Paso Robles, CA
Established Glassware Branding Business with Strong Central Coast Presence This profitable glassware decoration business has served the Central Coast of California since 2011, specializing in custom...
Businesses For Sale in California
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Glassware Branding Business with Established Client Base
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$70,000
Cross to La Sierra University, Well Established Teriyaki Restaurant.
La Sierra, CA
High profit Korean and Japanese Style Teriyaki Restaurant near by La Sierra University in Riverside CA. Well known in the Area , Main corrido of La Sierra Area. Owner will retire . Seller will train...
$230,000
Cash Flow: $144,000
Beach Hut Deli Established Franchise since 2006 in Natomas, CA
Sacramento, CA
When Troy was 19, he opened a deli near Folsom Lake in Granite Bay, CA. His signature sandwich, the Surfin’ Bird, was created the day he decided to add cream cheese to his classic turkey bacon and...
$250,000
High-Growth Drug & DNA Testing Franchise | Ideal CA Territories
Solano County, CA
Own two established Fastest Labs franchise locations serving Solano/Napa, and Marin Counties. Thriving Northern California market with consistent demand for drug, alcohol, and DNA testing. These...
$59,000
High Volume Asian fusion restaurant for sale in Fremont large mall
Fremont, CA
Asian fusion restaurant for sale in Fremont large strip mall with plenty of parking. There outdoor patio for more seating. Average gross income a month is $85,000-$90,000. Lease amount is $19,670...
$299,000
Indoor playground with Arcade Claw machines
San Bernardino County, CA
Established Indoor Playground & Entertainment Center - San Bernardino County, CA This profitable entertainment venue has been successfully operating since 2016, generating $800,000 in annual revenue....
$600,000
Profitable Specialty Coffee Shop Turnkey Operation & Seamless Takeover
Diamond Bar, CA
Step into a fully established specialty coffee business with a loyal customer base and a brand built for growth. Since opening in 2022, this café has experienced strong revenue growth year over year,...
6
$188,000
1,700sf Franchise Rice Yogurt Shop
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
Franchise fee is already included in the sales price and there is no additional franchise payment. Owner is the only person works in the shop....
6
$68,000
STAR Certified Smog Check, Auto Smog, Repairs & Vehicle Registrations
Palm Desert, CA
This well-established and highly trusted full-service smog shop offers comprehensive vehicle services to the vibrant Coachella Valley community. Specializing in STAR Certified Smog Inspections, the...
$195,000
Cash Flow: $123,449
North Bay Catering & Event Co w/Real Property!
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Sonoma County, CA
North Bay catering company includes Real Property with fully equipped kitchen This is a premier full-service catering business based in the North Bay. Founded over 35 years ago, the company...
$748,000
FranchiseTierra Encantada
Available in California
Join Tierra Encantada and become part of a thriving, in-demand brand that sets both families and franchise partners up for success. With our proven track record and strong waiting lists, you’ll be positioned to grow and succeed in the booming child care industry.
$200,000
See More FranchisesTurn-Key Restaurant w/Full Build & Large Patio
Valencia, CA
Located in a well anchored shopping center of North Valencia, this fully built out space is outfitted with all of the necessary kitchen equipment and infrastructure to run a successful restaurant. It...
$129,000
Well established propular Liquor store
San Francisco, CA
Prime location on very busy street. seller claims current sales are 70K/mo with a robust margin. Lease is for 5+5+5 rent - 5500/mo Store size - 2500SF Open M-S 10 AM - 11 PM DISCLAIMER: The...
$600,000
Top Business Tech-enabled M&A Firm - US Only - $100M+ Active Pipeline
$2,795,000
California
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
European-Inspired Wine & Cheese Bistro
Long Beach, CA
Step into an award-winning Wine and Cheese Bistro that blends the charm of a European-style café with the energy of Long Beach’s thriving Bixby Knolls district. This highly rated bistro has become a...
$120,000
Nicolas Zhao
Citadel Commerical
Serving Contra Costa County, CA
Citadel Commercial is a leading business brokerage and investment advisory firm specializing in the sale, acquisition, and valuation of small to mid-sized businesses across California. We provide strategic solutions for business owners, investors, and entrepreneurs looking to buy, sell, or expand their ventures. With a deep understanding of market trends, valuation strategies, and deal structuring, we ensure that every transaction is executed smoothly, efficiently, and with maximum financial benefit for our clients. Whether you’re selling a business, investing in a new opportunity, or navigating complex commercial lease negotiations, Citadel Commercial provides the expertise and guidance you need.
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Profitable turnkey HCAC business with Real Estate for Sale
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Tuolumne County, CA
Established in 2003, this profitable turnkey HVAC business for sale is a rare opportunity to own and award winner HVAC company with a dominant presence in both residential and commercial markets. With...
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$2,000,000
EBITDA: $400,000
Carpet, Tile, Upholstery Cleaning
Riverside County, CA
Overview: Turnkey carpet, tile, and upholstery cleaning business with 4+ years of established operations and consistent weekly revenue. The company currently generates $3,000–$5,000 per week with...
$150,000
Cash Flow: $50,000
Home Health Agency in San Francisco Bay Area for Sale
Santa Clara, CA
California Home Health Agency License # 550007846 Willow Pathway Home Healthcare is a CA-licensed home health agency based in the San Francisco Bay Area, providing patients post-acute care and...
2
$350,000
Flourishing restaurant in Berkeley mkt
Alameda County, CA
Famous restaurant with gross sales $634,528 in 2024. Size: 2500 plus seating outside Total seating - 100 (In and out) Rent- 6,498/mo including NNN Lease - 5 plus 5 years Current lease ending - May...
$475,000
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
FranchiseAAMCO Transmissions
Available in California
With nearly 600 centers across North America, AAMCO is actively seeking single and multi-unit franchise owners. AAMCO is known for providing higher quality of service and seeking those who share that commitment. Take advantage of a world-wide brand built on decades of consumer trust and loyalty. The day you open your doors, the community already knows your reputation for reliable, expert automotive care. As the noted leader in transmission repair, you are positioned for success within the lucrative and complex vehicle services industry.
$90,000
See More FranchisesHigh-End Residential Pool Construction Business
Ventura County, CA
Buyer Requirement: Buyer must hold a valid C-53 Swimming Pool Contractor license in the state of California or be eligible to obtain one. This well-established pool construction company has been...
$995,000
Cash Flow: $362,047
Premier Cabinet Manufacturer for Sale with 39 Years of Excellence
Santa Clara County, CA
Do you have cabinet manufacturing experience? Are you ready to own a company with a solid reputation, proven resilience, and significant growth potential? This full-service custom cabinetry business,...
$625,000
Cash Flow: $312,756
Exclusive Listing · Fremont Restaurant for Sale
$150,000
Fremont, CA
17 YEAR Retail Business for Sale
Brentwood, CA
Casual City Pro is a well-established retail clothing store located in Brentwood, CA, serving the community for over 17 years. The store has built a strong, loyal customer base and is known for its...
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$100,000
Cash Flow: $72,000
Variety established gift shop
San Francisco County, CA
Great opportunity to own an established retail business gift shop at Grant Avenue, the street with the most foot traffic for tourist and local people. (cross street, Pine Street). This prime location...
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$75,000
Cash Flow: $300,000
Financial Planning & Marketing App for Financial Advisory Firms
Marin County, CA
This software is a turnkey solution that combines a sophisticated financial planning application with a powerful marketing platform. This integrated system provides financial professionals with a...
$500,000
Flourishing Dental Practice
Riverside, CA
Very Popular and busy, dental practice located in a busy shopping Center. Consistent Performer - this can be purchase separately (for 1.2 mil) or with 5995-97 Brockton ave (3.9 mil) total 5.1 mil for...
$1,200,000
Cash Flow: $426,862
Profitable -great sales-great rent and location
San Diego, CA
Long established, loved by their customers and extremely PROFITABLE! Cash is preferred but this restaurant may qualify for SBA financing. Surrounded by businesses and minutes from Mission Valley,...
$429,999
Cash Flow: $273,283
High Traffic - Busy location for Acupuncture
San Jose, CA
Acupuncture practice with growth potential. Virtually turn-key. Great location The business has built a solid reputation in the acupuncture community appealing to people interested in alternatives to...
6
$150,000
Cash Flowing Appliance Store in Business for 50+ Years
Hanford, CA
Exceptional Investment / Owner-User Opportunity in the Heart of Downtown Hanford! Welcome to 122 W 7th St., Hanford, CA 93230 — a highly visible, historic retail/showroom building in the vibrant core...
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$300,000
FranchiseFootprints Floors
Available in California
Join one of the fastest-growing and most simple-to-run home-service brands. No build-out, no inventory, and no employees are required at Footprints Floors. All marketing and customer acquisition is completed for you by the corporate team!
$75,000
See More FranchisesHigh Foot Traffic & Popular Mall Based Fresh Fruit And Juice Kiosk
Ontario, CA
easy to run and popular juice bar in Ontario mills mall. Great margins and strong sales we profit on average 1300+ per week . The business can be even more profitable if it is owner operated. if you...
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$75,000
Cash Flow: $91,000
Profitable Montessori-Future of Early Childhood Ed
Diamond Bar, CA
This is the second of two schools for sale by the owners. Having envisioned improving Montessori education by addressing the significant lack of modern and authentic preschool options in the Greater...
$649,000
Cash Flow: $108,000
Authentic Sichuan-Style Hotpot Restaurant for Sale – Rowland Heights
$228,000
Rowland Heights, CA
AUTO BODY SHOP - Well Established Cor Lot High Visibilty
Ontario, CA
Well Established Auto Body Shop, corner location Business Overview The current owner operates this business primarily for his own company use - purchasing vehicles, repairing them, and reselling for...
$280,000
JUICE BAR FOR SALE | Absentee-Owned Opportunity in Prime Modesto
Modesto, CA
This is a turnkey franchise juice bar operating under a nationally recognized health and wellness brand, situated in a high-traffic retail location in Modesto. The menu features proven products,...
$349,000
Cash Flow: $70,489
FranchiseTemperaturePro Heating, Air Conditioning Services and Indoor Air Quality Services
Available in California
Stop Building Someone Else’s Dream. Build Your Own. Follow Your Path to Wealth & Freedom with a TemperaturePro Franchise providing Heating, Air Conditioning and Indoor Air Quality Services to your market.
$97,500
See More FranchisesMediterranean and Burger Restaurant
Riverside County, CA
Beautiful , Fully Equipped Mediterranean , Remodeled Quick-Service Restaurant with Established Customers located in a busy commercial area of Temecula CA. Known for its delicious , shawarma, and...
$400,000
Cash Flow: $222,000
25 yr established Grooming and Boarding w/ multiple locations.
Los Angeles County, CA
We are one of the longest established pet grooming and boarding businesses in Los Angeles. We have 2 central locations in L.A. Country and serve tens of thousands of customers a year. As we don't want...
$1,200,000
Boba Tea Shop in Rancho Cucamonga
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
Established Boba Tea Shop 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 out with...
6
$89,000
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
Established Dropship Auto Parts & Accessories E-Commerce Website
Orange County, CA
We are offering a thriving online drop shipping Auto Parts & Accessories website. This is a unique opportunity to acquire a business with proven revenue-generating capabilities and significant growth...
$140,000
Cash Flow: $75,000
Alexis Devries
HCC Real Estate
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
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Bike Shop Sales Service Rental High Cash Flow
San Diego County, CA
High performing bicycle retail shop in beautiful and sunny San Diego. It is professionally branded and recognized as a top industry performer. More than a bicycle shop, this is a professionally...
$235,000
Cash Flow: $109,000
$1.3M Revenue Amazon wholesale business turn key
San Diego County, CA
ESTABLISHED AMAZON WHOLESALE BUSINESS - $1.35M ANNUAL REVENUE Turnkey eCommerce opportunity specializing in natural and shelf-stable grocery products with proven 5-year operating history and strong...
6
$375,000
Cash Flow: $89,500
Wellness Franchise Group in Riverside/San Bernadino, CA | $2.3M SDE
$11,250,000
Riverside County, CA
Independent Gas Station with Real Estate / C-Store/ Car Wash for Sale
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
San Joaquin County, CA
Business Overview:- Established, high-traffic independent gas station with convenience store and car wash located on a major street and freeway ramp. Operating for over 30 years, this well-maintained...
$5,450,000
Profitable Tech Retail and Services Business in Silicon Valley
Los Altos, CA
Transworld Business Advisors of Fremont DRE# 02194963 presents: An established and profitable computer repair and IT services business is now available for acquisition. This business consists of 5...
$900,000
Cash Flow: $407,070
FranchiseTouching Hearts at Home
Available in California
Touching Hearts at Home is one of the largest privately owned franchises in the Home Health industry. We help people age in place with dignity and care.
$75,000
See More FranchisesTechnology Retail/Repair Business in Santa Clara County
Santa Clara County, CA
Transworld Business Advisors of Fremont DRE# 02194963 presents: This is an independently operated technology repair and services business based in Santa Clara County. For over 15 years, it has...
$425,000
Cash Flow: $190,608
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...
Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $400,000
Designer Store for Sale
La Jolla, CA
Established Designer Women's Clothing Store - La Jolla, CA This well-established women's clothing boutique has been successfully operating for over 30 years, specializing in exclusive Eva Varro...
5
$54,000
Cash Flow: $100,000
Profitable, Beloved DIY Pottery Studio in Prime Location
San Joaquin County, CA
This thriving, artist-friendly pottery painting studio offers a fully operational business with strong community ties, growing revenue, and an unbeatable location. It has become a popular destination...
$405,000
Cash Flow: $130,000
Cash Flowing Corporate Rental Business - Bay Area, CA
San Mateo County, CA
***BOOKINGS INTO 2025*** Welcome to our thriving business offering three arbitrage rental properties nestled in the heart of Belmont, CA. These 3 meticulously curated units boast a combination of...
5
$178,000
Burger joint for sale in El Cerrito shopping center
El Cerrito, CA
Here's your chance to own a popular hamburger restaurant in the bustling El Cerrito shopping center in California. This thriving business is situated in a prime location, nestled amongst top-tier...
$150,000
Well-Established Moving Company - Nearly $1M Annual Sales
Los Angeles County, CA
Established and highly reputable moving and relocation company with operations spanning three major U.S. markets (Southern California, East Coast). The business has demonstrated consistent...
$690,000
Cash Flow: $340,000
Cabinet manufacturer with fully equipped facility.
Orange County, CA
Business Description: Cabinet manufacturing operation specializing in European-style cabinetry using prefinished panels, serving trade clients in Orange County. The business includes modern CNC...
$225,000
Turnkey Restaurant & Bar for Sale
Hawthorne, CA
Don’t miss this rare opportunity to own a profitable, turnkey restaurant and bar for sale in Hawthorne, California. Tapville Social – Hawthorne is a modern self-pour taproom and full-service...
6
$575,000
FranchiseHealthier4U Vending
Available Nationwide
Are you passionate about owning your own business? Are you interested in giving people the choice to eat healthy? If the answer is yes, then you have found the right partner to build you a successful healthy vending business. At Healthier4U Vending we share your passion and want you to join us to give the choice to eat healthy to everyone. Come see how together we can change your life.
$53,000
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.
