Sacramento County, CA
In 1978, the owners began their dry cleaning and laundry business in Sacramento. After numerous years of operations in the same building in which they started their business, they purchased land and...

Sacramento County, CA
In 1978, the owners began their dry cleaning and laundry business in Sacramento. After numerous years of operations in the same building in which they started their business, they purchased land and...
$100,000
Cash Flow: $24,422

San Diego, CA
Established Meineke Car Care Franchise for Sale in San Diego, CA This well-established automotive service franchise presents an exceptional investment opportunity in the thriving San Diego market....
$200,000

Palm Springs, CA
Established in 2023, Good Vibes Sound Bath offers premier floating sound bath events. With a global reach and attendees traveling worldwide for this unique and transformative experience, Good Vibes...
$125,000
Cash Flow: $73,251

Orange, CA
Established boba and coffee shop in the heart of Historic Orange Circle offering a rare turnkey opportunity in one of Orange County's most desirable locations. This thriving business benefits from...
$250,000
Riverside, CA
Don’t miss this excellent opportunity to own a well-established, full-service dry cleaning business in a high-visibility shopping center in Riverside. This business has been operating successfully for...
$160,000
Palm Springs, CA
First, step aboard Ps Air, an aviation-themed nightclub that captures the spirit of flight with a unique speakeasy vibe. This popular venue offers a delightful dining experience paired with specialty...
$575,000
San Francisco, CA
Great location modern Dental office...
$395,000
Cash Flow: $480,000
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
Rare opportunity to acquire a well-established, family-friendly bar and grill in a highly desirable area of Rancho Cucamonga. With $1.8M in annual sales and a full liquor license, this business offers...
$395,000
Cash Flow: $195,991
Hollister, CA
Established Wholesale Spice Blending & Packaging Company – Turnkey Operation with Loyal Clients and Growth Potential Spices Unlimited Inc., located in Hollister, CA, is a long-standing wholesale...
$249,000
Cash Flow: $55,000
Santa Rosa, CA
Mission Foods Route For Sale Santa Rosa CA $179,000 #Ownaroute #Buyaroute #Distributor #Distributorship #IndependentDistributor #MissionRoute #MissionFoodsRoute #Mission #Flatbread #TortillaChips...
$179,000
Cash Flow: $123,469
Available in California
Join one of America's first franchises in commercial cleaning with 65+ years of experience in the industry. Low startup capital and high earning potential upwards of $1.97M in average gross sales.
$100,000
See More FranchisesRiverside County, CA
Immediately to the right at the entrance of the Supermarket. Busy market with heavy foot traffic daily and excellent visibility. Business Highlights: *Gross Sales: $30,000/month *Net Income:...
$85,000
Cash Flow: $129,600
El Cajon, CA
Specialized in Dog Training (90%) and Boarding. Established in 2015....
$250,000
Cash Flow: $180,000
$750,000
San Francisco, CA
Arcadia, CA
This well-established electrical contracting business has been serving the community for many years with a strong reputation for quality and reliability. It comes fully equipped and ready for a new...
$500,000
Cash Flow: $44,125
Los Alamitos, CA
Great opportunity to purchase a long standing auto repair business in an excellent location. Located in the beautiful city of Los Alamitos, across from Los Alamitos Elementary, DT Automotive has been...
$399,999
Cash Flow: $95,000
Johnathan Choe
TransWorld
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
Transworld Business Advisors is the world leader in the marketing and sales of businesses, mergers and acquisitions, and franchises. Whether you represent an acquisition-minded corporation or are personally interested in owning your own company or new franchise, Transworld Business Advisors offers the professional services that successfully bring buyers and sellers together. Transworld Business Advisors was founded in 1979 in South Florida and quickly grew into one of the largest business brokerage firms in the United States. With more than 300 offices in 49 of the United States and in 19 countries, Transworld Business Advisors is the global leader in helping our clients gain global reach while working with local offices that are owned and operated.
Arcadia, CA
This well-known Taiwanese restaurant is a rare opportunity in a high-traffic, prime location. With over a decade of strong performance, this restaurant has built a loyal customer base that appreciates...
$150,000
Los Angeles, CA
Rare opportunity to own a profitable, fully equipped restaurant in the heart of Woodland Hills on busy Ventura Blvd. This 295 sq. ft. turn-key operation has been a neighborhood favorite for over 12...
$85,000
Cash Flow: $48,000
Los Angeles, CA
Seize the opportunity to own a thriving auto body business ideally situated on a high-visibility major street in Sun Valley. This established shop has been serving the community for 5 years and comes...
$250,000
Los Angeles, CA
This is a great business in the most iconic hotel in downtown Los Angeles- The Biltmore Hotel. We are selling because we are moving out of state. We want someone that will appreciate the space and its...
$99,000
Cash Flow: $300,000
Fountain Valley, CA
Turnkey Mediterranean Restaurant - OC Mediterranean Restaurant – Location, Location, Location! Established in 2021, this thriving Mediterranean restaurant presents an exceptional opportunity in the...
$329,000
Available in California
Invest in yourself and in the children of your community. Check out our low start-up costs and flat-rate royalty structure!
$50,000
See More FranchisesMojave, CA
This Beautiful Thai Restaurant needs nothing to earn great profits on your first day of ownership. The knowledgeable owners have enjoyed a successful career here for nearly 10 years. Retirement is...
$275,000
Cash Flow: $120,000
Alameda County, CA
Great opportunity to own a 45 years established, fully equipped, thriving automotive repair shop in prime area of Alameda county, East Bay. Floor space: 3200 sq.ft; Rent: $6358/ mo ; Gross: $...
$335,000
$200,000
San Francisco, CA
Bakersfield, CA
JOIN A BILLION DOLLAR INDUSTRY WITH UNLIMITED POTENTIAL! OWN YOUR OWN THRIVING POOL SERVICE ROUTE WITH RECURRING POSITIVE CASH FLOW. Great opportunity to own your own pool service route in a growing...
$37,860
Cash Flow: $34,000
Napa, CA
Snyder’s-Lance Route For Sale Napa CA- $135,000 #Ownaroute #Buyaroute #Distributor #Distributorship #IndependentDistributor #Snyder’sLanceRoute #Snyder’sLance #Snyders #Lance #CampbellsSnacks...
$135,000
Cash Flow: $75,113
Palm Springs, CA
A cornerstone of hospitality in Palm Springs, Jake's figures prominently in the restaurant landscape of Palm Springs, located in a highly desirable part of Palm Canyon Drive in a thriving Uptown...
$1,200,000
Mountain View, CA
Established Hair Salon - Prime Mountain View Location This well-established salon offers an exceptional opportunity for a licensed stylist-owner in Mountain View’s upscale market. In continuous...
$45,999
Los Angeles County, CA
This highly regarded local hair and nail salon located in Los Angele County offers a valuable opportunity for a buyer to capitalize on its existing success and further increase profitability. As a...
$135,000
Corona, CA
POOL REMODEL / DESIGN / CONSTRUCTION WE BUILD POOLS & LANDSCAPE WE DESIGN SITE PLANS FOR OTHER BUILDERS AS WELL 3 WEBSITES ARE ALL PART OF ONE CORPORATION jetaquatics.com angelinas3d.com outdoorgc.com...
$400,000
Cash Flow: $200,000
Los Angeles, CA
One of the very first poke restaurant in Los Angeles. Established in 2015. Original Owner. Absentee run. Great potential for growth with owner operation. Motivated Seller!!! Description Asking Price:...
$89,900
EBITDA: $25,000
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 FranchisesJamestown, CA
Fibrenew Sonora–Modesto, CA | Established Franchise for Sale Looking to take control of your schedule while building a thriving, in-demand business? Fibrenew Sonora–Modesto offers a rare opportunity...
$130,000
Santa Ana, CA
Maher Commercial Realty is proud to present 411 S. Harbor Blvd, a rare and iconic auto body facility for sale in the heart of Santa Ana. With over 40 years of continuous operation as the legendary...
$2,995,000
$1,200,000
California
Sacramento, CA
We are pleased to offer this long-established Northern California Coffee Roasting and Distribution Business with multiple revenue centers including retail coffeehouse locations. This well-known brand...
$575,000
Sunnyvale, CA
Established nail salon for sale in prime Sunnyvale location on busy El Camino Real. This 1,250 square foot salon features 8 pedicure massage chairs and 4 manicure tables, providing excellent capacity...
$24,000
Available Nationwide
Join the Allegra network, a leader in the marketing and print industry since 1977. Our business-to-business model offers turnkey opportunities with limitless revenue streams.
$100,000
See More FranchisesSan Diego, CA
Established Multi-Cuisine Restaurant - Downtown San Diego Prime Location This profitable multi-cuisine restaurant presents an exceptional opportunity in San Diego's thriving dining scene. Established...
$300,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Orland, CA
A rare opportunity to acquire a fully integrated olive processing operation nestled in the heart of California’s fertile Northern Sacramento Valley. This turnkey property includes: * A comprehensive...
$3,300,000
Auburn, CA
KELLY MANUFACTURING - PRECISION MACHINE SHOP FOR SALE Established in 1988, Kelly Manufacturing is a successful precision machine shop located in Auburn, CA, specializing in machining metals and...
$549,000
Cash Flow: $125,000
Riverside County, CA
Transworld Business Advisors of Coachella Valley Dre: 02120938 Established auto repair with outstanding reputation. This Riverside, CA business has been family owned for many years and the seller is...
$200,000
Cash Flow: $138,801
Orange County, CA
This upscale spa offers a luxurious and rejuvenating experience centered around its signature head spa treatments, including a hot ginger scalp and shoulder massage designed to relieve stress, improve...
$399,000
Cash Flow: $378,391
Susan Mehravar
Liberty Business Advisors
Serving Contra Costa County, CA
My office called me QUEEN Agent: and in Bay Area, business owner called me DEAL MAKER. Number one agent as only agent as woman in Bay Area sell at LEAST 2 gas stations and 15 restaurants yearly. Also, number one the best agent to get at least 18 listing in office.
Newport Beach, CA
A well-established and highly reputable medical aesthetics practice is available for acquisition. This turnkey business offers a full range of noninvasive cosmetic treatments, including injectables,...
$399,999
Cash Flow: $155,543
Morgan Hill, CA
Established Nail Salon - Prime Morgan Hill Location This highly-rated nail salon presents an outstanding investment opportunity in Morgan Hill, Santa Clara County. Operating successfully since 2018,...
$295,000
$178,000
Concord, CA
Sonoma County, CA
Comprehensive general dentistry, including implants, implant restorations, Invisalign, and removable dentures. The practice has strong growth potential to expand through advanced procedures, specialty...
$780,000
Cash Flow: $291,000
Huntington Park, CA
This is a rare opportunity to step into a business with very reasonable rent and a flexible layout. Location has a very appealing layout and is located in a small shopping center. Private room that...
$14,999
Cash Flow: $16,000
Available Nationwide
Thrive with a Recession-Resistant, Essential Service Business Backed by a Proven Business Model
$50,000
See More FranchisesThousand Oaks, CA
Rare opportunity to own a profitable, independent mental health and addiction recovery center located near the affluent and growing region of Thousand Oaks, CA. With over $200K in annual net income...
$875,000
Cash Flow: $202,415
Alameda County, CA
Thriving Technology VAR Company Prime Bay Area Location – 23 Years of Success. Here’s your chance to own a highly respected and well-established telecommunications company located in the San Francisco...
$1,800,000
Cash Flow: $423,000
San Lorenzo, CA
Easy to run, profitable, stable cashflow, terrific location!...
$60,000
Sacramento, CA
Take advantage of this unique opportunity to own a Waxing franchise in a prime, high-traffic location. This modern studio is fully built out and operational, offering a sleek, professional environment...
$95,000
Santa Cruz County, CA
An outstanding opportunity to acquire an exclusive and well-established business brokerage territory in one of California’s most economically diverse and opportunity-rich regions. This territory...
$91,000
Santa Cruz, CA
The space can be used for any type of retails or cosmetology business. Half of the salon is a clothing retails including clothing racks and inventories. Your choice to use it as one or for both...
$46,000
Orange County, CA
We are pleased to present an exciting opportunity to acquire this franchise—the largest and most established LEGO® resale brand in North America, with a proven track record and over 100 locations...
$339,000
Cash Flow: $84,000
Riverside County, CA
This is an excellent opportunity for an owner-operator to acquire a manageable, profitable business supported by a nationally recognized franchise brand. Located inside a high-traffic grocery store,...
$108,000
Cash Flow: $84,000
Los Angeles County, CA
This well-established auto repair shop has been serving the community for over 40 years and is prominently situated on a major high-traffic boulevard within a dedicated auto center. Specializing in...
$50,000
Cash Flow: $120,000
Available in California
Steri-Clean is a leader in Hoarding and Biohazard Remediation Services, with offerings ranging from crime scene cleanup to hoarding remediation, infection control, and more.
$65,000
See More FranchisesCalifornia 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:
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.