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...

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...
$65,000

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

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...
$75,000

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...
$189,000
Cash Flow: $400,000
Poway, CA
We are a veteran-owned, fully established lifestyle apparel business with nationwide reach. With over 1,800 customers (25% return rate/2.29% conversion rate) served and a strong foundation in place,...
$39,000
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...
$199,999
Cash Flow: $1,000
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
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
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...
$140,000
Cash Flow: $76,800
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
Available Nationwide
Take a BITE out of the pet care industry with five key revenue drivers in one modern facility!
$150,000
See More FranchisesGardena, 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...
$145,000
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
$700,000
Redwood City, CA
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
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...
$500,000
Antoinette Gonzales Norris, CBB, CBI
Zoom Business Brokers
Serving San Francisco County, CA
Zoom Business Brokers is a highly accomplished team of dedicated and trustworthy professionals who are pioneering the process to skillfully guide, advise, and facilitate your seamless business transactions. Our team of industry veterans embodies over 230 years of collective real-world experience and will provide you with mindful expertise and resources to buy, sell, or merge your business with their decades of training and practice and an extensive relationship network. Regardless of your business size, industry or locale, our qualified brokers are relentless in our innovative approach to fully and efficiently service your needs – from expert guidance to transactions – that will ultimately save you valuable time and money and allow you to remain focused on what you do best in running your business. Our brokers embrace collaboration and are carefully selected for our team because of their integrity and professionalism. We are tenacious in our objective to provide exceptional service, and in doing so our team is uncompromising in protecting your confidential information and aligning the interests of all parties for mutual success. The rigorous, industry-leading training of our brokers results in sound, smart advice and the highest professional standards that we employ in providing you with support that is both reliable and creative as we facilitate your business transactions.
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
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
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
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
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
Available in California
Pigtails & Crewcuts is a national children’s hair salon with over 80 locations in 25 states. Our mission at the salon level is to create a fun and memorable haircutting experience for children and their families. The hair industry is a $64 billion industry with the children’s segment to be over $7 billion; therefore, this recession-resistant industry will continue to grow.
$150,000
See More FranchisesMission 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...
$149,000
Cash Flow: $55,180
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
$190,000
Los Angeles, CA
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
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...
$550,000
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...
$150,000
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
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
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,...
$40,000
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...
$210,000
Available Nationwide
Bring Memories to Life with the First Mobile 3D Scanning Booth Franchise In The U.S.
$70,000
See More FranchisesLos 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
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
$150,000
San Luis Obispo County, CA
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...
$645,000
Cash Flow: $292,000
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
Available in California
Join one of America's first franchises in commercial cleaning with 65+ years of experience in the industry. Low startup capital and high earning potential upwards of $1.97M in average gross sales.
$100,000
See More FranchisesSan 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...
$350,000
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....
$50,000
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...
$525,000
Cash Flow: $53,378
San Jose, CA
***COPY & PASTE this link to your browser to access NDA: https://docsend.com/view/s/ayscstn8t6d4e7sk The company develops, manufactures, and distributes a specialized line of proprietary tattoo...
Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $467,207
Chino Hills, CA
Great opportunity to own a profitable and established Gong Cha Boba Tea Shop Franchise ! Easy to run business world known Franchise Boba shop, located at a High traffic area. the shop is located at...
$200,000
Jon Franz
Franchise Clearly
Serving Riverside County, CA
5 Step Franchise Resale Program: Buying/selling a business can be a very complicated process. We simplified the process into 5 easy steps. Our role is to guide all parties through the business sale process from start to finish. We provide all parties free guest access to our patent-pending 5 STEP RESALE PROGRAM: a defined resale program used to effectively educate and efficiently communicate each step of the business sale process (eliminating surprises). Without this process, units are slow to sell or even close down and bring down the overall team. With the help of FRANCHISE CLEARLY, I assure you we will make the process as smooth and efficient as possible.
Hemet, CA
Established Barbershop Business for Sale – Prime Growth Opportunity! Looking to expand your barbershop’s market presence? Here’s an incredible opportunity to acquire a well-established barbershop in a...
$40,000
Richmond, CA
At Fastest Labs, we offer accurate and detailed drug and DNA testing services. OVERVIEW: An exciting opportunity awaits! Introducing Fastest Labs of Richmond & Oakland, a well-established and...
$140,000
$800,000
Sonoma County, CA
South Lake Tahoe, CA
Turnkey opportunity to own Pasta & Press, a contemporary, Italian-influenced fast-casual concept located in one of South Lake Tahoe’s most popular food halls. Known for its handmade pasta,...
$81,500
California
This well-established manufacturer and distributor has built a trusted reputation as a global supplier of specialized tools, supplies, and specialty chemicals. Renowned for quality, reliability, and...
$2,000,000
Cash Flow: $600,000
Available in California
Invest in yourself and in the children of your community. Check out our low start-up costs and flat-rate royalty structure!
$50,000
See More FranchisesSan Pablo, CA
MS Real Estate, Inc. offers this bar and restaurant opportunity in a high-traffic area surrounded by residential and commercial buildings, providing strong local visibility and excellent potential for...
$195,000
Napa County, CA
MOTIVATED SELLERS HAVE JUST REDUCED THE PRICE!! This is a fantastic opportunity to buy a very solid performing large format signs and graphics print shop in the greater Bay Area – North of San...
$775,000
Cash Flow: $228,882
San Diego County, CA
Turn-Key Beach Area Restaurant for Sale – Imperial Beach/Coronado Prime Opportunity with Established Success and a Fun, Coastal Vibe Dreaming of owning a vibrant restaurant in one of San Diego’s most...
$189,999
La Habra, CA
BREAKFAST CAN BE SERVED AS EARLY AS 5 AM HERE!!!!. THEN lunch and dinner. !!Established Pizza Restaurant for Sale – La Habra, CA – ABC 41 License – Turnkey Opportunity La Habra, CA (Orange County)...
$125,000
Fremont, CA
MS Real Estate Inc. is pleased to present a compelling opportunity to acquire a liquor and food store business in the burgeoning Irvington district of Fremont, California. Established in 1994, this...
$179,900
Orange County, CA
Urgent Care is a full-service offering on-site pharmacy, x-rays, COVID-19 testing, and more for adults and children in south Orange County . Conveniently located in the south OC for the beach cities...
$5,499,000
Cash Flow: $1,142,329
Lake Forest, CA
Overview: The golf simulator rental industry is experiencing a significant surge in demand, driven by technological advancements and changing consumer preferences. This business model offers a unique...
$35,000
Cash Flow: $85,000
Pismo Beach, CA
Dynasty Gems, a well-established hand-blown glass and gift shop, is now available for purchase after 28 years of serving locals and visitors. Located just steps from the Pismo Beach Pier, this prime...
$100,000
Cash Flow: $160,000
Corona, CA
Romp-o-Rama, located in a thriving community in Corona, California, is a well-established and highly regarded indoor children’s playground. Established in 2015, Romp-o-Rama has set and continues to...
$1,500,000
Available Nationwide
Low Stress, Home Based. MobileDumps is the dumpster rental alternative suited to fit the needs of both residential and commercial customers. Now at 31 locations nationwide.
$60,000
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 |
|
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.