Santa Clara County, CA
At Orangetheory Fitness, we set both our members and franchise partners up for success. Our workout is scientifically proven to produce results, our tried-and-true development track record is evidence...
Businesses For Sale in California
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Orangetheory San Jose Area Studio
3
$1,100,000
EBITDA: $274,000
5 Star Gelato Shop & Pastry Café
Riverside County, CA
This well-established dessert café offers a rare opportunity to acquire a beloved brand known for its artisan gelato, specialty pastries, and premium coffee offerings. Located in a desirable area of...
$150,000
Cash Flow: $26,768
La Jolla Pool Service Route for Sale
San Diego County, CA
High income for easy pools. Perfect starter route. Own your own recession-proof business. Create your own schedule - no evenings or weekends. Work from home or an office. Unlimited earnings with...
$24,000
Cash Flow: $27,000
West Coast Mechanical Contractor; 54% EBITDA Growth, $3.7m TTM Rev
California
Project Legacy is well-respected union mechanical contractor serving a diverse base of institutional and commercial clients in the San Francisco Bay area. This company is as durable as it gets....
$3,400,000
EBITDA: $687,000
OC2104 Profitable HVAC Services Company
Los Angeles County, CA
An established and reputable commercial services contractor with over four decades of successful operations. The company provides comprehensive HVAC installation, retrofit, and maintenance services...
Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $1,100,000
Profitable Utility SaaS Platform
Alameda County, CA
This profitable SaaS platform powers energy insights to residential customers driving home energy solutions in decarbonization. Built over 10+ years and deployed across a largest utility provider,...
Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $400,000
Gas Station, W/ Real Property & 3-Bedroom House & Large Commercial Lot
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Calaveras County, CA
$600,000 Net Profit Gas Station, C-Store, W/ Real Property & 3-Bedroom House & Large Commercial Lot Rare investment opportunity with multiple income streams and huge upside potential. This...
$3,600,000
Shoe Repair Shop
Contra Costa County, CA
$55,000 Net Profit Retail Shoe Store & Repair Shop|Semi-Absentee|Established 38 Years Located in a busy shopping center featuring major anchor stores and excellent visibility from the main road. The...
$20,000
Established Franchise Chicken Fast Food restaurant in Fresno County
Fresno County, CA
Established Franchise Chicken Fast Food restaurant in Fresno County Gross sales are $575,000 yearly 2,400 Sf space with patio Rent is $8,000 a month including NNN There is no beer and wine license but...
$350,000
Fusion Boba Tea, Smoothie, Snacks, Coffee Cafe House in SoCal
Los Angeles County, CA
Here’s a fantastic opportunity to acquire two highly acclaimed, award winning fusion tea house cafe’s with a fusion of flavored coffee, fruit smoothie, boba tea, and fruity tea drinks and snack shops...
$325,000
Cash Flow: $87,631
FranchiseSpherion Staffing & Recruiting
Available Nationwide
Generate $5.6 million in annual revenue* with America’s most-awarded staffing franchise. Ranked #63 overall on Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500 and a Franchise Business review Top Franchise. Grow your income empowered by our vibrant, supportive corporate team and franchise community.
$350,000
See More FranchisesProfitable Northern California Kettle Corn Business For Sale
Nevada County, CA
This established kettle corn business has a strong presence in the Grass Valley, Nevada City and Metro Sacramento area with an active market that extends to a one hour radius around Grass Valley. This...
$207,000
Cash Flow: $47,000
Smoke shop
Modesto, CA
Business next to Starbucks this is the best place...
2
$90,000
Cash Flow: $120,000
Own a Proven Pet Franchise in Torrance – High Demand, Great Location!
$150,000
Torrance, CA
Popular Cookie Cafe, Turn Key profitable operation
Los Angeles, CA
This is an exceptional turnkey opportunity in Los Angeles' thriving coffee and bakery market. Established in 2016, this profitable operation has built a loyal customer base through handmade products...
5
$125,000
Cash Flow: $35,000
Profitable Durable Medical Equipment Rental Company (SBA avail)
Orange County, CA
Here is a rare opportunity to acquire a well-established and profitable Durable Medical Equipment (DME) rental company with a specialized focus on serving the recession-resistant Hospice and...
$550,000
Cash Flow: $178,702
Matt Mertens
Transworld Business Brokers
Serving Sacramento County, CA
For over 45 years, Transworld Business Advisors has been the world’s leading business brokerage firm helping entrepreneurs buy, sell, and franchise their businesses with confidence. With a global network of 1,000+ professional brokers across 250+ offices worldwide, Transworld has successfully sold more than 15,000 businesses, combining unmatched reach with proven expertise. At Transworld Business Advisors of Sacramento, we bring this global power to your local market. Our team delivers the personalized insight, integrity, and hands-on support that only a local expert can provide, backed by one of the largest buyer databases in the industry. That means your business opportunity reaches not only qualified buyers around the world but also serious investors right here in California and the Sacramento region. When you’re ready to sell, buy, or franchise your business, trust the #1 business brokerage network in the world with our global resources and local expertise.
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Established Sushi Restaurant – Prime Location – Owner Sale
Los Angeles, CA
Prime Woodland Hills Lounge / Bar / Venue for Sale Turnkey luxury cocktail lounge and bar situated in a prime Woodland Hills location, offering exceptional versatility and immediate operational...
$120,000
Turnkey Residential Construction Company
Roseville, CA
Step into a thriving and well-established residential construction company with a strong reputation across the Sacramento Valley and into the fast-growing Tracy/Mountain House area. Headquartered in...
$5,000,000
Cash Flow: $1,250,000
Jl'smoke Shop Truckee Ca
Truckee, CA
On Donnner Pass Rd. Truckee CA. 1248 sq. ft $4100 p/mo. rent, Gas and A/C included. Parking in front and rear. Attendant able to stay behind the counter all the way around the store. The store comes...
$100,000
Pizza NY style Great location easy operation Turnkey, price reduced
El Segundo, CA
Established NY style Pizza since 2001, New Pizza oven, all equipment in good condition, Type 1 Hood Walk in box, front counter display, free training, recipes, logo all equipment included owner...
3
$275,000
Turn Key Rock yard with Equipment
Valley Springs, CA
Dump truck, tractor, forklift and inventory all come with this business! It's fully functioning and has a good reputation for great customer service and friendly, on time delivery. Located in the...
6
$199,000
FranchiseHealthier4U Vending
Available Nationwide
Are you passionate about owning your own business? Are you interested in giving people the choice to eat healthy? If the answer is yes, then you have found the right partner to build you a successful healthy vending business. At Healthier4U Vending we share your passion and want you to join us to give the choice to eat healthy to everyone. Come see how together we can change your life.
$53,000
See More FranchisesTrusted retailer of vinyl, CDs, cassettes, turntables, and accessories
San Diego County, CA
Located in a vibrant Southern California coastal town, this long-standing retail shop has been a beloved local institution for over four decades. Specializing in vinyl records, CDs, cassettes,...
$95,000
Cash Flow: $50,000
Turn-Key Sushi Kiosks for Sale – 2 Profitable Locations in Indio, CA
Indio, CA
For Sale: Two Profitable Sushi Kiosks in High-Traffic Supermarkets Turnkey Business Opportunity – Perfect for Owner-Operators or Passive Investors About the Opportunity Step into ownership of two...
$50,000
Cash Flow: $16,450
*****PRICE REDUCTION $199,995-Rare Type 48 Bar For Sale*****
$199,995
San Diego, CA
Cannabis Dispensary & Delivery Business (Costa Mesa, CA) #1473
Costa Mesa, CA
Great opportunity for a cannabis dispensary and delivery business featuring state licenses in hand. The new owner will need to continue construction and buildout to finalize the space. The property...
3
$699,000
Mission Foods Route For Sale Napa CA- $90,000
Napa, CA
Mission Foods Route For Sale Napa CA- $90,000 #Ownaroute #Buyaroute #Distributor #Distributorship #IndependentDistributor #MissionRoute #MissionFoodsRoute #Mission #Flatbread #TortillaChips #Wraps...
$90,000
Cash Flow: $83,697
Glendora Pool Service Route for Sale
Los Angeles County, CA
Decades of stability on this seasoned route. Profit wise route with chemicals being billed separately. Excellent areas to live and work in. There is lots of demand, growth and potential with this...
$105,600
Cash Flow: $123,000
Established Vending Route - Private University
Riverside County, CA
Turnkey vending route located on a private university campus with a consistently growing student and staff population. The business includes seven combo vending machines — (five USI ST5000 units, one...
6
$39,995
High-End GC Firm - Luxury Urban Remodels for Sale
San Mateo County, CA
Transworld Business Advisors San Francisco Cynthia Randall DRE #01421980 Business Description: Prequalified SBA Lending Opportunity Available for Qualified Buyers. This established general contracting...
$950,000
Cash Flow: $306,312
Semi Truck Washing Business! Employee operated
San Bernardino County, CA
Turnkey Business Cashflowing from day 1 !! Business is 100% recurring scheduled revenue Bringing in 71k a year from 24 days This is an Awesome opportunity for someone with a M-F Job (I did it for...
$50,000
Cash Flow: $48,000
Restaurant Business for Sale in City of Oxnard, (Standalone Building)
Oxnard, CA
Seize the rare opportunity to own a well-established and popular full-service restaurant in the heart of Oxnard, featuring a Type 41 ABC license (beer & wine) and operating out of a standalone...
6
$370,000
Cash Flow: $240,000
FranchiseChocolate Bash
Available in California
The Chocolate Bash brand is beckoning entrepreneurial hopefuls who want a business with reasonable overhead, affordable start-up costs, impressive ROI, and sprawling market applicability.
$50,000
See More FranchisesEstablished Adult Day Health Care – Licensed for 125 Participants
Los Angeles County, CA
Exceptional opportunity to acquire a long-standing Adult Day Health Care (ADHC) facility in Los Angeles County’s San Gabriel Valley area. Capacity & Licensing: Licensed for up to 125 participants,...
$1,300,000
Well Established Turn-Key Cafe
Fallbrook, CA
Elegant cafe with European flair in beautiful downtown Fallbrook. A local favorite with well established clientele for 22 years. Specializing in soups, salads & sandwiches. All complimented by a wide...
6
$68,000
Mobile Car Cleaning Service
$150,000
San Francisco, CA
Turnkey Established Aerospace business
Gardena, CA
Please SERIOUS INQUIRIES ONLY!! You need to know this business to make it successful! You are getting a turnkey business, the shop with all the necessary tools to get the job done! We are not selling...
6
$99,999
FDA-Approved Food Manufacturing Business for Sale with Amazon Sales
Los Angeles County, CA
Are you looking to acquire an FDA-approved food manufacturing facility for sale with established eCommerce sales and high retail potential? This turnkey opportunity offers a fully operational food...
$400,000
Cash Flow: $50,000
FranchiseHomeVestors
Available Nationwide
Come explore how the nationally recognized "We Buy Ugly Houses" brand can turn your passion for house flipping into a business that you'll love!
$80,000
See More FranchisesFarmers Insurance Agency Book of Business for Sale LA / OC
Los Angeles County, CA
Profitable and established insurance agency for sale in the LA and OC area. This opportunity includes a book of business with approximately $1.8 million in annual premiums across a strong mix of Home,...
$200,000
Cash Flow: $120,000
Profitable Turnkey Store in Prime Location – Ready to Operate!
San Diego, CA
Established smoke shop, health store, located in a high-traffic commercial district of San Diego, offering exceptional growth potential and turnkey operations. This profitable retail business has...
4
$89,000
Cash Flow: $60,000
Established Medical and Cosmetic Practice
Los Angeles, CA
This established practice in West Los Angeles/Brentwood combines an full-service Family Medicine practice with a cosmetic medical practice Both are under the supervision of the physician but the...
$495,000
Cash Flow: $370,000
21 - Liquor Store + Property
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Corona, CA
First old historical Liquor Store In the city of Corona about 60 years ago. 21 - Liquor store + Property for SALE. Monthly sales volume :40,000~45,000. They do Check Cashing monthly about $900,000 x...
$1,300,000
Mathnasium Learning Center for Sale, CA (2435133)
Santee, CA
With over 1000 centers – and more opening each week – Mathnasium is rapidly growing in neighborhoods around the world. That’s because we are passionate about what we do. It’s also because our...
5
$85,000
Rolf Danryd
Griffin Business Brokers, Inc.
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
At Griffin Business Brokers, Inc., we specialize in helping business owners successfully transition out of their companies by finding the right, qualified buyer and guiding the transaction from start to finish.
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Profitable Pizza Resturant for Sale $600K+ Annual Seles
Glendale, CA
SLASH Pizza for Sale!!! ONE of a kind of Pizza Restaurant Business at city of Glendale and Block away from City of Burbank, that is providing Quality Food in the neighborhood. Location As a key of...
6
$350,000
Cash Flow: $180,000
Established Subway Franchise, Easy to Operate, Turnkey Operation
Orange County, CA
Established Subway franchise located in a busy, high-visibility area with steady walk-in and local customer traffic. This well-known sandwich shop has been recently remodeled to meet the latest Subway...
$149,000
Cash Flow: $61,567
6 Bay Shop With 26 Year Clientele
$395,000
Fallbrook, CA
Well Established Flooring and Kitchen Renovators
Covina, CA
Established Home Remodeling and Floor installation experts. Excellent selection of kitchen cabinets and counter tops. Guaranteed satisfaction on quality workmanship and on time job completion by...
$300,000
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
FranchiseCMIT Solutions
Available Nationwide
Tap into the lucrative world of technology with CMIT Solutions Franchise
$100,000
See More FranchisesCross to La Sierra University, Well Established Teriyaki Restaurant.
La Sierra, CA
High profit Korean and Japanese Style Teriyaki Restaurant near by La Sierra University in Riverside CA. Well known in the Area , Main corrido of La Sierra Area. Owner will retire . Seller will train...
$230,000
Cash Flow: $144,000
Beach Hut Deli Established Franchise since 2006 in Natomas, CA
Sacramento, CA
When Troy was 19, he opened a deli near Folsom Lake in Granite Bay, CA. His signature sandwich, the Surfin’ Bird, was created the day he decided to add cream cheese to his classic turkey bacon and...
$250,000
High-Growth Drug & DNA Testing Franchise | Ideal CA Territories
Marin County, CA
Own two established Fastest Labs franchise locations serving Solano/Napa, and Marin Counties. Thriving Northern California market with consistent demand for drug, alcohol, and DNA testing. These...
$59,000
High Volume Asian fusion restaurant for sale in Fremont large mall
Fremont, CA
Asian fusion restaurant for sale in Fremont large strip mall with plenty of parking. There outdoor patio for more seating. Average gross income a month is $85,000-$90,000. Lease amount is $19,670...
$299,000
Indoor playground with Arcade Claw machines
San Bernardino County, CA
Established Indoor Playground & Entertainment Center - San Bernardino County, CA This profitable entertainment venue has been successfully operating since 2016, generating $800,000 in annual revenue....
$600,000
Profitable Specialty Coffee Shop Turnkey Operation & Seamless Takeover
Diamond Bar, CA
Step into a fully established specialty coffee business with a loyal customer base and a brand built for growth. Since opening in 2022, this café has experienced strong revenue growth year over year,...
6
$188,000
1,700sf Franchise Rice Yogurt Shop
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
Franchise fee is already included in the sales price and there is no additional franchise payment. Owner is the only person works in the shop....
6
$68,000
STAR Certified Smog Check, Auto Smog, Repairs & Vehicle Registrations
Palm Desert, CA
This well-established and highly trusted full-service smog shop offers comprehensive vehicle services to the vibrant Coachella Valley community. Specializing in STAR Certified Smog Inspections, the...
$195,000
Cash Flow: $123,449
North Bay Catering & Event Co w/Real Property!
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Sonoma County, CA
North Bay catering company includes Real Property with fully equipped kitchen This is a premier full-service catering business based in the North Bay. Founded over 35 years ago, the company...
$748,000
FranchiseThe Tox
Available in California
The Tox offers lymphatic and digestive body sculpting, revolutionizing wellness by replacing the typical feel-good massage.
$200,000
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.
