Alameda County, CA
Sign fabrication, sales and installation. Given the rapid expansion of the East Bay area, I was looking to be involved in a business that would be able to capitalize on the extensive growth. With new...
$274,000
Cash Flow: $20,000
Businesses For Sale in California
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Established Sign Business In An Amazing Area For Sale
Profitable Promotional Products Business | Complete Production Center
Riverside County, CA
Established in 2003, this profitable promotional products and marketing services business presents an outstanding opportunity for an entrepreneur seeking a turnkey operation with proven success....
$149,000
Cash Flow: $60,000
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Santa Monica Restaurant w/ Beer and Wine Location Location Location
Santa Monica, CA
Location, Location, Location With strong 2024 gross sales of $2.49M, it offers a turnkey opportunity for a buyer looking to step into a profitable operation. The space is fully equipped and...
$260,000
11
Elegant MedSpa in Alamo
Alamo, CA
Opportunity awaits to own this elegant luxury medspa with the latest laser technology. Walk into the beautiful open floor plan at one of best locations in the Bay Area. Establish in September 2023...
$120,000
6
Established Charcuterie and Catering Business
Kern County, CA
This business specializes in handcrafted charcuterie boards and grazing boxes that turn every occasion into a delicious experience. Each arrangement features premium meats, artisanal cheeses, fresh...
$175,000
Premium Catering & Grazing Board Business
Orange County, CA
Located in a bustling commercial plaza, this gourmet charcuterie business has established itself as a go-to provider in South Orange County. Since its founding in 2023, it has gained strong Google...
$170,000
Established Gourmet Charcuterie Business – Orange County Location
Orange County, CA
Located in the heart of Orange County, this established gourmet food business is positioned to serve some of the region’s most desirable communities. Known for beautifully crafted boards, upscale...
$200,000
Money Service Business
Paso Robles, CA
Established Money Service Business - Profitable Financial Services Operation This well-established financial services business has been serving the Paso Robles community since 2007, generating strong...
$399,000
Cash Flow: $70,000
Only Charcuterie Storefront in San Diego - $73K in Assets
Chula Vista, CA
Exceptional opportunity to acquire the only dedicated charcuterie storefront business in the entire San Diego market. This turnkey operation includes $73,000 in assets (equipment and inventory),...
$50,000
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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
FranchiseBio-One
Available Nationwide
Bio-One Inc. is the category-leader and first in biohazard and decontamination cleanup services growing quickly to 100+ franchise owners operating 130+ locations in 45 states. Helping people and communities in their greatest times of need, Bio-one answers the call with discretion, care, and compassion.
$150,000
CEO Life - An Exclusive Club for Leaders.
San Diego, CA
High-End Business Networking Club - Established Chapter for Sale. This is your opportunity to step into ownership of an established chapter of CEO Life, a premier business networking, education,...
$500,000
Cash Flow: $1,496,025
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F45 Training studio in Newport Beach CA!
Newport Beach, CA
For Sale: F45 Training Newport Beach With 780 active F45 franchises in the US, these studios represent 2 of the absolute best locations in the US with the biggest potential to boom back into multi...
$175,000
2
Incredibly Profitable High-Demand Automated Fitness Ecommerce Business
$140,000
Los Angeles County, CA
Seafood Boil Restaurant for Sale in Downtown Long Beach
Long Beach, CA
Established in 2023. Generated $650k in annual revenue in 2024. Located in the heart of Downtown Long Beach, perfect location for Seafood Boil concept. This turnkey operation has built a remarkable...
$80,000
7
Three Fatburger restaurant package for Sale
Los Angeles County, CA
Well establish Hamburger chain in Southern California and four other surrounding states, most locations also have the Buffalo Express Wings as well. Great opportunity to join the FatBrand Family...
$1,495,000
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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Turnkey Airbnb Portfolio – 3 Adjacent Homes / 15 Rooms – High Cashflow
Los Angeles, CA
Turnkey Airbnb Business – 3 Homes / 15 Rooms – Los Angeles This is a rare opportunity to acquire a profitable, fully operational Airbnb business in one of the most desirable rental markets in the...
$230,000
Cash Flow: $110,000
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Multi-Revenue Stream Business Brokerage - Lucrative Opportunity
Marin County, CA
Take advantage of a unique chance to own an exclusive business brokerage territory in Marin County—an affluent, business-friendly region just north of San Francisco. Known for its concentration of...
$95,000
Established Business Brokerage Territory – Prime Market
Alameda County, CA
An exceptional opportunity to acquire an established and exclusive business brokerage territory in Alameda County—one of the most dynamic and diverse economic regions in California. This territory...
$95,000
Well Established-Profitable-High End-Retail Spirits Business
San Francisco, CA
Welcome to a very rare opportunity to step into a well-established, profitable business retailing one of the largest ranges of, Scotch, Irish, Japanese and American whisky in the USA as well as other...
$889,000
Popular Quick-Service Restaurant Near USC Campus
Los Angeles, CA
Established in July 2023, this 800 SF thriving quick-service restaurant near the USC campus has quickly become a local favorite among the young student crowd. With annual sales of approximately...
$180,000
Cash Flow: $60,000
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FranchiseAlloy Wheel Repair Specialists
Available in California
Join the leader in the $1.6B alloy wheel repair/restore industry since 2004. Prime franchises locations. Low start-up cost, mobile-based, B2B. High margins.
$60,000
Tremendous Location Coffee Shop
Alameda, CA
This coffee shop has been operating for over 5 years. They sell premium coffee, tea, pastries and soft ice cream. There are over 40,000 vehicles that pass by the shop on a daily basis. Located on a...
$150,000
Well-known, brand-name guitar pedal company for sale.
San Diego, CA
Office Website www.boomeranglooper.com Amazon Store https://www.amazon.com/s?srs=88092440011 My name is Alex Kova. I’m the owner and CEO of Boomerang Looper LLC. Boomerang was established in 1994 in...
$225,000
Cash Flow: $105,557
Industrial & Automation Equipment Manufacturer
$2,600,000
Riverside County, CA
Turnkey Luxury Car Dealership (Coastal Orange County)
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Westminster, CA
Graystone Capital Advisors is pleased to present a rare opportunity to acquire a well-established luxury auto dealership with accompanying real estate in a high-traffic, high-income Southern...
$5,900,000
14
Beauty Supply, Boutique & Salon, Community Presence, Educated Staff
Yolo County, CA
In 2012, the current owner capitalized on the opportunity to start and operate a beauty shop in a location that has been known to house beauty shops for many, many years. The business focuses on...
$50,000
Cash Flow: $17,081
Own a Proven Pet Franchise in Torrance – High Demand, Great Location!
Torrance, CA
Zoom Room Torrance is a well-established and highly successful positive reinforcement dog training franchise located in a bustling area of the South Bay. Originally opened in Redondo Beach in 2013,...
$150,000
10
*****PRICE REDUCTION $199,995-Rare Type 48 Bar For Sale*****
San Diego, CA
A very rare find is currently available in Mission Hills. A type-48 bar location (NO food requirement) with a live entertainment license that has been recently completely remodeled from the ground up...
$199,995
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Mobile Car Cleaning Service
San Francisco, CA
We deliver professional car cleaning and detailing services right to your doorstep. We specialize in interior and exterior cleaning, waxing, vacuuming, and odor removal — all performed using...
$150,000
Cash Flow: $150,000
6 Bay Shop With 26 Year Clientele
Fallbrook, CA
Established Auto Repair & Service Shop - 26 Years of Excellence in Fallbrook, CA This thriving 6-bay automotive service facility represents an exceptional opportunity to acquire a well-established...
$395,000
Cash Flow: $316,800
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Dry Cleaners
San Gabriel, CA
30+ Years Legacy Dry cleaners with Loyal Client Base-La Verne, CA This is a rare opportunity to acquire a well-established dry cleaning business in the city of La Verne. In continuous operation for...
$290,000
Cash Flow: $115,000
FranchiseCommission Express
Available Nationwide
White-collar franchise. No holidays or weekends! Twenty-eight years of experience. Commission Express has a working relationship with most Real Estate companies. No license required.
$150,000
Frozen Yogurt Business
Ventura County, CA
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a well-established Frozen Yogurt and Boba Tea shop located in a busy Ventura County shopping center. Operating successfully in the same location for over 13...
$465,000
Cash Flow: $158,000
Restaurant for Sale – Brentwood
Brentwood, CA
Spacious dining area with seating capacity for 108 guests Fully equipped kitchen with Type 1 hood Located in a well-established area with stable customer base and convenient parking Turnkey...
$100,000
Executive Suite, Virtual Address, and Virtual Receptionist Business
$425,000
San Francisco County, CA
Pick Up Pizza Nets $140,000, $200,000 Dn. Owner Fin. rent 1,368/mo
Bakersfield, CA
Established 2004. Shows well clean throughout. Present owner lives 7 hours away. Present manager has been with the store for about 3 years being paid $34,220 yr. Manager left several months ago... The...
$340,000
Cash Flow: $140,000
Appliance Repair Company
Los Gatos, CA
This offering is for a premium appliance repair business operating across five major California metro areas. Specializing in high-end brands, the company boasts a reputation for precision, speed, and...
$1,180,000
Cash Flow: $393,237
FranchiseBloomin' Blinds
Available in California
This franchise averaged 58% YOY growth DURING the pandemic with quick breakevens + 30% returns! Home-based, quick open & only one employee to start.
$125,000
Dominant tuxedo sales and rental store in the market
Santa Clara County, CA
This is a profitable business with strong market share. This business is profitable and stable, currently little to no paid advertising is being used. The right buyer can grow this business by scaling...
$711,000
Cash Flow: $349,181
Award-Winning & Profitable Auto Repair & Smog Shop – Riverside County
Riverside County, CA
This highly reputable and profitable auto repair and smog shop has been serving the community for over 40 years at the same prime location. Known for its exceptional service and commitment to customer...
$1,200,000
Cash Flow: $370,348
Souvenir Decal Brand – Turnkey & Profitable
Atascadero, CA
Inbloom Decals Ltd is a well-established and profitable retail tourism brand specializing in high-quality, waterproof vinyl stickers inspired by adventure, travel, and nature. What sets our stickers...
$350,000
Cash Flow: $113,107
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Great business, fantastic clients, (there’s only one small catch).
Irvine, CA
The business is truly exceptional. Started it from scratch. Many advisors and established friends have told me to keep it and invest in the business. There is just one small catch. We operate a...
$488,888
Cash Flow: $162,000
Inherit a Primely Located Nail Salon in the Mission District (As-is)
San Francisco, CA
Cô Huy has been doing nails for close to 40 years, holds a valid barber, esthetician, manicurist, and massage therapist license, and has been a business owner for a little over three years now. When...
$60,000
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Abhi Mathews, CFA
Minerva Valuations
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
Minerva Valuations is a boutique, mid market advisory firm specializing in M&A/corporate finance, business valuations, acquisitions, divestitures, and shareholder value advisory services, with multiple locations in North America. Our clients include business owners, high net worth individuals, accountants, lawyers, bankers, government organizations and smaller financial institutions in a variety of industries.
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Established Pizzeria in a Great Location!
Monterey County, CA
Great opportunity to own a growing, established, and very popular pizza restaurant. The pizza restaurant is located on the main busy street/highway next to an AutoMall. High visibility and great...
$199,000
High- Growth Commercial Mechanical Contractor
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
California
This 43-year-old HVAC and plumbing contractor serves commercial, industrial, and institutional sectors with operations across CA, AZ, and NV. The company completes 3,000+ construction units annually...
$42,354,912
Cash Flow: $7,393,052
Small Veterinary Animal Hospital for Sale
$900,000
Taft, CA
Own Pasadena’s Premier Sports Recovery & Wellness Studio
Pasadena, CA
Renew Performance Center is Pasadena’s premier destination for high-performance training, recovery, and wellness — a turnkey, luxury facility built to serve today’s growing market of athletes,...
$375,000
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Established Meal Prep and Catering Business, Personal Chef
Sacramento County, CA
In 2008 the current owner and chef began in San Francisco after working for over two decades in the restaurant/catering industry. She initially focused on special event catering, specifically within...
$300,000
Cash Flow: $112,000
FranchiseExpress Employment Professionals
Available in California
$5.7M*AUV for offices open more than two years. A recession-resilient franchise with 8 – 5 hours and world-class training, that doesn’t require prior staffing experience.
$200,000
Family owned Plumbing Business for sale
Simi Valley, CA
Family-owned plumbing business established in 1990, offering a turnkey opportunity in Simi Valley, CA. This home-based operation comes complete with professional-grade equipment including leak...
$100,000
3
Two Turnkey Turlock Restaurants For Sale!
Turlock, CA
Rare opportunity to own two thriving, income-generating restaurant businesses operating under one beautifully designed roof in the heart of Turlock. Just minutes from schools and college dorms,...
$495,000
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High-Volume Coastal Restaurant with ABC Type 47 License
Monterey County, CA
This full-service restaurant has a long-standing reputation for quality dining, a loyal customer base, and a unique location. Featuring a spacious dining area, an ABC Type 47 license, a full kitchen,...
$2,395,000
Cash Flow: $670,000
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...
$128,000
Cash Flow: $91,630
Top Business Tech-enabled M&A Firm - US Only - $100M+ Active Pipeline
California
Rare Opportunity to Acquire a Turnkey, Top-Performing M&A Firm with Scalable Platform. This is a rare opportunity to acquire a top-performing business tech-enabled M&A Firm, serving Sell-side business...
$2,795,000
Cash Flow: $440,000
Exclusive Listing · Fremont Restaurant for Sale
Fremont, CA
Exclusive Listing · Fremont Restaurant for Sale Prime Location • Located in a busy area of Fremont, surrounded by large residential communities with steady foot traffic. • Right off the I-680 freeway...
$130,000
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Authentic Sichuan-Style Hotpot Restaurant for Sale – Rowland Heights
Rowland Heights, CA
Established in 2019, this all-you-can-eat Sichuan hotpot restaurant has quickly become a local favorite. Known for its authentic flavors, unique interior design, and welcoming atmosphere, the...
$228,000
Cash Flow: $220,000
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Wellness Franchise Group in Riverside/San Bernadino, CA | $2.3M SDE
Riverside County, CA
This seven-location wellness franchise portfolio is a strategically positioned operation across the Inland Empire and Palm Springs regions, with established market presence. The portfolio demonstrates...
$11,250,000
Cash Flow: $2,300,000
Well Established Ice Supply Business with Land and Building For Sale
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Compton, CA
Amazing and thriving business that has been in the community for over 55 years. It is located at the corner of a busy thoroughfare. is constantly growing and is doing better than ever. Most of the...
$1,400,000
Cash Flow: $155,000
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FranchiseWindow World
Available Nationwide
Join Window World, the industry leader in custom exterior home improvement products. Our customers appreciate our great service and fantastic prices. Our franchise owners value our family culture and the ability to make a great living helping people. Find out how a Window World franchise opportunity can help you achieve more than you ever thought possible.
$250,000
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
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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.
