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...
Businesses For Sale in California
Local Info
FULL-SERVICE CAR WASH, Near major intersection
$350,000
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
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
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
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...
6
$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...
6
$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
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
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...
3
$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
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 FranchisesBeauty 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
{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
Cash Flow: $181,500
Thriving Restaurant Business for Sale Turnkey & Profitable!
$550,000
Monterey, CA
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
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...
5
$195,000
Eric Landis, Lifetime CBI, CBB, ABI
M & A Business Advisors
Serving Orange County, CA
M&A Business Advisors is a full-service Business Brokerage and M&A Advisory Firm with 6 offices, that specializes in the CONFIDENTIAL sale of privately owned businesses in a wide range of industries. We use proprietary methods and advanced technology to better serve our clients and accomplish their objectives. Selling or purchasing a business can be a complex, time consuming process. The process involves 100% commitment, a “hands on” approach and M&A Advisor expertise in: • Finance and Accounting • Commercial Leases • Market and Industry Dynamics • Managing Due Diligence • Strategy and Negotiations • Preparing Contracts Our years of experience along with our ability to work as a team to solve complex issues that arise in transactions is what separates us from the competition.
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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
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
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,...
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
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...
5
$375,000
Cash Flow: $241,745
FranchiseUrban Air Adventure Park
Available in California
Urban Air Indoor Adventure Parks are redefining family entertainment. The Vision is becoming the world largest and more respected family entertainment company in the World while keeping children active.
$750,000
See More FranchisesProfitable 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!...
6
$7,999,999
Cash Flow: $400,000
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...
6
$150,000
High-Growth Opportunity – Profitable Hardcore Fitness Gym
$525,000
El Cajon, CA
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...
5
$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
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...
6
$199,000
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...
6
$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...
6
$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...
6
$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
Cash Flow: $122,000
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 FranchisesMission 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...
6
$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
Cash Flow: $468,000
High-margin AI SaaS for real estate image enhancement
$300,000
San Francisco, CA
San Gabriel Valley. Azusa
Los Angeles County, CA
We’re selling our Juice Bar franchise in,California because our family has moved out of state to Washington, and it’s become difficult to manage the business from a distance. We’ve loved being a part...
$139,000
Mitsubishi Franchised Car Dealership For Sale-In Ventura County
Oxnard, CA
This is a perfect acquisition opportunity for a managing partner/GM looking to venture out on their own. Or an aspiring franchised dealership owner. As for this facility, it sits on approximately 4.75...
5
$1,750,000
FranchiseThe Dog Stop
Available Nationwide
Take a BITE out of the pet care industry with five key revenue drivers in one modern facility!
$150,000
See More FranchisesEstablished Spa on Main St. - Minutes Away From Santa Monica Pier
Santa Monica, CA
Established chic day spa located in the heart of Santa Monica on Main. St. with over 1000 unique clients. Plenty of public metered parking for customers. One reserved parking spot in the gated garage....
6
$90,000
Well established Mediterranean restaurant for sale
Los Angeles, CA
**Charming Mediterranean Restaurant for Sale** Step into a beautifully established Mediterranean restaurant offering a warm, inviting atmosphere and a loyal customer base. Located in a high-traffic...
3
$59,000
Cash Flow: $97,000
Established Women’s Bag Brand – Proven DTC w/ Strong Growth Potential
Costa Mesa, CA
Bodomint is a turnkey women’s bag brand with a strong foundation, beautiful assets, and untapped potential — ready for a marketing-savvy entrepreneur, creative founder, or work-from-home parent to...
3
$45,000
Established Pet Grooming & Supply Business For Sale in Prime Location
Los Angeles, CA
Serving the community for over 20 years, Biju Pet Spa is a well-established pet grooming & supply store with a loyal clientele base and great street exposure & signage. Don't miss the opportunity to...
$140,000
Turnkey Collision Repair Business & Real Estate
La Mesa, CA
This rare opportunity presents a fully operational, turnkey collision repair business operating since 1985. Located in La Mesa, CA (San Diego County), this established operation combines proven...
6
$1,200,000
Gary Khachatrian
Lyonsgate Realty California
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
Business Broker You Can Trust !!!
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TurnKey Oceanside Taco Truck Gem
Oceanside, CA
Nooni's Taco Shop presents an exceptional turnkey food truck opportunity in prime Oceanside, California. Established in 2024, this profitable mobile taco operation generates $90,000 in annual revenue...
6
$45,000
Salon for sale
Los Angeles, CA
The Powder Room is moving. Established hair salon for sale-Amazing location!!! 1500 square feet -6 hair styling stations and 3 private rooms with sinks- (new owner to negotiate lease terms with...
6
$125,000
Established & Profitable AUTO BODY SHOP in VAN NUYS
$475,000
Van Nuys, CA
#3 Franchise in the Country, According to Forbes
Berkeley, CA
SCHOOL OF ROCK FRANCHISE - BERKELEY, CA This established School of Rock franchise represents an exceptional opportunity to own a premier music education business in one of California's most desirable...
2
$950,000
Cash Flow: $151,000
Academy Tailor Shop
Pasadena, CA
Hello! If you are looking to purchase a business that makes around $75,000 take home revenue per year with only one employee then this is the buy for you. Noe's Academy tailor shop sits on busy and...
3
$90,000
Cash Flow: $75,000
FranchiseSnapology
Available Nationwide
Snapology is a leading children’s enrichment franchise focused on STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math) education through hands-on, play-based learning. With programs that engage kids ages 4–14 through robotics, coding, animation, and themed building activities, Snapology makes learning fun and impactful. The mobile-friendly model offers flexibility and low overhead, making it an ideal opportunity for passionate entrepreneurs looking to bring meaningful educational experiences to their communities. Whether hosted in schools, community centers, or birthday parties, Snapology helps children build confidence, critical thinking skills, and a lifelong love of learning.
$50,000
See More FranchisesRetractable window screens business - no franchise fees
Carmichael, CA
Exclusive dealership opportunity for existing retractable screen business. Work with the manufacturer of Casper Disappearing Screen Systems. Products are sold all over the US and shipped...
4
$30,000
So Cal Locksmith Business for Sale
Carlsbad, CA
Located in the heart of Carlsbad Village, California and with 29 years of experience, we have been providing locksmith services to all of North San Diego County. With a client base of over 5000...
5
$465,000
Cash Flow: $150,000
Beautifully Designed and Built Tropical Fish Store
Visalia, CA
Beautifully Designed and Built Tropical fish Store, being sold with the store's Aquarium Service Company. Located in California's Central San Joaquin Valley, in Visalia, one of the fastest growing...
5
$280,000
FROZEN YOGURT SHOP - FRANCHISED
Los Angeles, CA
This is a rare opportunity to own a well-established franchised frozen yogurt shop located in a prime location near schools and offices. The busy shopping plaza includes a variety of national chains...
$59,990
Esteemed Timeshare Exit Firm – $496K SDE & Exclusive Partners
San Diego, CA
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a high-margin, virtually operated timeshare exit company that delivers powerful results for its clients and strong profits for its owner. With a specialized,...
$2,907,000
Cash Flow: $496,071
Successful Primary Care Practice and MedSpa
Los Angeles County, CA
Successful Primary Care Practice (PCP) and well-equipped MedSpa with 6 Providers and more than 15,000 patients, including 850 Medicare patients. Located in North Los Angeles County Antelope Valley...
$3,000,000
SMOKE SHOP, HIGH VOL, MONTHLY NET $15K AVG.
Los Angeles County, CA
This well-established smoke shop offers a fantastic opportunity for entrepreneurs looking to own a profitable retail business in a bustling, high-traffic area. The store boasts a spacious 1,000 sq....
$299,000
Cash Flow: $180,000
Supplement Nutrition Retail Store
Riverside, CA
This established and well-known nutritional supplement and fitness store has been serving the Riverside and Moreno Valley community for over 7 years. Located in the same high-traffic shopping center...
$168,000
Award winning franchise with proven track record of success
Los Angeles, CA
This is an excellent opportunity to purchase this franchise located in San Fernando Valley with over 100 Yelp 5-star reviews. Included in the purchase: exclusive territory with population of 300,000,...
4
$41,900
FranchisePuroClean
Available Nationwide
Known as the “Paramedics of Property Damage®,” PuroClean provides water damage remediation, flood water removal, fire and smoke damage remediation, mold removal, and biohazard cleanup to commercial and residential customers.
$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.
