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,...
Businesses For Sale in California
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Popular Microbrewery and Restaurant with Type 23 ABC License
$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...
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$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
Plastering 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...
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$149,000
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
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
FranchiseHomewatch Caregivers
Available in California
Ready to turn compassion into a lucrative business? Dive into the home care industry with a franchise that’s been thriving for 45 years with an average gross revenue of $2,552,023 Million*, cutting-edge technology that even your tech-savvy , and multiple revenue streams, we’re all about one thing: your business growth.
$80,000
See More FranchisesMidtown 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
F45 Training studio in Newport Beach CA!
$175,000
Newport Beach, CA
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
Beautiful 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...
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$500,000
D. Joe Atchison, CBB,CMMBI,MBA,CPA
Sunbelt Business Sales, Mergers & Aquisitions
Serving Riverside County, CA
Mr. Atchison has financial, sales/marketing and general management skills. Joe's last position in corporate America was as the President/CEO of a manufacturing company in Irvine, CA for 11 years. In that role he focused the company's efforts on new product development (five patents issued), manufacturing efficiencies (gross margins increased from 23% to 52%) quality (achieved ISO9001 and QS9000 certifications), and a strong emphasis on sales, marketing and customer service resulting in double digit sales growth. Prior to that he was the Chief Financial Officer of two publicly traded companies. During his corporate career, Mr. Atchison was successful in selling a number of divisions, subsidiaries and stand alone businesses. These successes motivated Joe to start his Sunbelt Business Brokers office. Mr. Atchison is also President of Atchison Advisory, Inc., which provides operational improvement consulting to under-performing companies in an effort to help them achieve their potential and thus be able to sell sooner and at a better price and more favorable terms. Mr. Atchison is a Certified Business Intermediary (International Business Brokers Association), a Certified Business Broker (California Business Brokers Association), a Certified Middle Market Business Intermediary and is a Certified Public Accountant - inactive (State of California). His education includes a bachelors of science in accounting and a Masters in Business Administration - Finance. Joe serves on the Forms Committee of the California Association of Business Brokers. Mr. Atchison is the Treasurer and a Board member of Project: Steps to Christ, Inc. – a non-profit company based in New York that distributes Christian books to homes in North America..
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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
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
Innovator in IoT Power and Cybersecurity Solutions
Los Angeles, CA
An innovative provider of IoT power continuity and cybersecurity solutions for mission-critical edge devices, the company has developed a patented PoE (power over ethernet) platform that ensures...
Cash Flow: $4,294
FranchiseFive Star Painting
Available Nationwide
Five Star Painting, a Neighborly company, is the nation's leading residential and commercial painting services franchise. With us, business ownership is a stroke of genius!
$50,000
See More FranchisesTech 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
Fantastic Bar and Restaurant Opportunity! Long Time Established!
$297,000
Pacifica, CA
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...
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$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....
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$185,000
Mayweather 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
(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
EXPRESS 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
FranchiseExit Factor
Available in California
Exit Factor is a business coaching franchise that focuses on coaching small to medium sized companies on how to build a valuable and sellable business.
$60,000
See More FranchisesEstablished 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
13 Year Established/Profitable Hot Pot Restaurant For Sale, Irvine, CA
$800,000
Irvine, CA
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
FranchiseFully Promoted
Available Nationwide
We are operators looking to expand with the right franchisees in the right markets. Our stores open and ramp up quickly, and the cash-on-cash returns in our company are unparalleled. We provide maximum support for every franchisee, from site selection to accounting, marketing, training, customer service support, business to business development and more! Our software and supply-chain logistics are second to none in our industry.
$60,000
See More FranchisesHip 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,...
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$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
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
Highly 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
Jim Pate
Restaurant Realty Company
Serving Contra Costa County, CA
Restaurant Realty Company was founded by Steven D. Zimmerman in the San Francisco Bay Area in 1996. Since inception the company has developed into the largest California restaurant brokerage specializing in sales, acquisitions and leasing of restaurants, bars, nightclubs and related commercial buildings with local representation in the San Francisco Bay Area, Sacramento, Los Angeles, Orange County and San Diego markets. Restaurant Realty’s brokers and agents are well versed in conducting deals with independent restaurant owners, landlords, buyers, and lessees of businesses and real estate, as well as larger ownership groups and buyers of multi-unit operations, franchises and chains. Restaurant Realty’s current brokers and agents have had great success completing transactions with over 3,200 clients, selling/leasing over 1,600 restaurant, bar and/or nightclub businesses, nearly 75 related commercial buildings sold, representing over 3 Million square feet of commercial space leased and over 7,500 valuations completed.
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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...
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$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
Own A Legendary Metaphysical Store And Healing Center
$300,000
San Diego, CA
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
FranchiseVitality Bowls
Available in California
Roy and Tara Gilad founded Vitality Bowls in 2011 to bring healthy, allergy-safe food to communities. Today, it’s a nationally recognized, award-winning franchise.
$75,000
See More FranchisesProfitable 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
Simple and Efficient Automotive Business in Detroit, MI
Detroit, CA
Disruptive and efficient, this quick-service auto business is built for growth in urban and suburban markets alike. With minimal staffing needs and compact real estate requirements, it delivers...
$5,000,000
Home Health Care Agency-Over 36 Months-Profitable-Real Turnkey
Van Nuys, CA
Home Health Care Agency-Well Established-Operating Over Three (3) Years-Profitable-Just Passed Tri-Annual Accreditation By ACHC-100 % CHOW Right Away-Have Several Contracts With Assisting Living...
$298,000
Cash Flow: $100,000
Lounge and Restaurant w/ a type 1 hood in the Polk Street Corridor
San Francisco, CA
An exceptional opportunity to acquire a well-established bar and lounge w/ a full kitchen located in a prime, high-traffic area. This stylish and modern newly renovated venue features a beautifully...
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$225,000
Cash Flow: $550,000
Turnkey Boba, Food & Hand-Rolled Ice Cream with Type 1 Hood!
San Pablo, CA
Step into ownership with this fully-equipped, turnkey rolling house located in a high-traffic San Pablo commercial plaza, anchored by major brands like McDonald’s and Starbucks. This established and...
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$150,000
Insurance Agency for sale!
Milpitas, CA
Outstanding opportunity gem of a $1,851,000 in in-force premium(as of 4/28/2025) Farmers Insurance Agency in growth-rich state of California! With a high retention rate this agency won't b-available...
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$165,000
Cash Flow: $110,000
Franchise1-800 WATER DAMAGE
Available Nationwide
Restoring What Matters Most™ - Full-Service Property Restoration
$100,000
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.
