with strong route density and a stable team in place. This is a proven,...
$1,500,000
FranchiseUptown Cheapskate
Available Nationwide
Discover a proven, fast-growing resale franchise that transforms sustainable fashion into a lucrative business opportunity, backed by unparalleled training, innovative technology, and a supportive community.
$100,000
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
Medical Spa Turnkey- High volume area!
Sacramento, CA
This beautifully maintained 2,300 sq. ft. medical spa features eight fully equipped procedure rooms, two restrooms, and a dedicated laundry room. Located in a high-traffic shopping center next to...
4
$450,000
Cash Flow: $404,000
Profitable Wholesale Fashion Accessories & Cosmetics Store
$2,600,000
Los Angeles, CA
Turnkey Hookah Lounge for Sale **License Only**
Fresno, CA
Turnkey Hookah Lounge for Sale - Prime Fresno Location Established hookah lounge operating in a prime Fresno, California location presents an exceptional opportunity for new ownership. This turnkey...
6
$70,000
Established Iconic Jake's Restaurant with High Visibility now For Sale
Palm Springs, CA
A cornerstone of hospitality in Palm Springs, Jake's figures prominently in the restaurant landscape of Palm Springs, located in a highly desirable part of Palm Canyon Drive in a thriving Uptown...
6
$1,200,000
Scott Reid
Parasell Inc
Serving Orange County, CA
ParaSell, Inc. is a national real estate services and consulting firm that specializes in commercial leasing and investment sales. We work with principals across the nation and have a proven process, proprietary time-saving technology, dedicated support staff and a relentless commitment to customer service.
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Upscale Salon for Sale – Great Stylist-Owner Opportunity
Mountain View, CA
Established Hair Salon - Prime Mountain View Location This well-established salon offers an exceptional opportunity for a licensed stylist-owner in Mountain View’s upscale market. In continuous...
6
$45,999
Established E-Commerce Profitable Business: Amazon and website.
Los Angeles County, CA
Turnkey E-Commerce Business Selling Commercial Kitchen Appliances This 2-year-old e-commerce business has quickly become a trusted supplier of commercial kitchen equipment across the U.S., serving...
6
$55,000
Cash Flow: $27,800
Alteration business without cleaning service
Huntington Beach, CA
Established alteration business located in a prime corner shopping center in Huntington Beach, CA. This turnkey operation specializes exclusively in alteration services without dry cleaning, making it...
$53,000
3- Truck Amazon & OTR Established lanes
San Bernardino County, CA
***We also are selling a 2 truck Company*** Asking Price: $279,000 Cash Flow (SDE): $178,000 ******************** **CONTACT** To get more information and to schedule a call, please copy and paste the...
3
$369,000
Cash Flow: $228,000
Built Business with Reviews, Ready for Right Owner
San Marcos, CA
This is for someone who wants to step into a working business and grow it. The foundation is here. The effort hasn’t been. That’s the opportunity. This home-based service business covers 21 zip codes...
5
$109,000
Cash Flow: $52,772
FranchiseWoof Gang Bakery & Grooming
Available in California
Average store sales are $665K/year with low investment gives you among the best returns in franchising. With over 200 stores, we are the leading grooming and retail concept in America.
$75,000
Top In-Home Senior Care, Appraised Price, Lender/SBA Ready*
Concord, CA
HIGHLY SOUGHT AFTER Senior Care business (Resale). This non-medical in-home senior care FRANCHISE (similar to franchises like Visiting Angles or Home Instead) has three (3) seriously important...
$442,000
Cash Flow: $152,259
Laguna Niguel Pool Service Route for Sale
Orange County, CA
Rare ideal, tight, small starter route with dialed in pools. All residential pools with excellent billing records and invoices emailed. Customers are used to filters being done every 6 months and a...
$29,400
Cash Flow: $31,500
Well-Established Commercial HVACR Repair, Maintenance & Installation
$3,600,000
Riverside County, CA
Turnkey profitable route, weekly orders, selling healthy snacks/drinks
Alameda County, CA
This is a great opportunity to acquire an established route distributing healthy snacks items and bottled/can organic drinks to food service clients/offices. Ideal individual is a go getter; run's an...
$150,000
Latin Restaurant
San Francisco, CA
Imagine yourself running a beloved Latin restaurant in San Francisco's vibrant Mission District! This well-established South American cuisine restaurant has been serving the community for years,...
$265,000
Spa for sale in Sherman oaks
Los Angeles, CA
Established, fully operational spa offering high-demand wellness and beauty services with a loyal client base. Trained staff in place and strong revenue potential with immediate growth opportunities....
5
$70,000
Egyptian Resturant
San Diego, CA
Well-established Egyptian restaurant and café situated in a high-traffic corridor near a major college campus, benefiting from constant student and neighborhood foot traffic. The business offers...
$165,000
Cash Flow: $91,200
High-Traffic SFV Convenience Store & Smoke Shop
Canoga Park, CA
Well-positioned convenience store featuring tobacco and vape product sales located along a busy retail corridor in the San Fernando Valley. The business enjoys excellent street visibility, steady...
$344,000
Cash Flow: $142,000
Profitable Convenient Market Available Premium Location
Richmond, CA
$750k Yearly In Revenue + 5% Growth PROFITABLE CONVENIENCE STORE - PRIME LOCATION Established convenience store operating since 1991, strategically positioned adjacent to Richmond High School in...
6
$499,000
Cash Flow: $200,000
Car Stereo and Accessories Business
San Diego, CA
High-visibility, fully equipped and profitable car audio shop located in a busy strip mall in San Diego, specializing in car audio systems, radio installation, window tinting, alarms, speakers,...
$139,000
Cash Flow: $386,000
FranchiseCaring Transitions
Available in California
75 million seniors need home relocation, downsizing, and estate sales services. Join one of America’s fastest-growing senior service franchises.
$50,000
Lavash Bakery
Los Angeles, CA
Fully operational bakery specializing in Lavash and Sangak, equipped with a dedicated Lavash/Sangak oven, commercial mixer, air compressor, extra labels, and all necessary equipment to continue...
$235,000
Cafe with Beer and Wine
Ventura, CA
In the heart of Ventura County, California, a family's vision transformed a simple café concept into an award-winning community cornerstone that has been serving beloved breakfast and lunch favorites...
$650,000
Cash Flow: $205,348
Open and Operating for 12 Years and an Award-Winning Franchise Office
$360,000
Westlake Village, CA
Profitable Business to Business Opportunity
Sonoma County, CA
Are you looking for Life/Work balance? * Business provides the perfect lifestyle: Monday - Friday, 8:00 - 5:00 hours of operation. * Business to Business Clientele with existing customer base *...
$630,000
Cash Flow: $196,066
Restaurant Mission/Noe Valley area
San Francisco, CA
Established restaurant opportunity located in the desirable Mission/Noe Valley corridor of San Francisco. This 1,000 square foot dining establishment operates within a prime neighborhood setting,...
$140,000
FranchiseBODYBAR Pilates
Available in California
Transformative Pilates workouts meets turnkey franchise system in a booming wellness market.
$250,000
Beautiful French Bistro Restaurant for sale in Rolling Hills Estates
Rolling Hills Estates, CA
Located in the lovely Promenade on the Peninsula Mall that includes skating ring, bowling alley (coming soon), movie theater, private preschool and daycare, gym and sport club, retail stores to name a...
4
$375,000
$3.5 Million BoB Farmers Insurance Agency for Sale
Long Beach, CA
ESTABLISHED FARMERS INSURANCE AGENCY FOR SALE This well-established Farmers Insurance agency presents an exceptional opportunity for an experienced agent or entrepreneur seeking to acquire a...
$350,000
OEM Recreational Products Manufacturer – $3.1M Rev. / $633 DE
Orange County, CA
Well-established Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) of recreational products, marketed under two recognized brand names, generating $3,144,082 in annual revenue and $633,012 in Seller’s...
$2,125,000
Cash Flow: $633,012
Cutting Edge Profitable Pilates Studio with Memberships
Los Angeles, CA
Imagine owning a thriving Pilates studio in the heart of Koreatown, where your passion for wellness meets proven profitability. This isn't just another fitness business - it's your opportunity to step...
2
$400,000
Cash Flow: $115,000
Established General Contracting Company – Inland Empire, CA
San Bernardino County, CA
Established General Contracting Company – Inland Empire, CA – $7M+ Revenue Rare opportunity to acquire a well-established general contracting company serving Southern California for over 40 years....
$5,800,000
Cash Flow: $1,541,049
Jocelyn Ruiz
First Choice Business Brokers Tustin
Serving Orange County, CA
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Padel Club Portfolio for Sale – Southern California (3 Sites)
Oceanside, CA
Turnkey + Expansion Opportunity Multiple Revenue Streams (Memberships, Court Rentals, Lessons, Events) Prime Southern California Locations Rare Fully Permitted Development Project Included Explosive...
4
$1,300,000
Cash Flow: $15,000
LA County ADHC – 160 Capacity | 100+ ADA
Los Angeles County, CA
Fully licensed Adult Day Health Care (ADHC) center located in Los Angeles County (South Bay Area) with a licensed capacity of 160 participants. The program operates at a stable average daily...
$3,800,000
Open, Operating and Established Leading Pet Grooming Franchise Resale
$339,000
Vista, CA
Turnkey Cafe & Bakery for Sale High Traffic Location Established Brand
Alpine, CA
Established and well loved Alpine bakery and coffee shop now available. Crobean has built a strong reputation in the community as a go to destination for quality coffee, fresh baked goods, and a...
6
$650,000
Turnkey Sandwich Franchise Growth Potential For Owner Operator
Fresno County, CA
Absentee-owned and operated—ideal for an Owner-Operator looking to increase sales. Located in a high-traffic shopping center with strong neighboring tenants. Well-regarded regional concept with a...
$275,000
Cash Flow: $114,273
FranchiseSignal
Available in California
Signal works to provide residential, commercial, and industrial clients with security services. The company wants to help people have a physically safe environment, giving them a better chance to flourish and prosper. Signal offers security services for apartments, hotels, schools, commercial and industrial establishments. Clients can request patrol services, dedicated security officers, or event security.
$20,000
Profitable Water Store for Sale – Turnkey Business
Riverside County, CA
Well-established and profitable water store offering premium purified and alkaline water using industry-leading Brio Water Technology, featuring a reverse osmosis system and Alkaline drinking water....
$150,000
Cash Flow: $40,000
15+ Year Beauty, Skincare & Wellness E-Commerce Platform | $3M Revenue
Los Angeles County, CA
The company operates a wellness-focused e-commerce platform spanning skincare, supplements, and adjacent self-care categories across two large and growing consumer markets. The vast majority of sales...
$4,495,000
Turn-Key Auto Repair Business for Sale
San Diego County, CA
Specializing in Luxury & European Brands: Mercedes Benz, Sprinter, BMW, Volvo, and other makes/models...
$295,000
Cash Flow: $117,509
Pepperidge Farm Snack Route, Danville, CA
Danville, CA
Pepperidge Farm Snack route for sale in the Danville, California area for $779,000. Financing available with an estimated $226,000 down! Currently grossing $762,996 in sales and nets $136,523....
$779,000
Cash Flow: $136,523
Established Preschool + Real Estate | 205 Capacity | Santa Clarita, CA
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Santa Clarita, CA
Rare opportunity to acquire a long-standing, independently operated childcare center along with the underlying real estate in Santa Clarita, CA. Creative Years Infant Center & Preschool has been...
$5,375,000
Cash Flow: $250,000
Dry Cleaners
Palm Springs, CA
For sale is an established dry cleaning business located in the Greater Coachella Valley area, proudly serving the community for over 20 years. This business has built a wonderful reputation for...
$298,000
Cash Flow: $101,638
Northern California Charter School Membership Business
California
This Northern California business represents a membership-based business focused on supporting and advocating for flex-based personalized learning charter schools. The business serves over 100 member...
$1,295,000
Cash Flow: $427,380
Turnkey Flame Broiler — Remodel Complete, Sales Climbing
Los Angeles County, CA
Attractive Unit in Well-Maintained Shopping Hub Remodel completed in 2025 Sales increased in both 2024 and 2025 Established location with positive momentum Flame Broiler combines a simple, scalable...
$400,000
Cash Flow: $126,335
2 Profitable Vitamin Nutrition stores
Riverside County, CA
Own two established vitamin and nutrition stores strategically positioned in separate markets within Riverside County, delivering immediate cash flow from dual revenue streams and an established...
$299,000
Cash Flow: $150,000
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
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.
