Orange County, CA
A premium cookie franchise specializing in freshly baked, gourmet cookies delivered warm to customers. The brand is built on a passion for creating delicious, high-quality cookies using the finest...
Orange County, CA
A premium cookie franchise specializing in freshly baked, gourmet cookies delivered warm to customers. The brand is built on a passion for creating delicious, high-quality cookies using the finest...
$65,000
Cash Flow: $70,000
San Diego, CA
Seize this opportunity to own a thriving boba tea and yogurt shop in a high-traffic, high-demand area of San Diego! This fully operational and profitable business comes with an established customer...
$135,000
Cash Flow: $98,415
Los Angeles County, CA
PROFITABLE PAPA JOHNS PIZZA Franchise for sale in Los Angeles County Ca. Looking for a hot business opportunity in Sherman Oaks, CA? Look no further than Papa John's Pizza Franchise. Located in a very...
$349,999
Cash Flow: $95,566
Alameda County, CA
Established and reputable home staging business serving clients throughout the Bay Area is now available for sale. With a strong track record of over 100 stagings annually and an average staging cost...
$300,000
Cash Flow: $110,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Huntington Beach, CA
Motivated Seller. Stand alone building on Pacific Coast Highway (PCH) one block from the ocean in Huntington Beach , very near Seal Beach . Tourists and locals frequent this location . City allows you...
$2,999,000
Sacramento, CA
ESTABLISHED TURNKEY LIMOUSINE COMPANY This profitable Sacramento-based limousine and passenger transportation company presents an exceptional turnkey opportunity in California's capital region....
$100,000
Cash Flow: $80,000
Stanton, CA
Profitable and well-established auto body shop for sale in the Anaheim/Stanton area. The facility is approximately 3,000 sq. ft. with very low rent of only $3,500/month. The shop comes fully equipped...
$180,000
Torrance, CA
Step into a turnkey Mexican restaurant opportunity that delivers immediate cash flow and lifestyle freedom in one of Torrance's most visible locations. This established community favorite generates...
$275,000
Cash Flow: $70,000
Diamond Bar, CA
Diamond Bar Turnkey Salon – Newly Remodeled Established for over 15 years and newly remodeled within the past year, this professional salon is located right off the 57 Freeway exit, near H Mart and...
$60,000
Alameda County, CA
Established gutters franchise in Alameda County, CA offering exceptional hands-off investment opportunity. This turnkey operation generates $1.29M in annual revenue with $106K in seller's...
$600,000
Cash Flow: $106,027
Available Nationwide
Mobility City is the nation’s premier repair, rental, sanitizing and retail sales company servicing wheelchairs, mobility scooters, power chairs, lift out chairs, hospital beds and other mobility products.
$100,000
See More FranchisesContra Costa County, CA
For sale is a well-established 100% residential roofing and construction company founded in 2003 and located in the California Bay Area. The company provides comprehensive roofing services including...
$1,500,000
Cash Flow: $408,747
Santa Clara County, CA
Here’s a rare chance to own a profitable, debt-free, semi-absentee engineering and design firm in California — a business that runs smoothly without tying you to a desk. Enjoy steady income while...
$750,000
Cash Flow: $320,000
$8,500,000
Ontario, CA
San Diego County, CA
Well-established café for sale in a great, high-traffic location of North County San Diego that is surrounded by schools, residential neighborhoods and apartments. Known for its inviting atmosphere,...
$220,000
La Crescenta, CA
Asset Sale Description Seize the opportunity to own a well-established Baja Fresh franchise located in the heart of La Crescenta, California. This popular fast-casual Mexican eatery is situated in a...
$250,000
Rick Rayl, CBB, CBI
Transworld Business Advisors Coachella Valley
Serving Riverside County, CA
In today’s economy, there are more people looking to buy and sell businesses than ever before. When a company owner needs to sell their business, they can’t just stick a for sale sign in the window. They need the assistance of a business broker to locate and vet potential buyers. On the other side, buyers rely on the broker to help facilitate the process of evaluating potential businesses and franchises for sale. A Transworld Business Advisor is the solution for both scenarios. Transworld Business Advisors focus on three core concepts: business brokerage, franchise consulting and franchise development. The History Of Transworld Business Advisors Established in 1979, Transworld Business Advisors was originally founded in South Florida by Don (a 30 year IBM executive) and his wife Bonnie Parrish. It quickly grew to the largest business brokerage in the U.S. Although the company was thriving, CEO Andrew Cagnetta envisioned even more growth. It wasn’t long before United Franchise Group CEO Ray Titus and Cagnetta teamed up to form a partnership and offer Transworld Business Advisors as a franchise. With over 25 years in franchising, Ray provided the leadership under United Franchise Group, which is home to award winning franchises such as Signarama, Fully Promoted (formally EmbroidMe), Experimac, SuperGreen Solutions, VentureX, and Jon Smith Subs. Andy provided the business brokerage industry experience. Their symbiotic relationship helped grow the Transworld franchise into more than 100 franchisees around the world. Transworld Business Advisors is headquartered in West Palm Beach, Florida. Our state of the art training facility has helped thousands of entrepreneurs achieve their dream of business ownership. Transworld Business Advisors Today For over thirty-five years, Transworld has specialized in the sale of businesses and commercial real estate. Today Transworld Business Advisors is a global network of brokers offering a turnkey solution for those that want to build a solid business and future for themselves while maintaining a balanced quality of life. With our comprehensive training programs, full marketing support, and local field support, you won’t have to start from scratch. Our trained experts and mentors will help you every step of the way. Awards And Recognition Logos of Awards Transworld Business Advisors has been awarded several accolades including: Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500 2014 and their special categories for top home-based and fastest growing franchise systems Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year Entrepreneur Magazine’s 2013 Fastest Growing Franchise Franchise Times 200 Transworld Allegiances International Business Brokers Association, Inc. International Franchise Association
Vernon, CA
Timeless couture, crafted for a lifetime. The brand is an LA-based atelier known for sophisticated skirt suits and luminous, red-carpet ready gowns that linger in the imagination long after a show...
$779,000
Cash Flow: $313,505
Los Angeles County, CA
ATTENTION INVESTORS! Own the Business & the Building – 47 Liquor License & Private Parking - Turnkey Restaurant & Real Estate Package –Rare LA County Opportunity! Prime Corner Lot with Huge Potential....
$2,100,000
Los Angeles, CA
1). Monthly gross sale is $30,000 2). Monthly rents $ 4,500 + $ 500 NNN 3). Lease Has 3 Year + 0 Years or New Lease 4). Size is approx. 800 SF.+ Patio Out Side 5). Ample Parking lot 6). The restaurant...
$168,000
Cash Flow: $120,000
Orange County, CA
This company was founded in 2017 with a clear vision: to deliver a premium-quality, domestically produced vodka at a price point that made sense for high-volume, upscale restaurants. With experience...
$2,500,000
Cash Flow: $265,752
Los Angeles, CA
Profitable and trusted 100 year old, employee managed auto repair business in Studio City Ca., with average team member with company on average for 20 years. 14,000 customer database since 1994....
$1,500,000
Available Nationwide
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$50,000
See More FranchisesPlacer County, CA
This is an excellent opportunity to acquire a well-established and reputable plumbing company serving Sacramento and Placer Counties with a loyal customer base, strong recurring revenue, and a skilled...
$650,000
Cash Flow: $202,500
San Bernardino, CA
Seize the opportunity to own a well-established fast food teriyaki and Japanese cuisine restaurant with sushi and takeout service, located on a highly visible corner in a busy, business-focused area....
$220,000
Cash Flow: $150,000
$30,000
Santa Clara, CA
Santa Maria, CA
Newly Remodeled Breakfast and Lunch Restaurant in Shopping Center, $1.3 Million Sales RRC# 5054 Location: Santa Maria Description: This well-established business is located on a prime corner and has...
$149,000
Dublin, CA
MS Real Estate Inc. proudly presents a fantastic opportunity to acquire an established Indian restaurant in a highly desirable area of Dublin, California. This prime location, amidst bustling...
$320,000
Contra Costa County, CA
Established Restaurant, $3+ Million Sales, $286,741 Profit, SBA Pre-Approved Loan RRC# 5011 Location: Contra Costa County Description: This long established restaurant is known as an institution in...
$795,000
Cash Flow: $286,741
Santa Clara County, CA
MS Real Estate is excited to announce the availability of a turnkey, well-established, and profitable New American Cuisine and complete craft cocktail bar in Santa Clara County, California. This...
$449,000
West Sacramento, CA
The company is a full-service staffing organization providing temporary help across manufacturing, warehouse, clerical, food production, and public sector clients in both light industrial and...
$750,000
EBITDA: $300,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
North San Juan, CA
A Premier Garden Supply and Mercantile Center in Historic North San Juan, California. Nestled in the charming, rural town, Sweetland Garden Mercantile offers real estate combined with a unique...
$700,000
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
Highly respected and steadily growing provider of tutoring and test prep services in the Inland Empire. The Huntington Learning Center franchise operates with excellence and is backed by one of the...
$95,000
Cash Flow: $72,000
Available Nationwide
We have 170+ fast casual restaurants worldwide, a testament to our commitment to training and supporting our franchisees. Franchise with Wayback Burgers today!
$250,000
See More FranchisesREAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Stanislaus County, CA
After more than 33 years of continued Ownership, it is time to retire and hand the keys to the kingdom over to the successor. Don’t miss the opportunity to be the owner of a long-established pawn shop...
$4,550,000
Cash Flow: $407,000
Buena Park, CA
Turnkey sushi restaurant in a prime upscale neighborhood — fully employee-operated for a true hands-off investment. This established dining destination offers steady sales, growth potential, and a...
$220,000
$30,000
Long Beach, CA
Kings County, CA
Ever thought owning a flower shop would be fun? Now’s your chance. Valley florist owner wanting to retire. Well established flower shop of 25 years is ready for new blood to bloom again. Wonderful...
$150,000
Los Angeles, CA
RARE OPPORTUNITY: FULLY COMPLIANT HOSPICE AGENCY FOR SALE Established in 2020, this ACHC-accredited hospice agency presents an exceptional acquisition opportunity in the growing healthcare sector....
$1,249,000
Cash Flow: $1,400,000
Available Nationwide
Moe's Southwest Grill® is authentic, adventurous and all-around fun. Our passion has made us the go-to brand for Southwestern fare and one of the most recognized fast-casual Mexican restaurant franchises available. We're the ideal choice for franchise owners interested in building a loyal following in their market while embracing their own independent spirit.
$300,000
See More FranchisesLos 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,...
$650,000
Folsom, CA
Turn-Key Dumpling Restaurant for Sale near Folsom Lake Profitable, stable, and beautifully located by Folsom Lake. Loyal customer base, inviting atmosphere, and a fair price. Step in and start earning...
$50,000
Los Angeles, CA
For 25 years, this well-established suit store has built a strong reputation for quality, service, and loyal clientele. Now, as the current owner prepares for retirement, this turnkey business is...
$350,000
Cash Flow: $800,000
Temecula, CA
An exceptional opportunity awaits to acquire a highly established Postal Annex franchise, a leading name in the parcel and business services industry in the United States. This particular location...
$325,000
Riverside County, CA
Highlights • Size: ~10,000 SF, perfect for a large buffet or banquet format. • Renovated: April 2023, turnkey condition. • Lease: Long-term stability with renewal options. • Location: Near casino +...
$450,000
Wes Brown
California Business Sales
Serving Placer County, CA
California Business Sales services the state of California with agents in the major cities. We embraced technology and have the latest technologies implemented on our website and have smart phones, smart watches, laptops and desktops. So when you reach out to us, you know your message got through. Just don’t expect a call back at 3am, we do sleep. We are here for you. We provide quick responses and great client services to anyone considering buying or selling a business. We are happy to answer any questions about these activities including pricing and valuation issues, exit strategies, business financing or any other subjects related to the purchase or sale of a business. I am also a private pilot.
Placer County, CA
Established for 8 years, this reputable precision CNC machine shop in the Sacramento area specializes in milling and turning services, with a focus on prototype, short-run production, and...
$348,000
Cash Flow: $93,066
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Arroyo Grande, CA
RCFE-6 in a gated community. Currently five residents with the casita suite vacant (private courtyard entry) — fill or use as owner/admin quarters. Stabilized gross income of $50,972/month at full...
$1,690,000
EBITDA: $357,211
$30,000
Los Angeles, CA
Anaheim, CA
Maverick Powder coat has excellent roots and has for most of its years been a very profitable business. Our reviews and reputation are outstanding. We are known for high quality, quick and on time...
$175,000
Folsom, CA
The Oak T Sports Bar & Grill for sale in a busy and well-established area. This restaurant and bar features a full liquor license and a spacious dining area that can seat up to 140 guests. The...
$250,000
Available Nationwide
NerdsToGo is a leading technology services franchise dedicated to delivering expert IT support for homes and small businesses. With a nationwide network of certified “Nerds,” we specialize in providing fast, friendly, and reliable on-site, in-store, and remote tech solutions.
$80,000
See More FranchisesBrentwood, CA
Spacious dining area with seating capacity for 108 guests Fully equipped kitchen with Type 1 hood Located in a well-established area with stable customer base and convenient parking Turnkey...
$100,000
Los Angeles County, CA
This is a Kelly’s Deli operation in front of a super busy Home Depot location in LA County. We have built and operated many of these take-out restaurants at Home Depot locations in Northern California...
$225,000
Contra Costa County, CA
AI Driven Voice & UC Driven Digital Services This firm is an industry leader in unified communications security and optimization, with a special leadership in voice quality monitoring and big data...
Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $200,000
Santa Clarita, CA
Established Bakery, Ice cream and Coffee shop. Absolutely beautiful inside. Perfect for someone to take over the assets or the business. Business tied to the movie industry....
$70,000
Long Beach, CA
Are you an Artist with an Entrepreneurial Spirit? Or an Entrepreneur who Loves to Paint?! Great News! Pop!Art Studios, Southern California’s Premier Mobile Paint n’ Sip is looking for a new owner to...
$75,000
Cash Flow: $30,000
Inglewood, CA
For sale is Hytech Processing, a well-established industrial coating and silkscreening business with over 40 years of proven success in Southern California. Specializing in high-performance MIL-SPEC...
$525,000
San Diego County, CA
This is a unique opportunity to acquire a highly profitable and rapidly growing rapid manufacturing service company that serves a prestigious roster of Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs)....
$6,990,000
Cash Flow: $1,619,687
San Francisco, CA
Located in the Bernal Heights neighborhood of San Francisco, at 3215 Mission Street (and Valencia Street), the space formerly known as Outer Orbit Pinball Arcade and Bar is for sale. This 3,000 square...
$250,000
San Diego, CA
Located in the heart of Hillcrest, this coffee shop sits in one of San Diego’s most walkable and vibrant neighborhoods—surrounded by new luxury condos, upcoming developments, and nonstop foot traffic....
$245,000
Cash Flow: $96,000
Available Nationwide
Our food is addictive and our concept is fresh!
$200,000
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
Number of Businesses for Sale |
~5,500 |
Median Asking Price |
$360,000 |
Median Reported Revenue |
$630,000 |
Median Reported Earnings |
$150,000 |
Profit Margin |
23% |
Earnings Multiple |
2.5 |
Revenue Multiple |
0.6 |
Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings. |
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.