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Exceptional & Profitable market for sale!

Lynwood, CA

Market for sale in a very busy street, great location for businesses, if you looking to retire soon don’t let this opportunity go by....

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$333,000

$333,000

Cash Flow: $21,500

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Lucrative Ceiling Removal and Drywall Business – $265K Net Income

Roseville, CA

Rare opportunity to acquire a profitable ceiling removal and drywall contractor with over three decades of proven success, consistent cash flow, and virtually no direct competition in Northern...

$599,000

$599,000

Cash Flow: $255,000

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The UPS Store Franchise in Napa County CA

Napa County, CA

SBA Pre-Qualified! A unique opportunity to acquire a thriving The UPS Store franchise in Napa County California - without all of the initial startup costs and concerns. The 2024 revenues exceeded...

$699,000

$699,000

Cash Flow: $222,102

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A Beautiful Turnkey Deka Lash for Sale in Anaheim, CA

Anaheim, CA

Deka Lash is The Expert in Eyelash Extensions – A Leader Poised for Sustained Growth – Deka Lash is 1 of the 2 largest players in do-it-for-me lash extensions, a category forecast to grow by over...

$275,000

$275,000

Auto Repair, Smog & Exhaust System And Used Car Sale

Sacramento, CA

Good Clean Turn Key Business...

$225,000

$225,000

Cash Flow: $85,000

Northern California Abatement and Demolition Company - SC2235

California

Northern California Abatement and Demolition Company - SC2235 Financial Information Asking Price: $4,490,000 Cash Flow: $1,000,000 Gross Revenue: $10,000,000 Down Payment: $4,490,000 Adjusted EBITDA:...

$4,490,000

$4,490,000

Cash Flow: $1,000,000

Highly Profitable Northern California Plumbing & Septic Company SC2232

California

Highly Profitable Northern California Plumbing and Septic Company SC2232 Financial Information Asking Price: $1,620,000 Cash Flow: $450,000 Gross Revenue: $1,500,000 Down Payment: $1,620,000 Adjusted...

$1,620,000

$1,620,000

Cash Flow: $450,000

Beauty supply store for sale

Bellflower, CA

Business for sale. Will be relocating and looking to sell my thriving beauty supply store....

$250,000

$250,000

Cash Flow: $220,000

Established Residential Fencing Contractor --- SBA Financing Available

Santa Clara County, CA

This well-established residential fence contracting business has been serving an affluent portion of the San Francisco Bay Area for nearly 40 years. Specializing in the new construction and repair of...

$425,000

$425,000

Cash Flow: $221,506

Adult Day Health Care Center

Rancho Cordova, CA

The facility is currently licensed for up to 240 participants. Great opportunity for a new Adult Day Health Care Center operator! Please feel free to reach out to me for more information. Serious...

$2,900,000

$2,900,000

Area’s Premier Luxury Flooring Company with Multi-Level Showroom

San Joaquin County, CA

This is an opportunity to acquire a well-established flooring company with an impeccable reputation for delivering top-quality products and services. Renowned for excellence and reliability, this...

$750,000

$750,000

Cash Flow: $150,000

Established Plastering Company For Sale

Los Angeles County, CA

The Company is a highly-regarded plaster company working with quality general contractors and homeowners. They specialize in exterior plastering for high-end, single family, residential (SFR) new...

$1,300,000

$1,300,000

Profitable RF/Microwave Coaxial Connector Business with Inventory

$2,000,000 - West Covina, CA

$2,000,000

West Covina, CA

High producing dry cleaners for sale!

Highland, CA

High performing dry cleaners for sale in a popular shopping center with high visibility. This location averages over 230 pieces a day! Here is what is included in the sale : 2 laundry pressing...

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$600,000

$600,000

Cash Flow: $284,400

Exotic Rugs showroom over 30 years

Laguna Niguel, CA

E2 or E5 Visa - Over $1,000,000(take less) in appreciating inventory at wholesale cost is not included verified by certified exotic rug appraisal , take less . Owner is moving back home. Beautiful...

$500,000

$500,000

Cash Flow: $300,000

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MISSION PEAK BROKERS INC.

Serving Alameda County, CA

Mission Peak Brokers, a leading Business brokerage firm based in San Francisco Bay Area. The company provides business brokerage services for the sale and acquisition of main street retail business opportunities, as well as expert assistance for Commercial & Business loans. Our key services, include valuation, sale, managing initial buyer interactions and facilitating the due diligence process.

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Poway Pool Service Route for Sale

San Diego County, CA

Ideal starter route, all accounts in the high scale homes of San Diego. Only 2 accounts are not million dollar or multi million dollar homes. Value 2001 truck available for purchase with parts and...

$38,400

$38,400

Cash Flow: $40,000

Own a Thriving Boba Tea Shop – Great Location, Great Opportunity

Milpitas, CA

Turnkey Boba Milk Tea Shop in Prime High-Traffic Location! An incredible opportunity to own a well-established and fully operational boba milk tea shop with a loyal customer base and strong local...

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$290,000

$290,000

Hand Tool Manufacturer Mostly Wholesale Nationwide

Los Angeles County, CA

Manufacturer of hand tools used in the paving construction industry. Most sales are wholesale to retailers and paving contractor companies throughout the USA. The tools are very low tech, but high...

$750,000

$750,000

Cash Flow: $250,000

Ice Cream Shop

Granada Hills, CA

La Michocana Retro Ice Cream shop. All freezers, equipment, receipies, refrigeration, ice maker, crepe machine and coffee maker included. POP SYSTEM available showing $194,000 in annual sales +/-....

$250,000

$250,000

Cash Flow: $100,000

Established, Award-Winning Surrogacy & Egg Donation Agency

Los Angeles County, CA

A premier surrogacy and egg donation agency based in Los Angeles, is now available for acquisition. Founded in 2013, this well-established and reputable business has built a strong presence in the...

$1,800,000

$1,800,000

Cash Flow: $2,160,000

JUST LISTED - Turnkey Mobile Grooming Business - $400,000/y in Revenue

Vista, CA

Located in the heart of North County San Diego, this thriving Woofie’s mobile grooming, pet sitting and dog walking operation offers an extraordinary opportunity to own a high-demand, luxury pet care...

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$175,000

$175,000

FULL-SERVICE CAR WASH, Near major intersection

Moreno Valley, CA

• Full-Service Car Wash – Major Street • REMODELED INSIDE - OUT • NEW Conveyor, NEW Vacuum, NEW 45Hp Blow Dryer • NEW Paint, Updated signs, Chem-Board • Turnkey Operation – Ready to Open • Water...

$350,000

$350,000

Plumbing & Rooter Company

$700,000 - Redwood City, CA

$700,000

Redwood City, CA

SCA Appraisal Franchise San Diego

San Diego, CA

You are your own boss. You create your own hours. You can create your own book of business outside of SCA. You are guaranteed a foundation of work from which you can build on. All you need is a cell...

$65,000

$65,000

EXPRESS CAR WASH Newley Built in 2023 $480,000

San Bernardino, CA

Express Car Wash located between 2 major off-ramps I-215 and Route 259 Prime Location, Exceptional Potential The Express Car Wash presents a compelling opportunity for both convenience and customer...

$480,000

$480,000

Established Auto Repair Shop – High Cash Flow, Low Overhead.

Placer County, CA

Step into a thriving, fully operational auto repair business with a loyal customer base, streamlined systems, and a reputation for excellence. This opportunity is perfect for an owner-operator or an...

$899,900

$899,900

Cash Flow: $237,810

Turnkey Medical Clinic - Natomas Sacramento

Sacramento, CA

- Clinic has a great visibility and is located in one of the busiest shopping centers, "BellAir Shopping Center" off of Arena Blvd and I-5 in Natomas. - Shopping center has great tenants including...

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$26,500

$26,500

Cash Flow: $250,000

Custom Framing Business for SALE (35-year business)

Pasadena, CA

I am the sole owner of Art N Frame Factory and it has been in business for 35 years. Buyer must take over and establish a new lease which is set to expire in Sep 2025. The landlord is very easy to...

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$70,000

$70,000

Cash Flow: $60,000

Plumbing,HVAC and Electrical Business

Chester, CA

This business has a track record since 1980 serving the residential and commercial market with a full service Plumbing,HVAC and Electrical Installation, Service and Repair. The business assets are...

$450,000

$450,000

Cash Flow: $200,000

Turnkey Jet Ski Rental Business – High Demand, Great Location

Roseville, CA

Thriving Jet Ski Rental Business Near Folsom Lake – Top Rated & Turnkey Located just 15 minutes from Folsom Lake, this well-established jet ski rental business is the top-rated operation in the area...

$470,000

$470,000

Cash Flow: $275,000

Established Nekter Franchise

Anaheim, CA

Take advantage of this rare opportunity to own a profitable and fully operational Nekter Juice Bar in a high-traffic location. This well-established franchise location has built a strong reputation in...

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$199,900

$199,900

Cash Flow: $110,236

Indian Fijian Bangladeshi and Afghani Store With Meat Department.

Modesto, CA

This is Must Buy business: Indian, Fijian, Bangladeshi, Afghani grocery in Modesto. Inventory, shelves, 7 freezers, 3 refrigerators, meat cutter, equipment included. Spices, rice, halal, sweets,...

$130,000

$130,000

Profitable Print, Promotional & Marketing Business for Sale

$140,000 - San Diego County, CA

$140,000

San Diego County, CA

Minuteman Press International

Minuteman Press

Beauty Franchise in Affluent Area, Semi Absentee, Turnkey

Orange County, CA

Highly rated beauty franchise business located in one of the best locations for this service. Offers full Lash and Brow Services. This franchise is one of the top businesses for lash services. This...

$129,000

$129,000

{Priced to Sell] Turnkey & Reputable Termite & Pest Control Business

Los Angeles, CA

Price adjusted for a quick sale. Reputable with rare eco-friendly name Termite & Pest Control business established and operating since 2003 with customers mostly based in Los Angeles County with high...

$125,000

$125,000

Cash Flow: $181,500

Two-For-One Turnkey Stretch Franchises

Ventura, CA

Take advantage of these TWO existing stretch franchises and benefit from this fantastic opportunity to step into thriving wellness businesses with a strong foundation. This franchise specializes in...

$560,000

$560,000

Cash Flow: $175,000

Pristine 2nd Gen Bar/ Restaurant For Sale, Oakland

Oakland, CA

This 2,000+ sq. ft. (plus patio & trash area) bar and restaurant must be seen to be fully appreciated. It features a complete bar, banquette seating, a Type-47 unrestricted liquor license, an enclosed...

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$195,000

$195,000

LA Based ATM Business - Great Cash Flow & Management in Place

Los Angeles, CA

Listing Details: - Location: Los Angeles, CA - Number of Units: 90 - Terminal Brand: GenMega & Hyosung - Age of Machines: 2-6 years - Established: 2019 - Annual Net Cashflow: ~$324,000 For sale: A...

$1,399,999

$1,399,999

Cash Flow: $324,000

Tastea Franchise - Boba Tea with full kitchen

San Jose, CA

TASTEA FRANCHISE - BOBA TEA WITH FULL KITCHEN Established boba tea franchise opportunity in San Jose's competitive food service market. This well-positioned business has maintained consistent...

$195,000

$195,000

703333 - IT Managed Services Company

California

We are offering for sale an established IT MSP delivering fully managed services to small and medium sized businesses, primarily those with 10-30 users. Most clients are based in Southern California,...

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UNDER LOI - Successful Counter Service Restaurant - $1.7M Revenue

Berkeley, CA

Established in 2010, this successful organic farm-to-table restaurant and bakeshop has built a loyal customer base over 15 years of operations in affluent South Berkeley. Founded by acclaimed Bay Area...

$595,000

$595,000

Cash Flow: $313,229

Profitable, Established - Turnkey Business For Sale

Costa Mesa, CA

ESTABLISHED SHOE REPAIR BUSINESS - COSTA MESA This profitable shoe and leather repair business has served the Costa Mesa community since 1971, building an exceptional reputation for quality...

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$375,000

$375,000

Cash Flow: $241,745

38 years Metal Fabrication Shop for sale with All Tools and Equipment

$149,000 - Rosemead, CA

$149,000

Rosemead, CA

Profitable Coffee & Avocado Farm – NOI Guaranteed!

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Somis, CA

Rare Investment Opportunity – Profitable Coffee & Avocado Farm with Guaranteed NOI! Own a one-of-a-kind 13-acre agricultural estate that stands as the only coffee farm for sale in the contiguous US!...

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$7,999,999

$7,999,999

Cash Flow: $400,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Established Paint & Sip Studio in Bustling Southern California Market

Temecula, CA

Ready to own a business that mixes creativity, wine, and good vibes? This is your chance to step into a fully operational, turn-key paint and sip studio in the heart of Temecula! With over 8 years of...

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$150,000

$150,000

Real Estate Photo Biz + Editing Company + SaaS

Calabasas, CA

A successful LA-based real estate photography company is looking for a new owner! Strong cashflow, automated systems, and dedicated staff that have worked at the company for 3+ years. The owner is...

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$399,500

$399,500

Cash Flow: $153,000

Profitable Refrigerated Trucking Carrier

California

This well-established refrigerated trucking company provides temperature-controlled logistics solutions for food and perishable products. With a strong reputation for on-time, reliable service, the...

$1,800,000

$1,800,000

Cash Flow: $530,545

Convenience Store including the building

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

San Diego, CA

Perfect opportunity to own a retail convenience store including the building between the SD Trolley and bus station on Euclid Ave. $17K-$20K monthly gross sales with extended hours will have higher...

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$199,000

$199,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Established Home Health For Sale!

Los Angeles, CA

Location: North Hollywood/Burbank Type: Medicare-certified Home Health Agency Established: 5.5 years License: Renewed CDPH license Rating: 4.8–5 Stars Medicare Annual Revenue: upon request Monthly...

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$200,000

$200,000

Car Wash/Oil Change Facility in Lakewood

Lakewood, CA

This is a rare chance to acquire a highly improved and income-generating car wash at the signalized intersection of Pioneer Blvd and Centralia Street in Lakewood, CA. Located on a ±16,552 SF lot with...

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$3,500,000

$3,500,000

Full Service Car Wash Business Opportunity | Long-Term Lease in Place

Mission Viejo, CA

This offering represents the sale of a fully operational, full-service car wash business—not the underlying real estate. The business operates from a ±1-acre parcel located on the outparcel of a...

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$3,500,000

$3,500,000

Jewelry Store

Riverside, CA

Jewelry Store is a reputable and established retail jewelry business offering an elegant selection of fine jewelry, custom-designed pieces, and fashion accessories. Strategically located in a...

$382,000

$382,000

Cash Flow: $122,000

Mission Pilates for sale

Solvang, CA

Established in 2019, Mission Pilates is a highly successful and award-winning boutique fitness brand, proudly voted Best in the Valley in all fitness categories for four consecutive years. This...

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$600,000

$600,000

You Buy We Fry

Suisun City, CA

Business for Sale: You Buy, We Fry Established: 2024 | Profitable from Day One | Turnkey Operation Now’s your chance to own a one-of-a-kind, fast-growing food business! You Buy, We Fry is a unique...

$125,000

$125,000

Cash Flow: $468,000

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

Number of Businesses for Sale  

  ~5,500

Median Asking Price  

  $360,000

Median Reported Revenue  

  $630,000

Median Reported Earnings  

  $150,000

Profit Margin  

  23%

Earnings Multiple  

  2.5

Revenue Multiple  

  0.6

Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings.

Major Metro Areas

More than 80% of all businesses for sale in the state are in the following six metro areas:

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.

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.