San Luis Obispo County, CA
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a well-established, upscale tanning and wellness salon with over two decades of service. Known for its impeccable standards, inviting atmosphere, and loyal client...
Businesses For Sale in California
Local Info
Upscale Tanning & Wellness Studio for Sale
$150,000
Cash Flow: $55,000
Jewelry Store
Riverside, CA
Jewelry Store is a reputable and established retail jewelry business offering an elegant selection of fine jewelry, custom-designed pieces, and fashion accessories. Strategically located in a...
$382,000
Cash Flow: $122,000
GMP Supplement & OTC Manufacturer in CA – Huge Growth Potential
Placentia, CA
Privately held contract manufacturer specializing in dietary supplements and over-the-counter (OTC) drug products for both human and veterinary markets. Established in 1999 and based in Placentia,...
$4,000,000
Cash Flow: $569,594
Approved Medical Training School
Los Angeles County, CA
This Southern California-based vocational training institute specializes in accelerated training certification programs and continuing education. With nearly two decades of successful operation and...
$1,000,000
Cash Flow: $338,266
Premier Custom Cabinet Business – Expandable & Profitable
Van Nuys, CA
This well-established manufacturer has been delivering high-quality custom wood cabinets, millwork, and finish carpentry for over two decades, serving both residential and commercial high-end...
$1,200,000
Cash Flow: $400,000
Profitable Functional Edibles Brand with IP + National Reach
Los Angeles, CA
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a lean, high-margin gummy brand with nationwide reach and proprietary functional formulations. The brand offers 8 SKUs of hemp-derived and wellness-focused...
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$315,000
Cash Flow: $170,000
Rare Adult Boutique, with no competitors for sale
Corona, CA
This boutique retail business combines stylish merchandise with a niche experience-driven model that keeps customers returning. Specializing in high-quality lingerie, tasteful adult novelties, and...
$80,000
Cash Flow: $60,000
Established Commercial Construction Company
Carlsbad, CA
This is an outstanding opportunity to acquire a highly profitable, long-standing commercial construction company with a stellar reputation and decades of industry experience. Specializing in...
$2,200,000
EBITDA: $803,000
Successful turn-key retail nursery with land in Oakland Hills
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Oakland, CA
After many successful years, we are offering Yarrow Nursery for sale as we prepare to relocate overseas. We have had a wonderful journey thanks to the supportive Montclair neighborhood and our sweet...
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$2,499,000
Cash Flow: $200,000
Adult Day Health Care Center
Rancho Cordova, CA
The facility is currently licensed for up to 240 participants. Great opportunity for a new Adult Day Health Care Center operator! Please feel free to reach out to me for more information. Serious...
$2,900,000
FranchiseNetwork in Action
Available in California
ARE YOU A PEOPLE PERSON? We need professionals who have experience building and leading a team of people.
$50,000
See More FranchisesEstablished Boba Tea Shop with 8 ft Hood, Snack Offerings
San Jose, CA
An excellent opportunity to acquire a popular Boba Tea shop in a bustling shopping plaza on Branham Lane in San Jose. The store is 1,509 square feet, offering enough space for customer seating and a...
$168,000
High producing dry cleaners for sale!
Highland, CA
High performing dry cleaners for sale in a popular shopping center with high visibility. This location averages over 230 pieces a day! Here is what is included in the sale : 2 laundry pressing...
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$500,000
Cash Flow: $284,400
Souvenir Decal Brand – Turnkey & Profitable
$350,000
Atascadero, CA
High Potential Indian Restaurant
Sacramento, CA
ESTABLISHED INDIAN RESTAURANT - SACRAMENTO, CA This turnkey Indian restaurant presents an exceptional opportunity in Sacramento's thriving market. Established in 2024, the business has quickly built a...
$275,000
Escape Room For Sale
Fontana, CA
Turnkey opportunity! Selling a fully built and operational 5-room escape room, with each room uniquely themed and designed by the owners. Everything in the building stays — all props, puzzles, décor,...
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$100,000
Cash Flow: $9,000
Aaron Pfeffer
Iconic Business Technologies, Inc.
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
Iconic is a technology-driven M&A advisory platform that helps business owners sell or merge their companies with confidence and efficiency. With over 70 years of combined team experience, more than 200 transactions completed, and over $2 billion in closed deal volume, Iconic focuses on the lower middle market, typically working with companies generating up to $100 million in revenue. Headquartered in Los Angeles, California, Iconic blends AI-powered buyer sourcing, a proprietary deal-management platform called Iconic Rail, and experienced advisory teams to streamline the sell-side process. Positioned between traditional investment banks and small business brokers, Iconic offers a data-backed, high-touch experience that connects quality sellers with well-matched strategic and financial buyers, delivering faster timelines and stronger outcomes through a modernized M&A process.
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Established Pest Control Biz - Recurring Revenue
Sacramento County, CA
Long-established pest control company with 20+ years of organic growth and a stellar reputation. Serving 5 counties, this business generates strong recurring revenue and high cash flow from a solid...
$740,000
Cash Flow: $250,853
Hardcore Fitness DTLA Turnkey Gym/Bootcamp For Sale
Los Angeles, CA
This is a rare opportunity to own a fully equipped and operational fitness facility located in one of the most desirable, high-traffic areas of Downtown Los Angeles. Business Overview Hardcore Fitness...
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$450,000
Cash Flow: $116,268
Turn Key Shabu Restaurant – Prime SSF Location – High Volume
South San Francisco, CA
Location: San Francisco Bay Area (Exact location disclosed upon NDA) Asking Price: $350,000 (Business Sale) Gross Revenue: Approx. $1,000,000 Rent: $14,000/month (including NNN) Size: 3,200 sq. ft....
$350,000
Exclusive Clause Sichuan Fusion in Richmond Plaza
Richmond, CA
A well-established and highly rated Sichuan fusion restaurant is now available for sale. Located in the bustling Pacific East Mall in Richmond, CA, this restaurant benefits from high foot traffic,...
$360,000
Cash Flow: $120,000
Profitable Bicycle Shop – Est. 1975
Sacramento County, CA
Well-established bike shop with strong community roots and loyal clientele. In operation since 1975, this trusted business offers premium bicycle brands (with exclusive sales rights), accessories, and...
$525,000
Cash Flow: $245,837
FranchiseMiracle Method Surface Refinishing
Available Nationwide
Impressive average gross revenue of $1,230,180!* Join the #1 Surface Refinishing Brand, ranked by Entrepreneur Magazine!
$45,000
See More FranchisesBoba Tea and Snack Shop in SF
San Francisco, CA
Turnkey Café/Restaurant with Full Kitchen – Strong Lease – Near Major College Location: San Francisco (High Traffic Area near CCSF) Asking Price: $150,000 Gross Revenue (2024): $400,000 Rent:...
$150,000
Convenience Store in High-Traffic Long Beach
Long Beach, CA
Established Mini Market – Profitable, Easy to Operate, Prime Long Beach Location Long-standing neighborhood mini market/convenience store with strong cash flow and steady profits. Conveniently located...
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$150,000
Cash Flow: $8,500
Great business, fantastic clients, (there’s only one small catch).
$488,888
Irvine, CA
Thriving Mediterranean Restaurant – Prime South OC Location
Mission Viejo, CA
Step into a thriving, family-owned Mediterranean restaurant serving authentic, homemade dishes prepared daily from scratch. Located in one of South Orange County’s most desirable communities, this...
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$265,000
Priced to Sell – Profitable Used Car Dealership
Los Angeles County, CA
Outstanding opportunity to acquire a highly profitable and fully operational used car dealership in the heart of Reseda — now priced to sell quickly. This established business generates over...
$1,000,000
EBITDA: $500,000
Profitable iPhone Repair Shop – $80K+ Cash Flow – REDUCED TO $95K
Long Beach, CA
ACE Tech – Established Electronics Repair Business in Long Beach, CA For sale is a well-established electronics repair business located in Long Beach, California. ACE Tech has built a strong...
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$95,000
Cash Flow: $77,800
Profitable and established Smoke Shop for sale in prime location
Riverside County, CA
Located in a prime location within a golf cart community and next to a bar. Excellent retail layout with a walk in humidor. Unbeatable opportunity to come into an existing thriving business! This is...
$395,000
Beautiful & Up-beat Restaurant in Sherman Oaks/Up-beat Town
Sherman Oaks, CA
Nice off-street from Ventura Blvd., in upbeat Town. The first impression customers have is a pleasant surprise: good Sushi at a reasonable price, along with a wide variety of choices on the menu....
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$150,000
Mission Foods Route For Sale-Chula Vista CA $104,000
Chula Vista, CA
Mission Foods Route For Sale-Chula Vista CA $104,000 #Ownaroute #Buyaroute #Distributor #Distributorship #IndependentDistributor #MissionRoute #MissionFoodsRoute #Mission #Flatbread #TortillaChips...
$104,000
Cash Flow: $82,681
Mission Foods Route For Sale-San Diego CA $102,000
Spring Valley, CA
Mission Foods Route For Sale-San Diego CA $102,000 #Ownaroute #Buyaroute #Distributor #Distributorship #IndependentDistributor #MissionRoute #MissionFoodsRoute #Mission #Flatbread #TortillaChips...
$102,000
Cash Flow: $81,522
FranchisePestMaster
Available Nationwide
Average Gross Sales of $542,842!* Own an Award-Winning Pest Control Business with the Flexibility of a Home-Based Office.
$50,000
See More FranchisesHighly Profitable Trucking Company in Prime Riverside Location
Riverside, CA
Branch Global LLC is an established trucking company with a base of loyal clients providing a consistent cash flow for the company. Business is well organized and known in the industry for their...
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$495,000
EBITDA: $215,000
Mountain County Market with Thriving Business
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Douglas City, CA
This Country Market sits in the center of Douglas City and is right off of State Highway 299, which is a main travel route from Redding & Interstate 5 to Eureka & State Hwy 101. This Market has an...
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$1,250,000
Inherit a Primely Located Nail Salon in the Mission District (As-is)
$60,000
San Francisco, CA
Restaurant / family entertainment center
Arroyo Grande, CA
Build your own Burgers and Fries restaurant. Only place that offers 10 types of french-fries and an assortment of toppings to put on both the hamburgers and french-fries. been open 2 1/2 years and it...
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$210,000
Motivated Seller, Corner Prime Location!
San Francisco, CA
LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION! Turnkey restaurant opportunity in one of San Francisco’s most vibrant and safe neighborhoods — the Marina/Cow Hollow district. This prime corner lot offers unbeatable...
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$150,000
FranchiseExecutive Home Care
Available Nationwide
Net Billings As High As $4.1 Million - Gross Margins As High As 52% - Simple Owner's Lifestyle
$99,000
See More FranchisesPediatric Practice For Sale Southern California – $1.8M Rev
Riverside County, CA
Are you a healthcare professional looking to acquire a well-established pediatric medical practice in the well-sought after region of Southern California? This highly regarded practice, specializing...
Not Disclosed
EBITDA: $723,000
Community-Loved Plumbing Business with Integrity and Reliability
Los Angeles County, CA
** This Business Qualifies for the Down Payment Assist Program** Custom plumbing business with attention to details and customer services. This business has built an excellent reputation in the...
$600,000
Cash Flow: $260,000
Independently owned In-home care agency Serving the Bay Area
Contra Costa County, CA
LOI due 11/14/2025: This company helps clients and their families meet and schedule caregivers while handling compliance with state rules and regulations. This is often critical when a person’s health...
$1,500,000
Cash Flow: $418,909
High-Margin Finance Business for Sale — Proven Systems, Big Upside
San Jose, CA
Established tech-enabled finance platform generating $1M in seller's discretionary earnings with proven systems and exceptional growth potential. This Silicon Valley-based business operates in the...
$6,500,000
Cash Flow: $1,000,000
TURNKEY Coffee / Cafe Shop For Sale
Spring Valley, CA
Turnkey café opportunity! This shop is a local favorite, known for its quality coffee, delicious desserts, breakfast, and deli options. With a loyal customer base and prime location, it's ready for a...
$179,999
Jason Hullender
IAG
Serving Riverside County, CA
IAG M&A Advisors is a nationwide business intermediary consulting firm that facilitates the buying & selling of businesses with the goals of our clients at heart. With over 100 years of combined management experience, our team gets to know each of our clients personally to understand their values & businesses. Our experience & leadership in the M&A industry has helped the owners of privately-held companies “cash in” on all their hard work and get the best payoff possible. Please refer any inquiries and send any NDAs to buyers@iag-service.com.
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Hospitality-focused brokerage and consulting business
Palm Desert, CA
A long-established and reputable service business specializing in vacation property resales and rentals is now available. With over three decades of experience and a strong, loyal client base, this...
$590,000
Cash Flow: $247,802
Turnkey Health & Wellness Juice / Acai Bar with Strong Cash Flow
San Bernardino County, CA
Business Description Step into one of Southern California’s most vibrant industries, the booming health, nutrition, and wellness café sector. This turn-key, positive cash-flow juice and wellness brand...
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$449,000
Cash Flow: $180,000
Established Pizzeria in a Great Location!
$199,000
Monterey County, CA
Charm Kiosks - 6 Kisoks (3 locations) Priced For Quick Sale!!!
San Bernardino County, CA
REDUCED AGAIN!!!!!! 6 Mall Kiosks in 3 cities Established Charm Retail Business for sale......Also priced individually per city. All six locations projected net income for 2025 is $302k+ annually....
$199,900
Cash Flow: $302,000
One of a kind Coffee Shop with 2 locations
Yucaipa, CA
This Coffee Shop is a cozy, one-of-a-kind café where great coffee meets a cinematic, immersive vibe. With two locations serving San Bernardino and Riverside County, it’s a welcoming spot for movie...
$625,000
FranchiseConserva Irrigation
Available in California
The Grass is Greener on Our Side
$50,000
See More FranchisesSemi-Absentee Lumber Supplier & Distributor – $200K Inventory Included
Santa Ana, CA
Located in a central Santa Ana warehouse, this business specializes in sourcing and distributing reclaimed lumber, custom doors, mantles, beams, and architectural wood materials. Clients include...
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$225,000
Turnkey Restaurant Opportunity
Rowland Heights, CA
Turnkey restaurant opportunity in Diamond Plaza, Rowland Heights. 2,124 SF with lease through Dec. 2027 plus 5-year option. Prime high-traffic location with strong visibility. Monthly rent $11,747.09...
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$168,888
Machine Shop | Auto Engine Rebuilding | Commercial Land & Building
Colton, CA
Business and Commercial Land & Building for Sale Established 33-year automotive business on a 7,000 sq ft lot near I-10 with parking for 10–12 vehicles and steady referral-based clientele. Optional...
$277,000
Fully Permitted Aerospace Coating Facility + Real Estate
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...
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$400,000
SBA Pre-Approved Absentee Owned Cosmetic Teeth Whitening Studio
Los Angeles, CA
This established cosmetic teeth whitening studio has built a trusted brand over the past decade and operates in a busy commercial area with minimal local competition. The business runs with low...
$290,000
Cash Flow: $91,382
Scalable Freight Business in the Inland Empire - Motivated seller
Palm Desert, CA
This family-owned freight services company is known for delivering personalized and efficient logistics solutions with a solid reputation for reliability and customer care. With experience in both...
$250,000
Cash Flow: $118,797
Semiconductor and RF Manufacturer - UNDER CONTRACT
San Jose, CA
Founded in 1987, M-pulse Microwave has been and continues to be a technological leader and innovator in the RF and microwave semiconductor industry. Located in two custom designed manufacturing...
$2,500,000
SHIFTR - Southern California's Stick Shift Driving School
Los Angeles, CA
After 1.5 years of establishing SHIFTR as the go-to source for stick shift lessons throughout Southern California, we are offering the opportunity to purchase our Los Angeles area business and...
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$59,000
Cash Flow: $55,000
LA Based ATM Business - Great Cash Flow & Management in Place
Los Angeles, CA
Listing Details: - Location: Los Angeles, CA - Number of Units: 90 - Terminal Brand: GenMega & Hyosung - Age of Machines: 2-6 years - Established: 2019 - Annual Net Cashflow: ~$324,000 For sale: A...
$1,399,999
Cash Flow: $324,000
FranchiseKoala Insulation
Available Nationwide
Eco-Friendly Insulation Franchise - Smart Investments. Real Impact.
$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.
