Sun City, CA
This well-established flower shop in Riverside County offers a rare opportunity to own a profitable business with over three decades of continuous operation. Known for top-quality arrangements and...
Businesses For Sale in California
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Profitable 30+ Year Floral Shop | Riverside County
$260,000
Cash Flow: $115,000
Fedex Delivery Routes
San Diego County, CA
Seize this little-known opportunity to own a highly profitable FedEx Ground delivery route, partnered with the 2nd largest shipping company in the world, in bustling San Diego County. FedEx’s...
3
$1,900,000
Cash Flow: $537,730
Take Advantage of A Great Turnkey Opportunity!
Fountain Valley, CA
Take advantage of a great opportunity! This established agency has over 3000 policies in force and is a Turnkey Operation. The office is located in a prime retail location in Fountain Valley. The...
Cash Flow: $650,000
Profitable Beauty Supply Store & Salon Suite!
Lawndale, CA
REDUCED PRICE! We’re excited to present a rare opportunity to acquire a thriving, well-established beauty supply store located in a prime, high-traffic area. Our business has become a staple in the...
5
$15,000
Cash Flow: $40,000
**PROFITABLE - Own an Established AAA Certified Auto Repair Business
Orange County, CA
A GREAT OPPORTUNITY to Own a AAA Certified, well-established and profitable Auto Repair and Service Facility. Since 1971, this friendly owner-operated business has been built on a strong foundation of...
$895,000
Cash Flow: $280,000
Palm Springs Fine Men's Salon
Palm Springs, CA
Excellent location at Kaptur Plaza on Tahquitz Canyon Way, next to the Renaissance Hotel, Palm Springs Fine Men’s Salon will be your haven for all men’s hair, skin care and grooming services. From ear...
$375,000
Cash Flow: $112,040
Established Sign & Graphics Business for Sale
Orange County, CA
Established Sign & Graphics Business for Sale - Turnkey Sign Shop in High-Growth Orange County Market Turn-key opportunity to own a successful sign-making franchise in the heart of South Orange...
$55,000
Used Automobile Dealership, Flooring Line and Property for Sale
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Bloomington, CA
Imagine owning a pre-owned car dealership lot location in Rialto that’s been a cornerstone of the community for years. This dealership has built a strong reputation for its commitment to quality and...
6
$5,300,000
Cash Flow: $570,835
Mail station since 1980 in Saratoga for sale!
San Jose, CA
Well established mail station that has been in Saratoga since the early 1980s. Equipped with 388 PO boxes with multiple sizes as passive income for sale! Grandfathered with the option to ship with...
5
$149,000
Turnkey Gongcha Boba tea shop/resstaurant opportunity !
Chino Hills, CA
Great opportunity to own a profitable and established Gong Cha Boba Tea Shop Franchise ! Easy to run business world known Franchise Boba shop, located at a High traffic area. the shop is located at...
4
$200,000
FranchiseGet In Shape For Women
Available in California
Get In Shape For Women is an upscale, boutique fitness concept, where 1 trainer works with up to 8 women at a time, for 55 minutes, for as little as $20 per session, delivering the most compelling results in the shortest amount of time. We combine weight training, cardio, nutrition, and accountability for a complete solution.
$50,000
See More FranchisesProfitable, Turnkey, Well Established Childcare Center with Property
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Martinez, CA
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a well-established Turnkey Business opportunity with Real Estate. Fully equipped and operational child care center, ready to continue delivering exceptional child...
$2,399,999
Cash Flow: $285,000
Barbershop located in Hemet
Hemet, CA
Established Barbershop Business for Sale – Prime Growth Opportunity! Looking to expand your barbershop’s market presence? Here’s an incredible opportunity to acquire a well-established barbershop in a...
5
$50,000
Own A Legendary Metaphysical Store And Healing Center
$300,000
San Diego, CA
Restaurant for SALE in Miracle Mile!
Los Angeles, CA
Step into a fully-operational restaurant specializing in traditional Eastern European dishes with a modern twist. Key Features: • Fully equipped commercial kitchen and food prep area • Takeout,...
6
$125,000
Mobile Golf Simulator Event Rentals
Lake Forest, CA
Overview: The golf simulator rental industry is experiencing a significant surge in demand, driven by technological advancements and changing consumer preferences. This business model offers a unique...
4
$35,000
Cash Flow: $85,000
Christina CBB, CBI, M&A Master Lazuric
California Business Brokers
Serving Orange County, CA
California Business Brokers® is Southern California’s premier California Business Brokers® is Southern California's leading business brokerage firm, renowned for its expertise in facilitating successful transactions across a diverse range of industries. With extensive experience spanning numerous market segments, our firm has developed a deep understanding of current market trends and business valuation in real-time conditions. This hands-on experience bridges the gap between theoretical knowledge and the practical realities of business sales. At California Business Brokers®, we are committed to maximizing value for our clients. We recognize that selling a business is a significant responsibility that affects both the buyer and seller. Our firm excels in managing transactions with the utmost confidentiality, informed decision-making, and access to a comprehensive network of seasoned professionals to ensure seamless deal execution. Our greatest testament to success is the trust and loyalty of our repeat clients, who have chosen to sell multiple businesses through our firm. Whether you are looking to buy or sell, California Business Brokers® offers the expertise, discretion, and care necessary to guide you through every step of the process. Whether you are buying or selling, you are in excellent caring hands with California Business Brokers.
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Cafe i Bayview District of SF
San Francisco, CA
Small Cafe with limited cooking. Has Beer and Wine. Must See!...
$39,500
Gas Station & Mart with Real Estate, Absentee Owner, SBA Approved.
Crescent City, CA
MS Real Estate Inc. is excited to offer a unique opportunity to own a well-established gas station and convenience store in Crescent City, California. This Patriot-branded facility has been a...
6
$3,200,000
Restaurant, Loc Loc Loc
San Jose, CA
Beautiful well established Restaurant location in Silicon Valley - San Jose corridor. High end. Great lease, beautiful decor, fantastic location !! Must See!!...
$1,200,000
Three Automotive Parts and Supply Companies in Santa Cruz County
Santa Cruz County, CA
Three Automotive Parts and Supply Company locations are being sold together! 1. Kelley's Service, 258 Potrero Street, Santa Cruz, Ca. 95060 2. Mid County Auto Supply, 4310 Capitola, Ca. 95010 3....
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$200,000
Thriving dog grooming business in La Canada Flintridge, CA for sale.
La Canada Flintridge, CA
Established pet grooming salon in affluent La Canada Flintridge offers exceptional opportunity for owner-operator. Operating since 2019 in a location that has served as a grooming facility for over 45...
6
$230,000
Cash Flow: $108,000
FranchiseGoosehead Insurance
Available Nationwide
Disrupt insurance with our unique business model that leverages industry-leading technology and a client-first approach to access untapped market potential.
$25,000
See More FranchisesCustoms Import/Export Brokerage - El Monte, CA
El Monte, CA
This import/export business located in El Monte, California, was established in 1995. Runs with a staff of four, including the owner - with office space, but can be run anywhere in the US. This is a...
$1,139,000
Mission's Tortilla Route, North Riverside, CA
Riverside, CA
Mission’s Tortilla Route for sale in the North Riverside, California region for $110,000! Currently generating $637,726 in yearly sales and nets $68,940. Distributorship and territory are purchased...
$100,001
Cash Flow: $68,940
Premium Turnkey Boxing & Fitness Studio "Profitable"
$480,000
Oceanside, CA
25 Years in business Tailoring, Alterations, Clothing Repair Business
Kern County, CA
Well established, Repeat customers, and new customers constantly coming. Not many competitions around. Clothing repair Alterations/Retail T-shirt business for sale. In business over 25 years, serving...
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$100,000
Cash Flow: $168,000
5 Days Deli in Affluent Coastal Community
Santa Barbara County, CA
Don't miss this rare chance to acquire a well-established deli offering a unique blend of grab-and-go convenience and casual dine-in comfort. Featuring a customer-favorite menu of sandwiches, sushi,...
$198,000
Cash Flow: $124,000
Northern California Kitchen Exhaust and Commercial Restaurant Hood Cle
California
Northern California Kitchen Exhaust and Commercial Restaurant Hood Cleaning Company - Absentee Owned! - SC2223 Financial Information Asking Price: $399,000 Cash Flow: $90,000 Gross Revenue: $375,000...
$399,000
Cash Flow: $90,000
FedEx ISP Owner Operator Multi Local Routes in OC
Orange County, CA
This is a turnkey opportunity to acquire a well-established FedEx Independent Service Provider (ISP) operation based out of the Anaheim Hub in Southern California. The business currently operates four...
4
$450,000
Cash Flow: $150,000
Possible Owner Financing for Established Boat Repair business.
Yuba City, CA
Seize the opportunity to own JBT Marine, a well-established and highly reputable boat repair and fabrication business founded in 2004 by industry veterans Bob and Cherie. Emerging from their...
6
$299,999
Fast food restaurant for sale in a heavy populated area of Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA
fast food restaurant in the heart of Los Angeles. close to Korea town. 3rd street & Vermont Ave, Los Angeles, in a heavy populated area ,its fast food approximately 1100 square feet,11 years leas 1...
5
$99,000
Palm Springs' favorite retreat for floating!
Palm Desert, CA
It's a great business for locals and tourists. We have three rooms for floatation therapy, an infrared therapy sauna that fits up to four people, and five rooms equipped for facials, body scrubs or...
2
$150,000
FranchiseHouseMaster
Available Nationwide
HouseMaster, a Neighborly company, is the nation's leading home inspection franchise that helps customers take the guesswork out of buying a house.
$25,000
See More FranchisesLucrative Central San Diego Medical Practice For Sale - Investor Owned
San Diego, CA
Long-standing medical practice that sees Adult Patients for Primary Care. Space: 1400 square feet first floor space - lobby, staff area, 3 exam rooms, provider office Location: Center of San Diego...
$1,500,000
Cash Flow: $505,000
PRICE DROP - Once Upon a Child - Elk Grove For Sale
Elk Grove, CA
Have you always wanted the freedom and flexibility of owning your own business but didn't want to build it from the ground up? Have a passion to do something that makes a difference in people’s lives...
$175,000
Well-known, brand-name guitar pedal company for sale.
$350,000
San Diego, CA
Full-Service Car Wash + Property
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
San Bernardino, CA
• Established Reputation: San Bernardino is recognized as the first full-service car wash to offer 100% hand wash services since 1989, emphasizing a long-standing tradition of quality • Customer...
$1,490,000
Established Japanese Donburi Restaurant in Long Beach for Sale!
Long Beach, CA
• Prime location in the heart of bustling Downtown Long Beach with consistent foot traffic and loyal customers • Established success with over 10 years of proven business operations and community...
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$125,000
FranchiseSenior Helpers
Available Nationwide
The premiere provider of in-home care where you can provide a lasting impact for aging adults and their families. Over 300 franchise owners! Open within 90 days!
$50,000
See More FranchisesPrime location, well known music academy for sale!
Placer County, CA
We have worked for almost 10 years to establish our music academy as a fun and friendly place for all ages (mainly children) to get a music education. Beautiful studio, many practice rooms, prime...
6
$200,000
Great Harvest Bread Co. (3 Locations)
Chico, CA
Great Harvest Bread Co., a fixture in Chico since 1998, boasts three bustling locations serving up freshly baked goods and café fare. Despite the challenges of Covid, loyal patrons have kept sales...
6
$265,000
Buy and/or Manage a Dream Medical Practice over 5000 patients in LA
Los Angeles County, CA
This is the perfect opportunity for an entrepreneurial candidate to buy a business that has been a steady and consistent money maker for decades. The current owner is looking to retire due to provable...
$10,000,000
Thriving Bar & Nightclub Now Available in San Francisco!
San Francisco, CA
Discover a thriving Bar & Nightclub, established for over 11 years and flourishing post-COVID! With diverse revenue streams, this venue generated $1,165,910 in gross revenue for 2024. Valuable...
$695,000
Cash Flow: $226,213
Profitable Branded Café in Roseville Area
Roseville, CA
We are pleased to offer this long-established and profitable Cafe business in an excellent area! This licensed brand is well known and has an exceptional reputation for its quality menu and great...
$299,000
Cash Flow: $98,000
Joe Saad
Joe Saad Buiness Broker
Serving San Diego County, CA
In business since 1987 serving San Diego County: specializing in small to medium size businesses.
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Mission's Tortilla Route, Encinitas, CA
San Diego, CA
Mission’s Tortilla Route for sale in the Encinitas, California region for $195,000! Expected to generate $633,100 in yearly sales and net an estimated $86,558. Distributorship and territory are...
$195,000
Cash Flow: $86,558
Iconic business for sale in the heart of historic Nevada City
Nevada City, CA
Established in 1988 on Commercial Street in Nevada City, California, J.J. Jackson’s is known for its curated selection of beautiful and unique textiles, tableware, body care, travel gear, greeting...
6
$129,000
Own a Proven Pet Franchise in Torrance – High Demand, Great Location!
$150,000
Torrance, CA
PIZZA RESTAURANT Located on busy Street, connecting two Cities
Norco, CA
Pizza open 7 days, 11am to 8pm, Friday and Saturday to 8:30pm • Offers large variety of choice selections from Specialty Pizza to Meat, Vegetarian, Cheese, Hawaiian Pizza’s • Chicken lovers Favorite...
$175,000
Cash Flow: $115,300
Premium Boutique Charcuterie Restaurant/Catering
Alameda County, CA
Transworld Business Advisors San Francisco DRE #02209032 Cynthia Randall DRE #01421980 Turnkey boutique restaurant in a prime location | Premium special event catering for corporate, family, and...
$190,000
Cash Flow: $87,865
FranchiseMcAlister's Deli
Available Nationwide
McAlister’s Deli® offers guests more than hearty sandwiches piled high and sides worth sharing. Through genuine Southern hospitality and friendly conversation, we aim to make every guest feel like our place is their place, too. Become a part of something special with a McAlister’s Deli® of your very own.
$425,000
See More FranchisesPremier Stucco and Sandblasting Contractor
San Diego County, CA
NEW PRICE! Seller Motivated - Price reduced below valuation. A great opportunity to own a well run - established stucco contractor. Premier Stucco and Sandblasting Contractor - Company provides...
$775,000
Cash Flow: $266,153
Fitness Center – Franchise Resale
San Diego County, CA
Fitness Center – Franchise Resale - Currently Semi Absentee managed NEW PRICE - Motivated Seller! All new Equipment! Opportunity for an Owner Operator to be a hands on be manager and increase sales...
$75,000
Cash Flow: $115,726
Paris Baguette - High Volume & Nets $50K Monthly Avg, SBA, Full Staff
Los Angeles County, CA
Top-Producing Paris Baguette Franchise – High-Volume, Turnkey Operation This is a rare opportunity to acquire a top-producing Paris Baguette franchise, one of the leading bakery café brands known for...
$2,900,000
Cash Flow: $600,000
Exceptional Dog Grooming Business For Sale
Palm Springs, CA
Founded in 2013, this Company is a trailblazing Dog Grooming business that identified a gap in the market - the absence of self-service dog wash facilities in the Coachella Valley. Their innovative...
$250,000
Cash Flow: $101,088
Recession-Resistant ADAS Calibration, North County, San Diego, CA
San Marcos, CA
A rare opportunity to acquire a fully equipped, turnkey Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) calibration business. With modern vehicles increasingly reliant on ADAS, calibration is a required...
$219,000
Portable Cannabis Retail Storefront License for Sale
Los Angeles, CA
Portable Cannabis Retail Storefront License for Sale (Los Angeles, California) #1673 This is an exceptional and rare opportunity to acquire a cannabis retail storefront business in Los Angeles,...
$100,000
Profitable-Turnkey Barbering College in Central Valley
California
Take advantage of this rare opportunity to own a Profitable College with Current Students in place and New Students signing up continuously. This turnkey specialty Barber and Barber Crossover College...
$400,000
Cash Flow: $127,861
LA County Montessori School 1 of 2 Available
Diamond Bar, CA
This is the first of two schools for sale by the owners. Having envisioned improving Montessori education by addressing the significant lack of modern and authentic preschool options in the Greater...
$700,000
Cash Flow: $108,000
Food Trailer, High Net, Contract Clients, 2 days.
Los Angeles County, CA
*SELLER FINANCING AVAILABLE UP TO 50% WITH 50% DOWN FOR QUALIFIED BUYERS * Exceptional Opportunity: Fully Equipped Food Trailer with Established Contracts This is a fantastic opportunity to acquire a...
$169,000
Cash Flow: $60,000
FranchiseTouching Hearts at Home
Available in California
Touching Hearts at Home is one of the largest privately owned franchises in the Home Health industry. We help people age in place with dignity and care.
$75,000
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.
