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76 Gas Station Business Only

Los Angeles, CA

Business Highlights: Fuel Volume: 75,000+ Gallons Per Month @ Avg. $0.55 Margin Market Sales: $35,000/Month @ Approx. 35% Profit Margin Lotto Sales: $15,000/Month (High Traffic) ATM Income:...

$1,899,000

$1,899,000

Established Wine Shop

Santa Barbara, CA

Established Wine Shop for Sale in Santa Barbara! Profit Centers Include: Profitable Wine Club in place and growing! Shipping Service for Major Hotels. Weekly Tastings and Sales by the Case! Profitable...

$120,000

$120,000

Cash Flow: $84,000

High End Sacramento Carehome - 6 Bed RCFE

Sacramento, CA

This is your opportunity to take over and own and operate an existing high end care home for the elderly, aka RCFE, without the hassles of starting from the scratch! Recently renovated beautiful 3,068...

$135,000

$135,000

REST, 41, HELP RUN, FULL KITCHEN, HIGH VOL & NET.

Los Angeles County, CA

Charming oyster bar for sale, nestled in the heart of a renowned beach community's bustling restaurant row. With its prime location and inviting front patio, this establishment radiates a vibrant...

$199,000

$199,000

Cash Flow: $72,000

Established Hair Salon

Newport Beach, CA

Beautifully Appointed, Modern & Chic Hair Salon with 8 Individual Chair Stations, 2 Sink Bowls, 1 Manicurist Station & Storage Room with 2 Bathrooms. Improvements Include; Wood Paneling, Wood...

$160,000

$160,000

Cash Flow: $65,000

Global MultiMedia Technology SaaS Company with growth potential

Alameda County, CA

This Technology SaaS company is an up-and-coming leader that specializes in cutting-edge multimedia software solutions for the automotive, embedded, mobile, and consumer electronics sectors. They...

Cash Flow: $975,496

Cash Flow: $975,496

Profitable Tech and Media Company with Global Reach

Pleasanton, CA

This leading international technology and media company specializing in providing innovative solutions for the aviation and travel industries. With a global reach of over 200 million users, the...

Cash Flow: $400,322

Cash Flow: $400,322

Liquor Store

Sacramento County, CA

Here’s a great opportunity to take over a well-established liquor store, currently doing $57,000 per month in store sales and $32,000 per month in lotto/scratcher sales. The store has a very clean,...

$650,000

$650,000

Excellent Branded Gas Station with Liquor License

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Fresno County, CA

Excellent Branded Gas Station with Liquor License for sale. Inside sales is averaging over $100,000 in gross sales per seller, outside they do on average 30K gallon to 35K gallon in fuel sales. Huge...

$2,990,000

$2,990,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Digital Advertising Company For Sale

San Jose, CA

This turn-key business sells digital display advertising screens, as well as a full suite of business support products in the digital space, including digital advertising. The sale price includes a...

$115,000

$115,000

Cash Flow: $90,000

Restaurant & Full Bar with a beautiful patio

San Clemente, CA

This Italian restaurant with its panoramic views from its patio is located in a prime location in South Orange County city. The menu is classic Italian and the restaurant offers great wine selections...

$549,000

$549,000

Cash Flow: $170,000

Preschool Business For Sale Alameda, CA

Alameda, CA

Situated in the Mariner Square area, known for its waterfront properties and marina access. The location has a unique mix of residential, commercial, and recreational spaces. The location bene?ts f...

$480,000

$480,000

Charming Gift Shop in San Diego

San Diego, CA

Seize the opportunity to own a well-established boutique gift shop in a prime location. Spanning approximately 785 square feet, this profitable business generated gross revenues of $531,769.40 in...

$140,000

$140,000

Cash Flow: $61,639

Cannabis Laboratory, California, ISO, Fully Equipped, Seller Note

San Diego, CA

Manhattan Biz is presenting an established cannabis laboratory with California Cannabis Laboratory License, all necessary certifications in San Diego, CA Laboratory is fully equipped. Lab has no...

$1,750,000

$1,750,000

Famous Thai Restaurant for Sale! In West Hollywood, CA! WOW!!! West LA

Hollywood, CA

WEHO Thai Noodle & Rice has been a very WELL KNOWN Thai Restaurant Establishment, and has been operating for over 20+ years! This Thai Restaurant specializes in Authentic High Quality Thai Food,...

$119,000

$119,000

Turnkey Woodworking Business Specializing in Military Awards

Chula Vista, CA

Discover a rare opportunity to acquire a thriving business specializing in worldwide retail sales of specialty items sold to the US Navy and other military branches. Established over 15 years ago,...

$1,200,000

$1,200,000

Cash Flow: $342,524

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Famous Omakase / Japanese Restaurant in PRIME SILVER LAKE CA

Los Angeles, CA

The restaurant is a sister establishment to one of top Japanese restaurants in Los Angeles, CA. They offer an omakase dining experience where each meal is a symphony of tastes curated by exclusive...

$250,000

$250,000

Appliance warehouse outlet(Openbox outlet)

Los Angeles, CA

1. Store size: 4,400 sf 2. Business hours: 10am~6pm(7days open) 3. Rent & Increase: $9,600(Include CAM & Utility), 4% 4. Lease & Deposit: New lease need(1year left), One month rent fee 5. No. of...

$215,000

$215,000

Cash Flow: $96,000

Fantastic Quick Serve Opportunity in Gardena

Gardena, CA

This is a fantastic opportunity to buy an existing quick service restaurant in a bustling trade area in Gardena. Fully-equipped kitchen. Beer and wine license. Massive parking lot. You can expand on...

$75,000

$75,000

High-Growth EV Charging Installation Company

California

Electrical Contractor specializing in EV charging infrastructure with over 2000 commercial and residential installations since 2005. The company specializes in comprehensive electric vehicle charger...

$2,500,000

$2,500,000

Cannabis Dispensary, Cultivation, & Distribution (Stockton, CA)#1449

Stockton, CA

Take advantage of a rare opportunity to acquire a cannabis Dispensary, Indoor Cultivation, and Distribution business in Stockton, California (Pop 321k). This exclusive offer encompasses an annual...

$299,000

$299,000

Drywall Contractor

Los Angeles County, CA

In operation since 1988, this business is licensed as a general contractor specializing in drywall installation, including framing. In 2024 and 2025 to-date virtually all of the projects have been...

$775,000

$775,000

Cash Flow: $1,349,500

Convenience Store

Alameda County, CA

Great opportunity to own an established convenience store with great cash flow, in high traffic location. Gross: $40,000/m; Margin: 40%; Lotto sales: $220-$250,000/m Store: 3000 s.ft.; Inventory: $...

$250,000

$250,000

Reedley Smoke Shop & Gifts

Reedley, CA

Smoke Shop & Gift Store for Sale! This is your chance to own a thriving smoke shop and gift store in the heart of Reedley, CA! Conveniently located at 793 N Reed Ave, this business is positioned in a...

$150,000

$150,000

Retail Used Car Dealership in Orange County

Orange County, CA

Established retail used car dealership in Huntington Beach, CA. This business is perfect for someone that has been wanting to start buying and selling vehicles across the country and in auctions. This...

$45,000

$45,000

Established Neighborhood Taqueria

San Francisco, CA

For over 34 years and counting same ownership, this long-time established taqueria has a reputation for fresh and delicious food, reasonable prices and fast, friendly service! It is looking for a new...

$139,000

$139,000

Cannabis Manufacturing & Distribution Brand

Los Angeles, CA

This cannabis company is a leading provider known for its commitment to quality and innovation in the industry. The brand offers a diverse range of products, including premium flower, pre-rolls, vape,...

$6,950,000

$6,950,000

Cash Flow: $225,000

Tony's Men's Clothing

Palm Desert, CA

Located in Palm Desert on fashionable El Paseo surrounded by resorts and country clubs. Tony’s carries only the finest Italian apparel made out of the finest fabrics designed for the Elite Country...

$49,000

$49,000

Location! Well Known Plastic Surgery Center in the Coachella Valley

Riverside County, CA

Accredited Surgical and Non-Surgical Thriving Business For Sale. This is your chance to step into a thriving 40+ year business that’s already generating impressive profits. This well-established...

$1,900,000

$1,900,000

Cash Flow: $408,000

Pet Grooming and Pet Hotel Facility

Barstow, CA

Rare Opportunity to own a Well Established, Highly profitable Pet Grooming and Pet Hotel facility...

$399,999

$399,999

Clean Ready to Bill Home Health Agency in Orange County

Orange, CA

We have a ready for CHOW accredited home health agency located in Orange (Orange County). The Seller has owned the hospice since 2015 with its licensure and certification in place. This Corporation...

$295,000

$295,000

Thai Restaurant for Sale! AMAZING! (Los Angeles, near Alhambra)

Los Angeles, CA

Thai Beam Cuisine specializes in Authentic High Quality Thai Food, serving the ENTIRE Los Angeles Region and San Gabriel Valley including El Sereno, Lincoln Heights, Alhambra, South Pasadena, and...

$95,000

$95,000

Full Service Hair Salon

Fullerton, CA

Contemporary salon with 7 stations and room to add more stations. The salon has one treatment room . Very open with modern colors. Rent is reasonable and this is a turnkey operation This a great salon...

$50,000

$50,000

VEGAN WHOLESALE BAKERY - EST. 10 YRS

Los Angeles County, CA

Profitable Vegan Bakery Poised for Explosive Growth! Step into a highly successful Vegan Wholesale Bakery boasting a loyal clientele, $464k+ in trending 2024 revenue, and a stellar reputation for...

$160,000

$160,000

Cash Flow: $75,000

Well Known-Longtime-Profitable Polynesian Restaurant And Retail!!

Daly City, CA

Price reduction!! If you’re craving a taste of pacific island cuisine this is a wonderful place to stop & grab a plate. A favorite with locals and many across the bay area and some are known to travel...

$249,000

$249,000

Home Health Care Company in LA area

Los Angeles County, CA

Services Offered Skilled Nursing Services Our Registered Nurses (RN) and Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVN) nurses are qualified and licensed to provide the following services under the orders of your...

$550,000

$550,000

Cash Flow: $180,000

After School, Franchise , Fremont, California

Fremont, CA

A complete turnkey, well-established After-School educational services center has been constructed, adorned, and supported by passionate, excellent instructors who bring creativity and energy to a...

$680,000

$680,000

Popular Quick-Service Restaurant in Downey

Downey, CA

Rare opportunity to take over a great Downey location for a quick-service restaurant. Fully-equipped kitchen with two walk-in fridges. Large outdoor patio and huge parking lot. Type 41 beer and wine...

$200,000

$200,000

Cannabis Dispensary Retail License For Sale (Costa Mesa, CA) #1386

Costa Mesa, CA

Take advantage of a rare opportunity to acquire a cannabis dispensary retail storefront strategically located in prime Costa Mesa, California. This exclusive offer encompasses an annual license for a...

$999,000

$999,000

Reduce Price Super Market With Beer And Wine, Meat, Produce And Deli

Whittier, CA

For the first time in 17 years, this supermarket is available for purchase. It features a full range of products, including beer and wine, fresh meat and produce, and a deli. The store spans over...

$579,000

$579,000

Recession Resistant Northern California Mail Center Franchise - SC2186

California

Recession Resistant Northern California Mail Center Franchise - SC2186 Financial Information Asking Price: $200,000 Cash Flow: $108,000 Gross Revenue: $225,000 Down Payment: $200,000 This Northern...

$200,000

$200,000

Cash Flow: $108,000

Super Split Level Deli Cafe-Absentee owner

San Francisco, CA

Get ready to do business right in the heart of the city, and you'll reap the rewards! Absentee Owner!! This popular, well-established breakfast and lunch cafe is for sale just off Union Square. A busy...

$125,000

$125,000

Catering business run semi-absentee

Sacramento County, CA

A top-notch catering business in Northern California, run semi-absentee. This business seems to pride itself on using only the highest quality ingredients for catering needs, including weddings,...

$525,000

$525,000

Cash Flow: $217,899

Roundtable Pizza Restaurant - Kern County

Kern County, CA

Description: Round Table Pizza is the premier West Coast pizza franchise with over 410+ restaurants open and under development in California, Nevada, Oregon, Washington, Arizona, Alaska, and Hawaii....

$449,000

$449,000

Ian Lashley

TLG Business Broker

Serving Los Angeles County, CA

Are you looking to sell your business? Are you considering buying a business? You may currently own a business and would like to acquire another one within the same industry. I can assist you with all of this in an effective, friendly and honest way. My clients appreciate my dedicated work ethic and hands on mediation skills.

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Profitable Absentee Operated Eatery

Santa Clara County, CA

Gross Sales: $660,451 Net Sales: $66,739 This popular franchised eatery occupies a high-profile location in one of Central California's premiere regional shopping centers, with some of the highest...

$199,900

$199,900

Cash Flow: $66,739

TUTTI FRUTTI, HELP RUN, HIGH NET, EASY,

San Bernardino County, CA

It's been established over 8 years and current owner has operated for over 3 years. It's a turnkey business with help run and the owner's work one day a week to drop off some merchandise. This...

$99,000

$99,000

Cash Flow: $36,000

Cocktail Bar - Type 48 License - Low Rent - Limited Competition

Los Angeles County, CA

A profitable, well-established cocktail bar is now available for purchase in a highly desirable area known for strong foot traffic and excellent neighborhood visibility. The bar holds a rare Type 48...

$350,000

$350,000

Cash Flow: $72,000

High Volume Mexican Restaurant & Bar for Sale! Like-New Construction

Alameda County, CA

High Volume Mexican Restaurant & Bar for Sale! Like-New Construction & Design. %-Rent Based Lease RRC# 5091 Location: Alameda County Description: This new and high volume Mexican concept with a strong...

$275,000

$275,000

Profitable Retail Pharmacy in Large Medical building with over 25 MDs

Sun Valley, CA

Recently established [2020] retail pharmacy is located inside a busy medical building [18 MDs and 7 NPs practices] Arleta/Sun Valley of Los Angeles, near Highway 5. ~ 1,000 sq. ft. of space, a new 5+5...

$299,000

$299,000

Cash Flow: $56,890

Sushi in Toluca Lake

North Hollywood, CA

Toluca Lake is near major studios like Universal Studios, Warner Brothers Studios, and Walt Disney Studios. The restaurant size is 1,090 Sq Ft + 610 sq ft storage room. The restaurant has 10 seats at...

$250,000

$250,000

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

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.