Glendora, CA
Established Women's Boutique - Fashion Forward for All Women This thriving women's clothing boutique has built a strong reputation since opening in 2018, serving the Glendora community with inclusive...
Businesses For Sale in California
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Established Womans Boutique
2
$60,000
Established Permanent Makeup Pigment Manufacturing Company
California
For over 30 years, this well-established company has specialized in the production and sale of high-quality permanent makeup pigments for the beauty industry and paramedical applications. Founded in...
6
$700,000
Established Subway in Corona California, Turnkey Operation Easy to Ope
Corona, CA
• Location: High-traffic, high-visibility; steady walk-in/local demand • Build-out: Recent Fresh Forward remodel; updated equipment; modern décor • Performance: Consistent sales and profitability;...
5
$139,000
Cash Flow: $49,000
Hot Chicken and SmashBurger Restaurant Mission Valley
San Diego, CA
Hot Chickz is a popular and thriving hot chicken restaurant located in the heart of Mission Valley, California. Renowned for its mouthwatering, crispy, and flavorful chicken, Hot Chickz has become a...
6
$350,000
Cash Flow: $750,000
Established Video Surveillance & Alarm Company
Riverside, CA
The Business was established in 1993 and incorporated in 2007. This business has an excellent reputation; offering CCTV, Burglar Alarm, Access Control and Data cabling services. It has earned trust of...
$699,000
Cash Flow: $197,000
South Placer Boba Tea profitable with potential
Placer County, CA
Opportunity to purchase a profitable Boba tea & dessert concept in South Placer County shopping center, a national tenant, and busy highway are there for you to succeed. Excellent end-cap location...
$87,500
Cash Flow: $40,323
Build the Next Big Thing in Outdoor Entertainment
Los Angeles, CA
This is a rare chance to buy a fully operational outdoor entertainment business with over 35 years of history, loyal customers, and a strong brand in place. The business is known for hosting...
$175,000
Beer and Wine matket at heavy traffic location
Los Angeles, CA
The beer and wine market, currently operated by a semi-absentee owner, is seeking a motivated buyer. The store is a little over 2,000 sq. ft. and offers ample parking. Additional income sources...
$249,000
Under contract-Growing Home Healthcare Franchise For Sale
Shasta County, CA
Imagine owning a thriving home healthcare franchise that truly makes a difference in people's lives every single day. This established franchise serves the bustling North Austin region, covering Round...
$350,000
Cash Flow: $162,406
Profitable Pool Service & Installation Business!
Fremont, CA
Profitable Pool Service Route – Diamond Opportunity in the Bay Area! Don’t miss this rare chance to own a well-established residential pool service, installation, & repair business with outstanding...
$240,000
FranchiseApricot Lane Boutique
Available Nationwide
Apricot Lane Boutique is the #1 women’s fashion franchise. $758K AUV, launch in as little as 6 months, no fashion experience required!
$80,000
See More FranchisesProfitable, well established HVAC Company
Los Angeles County, CA
This long-established HVAC contracting company specializes in installation, maintenance, and repair services for residential and light commercial clients across LA and Ventura County with some...
$300,000
Cash Flow: $144,000
Turnkey Flooring, Tile & Home Design Business in the Coachella Valley
Palm Springs, CA
This beautiful 4300 sq ft tile and design home improvement showroom in the heart of the Coachella Valley features contemporary and mid-century modern products. There is a diverse selection of top high...
$1,725,000
FIRESALE! $299,999 Turn-Key Restaurant on Higuera St. BubbleGum Alley!
$299,995
San Luis Obispo, CA
Well outfitted Restaurant & Taphouse in South Placer County
Placer County, CA
Restaurant & Tap House – South Placer County, California This is an established Casual Dining Restaurant and Tap house ln a highly visible thoroughfare. The concept features a full menu of American...
$139,000
Cash Flow: $40,500
Turnkey Auto Repair Business – Busy Corner Location with High Traffic
Anaheim, CA
Established Auto Repair Business - Prime Anaheim Location This turnkey auto repair shop presents an exceptional opportunity for investors, owner-operators, or experienced mechanics seeking an...
6
$274,999
Cash Flow: $75,000
Lloyd Silver, CFA, CBB
BTI Group
Serving Contra Costa County, CA
Business Team, a unit of BTI Group, is the largest independent business brokerage firm in the Western United States specializing in arranging the purchase and sale of privately owned companies. During our third of a century of existence, we have developed both an unmatched depth of experience (an aggregate of several hundred years!) and a vast network of individual, corporate, and investment group buyers. Why Choose Business Team: * Complete confidentiality * Over 70 full-time associates * Willingness to cooperate with other brokers to expand the buyer pool * Full marketing services * No upfront fees * Over 40 years of experience with more than 7,000 businesses sold
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Auto Body Shop for Sale – Turnkey, Fully Equipped, and Established!
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...
6
Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $800,000
Pre-Tariffs Inventory Fully Stocked Furniture and Lighting Store
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...
6
$65,000
VF Sales & Imports (Food Distribution)
Palm Desert, CA
VF Sales & Imports is a well-established family-owned wholesale food distributor based in the greater Coachella Valley, specializing in providing high-quality fresh cut meats, including pork, chicken,...
$695,000
Cash Flow: $172,742
Stylish skincare and makeup retail for sale in Concord CA
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...
2
$75,000
Optometry Practice For Sale
Los Angeles County, CA
You could step into a Great Opportunity nestled in Southern California's San Fernando Valley. This practice is ideal for someone who wants to be their own boss, have work-life balance with schedule...
4
$189,000
Cash Flow: $400,000
FranchiseHello Sugar
Available in California
Hello Sugar dominates the Hair Removal category by offering the trifecta: wax, sugar, & laser hair removal! Our innovative approach to technology and franchisor services reduces franchisee workload and oversight requirements allowing you to scale without the need to work long nights in the business.
$150,000
See More FranchisesMotive Actual - Everyone has a motive, few take action.
Poway, CA
We are a veteran-owned, fully established lifestyle apparel business with nationwide reach. With over 2,000 customers (25% return rate/2.29% conversion rate) served and a strong foundation in place,...
6
$24,500
Fully Absentee FatBurger Franchise or Bring Your Own Concept
Riverside County, CA
ASSET SALE!! - ABSENTEE Established FATBURGER and Buffalo Express Franchise or Bring your OWN Concept This business currently BREAKS EVEN as a fully absentee concept. It is listed for less than the...
3
$199,999
Cash Flow: $1,000
Restaurant for Sale – Diamond Plaza, Rowland Heights
$300,000
Rowland Heights, CA
Pool Service Route- Wilton, CA
Wilton, CA
***PRICE REDUCED*** JOIN A BILLION DOLLAR INDUSTRY WITH UNLIMITED POTENTIAL! OWN YOUR OWN THRIVING POOL SERVICE ROUTE WITH RECURRING POSITIVE CASH FLOW. Nice well established starter route in Wilton,...
$25,520
Cash Flow: $25,000
Lounge Restaurant w/41 ABC Liquor License 75 Seats - SC2212
California
N. Californian Lounge Restaurant w/41 ABC Liquor License 75 Seats - SC2212 Financial Information Asking Price: $321,000 Cash Flow: On request Gross Revenue: $375,000 Down Payment: $321,000 This...
$321,000
Stretch Lab Franchise in the Heart of San Diego, CA
San Diego, CA
Own a profitable Stretch Lab franchise in one of San Diego’s most health-conscious neighborhoods. This is a proven, revenue-generating business with a loyal membership base and massive growth...
3
$140,000
Cash Flow: $76,800
High Potential Body Shop at San Francisco
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
Fun, Joy & Happy Time Together
Gardena, CA
Once you experience this Historical and trendy Japanese Restaurant in the Torrance/Gardena neighborhood, you will return for taste and price. The owner will decide to sell his handful of other...
5
$145,000
Electrical Business - Profitable In Silicon Valley - Huge Potential!
Milpitas, CA
ARC Electrical Services – Established, Scalable, and Fully Systemized Operation Asking Price: $1,300,000 - Financing Cash Price: $980,000.00 Annual Revenue: $1.5M–$1.8M (Trailing 3 Years) Location:...
$1,300,000
Cash Flow: $390,000
Preschool Business For Sale Milpitas
Milpitas, CA
Known for its diverse community, excellent schools, and convenient access to major highways like I-880 and I-680, making it a desirable place for both families and professionals. The city offers...
$600,000
FranchiseExit Factor
Available in California
Exit Factor is a business coaching franchise that focuses on coaching small to medium sized companies on how to build a valuable and sellable business.
$60,000
See More FranchisesOwn a Steady Cash-Flow Business — Established Laundromat Opportunity!
Sacramento, CA
Step into a proven, hassle-free business with this well-established laundromat opportunity. Conveniently located in a high-traffic area with excellent visibility and easy parking, this clean and...
3
$500,000
Flooring Business - The Nations Leading Franchise - Established
Monterey, CA
ESTABLISHED FLOORING FRANCHISE - MONTEREY BAY This thriving flooring franchise presents an exceptional opportunity in the desirable Monterey Bay market. Operating since 2019, this established business...
$250,000
Nightclub & Day Club with Banda, Bikini Car Washes, EDM, Hip Hop ETC
$699,000
Chula Vista, CA
7 Eleven
Hesperia, CA
PRIME LOCATION, MAJOR INTERSECTION, FAST DEVELOPING CITIES The sale includes Goodwill and Franchise Rights to operate the 7-Eleven store. Store equipment is maintained, updated and replaced by...
$299,000
Global Leader in Fire Investigation Equipment and Field Kits
Fresno County, CA
Transworld Business Advisors San Francisco Cynthia Randall DRE #01421980 This established fire investigation supply firm serves a specialized niche within the emergency response and forensic markets,...
$100,000
Cash Flow: $32,313
FranchiseMerry Maids
Available in California
Merry Maids is a recognized and industry-leading house cleaning franchise in the U.S. Merry Maids has more than 7,000 home cleaning professionals who service homes on four continents, including more than 200,000 homes in North America every month. Merry Maids is proud to be part of Atlanta-based ServiceMaster Global Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: SERV), a leading provider of essential residential and commercial services for over 75 years.
$50,000
See More Franchises7 ELEVEN Major Intersection
Hesperia, CA
PRIME LOCATION, MAJOR INTERSECTION, FAST DEVELOPING CITIES The sale includes Goodwill and Franchise Rights to operate the 7-Eleven store. All store equipment and gasoline pumps are maintained, updated...
$335,000
Mediterranean and South Asian Gourmet Deli
Corona, CA
PRIME LOCATION, MAJOR INTERSECTION, CORONA • Healthy choice an alternative to fast food at affordable price. • Where an average person can enjoy to eat at sit-in restaurant for less than most fast...
$138,000
Home Staging Company with Expansion Potential
Mission Viejo, CA
Well-established home staging and design business serving the Southern California real estate market. The company provides stylish, turnkey staging solutions for realtors, investors, and homeowners...
2
$149,000
Cash Flow: $55,180
Bar & Grill-Prime Downtown Long Beach Location
Long Beach, CA
Surrounded by thousands of residential units in the heart of Downtown Long Beach, this 20 year Bar & grill sits in a prime spot for foot traffic and local business. It’s the perfect neighborhood...
$274,000
Established Liquor Store + Assets for Sale. Value-Add Opportunity
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...
$100,000
Jerome Thissen
National Franchise Sales
Serving Orange County, CA
NFS turns a complex process into a smooth, speedy transaction. Since we work exclusively with franchise businesses, we understand that there are multiple parties involved in each transaction, and we stay on top of details like franchisor approval, lender requirements and lease assignments.
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High-End Restaurant in Chino Hills
Chino Hills, CA
Rare opportunity to own high end chinese restaurants! Rare opportunity to own high end Chinese restaurant businesses at Chino Hills . We are offering the opportunity for a new owner to take the reins...
6
$550,000
Prime Location – Turnkey Dessert Cafe on Busy Main Street
La Verne, CA
Business Overview Step into a profitable and fully equipped bubble tea and dessert café with a full commercial kitchen, located in the heart of La Verne's student hub. This vibrant, turn-key...
6
$150,000
Postal, Mailbox and Shipping Franchise - Upscale Beach LA Community
$125,000
Los Angeles County, CA
Specialized Organic Meal Delivery Focused on Post-Birth Recovery
Marin County, CA
This enterprise has carved out a unique place in the maternal wellness space by offering organic, nutrition-packed meals specifically crafted for the postpartum phase. Established by a duo with...
$445,000
Cash Flow: $170,000
Fully Operating Laundromat - Business Opportunity
Compton, CA
Fully operating large laundromat with 33 washers and 26 dryers (13 sets). Waterless water heaters. New card reading system with security wall and new coin change machine for coin operating options. 2...
$250,000
Cash Flow: $60,000
FranchiseBrain Balance Achievement Centers
Available in California
A sustainable franchise that addresses a growing need and changes people’s lives
$125,000
See More FranchisesUpscale hair salon in great location
Westlake Village, CA
Established upscale hair salon located in the desirable Westlake Village area of Ventura County, offering an exceptional opportunity for growth-minded operators. Operating successfully since 2019,...
5
$40,000
Established Dry Cleaning Business
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...
6
$210,000
Profitable Auto Service Center – 40+ Years of Trust
Los Angeles County, CA
Turn the Key on a Trusted Brand with Expansion Potential West Valley Service Center has built a sterling reputation over four decades of honest, high-quality auto repair. Located in a densely...
$360,000
Cash Flow: $180,309
Wedding and Event Planning Company For Sale
San Juan Capistrano, CA
The Company is a leader in luxury wedding and event planning, offering highly personalized services and exclusive access to Southern California’s most stunning venues. With a proven, efficient...
$250,000
Cash Flow: $183,350
Established 40-Year Fish & Chips Restaurant – Turnkey & Profitable
Los Angeles, CA
Operating continuously from the same Los Angeles location for over four decades, this well-established quick-service Fish & Chips restaurant has become a beloved local favorite. Known for its...
$599,000
Cash Flow: $292,000
Turned Key-Luxury Nail Salon for Sale – Prime Wilshire Blvd
Los Angeles, CA
StarLuxe Nails & Spa Lounge is a beautifully designed, turn-key luxury salon located in the heart of Los Angeles’ Mid-Wilshire District. The salon was built to provide a serene, high-end experience...
$31,000
New Turn Key Restaurant Bar & Grill in Downtown San Luis Obispo
San Luis Obispo, CA
Located in the heart of downtown San Luis Obispo the opportunity awaits for you to start your dream restaurant or continue the success of Bob Cantus Pizza Sports Bar a turnkey restaurant and bar at...
6
$350,000
Well-Established Florist Shop – Business Opportunity in Hemet
Hemet, CA
Well-Established Florist Shop – Business Opportunity in Hemet – Florial Expressions. Discover an exceptional opportunity to own a long-standing, successful florist shop located in the heart of Hemet....
6
$50,000
Rumble Boxing Rocklin Franchise For Sale
Rocklin, CA
Own a high-energy, community-driven boutique fitness studio with a nationally recognized brand behind it. Rumble Boxing Rocklin is a fully built-out, fully operational fitness franchise located in a...
5
$525,000
Cash Flow: $53,378
FranchiseShelfGenie
Available Nationwide
ShelfGenie, a Neighborly company, is the nation's leading custom shelving solutions franchise that provides accessible and convenient organization options for customers.
$50,000
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.
