Ventura, CA
This turnkey craft brewery is a rare opportunity for a buyer seeking established operations, strong brand positioning, and exceptional growth potential. Designed to balance efficiency with creativity,...
Businesses For Sale in California
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Coastal Lifestyle Brewery with Distribution & Strong Growth Potential
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$1,400,000
Hemet Pool Service Route for Sale
Riverside County, CA
25% Seller Financing available. Very tight Route with many of the pools either on the same street or are geographically close together, making for very easy planning and efficiency. Profit wise route...
$96,000
Cash Flow: $106,000
Decades-Strong Organic Alive Foods Distribution Plant & Brand
Alameda County, CA
Transworld Business Advisors San Francisco Cynthia Randall DRE #01421980 This established live, organic food manufacturer has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality, certified organic...
$300,000
California Staffing Firm with Recurring Revenue
California
This 35+ year-old staffing firm offers temporary staffing, direct hire, and retained executive search services. The business serves a wide range of industries—including administration, accounting, HR,...
$15,000,000
Cash Flow: $3,056,756
50 + years family owned Auto Repair
Eureka, CA
The facility is a 3,200 square foot building with 3 bays with hoists in each one plus a hoist on the outside in the ample parking lot to provide parking for all the vehicles. The property is totally...
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$275,000
Cash Flow: $206,906
Newly updated and modernized 24HR 9Round Kickbox Fitness franchise
Riverside, CA
Established 9Round Kickboxing Fitness Franchise - Riverside, CA This turnkey 24-hour fitness franchise presents an exceptional opportunity to acquire a profitable, established business with strong...
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$35,000
28 years Established Mountain Mikes Pizza Franchise
Jackson, CA
Easy to operate, Can be operated with very low labor costs. Our low overhead compared to many other types of restaurant style businesses is what sets this apart to be a money maker for any owner...
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$450,000
Established Window & Gutter Cleaning Business – High Recurring Revenue
Santa Clara County, CA
This profitable, home-based window and gutter cleaning business has been serving Santa Clara County and parts of the East Bay for over 40 years. The owner is retiring, creating a rare opportunity to...
$248,000
Cash Flow: $116,256
Smoke Shop and Mini Mart for sale
San Diego, CA
Established smoke shop and mini mart located on a busy street front in one of San Diego's premier neighborhoods. This turnkey operation features brand new fixtures, equipment, and a complete...
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$165,000
Wrecking Yard For Sale With Inventory
Rancho Cordova, CA
This is business is currently operating and for sale along with the inventory. The inventory in this business consists of Racks/Shelves for cars out in the yard as well as for body parts such as...
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Not Disclosed
EBITDA: $1,250,000
FranchiseClub Z! Tutoring Services
Available Nationwide
“Educating the World, One Student at a Time”
$30,000
See More FranchisesRare 1000sqft Ice Cream shop inside Vietnam town with perks!
San Jose, CA
RARE OPPORTUNITY: Fully Equipped Ice Cream Shop in High-Traffic Vietnam Town, San Jose This turnkey 1,000 square foot established ice cream and frozen yogurt shop represents an exceptional asset...
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$150,000
SBA Approved Growing Fast Food Restaurant
Temple, CA
This fast food restaurant is a great investment! It's had successful growth year-over-year for the past three years. The seller has been focused on growing the company even through the tumultuous last...
$524,900
Cash Flow: $178,887
Soundproofing Design, Consultation and Installation
$750,000
San Francisco, CA
Profitable Wedding & Event Venue | 25-Acre Equestrian Estate -Norco
Norco, CA
Rare offering: The Farm in Norco — a fully CUP-approved wedding and event venue with Santa Ana River frontage, set on nearly 25 acres in the heart of Horsetown USA. This property blends lifestyle,...
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$6,800,000
Profitable Sandwich Franchise – Absentee Owner
Folsom, CA
Rare opportunity to own a profitable, absentee-run sandwich franchise. With strong cash flow, steady revenue, and a loyal customer base, this restaurant is perfectly positioned for sustainable growth...
$175,000
Cash Flow: $34,481
Breeze Singh
HomeSmart ICARE Realty
Serving Sacramento County, CA
Team Singh is the ideal choice for commercial and business sales in California, offering unparalleled industry expertise, strategic insight, and a commitment to client success. With over nine years of real estate experience, the team has expertly navigated complex transactions for small businesses to large commercial properties. As one of California’s top-performing real estate groups, Team Singh consistently delivers results that exceed client expectations even in challenging markets. The team's strengths are enhanced by its diverse educational background, with members holding advanced degrees such as MBAs in Marketing and Human Resources. Fluent in English, Hindi, and Punjabi, the team effectively serves a broad clientele, ensuring seamless communication and personalized service. Their skill in business acquisitions, property evaluations, and lease negotiations is complemented by a focus on providing custom solutions to meet every client’s unique goals. Team Singh’s strong network of investors, developers, brokers, and business leaders ensures smooth transactions and optimal outcomes. Team Singh’s dedication to exceptional service has earned accolades, such as recognition in HomeSmart International’s Top 50 Chairman’s Club and Rising Star honors by the Sacramento Association of Realtors (SAR). Leadership within industry organizations, including serving as SAR’s President-Elect, showcases Team Singh's influence and commitment to elevating professional standards, ethics, and client service. In California’s competitive market, Team Singh stands out as trusted advisors, skilled negotiators, and strategic partners. The team is dedicated to maximizing investment potential and delivering high-quality, personalized service tailored to each client’s business objectives. Choose Team Singh for your next commercial transaction to experience a combination of unmatched expertise, dedication, and results-driven service.
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Leading Durable Medical Equipment Provider
Santa Barbara, CA
This business is the only full-scope durable medical equipment (DME) provider in Santa Barbara County, serving both individual and commercial clients. Established in 1997 and operated by the current...
$499,500
Cash Flow: $201,891
Turnkey Luxury Day Spa & Med Spa – Profitable and Manager-Run
Los Angeles County, CA
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a luxury Day Spa & Medical Spa valued at approximately $3 million, located in the heart of the San Gabriel Valley. Designed as a world-class wellness destination,...
$2,680,000
EBITDA: $713,033
UNDER CONTRACT- 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...
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$275,000
Rare Opportunity: Established Turnkey, One-of-a-Kind Charter Business
Newport Beach, CA
-Turnkey operation with Custom Fleet, Booking System, equipment, licenses, secured dock lease, and certifications current. -Proprietary charter fleet unavailable through competitors. -Established...
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$775,000
FranchiseDoor Renew
Available in California
Door Renew focuses on refinishing wood and fiberglass doors, Front Entry doors, side doors and Interior doors for homes an businesses. Door Renew provides a professional restoration alternative to replacement.
$150,000
See More FranchisesLeading Established Southern California Roofing Company for Sale
San Diego County, CA
Well established, multi generation profitable roofing company serving some of the most affluent communities of San Diego county. Company currently does no marketing which offers a significant...
Not Disclosed
EBITDA: $150,000
Hospice license for Sale
Glendale, CA
ONLY license for sale. Location: Situated in Glendale Ca. Geographic Coverage: Ventura County, Los Angeles County, Orange County, Riverside County, San Bernardino Interested parties are invited to...
$190,000
Established San Francisco Day Spa with 25+ years of Trusted Service
$200,000
San Francisco, CA
Hotworx Infrared Fitness Studio
Sacramento County, CA
This Studio is located in a prime shopping center in the Sacramento metro area. 10 Sauna Studio with amazing income potential. There are over 600 Hotworx studio's in the network with over 100 of them...
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$465,499
Cash Flow: $95,000
Kitchen, Bathroom and Flooring Company - Seller Financing Available
Los Angeles County, CA
Great opportunity to own a successful, well established, Kitchen, Bathroom and Flooring Company that has been in business for about fifteen(15) years. Most of it’s Kitchen, Bathroom and Flooring...
$600,000
Cash Flow: $223,566
Turnkey Bar w/Type 48 + 77 License
Sonoma, CA
Property Overview: An exceptional opportunity to acquire a fully licensed, established bar in the heart of Sonoma, CA. This freestanding venue features a rare Type 48 license (no food requirement) and...
$425,000
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
Tailor Shop in Anaheim Hills
Anaheim, CA
A thriving Tailoring business founded three decades ago, boasting a loyal customer base and a strong reputation in the locality. Presentation of proof of funds is required prior to showings or sharing...
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$199,888
Cash Flow: $118,349
Absentee Run Very Nice Salon in Excellent Location!
San Jose, CA
For sale is an excellent location with plenty of parking on a main, high-traffic street with a high demographic population and affluent area. The beautiful, built-out private rooms with very nice and...
$600,000
Cash Flow: $211,000
Long Established Gas Station
Spring Valley, CA
This opportunity only comes every once in a lifetime. Very well-established gas station waiting for new Owner! This fantastic Location off of 94 Hwy is an opportunity for an owner-operator, absentee...
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$5,300,000
Cash Flow: $478,114
FranchiseMiracle Method Surface Refinishing
Available Nationwide
Impressive average gross revenue of $1,230,180!* Join the #1 Surface Refinishing Brand, ranked by Entrepreneur Magazine!
$45,000
See More FranchisesEstablished 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...
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$30,000
High Revenue Firearms Business: B&M, Ecommerce + Warehouse
San Diego County, CA
Full Details and financials available with executed NDA. Serious interest only please. If you’re only interested in a low offer strictly based of EBITA, this is not the deal for you. Well-Established...
$2,500,000
Established Refrigeration Service Company
$1,200,000
California
Very Profitable Mature Logistics Trucking Company For Sale in Carson
Gardena, CA
NOTE FOR BUYERS: THIS BUSINESS HAS SEEN AN INCREDIBLE AMOUNT OF INTEREST. PLEASE PROVIDE MORE INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR INTEREST, EXPERIENCE, AND SOURCE OF FUNDS FOR CONSIDERATION BY THE SELLER. PLEASE...
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$999,999
Cash Flow: $500,000
Profitable Shell Branded Gas & Convenience Store in Long Beach
Long Beach, CA
Premier Listing: Shell / Scotty’s Gas and Food in High-Demand Belmont Heights As the proud owner of Shell / Scotty’s Gas and Food, located in the sought-after Belmont Heights area of Long Beach (3601...
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$2,795,000
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 FranchisesLocal, well-established profitable business for sale
Laguna Hills, CA
Opportunities like this don't come around often. Money Mailer of Irvine, part of a leading national print and digital direct marketing firm with over 26 profitable years has decided to retire. This...
$250,000
American Fast Food Restaurant - Short Hours - Seller Financing
Thousand Oaks, CA
American Fast Food Restaurant, well-established, short hours, 100% absentee owned and employee operated, very desirable and upscale Thousand Oaks area. Please note, that this restaurant is located on...
$150,000
Cash Flow: $96,788
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,...
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$41,900
Bar and Live Music Venue For Sale
Oakland, CA
The acclaimed Elbo Room Jack London bar is for sale. This fully equipped liquor bar and live music venue is located just 2 blocks from the waterfront in historic Jack London Square. It’s a turnkey...
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$225,000
Established Home Inspection Business
San Diego, CA
For Sale: Established Home Inspection Business Looking to sell an established home inspection business based in San Diego County and servicing surrounding areas. Our company has a solid reputation and...
$160,000
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TIG Commercial Inc
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
TIG Commercial, established in 2023, addresses the growing need for specialized Commercial and Business Broker Services. Our mission is to empower business owners, from startups to well-established enterprises, by guiding them towards full ownership of their ventures. We aim to liberate small business owners from the constraints imposed by landlords who often manipulate their time and finances. By providing strategic support, we focus on restoring control over ownership, time, leverage, and income back into the hands of the small business community. At TIG Commercial, we are dedicated to fostering independence and ensuring that our clients thrive in their respective markets.
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SportsTech Video Platform
San Diego, CA
TLDR: - Doubletake is selling its online assets. - We received investment from an Uber co-founder to grow our platform. We spent years building an online platform for athletes to enter college but...
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$225,000
Profitable Picture Framing Store
Capitola, CA
This business is part of an SBA-approved national franchise that delivers industry leading custom picture framing services. It's the ideal business for someone who has business acumen and a passion...
$110,000
Cash Flow: $40,000
Rare Opportunity: Well-Loved Dessert Business Up for Grabs!
$178,000
Concord, CA
2-Unit Randy’s Donuts Package
Los Angeles County, CA
Step into a legacy. With more than 70 years of brand recognition, Randy’s Donuts is one of the most celebrated and Yelp-reviewed donut shops in the nation. This rare 2-unit package features locations...
$690,000
Cash Flow: $171,450
Profitable Plant-Based Snack Brand - DTC & Wholesale Ready
Los Angeles, CA
C’est Lä Vé isn’t just another snack brand—it’s a movement. Designed for the modern snacker who wants compassion, taste, and sustainability, this brand delivers the full experience: plant-based...
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$99,000
Cash Flow: $45,000
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 FranchisesOggi’s Brewhouse Franchise Opportunity Great for Owner Operator
San Diego County, CA
This opportunity includes a valuable Type 47 Liquor License and a location that’s considered one of the most desirable in the market. It’s a fantastic fit for an experienced owner-operator ready to...
$100,000
Cash Flow: $105,101
25 Jamba Juice Franchise Businesses - S. California
San Diego County, CA
Twenty-five (25) Jamba Juice franchise businesses in S. California. 2024 gross sales $20+M. Weighted Adj. EBITDA $1.2+M (2022 thru 2024). Leases transferable, real estate not included. G&A, inventory,...
$3,800,000
EBITDA: $1,218,071
Specialty Automotive Center / Shop in Los Angeles County
Los Angeles County, CA
Turn your passion into profit with a premier automotive off-road specialty shop (Parts & Service) located in Los Angeles County at the gateway of SoCal’s best trails and off-road terrain. This...
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$150,000
Cash Flow: $154,000
Boutique Yoga & Pilates Studio - Semi-Absentee in West SGV
Los Angeles County, CA
This vibrant boutique Yoga and Pilates studio presents a rare opportunity to acquire a stable, well-regarded business in the growing wellness industry. With close to 100 active members and a flawless...
$68,000
Cash Flow: $55,000
Grocery store with meat department and fully equipped kitchen
Sacramento County, CA
HIGH-VOLUME HALAL GROCERY STORE WITH RESTAURANT - EXCEPTIONAL OPPORTUNITY Thriving Afghan/Indian/Pakistani grocery store and restaurant established in 2022, generating impressive $2.5 million in...
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$1,499,000
Cash Flow: $400,000
Turn-Key Farmers® Insurance Agency – Santa Cruz County
Santa Cruz County, CA
Turn-Key Farmers® Insurance Agency – Santa Cruz County Asking: $150,000 | Book Size: ~$1.8M GWP | Service Commissions: $110K+ / yr Overview Rare opportunity to acquire a turn-key, established Farmers...
$150,000
Cash Flow: $110,000
Profitable Round Table Pizza – San Joaquin County
San Joaquin County, CA
Take ownership of a top-performing Round Table Pizza franchise in thriving San Joaquin County. This established location combines strong dine-in traffic with robust delivery sales, making it an ideal...
$595,000
Cash Flow: $189,755
San Diego Dance School for Youth
San Diego, CA
Transform your entrepreneurial vision into reality with this turnkey San Diego dance school serving children ages 2-12. You'll step into an established operation that delivers consistent revenue...
$110,000
50+year Established Clinical Skin Care Practice
Sacramento, CA
Established Clinical Skin Care Practice - 50+ Years in Business Providing Skin Care services for Facials, waxing and tinting. This well-established esthetics practice presents an exceptional...
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$75,000
FranchiseKoala Insulation
Available Nationwide
Eco-Friendly Insulation Franchise - Smart Investments. Real Impact.
$200,000
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.
