Westlake Village, CA
Seize this unique chance to own a well-established Row House boutique fitness studio located in a prime, high-traffic shopping plaza in Westlake Village, California. This studio comes fully...
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Franchise Boutique Fitness Studio
$30,000
Established Edible Arrangements Franchise – High-Traffic
Orange County, CA
Established Edible Arrangements Franchise – Prime Orange County Location This profitable turnkey franchise represents a rare opportunity to acquire an established territory of one of America's most...
$175,000
Cash Flow: $55,000
Poke Restaurant for Sale
Roseville, CA
Established poke concept operating in a modern 1,160 square foot space within a popular retail area featuring consistent foot traffic. This turnkey opportunity includes all necessary equipment and...
$95,000
Poke Restaurant for Sale
Galt, CA
Established poke concept operating in a modern 1,160 square foot space within a popular retail area featuring consistent foot traffic. This turnkey opportunity includes all necessary equipment and...
$80,000
12 Private Salon Suite for Sale with option to purchase the property
Folsom, CA
Established salon business with 12 private suites available for acquisition in prime Folsom, CA location. Operating continuously for 30 years since 1996, this well-established business features two...
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$170,000
Cash Flow: $51,098
High-End Luxury Medical Spa Inside San Diego County Hospital
San Diego County, CA
A highly profitable, fully equipped medical spa located within a San Diego hospital, offering premium aesthetic and wellness services with strong, consistent cash flow. Positioned in a high-traffic...
$1,399,000
Cash Flow: $1,159,000
Profitable Indian Food Truck Business for Sales in Santa Clara County
Santa Clara, CA
Highlights: This is a profitable, fully turnkey mobile food business that has been successfully operating for 1.5 years. Although it currently runs under a franchise model, the buyer is not required...
$239,000
Boutique Personal Fitness Center
Palm Springs, CA
This upscale, appointment-only personal fitness and Pilates studio offers a serene and private environment for clients seeking personalized training tailored to their unique health and wellness goals....
$390,000
Cash Flow: $125,000
Gift'ed
Rancho Mirage, CA
This charming gift shop for sale is located in the heart of beautiful Rancho Mirage, CA, within a bustling high-end shopping center anchored by Gelson's Market. The store enjoys excellent visibility...
$45,000
West LA Taco Shop – $600K Rev – Absentee Run – Whole Foods Opening
Los Angeles, CA
Operating Taco Shop – West Los Angeles - Location: Busy shopping center near Trader Joe’s, Starbucks, and Pizza Hut - Lease Terms: 4+ years remaining | $6,500/month | $15K deposit - Turnkey Operation:...
$49,888
FranchiseBio-One
Available Nationwide
Bio-One Inc. is the category-leader and first in biohazard and decontamination cleanup services growing quickly to 100+ franchise owners operating 130+ locations in 45 states. Helping people and communities in their greatest times of need, Bio-one answers the call with discretion, care, and compassion.
$150,000
Popular/cash Cow /Short Hours/ Location Location Location
Los Angeles, CA
This is a local favorite high volume fast food spot. 70-80% of income is CASH. Only open 9am to 4 pm, and unlimited growth potential. Please provide proof of funds with inquiry for faster...
$349,000
Cash Flow: $174,000
Master Franchise - Top Well-known Franchise Brand - San Diego, CA + HI
San Diego County, CA
This is an incredible opportunity to step into a well-established (over 20 years) Regional/Master franchise in the recession and Amazon-proof Hair Salon Industry with one of the most well-known Top...
$2,500,000
Cash Flow: $416,795
Established Water Sports Retailer with Strong Online Store
$197,000
Santa Cruz, CA
Premier Pediatric Practice Acquisition 2x Multiple! (38056)
Tulare County, CA
OPPORTUNITY: Exceptional chance to acquire a top-rated, highly profitable Pediatric Healthcare Practice in Central North California (Est. 2006). The Company offers 19 years of continuous, predictable...
$525,000
Cash Flow: $257,683
Construction Management & Consulting Firm
California
Well-established construction management firm in Southern California is available for acquisition. This company brings a strong, experienced team and a solid track record handling projects for...
$2,000,000
Cash Flow: $892,840
Scott Reid
Parasell Inc
Serving Orange County, CA
ParaSell, Inc. is a national real estate services and consulting firm that specializes in commercial leasing and investment sales. We work with principals across the nation and have a proven process, proprietary time-saving technology, dedicated support staff and a relentless commitment to customer service.
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Togo’s – Strong Endcap Location in Safeway Anchored Center
Sacramento County, CA
Excellent opportunity to acquire a strong-performing Togo’s franchise located in a high-visibility endcap location at a busy intersection within a well-trafficked, Safeway-anchored shopping center....
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$250,000
EBITDA: $123,000
Chill Bar in Palm Springs
Palm Springs, CA
A lively and vibrant Chill Bar located in Palm Springs, perfect for those who love to dance and have fun. This popular hotspot features reasonably priced drinks, ensuring great value for patrons. The...
$2,200,000
Cash Flow: $607,869
Non-Standard Insurance Agency w/Multiple Revenue Lines
South Gate, CA
Founded by a minority entrepreneur, the agency was established in the 1990s with a mission to provide accessible insurance solutions and empower underserved clients. The agency addressed a significant...
$450,000
Cash Flow: $60,000
Established Italian Restaurant in Murphys Ca - Main Street Frontage
Murphys, CA
Opportunity awaits in the heart of historic downtown Murphys with the sale of Tuscanos, a well-loved and established Italian restaurant. Ideally situated in a prime, high-foot-traffic location along...
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$90,000
Established Specialty Auto Body Shop for Sale – L.A. County area, CA
Los Angeles County, CA
Turnkey, Profitable, High-Demand Niche – Prime Valley Location An outstanding opportunity to acquire a well-established (over 37 years) specialty auto body shop in Los Angeles County, California,...
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$350,000
Cash Flow: $136,000
FranchiseBloomin' Blinds
Available in California
This franchise averaged 58% YOY growth DURING the pandemic with quick breakevens + 30% returns! Home-based, quick open & only one employee to start.
$125,000
Pizza Franchise! Owner Nets 100k! Only $50K Down! Low Rent!
Contra Costa County, CA
CASHFLOW from day one! This is a very well-established Papa Murphy's. Seller financing is available for a qualified buyer....The owner will finance with only $50k down! LOW BASE RENT OF ONLY $2,083!!...
$169,999
Cash Flow: $100,000
Crepes & Coffee by Loza | Full Liquor License | Profitable Turnkey
Turlock, CA
This established and profitable bistro offers a sophisticated full-service dining experience with handcrafted entrées, artisan cocktails, and a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere. Holding a Full Liquor...
$440,000
SBA Approved & Absentee Run American Full-Service Restaurant Franchise
$690,000
California
Well-Established Auto Dealer With 40-Car Indoor Showroom, 3 Offices
Corona, CA
Well-Established Auto Dealership with Premium Indoor Showroom This profitable automotive dealership presents an exceptional opportunity to acquire a fully operational business generating $1.39 million...
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$150,000
International Music Licensing Company
San Francisco, CA
Seven Seas Music is an established international music licensing and synchronization brokerage serving the growing demand for authentic, regionally-specific music in film, television, advertising, and...
$975,000
Cash Flow: $145,489
Fully Built and Developed Enterprise Business Management Platform
Orange County, CA
AEGERIA is a fully built, operational, and previously had over $1m/year in revenues, AEGERIA. In preparation for sale, the revenues were intentionally unwound to untangle the product and consulting...
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$750,000
Cash Flow: $306,916
Historic Guinda Corner Store: Only Grocery Provider in Capay Valley
Yolo County, CA
CONFIDENTIALITY NOTICE: Do NOT discuss the sale with any staff or customers. All financial details will be made available only after a fully executed Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) and a detailed...
$199,000
Franchised Printing Business
San Diego, CA
San Diego's go-to franchised printer offering a full range of services with fast turnaround, creative designs, full color printing and graphic design plus copying. The business uses the latest...
$195,000
Cash Flow: $120,000
Online Egg & Chick Sales
Shasta County, CA
This online egg and chick sales business presents a rare opportunity for a motivated buyer to enter the fast-growing backyard farming and homesteading industry. Originally founded as a passion...
$35,000
Turnkey Coin-Operated Laundromat – Brand New Construction & Equ
Stanislaus County, CA
Discover a rare chance to step into a fully modern, newly built laundromat located in a high-demand rental community. This coin-operated facility has been open fewer than 90 days, offering the unique...
$875,000
FranchiseBlueFrog Plumbing & Drain
Available in California
Invest in Bluefrog Plumbing + Drain: Your Gateway to Profitable and Resilient Business Ownership.
$100,000
Innovative Group Strength and Conditioning studio
Oakland, CA
INNOVATIVE GROUP STRENGTH AND CONDITIONING STUDIO - OAKLAND, CA Premium franchise fitness studio specializing in true progressive resistance/strength training and conditioning with proven track record...
6
$250,000
Cash Flow: $120,000
Recession Resistant Silicon Valley Mail Center Franchise - SC2248
California
Recession Resistant Silicon Valley Mail Center Franchise - SC2248 Financial Information Asking Price: $174,900 Cash Flow: $20,000 Gross Revenue: $200,000 Down Payment: $174,900 Adjusted EBITDA: On...
$174,900
Cash Flow: $20,000
Greenhaven’s pet store – exceptional with high customer traffic
$229,000
Sacramento, CA
Recession Resistant Licensed Mail Center In Retail Store - SC2247
California
Recession Resistant Licensed Mail Center In Retail Store - SC2247 Financial Information Asking Price: $99,000 Cash Flow: $35,000 Gross Revenue: $135,000 Down Payment: $99,000 Adjusted EBITDA: On...
$99,000
Cash Flow: $35,000
Profitable SD Commercial Janitorial Service Franchise
San Diego, CA
This robust commercial janitorial services company, located in San Diego, generates revenue through recurring janitorial contracts for commercial properties, providing services such as daily...
$350,000
Cash Flow: $136,000
FranchiseConserva Irrigation
Available in California
The Grass is Greener on Our Side
$50,000
PROFITABLE Coffee , Boba , Dessert shop, Hillcrest , San Diego, CA
San Diego, CA
Seize the opportunity to own a profitable dessert and beverage shop in the heart of Hillcrest, San Diego—one of the most vibrant and affluent neighborhoods in the city. Known for its high foot...
$97,000
Cash Flow: $94,709
Mission Foods Route For Sale-San Diego CA - (Sale Pending)
Spring Valley, CA
Mission Foods Route For Sale-San Diego CA (Spring Valley)- $102,000 #Ownaroute #Buyaroute #Distributor #Distributorship #IndependentDistributor #MissionRoute #MissionFoodsRoute #Mission #Flatbread...
$102,000
Cash Flow: $81,522
Mission Foods Route For Sale-Chula Vista CA-$104,000 (Sale Pending)
Chula Vista, CA
Mission Foods Route For Sale-Chula Vista CA $104,000 #Ownaroute #Buyaroute #Distributor #Distributorship #IndependentDistributor #MissionRoute #MissionFoodsRoute #Mission #Flatbread #TortillaChips...
$104,000
Cash Flow: $82,681
Premium Beauty Retail Location
Hawthorne, CA
Glow + Flow Beauty presents an exceptional opportunity to acquire a premium beauty retail establishment in the heart of Hawthorne, California. This vibrant beauty hub operates from a strategically...
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$300,000
Handcrafted Boba Tea & Community Café w/ $250K+ FF&E
Santa Clarita, CA
This specialty café was created with a simple yet powerful mission: to serve high- quality, handcrafted tea-based drinks to a vibrant, family-oriented community. Known locally as a go-to destination...
$200,000
Cash Flow: $82,544
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California Mergers and Acquisitions
Serving Orange County, CA
Transworld Business Advisors is a world leader in the marketing and sale of businesses, franchises, and commercial real estate. Transworld offers professional services that brings buyers and sellers together whether you represent an acquisition minded corporation or are personally interested in owning your own company. We serve all business owners in Southern CA with offices in San Berbardino County, Orange County, and San Diego County.
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Trusted, Certified Skylight Installation & Repair Business
Santa Barbara County, CA
Established in 2018, this trusted skylight installation and repair business offers a rare opportunity to acquire a profitable operation with an excellent reputation and loyal customer base. The...
$150,000
Cash Flow: $83,403
High-End Residential Pool Construction Business
Ventura County, CA
Buyer Requirement: Buyer must hold a valid C-53 Swimming Pool Contractor license in the state of California or be eligible to obtain one. This well-established pool construction company has been...
$685,000
Cash Flow: $362,047
Subscription Based Supplements Store | Turnkey
$117,000
Elk Grove, CA
Turnkey Highly Profitable Roofing Company Established in 1984.
Paso Robles, CA
Established roofing company serving San Luis Obispo County since 1984, offering exceptional turnkey acquisition opportunity with proven profitability and outstanding market reputation. This operation...
3
$1,185,983
Cash Flow: $464,048
Established Optometry Practice for Sale
Susanville, CA
Established Optometry Practice for Sale in Beautiful Lassen County This thriving full-scope optometry practice represents an exceptional opportunity in Susanville, California. Established in 2020, the...
2
$950,000
FranchiseHand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa
Available in California
Delivering accessible and personalized skincare and massage services, Hand & Stone has over 550 locations in the US with 1300+ available trade areas to grow in. After 20 years of consecutive growth, we have an average unit volume of $1.4 million!
$150,000
Profitable Established Upscale Japanese Fusion Restaurant
San Diego, CA
This premium Japanese fusion restaurant delivers an exceptional dining experience highlighted by high-quality sushi and innovative culinary creations. Situated in a vibrant and highly desirable dining...
$329,000
Cash Flow: $190,911
Mission's Tortilla Route, Moreno Valley, CA
Moreno Valley, CA
Mission’s Tortilla Route for sale in the Moreno Valley, California region for $75,000! Currently generating $504,220 in yearly sales and nets $56,735. Distributorship and territory are purchased...
$75,000
Cash Flow: $56,735
Coin-Op - Self Serv Car Wash
Frazier Park, CA
• COIN-OP Self-Serv Car Wash Business + Property $298,000 • Mountain Home Lifestyle | Rural Living | Nature & Outdoor Recreation Lovers — A Great Opportunity Awaits! • For Sale: Coin-Op Self-Serve Car...
$298,000
Cornerstone Bakery and Kitchen
Truckee, CA
Are you ready to step into a successful business that combines the sweet joy of baking with a bustling lunch service? Look no further! We are excited to announce the sale of our beloved bakery, known...
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$400,000
17 Years of Unique Wine Tasting Tours!
Paso Robles, CA
The Wine Line offers California's most unique wine tasting tour experience, serving the Paso Robles region for 17 years with an innovative Semi-Private "hop on, hop off" model (now modified per...
4
$50,000
Turnkey Oakland Taqueria on Foothill Blvd - Busy , Fully Equipped
Oakland, CA
Established taqueria featuring a full commercial kitchen, Type 1 hood, grill, prep line, refrigerators, freezers, POS system, dining area, and back storage. Equipment, fixtures, and branding included....
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$70,000
tailor shop and dry cleaninghigh traffic close to SCPLAZA
Santa Ana, CA
tailor shop and dry cleaning...
$500,000
Cash Flow: $425,000
XM Custom Printing
Desert Hot Springs, CA
For sale is a thriving custom print business that specializes in a wide range of personalized printing services. This well-established company caters to diverse customer needs by offering custom...
$77,000
Cash Flow: $46,000
Jamba Juice Franchise - Anaheim CA
Anaheim, CA
One (1) franchise location in Anaheim, CA. 2024 Gross Sales $654,226. Adj. EBITDA $93,189. Lease transferable. G&A not included. Inventory not included. Cash on hand not included. Transfer fee(s) not...
$350,000
FranchiseClub Z! Tutoring Services
Available Nationwide
“Educating the World, One Student at a Time”
$30,000
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.
