Modesto, CA
Fully Equipped Shop with Service Technician! SPECIALIZED RIM REPAIR BUSINESS - ESTABLISHED 2017 This turn-key auto repair specialty shop offers a unique opportunity in the Central Valley's rim repair...
$237,000
Cash Flow: $125,000
Modesto, CA
Fully Equipped Shop with Service Technician! SPECIALIZED RIM REPAIR BUSINESS - ESTABLISHED 2017 This turn-key auto repair specialty shop offers a unique opportunity in the Central Valley's rim repair...
$237,000
Cash Flow: $125,000

Beverly Hills, CA
After building this clinic from the ground up, I’m now making it available for the right buyer. This is a fully operational, cash-pay telehealth clinic with licensed providers already in place,...
$75,000
La Jolla, CA
Step into a health-conscious, fast-casual concept with proven cash flow and a loyal customer base. This turnkey juice bar serves smoothies, cold-pressed juices and açaí bowls and more, all from a...
$447,801
Northridge, CA
This is a well-established, mitigation-focused restoration business serving a dense, high-demand market in the Los Angeles metro area. The company specializes in water, fire, mold, and biohazard...
$1,400,000
Cash Flow: $558,147
San Jose, CA
Online auction: January 26-28, 2026
$600,000 starting bid
Alameda, CA
Since 2019 this restaurant has been serving patrons of Alameda and the East Bay with an incredible menu of meats, chicken and fish. The kitchen and restaurant were totally built from the ground up in...
$450,000
Cash Flow: $180,000
Orange County, CA
*If you submit your name, email, and phone number and do not automatically get an NDA-Buyer Profile from rgilanpour@tworld.com within 30 minutes, please reach out to us directly: 714-923-1222 ext.704*...
$1,490,000
Cash Flow: $424,413
Garden Grove, CA
An excellent opportunity to acquire a fully equipped supermarket operating in a strong market. The business features: fairly new appliances, huge parking lot for customers, well-trained staff, and a...
$3,500,000
Half Moon Bay, CA
For nearly 50 years, this harbor-front institution has served as a landmark gathering place in Pillar Point Harbor, one of Northern California’s most visited coastal destinations. The business sits at...
$1,895,000
EBITDA: $403,000
California
This facility is the most fully equipped bodybuilding and powerlifting gym in the region. Established in 2018, the business has become a premier high-performance training center known for its “Stand...
$950,000
Cash Flow: $451,868
Available in California
Join the leader in the $1.6B alloy wheel repair/restore industry since 2004. Prime franchises locations. Low start-up cost, mobile-based, B2B. High margins.
$60,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Riverside County, CA
Imagine walking into your own successful sports bar and grill - and the best part? You're buying everything, including the building and land. No landlord headaches, no lease worries. This is complete...
$2,950,000
San Mateo County, CA
ref#790 Located in the heart of Silicon Valley and surrounded by an affluent community, this well-established ENT practice offers an exceptional opportunity for growth. With $1,072,889 in gross...
$550,000
Cash Flow: $743,529
Santa Cruz County, CA
Thriving Santa Cruz Spa – Loyal Clientele, Booked Solid, Turnkey Ready Operating in Santa Cruz since 2011, this well-established day spa has earned a radiant reputation—and it shows. With a large,...
$190,000
Cash Flow: $96,864
San Francisco, CA
Rare Modern Turnkey San Francisco Laundromat with Strong Cash Flow. This is as passive an income stream as you can get. Opportunities like this do not come around often. This is a truly rare chance to...
$525,000
Cash Flow: $115,000
Los Angeles, CA
Business Description Passive HIGH income EV rental car company ASSET BACKED INVESTMENTS THAT GENERATES thousands of dollars immediately. Sounds too good to be true? IT'S REAL! Hands-Off EV Rental...
$80,000
Yusef Mijalli
Gentile Real Estate
Serving Fresno County, CA
At Gentile Commercial, we specialize in facilitating seamless business transactions for buyers and sellers. With a deep understanding of market trends, valuation, and negotiation, our team is dedicated to helping entrepreneurs transition smoothly, whether buying their first business or selling an established enterprise. We prioritize integrity, confidentiality, and personalized service to ensure each deal is tailored to meet the unique goals of our clients. From small businesses to larger enterprises, we guide our clients every step of the way, maximizing value and ensuring a successful outcome. Your business journey deserves expert support—let us be your trusted partner in navigating the complexities of buying or selling a business.
Riverside, CA
Transform your medical career with this turnkey internal medicine practice delivering immediate profitability and established patient loyalty in thriving Riverside City and County, California. You'll...
$448,000
Cash Flow: $261,285
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Fresno, CA
Building/Business/Inventory value over $3,000,000 asking only $2,500,000. Building alone will be worth this in a year or less. There is nothing else this size in good location like this one....
$2,500,000
Los Angeles County, CA
ESTABLISHED PARTY SUPPLY WHOLESALE & RETAIL BUSINESS - $7M REVENUE, $2M PROFIT This well-established party supply distribution business has operated successfully for over 20 years in Los Angeles...
$10,000,000
Cash Flow: $2,300,000
Tustin, CA
Major opportunity to own a modern, contemporary fast-casual Chinese restaurant located in the highly desirable Tustin/Irvine Marketplace, one of Orange County’s busiest and most visible dining...
$269,000
San Diego, CA
Exceptional owner/operator opportunity. This business has been running successfully with absentee ownership and did 950,000 last year from Credit card only sales. The owner lives in LA and seeks to...
$399,000
Cash Flow: $175,000
Available Nationwide
Restoring What Matters Most™ - Full-Service Property Restoration
$100,000
Glendora, CA
Rare chance to acquire a highly respected interventional cardiology clinic with premier hospital access, an established referral network, and outstanding profitability (close to $1M a year). Business...
$1,950,000
Cash Flow: $926,149
San Rafael, CA
For over two decades, LegUp Dog Walking has been Marin County’s trusted name in professional pet care. Established in 2003, this owner-operated business provides reliable group dog walks and overnight...
$110,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
California
This profitable and long-established Western wear retailer has been serving loyal customers for decades, offering authentic apparel, boots, hats, and accessories. With repeat business, community...
$3,300,000
Van Nuys, CA
This is an OPPORTUNITY that you don't want to miss out on. The BODY SHOP is..... TURNKEY and Fully Equipped....Including a PERMITTED SPRAY BOOTH. Highly respected in the COMMUNITY. Known for QUALITY...
$475,000
Cash Flow: $194,500
Beverly Hills, CA
Consistently growing Amazon FBA brand with strong margins and minimal owner involvement. This product line has demonstrated reliable performance in the competitive kitchenware niche and is...
$50,000
California
Business Overview: • Contracted Service Area (CSA) operating out of Southern California • 50% eCommerce (Residential) and 50% (Commercial) Pickup & Delivery routes • Currently running 12 P&D routes,...
$1,249,000
Cash Flow: $342,054
Los Angeles County, CA
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a 13 year established online tattoo supply (Tattoo Kit, Tattoo Ink, Tattoo Machines, Tattoo Accessories etc.) business with consistent Amazon sales across the...
$100,000
San Diego County, CA
Exciting Business Opportunity: Profitable Sandblasting & Powder Coating Shop in San Diego County! This is your chance to own a well-established, profitable sandblasting and powder coating business...
$195,000
Cash Flow: $75,000
Alameda County, CA
Discover a rare opportunity to own a 100% occupied and highly profitable salon suite business. This turnkey operation offers a simplified, semi-absentee business model with consistent recurring...
$700,000
EBITDA: $138,000
San Francisco, CA
This established Bay Area remodeling company has been serving residential and light-commercial clients for over 20 years, earning a strong reputation for quality craftsmanship, reliability, and...
$965,000
Cash Flow: $284,700
Available in California
JETSET Pilates is a 50-Minute High-Intensity, Low Impact Full-Body Workout on our custom JETSET Reformer. JETSET Pilates blends traditional Pilates with intentional choreography and seamless transitions, creating a dynamic, high-intensity, low-impact workout that keeps muscles under constant tension for fast, transformative results
$200,000
Westminster, CA
REALEST is proud to present an exceptional opportunity to acquire a long standing Chinese / Vietnamese restaurant in Westminster known for its comforting home style cooking and loyal patron base of...
$895,000
Elk Grove, CA
This successful online supplement store operates around a fundamental truth: people prioritize their health and treat their wellness as essential spending. During market downturns, health-focused...
$117,000
Cash Flow: $698,245
Los Angeles, CA
High-End Business Networking Club - Established Chapter for Sale. This is your opportunity to step into ownership of an established chapter of CEO Life, a premier business networking, education,...
$1,000,000
EBITDA: $576,992
Orange County, CA
Rare opportunity to own two(2) High Gross, High Net, Mexican Restaurants with Real Estate(Land & Building) centrally located in County of Orange. Please note, that these well established businesses...
$10,000,000
Cash Flow: $1,297,505
Elk Grove, CA
Established Fatburger franchise opportunity in Elk Grove, CA, generating $407,000 in annual revenue. This turnkey hamburger restaurant operates in a prime shopping center location anchored by Raley's...
$259,000
Available in California
Unlock Your Future with FS Cut & Color! Join a thriving community of nearly 600 franchises and counting with FS Cut & Color. Leverage our affordable luxury brand, low overhead, and simple operations for a stable investment in the ever-growing hair care industry. Benefit from our cutting-edge POS and color technology, exclusive product lines, and comprehensive franchise support. With thousands of available territories and a proven business model, you can scale your business efficiently. Discover how you can start your journey with FS Cut & Color and achieve entrepreneurial success.
$50,000
Los Angeles, CA
PROFITABLE WATER AND HERBS STORE - 25 YEARS ESTABLISHED This well-established health food and nutrition business has been serving the Hollywood, California community since 1998. Located in a prime 800...
$125,000
Cash Flow: $68,000
San Luis Obispo County, CA
This is a fantastic opportunity to acquire a well-established and profitable B2B service provider located in northern San Luis Obispo County. The business is widely recognized for its exceptional...
$150,000
Riverside County, CA
This profitable wholesale and retail appliance parts business is a trusted source for commercial B2B and DIY repair customers across the Inland Empire and nationwide. It benefits from a loyal repeat...
$299,000
Cash Flow: $132,325
Los Angeles, CA
Wound Care Practice. The practice has the PTAN numbers and is ready for operations....
$240,000
Glendale, CA
Home health care business. Licensed, accredited, and has an active PTAN number....
$220,000
David Blatteis
Blatteis Realty Co. Inc.
Serving San Francisco County, CA
Independently owned and operated since 1922, Blatteis Realty was one of the first San Francisco real estate companies to specialize in retail and office space for lease. By emphasizing cooperation amongst our own team members as well as the brokerage community, our company's presence and knowledge of San Francisco and the Greater Bay Area has, for almost a century, secured the multigenerational loyalty of Property Owners, Institutional Organizations, Tenants, Principal Developers, and Brokers. Blatteis Realty's reputation for collaboration, knowledge, and extensive service grew alongside San Francisco's rise as a world center and international destination for fashion, retail, and entertainment. Our firm is a full-service brokerage company that covers the complete range of commercial real estate transactions: Retail Real Estate Services, Investment Sales & Acquisitions, Tenant Representation, Landlord Representation, Location Strategy Services, Commercial Real Estate Consulting Services, Property Management, and more. Our team of experts knows the value of maintaining relationships. Our clients know us for our knowledge and integrity. For a complete list of the services offered, please browse our website or contact us directly.
Los Angeles, CA
Home Health Care. Licensed, accredited, and has an active PTAN number....
$220,000
San Diego County, CA
This opportunity represents the acquisition of a well-established, multi-territory in-home care franchise operating in a highly desirable Southern California coastal market. Founded in the mid-2010s,...
$7,400,000
Cash Flow: $1,600,000
San Diego, CA
Business Overview: SoCal Vows is an established Southern California wedding company providing ceremony and coordination services for couples who want a simple, organized, and personal experience. The...
$295,000
Cash Flow: $130,000
Modesto, CA
Location: Modesto, CA 95356 Size: 1,600 sq. ft. | Seating Capacity: 32 Monthly Rent: $4442 (below market average) Lease: 5 years remaining Price: $250,000 Highlights: * Located in a busy shopping...
$250,000
Cash Flow: $120,000
Orange County, CA
Established Sign & Graphics Business for Sale - Turnkey Sign Shop in High-Growth Orange County Market Turn-key opportunity to own a successful sign-making franchise in the heart of South Orange...
$55,000
Available Nationwide
Full-Service Plumbing, Sewer, and Drain Company
$40,000
Orange County, CA
Take advantage of a rare opportunity to acquire a profitable, well-established sign shop at a significantly reduced price. Due to an unexpected family relocation out of state, the owner is offering...
$149,900
EBITDA: $30,000
Alameda County, CA
Sign fabrication, sales and installation. Given the rapid expansion of the East Bay area, I was looking to be involved in a business that would be able to capitalize on the extensive growth. With new...
$274,000
Cash Flow: $20,000
Riverside County, CA
Established in 2003, this profitable promotional products and marketing services business presents an outstanding opportunity for an entrepreneur seeking a turnkey operation with proven success....
$149,000
Cash Flow: $60,000
Irvine, CA
This is a thriving e-commerce pet supply store with an exceptional track record of strong revenue and loyal customers who return again and again. Pet owners treat their animals like family - they...
$119,000
Cash Flow: $711,221
Los Angeles County, CA
For over two decades, this Honda and Toyota specialist has been the trusted automotive partner for countless families across Los Angeles County. Founded in 2000 with a simple yet powerful vision - to...
$258,000
Cash Flow: $150,000
Available in California
The #1 award winning senior care franchise that offers a low cost of entry with multiple revenue streams. Our national network of franchise professionals provide guidance for families and their loved ones including locating the best long-term living options and eldercare consulting services.
$50,000
Los Angeles, CA
A licensed, ready-to-operate business with your choice of clientele....
$220,000
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 |
|
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.