Alameda, CA
Flexible Ownership Options This home-based Treasure Tower Rewards Program operates under a nationally recognized brand, providing a proven reward and motivation system for children in dental offices,...
Businesses For Sale in California
Local Info
Part-Time Business | Established Contra Costa Alameda County Accounts
3
$61,970
Off Road Auto Repair Shop For Sale 8+ years in Business
Santa Clarita, CA
Established Off Road Auto Repair & Customization Shop - 8+ Years in Business This thriving auto repair and off-road customization business has been successfully serving the Santa Clarita community...
5
$60,000
Los Angeles Pool Service Route for Sale
Los Angeles County, CA
Profitable route with nearly all clients paying for chlorine tablets sold by the seller. Easy route overall. Highly successful veteran seller will fastrack a buyer into the business. Seller has a...
$114,000
Cash Flow: $133,000
Farmers 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,...
$150,000
Cash Flow: $120,000
Profitable Turnkey Store in Prime Location – Ready to Operate!
San Diego, CA
Established smoke shop located in a high-traffic commercial district of San Diego, offering exceptional growth potential and turnkey operations. This profitable retail business has generated...
4
$120,000
Cash Flow: $75,000
Growing Pest Control Biz with recurring and highly satisfied customers
Riverside County, CA
Established Pest Control Franchise - Southwest Riverside County Territory This thriving pest control franchise represents an exceptional opportunity to acquire a well-positioned business with strong...
4
$159,000
Cash Flow: $60,000
Established Sign Franchise in Growing Central Valley Market
San Joaquin County, CA
This 4-year-old sign business is a fully operational, turnkey opportunity with a prime location in a busy retail plaza next to major national brands. The business includes a highly skilled team of...
$240,000
Hot Wings Restaurant *Modern / Turn-key/High Traffic*
Glendale, CA
Unique opportunity to own an established turn-key operating business with 5 star google reviews and an unmatched quality to price model....
6
$125,000
Cash Flow: $12,500
Premium Turnkey Restaurant and Patio
Lincoln, CA
Family Dining Restaurant Available Beer, Wine,Full Kitchen, Patio *Recently featured in Discover Magazine as a "Foodie Destination." Established American restaurant in Lincoln, California presents an...
6
$425,000
Healthcare Services & Sales
Huntington Park, CA
Currently this is a massage therapy office and sales of vitamins and health products. Established for almost 25 years. This location has room for multiple therapists, includes shower, bathroom,...
$15,000
Cash Flow: $16,000
FranchiseComplete Pest Solutions
Available Nationwide
STEP ABOVE THE COMPETITION WITH COMPREHENSIVE SERVICES Many of our competitors in the pest control industry offer limited services. At Complete Pest Solutions, we strive to provide a broad set of comprehensive solutions to many different pest control issues. Our technicians are even trained to offer expert solutions to wildlife intrusions and nuisances, something many small pest control companies (and some of the big ones) do not provide.
$100,000
See More FranchisesMental Health & Addiction Clinic – $200K+ Cash Flow
Thousand Oaks, CA
Rare opportunity to own a profitable, independent mental health and addiction recovery center located near the affluent and growing region of Thousand Oaks, CA. With over $200K in annual net income...
$875,000
Cash Flow: $202,415
Fantastic Carpet & Flooring Business – 59-Year Track Record!!!
Fullerton, CA
Rare chance to acquire a legacy carpet & flooring business in Orange County that’s been serving the community from the same location for nearly six decades. With over $1M in annual revenue and strong...
$530,000
Cash Flow: $140,069
High-Growth Opportunity – Profitable Hardcore Fitness Gym
$525,000
El Cajon, CA
Technology VAR Company Looking for the Right Successor
Alameda County, CA
Thriving Technology VAR Company Prime Bay Area Location – 23 Years of Success. Here’s your chance to own a highly respected and well-established telecommunications company located in the San Francisco...
$1,800,000
Cash Flow: $423,000
Near Sacramento, CA: Highly Profitable Security Business for Sale
Yuba City, CA
The Signal franchise network is dedicated to providing peace of mind to communities and building a profitable, sustainable business. This isn’t just about stepping into revenue, it’s about growing...
2
$250,000
Tyler Evans
So-Cal Business Brokers
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
Seller Representation Only! We represent sellers, not buyers, and have been doing it for over 30 years and have an outstanding 90+% Success Rate! We encourage you to spend time on our website ( www.so-calbusinessbrokers.com ) as it is our means of sharing a lot of vital information that can help you avoid mistakes and maximize your transaction. At a minimum, view and understand The Best Possible Transaction and The Sales Process and you will know more than 90% of the people who want to sell their businesses and a lot more than most business brokers. We concentrate our coverage in Southern California with a major emphasis on Orange County, San Diego County and Los Angeles County and we do not charge an ‘up-front’ fee. Many in this industry charge for valuations, industry reviews, ‘packaging’, expenses, etc. and our sole compensation is a Success Fee that is paid when your transaction closes —- in essence, we only get paid when you get paid and if we can’t sell your business at a price and upon terms acceptable to you, then you do not owe us a dime!
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Sushi & Japanese Restaurant For Sale
El Cajon, CA
Established Japanese Restaurant For Sale - Over 13 Years of Success This profitable sushi and Japanese restaurant has been serving the El Cajon community since 2012, building a loyal customer base...
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$280,000
High Traffic, Coveted Hair Salon For Sale
San Lorenzo, CA
Easy to run, profitable, stable cashflow, terrific location!...
$60,000
Encinitas Pool Service Route for Sale
San Diego County, CA
Excellent rates on these accounts in some of the counties most desired cities. Great clientele that are easy to work with. Pools are in excellent cared for condition. Own your own recession-proof...
$50,400
Cash Flow: $54,000
Well Established Waxing Franchise With Returning Customers
Sacramento, CA
Take advantage of this unique opportunity to own a Waxing franchise in a prime, high-traffic location. This modern studio is fully built out and operational, offering a sleek, professional environment...
$270,000
High-Income Potential Business Brokerage – Exclusive Territory
Santa Cruz County, CA
An outstanding opportunity to acquire an exclusive and well-established business brokerage territory in one of California’s most economically diverse and opportunity-rich regions. This territory...
$91,000
FranchiseSpaulding Decon
Available Nationwide
Spaulding Decon: professional cleanup services with 10+ yrs exp. Invest in recession-proof franchise-model with national accounts & support.
$50,000
See More FranchisesChico Pool Service Route for Sale
Butte County, CA
Perfect starter route with all accounts in highly desirable Chico, CA. All accounts are residential and inground. Successful seasoned seller will be a great source of information. No Spas or...
$18,000
Cash Flow: $20,000
Software Development Consulting Firm
California
This Leading Software Development consulting firm specializes in medical devices, first-time responder applications, and has recently become an approved GSA vendor. The company offers project...
$3,400,000
Cash Flow: $1,365,951
High-margin AI SaaS for real estate image enhancement
$300,000
San Francisco, CA
Pool Service Route- Wilton, CA
Wilton, CA
***PRICE REDUCED*** JOIN A BILLION DOLLAR INDUSTRY WITH UNLIMITED POTENTIAL! OWN YOUR OWN THRIVING POOL SERVICE ROUTE WITH RECURRING POSITIVE CASH FLOW. Nice well established starter route in Wilton,...
$25,520
Cash Flow: $25,000
Charming Restaurant & Real Estate Opportunity – Julian, CA
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Julian, CA
Located in the heart of Julian, California, this beloved restaurant is a cornerstone of the local dining scene and a favorite among both tourists and residents. Nestled along Main Street, this...
$1,279,000
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...
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$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
Auto Repair and Tire Business for sale
Sacramento, CA
Well established Automotive business locations. Busy Rd with main frontage. Very hard to get like this location with very reasonable rental rate. Lease available for ten year or more optional. All the...
5
$200,000
Super Busy location | 1,145SF | BoBa/Snack Store Costa Mesa/Santa Ana
Santa Ana, CA
Tapioca Express--The Famous BoBa Tea and Drinks /Snack Store located in great area of Orange County center. Super busy location on the main street. Close to the very famous South Coast Plaza at Costa...
4
$118,000
Cash Flow: $150,000
Quaint, Modern, space efficient designed Hair salon/ Clothing Retails
Santa Cruz, CA
The space can be used for any type of retails or cosmetology business. Half of the salon is a clothing retails including clothing racks and inventories. Your choice to use it as one or for both...
2
$46,000
Premier LEGO® Resale Franchise Opportunity
Orange County, CA
We are pleased to present an exciting opportunity to acquire this franchise—the largest and most established LEGO® resale brand in North America, with a proven track record and over 100 locations...
$349,000
Cash Flow: $84,000
Sushi Kiosk - Grocery Store
Riverside County, CA
This is an excellent opportunity for an owner-operator to acquire a manageable, profitable business supported by a nationally recognized franchise brand. Located inside a high-traffic grocery store,...
$108,000
Cash Flow: $84,000
Established & Profitable AUTO BODY SHOP in VAN NUYS
$475,000
Van Nuys, CA
Auto Repair Brakes & Alignment Established 40 Year
Los Angeles County, CA
This well-established auto repair shop has been serving the community for over 40 years and is prominently situated on a major high-traffic boulevard within a dedicated auto center. Specializing in...
$100,000
Cash Flow: $120,000
CulinaryOne Food Manufacturing Company - All Natural! SC2236
California
CulinaryOne Food Manufacturing Company Based In Sacramento - All Natural! SC2236 Financial Information Asking Price: $3,000,000 Cash Flow: On request Gross Revenue: On request Down Payment: $3,000,000...
$3,000,000
FranchiseIntelligent Office
Available Nationwide
Recurring Revenue. Scalable Growth. An Expanding Market. While the flexible office space business model has gone mainstream in the last few years, Intelligent Office has been thinking ahead of the market since 1995. We’ve put our insider’s knowledge to use by making deliberate decisions to identify where the market will be going to help keep our franchisee’s revenue growing. The number of global coworking members has grown 800% since 2015. To capitalize on this rising tide, we actively collaborate with our current franchise owners and their clients to identify unmet needs and opportunity areas that are waiting to be capitalized.
$175,000
See More FranchisesClean, State-Of-The-Art, Self-Serve Dog Wash & Professional Grooming
Orange County, CA
After rescuing multiple dogs, and relocating to Orange County in the early 2000's, the current owner and spouse were in search of a convenient way to bathe their dogs after trips to the famous...
$300,000
Cash Flow: $68,000
Established Dropship Outdoor Sporting Goods E-Commerce Website
Orange County, CA
We are offering a thriving online drop shipping outdoor sporting goods website. This is a unique opportunity to acquire a business with proven revenue-generating capabilities and significant growth...
$100,000
Cash Flow: $71,000
Dry Cleaning
San Mateo County, CA
Net $80,000/ year This is a rare opportunity to own a well-established dry cleaning business in a highly desirable area of San Mateo County. Located in a small, busy strip mall surrounded by...
$135,000
Los Angeles Coin Laundromat Near Downtown Attractions
Los Angeles, CA
This coin laundromat is located just outside of downtown Los Angeles, blocks away from the LA Convention Center, LA Live and Crypto Arena. While the surrounding neighborhood has excellent demographics...
$270,000
Coin Laundromat in Baldwin Park
Baldwin Park, CA
This coin laundromat in Baldwin Park is a great option for an investor looking for a turnkey business to take over. With a strong income, great parking and a partial remodel within the last few years,...
$495,000
Leigh Apodaca
The Apodaca Group at Compass
Serving Orange County, CA
The Apodaca Group, in partnership with Compass Commercial, offers invaluable assistance to entrepreneurs aiming to sell their small businesses. Our team excels in identifying suitable buyers and ensuring seamless transitions for all parties involved, making us an attractive option for business owners contemplating a sale. Should you be exploring the sale of your business and require support in locating the ideal purchaser, we invite you to connect with The Apodaca Group. This collaborative effort could prove to be a highly advantageous stride in your journey. Leveraging our team's capacity to engage with a diverse pool of potential candidates on a daily basis potentially enhances the probability of discovering the perfect buyer for your enterprise. If you have any specific questions, feel free to ask! Give us a call today!
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Profitable Liquor Store Just Off I-5 – Includes Property
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Siskiyou County, CA
Confidential liquor store with real estate for sale in Northern California, located just off the I-5 freeway. This turnkey operation features strong sales and steady traffic. Real property is included...
$1,600,000
La Plaza Shoe Repair
Palm Springs, CA
An established shoe and leather repair shop is now available for sale in the heart of Palm Springs, California. This full-service business has been serving the local community and tourists alike for...
$149,000
Cash Flow: $63,505
13-Year Online Tattoo Supply Business | Amazon, Walmart, Temu & DTC
$180,000
Los Angeles County, CA
Turnkey Fine Dining Restaurant & Bar– Fully Built-Out, Ready to Launch
Folsom, CA
Rare opportunity to take over a fully operational, beautifully constructed fine dining restaurant with almost 1 million invested in the buildout just two years ago. Located in one of the most...
$650,000
Mediterraenan Restaurant E-2 Visa Eligible - Owner Operator
Lake Forest, CA
Turnkey Mediterranean Fast-Casual Restaurant – Profitable & E-2 Visa Eligible Located in the heart of Lake Forest, this 1,070 sq ft restaurant comes fully equipped with a commercial kitchen, stylish...
$120,000
FranchiseH&H Bagels
Available Nationwide
New York City's most iconic bagel since 1972, now expanding nationwide. Major metropolitan areas are still available.
$500,000
See More FranchisesTurn-key Winery For Sale in the South Bay!
Santa Clara County, CA
Rare opportunity to acquire a highly respected boutique winery and tasting room in the desirable South Bay region. This well-established business has been producing exceptional wines for nearly two...
$950,000
Mexican Japanese Fusion
East Los Angeles, CA
Great project just good food but my partner isn’t happy...
4
$90,000
Cash Flow: $80,000
Established Mobile Dog Grooming business on the San Mateo Coast
Pacifica, CA
Established Mobile Dog Grooming Business - San Mateo Coast This turnkey mobile dog grooming business has served the Pacifica area since 2000, establishing itself as the first mobile groomer in the...
5
$200,000
LTC (Close Door) Pharmacy-Well Established-High Volume-Real Turnkey
Encino, CA
Perfect Opportunity For Experienced LTC Pharmacist OR LTC Strategic Buyer, Who Would Like To Increase Their Market Share In Southern California, By Purchasing A Large Book Of Business!! The LTC &...
$1,500,000
Established Learning Center for Sale – Recurring Revenue & Scalable
El Cajon, CA
For sale is a fully operational and profitable tutoring business with both in-person and online components. Shater Learning Center, based in Rancho San Diego, has built a stellar reputation for...
3
$120,000
Cash Flow: $60,000
PROFITABLE Coffee , Boba , Dessert shop, Hillcrest , San Diego, CA
San Diego, CA
Seize the opportunity to own a profitable dessert and beverage shop in the heart of Hillcrest, San Diego—one of the most vibrant and affluent neighborhoods in the city. Known for its high foot...
$134,000
Cash Flow: $91,630
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
Long Established California Non-Apparel Sewing Manufacturer For Sale
Los Angeles County, CA
Introduction: We are excited to present a compelling opportunity to purchase a leading west coast contract manufacturer specializing in sewn products based in the United States. With over 30 years of...
$2,999,999
Absentee Run USDA Certified Organic Juice Bar for Sale - Campbell, CA
Campbell, CA
This Franchised location is a thriving organic juice and smoothie bar offering a wide range of USDA-certified organic cold-pressed juices, smoothies, acai bowls, wellness shots, wraps, toasts,...
2
$350,000
Cash Flow: $140,000
FranchiseComForCare
Available in California
ComForCare is your chance to own a senior home care franchise business that makes a real, meaningful difference in the lives of older adults in your community. Our franchise owners help families find peace of mind, knowing that their loved ones want to live their best life possible in the comfort of their own home.
$50,000
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.
