Los Angeles, CA
Family Medicine Office offering range of services from primary care with some PPO insurance to cash procedures such as prolotherapy, PRP joint injections, PRP microneedling, LDA for allergy; IV...
Los Angeles, CA
Family Medicine Office offering range of services from primary care with some PPO insurance to cash procedures such as prolotherapy, PRP joint injections, PRP microneedling, LDA for allergy; IV...
$150,000
San Diego, CA
TLDR: - Doubletake is selling its online assets. - We received investment from an Uber co-founder to grow our platform. We spent years building an online platform for athletes to enter college but...
$225,000
Capitola, CA
This business is part of an SBA-approved national franchise that delivers industry leading custom picture framing services. It's the ideal business for someone who has business acumen and a passion...
$110,000
Cash Flow: $40,000
Oxnard, CA
Business Description Long-standing, reputable auto body repair shop for sale in Oxnard, ideal for an owner-operator or an automotive business looking to expand. This shop is known for quality...
$600,000
Woodland, CA
JOIN A BILLION DOLLAR INDUSTRY WITH UNLIMITED POTENTIAL! OWN YOUR OWN THRIVING POOL SERVICE ROUTE WITH RECURRING POSITIVE CASH FLOW. Great part time route in nice areas. This 2-day route consists of...
$61,140
Cash Flow: $60,000
Riverside County, CA
Own your own recession-proof business. Create your own schedule - no evenings or weekends. Work from home or an office. Unlimited earnings with limited effort. CA11920 Nice, established pool service...
$98,400
Cash Flow: $112,000
San Francisco, CA
This long-established San Francisco spa specializes in advanced massage therapy and results-driven esthetician services. Known for deep tissue and sports massage, TMJ treatment, and high-quality...
$200,000
Cash Flow: $119,111
Riverside, CA
This profitable Colombian food truck offers a unique opportunity to own a turnkey business in Riverside County. Known for its authentic Colombian flavors, this mobile kitchen has built a loyal...
$250,000
Cash Flow: $85,000
Los Angeles County, CA
Step into a legacy. With more than 70 years of brand recognition, Randy’s Donuts is one of the most celebrated and Yelp-reviewed donut shops in the nation. This rare 2-unit package features locations...
$690,000
Cash Flow: $171,450
Los Angeles, CA
C’est Lä Vé isn’t just another snack brand—it’s a movement. Designed for the modern snacker who wants compassion, taste, and sustainability, this brand delivers the full experience: plant-based...
$229,900
Cash Flow: $45,000
Available Nationwide
For over 35 years, Image360 has been a leader in the $178 billion sign and graphics industry supporting businesses with their visual communication needs.
$100,000
See More FranchisesSan Diego County, CA
This opportunity includes a valuable Type 47 Liquor License and a location that’s considered one of the most desirable in the market. It’s a fantastic fit for an experienced owner-operator ready to...
$100,000
Cash Flow: $110,744
Fountain Valley, CA
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Established turn-key furniture and lighting store with real estate staging services located in affluent Fountain Valley, Orange County. This fully operational business features...
$125,000
$900,000
Riverside County, CA
San Diego County, CA
Twenty-five (25) Jamba Juice franchise businesses in S. California. 2024 gross sales $20+M. Weighted Adj. EBITDA $1.2+M (2022 thru 2024). Leases transferable, real estate not included. G&A, inventory,...
$3,800,000
EBITDA: $1,218,071
Concord, CA
Established K-Beauty Retail Business for Sale in Concord This modern skincare and makeup retail business specializes in popular K-beauty products and operates within the bustling Sunvalley Shopping...
$75,000
Greg Carpenter
Horizon M&A Advisors
Serving Santa Clara County, CA
When it is time to sell your business, what is important to you? Of course,getting the best price and terms, but also confidentiality, professional management of the process, avoiding risks by thorough preparation, selling to the buyer who will most likely succeed in growing the business, preserving the legacy of the business you have established, and more, are probably important to you. At Horizon M&A Advisors, we focus on putting your interestes first. Our experienced agents have sold hundreds of businesses. Several have owned businesses or have had careers as professional advisors in accounting, tax, and consulting. We have held management positions in public companies and private companies to lead teams of marketing, sales, manufacturing and other functions. We will understand your business and prioritize your requirements. Horizon M&A Advisors serves sellers of middle market businesses with revenues of $5 million to $100 million and sellers of smaller businesses that are suitable for addon acquisitions by larger firms. We serve institutional buyers including public companies, private equity and privately held companies. We specialize in manufacturing (especially precision sheetmetal and machining), building maintenance services and contracting service businesses such as HVAC, Plumbing, etc., but we are generalists and are capable of selling any type of business. We have sold everything from software, high-tech testing and contract manufacturing to service and distribution businesses. We have substantial research resources that enable us to study any industry quickly.
Riverside County, CA
A profitable, well-established retail furniture store available now. The business has served the local market for years with strong customer loyalty, diversified product lines (living room, bedroom,...
$595,000
Cash Flow: $500,000
Los Angeles County, CA
A rare opportunity to acquire a premier design-focused Specialty Contractor delivering custom window treatments and flooring solutions to a discerning and loyal client base in the LA County,...
$598,000
Cash Flow: $215,000
Poway, CA
We are a veteran-owned, fully established lifestyle apparel business with nationwide reach. With over 1,500 customers (25% return rate/2.29% conversion rate) served and a strong foundation in place,...
$125,000
California
The Company is an established general engineering union contractor based in Northern California. It specializes as a one-stop-shop for exterior construction services of high density residential...
Not Disclosed
EBITDA: $1,910,000
Los Angeles County, CA
Turn your passion into profit with a premier automotive off-road specialty shop (Parts & Service) located in Los Angeles County at the gateway of SoCal’s best trails and off-road terrain. This...
$150,000
Cash Flow: $154,000
Available Nationwide
Join Window World, the industry leader in custom exterior home improvement products. Our customers appreciate our great service and fantastic prices. Our franchise owners value our family culture and the ability to make a great living helping people. Find out how a Window World franchise opportunity can help you achieve more than you ever thought possible.
$250,000
See More FranchisesLivermore, CA
Absentee-owner operated, established 7-Eleven franchise with a California ABC Type 21 liquor license—authorizing beer, wine and distilled spirits sales. This spacious convenience store sits on a...
$119,000
Beverly Hills, CA
Step into the glamorous world of beauty and make your mark in one of the most prestigious locales—Beverly Hills! We present to you an extraordinary opportunity to own an established luxury salon that...
$200,000
Cash Flow: $100,000
$30,000
San Diego, CA
Napa, CA
Mission Foods Route For Sale Napa CA- $90,000 #Ownaroute #Buyaroute #Distributor #Distributorship #IndependentDistributor #MissionRoute #MissionFoodsRoute #Mission #Flatbread #TortillaChips #Wraps...
$90,000
Cash Flow: $83,697
Los Angeles County, CA
This boutique yoga center is relatively young yet vibrant that has accumulated over 300 members with around 100 active. It currently has an amazing 5-star online rating without any strategic...
$85,000
Cash Flow: $56,000
Sacramento County, CA
Afghan/Indian/Pakistani grocery established just 3 years ago. - Well Established halal meat and grocery store with a restaurant serving halal food. - Well-known in the community for its high-quality...
$1,699,000
Cash Flow: $750,000
Indio, CA
For Sale: Two Profitable Sushi Kiosks in High-Traffic Supermarkets Turnkey Business Opportunity – Perfect for Owner-Operators or Passive Investors About the Opportunity Step into ownership of two...
$140,000
Cash Flow: $16,450
San Francisco, CA
Auto body and Mechanical repair shop Address : 375 Vermont Street, San Francisco, CA 94103 Phone : 415-680-5678 Contact : Dennis...
$250,000
Cash Flow: $100,000
Los Angeles County, CA
*** Please contact us for detailed financial performance *** Unique opportunity to invest in a Retail Pharmacy established in 2020 located in the South Bay / Harbor area of Los Angeles County. High...
$325,000
San Diego County, CA
Take over a 20+ year established custom cabinetry and stoneworks company with an excellent reputation in San Diego County. Business Highlights: Fully staffed with skilled team in place, ready for...
$135,000
Available Nationwide
For the very best in breakfast and beyond, look no further than Village Inn - with a refreshed, modern store design and a well-established, reputable brand history.
$400,000
See More FranchisesSanta Cruz County, CA
Turn-Key Farmers® Insurance Agency – Santa Cruz County Asking: $195,000 | Book Size: ~$1.8M GWP | Service Commissions: $110K+ / yr Overview Rare opportunity to acquire a turn-key, established Farmers...
$195,000
Cash Flow: $110,000
San Joaquin County, CA
Take ownership of a top-performing Round Table Pizza franchise in thriving San Joaquin County. This established location combines strong dine-in traffic with robust delivery sales, making it an ideal...
$595,000
Cash Flow: $189,755
$350,000
Sonoma County, CA
San Diego, CA
Transform your entrepreneurial vision into reality with this turnkey San Diego dance school serving children ages 2-12. You'll step into an established operation that delivers consistent revenue...
$110,000
Norco, CA
Turnkey liquor store opportunity in a prime Norco retail center! Located on busy Hamner Ave with excellent visibility, parking, and pylon signage, this store includes full buildout, fixtures, and...
$150,000
Available in California
$2 Million+ Average Gross Sales B2B Product Does Not Spoil
$125,000
See More FranchisesCalifornia
Exceptional opportunity to acquire a Multi-Unit portfolio of franchised quick lube and automotive service centers strategically located in California. These centers have a proven track record of...
$21,995,000
Cash Flow: $3,800,000
Hollywood, CA
Fast-food franchise for sale at opportunity cost. It is strategically located in Hollywood's premier entertainment district with massive tourist traffic and a Walk Score of 72, positioned on a major...
$49,000
Sacramento County, CA
**100% Financial Available ** This pool route is an excellent way to get started in the business. This is a nice established route that can be operated by one full time person and is located in an...
$130,000
Cash Flow: $95,000
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
West Hollywood, CA
>Asking Price: $2,500.000 >Location: West Hollywood,CA >Employees: 30 >Established: 2024 >Monthly Revenue: ~$140,000 (current)>Net Income: break-even (currently) >Projected Net Income: $2.4M-$2.5M...
$2,500,000
Randy Katz
Synesis Advisors
Serving San Francisco County, CA
From our initial discussion about a potential sale until after you have handed over your operation, Synesis Advisors is there. This includes helping you understand what your business is worth and potential deal structures, assembling offering memorandums, implementing go-to-market strategies, pre-screening potential buyers, negotiating deal terms, project managing the many parties associated with a transaction, and planning an orderly business transition. We are multi-disciplinary experts so that you don’t have to be.
Alameda County, CA
Business is set up to produce and install Wood and Hollow Metal doors and frames and is organized to produce large scale projects, produced in a clean and efficiently run shop. They are well equipped...
$3,500,000
Cash Flow: $1,132,761
Orange County, CA
This company is the largest provider of freediving, underwater hunting, and scuba diving services in the United States. It operates as a premier destination for water sports enthusiasts, offering a...
$8,444,430
Cash Flow: $1,676,845
$110,000
Julian, CA
Fountain Valley, CA
Located right off the 405 Freeway in Fountain Valley, this restaurant enjoys incredible visibility and easy access. The location is surrounded by major national retailers and provides consistent foot...
$329,000
Tehama County, CA
This well-established, highly respected chiropractic practice has been successfully serving the community for decades. Known for its exceptional patient care and consistently great reviews, this...
$180,000
Cash Flow: $109,885
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
See More FranchisesFountain Valley, CA
Take advantage of a great opportunity! This established agency has over 3000 policies in force and is a Turnkey Operation. The office is located in a prime retail location in Fountain Valley. The...
Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $650,000
Lawndale, CA
REDUCED PRICE! We’re excited to present a rare opportunity to acquire a thriving, well-established beauty supply store located in a prime, high-traffic area. Our business has become a staple in the...
$15,000
Cash Flow: $40,000
Los Angeles, CA
Step into a fully established and highly rated boba tea café with a loyal local following and strong brand recognition. This quick-serve shop is known for its high-quality drinks, delicious...
$125,000
Orange County, CA
A GREAT OPPORTUNITY to Own a AAA Certified, well-established and profitable Auto Repair and Service Facility. Since 1971, this friendly owner-operated business has been built on a strong foundation of...
$895,000
Cash Flow: $280,000
Visalia, CA
Recently Built Out Restaurant For Sale Big kitchen 16 foot hood Big dining room. Long lease 8 years remaining with 2 - 5year options....
$150,000
North Hollywood, CA
Turnkey Restaurant/Bar Opportunity in Prime North Hollywood Location An excellent restaurant and bar business opportunity is now available in the heart of North Hollywood — a vibrant, rapidly growing...
$795,000
Los Angeles County, CA
Since its founding in 1959, Round Table Pizza has been recognized as "Pizza Royalty™” for its homemade dough, signature three-cheese blend and gold-standard ingredients topped to the edge. Customers...
$250,000
Cash Flow: $79,695
Los Angeles County, CA
Desirable size starter route ready to grow. Well maintained pools mainly on the Westside, ,Crystal clear and algae free! Majority won through referrals. Own your own recession-proof business. Create...
$48,000
Cash Flow: $53,000
Glendale, CA
Dry Cleaning Business for Sale. Opportunity to own a well- established dry cleaning business that has been serving the community for many years. Located in one of Glendale’s best locations. This...
$210,000
Available in California
Enjoy an Average Territory Gross Revenue of $717,860 and invest in a multi-stream business.
$75,000
See More FranchisesCalifornia 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.