San Clemente, CA
Valuation: Valuation is based on a market calculation range with a combination of factors relevant to Amazon. Sustained over 33% net margin after all associated expenses and is consistently growing...
$60,000
Cash Flow: $15,000
Businesses For Sale in California
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Sensationally Profitable Beer Mug Amazon Listing
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Located in a busy shopping plaza.
Alamo, CA
Located at a beautiful corner in Alamo, CA 94507, T&T Magic Nails is a regular nail salon for everyone, as we always try our best to deliver the highest level of customer satisfaction. Our goal at T&T...
$118,000
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Mediterranean Restaurant | Prime Southern California Market
San Bernardino County, CA
Outstanding opportunity to acquire a high-performing Mediterranean restaurant franchise in Southern California's dynamic market. This turnkey operation combines authentic cuisine with modern...
$850,000
Profitable Promotional Products Business - 23 Years in Los Angeles
Los Angeles County, CA
This established promotional products and embroidery business presents an exceptional opportunity in Los Angeles County. Founded in 2001 and operating successfully for 23 years, this business has...
$289,500
Cash Flow: $105,000
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Established Promotional Products Business - Prime San Diego County
Escondido, CA
This established promotional products and branded apparel business presents an exceptional opportunity in San Diego County's thriving Escondido market. Founded in 2010, this turnkey franchise has...
$350,000
Cash Flow: $97,500
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Turnkey Busy Auto Repair Powerhouse, 7 Lifts, Rental Permit, 40+ Years
Los Angeles County, CA
The Journey of a Four-Decade Auto Repair Legacy Back in 1984, when Ronald Reagan was president and the automotive industry was experiencing a revolution, a visionary entrepreneur opened the doors to...
$350,000
Cash Flow: $120,000
Asian Bar And Grill Coastal San Diego Location
San Diego County, CA
Step into this thriving Chinese tapas bar, a local favorite known for its handcrafted dumplings, vibrant small plates, and creative cocktails. Guests return again and again for the flavors, the...
$449,000
Cash Flow: $197,653
Collectible Toy Vending - A Passive Income Machine! $4.5K+ Per Month
San Bernardino, CA
READY-TO-GO SITE WITH LEASE IN PLACE — QUICK LAUNCH GUARANTEED! BUSINESS AT A GLANCE MONTHLY CASH FLOW: $4,500+ - HIGH PROFIT MARGINS - LOCATIONS: Prime spots with high foot traffic - SUPPORT &...
$30,000
Cash Flow: $54,000
A Passive Toy Vending Machine That Makes $54,000/Year in the U.S.?!
Victorville, CA
READY-TO-GO SITE WITH LEASE IN PLACE — QUICK LAUNCH GUARANTEED! Here’s everything you need to know about VENDTOYZ: WHAT YOU'RE GETTING $4,500+ monthly cashflow Prime locations with high foot traffic...
$30,000
Cash Flow: $54,000
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A Passive Toy Vending Machine That Makes $54,000/Year in the U.S.?!
Ventura, CA
READY-TO-GO SITE WITH LEASE IN PLACE — QUICK LAUNCH GUARANTEED! Here’s everything you need to know about VENDTOYZ: WHAT YOU'RE GETTING $4,500+ monthly cashflow Prime locations with high foot traffic...
$30,000
Cash Flow: $54,000
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FranchiseChurch's Texas Chicken
Available in California
QSR Multi-Unit Franchise Opportunity
$500,000
XGRIP Mag Adapters
Ojai, CA
XGRIP Mag Adapters is a premier manufacturer of patented safety devices for military and law enforcement pistols, established in 2002 with over 20 years of proven success. This Ojai, CA-based business...
$4,000,000
Cash Flow: $400,000
A Passive Toy Vending Machine That Makes $54,000/Year in the U.S.?!
Newark, CA
READY-TO-GO SITE WITH LEASE IN PLACE — QUICK LAUNCH GUARANTEED! Here’s everything you need to know about VENDTOYZ: WHAT YOU'RE GETTING $4,500+ monthly cashflow Prime locations with high foot traffic...
$30,000
Cash Flow: $54,000
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Turnkey Airbnb Portfolio – 3 Adjacent Homes / 15 Rooms – High Cashflow
$230,000
Los Angeles, CA
Luxury Fashion Store with Outstanding Performance
Carmel, CA
This independent luxury fashion retailer has served an upmarket clientele for over 30 years. The store has an outstanding reputation and an enviable list of upscale- to elite-level customers....
$5,054,000
Cash Flow: $1,700,000
Modern Absentee-Run Pizza Franchise
Riverside, CA
Take over a fully rebuilt and modernized Pizza Guys franchise that operates 100% absentee! This location was purchased from a closed Papa John’s in 2023–2024 and completely remodeled from the ground...
$289,000
Cash Flow: $65,916
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Eric Marchand
MARCHAND REALTY LLC
Serving San Mateo County, CA
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Highly Profitable 25+ Year Thriving General Contracting Company
Riverside County, CA
Opportunity to own a reputable and well-established general contracting business in the Inland Empire that has been thriving for over 25 years. This business has an experienced team of over 25...
$6,900,000
Cash Flow: $1,405,795
Exclusive U.S. Distributor of Growth-Ready Beauty Brand | Amazon, DTC
Los Angeles County, CA
This is a rare chance to acquire the exclusive U.S. distribution rights to a globally successful personal care brand that has quietly laid the foundation for breakout growth in the U.S. market....
$100,000
Well Established Hair Salon FOR SALE in the Heart of West Hills!
Los Angeles, CA
FULL VIDEO WALK THROUGH AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST! AMAZING OPPORTUNITY! Trio's Hair Salon is a well established full service hair & beauty salon located adjacent to a busy intersection in West Hills. The...
$55,000
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Addiction Recovery Robust Cash Flow
Los Angeles, CA
Opportunity to help those in need. State Licensed Residential Inpatient Drug & Alcohol Recovery Center and a State Licensed Outpatient Recovery Facility. Out of Network Health Insurance provides...
$37,000,000
Cash Flow: $15,900,000
Pizza Restaurant - Very Attractive, 100% Emp Run - Beer & Wine
Norwalk, CA
Great opportunity to own an attractive, 100% absentee owned, pizza restaurant with beer & wine(ABC-Type 41) license. Please note, that this attractive business with ample seating capacity attracts...
$495,000
Cash Flow: $222,264
FranchiseFive Star Bath Solutions
Available in California
With an average ticket of $12,538 and $8.4 MILLION in total income, this bathroom transformation franchise is the NEXT BIG THING in franchising.
$100,000
Yellowsack - Unique dumpster bags in SF Bay and LA
Redwood City, CA
We are a profitable, tech-driven waste removal business operating in a large and growing market. Customers easily order a durable Yellowsack online, fill it at home or on-site, and schedule pickup in...
$1,600,000
Cash Flow: $450,000
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Well-Established HVAC Business, Reoccurring Maintenance Accounts
Sacramento County, CA
This established HVAC business was started in 2007 and became incorporated in 2009. The business installs and maintains residential and commercial HVAC equipment, installs new equipment and duct work...
$500,000
Cash Flow: $193,399
Well Established-Profitable-High End-Retail Spirits Business
$889,000
San Francisco, CA
Maker of Gourmet “Food Service Baklava” that Wholesales
San Diego County, CA
Founded in 2022, the businesses mission was to make a gourmet “food service baklava” and wholesale it to restaurants, grocery stores, caterers, flag hotels and food distributors, in addition to a...
$600,000
Cash Flow: $170,288
Franchised Juice Bar - 100% Employee Run - Beach/Coastal Community
Los Angeles County, CA
Great opportunity to acquire a well-established, 100% absentee owned and 100% employee operated, turn key, franchised juice bar in a very desirable and upscale Beach/Coastal community of Los Angeles...
$325,000
Cash Flow: $134,963
Fast-Growing Lash Studio – Fully Built & Ready for Growth
Fremont, CA
Step into one of the fastest-growing beauty categories with this turnkey lash, brow, and skincare franchise studio in Pleasanton, CA. Opened in 2022, this high-end studio offers an immediate path to...
$275,000
Cash Flow: $60,000
Profitable Women’s Clothing Business/$139K+ SDE 2025/$1.2M Rev 2024
Los Angeles, CA
Founded in 2013 in the heart of Los Angeles, this business is proudly woman-owned and minority-owned apparel brand celebrated for its timeless, thoughtful designs inspired by real women and real life....
$875,000
Cash Flow: $139,000
Physical Therapy Practice with Loyal Patient Base- Turkey Opportunity
Rancho Mirage, CA
Established Sports and Orthopedic Physical Therapy Clinic in Rancho Mirage, CA This boutique physical therapy practice, established in 2017, serves an ultra-high net worth clientele in the prestigious...
$105,000
Cash Flow: $87,000
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Automotive Shop - 37+ Years of General Mechanic, Brake & Alignment
San Joaquin County, CA
This well-established automotive mechanic shop has been serving the San Joaquin area for over 37 years, specializing in brakes and alignment. Known for its impeccable reputation and excellent service,...
$475,000
Cash Flow: $171,812
Established Nationwide Telehealth Clinic – Fully Remote, Cash-Pay Mode
Beverly Hills, CA
After building this clinic from the ground up, I’m now making it available for the right buyer. This is a fully operational, cash-pay telehealth clinic with licensed providers already in place,...
$75,000
FranchiseThe Tutoring Center
Available in California
Invest in yourself and in the children of your community. Check out our low start-up costs and flat-rate royalty structure!
$50,000
Open and Operating for 13 Years & an Award-Winning Franchise Office
Orange County, CA
This franchise office has achieved major accolades within our system of 80+ franchise owners, including the President’s Circle Award, the Best of Staffing Client award, and the Best of Staffing Talent...
$109,000
A Passive Toy Vending Machine That Makes $54,000/Year in the U.S.?!
Ontario, CA
READY-TO-GO SITE WITH LEASE IN PLACE — QUICK LAUNCH GUARANTEED! Here’s everything you need to know about VENDTOYZ: WHAT YOU'RE GETTING $4,500+ monthly cashflow Prime locations with high foot traffic...
$30,000
Cash Flow: $54,000
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Popular Quick-Service Restaurant Near USC Campus
$180,000
Los Angeles, CA
Collectible Toy Vending - A Passive Income Machine! $4.5K+ Per Month
Victorville, CA
READY-TO-GO SITE WITH LEASE IN PLACE — QUICK LAUNCH GUARANTEED! BUSINESS AT A GLANCE MONTHLY CASH FLOW: $4,500+ - HIGH PROFIT MARGINS - LOCATIONS: Prime spots with high foot traffic - SUPPORT &...
$30,000
Cash Flow: $54,000
Collectible Toy Vending - A Passive Income Machine! $4.5K+ Per Month
Ventura, CA
READY-TO-GO SITE WITH LEASE IN PLACE — QUICK LAUNCH GUARANTEED! BUSINESS AT A GLANCE MONTHLY CASH FLOW: $4,500+ - HIGH PROFIT MARGINS - LOCATIONS: Prime spots with high foot traffic - SUPPORT &...
$30,000
Cash Flow: $54,000
FranchiseExit Factor
Available in California
Exit Factor is a business coaching franchise that focuses on coaching small to medium sized companies on how to build a valuable and sellable business.
$60,000
Collectible Toy Vending - A Passive Income Machine! $4.5K+ Per Month
Newark, CA
READY-TO-GO SITE WITH LEASE IN PLACE — QUICK LAUNCH GUARANTEED! BUSINESS AT A GLANCE MONTHLY CASH FLOW: $4,500+ - HIGH PROFIT MARGINS - LOCATIONS: Prime spots with high foot traffic - SUPPORT &...
$30,000
Cash Flow: $54,000
Executive Suite, Virtual Address, and Virtual Receptionist Business
San Francisco County, CA
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a fully operational and established flexible workspace franchise in a desirable suburban market. The business offers a comprehensive suite of services, including...
$425,000
Cash Flow: $142,000
Flexible Workspace Business in Prime Location
Sacramento County, CA
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a well-established coworking franchise in Sacramento County. The business offers fully furnished offices, meeting rooms, and virtual services in a modern, 5,400...
$250,000
Profitable Car Rental Business – Serving Uber & Lyft Drivers – $615K R
Santa Monica, CA
This established rideshare car rental business provides vehicles to Uber and Lyft drivers on a short-term, flexible basis. With 110 vehicles in the fleet and 80 fully in operation today, the company...
$1,500,000
Cash Flow: $111,000
Online Retail Store for Everyday Essentials
Sacramento, CA
Business Overview: This is a turnkey, fully remote eCommerce business operating in the evergreen and recession-resistant household essentials niche. The store offers a wide range of high-demand,...
$200,000
Cash Flow: $97,000
Elite Investments Corp.
Elite Business Investments Corp.
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
We are a premiere brokerage for the sale of laundromats in Southern California. This means that unlike general brokerages, our singular focus in the laundromat industry gives us unparalleled knowledge and expertise to give you peace of mind and full confidence in buying, selling, or operating a laundromat. Call us today to speak with one of our agents and start down the Road To Success.
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Maid Brigade cleaning business- includes 4 fully paid off vehicles
Orange County, CA
Established Maid Brigade Franchise - Orange County Territory This cleaning services franchise presents an exceptional opportunity in Orange County's affluent market, serving territories from Irvine to...
$150,000
Cash Flow: $38,088
Day Spa and Skin Care
Santa Cruz County, CA
Thriving Santa Cruz Spa – Loyal Clientele, Booked Solid, Turnkey Ready Operating in Santa Cruz since 2011, this well-established day spa has earned a radiant reputation—and it shows. With a large,...
$190,000
Cash Flow: $96,864
Tremendous Location Coffee Shop
$150,000
Alameda, CA
Shipping & Mailbox Center — DHL Exclusive + Amazon Drop-Off
Chino, CA
Turnkey Shipping & Mailbox Center with Multiple Revenue Streams — Chino, CA Step into a fully established and profitable business located in Chino, California. This store is a complete one-stop...
$225,000
12 FedEx P&D Routes- Los Angeles Metro
California
Business Overview: • Contracted Service Area (CSA) operating out of Southern California • 50% eCommerce (Residential) and 50% (Commercial) Pickup & Delivery routes • Currently running 12 P&D routes,...
$1,249,000
Cash Flow: $342,054
FranchiseHealthSource Chiropractic
Available in California
HealthSource Chiropractic: $363K Avg Gross Profit with Unmatched Care Nationwide!
$150,000
Retail Appliance Store,
Los Angeles, CA
Business Overview: Offered for sale is a rare opportunity to own a fully operational, multi-stream appliance business. Relationships with top brands like LG, Samsung, Whirlpool, Frigidaire, and...
$300,000
Cash Flow: $100,000
Iconic 76-Year Western Wear Business & Prime Real Estate
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
California
This profitable and long-established Western wear retailer has been serving loyal customers for decades, offering authentic apparel, boots, hats, and accessories. With repeat business, community...
$3,800,000
Established & Profitable AUTO BODY SHOP in VAN NUYS
Van Nuys, CA
This is an OPPORTUNITY that you don't want to miss out on. The BODY SHOP is..... TURNKEY and Fully Equipped....Including a PERMITTED SPRAY BOOTH. Highly respected in the COMMUNITY. Known for QUALITY...
$475,000
Cash Flow: $194,500
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Cinnaholic - Franchise Bakery For Sale in Corona, CA
Corona, CA
Cinnaholic - Franchise Bakery For Sale in Corona, CA Well-Established Franchise Location in Prime Corona Development This turnkey Cinnaholic franchise bakery presents an exceptional opportunity in...
$195,000
Cash Flow: $110,000
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Franchised Juice Bar - Murrieta/Temecula Area - 100% Employee Run
Riverside County, CA
Great opportunity to acquire a well-established, 100% absentee owned and 100% employee operated, franchised juice bar in very desirable and upscale Murrieta/Temecula Area, County of Riverside. Please...
$125,000
Cash Flow: $78,897
Great Hemet Commercial Pool Route
Hemet, CA
Here’s your chance to own a pool in Hemet! It consists of only 2 commercial accounts generating $6,650 per month and more from repairs and filter cleans. This is an owner-operated route. What is a...
$79,800
Cash Flow: $43,668
High-Growth Opportunity – Profitable Hardcore Fitness Gym
El Cajon, CA
This established Hardcore Fitness gym is a turnkey opportunity for an entrepreneur or investor looking to step into a profitable and growing business. With a loyal membership base, strong community...
$525,000
EBITDA: $187,000
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13-Year Online Tattoo Supply Business | Amazon, Walmart, Temu & DTC
Los Angeles County, CA
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a 13 year established online tattoo supply (Tattoo Kit, Tattoo Ink, Tattoo Machines, Tattoo Accessories etc.) business with consistent Amazon sales across the...
$100,000
Own the World’s Only Mobile Arcade Basketball Business in San Diego
San Diego, CA
Hoop San Diego is the original home of the world’s first *mobile arcade basketball trailer* — a fully self-contained, 16-foot interactive entertainment experience that brings the excitement of an...
$100,000
Cash Flow: $40,000
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FranchiseGranite Garage Floors
Available Nationwide
Average Gross Revenue of $735,405!* Own the #1 Ranked Concrete Coating Business by Entrepreneur Magazine.
$50,000
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.
