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...
Businesses For Sale in California
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Premier Multi-State HVAC & Plumbing Contractor with $7M EBITDA
$42,354,912
Cash Flow: $8,638,095
Established Hot Water Heating Contractor & Wholesale Distribution
California
This 20-year-old mechanical services company specializes in hot water heating systems, water heater installations, boiler service, and hydronic heating, as well as solar thermal integration. In...
Cash Flow: $730,000
San Diego's Premier Mobile Gaming & Party Experience Company
San Diego County, CA
San Diego's leading choice for high-tech mobile entertainment! This TURNKEY and PROFITABLE company offers the following services: * Video Game Bus: San Diego's most advanced game bus packed with the...
$270,000
Cash Flow: $90,859
Turnkey, Profitable, 25yo Hair Salon in affluent coastal San Diego
San Diego County, CA
This is a rare chance to own a highly reputable, unisex hair and makeup salon in the affluent San Diego coastal city. With over 25 years of service, this salon has been successfully operated as a...
$119,000
Niche Flavor Manufacturing Business – $1.1M+ Net Income
Los Angeles, CA
Outstanding opportunity to acquire a high-margin flavor manufacturing business with exclusive international contracts. This turnkey operation is positioned nicely with proprietary flavor formulas for...
$3,900,000
Cash Flow: $1,345,245
Turnkey Locksmith Business – Profitable, Established & Sale-Ready
Vallejo, CA
Long-established and highly reputable locksmith business with deep roots in the communities of Solano, Sonoma, and Napa Counties. Renowned for its reliability, rapid response times, and expert...
$175,000
Cash Flow: $135,000
Spice, Rub, and Sauce Manufacturer/Wholesaler
Sacramento, CA
From a humble start in the owner's kitchen 7 years ago, this award-winning spice, rub, and sauce company has grown to over $250K in annual sales with solid profits. The owner and his daughter, who is...
$400,000
Cash Flow: $132,930
Plumbing Asset Sale Including ProMaster And Client List
Sacramento County, CA
Plumbing asset sale including a 2020 Ram ProMaster, ProPress with fittings, water heater jack, general tools, updated website, business phone number, and CRM with 500 clients. This business focused on...
$60,000
Established Printer in Berkley Ready for New Ownership
Berkeley, CA
Established, owner-operated print shop in Berkeley, CA with strong local reputation and steady, referral-based revenue. The business is easy to run and ideal for a first-time buyer or anyone seeking a...
$250,000
Cash Flow: $90,000
Glass Installation and Service
San Mateo County, CA
This well-established glass business has been serving residential and commercial customers since 1976. Specializing in window and frame replacements, custom glass, and repairs, it benefits from a...
$277,000
Cash Flow: $79,355
FranchiseMr. Electric
Available Nationwide
Mr. Electric, a Neighborly company, is the nation's leading residential and commercial electrical services franchise. With us, business ownership is shockingly simple!
$65,000
See More FranchisesTuxedo sales and rental
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
Carpet, Tile and Upholstery Steam Cleaning Business
California
Looking to break free from the 9-to-5 and build something of your own? This is your shot. For sale is a well-equipped, ready-to-roll carpet cleaning business that includes everything you need to hit...
$60,000
Cash Flow: $60,000
Asian Restaurant For Sale San Diego County Price Reduced
$39,000
San Diego County, CA
Dental Clinic in LA's Koreatown
Los Angeles, CA
Prime Dental practice for sale in Korea Town offered at $475,000. With state-of-the-art equipment, 5 fully equipped treatment rooms, high patient volume (9+ scaling patients/day, strong implant...
$475,000
Drainage Contractors
Marin County, CA
Take ownership of a highly profitable, well-established drainage and encapsulation business serving North Bay and surrounding areas. This is a trusted name in crawlspace encapsulation and interior...
$1,191,000
Cash Flow: $526,262
Pablo Fonseca, MBA
Spectrum Business Advisors
Serving Riverside County, CA
At Spectrum Business Advisors we represent entrepreneurs. We enjoy and pride ourselves on accomplishing our clients’ goals—whether it is an exit strategy or a growth opportunity, our experience and dedication will help get you there. If you need a business broker, we are here for you. Here is an outline of what we do for our clients: A. Lease Negotiations B. Value and understand our client’s business C. Develop a pricing strategy D. Create a marketing package for your business E. Receive SBA loan pre-approval—improves the availability of you business to more potential buyers F. Confidentially market your business G. Screen potential buyers—non-disclosure agreements, credit checks, match a person to your business H. Negotiate and structure the best deal I. Manage the escrow, due diligence, and disclosure process J. Facilitate the transition and training period K. Get you the most money! Read more about business brokers here: http://www.1800BizBroker.com
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Milk Tea Store
Berkeley, CA
Newly built brand name milk tea store in high traffic location in the city of Berkeley. Established and experienced team of supervisors and baristas are in place ready to serve their high quality and...
$220,000
Mediterranean Cuisine and Bar
Santa Cruz County, CA
Authentic Mediterranean, Middle Eastern and Greek cuisine featuring homemade dishes using fresh, local, sustainable and quality ingredients. A restaurant offering a unique experience, entertainment,...
$399,000
Pet Accessory Manufacturing and Wholesaling
San Francisco, CA
This business is a new name in the pet accessories industry, that is poised for growth. Specializing in the design, manufacturing, and wholesale distribution of high-quality dog accessories. With a...
$65,000
Cash Flow: $3,035
Cross to La Sierra University, Well Established Teriyaki Restaurant.
La Sierra, CA
High profit Korean and Japanese Style Teriyaki Restaurant near by La Sierra University in Riverside CA. Well known in the Area , Main corrido of La Sierra Area. Owner will retire . Seller will train...
$230,000
Cash Flow: $144,000
Liquor Store for Sale
Santa Clara County, CA
Great opportunity to own a large, high gross, established, thriving liquor store, in prime Location with very high traffic. Floor space: 4000s.ft; Gross: $130,000/mo ;Lotto Gr: $40,000/mo; ATM:...
$1,250,000
FranchiseSchool of Rock
Available in California
Join the top music education franchise in the world.
$150,000
See More FranchisesDive and Expedition Boat Business in Santa Barbara w/ 100 pax COI boat
Santa Barbara, CA
Dive into the Channel Islands, known as North America's Galapagos Islands, with this fully equipped and highly rated dive/expedition company. Includes the VISION, a USCG inspected 84' boat with room...
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$1,700,000
Liquor Store
Sacramento County, CA
8AM-11PM Mon-Sun (7 days per week) $65,000 per month gross sales Rent is $3,340...
$549,999
Long Time Breakfast-Lunch Restaurant-Type 1 Hood-Absentee Owner!!
$199,000
San Francisco, CA
Fast Food Restaurant
Los Angeles County, CA
Restaurant/Fast Food Asking Price: $250,000 Including Equipment and Fixtures. This is an amazing opportunity to own and operate a long established and well known casual fast food restaurant in the...
$250,000
Printing Business for sale in the Eastern High Sierra
Bishop, CA
Work where you play! Estiblished in 1978 / Alex Printing was successful from the beginning. Bishop is a special place Located in the Eastern Sierra mountains of California, highly recreational, with...
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$279,900
Gourmet on Wheels: Food Truck Business for SALE !
Newport Beach, CA
Unique Fettuccine has been established 2022. Currently serves Italian foods all around Orange county. 2009 Workhorse W62 Chassis * 2 doors salad preparation refrigerator * 3 doors freezer * low table...
6
$150,000
Cash Flow: $25,000
Nationally Famous Franchise Bakery For Sale in Corona, CA
Corona, CA
Own a highly sought after franchise bakery location in a high traffic, exclusive Corona, CA location. Fastest growing franchise in its category with locations in California for 15 years. This Bakery...
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$329,000
Cash Flow: $120,000
Well-Established Shoe & Purse Repair Shop – Prime Monrovia Location!
Monrovia, CA
Shoe & Purse Repair Shop for Sale – Prime Monrovia Location! Own a well-established shoe & purse repair shop in the heart of Monrovia! Fully equipped with everything you need to continue serving a...
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$43,000
Payments SaaS Platform Available Now
Los Angeles, CA
The future of small company payments is being built by our client. Small business owners are in dire need of new tools because credit card fees can take up to 3% of every transaction and old payment...
Cash Flow: $24,791
Absentee Japanese Curry Restaurant with Good Opportunity
Irvine, CA
Japanese Curry, Asian Fusion, comfort Foods Franchise fee is 5 % 1). Monthly gross sale is $65,000 2). Monthly rents $ 6,800 + $ Including NNN 3). Lease Has 5 Year +5 Years 4). Size is approx. 900 SF....
$230,000
FranchiseFranchise Venture Capital
Available in California
You Could Possibly “Make Millions” by Becoming a Managing Partner. Receive royalties, franchise fees and equity in National Franchises.
$150,000
See More FranchisesThe Dinah Looking for Its Next Successor Famous Festival of 35 Years!
California
The Dinah—officially known as The Dinah Shore Weekend—is the world’s largest and most iconic lesbian and queer women-focused music festival. Held annually in Palm Springs, California, The Dinah is...
$1,200,000
Established Restoration Franchise in California
California
This is an excellent opportunity to acquire an established franchise business that is the leading franchise in the residential and commercial restoration services industry. Turnkey operation, prior...
$500,000
High-Margin Beverage Brand National Retail Presence, $10 MM+ potential
$1,500,000
San Bernardino County, CA
Incredible Location For Veterinary Hospital Or Assisted Living Nursing
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Concord, CA
Multiuse Facility. Flexible Zoning (Downtown Mixed Use). All units are owner occupied so you can expand or change the existing businesses. Diverse revenue streams with multiple businesses on site....
$3,300,000
Cash Flow: $175,000
Premium Disposable Food Service Supplies for Business
Chula Vista, CA
Located in Chula Vista, CA, this premium disposable food service supplies business specializes in providing high-quality, eco-friendly, and cost-effective products to businesses. With very low...
$100,000
FranchiseRainbow Restoration
Available Nationwide
Rainbow Restoration, a Neighborly company, is the nation's leading damage restoration and remediation services franchise that provides hope during times of crisis.
$100,000
See More FranchisesEstablished Vietnamese Restaurant in high traffic shopping center
Redlands, CA
Established Vietnamese Restaurant - Prime Redlands Location This thriving Vietnamese Pho restaurant represents an exceptional opportunity in Redlands' bustling dining scene. Operating successfully...
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$400,000
Cash Flow: $250,000
Indoor Adventure Park Soft Play, Trampolines, Zip Line, Ninja Course
Altadena, CA
INDOOR ADVENTURE PARK - ALTADENA, CA Established family entertainment center equipment package available for immediate acquisition in Altadena, Los Angeles County. This comprehensive business sale...
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$250,000
Established 20+ Year Fencing, Railing & General Contracting Business
Garden Grove, CA
With over two decades of experience, this well-established company specializes in custom-designed wrought iron fencing, railings, gates, and general contracting services throughout the Los Angeles...
$419,000
Cash Flow: $129,952
Profitable Japanese Sushi Restaurant – Unique Ghost Kitchen Model!
Alameda, CA
Turnkey Japanese restaurant operating from a licensed cloud kitchen in the East Bay. With a unique, house-developed menu and strong delivery sales, this business is built for growth and expansion. No...
$300,000
Cash Flow: $120,937
Top-Rated Japanese Restaurant – San Diego
San Diego County, CA
This beloved Japanese-style restaurant features a highly praised sushi bar and has earned multiple local awards. With over 100 glowing 4.8-star Google reviews, it’s a customer favorite. The space is...
$199,000
Gary Walswick
KW COMMERCIAL
Serving Orange County, CA
KW COMMERCIAL is a Division of Keller Williams International, the recognized leader in the Real Estate Estate Industry, with almost 180,000 Agents around the world. The Commercial Division is a network of over 2,000 Commercial Real Estate Professionals, strategically placed in key Market Centers around the country. Capitalizing on it's " Local Touch & Global Reach", KW COMMERCIAL delivers a full spectrum of CRE Services, driven by the Client's needs and the highest level of market exposure.
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Turn-Key Semi-Absentee Boba Tea Shop in Monrovia
Monrovia, CA
Profitable, semi-absentee boba tea shop with a viral Surprise Cup concept and strong local following. This is a rare opportunity to acquire a profitable, semi-absentee-run boba tea shop located in...
$190,000
Cash Flow: $72,709
Ice Cream Sandwich Shop - East Bay
California
This renowned ice cream shop, a Bay Area favorite for 15 years, is ready for new ownership. Featuring a turnkey operation with an established brand and prime location, this flagship store is part of a...
$299,999
Cash Flow: $50,000
Business for Sale – $450,000 Prime Pacific Heights Location
$450,000
San Francisco, CA
Towing and Repair Company
San Mateo County, CA
This extremely well-established towing and repair company offers a unique advantage with an automated customer acquisition system with exclusive AAA contract, ensuring a steady flow of business...
$720,000
Cash Flow: $233,000
Allstate $13.5 Elite Agency – Established and Profitable
Shasta County, CA
This offering includes two well-established (40+ years in business) award-winning agencies, bundled together. Strategically located in two separate charming and scenic communities in Northern...
$2,900,000
FranchisePrism Specialty Restoration
Available Nationwide
Prism Specialty Restoration (formerly ERS, ART, TEX and DFD) brings a strong reputation and over 30 years of experience to the EverSmith Brands platform by providing a robust range of specialty restoration services to help those affected by a disaster and other unforeseen damages. Whether it’s residential or commercial, Prism Specialties delivers effective recovery solutions to help contractors, adjusters, and the insured restore Electronics, Art, Documents, and Textiles. This includes Kitchen appliances, computers, works on paper, sculptures, leather goods, shoes, industrial machinery, and more!
$50,000
See More FranchisesPrime Turn-Key Ethnic Restaurant, Convertible, Manteca, CA
Manteca, CA
MS Real Estate Inc. is pleased to present a compelling opportunity to acquire a fully equipped, turn-key ethnic restaurant in a prime location in Manteca, California. This establishment is...
$155,000
Wine bar is San Francisco
San Francisco, CA
Nice wine bar location in a busy area of San Francisco....
$60,000
Chiropractic Practice 45 patients a day
Madera County, CA
Chiropractor retiring . Merge his patients to yours or take over his 1800 Sqft office with rent only $2250 . He sees about 45 patients a day , mostly for adjustments . Small town lifestyle . Great...
$99,000
Cash Flow: $125,000
Profitable Teriyaki Shop (Established Franchise) SBA Financing
San Diego, CA
Japanese restaurant, easy to run, profitable and easy to access by residential customers or workers on their break. Franchise support is excellent, online presence is strong, top choices (1st page) on...
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$279,000
Cash Flow: $84,000
California Compounding Pharmacy
California
Community compounding pharmacy, well established, owners looking to exit. Staff in place for success....
$1,500,000
Cash Flow: $250,000
High End Fashion Store with Hollywood clients (Motivated Seller)--B2W
Los Angeles, CA
High-end boutique store for sale in Los Angeles close to Hollywood and Beverly Hills. Gross sales around $500,000. Potential growth for Clientele including multi generations and Hollywood industry...
$300,000
Cash Flow: $210,000
Well Established Commercial Property Maintenance/Landscaping Company
Palmdale, CA
Well Established Commercial Property Maintenance/Landscaping Company This 27-year-old commercial landscaping and property maintenance company represents an exceptional opportunity in Palmdale, CA....
$1,800,000
Physical Therapy Biz with Great Profit Margin and Room for Growth
San Jose, CA
This Physical Therapy Practice is located in San Jose, CA. It's a sole practitioner operation with great employees, insurance contracts, consistent growth, and a highly desirable profit margin. The...
$290,000
Cash Flow: $204,910
Premier Central Valley Residential Custom Cabinetry Company
Stanislaus County, CA
Looking to own a well-established, highly regarded, custom cabinetry business in the heart of the Central Valley? This company is widely known by homeowners and builders for building the best and most...
$1,150,000
FranchiseBenjamin Franklin Plumbing
Available in California
Join the leader in residential plumbing services! We provide tools and support so our franchise owners grow their business and dominate their market.
$150,000
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.
