REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Sacramento County, CA
Over $500,000 Net Income Gas Station, C-store & Carwash W/ Real Property This fantastic location is located at a very busy intersection in the heart of Sacramento County. The owner claims he does over...
Businesses For Sale in California
Local Info
Gas Station, C-store, Carwash & Real Property
$4,700,000
The UPS Store Franchise in Napa County CA
Napa County, CA
SBA Pre-Qualified! A unique opportunity to acquire a thriving The UPS Store franchise in Napa County California - without all of the initial startup costs and concerns. The 2024 revenues exceeded...
$699,000
Cash Flow: $222,102
A Beautiful Turnkey Deka Lash for Sale in Anaheim, CA
Anaheim, CA
Deka Lash is The Expert in Eyelash Extensions – A Leader Poised for Sustained Growth – Deka Lash is 1 of the 2 largest players in do-it-for-me lash extensions, a category forecast to grow by over...
$275,000
Area’s Premier Luxury Flooring Company with Multi-Level Showroom
San Joaquin County, CA
This is an opportunity to acquire a well-established flooring company with an impeccable reputation for delivering top-quality products and services. Renowned for excellence and reliability, this...
$750,000
Cash Flow: $150,000
Established Plastering Company For Sale
Los Angeles County, CA
The Company is a highly-regarded plaster company working with quality general contractors and homeowners. They specialize in exterior plastering for high-end, single family, residential (SFR) new...
$1,300,000
Cash Flow: $259,508
Exotic Rugs showroom over 30 years
Laguna Niguel, CA
E2 or E5 Visa - Over $1,000,000(take less) in appreciating inventory at wholesale cost is not included verified by certified exotic rug appraisal , take less . Owner is moving back home. Beautiful...
$499,900
Cash Flow: $300,000
Ice Cream Shop
Granada Hills, CA
La Michocana Retro Ice Cream shop. All freezers, equipment, receipies, refrigeration, ice maker, crepe machine and coffee maker included. POP SYSTEM available showing $194,000 in annual sales +/-....
$250,000
Cash Flow: $100,000
Established Auto Repair Shop – High Cash Flow, Low Overhead.
Placer County, CA
Step into a thriving, fully operational auto repair business with a loyal customer base, streamlined systems, and a reputation for excellence. This opportunity is perfect for an owner-operator or an...
$899,900
Cash Flow: $237,810
Plumbing,HVAC and Electrical Business
Chester, CA
This business has a track record since 1980 serving the residential and commercial market with a full service Plumbing,HVAC and Electrical Installation, Service and Repair. The business assets are...
$450,000
Cash Flow: $200,000
Beauty Franchise in Affluent Area, Semi Absentee, Turnkey
Orange County, CA
Highly rated beauty franchise business located in one of the best locations for this service. Offers full Lash and Brow Services. This franchise is one of the top businesses for lash services. This...
$129,000
FranchiseSport Clips
Available in California
Sport Clips is a manager-style business model that’s designed for scalability to multiple units! With more than 30 years’ experience and culture at our core, join the leading men’s hair care brand today!
$200,000
Two-For-One Turnkey Stretch Franchises
Ventura, CA
Take advantage of these TWO existing stretch franchises and benefit from this fantastic opportunity to step into thriving wellness businesses with a strong foundation. This franchise specializes in...
$560,000
Cash Flow: $175,000
Esteemed Timeshare Exit Firm – $496K SDE & Exclusive Partners
San Diego, CA
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a high-margin, virtually operated timeshare exit company that delivers powerful results for its clients and strong profits for its owner. With a specialized,...
$2,907,000
Cash Flow: $496,071
Absentee, SBA-Ready Business with Real Estate,
$1,150,000
Contra Costa County, CA
Successful Primary Care Practice and MedSpa
Los Angeles County, CA
Successful Primary Care Practice (PCP) and well-equipped MedSpa with 6 Providers and more than 15,000 patients, including 850 Medicare patients. Located in North Los Angeles County Antelope Valley...
$3,000,000
SMOKE SHOP, HIGH VOL, MONTHLY NET $15K AVG.
Los Angeles County, CA
This well-established smoke shop offers a fantastic opportunity for entrepreneurs looking to own a profitable retail business in a bustling, high-traffic area. The store boasts a spacious 1,000 sq....
$299,000
Cash Flow: $180,000
Scott Weavil
Sierra Pacific Partners
Serving Sacramento County, CA
Sierra Pacific Partners is a boutique M&A advisory firm and business brokerage focused on serving businesses throughout California and across the country. We advise dynamic companies and their owners at key inflection points.
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Supplement Nutrition Retail Store
Riverside, CA
This established and well-known nutritional supplement and fitness store has been serving the Riverside and Moreno Valley community for over 7 years. Located in the same high-traffic shopping center...
$168,000
Chiropractic Office 40+ Years – Auburn, CA
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Placer County, CA
Step into a well-established chiropractic practice with a 40+ year legacy in the desirable community of Auburn, California. The current owner is retiring AND MOTIVATED, creating an opportunity for a...
$530,000
Well-Established Pizza Parlor with Proven Profits-Uptown Gem
Oakland, CA
Have you ever dreamed of owning a successful pizza business in one of Oakland’s most vibrant neighborhoods? This is your chance to take the reins of a well-established and profitable pizzeria that has...
$99,900
Cash Flow: $65,000
Orange County Medical Spa For Sale
Anaheim, CA
Established in 2001 by visionary founders, this esteemed Medical Spa practice in Southern California's historic Colony District of Anaheim presents an exceptional opportunity for an established...
$2,750,000
Cash Flow: $576,603
Profitable bb.q Chicken Franchise in Southern CA
California
This is a rare opportunity to own a highly successful and turnkey bb.q Chicken franchise, a globally recognized leader in Korean fried chicken. With over 200 locations in the United States, the brand...
$1,200,000
Cash Flow: $432,000
FranchiseShrunk 3D
Available Nationwide
Bring Memories to Life with the First Mobile 3D Scanning Booth Franchise In The U.S.
$70,000
Established Retail Antique & Home Decor Shop - SC2230
California
Established Retail Antique & Home Decor Shop - SC2230 Financial Information Asking Price: $125,000 Cash Flow: On request Gross Revenue: $150,000 Down Payment: $125,000 Adjusted EBITDA: On request This...
$125,000
Franchise Japanese Ramen Restaurant
Los Angeles County, CA
Don't miss this rare opportunity to acquire a high-profile, well-established ramen franchise restaurant located in a bustling, high-visibility shopping center surrounded by major national retailers....
$980,000
Cash Flow: $300,000
Three Fatburger restaurant package for Sale
$1,495,000
Los Angeles County, CA
Brennan's Pub in Marina del Rey - First Time on the Open Market!
Marina Del Rey, CA
This iconic Marina del Rey bar and restaurant, which has been the home to Los Angeles's famous turtle races since 1975, has been a neighborhood favorite with locals and visitors alike since 1972. The...
$275,000
Established FDA - cGMP Supplement Contract Manufacturer
San Diego County, CA
Based in Vista, California (San Diego County), this profitable, stable, and turnkey contract manufacturer and e-commerce retailer has been helping clients develop their healthcare supplement visions...
$668,000
Cash Flow: $182,616
Packaging Supplies & Equipment Sales
Los Angeles County, CA
This business is a wholesale supplier of packaging materials, serving manufacturers and distributors. Its product line includes shrink film, tamper-evident bands, shrink sleeves, pallet stretch wrap,...
$1,750,000
Cash Flow: $425,000
Profitable Premier Custom Glasswork Company For Sale
Los Angeles, CA
This premier Glasswork Company presents a compelling acquisition opportunity with significant growth potential. With $2.5 million in ongoing projects for 2025 and 44 active projects currently...
$1,200,000
Cash Flow: $363,417
Kumon Learning Center - Profitable, Branded and Turnkey
Los Angeles County, CA
*Seller Financing available for qualified buyers* Rare opportunity to acquire a profitable Kumon Math & Reading Center in the heart of Lomita. Established in 2021 by a retired engineer and educator,...
$55,000
Cash Flow: $45,000
Chicken Franchise, Full Kitchen, B&W, CONVERT OK.
Los Angeles County, CA
This is a fantastic opportunity to acquire a newly opened, turnkey quick-service restaurant located in a high-traffic area with minimal nearby competition. The business is currently help-run and would...
$179,000
Cash Flow: $54,000
Profitable Dog Daycare & Boarding Business in Riverside County
Riverside County, CA
Are you an animal lover looking for a rewarding and profitable business? This well-established dog daycare and boarding facility in Riverside County is a turnkey opportunity for an owner looking for...
$275,000
Cash Flow: $51,576
FranchiseHomewell Care Services
Available in California
An Opportunity Like None Other: Where Personal Fulfillment Meets Financial Success
$50,000
Turnkey Premium Cookie Franchise
Huntington Beach, CA
A premium cookie franchise specializing in freshly baked, gourmet cookies delivered warm to customers. The brand is built on a passion for creating delicious, high-quality cookies using the finest...
$229,000
Cash Flow: $91,585
Highly Profitable Stone Fabrication and Installation Business
San Mateo County, CA
Transworld Business Advisors of Fremont DRE# 02194963 presents: This highly desirable business fabricates and installs all kinds of stones (including natural stone, quartz, porcelain and dekton) for...
$1,398,000
Cash Flow: $487,924
Multi-Revenue Stream Business Brokerage - Lucrative Opportunity
$95,000
Marin County, CA
Was Cell Phone Repair Store
Huntington Beach, CA
792 Sqft in busy shopping center at intersection of two major boulevards in Huntington Beach with plenty of parking. Rent is $1782 and NNN is $ 555 so total is $ 2337 . Besides cell phone repair also...
$4,677
Smog Check Test Only Star Certiified So Orange Cty
Orange County, CA
This well-established Smog Test-Only business has been serving the South Orange County community for 17 years, earning a loyal customer base and consistent repeat business. Currently averaging...
$200,000
Cash Flow: $120,000
FranchiseMobiledumps
Available Nationwide
Low Stress, Home Based. MobileDumps is the dumpster rental alternative suited to fit the needs of both residential and commercial customers. Now at 31 locations nationwide.
$60,000
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...
Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $730,000
San Diego’s #1 Video Game Truck (Bus) and Mobile Party Business
San Diego County, CA
This is a turnkey, high-demand entertainment business that brings the fun directly to backyards, schools, parks, and community events. It is San Diego’s most trusted mobile party company with services...
$170,000
Cash Flow: $1,272
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
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
National Pool Route Sales Lic RE Broker CA#01899885 FL#BK33740409
National Pool Route Sales, LLC
Serving Orange County, CA
National Pool Route Sales is the largest and one of the most successful swimming pool service company brokers in the United States. Our 40 years of experience gives us the ability to help beyond the purchase. Our clients enjoy success because of our free consulting and aftermarket care. Almost every client who purchases through our company receives: free consulting through Charles Baird Consulting, access to a world-class industry education website and numerous other business and marketing aids. Our aftermarket care is invaluable and cannot be duplicated. Others may promise, we deliver.
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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...
$220,000
Cash Flow: $79,355
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
Established Business Brokerage Territory – Prime Market
$95,000
Alameda County, CA
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...
$150,000
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,...
$299,000
FranchiseThe Tox
Available in California
The Tox offers lymphatic and digestive body sculpting, revolutionizing wellness by replacing the typical feel-good massage.
$200,000
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
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
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
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...
Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $24,791
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
High volume 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
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...
$99,888
Cash Flow: $125,000
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
Type 48 Full Liquor Bar with Property Yolo County
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Yolo County, CA
Here’s an opportunity to own a great Neighborhood Bar with Property and a Type 48 Full Liquor License! This place has an appealing neighborhood bar feel with a comfortable interior and plenty of...
$750,000
Cash Flow: $115,000
FranchiseAMH Enterprises
Available Nationwide
Own a business Reselling Items to the Federal, State, Local Governments and Military!
$50,000
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.
