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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...

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$100,000

$100,000

Cash Flow: $72,000

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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...

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$75,000

$75,000

Cash Flow: $300,000

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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

$500,000

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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

$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

$429,999

Cash Flow: $273,283

High 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...

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$150,000

$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...

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$300,000

$300,000

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...

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$75,000

$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

$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

$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

$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

$1,200,000

Established Gourmet Charcuterie Business – Orange County Location

$200,000 - Orange County, CA

$200,000

Orange County, CA

Daniel Garbarsky

United Franchise Group

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...

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$89,000

$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

$140,000

Cash Flow: $75,000

Diane Ho, CBB

SellBuyBrokers Corporation

Serving Santa Clara County, CA

We have a system and solution in place to meet almost any need that might arise during the course of selling your business. We are affiliated with the California Association of Business Brokers and the International Business Broker Association. We deal primarily in U.S. businesses but do serve an international client base.

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Bike 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

$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....

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$375,000

$375,000

Cash Flow: $89,500

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

$5,450,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

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

$425,000

Cash Flow: $190,608

Profitable 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

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...

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$54,000

$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

$405,000

Cash Flow: $130,000

Money Service Business

$399,000 - Paso Robles, CA

$399,000

Paso Robles, CA

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...

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$178,000

$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

$690,000

Cash Flow: $340,000

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...

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$575,000

$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

$725,000

Cash Flow: $178,000

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

$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

$550,000

Profitable 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

$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

$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

$50,000

Only Charcuterie Storefront in San Diego - $73K in Assets

$50,000 - Chula Vista, CA

$50,000

Chula Vista, CA

Daniel Garbarsky

United Franchise Group

***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

$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

$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

$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

$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

$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

$599,000

Nationally Recognized Fitness Franchise Available for sale!

Solano County, CA

This established and highly rated fitness franchise offers a rare opportunity to acquire a turnkey, absentee-owned business with strong cash flow and national brand backing. Located in a busy retail...

$225,000

$225,000

EBITDA: $141,201

Don Gunter

Sunbelt Business Brokers

Serving Orange County, CA

When you’re preparing to buy or sell a business in Orange County, you need an experienced, winning team to guide you through the transaction process. At Sunbelt of Orange County, our brokers and M&A advisors have decades of combined experience and are well-versed in the Orange County marketplace. Give our team a call today to begin your search for a business or prepare your business for sale.

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Armrest cushion business and assets

Lake Hughes, CA

Armrest cushion manufacturing business Brand, for auto and home/office uses, with thousands of positive reviews on ecommerce websites. Great opportunity for an individual or family to operate a...

$30,000

$30,000

Cash Flow: $40,000

Turnkey Business Opportunity

West Covina, CA

Established restaurant business located in West Covina, California, offering an immediate turnkey opportunity in a prime high-traffic location with excellent visibility. This fully operational...

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$200,000

$200,000

Cash Flow: $4,000

Established Sign Franchise in Growing Central Valley Market

$240,000 - San Joaquin County, CA

$240,000

San Joaquin County, CA

Garrett Butler

United Franchise Group

Established Pet Grooming & Supply Business For Sale in Prime Location

Los Angeles, CA

Serving the community for over 20 years, Biju Pet Spa is a well-established pet grooming & supply store with a loyal clientele base and great street exposure & signage. Don't miss the opportunity to...

$140,000

$140,000

Ice Cream Shop for Sale

Fremont, CA

Cauldron Ice Cream Franchise for Sale – Turnkey Opportunity in Prime Location Step into a well-established Cauldron Ice Cream franchise — a brand known for its signature puffle cones, artisan ice...

$160,000

$160,000

Telecommunications networking

California

Established in 2006. Covers San Diego County and Southern California. Can install all sorts of low voltage systems. Including but not limited to installing, maintaining, and upgrading Data Wiring...

$350,000

$350,000

Cash Flow: $162,780

Largest provider of Freediving, Underwater Hunting & Scuba in US

Orange County, CA

This company is the largest provider of freediving and underwater hunting equipment in the United States. It operates multiple retail locations along the California coast and serves as a premier...

$8,444,430

$8,444,430

Cash Flow: $1,676,845

Chocolate Dessert Shop

Sacramento, CA

Beloved, high-end chocolate boutique specializing in handcrafted gourmet chocolates, artisanal desserts, and custom gift collections. Located in a prime retail mall the business has built a loyal...

$200,000

$200,000

Cash Flow: $15,000

Established Day Spa for sale!

Sacramento, CA

Established Day Spa for Sale - Sacramento, CA This thriving day spa presents an exceptional opportunity in Sacramento's growing beauty and wellness market. Established in 2021, the business has...

$150,000

$150,000

$260K Owner Earnings – Multi-Unit Franchise Resale, Low Overhead,

Orange County, CA

Thriving multi-unit franchise resale with two established locations in prime Orange County markets. Combined annual revenue exceeds $1.28 million with owner earnings of approximately $260K. Both...

$590,000

$590,000

Cash Flow: $260,000

Thriving Floral Business with proven revenue and expansion potential

Los Angeles, CA

Ready-to-Own, Modern Flower Shop on Prime Ventura Blvd – Turnkey & Fully Equipped! Step into a thriving, beautifully remodeled flower shop perfectly positioned for long-term success. Featuring...

$182,600

$182,600

Medicare approved IV Therapy with NPI

Los Angeles, CA

"Medicare-Certified Infusion Therapy for Sale with NPI and Medicare number! We are pleased to present a unique opportunity to acquire a IV Therapy license, accredited by the Accreditation Commission...

$49,999

$49,999

Hospice Agency for Sale in Reseda! Passed 36 mos. Fully transferable!

Reseda, CA

For sale is a Hospice Agency located in the neighborhood of Reseda, Los Angeles County. - It is Health Department licensed (CDPH License). Initially licensed in 2021. - The provider number (PTAN) is...

$399,000

$399,000

Established Restaurant – Strong Net, Not Chef-Dependent

Fremont, CA

? Turnkey Restaurant for Sale – Fremont, CA (Main Road Location) ? A rare opportunity to take over a fully equipped, profitable restaurant located on a busy main road in Fremont with excellent...

$450,000

$450,000

Cash Flow: $240,000

Buy 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

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.