Los Angeles, CA
The Company is considered a leader in global logistics and project management services. They have an international reach and have served clients in over 110 countries with over a thousand completed...
Businesses For Sale in California
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Innovative Global Logistics & Project Management Company
Cash Flow: $2,916,240
Fast Food Restaurant - Short Hours - 100% Employee Run
Thousand Oaks, CA
Fast Food Restaurant, well-established, short hours, 100% absentee owned and employee operated, very desirable and upscale Thousand Oaks area. Please note, that this restaurant is located on a major...
$200,000
Cash Flow: $96,788
Dry Cleaners with plant and alterations in Sherman Oaks
Los Angeles, CA
This is your opportunity to own a very well established Dry Cleaners with Plant and alteration business in a prime area of Sherman Oaks on a very high visibility shopping center. After 50 years in...
6
$449,000
Cash Flow: $155,000
Profitable Sign Making Shop – Loyal Client Base
Orange County, CA
Established in 2003, this owner-operated custom sign company has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality signage, vinyl lettering, and banners to a loyal and diverse customer base. Known...
$180,000
Cash Flow: $84,000
Turnkey Auto Repair Shop in Prime Rancho Cucamonga Location
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
Rare opportunity to own a well-established auto repair shop with strong ROI and pride of ownership. In operation for over two decades, this reputable shop is one of the three oldest in Rancho...
6
$639,000
Biky Bikes: Premium Kids’ Bikes with Global Awards
Huntington Beach, CA
At Biky Bikes, we’re building something big: the first smart kids’ bike with GPS, lighting, sound features, and a parent app — all wrapped in a beautifully designed, award-winning product. The market...
$500,000
Popular Microbrewery and Restaurant with Type 23 ABC License
Alameda County, CA
Transworld Business Advisors of Fremont DRE# 02194963 presents: This full-service brewery and restaurant was established in 1999 and is loved by its loyal customer base for its high-quality food,...
$179,000
Beautiful turn key Ice cream & shaved ice business
Ventura County, CA
Business Highlights: • High Traffic Location – Situated in a busy street with strong neighboring anchors and consistent customer flow. • Proven Concept – Offers a trendy, in-demand menu with wide...
$250,000
Cash Flow: $123,000
La Brasserie
La Quinta, CA
La Brasserie Bistro & Bar is an authentic French bistro that juxtaposes sophistication, charm, and casualness with a high-energy environment. Customers keep returning for their authentic style and...
2
$650,000
Cash Flow: $162,000
Express Car Wash + Full Service And Auto Detail
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Manteca, CA
NEWLEY BUILT FLEX CAR WASH OPENED IN LATE 2024 UNIQUE COMBINATION OFFER’S EXPRESS CAR WASH + FULL-SERVICE CAR WASH AND AUTO DETAIL SERVICES LOCATED ON MAJOR OFF RAMP “YISEMITE AVE” ON CA-HWY 99,...
$5,650,000
FranchiseLawn Doctor
Available in California
Entrepreneur Magazine Franchise 500 #1 In Category!
$60,000
See More FranchisesPlastering Company for Sale
San Diego County, CA
Established in 1974 and Offering a Wide Range of Services to Suit Projects of All Sizes Including: Scaffolding Water and Sand Blasting Decorative Foam Detailing Repair Work and Patching Interior...
$2,150,000
Cash Flow: $546,442
Indian Restaurant, Free Standing Building, Can Convert Berkeley, CA
Berkeley, CA
A well-established Indian and Pakistani restaurant is available for sale on a busy street in Berkeley, California, located among commercial and residential properties. This prime location is within...
3
$149,000
Santa Monica Restaurant w/ Beer and Wine
$299,000
Santa Monica, CA
trusted electrical service since 1986
Los Angeles County, CA
electrical contracting , performing new construction /residential and commercial/ custom homes/ hotel renovation mayor hotel chains/ all kind of services / q-merit certified for EV charging...
$275,000
Turn-Key Opportunity Seeking Immediate Cash Flow
San Pablo, CA
This is a rare chance to acquire a high-performing agency with a strong foundation and built-in potential for expansion. This is a great agency to come into the business and cover expenses so you can...
3
$369,000
Cash Flow: $234,000
Eric Johnson
First Choice Business Brokers-SF Bay
Serving Santa Clara County, CA
As a Franchisee/Broker at First Choice Business Brokers, I help Main Street to Lower-Middle-Market businesses with proven business models and cash flow find strategic exits. I have been active in starting, scaling, and exiting businesses for over 3 decades having successfully facilitated deals across various sectors, including technology, transportation, manufacturing, retail, and franchise sales. First Choice Business Brokers is a Nationwide organization active since 1995 in over 100 markets. We have completed over $12.5 billion in business sales and are ranked as one of the best and fastest growing companies in our segment. Our reach is unprecedented and our agents are the best trained in the business.
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Asian Market in Riverside
Arlington, CA
3,000. Sq ft , Asian Market in Riverside ,Downtown. Profitable and Excellent Location....
$150,000
Cash Flow: $98,400
Profitable Turnkey Dry Cleaner in Sherman Oaks | $100K Net | Low Rent
Los Angeles, CA
MORE® is pleased to present an established, full-service dry cleaning business for sale in the heart of Sherman Oaks. Operating at the same location for over 25 years, Rainbow Cleaners offers a...
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$165,000
Midtown Arts District Bar - ABC Type 48
Sacramento, CA
We are pleased to offer this popular Full Liquor Bar with a top notch location in the vibrant Midtown dining and arts district. This bar is a turn-key opportunity offered with the current...
$275,000
Upscale Nail Salon - Great Location - Absentee Owner Opportunity
Riverside, CA
Dream of getting into the "spa" business? Here's your chance to step into a fully-equipped, stylish nail spa with a loyal clientele in a prime location!- Modern interior and relaxing ambiance-...
$289,888
Cash Flow: $94,000
Established Auto Repair Business, Smog, DMV Services
Murrieta, CA
Established Auto Repair Business with Smog & DMV Services – Southern California An exceptional opportunity to acquire a well-established automotive service business in a high-traffic area of Southern...
$264,888
FranchiseChildren's Orchard®
Available Nationwide
It is resale reimagined. Children’s Orchard sells gently used name-brand kid’s clothing, shoes, and accessories for up to 70% off retail prices. If you have been feeling the need for a professional change that offers flexibility, growth potential, and personal fulfillment, Children’s Orchard franchise ownership might be the path you have been searching for. The resale industry is booming, and franchising has real advantages, but the best part is the process is already nailed down for you.
$100,000
See More FranchisesBeautiful Restaurant
Oceanside, CA
Masters Kitchen & Cocktail presents an exceptional opportunity to acquire a well-established American restaurant in the heart of Oceanside, CA. Operating successfully since 2014, this beautiful...
3
$500,000
Profitable Bar & Grill with Full Liquor
Folsom, CA
Here’s an opportunity to own a profitable and established neighborhood Bar & Grill in a desirable Folsom location. This appealing Bar & Grill, with its comfortable modern interior, offers patrons a...
$629,000
Cash Flow: $180,000
Elegant MedSpa in Alamo
$120,000
Alamo, CA
2 Urgent Care and Pediatric Clinics for Sale in CA
California
Highly Profitable Multi Unit Urgent Care Centers in CA. This is a rare opportunity to acquire two well-established and successful medical practices in two of California’s most desirable and...
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Round Table Pizza
San Diego County, CA
Since its founding in 1959, Round Table Pizza has been recognized as "Pizza Royalty™” for its homemade dough, signature three-cheese blend and gold-standard ingredients topped to the edge. Customers...
$830,000
Cash Flow: $197,459
Front of University Riverside. Great income & Price !
Riverside, CA
Food court of UCR . Traffic guaranteed. Owner directly work, Great income . By owners health condition, Asking low price for sale. Main Menu is Shabu Japanese style developed as a quick service Fast...
$140,000
Cash Flow: $120,000
Tech Leading-Edge Fast Growing WISP Internet Service Co
Sacramento, CA
With the ever-increasing demand for internet speed and connectivity, there is a race taking place among the major ISP’s within the more densely populated metropolitan areas in unrolling ultra...
Cash Flow: $4,000,000
Clean & Green Self Serve Car Washes for Sale (Portfolio)
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Lompoc, CA
Whether you are highly experienced with the carwash businesses or newer to the carwash industry, this 2 unit portfolio is an excellent opportunity for you. The 178 Burton Mesa Blvd and 1112 E Ocean...
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$1,400,000
Well Established Salon For Sale
Long Beach, CA
Turnkey Salon Opportunity in the Heart of Belmont Shore! • Prime Location: Located in the vibrant Belmont Shore community with excellent foot and car traffic. This spot has been home to just two...
6
$125,000
Profitable Established Antique Shop for Sale
Arroyo Grande, CA
This is an opportunity to own and operate a successful well established Antique shop....
4
$185,000
Franchise101 Mobility
Available in California
Transform Lives with 101 Mobility; Make Helping Others Your Business!
$100,000
See More FranchisesMayweather Boxing + Fitness Gym! Price Reduction! Ready to sell!
Clovis, CA
Great location for a 2,100 SQFT boxing gym. Fully staffed, class schedules with certified instructors, weekly fitness classes. This is the premier boxing-centric High Intensity Interval Training...
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$110,000
Cash Flow: $60,000
HVAC Business with Rapid Growth
Santa Clara County, CA
This company takes pride in their rapid response time and professional services, approximately in business for 3 years. Has 5 technicians, owner is retiring for the second time, however willing to...
$195,000
Full-Service Car Wash - Prime location on 1+ Acres w Details
$2,950,000
San Bernardino County, CA
(2) Branded Gas Stations with High Volume Beer & Wine Markets
Yuba County, CA
Exclusively Listed and Presented By: The Gas Broker™ Ownership has two (2) branded gas stations within a 2 miles radius it intends to sell together or separately. Both locations have potential to be...
$2,200,000
Residential/Commercial Pool Construction and Repair Maintenance
Riverside County, CA
Thriving Southern California Pool Construction Business – 28 Years of Excellence This established pool construction company has been designing and building custom swimming pools across Southern...
$670,000
Cash Flow: $366,280
FranchiseDryer Vent Squad
Available Nationwide
Dryer Vent Squad is a low-investment home service franchise with an entry-level below $50K. They clean and service dryer vents in homes and apartment buildings. Dryer Vents are the leading cause of home fires and this franchise helps homeowners keep their homes safe.
$50,000
See More FranchisesEXPRESS CAR WASH + 1.22 Acres Property + Solar Panels Approved
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Westminster, CA
EXPRESS CAR WASH, 1.22 ACRES, PRIME LOCATION, NEAR MAJOR INTERSECTION • 2020 Car Wash converted to an Express Car Wash. Major remodeling, New Sonnys Branded equipment installed with 20 vacuums • New...
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$9,790,000
Established Commercial Sign manufacturer
Garden Grove, CA
Full-service sign company located in North Orange County. Established in 1996, .Specialize in meeting the needs of homebuilders. Since then they have expanded and assist industrial and commercial...
$300,000
Cash Flow: $147,000
Used car Dealership Turn Key
Hawaiian Gardens, CA
Here is your chance to own a well established used car dealership in the heart of Hawaiian Gardens close to the 605 Freeway and across the street from the HAWAIIAN GARDENS CASINO. Located on a Vey...
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$129,950
Liquor Store with High Margin for Sale in Livermore, California
Livermore, CA
Liquor Store for Sale in Livermore, California. Current Store Sales are over $70,000 with high Gross Margin Plus Lotto and Lottery. Store Size is 2500 with additional Storage of 600 sq. feet. Monthly...
$649,000
Cash Flow: $305,000
High-Traffic Sushi & Poke Restaurant with SBA Pre-Qual in Place
Salinas, CA
Step into a thriving sushi and poke destination that is already setup for success. This well-established, turn-key restaurant offers dine-in and takeout service with a menu featuring fresh sushi,...
$299,000
Lamar Rutherford
Excellens Solutions
Serving San Diego County, CA
There are overlooked differences between "transactional" and "consultative" business brokers — and not knowing those differences can cost you thousands of dollars. You want a proven advisor . . .? ? A Consultative Broker with a proven system to maximize the value you'll get when you sell Consultative Broker with preferred access to qualified buyers Track record of success with other businesses in your industry — and able to sell for higher than expected. (We have participated in 100+ successful sales at maximum multipliers.) Proven framework combined with one-on-one consulting on how to tell the right story Deep accounting/CPA experience Deep analysis and understanding of your needs, current market conditions and enhanced ability to help you — even if you aren't prepared or positioned to sell immediately.
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Hip Late Night Pizzeria in Downtown Chico **Priced to Sell** Firm
Chico, CA
Are you ready to take the reins of a hot, in-demand pizzeria that already boasts a loyal customer base and a rock-solid reputation? This is your chance to own a turnkey business with high visibility,...
6
$90,000
Cash Flow: $36,000
Profitable Home Improvement Co. — Energy Upgrades & More
Placer County, CA
Established Home Improvement Business with Strong Brand & Client Base This home improvement company specializes in delivering comprehensive residential performance solutions designed to enhance energy...
$999,000
Cash Flow: $292,482
Established Tesla Rental & Rent-to-Own Business
$259,000
Glendale, CA
Low Overhead Lead Generation Platform Making Up To 30,000 Calls Per Da
California
Low Overhead Lead Generation Platform Making Up To 30,000 Calls Per Day! - SC2220 Financial Information Asking Price: $249,500 Cash Flow: N/A Gross Revenue: N/A Down Payment: $249,500 This Northern...
$249,500
Popular, Absentee Restaurant in Prime Location – San Diego
San Diego, CA
Popular Beer & Wine Bar and Restaurant in Prime Location – San Diego Rent: $7,662/month + $1,490 (Common Area) + $1,600 (Property Tax) + $136 (Insurance) Lease Terms: 4 years remaining, with an option...
$230,000
Cash Flow: $79,974
FranchiseOxi Fresh Carpet Cleaning
Available in California
Join this high-demand, Low cost of ownership, minimal overhead franchise with excellent profit potential. Enjoy large Protected Territories with discounts for expanding into additional Territories.
$40,900
See More FranchisesHighly Profitable Award-Winning Commercial Millworks Business
Orange County, CA
Profitable 45+ Year Custom Commercial Cabinetry and Millworks Business for Sale Are you looking to expand your business or start a new venture in the construction industry? Look no further! This...
$1,150,000
Cash Flow: $371,304
Turn Key Restaurant in Downtown Burlingame w/ Outdoor Patio
Burlingame, CA
Step into a rare restaurant opportunity adjacent to Burlingame ave, that’s been part of the community for 20 years. This is a turnkey business operating as a Japanese restaurant ,but perfect for a...
6
$179,000
Established Specialty Construction Company — Profitable & Turnkey
Los Angeles County, CA
They specialize in high-quality grading, drilling, and excavating services, with a strong focus on complete foundation systems, basements, and retaining walls. Their expertise lies in tackling...
$1,495,000
Cash Flow: $327,381
Successful Property Management Company 700K cashflow
Santa Clara County, CA
FOR SALE: High-Profit Property Management Company | $2.2M Located in One of California’s Fastest-Growing Cities | $700K Annual Cash Flow $2.4M+ Operating Income with upside potential This is a rare,...
$2,200,000
Cash Flow: $700,000
Profitable Fence, Deck, Patio Contractor
Orange, CA
This outdoor living business, founded in 2019, provides a range of services including fencing, decks, gates, patio covers, and cladding. The business operates out of a 2,000 sqft warehouse in Orange...
$200,000
Cash Flow: $103,000
Profitable Turnkey MedSpa – Priced to Sell
Fountain Valley, CA
An exceptional opportunity to acquire a profitable, debt-free medical spa and wellness clinic in central Orange County. The business is fully equipped with over $170K in premium, paid-off devices and...
$350,000
Cash Flow: $190,000
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...
$3,000,000
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...
$3,750,000
Established CrossFit Gym in Prime Oakland Location – Going for a Steal
Emeryville, CA
Own a Piece of Oakland Fitness History – 20-Year Established CrossFit Gym for Sale After two incredible decades of building a strong, loyal community, we’re offering a rare opportunity to take over a...
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$90,000
Cash Flow: $130,000
FranchiseAMH Enterprises
Available Nationwide
Own a business Reselling Items to the Federal, State, Local Governments and Military!
$50,000
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.
