Inyo County, CA
Do Not Visit Site Until You Speak With Broker. Please No Speaking with Employees/Ownership & Do Not Loiter on Property. Exclusively Listed and Presented By: The Gas Broker™. This Mobil-branded gas...
Inyo County, CA
Do Not Visit Site Until You Speak With Broker. Please No Speaking with Employees/Ownership & Do Not Loiter on Property. Exclusively Listed and Presented By: The Gas Broker™. This Mobil-branded gas...
$2,995,000
Cash Flow: $675,000
Roseville, CA
Step into a thriving and well-established residential construction company with a strong reputation across the Sacramento Valley and into the fast-growing Tracy/Mountain House area. Headquartered in...
$5,000,000
Cash Flow: $1,250,000
Truckee, CA
On Donnner Pass Rd. Truckee CA. 1248 sq. ft $4100 p/mo. rent, Gas and A/C included. Parking in front and rear. Attendant able to stay behind the counter all the way around the store. The store comes...
$100,000
Los Angeles, CA
Established Dog Grooming Business in Prime Lake Balboa Location. Located in the heart of Lake Balboa, this well-established dog grooming business benefits from high foot traffic and a loyal, affluent...
$130,000
Valley Springs, CA
Dump truck, tractor, forklift and inventory all come with this business! It's fully functioning and has a good reputation for great customer service and friendly, on time delivery. Located in the...
$199,000
Jurupa Valley, CA
FULL-SERVICE CAR WASH, AUTOMATED EQUIPMENT, VEHICLES TOWEL DRIED UNDER SHADE Opal Car Wash is located in one of Riverside’s fast growing cities, Jurupa Valley, near Eastvale • Near busy signalized...
$1,000,000
Fallbrook, CA
Elegant cafe with European flair in beautiful downtown Fallbrook. A local favorite with well established clientele for 22 years. Specializing in soups, salads & sandwiches. All complimented by a wide...
$68,000
Gardena, CA
Reason for Sale: Owner Retirement Business Description: Rare opportunity to acquire a fully operational turnkey aerospace CNC machine shop. This business is perfectly positioned for immediate...
$174,999
Los Angeles County, CA
Are you looking to acquire an FDA-approved food manufacturing facility for sale with established eCommerce sales and high retail potential? This turnkey opportunity offers a fully operational food...
$400,000
Cash Flow: $50,000
Palm Springs, CA
Regal Cleaners is in a prime location in a busy center on the corner of Tahquitz Canyon and Sunrise Way. There is convenient parking for their clients directly in front of the business. Their dry...
$525,000
Cash Flow: $226,000
Available in California
With $560,311 in Avg Gross Sales, Painter1 blends decades of experience with innovative, owner-focused improvements for streamlined success.
$70,000
See More FranchisesSacramento, CA
When Troy was 19, he opened a deli near Folsom Lake in Granite Bay, CA. His signature sandwich, the Surfin’ Bird, was created the day he decided to add cream cheese to his classic turkey bacon and...
$250,000
Ontario, CA
This is a turnkey charcuterie catering business located in Ontario, California, offering a unique and in-demand service specializing in artisanal grazing boards, boxes, and tables for events,...
$174,990
$480,000
Oceanside, CA
Pomona, CA
• EXPRESS CAR WASH - PRIME LOCATION, CA-71 MAJOR OFF RAMP IN THE CITY OF POMONA, CA • NEWLEY REMODELED AN EXPRESS CAR WASH, LOCATED ON MAJOR CA-71 OFF RAMP “MISSION BLVD” • UPGRADED TUNNEL, NEW WALL...
$1,290,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Los Angeles County, CA
For sale is a well-established 12 Bed Congregate Living Facility (CLHF) located in San Fernando Valley, Los Angeles County: - It is licensed by CDPH (California Department of Public Health) for 12...
$3,995,000
Bobby Panahi, MBA
BPRE
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
BPRE is located in Beverly Hills and serves the Southern California region. The founder and managing broker, Bobby Panahi, is an entrepreneur with over 20 years of real estate experience specializing in commercial sales/leasing, bulk asset business sales, and real estate development. Bobby holds an MBA from UCLA's Anderson School of Management and has lived most of his life in the Los Angeles area. While serving as President of one of T-Mobile's top retail partners, Bobby gained extensive knowledge of Southern California's commercial geography and real estate landscape, which he eventually leveraged to build a thriving business brokerage
La Jolla, CA
Established Designer Women's Clothing Store - La Jolla, CA This well-established women's clothing boutique has been successfully operating for over 30 years, specializing in exclusive Eva Varro...
$54,000
Cash Flow: $100,000
Lodi, CA
Opportunity awaits to own a thriving, well established pottery studio, located in the heart of a charming downtown destination. 20 years in business, with well established community reputation for fun...
$500,000
Riverside County, CA
Turnkey opportunity to own a well-established custom upholstery and window covering business that has proudly served Western Riverside County for nearly five decades. Known for exceptional...
$149,888
Glendale, CA
Perfect little neighborhood bar, dating back to prohibition! Great clientele & staff. Full line of liquor, no kitchen!! Already a success and fully renovated, this little bar makes for easy extra...
$550,000
Sacramento County, CA
Profitable FedEx “mid size” Linehaul opportunity with a strong mix of dedicated and unassigned team runs. Complete with solid equipment, seasoned BC and trained drivers in place. This is a turnkey...
$3,500,000
Cash Flow: $875,000
Available in California
Join this incredible franchisor and achieve high profits with the best product in the industry. Our coatings are up to 20x stronger than epoxy, 100% UV resistant, and can be applied throughout the year, usually in just one day!
$45,000
See More FranchisesLake County, CA
Turn-Key Coffee Shop & Bookstore for Sale – A Beloved Community Staple for Over 20 Years Nestled in the heart of the downtown Cobb area, this charming coffee shop and bookstore presents a rare...
$250,000
Cash Flow: $49,774
Rocklin, CA
Are you ready to step into the glamorous world of luxury beauty services? Look no further! An incredible opportunity awaits you in a premier upscale retail destination. About the Business: This...
$50,000
$350,000
San Diego, CA
Sacramento, CA
Beloved, high-end chocolate boutique specializing in handcrafted gourmet chocolates, artisanal desserts, and custom gift collections. Located in a prime retail mall the business has built a loyal...
$200,000
Cash Flow: $15,000
Blythe, CA
45-site manufactured housing and RV community located in the peaceful, waterfront town of Palo Verde, California. Originally developed in 1950, the property offers approximately 2.59 acres of land...
Cash Flow: $63,420
California
Located in a rural community of Northern California, the store carries a full line of Grocery, Produce, Meat and Liquor inventory selections that provide customers a wide range of brand name products...
$750,000
Cash Flow: $200,000
Anaheim Hills, CA
Popular Juice Bar Franchise in Orange County. Prime Location! This popular juice bar is situated in a bustling shopping center with national brands' anchor tenants, ensuring a constant flow of...
$199,000
Cash Flow: $62,514
Yuba City, CA
This neighborhood store is on the other corner from the Lincoln elementary school, on busy intersection of Lincoln and Walton. Addition to store area, huge storage/office areas on the back and...
$125,000
Huntington Beach, CA
Real picture of salon. $28,888 MUST Sell . Immigration Visa denied . Totally remodeled 1031 Sqft . 7 spacious stations with new chairs ,. a room with a new chair , 3 new shampoo bowls with new luxury...
$29,000
Orange County, CA
This newly established medical spa has rapidly carved out a significant presence in the affluent Orange County market, attracting a consistent flow of high-end clients seeking the latest and most...
$495,000
Available in California
Altitude Trampoline Park is the premier family entertainment destination, bringing active family fun to the global communities it serves. As one of the world's largest family entertainment franchises, the brand has grown to more than 85 locations open or in development across 29 states and four countries.
$400,000
See More FranchisesSanta Monica, CA
This is a turnkey opportunity to acquire the assets of a well-established printing and copy services business. Located in a high traffic/commercial area in Santa Monica, this business has served the...
$74,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
California
Seize this rare opportunity to acquire a landmark French Basque restaurant with over 130 years of history and consistent profitability. This turnkey business features multiple banquet halls, 4 private...
$3,898,000
Cash Flow: $389,524
$150,000
Torrance, CA
San Joaquin County, CA
Photography & Framing Business in a High-traffic Location With the Ability to be Absentee Run Established San Joaquin County photography and custom framing business (15+ yrs) in a high-growth region....
$385,000
Stanislaus County, CA
Located in the vibrant industrial Stanislaus County, is a premier wholesale and retail kitchen and bath business with a sterling reputation for quality and innovation. This turnkey operation features...
$225,000
Available Nationwide
Looking for a business-to-business, recurring-revenue franchise with a strong brand name? MilliCare is a premium, international franchise specializing in maintaining and restoring commercial flooring and textiles. This B2B, recurring-revenue franchise is the premier, full-service commercial flooring and textile service provider with a 95% customer retention rate - proudly serving Class A commercial office buildings, retail centers, financial institutions, apartment complexes, hospitals, law offices, hotels, airports and more.
$50,000
See More FranchisesLos Angeles, CA
This is a rare opportunity to own a fully equipped and operational fitness facility located in one of the most desirable, high-traffic areas of Downtown Los Angeles. Business Overview Hardcore Fitness...
$549,000
Cash Flow: $116,268
Chula Vista, CA
Mission Foods Route For Sale-Chula Vista CA $94,000 #Ownaroute #Buyaroute #Distributor #Distributorship #IndependentDistributor #MissionRoute #MissionFoodsRoute #Mission #Flatbread #TortillaChips...
$94,000
Cash Flow: $82,681
Spring Valley, CA
Mission Foods Route For Sale-San Diego CA $92,000 #Ownaroute #Buyaroute #Distributor #Distributorship #IndependentDistributor #MissionRoute #MissionFoodsRoute #Mission #Flatbread #TortillaChips #Wraps...
$92,000
Cash Flow: $81,522
Riverside, CA
Branch Global LLC is an established trucking company with a base of loyal clients providing a consistent cash flow for the company. Business is well organized and known in the industry for their...
$495,000
Anaheim, CA
Rare opportunity to acquire a high-performing, four-unit Subway franchise group in Orange County. With decades of brand equity, consistent cash flow, and semi-absentee operations in place, this bundle...
$899,000
Cash Flow: $350,000
Thomas Chang
BisBroker
Serving Santa Clara County, CA
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Douglas City, CA
This Country Market sits in the center of Douglas City and is right off of State Highway 299, which is a main travel route from Redding & Interstate 5 to Eureka & State Hwy 101. This Market has an...
$1,250,000
Arroyo Grande, CA
Build your own Burgers and Fries restaurant. Only place that offers 10 types of french-fries and an assortment of toppings to put on both the hamburgers and french-fries. been open 2 1/2 years and it...
$210,000
$575,000
Novato, CA
Palo Alto, CA
An elegantly decorated and modern shop specializing in handcrafted milk teas/coffee and freshly made mochi donuts. The store offers a wide range of flavorful bubble tea to fruity green tea...
$195,000
Cash Flow: $15,000
Lake County, CA
This company is a highly profitable and well-established vehicle wrap and graphics business in Lake County, offering a rare opportunity for a new owner to step into a thriving operation. With a strong...
$380,000
Cash Flow: $141,640
Available in California
QSR Multi-Unit Franchise Opportunity
$500,000
See More FranchisesSanta Clara County, CA
This is a well-established, luxury floral design company specializing in high-end weddings, corporate events, and seasonal décor across Silicon Valley’s South Bay, Carmel, and Monterey County. Known...
$800,000
Cash Flow: $332,973
San Jose, CA
Founded in 1987, M-pulse Microwave has been and continues to be a technological leader and innovator in the RF and microwave semiconductor industry. Located in two custom designed manufacturing...
$2,500,000
Hesperia, CA
This full-service florist offers a wide variety of fresh floral arrangements and gifts tailored for every occasion, including birthdays, anniversaries, celebrations of new life, and seasonal holidays...
$74,995
Cash Flow: $56,000
Gardena, CA
Operating for over 20 years, the company operates a specialized refrigerated drayage business based in Gardena, California, with operations centered around the Port of Long Beach (PoLB). This highly...
$6,980,000
Cash Flow: $1,850,000
Valencia, CA
This is an exciting opportunity to own a remote, award-winning wedding and event planning business that provides services nationwide! While the company is based in Los Angeles, it offers the...
$100,000
Cash Flow: $48,962
San Bernardino County, CA
REF#505 Great opportunity to purchase a fully equipped 4 operatory dental office in the heart of San Bernardino. Owner retiring. Located in a Shopping Center. • Existing – 3 Operatories Plus 1 Plumbed...
$175,000
Santa Clara County, CA
Ref#400 An all cash aesthetic wellness practice located in the affluent Santa Clara County. This turnkey operation, with 5 years of proven success and growing revenues, presents an excellent...
$250,000
Los Angeles, CA
Oldest restaurant in Los Angeles that was established in 1908. After a $1.6 million restoration in 2008, Cole's French Dip was once again revived. This classic restaurant and bar continues with a cool...
$500,000
Cash Flow: $1,756,560
Orange, CA
This renovated salon has been established for 25 years. In the last couple years changed ownership and more then doubled in revenue and clients. There is no shortage on parking spaces in this busy...
$125,000
Available in California
A sustainable franchise that addresses a growing need and changes people’s lives
$125,000
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
Number of Businesses for Sale |
~5,500 |
Median Asking Price |
$360,000 |
Median Reported Revenue |
$630,000 |
Median Reported Earnings |
$150,000 |
Profit Margin |
23% |
Earnings Multiple |
2.5 |
Revenue Multiple |
0.6 |
Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings. |
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.