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....
Businesses For Sale in California
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1,700sf Franchise Rice Yogurt 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
Turn-Key Restaurant w/Full Build & Large Patio
Valencia, CA
Located in a well anchored shopping center of North Valencia, this fully built out space is outfitted with all of the necessary kitchen equipment and infrastructure to run a successful restaurant. It...
$129,000
Well established propular Liquor store
San Francisco, CA
Prime location on very busy street. seller claims current sales are 70K/mo with a robust margin. Lease is for 5+5+5 rent - 5500/mo Store size - 2500SF Open M-S 10 AM - 11 PM DISCLAIMER: The...
$600,000
Jazz Hotel Palm Springs
Palm Springs, CA
For sale in the stunning Palm Springs, nestled in the vibrant uptown design district, is a beautifully renovated boutique hotel. This charming establishment features 12 exquisite guest rooms, each...
$5,200,000
European-Inspired Wine & Cheese Bistro
Long Beach, CA
Step into an award-winning Wine and Cheese Bistro that blends the charm of a European-style café with the energy of Long Beach’s thriving Bixby Knolls district. This highly rated bistro has become a...
$120,000
Profitable turnkey HCAC business with Real Estate for Sale
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Tuolumne County, CA
Established in 2003, this profitable turnkey HVAC business for sale is a rare opportunity to own and award winner HVAC company with a dominant presence in both residential and commercial markets. With...
2
$2,000,000
EBITDA: $400,000
Carpet, Tile, Upholstery Cleaning
Riverside County, CA
Overview: Turnkey carpet, tile, and upholstery cleaning business with 4+ years of established operations and consistent weekly revenue. The company currently generates $3,000–$5,000 per week with...
$150,000
Cash Flow: $50,000
Home Health Agency in San Francisco Bay Area for Sale
Santa Clara, CA
California Home Health Agency License # 550007846 Willow Pathway Home Healthcare is a CA-licensed home health agency based in the San Francisco Bay Area, providing patients post-acute care and...
2
$350,000
FranchiseZion Healing Mental Health
Available Nationwide
Bring Innovative Mental Health Treatments to Your Patients As A Zion Healing Franchise Owner
$200,000
See More FranchisesFlourishing restaurant in Berkeley mkt
Alameda County, CA
Famous restaurant with gross sales $634,528 in 2024. Size: 2500 plus seating outside Total seating - 100 (In and out) Rent- 6,498/mo including NNN Lease - 5 plus 5 years Current lease ending - May...
$475,000
Pizza Shop with Beer & Wine License
San Bernardino County, CA
This established pizza restaurant offers a rare opportunity to own a turnkey operation in a thriving Grocery Store-anchored shopping center in Upland, California. With a beer and wine license already...
$150,000
Established Charcuterie and Catering Business
$175,000
Kern County, CA
High-End Residential Pool Construction Business (SBA Pre-approved)
Ventura County, CA
Buyer Requirement: Buyer must hold a valid C-53 Swimming Pool Contractor license in the state of California or be eligible to obtain one. This well-established pool construction company has been...
$995,000
Cash Flow: $362,047
Premier Cabinet Manufacturer for Sale with 39 Years of Excellence
Santa Clara County, CA
Do you have cabinet manufacturing experience? Are you ready to own a company with a solid reputation, proven resilience, and significant growth potential? This full-service custom cabinetry business,...
$625,000
Cash Flow: $312,756
Giti Majdy & Kian Kakavand
Transworld Business Advisors - San Jose South
Serving Santa Clara County, CA
· For over forty years, Transworld has specialized in the sale of businesses · Ranked #1 in the industry by Entrepreneur Magazine every year since 2012 · Maintains an inventory of over 5,000 current and exclusive business listings at any time throughout the system. · Network of over 850 Transworld Brokers working for YOU! · 250+ Offices Worldwide · Working with us gives you access to the largest network, the most experienced team, and the most opportunities when buying or selling a business with us · Over 400,000 buyers in our database, the largest network in the industry! · The Transworld Sales Process has been used to consummate over 15,000 deals. · We spend more $$ marketing our listings than anyone else!
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17 YEAR Retail Business for Sale
Brentwood, CA
Casual City Pro is a well-established retail clothing store located in Brentwood, CA, serving the community for over 17 years. The store has built a strong, loyal customer base and is known for its...
5
$100,000
Cash Flow: $72,000
Variety established gift shop
San Francisco County, CA
Great opportunity to own an established retail business gift shop at Grant Avenue, the street with the most foot traffic for tourist and local people. (cross street, Pine Street). This prime location...
6
$75,000
Cash Flow: $300,000
Financial Planning & Marketing App for Financial Advisory Firms
Marin County, CA
This software is a turnkey solution that combines a sophisticated financial planning application with a powerful marketing platform. This integrated system provides financial professionals with a...
$500,000
Flourishing Dental Practice
Riverside, CA
Very Popular and busy, dental practice located in a busy shopping Center. Consistent Performer - this can be purchase separately (for 1.2 mil) or with 5995-97 Brockton ave (3.9 mil) total 5.1 mil for...
$1,200,000
Cash Flow: $426,862
Profitable -great sales-great rent and location
San Diego, CA
Long established, loved by their customers and extremely PROFITABLE! Cash is preferred but this restaurant may qualify for SBA financing. Surrounded by businesses and minutes from Mission Valley,...
$429,999
Cash Flow: $273,283
FranchiseRainbow Restoration
Available Nationwide
Rainbow Restoration, a Neighborly company, is the nation's leading damage restoration and remediation services franchise that provides hope during times of crisis.
$100,000
See More FranchisesHigh Traffic - Busy location for Acupuncture
San Jose, CA
Acupuncture practice with growth potential. Virtually turn-key. Great location The business has built a solid reputation in the acupuncture community appealing to people interested in alternatives to...
6
$150,000
Cash Flowing Appliance Store in Business for 50+ Years
Hanford, CA
Exceptional Investment / Owner-User Opportunity in the Heart of Downtown Hanford! Welcome to 122 W 7th St., Hanford, CA 93230 — a highly visible, historic retail/showroom building in the vibrant core...
6
$300,000
Premium Catering & Grazing Board Business
$170,000
Orange County, CA
High Foot Traffic & Popular Mall Based Fresh Fruit And Juice Kiosk
Ontario, CA
easy to run and popular juice bar in Ontario mills mall. Great margins and strong sales we profit on average 1300+ per week . The business can be even more profitable if it is owner operated. if you...
3
$75,000
Cash Flow: $91,000
Profitable Montessori-Future of Early Childhood Ed
Diamond Bar, CA
This is the second of two schools for sale by the owners. Having envisioned improving Montessori education by addressing the significant lack of modern and authentic preschool options in the Greater...
$649,000
Cash Flow: $108,000
AUTO BODY SHOP - Well Established Cor Lot High Visibilty
Ontario, CA
Well Established Auto Body Shop, corner location Business Overview The current owner operates this business primarily for his own company use - purchasing vehicles, repairing them, and reselling for...
$280,000
Mediterranean and Burger Restaurant
Riverside County, CA
Beautiful , Fully Equipped Mediterranean , Remodeled Quick-Service Restaurant with Established Customers located in a busy commercial area of Temecula CA. Known for its delicious , shawarma, and...
$400,000
Cash Flow: $222,000
25 yr established Grooming and Boarding w/ multiple locations.
Los Angeles County, CA
We are one of the longest established pet grooming and boarding businesses in Los Angeles. We have 2 central locations in L.A. Country and serve tens of thousands of customers a year. As we don't want...
$1,200,000
Boba Tea Shop in Rancho Cucamonga
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
Established Boba Tea Shop in Rancho Cucamonga This boba tea shop, operating since 2018, presents an excellent opportunity for a buyer seeking to open a boba shop that is already built out with...
6
$89,000
Established Dropship Auto Parts & Accessories E-Commerce Website
Orange County, CA
We are offering a thriving online drop shipping Auto Parts & Accessories website. This is a unique opportunity to acquire a business with proven revenue-generating capabilities and significant growth...
$140,000
Cash Flow: $75,000
FranchiseAnchor Bar
Available Nationwide
Home of the Original Buffalo Wing and part of food history. Expanding nationally with plenty of territory available for franchisees to grow. Learn more about joining our team now.
$350,000
See More FranchisesBike Shop Sales & Service | High Cash Flow
San Diego County, CA
High performing bicycle retail shop in beautiful and sunny San Diego. It is professionally branded and recognized as a top industry performer. More than a bicycle shop, this is a professionally...
$235,000
Cash Flow: $109,000
Turnkey Amazon Wholesale – $1.35M Sales
San Diego County, CA
This sale is paused as we update our financials. It will be re-posted shortly....
6
$375,000
Cash Flow: $89,500
Established Gourmet Charcuterie Business – Orange County Location
$200,000
Orange County, CA
Independent Gas Station with Real Estate / C-Store/ Car Wash for Sale
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
San Joaquin County, CA
Business Overview:- Established, high-traffic independent gas station with convenience store and car wash located on a major street and freeway ramp. Operating for over 30 years, this well-maintained...
$5,450,000
Technology Retail/Repair Business in Santa Clara County
Santa Clara County, CA
Transworld Business Advisors of Fremont DRE# 02194963 presents: This is an independently operated technology repair and services business based in Santa Clara County. For over 15 years, it has...
$425,000
Cash Flow: $190,608
FranchiseFootprints Floors
Available in California
Join one of the fastest-growing and most simple-to-run home-service brands. No build-out, no inventory, and no employees are required at Footprints Floors. All marketing and customer acquisition is completed for you by the corporate team!
$75,000
See More FranchisesProfitable Civil Eng. & Survey Firm – Little Upfront Capital Required
San Luis Obispo County, CA
Confidential opportunity to acquire a highly regarded civil engineering and land surveying firm serving the Central California Coast for over four decades. The company specializes in residential...
Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $400,000
Designer Store for Sale
La Jolla, CA
Established Designer Women's Clothing Store - La Jolla, CA This well-established women's clothing boutique has been successfully operating for over 30 years, specializing in exclusive Eva Varro...
5
$54,000
Cash Flow: $100,000
Profitable, Beloved DIY Pottery Studio in Prime Location
San Joaquin County, CA
This thriving, artist-friendly pottery painting studio offers a fully operational business with strong community ties, growing revenue, and an unbeatable location. It has become a popular destination...
$405,000
Cash Flow: $130,000
Cash Flowing Corporate Rental Business - Bay Area, CA
San Mateo County, CA
***BOOKINGS INTO 2025*** Welcome to our thriving business offering three arbitrage rental properties nestled in the heart of Belmont, CA. These 3 meticulously curated units boast a combination of...
5
$178,000
Well-Established Moving Company - Nearly $1M Annual Sales
Los Angeles County, CA
Established and highly reputable moving and relocation company with operations spanning three major U.S. markets (Southern California, East Coast). The business has demonstrated consistent...
$690,000
Cash Flow: $340,000
Brian Serina
Brian K Serina, Broker
Serving Sacramento County, CA
I am involved in the Sale & Leasing of restaurants and restaurant related businesses and property. We just completed the sale of a pizza restaurant and the commercial lease for a liquor store. Currently seeking space for a 10k to 20k sf fun center for kids.
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Turnkey Restaurant & Bar for Sale
Hawthorne, CA
Don’t miss this rare opportunity to own a profitable, turnkey restaurant and bar for sale in Hawthorne, California. Tapville Social – Hawthorne is a modern self-pour taproom and full-service...
6
$575,000
20-year-old-Injection Molding Manufacturer (turnkey)
San Bernardino County, CA
An experienced plastic injection molding manufacturer needs new CEO to replace founder and owner. Within SBA limits, the business provides cash flow for growth investment and significant return on...
$725,000
Cash Flow: $178,000
Money Service Business
$399,000
Paso Robles, CA
Subway Franchise - Priced Below Asset Value with Growth Potenial
Sacramento, CA
Act quickly to take advantage of this competitively priced Subway franchise opportunity. Serious inquiries only. This franchise is offered below the assessed FF&E value of $38,000 (per the 2025...
$22,000
Glendale Historic Bar for Sale
Glendale, CA
Perfect little neighborhood bar, dating back to prohibition! Great clientele & staff. Full line of liquor, no kitchen!! Already a success and fully renovated, this little bar makes for easy extra...
$550,000
FranchisePet Wants
Available in California
Tap into the huge demand for fresh, custom-made pet foods by owning this top-ranked pet franchise.
$50,000
See More FranchisesProfitable FedEx CA Linehaul opportunity
Sacramento County, CA
Profitable FedEx “mid size” Linehaul opportunity with a strong mix of dedicated and unassigned team runs. Complete with solid equipment, seasoned BC and trained drivers in place. This is a turnkey...
$3,500,000
Cash Flow: $875,000
Turn-Key Coffee Shop & Bookstore – Beloved Community Staple for 20+yr
Lake County, CA
Turn-Key Coffee Shop & Bookstore for Sale – A Beloved Community Staple for Over 20 Years Nestled in the heart of the downtown Cobb area, this charming coffee shop and bookstore presents a rare...
$250,000
Cash Flow: $49,774
Turn-Key Established Business Ready for New Owner!
Rocklin, CA
Are you ready to step into the glamorous world of luxury beauty services? Look no further! An incredible opportunity awaits you in a premier upscale retail destination. About the Business: This...
$50,000
***Offer Pending***IT Services & Managed Service Provider
Alameda County, CA
IT services and Managed Service Provider (MSP) $734,615 Revenue, $253,652 Discretionary Earnings is available for acquisition. The business is offered at $735,000 and is pre-approved with SBA...
$735,000
Cash Flow: $253,652
Commercial-Industrial Electrical Contractor $18M Sales, $1.4M DE
Riverside County, CA
Exceptional Electrical Contractor $18 million sales, $1.4 million Discretionary Earnings, and $1.2 million EBITDA is available for acquisition with SBA financing. The business is offered at $5 million...
$5,000,000
Cash Flow: $1,430,813
SBA Pre Approved - Aquatic contractor specializing in maintenance
Anaheim, CA
Established for over 30 years, this Southern California-based contractor specializes in the maintenance and repair of commercial water features, fountains, and aquatic systems for property management...
$3,700,000
Cash Flow: $1,367,484
High-Volume Baja Fresh with Baja Fresh 2.0 Upgrade
Los Angeles County, CA
Exceptional Baja Fresh opportunity in a prime, walkable neighborhood with strong local demand. This location generated $1.31M in annual sales, well above the system average, of $911k reflecting its...
$500,000
Cash Flow: $183,781
Exclusive High-Growth Home Services Business with Expansion
Los Angeles County, CA
Discover a thriving, veteran-founded home services company operating in Southern California’s booming energy-efficiency and fireproofing market. This established business delivers insulation,...
$1,800,000
Cash Flow: $661,106
Estab Charleys Cheesesteak, Turnkey & Profitable San Fernando Valley!
Los 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,...
$599,000
FranchiseCloset Factory
Available Nationwide
Closet Factory is a best buy in home organization segment. Simply put, custom closets are a huge business opportunity. Custom Organization Systems for every room in your home.
$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.
