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...
Businesses For Sale in California
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Technology VAR Company Looking for the Right Successor
$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
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
Chico 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
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
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
FranchiseGraze Craze
Available Nationwide
If you’ve considered investing in a food franchise, our grazing board business could be right for you. Charcuterie boards have proven to be a food trend with staying power.
$50,000
See More FranchisesFinancial 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
High-Margin B2B E-commerce Dental Supply Business with 2,200 Customers
$1,200,000
San Bernardino County, CA
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
Timothy Haves
Petroleum Realty Group ®
Serving Orange County, CA
The Petroleum Realty Group ® specializes in the sale and purchase of gas stations and convenience stores and has quickly risen to become the premier Gas Station, Car wash and alternative fuel advisor in California. Born out of the Corporate services world, the Petroleum Realty Group was formed to provide professional advice to an industry sector that has hitherto suffered from inconsistencies and mistrust. Buying or selling a Gas Station and Car Wash is no different from any other large capital transaction. Our clients are seeking an industry expert who not only knows the intricacies of the business but who can guild them through the financial implications and legal ramifications associated Gas Stations and Car Washes. With over a billion dollars of transactions over the past 10 years our success speaks for itself. We have eliminated the guess work from buying or selling gas stations and car washes by keeping and maintaining an extensive database of owners and operators in California. Every transaction is recorded and used to aid our evaluation process. If you are looking for Gas Station for Sale in California or through out the states please call us or bisit our web site WWW.Petroleumrealtygroup.com Membership to the group is limited to those Brokers who are 100% devoted to the Gas Station business, have experience in both fuel distribution and marketing and have the ability to analyze complicated financial and environmental documentation.
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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
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
Clean, 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
FranchiseHuntington Learning Centers, Inc.
Available in California
JOIN OUR TOP-RANKED EDUCATION FRANCHISE. Take advantage of the limited-time $19,000 Discounted Franchisee Initial Fee (valued at $36K) for new franchise owners!
$110,000
See More FranchisesEstablished 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
Skincare Haus
$100,000
Glendale, CA
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
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
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
Turn-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
FranchiseMoe's Southwest Grill
Available Nationwide
Moe's Southwest Grill® is authentic, adventurous and all-around fun. Our passion has made us the go-to brand for Southwestern fare and one of the most recognized fast-casual Mexican restaurant franchises available. We're the ideal choice for franchise owners interested in building a loyal following in their market while embracing their own independent spirit.
$300,000
See More FranchisesMexican Japanese Fusion
East Los Angeles, CA
Great project just good food but my partner isn’t happy...
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$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
Established Auto Service & Repair Business for Sale
$750,000
Covina, CA
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
FranchiseFocalPoint Business Coaching
Available Nationwide
We transform the lives of business owners and executives every day.
$65,000
See More FranchisesPROFITABLE 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
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
Trendy Dessert Shop in Prime Orange County Location – High Traffic
Orange, CA
This popular and profitable Devil & Angel Desserts shop is located in a prime, high-traffic area of Orange County, offering a stylish and modern space that draws dessert lovers from all over....
5
$550,000
Turnkey Franchise Store Specializing in New and Used LEGO
Temecula, CA
Turnkey Franchise Store Specializing in New and Used LEGO This established Bricks & Minifigs franchise presents an exceptional opportunity to own the only exclusive LEGO retailer in Temecula Valley....
5
$499,999
Gregg Tobin
Gateway Business Sales
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
Gateway Business Sales (GBS) team of professionals and advisors have over 75 years combined experience in Mergers & Acquisitions and have successfully closed 600 + transactions in a wide range of industries. GBS has secure affiliations with investment banking firms and business advisory groups, which broadens our offerings to include mergers, acquisitions, and related consulting services for privately held companies. GBS has intermediaries that serve businesses with an enterprise value from $1 million to $20 million and have advisors and team members with experience and a track record of selling companies valued above $20 million. Our performance and results show this is more than rhetoric, as 75% of our engagements come from referrals from satisfied clients, CPA’s, Attorney’s, Financial Advisors, and Investment Bankers. GBS will develop a customized sales and marketing strategy to drive optimal results. While each client and business may be unique, we utilize our resources and experience to create demand for your business.
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High End Chongqing Hot Pot for sale on Prime Temple City
Temple City, CA
Chun La Hao Chong Qing Hot Pot is a turnkey, high-end hot pot restaurant nestled in Temple City, CA. Spanning approximately 5,000 SF with fully private-room seating, the concept brings authentic...
6
$460,000
Highly Profitable Hair Salon - Contra Costa County
Contra Costa County, CA
This highly successful salon has been in business for 28 years in a busy but safe shopping center. Located next to big-box stores with great foot traffic in a thriving strip-mall. The business has...
2
$180,000
3 FedEx Linehaul Runs - Rialto, CA
$1,095,000
Bloomington, CA
Own a Thriving Used Car Dealership in the Heart of Silicon Valley!
Campbell, CA
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a well-established, high-revenue used car dealership in the highly sought-after Silicon Valley market. This turnkey business boasts a proven track record of...
$79,000
Hospice Agency For Sale
Riverside, CA
Established Hospice Agency for Sale. Comes with all program books and documents up to date. Geographic service areas consist of San Bernardino, Riverside, Los Angeles, Kern, San Diego, Ventura &...
$675,000
FranchiseCruise Planners
Available Nationwide
For more than 20 years, Cruise Planners has been a low-cost franchise opportunity that can yield high returns!
$9,995
See More Franchises8 Years Open & Operating: Profitable Home Services Franchise Resale
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
Our franchise system offers a dynamic opportunity for results-driven entrepreneurs to experience the exponential growth and wealth within the home improvement industry. Combine the explosive market...
$480,000
Premium 3D/4D ultrasound studio
San Diego County, CA
An upscale 3D/4D ultrasound studio designed for unforgettable bonding moments Our stunning facility was thoughtfully designed as a dream studio, with every detail custom-built and meticulously...
6
$120,000
Cash Flow: $60,000
For Sale: One-of-a-Kind Game Truck: Now at a Reduced Price
Bakersfield, CA
Grab attention with the hottest gaming experience for parties, events, and corporate gatherings! Key Features & Benefits Custom-Built 20’ Carson Trailer: Purpose-built for mobile gaming, designed for...
4
$45,000
Established Flower Shop for Sale: A Profitable Business Opportunity
Los Angeles, CA
This modern, fully remodeled flower shop is an exceptional opportunity for any entrepreneur looking to step into a thriving business. With a complete set of high-end equipment and a stylish, updated...
$182,600
Long established shop with fleet accounts
San Diego, CA
40 year auto repair business in the Miramar area located in an industrial area with 50%+ business to business activity with plenty more opportunity if you're willing to knock on doors or targeted...
$290,000
Cash Flow: $145,000
Recently remodeled restaurant with full bar
Los Angeles County, CA
An established downtown Long Beach restaurant for over 19 years. The restaurant has been recently remodeled within the last two years. It’s a turnkey operation, with loyal customers, and a recently...
5
$475,000
Cash Flow: $150,000
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
Chemical dependency treatment/ very profitable 10plus years jaco cert
Jamul, CA
18 licensed beds , excellent reputation branding. Established 13 plus years,jaco certified 13 years. Detox ,residential, php,iop. Stable outstanding staff. Ebida 2.7m. Turn key complete management and...
$15,500,000
Cash Flow: $4,600,000
Specialized Manufacturing business in Silicon Valley
Santa Clara, CA
This is a small very specialized manufacturing based in Santa Clara in the heart of Silicon Valley. It makes & applies extremely thin layers of materials, often only a few atoms thick into surfaces...
$1,638,095
Cash Flow: $207,082
FranchiseImage360
Available Nationwide
For over 35 years, Image360 has been a leader in the $178 billion sign and graphics industry supporting businesses with their visual communication needs.
$100,000
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.
