San Diego County, CA
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Businesses For Sale in California
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Community Management Company For Sale, San Diego
$750,000
Cash Flow: $140,000
Electrical Business - Profitable In Silicon Valley
Milpitas, CA
VERY EASY TO RUN! Electrical price book already built into CRM (2 years to fully complete) For sale is a well-established, licensed Electrical company servicing the greater Bay Area since 2018. With...
$900,000
Cash Flow: $420,000
Salad Dressing Manufacturing
Los Angeles County, CA
Small family-owned salad dressing business located in the San Fernando Valley. Established and great potential for growth! Business is turn-key and ready to be taken on by new owners!...
$55,000
40yr Established Commercial Electrical Services Company
Orange County, CA
*Electrical experience required.* This acquisition represents an opportunity to acquire a profitable and established electrical services Company with recurring revenue, substantial inventory assets,...
$3,500,000
Cash Flow: $752,168
Disneyland Airbnb Sublease Business For Sale
Orange County, CA
Established short-term rental arbitrage business featuring 10 fully furnished, Disney-themed properties strategically located in Orange County, California. This turnkey operation has been successfully...
$100,000
Cash Flow: $400,000
High-Volume Pinkberry San Diego, CA - Fashion Valley Shopping Mall!
San Diego, CA
Offering premium nonfat frozen yogurt in both tart and sweet, plus dairy free-options. Their top-quality flavor selection varies from their popular original tart flavor to a wide rotation of...
$249,000
Cash Flow: $95,707
Glassware Branding Business with Established Client Base
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...
6
$70,000
Beverage Drinks Shop FOR SALE in City of Industry
City Of Industry, CA
Seize the opportunity to own a well-established and popular tea, coffee, juice, beverage type shop location in the bustling City of Industry. This turn-key business location offers a unique chance to...
$100,000
Pet Supplies & Dog Bakery – Beloved 18-Yr Biz, Turnkey Retail + Online
Anaheim, CA
For nearly two decades, Jackboy’s Dog Bakery has been Southern California’s trusted destination for healthy, handmade gourmet dog treats. We have been sought out by local news and TV Channels too...
6
$175,000
Cash Flow: $70,000
Established Boutique Spa with Loyal Clientele and Growth Potential
Sacramento County, CA
Well-established and fully equipped wellness spa located in a high-income area of Northern California. The business has built a loyal customer base over the years and offers a range of services with...
$85,000
FranchiseHealthy Smart Mart™
Available Nationwide
Micro markets are the future of break-rooms and these “automated convenience stores” are BOOMING! Key to your success is our growing brand recognition, training, and support. Not to mention that the Healthy Smart Mart™ proprietary payment kiosk and phone “app-based" payment system are cutting edge!
$23,000
See More FranchisesEstablished, quaint , modern, space efficient designed hair salon
Mountain View, CA
Since 2016 in busy foot traffic, surrounded by restaurants, bars, coffee shops, tech companies and others in downtown Mountain View. Located in the middle of the Santa Clara county with a population...
2
$48,000
Established and Profitable Car Wrap Business (Prime Location)
Temple City, CA
Established and Profitable Car Wrap Business (Prime Location) This thriving car wrap and PPF business has been successfully operating since 2020 in Temple City, California, serving the affluent Los...
6
$50,000
Profitable HVAC Biz- 13+ Years, Recurring Clients, Turnkey Operation
$479,021
Riverside, CA
Gas Station for Sale – 90,000 Gallons/Month + $40K Net!
Alameda County, CA
Ready to step into a proven, profitable business you can run from day one? This high-volume ARCO gas station delivers strong cash flow every month through fuel sales, convenience market, and extra...
3
$1,995,000
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...
2
$2,000,000
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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Great Opportunities to Own 2 Dental Labs - Excellent Growth Potentials
Anaheim, CA
Exceptional opportunity to acquire two established dental laboratories operating in a prime Anaheim, Orange County location. Smile Plus Dental Lab and Cube Milling Center represent a unique...
6
$1,095,000
BBQ Restaurant
Escondido, CA
Great Business to own and run. The business is in a shopping center and surrounded by other shopping centers / the business is easy to run and profitable. The business has been open since 1960. This...
6
$150,000
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
Lodi Pool Service Route for Sale
San Joaquin County, CA
Excellent starter route. Easy pools, overall fast pools to keep maintained. Own your own recession-proof business. Create your own schedule - no evenings or weekends. Work from home or an office....
$31,200
Cash Flow: $38,000
Established Togo's Sandwich Franchise Opportunity
Orange County, CA
End-cap Togo’s restaurant available in a well-positioned shopping center, surrounded by a strong customer base in a high-value neighborhood. Togo’s is a trusted regional sandwich brand with more than...
$295,000
Cash Flow: $149,183
FranchiseUrban Air Adventure Park
Available in California
Urban Air Indoor Adventure Parks are redefining family entertainment. The Vision is becoming the world largest and more respected family entertainment company in the World while keeping children active.
$750,000
See More FranchisesFully Equipped Auto Repair Shop with Strong Earnings | Sacramento Area
Sacramento, CA
This well-established automotive repair shop is fully equipped to handle a wide range of vehicle repair and maintenance needs. The facility is outfitted with the tools, equipment, and expertise to...
$1,690,000
Cash Flow: $661,314
QUIZNOS Sub 20 Years in Business in middle of San Clemente.
San Clemente, CA
ESTABLISHED SANDWICH SHOP - 20 YEARS OF SUCCESS This well-established deli and sandwich shop represents an exceptional opportunity in the heart of San Clemente, Orange County. Operating successfully...
$145,000
Turnkey Boutique Winery & Fortress-Like Safe Haven Estate in Calif.
$835,000
Yokuts Valley, CA
PHO PLACE, spacious restaurant specialist in Vietnamese Pho
Anaheim, CA
ESTABLISHED PHO RESTAURANT - PRIME ANAHEIM LOCATION This well-established Vietnamese restaurant has been serving authentic pho and Vietnamese cuisine since 2015, building a loyal customer base over 9...
3
$300,000
Profitable Kids Party & Play Franchise – Strong Orange County Location
Orange, CA
An exciting opportunity to acquire a top-rated indoor children’s playground and birthday party venue in Orange County. With steady monthly revenue and a loyal customer base, this business combines...
$600,000
Premier High End Medical Spa in LA County
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...
$1,700,000
Cash Flow: $473,381
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
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...
6
$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
FranchiseThe Dog Stop
Available Nationwide
Take a BITE out of the pet care industry with five key revenue drivers in one modern facility!
$150,000
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 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...
6
$350,000
Cash Flow: $120,000
Collectible Toy Vending - A Passive Income Machine! $4.5K+ Per Month
$30,000
San Bernardino, CA
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
Established 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
FranchiseFirst Choice Business Brokers
Available in California
First Choice Business Brokers are a team of passionate professionals that assist buyers and sellers of small to medium-sized businesses with their buying/selling transactions. With over 25 years of industry-leading experience, new franchise owners are expertly trained in a proven business model. This unique opportunity offers multiple streams of revenue by helping business owners.
$75,000
See More FranchisesFranchise 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
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
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
Salim Farha
Realty Executives of Northern California
Serving Merced County, CA
At Realty Executives Commercial we go the extra mile for our clients. We offer services in a sense as if we are purchasing or selling assets for our selves, that is the type of service you can expect from working with us. We tailor our interactions with you according to your needs and goals you are trying to achieve. We never leave any stones unturned trying to accomplish purchases, sales, leasing, buyouts, build outs, developing or just merely growing your portfolios.
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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
A Passive Toy Vending Machine That Makes $54,000/Year in the U.S.?!
$30,000
Victorville, CA
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
Car 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
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
See More FranchisesThriving, 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
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
Detox 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
FranchiseFleet Services International
Available Nationwide
Become an "EXCLUSIVE DEALER". Huge first-year profit potential, and 100% financing for those who qualify, FSI has been the #1 industry leader for over 15 years.
$75,000
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.
