Sacramento County, CA
$2.5 million used copier wholesale distributor. This distributor, primarily sells Konica-Minolta and Ricoh, is very profitable with EBIT and EBITDA returns ranging from 11% to 15% in each of last four...
Businesses For Sale in California
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$2.5m Revenue Used Copier Wholesale Distributor - For Sale in CA
2
$1,850,000
EBITDA: $375,000
Mission Foods Route For Sale San Diego CA $99,000 (Sale Pending)
San Diego, CA
Mission Foods Route For Sale San Diego CA $99,000 #Ownaroute #Buyaroute #Distributor #Distributorship #IndependentDistributor #MissionRoute #MissionFoodsRoute #Mission #Flatbread #TortillaChips #Wraps...
$99,000
Cash Flow: $102,052
Reduced Listing Price! Fit and Flex Fitness Studio by Angi
Palm Desert, CA
Imagine yourself owning a thriving personal fitness studio in the heart of Palm Desert, where every day brings the satisfaction of transforming lives through wellness. Fit and Flex by Angi isn't just...
$75,000
Cash Flow: $36,000
High-Demand Mobile Service Business Franchise – Turnkey Opportunity
Anaheim, CA
This long-established mobile service business provides custom screen installation and repair throughout an exclusive coastal territory. Operating for over 20 years, it serves a high-density...
$100,000
Cash Flow: $10,360
Established Medicare-Accredited Durable Medical Equipment Business
California
Established Medicare-Accredited Durable Medical Equipment Business – Southern California This well-established Durable Medical Equipment (DME) company has been successfully operating for over six...
4
$420,000
Restaurant Lease Takeover Opportunity
Rolling Hills Estates, CA
After more than 7 successful years operating Creme de la crepe -Rolling Hills , I'm ready to retire and to pass this thriving business to its next owner. This charming French bistro & crêperie is...
6
$350,000
Cash Flow: $80,000
Profitable Plumbing Business Established
Los Angeles, CA
This is a rare chance to acquire a fully equipped, turnkey plumbing company that includes eight fully serviced work vans, a complete set of professional tools and equipment, stocked inventory, strong...
$2,500,000
Cash Flow: $2,300,000
High producing dry cleaners for sale!
Highland, CA
High performing dry cleaners for sale in a popular shopping center with high visibility. This location averages over 230 pieces a day! Here is what is included in the sale : 2 laundry pressing...
6
$380,000
Cash Flow: $284,400
Turn-Key Insurance Agency in Pleasanton, California
Pleasanton, CA
Your time is now!!! Get involved with running a Farmers Insurance Agency. You can enter into an industry that is recession-proof and has unlimited financial growth with residual income. Owning a...
$250,000
Popular Fire Wings – Turnkey Restaurant in San Bernardino
San Bernardino County, CA
Popular Fire Wings restaurant for sale in San Bernardino, offering an exceptional turnkey opportunity in the thriving American/Asian Fusion restaurant sector. This established operation has built a...
5
$590,000
FranchiseZiggi's Coffee
Available Nationwide
Brew community and profit with Ziggi’s Coffee—flexible formats, strong support, and high AUV in one of America’s fastest-growing franchises.
$150,000
Establish Beauty and Hair Salon in Diamond Bar
Diamond Bar, CA
Established Beauty Salon - Diamond Bar Shopping Center Opportunity This thriving hair salon offers an exceptional acquisition opportunity in Diamond Bar's prime shopping center location. Operating...
6
$102,800
Turnkey LEGO® Robotics & Financial Literacy Education Business
Palo Alto, CA
MS Real Estate Inc. is pleased to present a well-established, highly profitable seasonal education business specializing in LEGO® Robotics and NFEC-endorsed Financial Literacy programs for children...
$279,000
Two-Location Day Spa Business | Established Brand | Strong Cash Flow
$3,000,000
Santa Rosa, CA
West LA Flower Shop, 35 Years Old(Opened in 1991) has big account
Los Angeles, CA
This charming flower shop has been providing gorgeous bouquets for communities and families for over 35 years. It has been run by the same owner who is now ready to retire. Our website, facebook page,...
$110,000
Turnkey Brand New Medical Spa
West Carson, CA
TURNKEY MEDICAL SPA STARTUP ACQUISITION This fully equipped, move-in ready space is positioned in a highly visible shopping plaza with excellent signage and lots of parking. HIGHLIGHTS: • Complete...
3
$100,000
Michael Wildeveld - CBB, CBI, CM&AP, M&AMI, CEPA
Veld Mergers & Acquisitions
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
We strive to help our clients realize their unique definition of success. To achieve this, our team provides a comprehensive service offering aimed at supporting lower middle market business owners at nearly all stages of their company’s lifecycle. Our team has supported over 2,000 clients since 2002 and completed more than 1,150 transactions. This experience, coupled with our history as founders, owners and operators ourselves provides our team with an unparalleled practical knowledge base and real world perspective that is aligned with our clients. When we provide mergers & acquisitions advisory services, explore capital sourcing and deployment options, evaluate valuation drivers or structure a realistic exit plan, we do so knowing that our clients rely on us to help manage what may be their largest asset and the culmination of years of extraordinary efforts. If our client has an interim leadership need, we approach the assignment as if it were our business, reputation, investment and our future retirement at stake – because ultimately it is. The value we provide and the quality of our efforts will make or break a successful engagement. In doing so we are not only able to capitalize on each of our management experiences, but we are also able to draw from best practices learned from working with thousands of clients across all industry sectors. As a result our perspective is broad and our resource base is vast. Our full service approach supports the notion that your business is more than just a transaction to you and us, it’s our business too. Your success translates into our success, just as we shoulder the burden of any failure. As a result we consider ourselves to not only be our client’s solutions advisor, but also their partner.
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Established Fast Growing Medical Spa For Sale
Temecula, CA
******Please be aware that this is a medical facility and would require the new owner to hold a medical license or have a medical director on staff that must own at-least 51% of the business*****...
6
$480,000
EBITDA: $510,000
Women's Boutique For Sale l 20+ Years in Business
Newport Beach, CA
This is an opportunity to take over a successful Women’s Boutique in the iconic city of Newport Beach, California. The brand has been in business for 20+ years. The owner has truly created an upscale,...
2
$450,000
Cash Flow: $250,000
Mountain County Market with Thriving Business
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...
6
$1,250,000
Premier Downtown Gaslamp Retail Dispensary Location
San Diego, CA
Premier Downtown Gaslamp Retail Dispensary Location Near San Diego Airport! Submit your Offer (San Diego, California) #1940 An exceptional opportunity to secure a prime retail dispensary location in...
$420,420
Thriving Vietnamese Pho Restaurant with Strong Cash Flow in Rocklin
Rocklin, CA
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a thriving, well-established Vietnamese Pho restaurant with strong and consistent cash flow located in California. The business has built a loyal customer base...
$300,000
FranchiseBlack Optix Tint
Available in California
Black Optix Tint is a premium window tint and auto styling franchise built for owners who want a polished, modern operation backed by United Franchise Group. We focus on auto tint, paint protection film (PPF), ceramic coatings, accessories, and residential/commercial tint, delivering clean installs, an upscale showroom experience, and five-star customer care.
$60,000
Plumbing Company Well-Established and Reputable
Placer County, CA
This is an excellent opportunity to acquire a well-established and reputable plumbing company serving Sacramento and Placer Counties with a loyal customer base, strong recurring revenue, and a skilled...
$650,000
Cash Flow: $202,500
Restaurant For Sale, Oakland
Oakland, CA
This 2,000+ sq. ft. (plus patio & trash area) bar and restaurant must be seen to be fully appreciated. It features a complete bar, banquette seating, a Type-47 unrestricted liquor license, an enclosed...
3
$195,000
Automotive Shop - 37+ Years of General Mechanic, Brake & Alignment
$650,000
San Joaquin County, CA
LA Based ATM Business - Great Cash Flow & Management in Place
Los Angeles, CA
Listing Details: - Location: Los Angeles, CA - Number of Units: 90 - Terminal Brand: GenMega & Hyosung - Age of Machines: 2-6 years - Established: 2019 - Annual Net Cashflow: ~$271,000 For sale: A...
$1,315,000
Cash Flow: $271,000
Established Legal Document Assistant Office - 30+ Years - Northern CA
Sacramento County, CA
Established Legal Document Assistant office serving Northern California for over 30 years. Specializing in Living Trusts, property transfers, and related legal services with strong repeat customer...
$165,000
Cash Flow: $78,323
Coin Laundromat in Compton
Compton, CA
This coin laundry located in Compton, CA sits in a densely populated area surrounded by apartment buildings. The business has been run by the same owners for over a decade, but they are ready to...
$165,000
Legendary florist business for sale in Contra Costa County
Lafayette, CA
*The only flower shop within Lamorinda ( Three cities of Lafayette, Moraga, Orinda) * Potential absentee owner * Strong, repeat customers * Turnkey operation...
2
$250,000
25 years in business as a General and electrical contractor
Berkeley, CA
I have a stable of clients. I mostly do small jobs. Often, I am offered larger jobs that are more lucrative....
$185,000
Cash Flow: $120,000
The Consignment Shop
Palm Desert, CA
For the past 15 years, this consignment business has established itself as a trusted leader in the designer community and among discerning clientele. Recognized for their exceptional word-of-mouth...
$1,100,000
Cash Flow: $384,438
Mexican Restaurant
Palm Springs, CA
Exciting opportunity to own a thriving Mexican restaurant with a loyal clientele. The restaurant is situated in a prime, high-traffic location that attracts both local residents and tourists seeking...
$550,000
Cash Flow: $178,000
FranchiseMaidPro
Available Nationwide
Average Gross Sales of $461,941!* Award-winning MaidPro is America’s most loved home cleaning franchise. Trusted for over 30 years by families and businesses alike.
$45,000
Easy to Operate Restaurant in Busy Downtown Asian District
Los Angeles County, CA
Exciting opportunity to own a proven, easy-to-run restaurant concept in a high-traffic downtown Asian district. This business is part of a fast- growing Chinese franchise with over 130 thriving...
$100,000
Cash Flow: $67,854
Established Tutoring Business - Multi Location Opportunity
Milpitas, CA
This is a premier opportunity to acquire a high-performing cluster of three established tutoring centers in affluent Bay Area communities. These locations have been strategically developed to dominate...
6
$500,000
High Profit Making HVAC Business in Southern California
$725,000
Camarillo, CA
Fully Turnkey Cannabis Retail Dispensary For Sale (Ukiah, California)
Ukiah, CA
Fully Turnkey Cannabis Retail Dispensary For Sale (Ukiah, California) #1933 Fully turnkey dispensary retail for sale in Ukiah, CA. Home to major tourist attractions and universities (the largest city...
$150,000
Fully Operational Cannabis Dispensary Business For Sale!
Corona, CA
Growing Fully Operational Cannabis Dispensary Business For Sale W/ Option To Purchase Real Estate (Corona, California) #1925 Take advantage of this rare opportunity to own a fully operational cannabis...
$1,499,000
FranchiseLee's Famous Recipe Chicken
Available Nationwide
Join Lee’s Famous Recipe Chicken: A Legendary Brand with $1.8M AUV, Strong Unit Economics, and Amazing Chicken. Since 1966, We've Delivered Great Food and Franchise Success with Unmatched Support. Now Exclusively Partnering with Multi-Unit Developers for Growth Opportunities!
$750,000
Inland Empire Pool Service Route for Sale
San Bernardino County, CA
$400,000 financing available to qualified parties through a combination of SBA & seller financing. Business Goodwill included via Company Name, phone number, website, email & existing social review...
$575,250
Cash Flow: $217,000
Established San Francisco Flooring Business — 40+ Years
San Francisco, CA
Metro Floors is a long-established residential flooring business serving San Francisco and the surrounding Bay Area for over four decades. Known for quality workmanship, reliable service, and...
6
$294,000
Cash Flow: $111,424
Highly Profitable Photo Booth Biz w/ Guaranteed Revenue Stream!
Grover Beach, CA
The local photo booth market is currently saturated with "weekend hobbyists" and part-time operators who compete primarily on price. These smaller entities often lack the reliability, high-end...
3
$110,000
Cash Flow: $94,605
21 FedEx Ground Routes, Roseville CA
Placer County, CA
Profitable and well-established FedEx P&D (pickup and delivery) routes operating out of the Roseville, California station. The routes are strategically arranged for efficient load sharing and fully...
$2,950,000
Cash Flow: $821,553
LA County Azusa
Los Angeles County, CA
Established Nekter Juice Bar franchise in high-traffic Azusa location generating $443,000 annual revenue. This turnkey operation has been serving the Los Angeles County community since 2021, building...
$69,000
Randy Katz
Synesis Advisors
Serving San Francisco County, CA
From our initial discussion about a potential sale until after you have handed over your operation, Synesis Advisors is there. This includes helping you understand what your business is worth and potential deal structures, assembling offering memorandums, implementing go-to-market strategies, pre-screening potential buyers, negotiating deal terms, project managing the many parties associated with a transaction, and planning an orderly business transition. We are multi-disciplinary experts so that you don’t have to be.
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Franchise Fast-Casual Mexican Restaurant For Sale
Santa Clarita, CA
Close-knit, family owned/operated fast-casual Mexican restaurant, going on its 14th year in operation in the Valencia Town Center. Strong and trustworthy managerial and support staff. Great...
5
$600,000
EBITDA: $175,000
Multi-Unit, Automotive Business in San Diego, CA
San Diego, CA
This business has been operating successfully for many years and has a proven track record of profitability, with unit level economics that are unparalleled in the industry. With access to extensive...
$10,500,000
EBITDA: $3,500,000
Celebrity-Founded Red Light Therapy Brand, Profitable & Turnkey
$369,000
Los Angeles, CA
Woodland, Pool Service Route for Sale
Yolo County, CA
Perfect route to rapidly build a large company with service technicians in place cleaning all accounts. Some of the highest provider rates in the area on these accounts. Customers are also billed a...
$186,000
Cash Flow: $205,000
High RIO Automotive Franchise in San Jose, CA
San Jose, CA
Data driven automotive service business with a simple, disruptive operating model gaining market share in a highly fragmented industry. Clean, compact, and recognizable storefront with small footprint...
$8,680,000
EBITDA: $2,800,000
FranchiseDoodyCalls
Available in California
With over 25 years of experience and 100+ locations across the United States, DoodyCalls offers the perfect opportunity for entrepreneurs looking to start a rewarding business in the pet industry!
$50,000
SBA Approved Print & Graphic Design Company
California
SBA Approved! Print & Graphic Design Company - Semi-Absentee Owned and the Only One in Their County! - SC2251 Financial Information Asking Price: $499,000 Cash Flow: $150,000 Gross Revenue: $500,000...
$499,000
Cash Flow: $150,000
Long Established Profitable Papa Murphy's For Sale! Turnkey Staff!
Sacramento, CA
This is a Well Established Papa Murphy's Pizza for sale. Owner is semi-absentee and only spends 10-14 hours a week there. Originally established in 1998! For 27 years it has been open in a sought...
$119,999
Cash Flow: $65,630
Mainline Security - Established Locksmith & Security Business
San Francisco, CA
Mainline Security - Established Locksmith & Security Business Established in 1971, this profitable and reputable locksmith and security business has built a strong presence in San Francisco's...
6
$350,000
Cash Flow: $371,000
Concierge Nursing Acquisition Opportunity
Los Angeles County, CA
This Concierge Nursing Business is positioned in the lucrative and expanding market of private and concierge medicine. It has carved out a niche that aligns seamlessly with the needs of ultra-wealthy...
$7,000,000
Voted one of top 3 Beer & Wine in 2025
Bakersfield, CA
ESTABLISHED BEER & WINE STORE - KERN COUNTY'S TOP 3 MARKET This award-winning Beer & Wine store represents an exceptional opportunity to acquire a profitable neighborhood market in Bakersfield's...
$95,000
Cash Flow: $70,000
Established 40-Year Fish & Chips Restaurant – Turnkey & Profitable
Los Angeles, CA
Operating continuously from the same Los Angeles location for over four decades, this well-established quick-service Fish & Chips restaurant has become a beloved local favorite. Known for its...
$599,000
Cash Flow: $292,000
Well-Known Greek Restaurant Franchise – Strong Sales – Monterey, CA
Monterey, CA
Business Overview: Well-established Nick the Greek Mediterranean fast-casual franchise available in Monterey, California. Opened in 2022, this location benefits from excellent foot traffic, strong...
$549,000
Refrigerated Trucking Carrier YoY Growth Scaling in 2026
California
Regional Refrigerated Logistics Platform | $2.87M Revenue | $729K EBITDAR This is a highly profitable, well-established refrigerated trucking platform operating under its own interstate authority and...
$2,900,000
EBITDA: $729,764
Insurance Lead Generation & Marketing Company for Sale
Los Angeles, CA
The Company is a performance-based marketing and lead-generation partner serving regulated insurance verticals, with a primary focus on Medicare and Final Expense. The business specializes in driving...
Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $3,000,000
FranchiseCharleys Philly Steaks & Wings
Available in California
With an AUV of $958,680* for strip center locations, and a Highly differentiated product, Charley’s is stronger than ever before! Over 50% of our franchises have developed multi-units! 780 locations and we’re not slowing down anytime soon!
$200,000
Buy 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.
