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...

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

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

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...
$120,000
Cash Flow: $72,000

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...
$75,000
Cash Flow: $300,000
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
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
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
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...
$150,000
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...
$300,000
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...
$75,000
Cash Flow: $91,000
Available in California
Altitude Trampoline Park is the premier family entertainment destination, bringing active family fun to the global communities it serves. As one of the world's largest family entertainment franchises, the brand has grown to more than 85 locations open or in development across 29 states and four countries.
$400,000
See More FranchisesDiamond 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
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
$1,500,000
California
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
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...
$425,000
Cash Flow: $222,000
Michael Wildeveld, CBB, CBI, CM&AP, M&AMI, CEPA
The Veld Group
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
Our Real Estate Specialists, Consultants and Accountants are licensed California and Nevada Real Estate Brokers and/or Agents, with many holding top MBA degrees, CPA credentials, Juris Doctorate Degrees (CA and NV), and various other prestigious designations with the International Association of Business Brokers (IBBA), the California Association of Business Brokers (CABB), the Exit Planning Institute (EPI), athe National Association of Certified Business Valuators and Analysts (NACVA), the Alliance of Merger & Acquisition Advisors (AM&AA), the Mergers & Acquisitions Source, and the Association for Corporate Growth (ACG).
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
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...
$89,000
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
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
San Jose, CA
Indulge your passion for beauty and style by acquiring this prestigious, highly profitable hair salon. The salon sits in a prime location in Santa Clara County, surrounded by upscale boutiques, fine...
$200,000
Available in California
Door Renew focuses on refinishing wood and fiberglass doors, Front Entry doors, side doors and Interior doors for homes an businesses. Door Renew provides a professional restoration alternative to replacement.
$150,000
See More FranchisesSan 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
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...
$375,000
Cash Flow: $89,500
$178,000
Concord, CA
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
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
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
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
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...
$54,000
Cash Flow: $100,000
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
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...
$178,000
Available in California
Delivering accessible and personalized skincare and massage services, Hand & Stone has over 550 locations in the US with 1300+ available trade areas to grow in. After 20 years of consecutive growth, we have an average unit volume of $1.4 million!
$150,000
See More FranchisesEl 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
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
$1,191,000
Marin County, CA
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
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...
$575,000
Available Nationwide
Send Me a Pro is the first Home Services Platform Franchise, enabling you to aggregate multiple home services under one franchise.
$49,599
See More FranchisesSan Bernardino County, CA
An experienced plastic injection molding manufacturer needs new CEO to replace founder and owner. Within SBA limits, the business provides cash flow for growth investment and significant return on...
$725,000
Cash Flow: $178,000
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
Glendale, CA
Perfect little neighborhood bar, dating back to prohibition! Great clientele & staff. Full line of liquor, no kitchen!! Already a success and fully renovated, this little bar makes for easy extra...
$550,000
Sacramento County, CA
Profitable FedEx “mid size” Linehaul opportunity with a strong mix of dedicated and unassigned team runs. Complete with solid equipment, seasoned BC and trained drivers in place. This is a turnkey...
$3,500,000
Cash Flow: $875,000
Lake County, CA
Turn-Key Coffee Shop & Bookstore for Sale – A Beloved Community Staple for Over 20 Years Nestled in the heart of the downtown Cobb area, this charming coffee shop and bookstore presents a rare...
$250,000
Cash Flow: $49,774
Nancy Seth
Pryia International Inc.
Serving San Bernardino County, CA
Gas Station Broker Queen | California
Rocklin, CA
Are you ready to step into the glamorous world of luxury beauty services? Look no further! An incredible opportunity awaits you in a premier upscale retail destination. About the Business: This...
$50,000
Alameda County, CA
IT services and Managed Service Provider (MSP) $734,615 Revenue, $253,652 Discretionary Earnings is available for acquisition. The business is offered at $735,000 and is pre-approved with SBA...
$735,000
Cash Flow: $253,652
$99,000
Orange, CA
Riverside County, CA
Exceptional Electrical Contractor $18 million sales, $1.4 million Discretionary Earnings, and $1.2 million EBITDA is available for acquisition with SBA financing. The business is offered at $5 million...
$5,000,000
Cash Flow: $1,430,813
Anaheim, CA
Established for over 30 years, this Southern California-based contractor specializes in the maintenance and repair of commercial water features, fountains, and aquatic systems for property management...
$3,700,000
Cash Flow: $1,367,484
Available Nationwide
Impressive average gross revenue of $1,230,180!* Join the #1 Surface Refinishing Brand, ranked by Entrepreneur Magazine!
$45,000
See More FranchisesLos Angeles County, CA
Established environmental testing and mold inspection company with recurring clients and a trusted name among elite Los Angeles homeowners and entertainment professionals. The owner works part-time,...
$420,000
Cash Flow: $225,000
Los Angeles County, CA
Exceptional Baja Fresh opportunity in a prime, walkable neighborhood with strong local demand. This location generated $1.31M in annual sales, well above the system average, of $911k reflecting its...
$500,000
Cash Flow: $183,781
Los Angeles County, CA
Discover a thriving, veteran-founded home services company operating in Southern California’s booming energy-efficiency and fireproofing market. This established business delivers insulation,...
$1,800,000
Cash Flow: $661,106
Los Angeles County, CA
Great opportunity to own a well-established Charleys Cheesesteaks franchise in a busy, high-traffic location in the San Fernando Valley. This popular fast-casual brand is known nationwide for fresh,...
$599,000
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...
$225,000
EBITDA: $141,201
Lake Hughes, CA
Armrest cushion manufacturing business Brand, for auto and home/office uses, with thousands of positive reviews on ecommerce websites. Great opportunity for an individual or family to operate a...
$30,000
Cash Flow: $40,000
West Covina, CA
Established restaurant business located in West Covina, California, offering an immediate turnkey opportunity in a prime high-traffic location with excellent visibility. This fully operational...
$200,000
Cash Flow: $4,000
Los Angeles, CA
Serving the community for over 20 years, Biju Pet Spa is a well-established pet grooming & supply store with a loyal clientele base and great street exposure & signage. Don't miss the opportunity to...
$140,000
Fremont, CA
Cauldron Ice Cream Franchise for Sale – Turnkey Opportunity in Prime Location Step into a well-established Cauldron Ice Cream franchise — a brand known for its signature puffle cones, artisan ice...
$160,000
Available in California
FACE FOUNDRIÉ is an efficient and effective focused facial bar that provides affordable, approachable and accessible skincare in a modern and inclusive space. The brand launched franchising in 2021 and since then has opened 60+ locations nationwide and is on track to open 150 locations by 2027. The model includes cost effective build-outs, multiple revenue streams, and the ability to scale and grow.
$250,000
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
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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:
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.