California
Mountain Mike’s Pizza | Franchise for Sale Asking Price: $2,500,000 Here’s your chance to own two established Mountain Mike’s Pizza franchise locations in highly desirable coastal communities in...
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Mountain Mike's CA - California Coast - Multi-Unit
$2,500,000
Cash Flow: $692,484
Industry-Leading Sign Franchise Resale
Simi Valley, CA
We are one of the industry's leading sign and graphic franchises. Using a computer-based design technique, our concept emphasizes sign and graphic solutions. We offer fast turnaround, a...
$100,000
The Largest Vape & Smoke Shop in The South Bay - Profitable Since 2013
Torrance, CA
An outstanding opportunity to acquire a top-rated, profitable, long-standing vape and smoke retail store in Torrance, CA. This Smoke Shop is the trendiest in the South Bay with its elegant custom...
4
$390,000
Cash Flow: $320,000
Established Automotive Repair Franchise in Contra Costa County, CA
Contra Costa County, CA
A rare opportunity to purchase a successful Automotive Repair franchise in Contra Costa County, California. The Seller is confident in the future of this business and is willing to offer a Sellers...
$229,999
Cash Flow: $93,419
Unique Lifestyle Boutique: Jewelry, Gifts, Sculptures
San Diego, CA
We are a lifestyle boutique that offers a unique collection of hand made items such as jewelry clothing and accessories. In addition we sell lighting, African Sculptures and water features from around...
3
$250,000
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...
5
$150,000
Mission's Tortilla Route, San Diego, CA
San Diego, CA
Mission’s Tortilla Route for sale in the San Diego, Carlsbad and Oceanside, California area for $164,400! Currently generating $855,176 in yearly sales and nets an estimated $120,501. Distributorship...
$164,400
Cash Flow: $120,501
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...
6
$260,000
Golden Triangle Luxury Sunglass & Optical Shop - Low Rent Gem
Beverly Hills, CA
Prime Beverly Hills Golden Triangle optical store located on “Little Restaurant Row” just steps from Rodeo Drive, in a walkable, dining focused stretch surrounded by world-class boutiques, five-star...
$250,000
Cash Flow: $120,000
Express Car Wash Newly Built In 2022 + Property
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Visalia, CA
• PRIME LOCATION, NEAR MAJOR INTERSECTION ACROSS FROM COMMUNITY SHOPPING CENTER • Bubble Zone Express Car Wash was built ground up in late 2022 and is equipped with top tier McNeil equipment -...
$8,990,000
FranchiseSend Me a Pro
Available Nationwide
Send Me a Pro is the first Home Services Platform Franchise, enabling you to aggregate multiple home services under one franchise.
$49,599
See More FranchisesSHIFTR - 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 California and Washington state, we are offering the opportunity to purchase our business and continue to...
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$150,000
Cash Flow: $100,000
Profitable Mechanic Shop in Northridge – Prime Location & Established
Los Angeles, CA
Seize the opportunity to own a well-established tire and wheel shop in the heart of Northridge! Located on a high-traffic street with excellent visibility, this business has built a strong reputation...
5
$250,000
Farmers Agency For Sale
$270,000
Solano County, CA
Chinese seafood restaurant
Stockton, CA
Capacities 98 . Extreme value . Full size kitchen. Entire exhaust hood and cookware 2019 . Walk in freezer and cooler. Commercial bbq stove . Dough mixer. Food prep table 112X36X36. Plenty parking. @...
$160,000
Cash Flow: $43,000
Fast Growing Roofing Company!
Sacramento, CA
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a highly profitable, fast-growing roofing company that has cemented its position as a leader in the Sacramento market. The business has demonstrated exceptional...
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$2,250,000
Cash Flow: $700,000
Robert Wellman
BusinessWise Brokers & Consultants
Serving El Dorado County, CA
As an independent business brokerage firm, our focus is dedicated to providing you the best outcome possible. Whether you are selling a business, buying a business, leasing commercial property or buying commercial property, we are dedicated to ensuring your experience is a good one. What makes this firm different you may ask? Principal broker, Robert Wellman, has built and sold firms throughout his career. As a former accountant, Chief Financial Officer, and business owner of both service and retail businesses, he can relate on many levels to the experiences you may be facing. Having worked in mergers and acquisitions for a number of years, his proven experience is invaluable. Finally, your success is our success. We work primarily on a referral basis and count on referrals to grow. We greatly appreciate the trust and referrals we have received since starting the firm in 2013.
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Great turnkey Smog Test Only Shop opportunity in Carson, CA!
Carson, CA
The shop sits on a high-traffic cross street with excellent visibility, providing steady walk-in customer potential. While historical financial performance has been impacted by staff turnover, the...
3
$110,000
Cash Flow: $44,000
LGBT+ Bar & Cabaret Opportunity, Palm Springs TYPE 48 ABC
Palm Springs, CA
For Sale: A vibrant, well-established Palm Springs gay cocktail lounge and cabaret-style bar with nightly live performances and entertainment, operating five nights a week. The listing is fully...
$850,000
Online Pet Furniture Store 3k Profit Projections
Los Angeles County, CA
Selling Online Pet Furniture Store with $3k Profit and $10k Revenue Projections Here’s everything you need to know: Scalable Online Pet Furniture Store – A growing business offering stylish and...
$113,990
Turn key Poke Restaurant
Los Angeles, CA
Here’s your chance to own a popular, turnkey business in the heart of North Hollywood! Offering an exciting opportunity for an entrepreneur ready to bring their own vision and fresh ideas to an...
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$95,988
Profitable Take-N-Bake Pizza Business – Seller Financing Available!
San Leandro, CA
Established in 2011, this recently-remodeled and well-established Papa Murphy’s is situated in a high-traffic shopping center anchored by top retailers like Safeway and CVS Pharmacy. We’ve built a...
$199,000
Cash Flow: $75,456
FranchiseScreenmobile
Available in California
Transform your future with Screenmobile—where flexible ownership meets a booming demand for screen and shade solutions, all backed by a nationally recognized brand!
$50,000
See More FranchisesEstablished Courier Business in Sacramento with 30 Years of Expertise
West Sacramento, CA
For three decades, our company has been the trusted name in On-Demand courier services for Sacramento's local businesses. Serving major corporations and small businesses alike, we specialize in...
$1,800,000
Great Income / Cashflow on the Central Coast of California
San Luis Obispo County, CA
Established Retail business with locations in San Luis Obispo, Santa Maria and Lompoc (each location about 30 miles apart) Business has been established in the community for over 15 years and has a...
$850,000
EBITDA: $325,000
Fancy Spa Novato
$575,000
Novato, CA
Liquor Store & Market, Huge Upside Potential Alameda, California
Alameda, CA
MS Real Estate is thrilled to share an exceptional opportunity to acquire a market and liquor store in one of Alameda, California's most affluent neighborhoods. Established in 2013, this well-managed...
$119,000
Turnkey SUV / Limo Company TCP/Uber SUV
Irvine, CA
45k total + you buy the car or refinance in your name (45k balance on loan) Est 2022**Turnkey LIMO/BLACK SUV White Glove Service. Currently with 1 Black SUV 2023 XL Fully Loaded for Corporate or UBER...
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$45,000
Cash Flow: $95,000
12 Private Salon Suite For Sale 30 Years In Business
Folsom, CA
Established salon business with 12 private suites available for acquisition in prime Folsom, CA location. Operating continuously for 30 years since 1996, this well-established business features two...
$170,000
Cash Flow: $51,098
Children’s Clothing Boutique for Sale – Prime Location + Online Store
Beverly Hills, CA
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a children’s clothing boutique in one of Los Angeles’ most prestigious shopping destinations – Westfield Century City Mall. The sale also includes an established...
$99,000
Cash Flow: $120,000
Rare Opportunity: Well-Loved Dessert Business Up for Grabs!
Concord, CA
Step into ownership of a proven Beard Papa's franchise - the world-famous cream puff brand with over 550 locations worldwide. This Concord location sits right in the heart of Todos Santos Plaza,...
3
$198,000
Halal Meat and Grocery Store
San Joaquin County, CA
-Absentee run well established halal meat and grocery store for sale. -Specializes in high quality halal meats, spices and Middle Eastern products. -Well equipped butcher shop with a loyal customer...
3
$475,000
Cash Flow: $250,000
Established Flower Shop with Loyal Customers for Sale
Orange, CA
Established Flower Shop in Old Towne Orange Since 1990 – A Blossoming Business Opportunity Step into a thriving, well-loved floral business with a legacy of over three decades in the heart of Old...
5
$120,000
FranchiseBest Option Restoration
Available in California
A trusted national leader in the disaster restoration industry
$50,000
See More FranchisesLake Tahoe Water Company
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Carnelian Bay, CA
Water company servicing 580+ water connections in beautiful Lake Tahoe. The company has been established for 60+ years serving drinking water to the neighborhood. Sale comes with water tanks, artesian...
$2,800,000
San Fernando Valley Pool Service Route for Sale
Los Angeles County, CA
Decades old, seasoned clients on this highly desirable route, many stops located in proximity to each other for maximum efficiency. These are established, choice communities with loyal, long-term...
$108,600
Cash Flow: $117,500
45 Year Southern California Specialty Medical Pharmacy
$7,995,000
California
Premium Allstate Agency for Sale – Prime Location & Loyal Client Base
San Jose, CA
Price: $1,450,000 Location: San Jose, CA – Between Willow Glen & Campbell Industry: Insurance – Allstate Franchise Established: 2021 Business Overview: This is a rare opportunity to acquire a...
$1,450,000
Cash Flow: $650,000
Eco-Friendly 30+ years Cleaners with Loyal Customers! (runs itself)
San Diego, CA
Seller motivated and open to offers! This established eco-friendly cleaners, alterations, wash&fold, and laundry service business. They have a dedicated team who can run the business on their own, of...
$360,000
FranchiseTeriyaki Madness
Available Nationwide
Our food is addictive and our concept is fresh!
$200,000
See More FranchisesResidential Service Electrician 400+ 5-star Reviews on Google and Yelp
Santa Rosa, CA
For the right person, this is a turnkey operation with gross revenues of $450K per year, the business can provide a 5-year payback on an investment of $150K down with payments over time for a total...
$265,000
Operational Cannabis Dispensary Business For Sale (Corona, California)
Corona, CA
Fully Operational Cannabis Dispensary Business For Sale W/ Option To Purchase Real Estate (Corona, California) #1585 Take advantage of this rare opportunity to own a fully operational cannabis...
$1,999,000
Recession Proof Fire Protection Business
San Dimas, CA
Established profitable and growing full service Fire protection business with over 350 active loyal repeating clients, offers steady adequate income stream and even larger growth potential. The...
$300,000
Mission Foods Route For Sale Burbank CA $89,000
Burbank, CA
Mission Foods Route For Sale Burbank CA $89,000 #Ownaroute #Buyaroute #Distributor #Distributorship #IndependentDistributor #MissionRoute #MissionFoodsRoute #Mission #Flatbread #TortillaChips #Wraps...
$89,000
Cash Flow: $72,596
Sushi & Roll Restaurant in Bakersfield, CA
Bakersfield, CA
This established sushi and Japanese restaurant presents an exceptional opportunity in Bakersfield's premier shopping mall location. Operating since 2021, the business generates $1,300,000 in annual...
$399,000
Arthur Huang
Pinnacle Real Estate Group
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
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The UPS Store for Sale UPScale LA County $510K Income and $1.2 M Sales
Los Angeles County, CA
This The UPS Store is located in one of the most prestigious and affluent areas in Los Angeles County. The demographics surrounding The UPS Store location are strong with a population of 232,534 and...
$2,199,000
Cash Flow: $510,000
Danville Fully "Turn Key" Cafe / BOBA / Dessert
Danville, CA
Established turnkey dessert cafe and boba shop located in prime Danville location within Trader Joe's shopping center. Uji Time Desserts offers Japanese-inspired desserts in a clean, modern 1,210...
3
$160,000
Turn-Key, Profitable, Pet Wash , Easy To Run
$95,000
Los Angeles, CA
Prime Location For Flex Car Wash - Currently Express Car Wash
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Palmdale, CA
Prime Location for Flex Car Wash Services – Full-Service & Express Car Wash • The property offers an exceptional opportunity to operate as a Flex Car Wash with both Full Service and Express Car Wash...
$4,990,000
Arden Pool Service Route for Sale
Sacramento County, CA
**30% Seller Financing Available** with 24 month term. Free Brand New Riptide vacuum. Very condensed route that has been optimized over the years. Pools are efficient overall and in great shape. Free...
$139,200
Cash Flow: $156,000
FranchiseBenito's Pizza
Available in California
$572,000 AUV Join a well-established, 40+-year chain with huge growth potential and multi-unit opportunities!
$300,000
See More FranchisesGreat location, Well stablished restaurant opportunity, close to Sofi
Inglewood, CA
Profitable restaurant for sale, owner is retiring, located in one of the busiest city in California .very easy to run, the restaurant is very friendly supports a comfortable to dine in or take it...
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$199,000
Cash Flow: $45,000
Absentee-Run Liquor Store For Sale – Alameda County
Alameda County, CA
This profitable liquor store in Alameda County is a rare absentee-run opportunity, generating nearly $1M in annual sales with minimal day-to-day involvement from ownership. With steady revenue, strong...
$699,000
Successful Dry Cleaning & Laundry Business, Strong Customer Loyalty!
Sacramento County, CA
In 1978, the owners began their dry cleaning and laundry business in Sacramento. After numerous years of operations in the same building in which they started their business, they purchased land and...
$100,000
Cash Flow: $24,422
Owner Absentee Turnkey Postal Business in High Traffic Location
Rancho Mirage, CA
Your one-stop shop for all your postal needs in a highly desirable location with stable revenues and cash flows. This business is 100% owner absentee with a team in place to run the store. The...
$365,424
Cash Flow: $136,582
Thriving Logistics Business with $4,050,000 Million in Annual Revenue
Los Angeles County, CA
Jump into one of the most profitable logistics operations out there and accelerate your entry into the booming trucking industry without the expensive mistakes that often sink new ventures. We’re...
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$2,000,000
EBITDA: $855,000
Main Street in Historic Murphys Established Retial store
Murphys, CA
Charming Gift Boutique in the Heart of Historic Murphys, CA. Don't miss this rare opportunity to own a beloved gift shop in one of California's most charming Gold Country towns. Established in 2018,...
6
$139,000
Established Meineke Car Care Franchise For Sale
San Diego, CA
Established Meineke Car Care Franchise for Sale in San Diego, CA This well-established automotive service franchise presents an exceptional investment opportunity in the thriving San Diego market....
4
$200,000
Established Permanent Makeup Pigment Manufacturing Company
California
For over 30 years, this well-established company has specialized in the production and sale of high-quality permanent makeup pigments for the beauty industry and paramedical applications. Founded in...
6
$700,000
Hot Chicken and SmashBurger Restaurant Mission Valley
San Diego, CA
Hot Chickz is a popular and thriving hot chicken restaurant located in the heart of Mission Valley, California. Renowned for its mouthwatering, crispy, and flavorful chicken, Hot Chickz has become a...
6
$350,000
Cash Flow: $750,000
FranchiseDRYmedic Restoration Services
Available in California
Enjoy an Average Territory Gross Revenue of $717,860 and invest in a multi-stream business.
$75,000
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.
