Los Angeles County, CA
Located in the heart of Encino, this medical spa offers advanced, results-driven aesthetic treatments in a luxurious and welcoming setting. It combines the latest non-invasive technologies with...
Businesses For Sale in California
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Premier High End Medical Spa in LA County
$1,700,000
Cash Flow: $473,381
Wholesale Distributors Chemicals, Equipment, and Supplies
Sacramento County, CA
Wholesale Distributors of chemicals, supplies and equipment focused on serving the Metal Finishing Industry and others. A cornerstone in the distribution business for over 50 years, providing...
$1,500,000
Cash Flow: $445,000
OC2103 Premium Wood Restoration Services
Santa Clara County, CA
An established and highly reputable specialty services business is now available for acquisition. With over four decades of profitable operations in the San Francisco Bay Area, the company offers...
$400,000
Cash Flow: $130,000
Profitable Bakery & Event Space for Sale
Riverside County, CA
Award-Winning Bakery, Event Venue & Café Space—Turnkey & Timeless Step into 20+ years of baking brilliance with this beloved French Valley bakery, where handcrafted cakes have marked life’s most...
$250,000
Cash Flow: $85,952
Trendy San Francisco Café for Sale — Established & Popular!
San Francisco, CA
Available now is a beautifully built-out restaurant specializing in modern Korean street toasts and creative brunch fare. Located in a high-traffic San Francisco neighborhood, this concept attracts a...
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$219,999
Fully Autonomous Business for Sale – E-2 Visa Qualified.
Rancho Cordova, CA
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a fully operational, highly profitable, and owner-independent auto repair and body shop located in Rancho Cordova, CA. The business operates out of a 12,000 sq ft...
2
$650,000
Cash Flow: $250,000
Pizza Shop with Beer & Wine License
San Bernardino County, CA
This established pizza restaurant offers a rare opportunity to own a turnkey operation in a thriving Grocery Store-anchored shopping center in Upland, California. With a beer and wine license already...
$150,000
High-End Residential Pool Construction Business
Ventura County, CA
Buyer Requirement: Buyer must hold a valid C-53 Swimming Pool Contractor license in California or qualify for one. Profitable Ventura County Pool Construction Business – Luxury Residential Projects...
$1,200,000
Cash Flow: $362,047
Busy Pet Feed/Grooming Business
Yucaipa, CA
Succesful Pet Supply/Grooming business available in Yucaipa, CA. Great income. Established with great clientele. Comes with everything need to operate the business. Clean building on a busy street...
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$350,000
Cash Flow: $120,000
Blooms & Treasures: Gifts and Flowers for Every Occasion!
Monrovia, CA
A rare opportunity awaits to own a prestigious and well-established floral business with over a decade of success and a sterling reputation. This flower shop has cultivated a loyal clientele and...
6
$79,000
FranchiseBlue Kangaroo PACKOUTZ
Available Nationwide
Blue Kangaroo Packoutz is a rapidly growing contents cleaning and restoration franchise, emerging as a leader in a niche market nationwide.
$150,000
See More FranchisesEstablished Franchise - Broken Yolk Cafe, La Quinta, CA
La Quinta, CA
- $650,000 for franchise, furniture, fixtures & equipment. - Exceptional, high visibility location at the heaviest traffic intersection in the entire Coachella Valley. - Over $200,000 in recent...
$650,000
Cash Flow: $286,702
Franchise Gym for Sale- Great Location & Growth Potential - Placer Co
Placer County, CA
Elevate your health and wellness at this group fitness facility, where they focus on helping you achieve your overall well-being goals. In addition to their dynamic, tailored workouts designed for all...
$49,000
Big Bear Lake Restaurant
$269,000
Big Bear Lake, CA
Turnkey Ice Cream & Frozen Dessert Vending Machine Route for Sale
California
Step into the profitable world of ice cream and frozen dessert vending with this well-established, home-based operation. With just a few hours of work per week, you can generate income from...
$15,000
Spacious 18 chair Hair Salon/Art Gallery on Main St Santa Monica
Santa Monica, CA
• 25 years in business – highly regarded salon with strong local reputation • Prime Main Street, Santa Monica location – vibrant corridor with constant foot and car traffic • Spacious layout with...
6
$140,000
Todd Warner CVA, CM&AA, CMAP
WarnerWest Advisors Inc
Serving Fresno County, CA
WarnerWest Advisors represents business owners and sellers throughout California and the Western US. Primary industry focus areas includes Agribusiness Companies, Distribution Businesses, Manufacturers, Healthcare Businesses, Storage Facilities, and other Industrial / Commercial Entities. Our service areas include Mergers and Acquisitions, Business Valuation, Seller Exit Planning, and Commercial Real Estate Representation. We focus our efforts on individual engagements, and provide confidential personalized representation, allowing our clients to maintain their focus on operating their business. At WarnerWest Advisors we maintain valuable open communication ties with institutional buyers, many private equity groups, family offices, and high net worth individuals. These ongoing buyer relationships help to provide our sellers with tangible alternatives to signs and listing services and during a business sale marketing campaign. As a result, our successful and completed sale transactions have come from cash offers and have not required outside financing contingencies. We also represent buyers and sellers of farms, ranches, and investment properties in commercial real estate transactions. References available upon request.
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Boba Tea Shop - Absentee Run in Rancho Cucamonga
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
Established Boba Tea Shop - Absentee Run in Rancho Cucamonga This boba tea shop, operating since 2018, presents an excellent opportunity for a buyer seeking to open a boba shop that is already built...
6
$89,000
National Franchise Fitness Center in Sonoma County CA
Sonoma County, CA
SBA Pre-Qualified! A unique opportunity to purchase a thriving national franchise Fitness Center in Sonoma County California. In 2024 the business generated revenues exceeding $553,000 and the owner...
$825,000
Cash Flow: $232,754
Profitable Car Hauling, Trucking Company-$6K-$10K Monthly Net
Los Angeles, CA
Step into a ready-to-run trucking business with everything in place to generate income from day one. ASSETS INCLUDE: 2020 Freightliner Cascadia (500K miles, excellent condition)- 2022 Car Hauling...
4
$249,000
Cash Flow: $80,000
Turnkey Two-Facility Intermediate Care Facility (**Business Only**)
Kern County, CA
Key Investment Highlights • Proven Financial Performance • 2024–2025 revenue: $1.65M (combined facilities) • Adjusted Net Operating Income: $360K with add-backs • Strong Census Stability • Average...
$1,150,000
Cash Flow: $360,000
Nationally Recognized Fitness Franchise Available for sale!
Solano County, CA
This established and highly rated fitness franchise offers a rare opportunity to acquire a turnkey, absentee-owned business with strong cash flow and national brand backing. Located in a busy retail...
$300,000
Franchise810 Entertainment
Available Nationwide
810 is an upscale bowling, entertainment and dining experience where friends and family gather to be social, friendly competition and great food.
$650,000
See More FranchisesCar Wash + Real Estate + Upstairs Office, Oil & Lube Center
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Apple Valley, CA
• PRIME LOCATION, BEAR VALLEY RD, APPLE VALLEY - CA • Car Wash located on major Highway, built in 2007 and remodeled in 2024 • Offers multiple profit centers with many other possibilities • Ideal...
$2,890,000
Thriving, 50-Year Legacy Commercial Painting Company
Los Angeles County, CA
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a well-established and highly respected commercial painting company with over 50 years of continuous operations. The company maintains steady revenue and high net...
$2,100,000
Cash Flow: $635,883
Beverly Hills Award-Winning Aesthetics Practice for Sale
$395,000
Los Angeles, CA
Multi-Location Car Rental Franchise Business - Prime Markets!
California
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a well-established, multi-location car rental franchise business operating under two recognized and complementary brands. Strategically located at three...
High End & Established Home Appliance Retailer
Sacramento County, CA
This high end residential appliance retailer sells high quality home appliances including cooking appliances, refrigerators, dishwashers, garbage disposals, outdoor appliances, and washers and dryers....
$589,000
Cash Flow: $151,946
Established Utility Distribution Business – Seller Financing Avail.
Anaheim, CA
We are a distributor of various items to a large utility in Southern California. The business is very straight forward with good margins and room to grow. The real value here is getting in with a...
$1,000,000
Cash Flow: $250,000
Profitable Bay Area Remodeling Business with Repeat Clients & Stellar
San Francisco, CA
This is a well-established and profitable remodeling and handyman business operating in the Bay Area, serving both residential and corporate clients — including USPS. Primary services include door...
2
$200,000
Cash Flow: $117,219
Turnkey High Volume Warehouse/Distribution in Fresno County
Fresno County, CA
Turnkey Warehouse/Distribution for sale in Fresno County * Prime Industrial Warehouse/Distribution with a great location * High Volume * Distributing Retail Products locally and Deliveries available...
$1,500,000
20 Year Old Profitable Auto Repair Shop for Sale
Madera County, CA
This profitable business is for sale because the owners wants to retire. In addition to auto repair, they do wheels. tires, and truck & trailer rental. They have a 4.4 rating on yelp (36 reviews). The...
$149,000
Cash Flow: $87,086
Take N Bake Pizza Business in Fresno County
Fresno County, CA
Great Start UP Take in Bake Pizza Restaurant in Fresno County Annual Net Revenue is $338,000 Monthly rent is $2,200 a month In a busy shopping center Location has potential for a owner operator...
$290,000
Cash Flow: $97,000
FranchiseGrowth Coach
Available in California
Business coaching is a $7.5 billion industry in the United States. Turn your passion for business success into a successful Growth Coach franchise.
$50,000
See More FranchisesDetox Res Facilities in LA + Santa Barbara. RE Incl
Los Angeles County, CA
3 Luxury, High-end Drug, Alcohol and Behavior In-house Treatment Facilities in Santa Barbara and Los Angeles. This transaction is; $3,000,000 for all 3 facilities and $15,000,000 for the 2 Montecito...
$3,000,000
Cash Flow: $800,000
Bakery & Cafe for Sale in the Heart of Sunland Tujunga
Oakland, CA
Arnie's Bakery & Cafe is up for sale. It's a rare opportunity in Sunland Tujunga. Ready to take over and operate or remodel for your brand. Apple parking located in the heart of Sunland Tujunga with...
$300,000
Cash Flow: $200,000
EPA 'Green' Certified Dry Cleaners
$975,000
Santa Cruz County, CA
Reputable and well- established demolition company
El Dorado County, CA
This reputable demolition company has been serving clients for over 40 years, specializing in both structural and interior demolition services. With minimal overhead and no real estate commitments,...
$769,600
Cash Flow: $416,044
Mountain Mike's Pizza Franchise in Fresno County
Fresno County, CA
Established Mountain Mike's Pizza restaurant in Fresno County * Gross sales range from $925,000 up to $1,002,000 annually * Beer & Wine license included * Rent is $6,862 a month including CAM charges...
$575,000
FranchiseCanine Dimensions In-home Dog Training
Available in California
Become a certified professional dog trainer with America's Favorite In-home Dog Training Franchise! Earn $150k and up. No need to lease commercial space. We train in the clients' homes – solving behavior problems where they're happening and giving our clients fast results. Canine Dimensions has been bringing out the good behavior in dogs since 1997.
$65,000
See More FranchisesTurnkey Mexican Restaurant-35+Years of Success-prime Location!
Los Angeles County, CA
Price: $199,000 Net Profit: ~$10,000/month Seats:55 | Space: 2300sq.ft. | Lease: 18 years remaining at $3900/month Why This Restaurant Stands out: >Established 35+ years with a loyal, repeat...
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$199,000
Cash Flow: $120,000
Grocery Market in Silverlake for Sale
Los Angeles, CA
Established supermarket located in a prime location of Silverlake for sale with all the fixtures & assets included. Price Reduced! Motivated Seller!...
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$145,000
BUSINESS FUNDING SERVICE Business - $900K a year profit potential
Duncans Mills, CA
EXCLUSIVE LICENSING RIGHTS to a 23-year-old established funding service business that has helped hundreds of new owners purchase their business without the need for any bank loans. And they received...
$120,000
Cash Flow: $430,000
Established Craft Distillery in Winters CA for Sale
Winters, CA
Patio29 Spirits: 6+ year craft distillery located in Winters CA with award-winning products and proven retail traction. Already placed in Nugget Markets/Raley’s, now expanding to Texas/Florida...
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$1,250,000
Profitable Civil Eng. & Survey Firm – Little Upfront Capital Required
San Luis Obispo County, CA
Confidential opportunity to acquire a highly regarded civil engineering and land surveying firm serving the Central California Coast for over four decades. The company specializes in residential...
Cash Flow: $400,000
Susan Mehravar
Liberty Business Advisors
Serving Contra Costa County, CA
My office called me QUEEN Agent: and in Bay Area, business owner called me DEAL MAKER. Number one agent as only agent as woman in Bay Area sell at LEAST 2 gas stations and 15 restaurants yearly. Also, number one the best agent to get at least 18 listing in office.
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Excellent Location...Circle K with Hard Liquor License
Fullerton, CA
Price Dropped...Price Dropped....Price Dropped....to $1,200,000 Excellent Location...Circle K with Hard Liquor License Excellent Location + Hard Liquor License + Walking distance from Cal State Next...
$1,200,000
Popular Eyelash & Medspa Studio - Prime Downtown Location
Fremont, CA
Golden opportunity to own a top-rated lash and beauty studio nestled in the heart of the city’s new downtown development. Backed by a national franchise, the business comes with strong systems, a...
$399,999
Luxury Fashion Store with Outstanding Performance
$5,054,000
Carmel, CA
Tent manufacturer, Camping and Offroad supply
Santa Barbara County, CA
Established outdoor brand. 10 years old. Turn key business with full inventory and contacts. Perfect for internet savvy individual that can take what we have created and run with it. Easy to run with...
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$150,000
Brand New Cheesesteak Restaurant - Prime Location
Fair Oaks, CA
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a thriving Philly cheesesteak restaurant with tremendous growth and scalability potential. Customers love this spot, with 100+ glowing Google and Yelp reviews...
$299,000
FranchisePostNet
Available Nationwide
PostNet franchisees provide much needed small business print and marketing solutions.
$60,000
See More FranchisesLaguna Hills Pool Service Route for Sale
Orange County, CA
Dream route that is very tight built over 30 years. Total annual mileage is around 10,000 miles, with an average work day of 5-6 hours, Monday - Friday. Very loyal clientele that have proven...
$114,600
Cash Flow: $132,500
Premier CNC Water Sports MFG & Technology Business
California
This well-established water sports shaping company combines deep industry roots with cutting-edge CNC manufacturing and proprietary technology, serving a worldwide network of shapers and surf brands....
$350,000
Cash Flow: $112,802
Turn-Key Established Soda/Snack Vending Machine Business
Fresno, CA
If you are seeking an easy to run and manage turnkey investment/business opportunity in the Fresno area then look no further. 14 established new machines (all less than 2 years old) that are state of...
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$205,000
Cash Flow: $70,000
Pending Sale: Large Turn-Key Recycling Yard For Sale
Brawley, CA
Turnkey Recycling Business for sale. Large 9.5 acres yard. Automobile and scrap. Pick your part. Low Rent. Southern California. Huge potential for CRV, electronic recycling, scale and more. Can sell...
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$90,000
Subway Franchise - Priced Below Asset Value with Growth Potenial
Sacramento, CA
Act quickly to take advantage of this competitively priced Subway franchise opportunity. Serious inquiries only. This franchise is offered below the assessed FF&E value of $38,000 (per the 2025...
$22,000
Pool Service Route - Roseville, CA
Roseville, CA
JOIN A BILLION DOLLAR INDUSTRY WITH UNLIMITED POTENTIAL! OWN YOUR OWN THRIVING POOL SERVICE ROUTE WITH RECURRING POSITIVE CASH FLOW. Easy part time route in desirable areas. This route consists of 38...
$65,184
Cash Flow: $65,000
Multi-Unit Power Equipment Retailer – $6M Inventory
Santa Barbara, CA
Golden opportunity to acquire a powerhouse in the power equipment industry, with five thriving locations and a brand-new store projected at $3M in yearly revenue. With nearly $6M in inventory, a...
$10,876,800
Cash Flow: $1,486,146
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
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
FranchiseSam the Concrete Man
Available in California
Concrete Systems. Concrete Results. Concrete Profits.
$35,000
See More FranchisesBuy 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.
