REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Moreno Valley, CA
• Full-Service Car Wash – Major Street • NEWLY REMODELED INSIDE - OUT - READY TO OPEN • NEW Conveyor, NEW Vacuum, NEW 45Hp Blow Dryer • NEW Paint, Updated signs, Chem-Board • Turnkey Operation – Ready...
Businesses For Sale in California
Local Info
Full-Service Car Wash + Property
$3,700,000
Operational Prime Cannabis Retail Dispensary Business For Sale
Port Hueneme, CA
Fully Operational Prime Cannabis Retail Dispensary Business For Sale (Port Hueneme, California) #1721 This fully operational cannabis dispensary offers 1,900 sq ft of prime space for just...
3
$325,000
Fire Sale! Cannabis Dispensary Retail Business For Sale
Costa Mesa, CA
$1M Build out, FULLY TURN KEY READY TODAY! Includes 100K in inventory! Fire Sale! Cannabis Dispensary Retail Business For Sale (Costa Mesa, California) #1715 Take advantage of a rare opportunity to...
$950,000
Car Wash + Property High Performing Sales over $1.8 million
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Santa Rosa, CA
• HIGH PERFORMING FULL-SERVICE CAR WASH • Sales revenues are over $1.8 million in 2024 • Prime location for an Express Car Wash Conversion • Semi-Absentee owned and operated. • Major Street with daily...
$7,500,000
Profitable Junk Removal Franchise in High-Demand Territory
Los Angeles, CA
Rare opportunity to acquire a highly profitable, SBA-approved junk removal franchise. Established in 2016, this resale business boasts a proven track record of success and operates under absentee...
$388,000
30+ Years Environmental Inspection and Consultation Business
California
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a highly respected environmental inspection and consulting business that has been serving Southern California for over 30 years. The company specializes in...
$385,000
Cash Flow: $101,584
Mission's Tortilla Route, Moreno Valley, CA
Moreno Valley, CA
Mission’s Tortilla Route for sale in the Moreno Valley, California region for $216,000! Currently generating $554,732 in yearly sales and nets an estimated $62,484. Distributorship and territory are...
$216,000
Cash Flow: $62,484
Profitable Tortilla Manufacturing Factory + Real Estate
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
San Benito County, CA
Are you looking to invest in a highly profitable, long-standing business in the food manufacturing industry? This well-established tortilla manufacturing factory, in operation for over 20 years in the...
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$4,180,000
Cannabis Cultivation, & Distribution Business Real Estate For Sale
California City, CA
Fully Operational Cannabis Cultivation, & Distribution Business Real Estate Included For Sale (California City, California) #1698 Seize the opportunity to step into a thriving cannabis industry with...
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$2,200,000
Established Jewelry Store for Sale in Prime Location
Orange County, CA
An exceptional opportunity to acquire a turn-key jewelry store located in a highly sought-after, affluent area of Orange County, CA. This well-established business has been serving the community for...
$1,500,000
Cash Flow: $449,066
FranchiseRitual Hot Yoga
Available Nationwide
Ritual Hot Yoga offers the most luxurious, body-sculpting, mind-bending yoga experience in the industry and combines it with an exceptional, all-inclusive studio experience.
$100,000
See More FranchisesTurnkey Junk Removal Business with High Profit Potential
Bakersfield, CA
Take ownership of an established junk removal business that’s part of a recognized franchise with a proven model for success. Serving a territory with a population of nearly 1 million, this business...
$245,000
Highly Improved MedSpa With Upgraded Equipment
Los Angeles County, CA
An amazing opportunity to own this well-established and profitable aesthetics center that provides a range of advanced skincare solutions. In business since 2017, the business has a database of over...
$449,000
Custom Autoshop with great online business
$1,250,000
Santa Clara County, CA
Profitable Workwear & Casual Apparel Store in Uptown Whittier
Whittier, CA
This well-established retail clothing store has been a trusted destination for high-quality workwear and casual apparel for over 25 years. Specializing in Dickies for men, women, and children, the...
$230,000
Cash Flow: $97,244
Established Trade Show Exhibit Business for Sale
Los Angeles County, CA
A well-established trade show exhibit company specializing in the design, manufacturing, and rental of modular display booths. Operating from a spacious approx. 10,000-square-foot facility with an...
$525,000
Cash Flow: $185,757
Mike Nova
Santa Rosa Business & Commercial
Serving Sonoma County, CA
Santa Rosa Business and Commercial has agents and brokers that have leased and sold businesses and commercial property in the North Bay for over 30 years. There is no other firm in the North Bay that has the equivalent depth of experience and local knowledge of the surrounding business community
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Established Printing Business – A Prime Opportunity
Los Angeles County, CA
This well-established provider of high-quality printing, design, and marketing solutions is trusted by businesses and individuals alike. Known for innovation, exceptional customer service, and...
$295,000
Cash Flow: $103,550
Natural Stone Premium Reputable Business
Santa Clara County, CA
Premium and highly reputable natural stone and quartz slab fabrication, sales, import and installation business in desirable Bay Area Location. Family owned and established for many decades, this...
$2,300,000
Cash Flow: $800,000
Profitable Italian Restaurant for Sale
Orange County, CA
Discover an incredible opportunity with this charming restaurant, established in 2015! Spanning approximately 1,100 sq. ft., it boasts a spacious patio perfect for al fresco dining. With a monthly...
$575,000
Cash Flow: $222,000
Turnkey Restaurant & Bar
La Quinta, CA
Turnkey Restaurant & Bar space that juxtaposes sophistication, charm, and casualness with a high-energy environment. Beautiful kitchen! Great central La Quinta location. The restaurant's seating...
$500,000
Cash Flow: $233,014
Thriving Wellness & Recovery Franchise – Southern California
Los Angeles County, CA
Seize the opportunity to own a wellness and recovery franchise in a prime Southern California location. This established business specializes in cutting-edge health and wellness services, including...
$700,000
FranchiseMosquito Authority
Available in California
This Recurring Revenue Business Opportunity Offers Multiple Lifestyle Options
$35,000
See More FranchisesWorld-Renowned Beauty School – Established Since 2006
Los Angeles County, CA
World-Renowned Beauty School – Established Since 2006 This is a rare opportunity to own a well-established cosmetology and beauty school franchise that has been in operation since 2006. With a strong...
$4,000,000
Cash Flow: $795,113
Great Business and Reputation HVAC Business over 23 Years!
San Jose, CA
Installation of HVAC equipment and service. Been in business for over 23 years and has a great reputation for great work and being trustworthy. Receives most of business from current clients and...
$450,000
"Profitable Massage Spa with High Traffic —Orange County"
$99,000
Orange, CA
Branded eCommerce FBA Business – Highly Profitable&Scalable(Under LOI)
Los Angeles, CA
This profitable store runs on minimal man hours. Current owner doesn't spend more than 20 hours per week maintaining the store. Huge opportunity to expand in different geographies and categories. No...
$1,700,000
Cash Flow: $500,000
706657 - Rooter & Plumbing Company
Alameda County, CA
We are offering for sale a highly reputable plumbing and drain specialist company offering a range of services to residential units and commercial buildings in the Bay Area. The owner is looking to...
Boba , Coffee shop in Balboa/ Convoy, San Diego, California
San Diego, CA
Looking to open a boba shop or quick-service café in one of San Diego’s busiest dining hubs? This fully equipped boba shop with a small kitchen is now available in the highly sought-after...
$189,000
Award-Winning & Profitable Auto Repair & Smog Shop – Riverside County
Riverside County, CA
This highly reputable and profitable auto repair and smog shop has been serving the community for over 40 years at the same prime location. Known for its exceptional service and commitment to customer...
$1,200,000
Cash Flow: $370,348
7 Eleven - Signalized Corner - Great Location
Hesperia, CA
• 7 Eleven is an American convenience store chain, founded in 1927. Southland Corporation changed the store name to 7-Eleven in 1946 reflecting expanded hours of operation (7 am to 11pm). Southland...
$315,000
Prime location on Abbot Kinney Blvd! Absentee-Owned Pizza Restaurant!
Venice, CA
"Please inquire about this listing through the contact form. Upon request, a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) will be promptly emailed to you." #1011 Area: Kinney/Venice Asking Price: $350,000 +...
$350,000
Cash Flow: $112,161
Landscape Architecture Firm For Sale
Sebastopol, CA
As an award-winning and highly recognized firm, the Company pioneered as one of the first licensed Landscape Architecture firms in Western Sonoma County establishing a strong presence and reputation...
$500,000
Cash Flow: $164,375
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 FranchisesA Telehealth-Enabled Weight Loss Company with Recurring Revenue
Orange County, CA
A Telehealth-Enabled Weight Loss Company with Recurring Revenue Very Profitable and Scalable Addressing Patients Nationwide The company is a weight loss clinic based in Southern California with...
$8,560,000
Cash Flow: $1,701,312
Profitable Gate & Door Business with Established Clientele
Ventura County, CA
Business builds, installs and maintains top quality commercial and residential gates and doors. Established 25 years ago with no need for advertising, all business comes from referrals. This would be...
$675,000
Automotive Parts Shop - With Annual Sales Reaching 1.6m in 3 years
$2,400,000
San Diego County, CA
B2B Marketing Print & Promo & Marketing Business
Los Angeles County, CA
This is a fantastic opportunity to acquire a well-established and profitable B2B service provider located in Los Angeles County. The business is widely recognized for its exceptional reputation and...
$175,000
4 FedEx Linehaul Runs - Southern California
California
Own a profitable portfolio of team runs with spare tractors! › Four Unassigned Team Runs › One Manager › High value team runs. › Value of fleet included in asking price. All vehicles come free and...
$1,350,000
Cash Flow: $353,606
FranchiseBlue Moon Estate Sales
Available in California
Blue Moon Estate Sales is a top-ranked franchise that strikes all the right chords with people looking to build on their success and make a difference in others' lives.
$60,000
See More FranchisesHighly Diversified Restaurant Supply Company - SC2215
California
Highly Diversified Restaurant Supply Company - SC2215 Financial Information Asking Price: $1,900,000 Cash Flow: $115,000 Gross Revenue: $700,000 Down Payment: $1,900,000 This Northern Californian...
$1,900,000
Cash Flow: $115,000
#1 AI Dashcam + Road Intelligence Software Platform
San Jose, CA
The Company is the #1 safety solution for the gig economy, serving rideshare, fleet operators, NEMTs, and driving schools with AI-powered cloud-connected dashcams. As a market leader in a $5B...
Cash Flow: $1,000
Del Taco - CA
Tulare County, CA
Lots of potential for Owner Operator. Unit can be debranded. Another DT unit is for sale nearby. Del Taco was named #1 Fast Food Restaurant in 2024 in the USA TODAY 10 Best Readers' Choice Awards! Del...
$50,000
Cash Flow: $8,388
eCommerce Toy Store & YouTube Channel w/ 95K+ Subscribers
Riverside, CA
Profitable Online Business with Established YouTube Presence Ready for you to Optimize! Take advantage and optimize this unique eCommerce & content-driven business that combines a thriving YouTube...
$44,888
Cash Flow: $19,000
Established Custom Frame Shop with Steady Growth Since 1998
Orange County, CA
Well-established custom framing and digital printing business in Orange County with over two decades of success. Known for exceptional service and a loyal customer base, it enjoys a strong presence in...
$595,000
Cash Flow: $150,046
Timothy Lopez
Tim Lopez Group
Serving San Diego County, CA
At Tim Lopez Group, we don't just broker deals — we build lasting partnerships grounded in results, reliability, and reach. With over 30 years of industry experience, we offer a full spectrum of commercial real estate services tailored to meet the dynamic needs of users, owners, and investors. Our footprint extends across San Diego County, with strategically located offices in Fallbrook, Oceanside, Vista, Carlsbad, Encinitas, Del Mar, and throughout the Greater San Diego Metropolitan area. This local expertise is seamlessly backed by a national and global network, allowing us to support clients at every scale — from local business expansions to international portfolio strategies. Whether you're looking to lease, acquire, sell, or invest, our dedicated professionals are here to guide you through every step of the process with insight, integrity, and innovation. Learn more about our services and properties at www.timlopezgroup.com
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Profitable Med Spa w/over 2 decades of Loyal Clientele
San Diego, CA
A Unique Opportunity for a Dedicated Medical Professional. A well respected and long-standing medical spa, with over two decades of successful operation, presents an exceptional opportunity for a...
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$650,000
Luxury Yoga, Fitness and Wellness Center in South Orange County
Orange County, CA
Great opportunity to own a luxury Yoga business! YOGA • FITNESS • WELLNESS • COMMUNITY This is a small women-owned business focused on overall wellness and educating the community, offering a variety...
$324,000
Cash Flow: $34,246
Price Drop - Popular Shabu Shabu Hot Pot Franchise
$99,000
Carlsbad, CA
Established Mediterranean & Lebanese Restaurant
Moreno Valley, CA
For sale is a highly regarded Mediterranean and Lebanese cuisine restaurant that has quickly become a local favorite. This well-established business offers a diverse menu featuring popular pita wraps,...
$218,818
Cash Flow: $82,129
Roll-Off Dumpster Service Rentals
Monterey County, CA
Perfect for sole proprietor/owner operator, and/or an add-on for an existing business complimentary to this one! Seasonal business, run your own schedule. This is a great opportunity to grow a...
$249,000
Cash Flow: $116,961
FranchiseAAMCO Transmissions
Available in California
With nearly 600 centers across North America, AAMCO is actively seeking single and multi-unit franchise owners. AAMCO is known for providing higher quality of service and seeking those who share that commitment. Take advantage of a world-wide brand built on decades of consumer trust and loyalty. The day you open your doors, the community already knows your reputation for reliable, expert automotive care. As the noted leader in transmission repair, you are positioned for success within the lucrative and complex vehicle services industry.
$90,000
See More FranchisesYoga Wellness Center
Santa Cruz County, CA
This is a well-known, well attended yoga wellness center that is the 'talk of the town', reaching beyond Santa Cruz County, with a broad range of weekly classes, and recognized for unique offerings...
$279,000
Cash Flow: $128,876
Explosive Growth and High EBITDA E-Commerce DTC Toy Company
California
This Company is a leading direct-to-consumer (DTC) toy company specializing in innovative, motorized toys and accessories. Founded in 2022 and headquartered in California, the company has grown to...
$6,000,000
Cash Flow: $1,315,455
Community-Loved Plumbing Business with Integrity and Reliability
Los Angeles County, CA
** This Business Qualifies for the Down Payment Assist Program** Custom plumbing business with attention to details and customer services. This business has built an excellent reputation in the...
$600,000
Cash Flow: $260,000
Very Motivated Seller, Franchise Pizza Business for Sale
Alameda County, CA
Very Motivated Seller! Rare Opportunity to Own a Top-Ranked Franchise Pizza Business in the Heart of Amador Valley (Tri-Valley Area, Alameda County) In addition to pizza, the business offers other...
$359,000
Palm desert Auto
Palm Desert, CA
Located in Palm Desert and Serving the Coachella Valley since 1982. They are a full-service auto repair shop providing high quality workmanship in all areas of their shop. Whether they are fixing an...
$250,000
Cannabis Dispensary Retail Business For Sale Near West Hollywood
Los Angeles, CA
Fully Operational Cannabis Dispensary Retail Business For Sale Near West Hollywood (Los Angeles, California) #1667 This newly opened, fully operational licensed dispensary in Los Angeles on the border...
$500,000
San Diego County ARCO / ampm
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
San Marcos, CA
Do Not Visit Site Until You Speak With Broker. Please No Speaking with Employees/Ownership & Do Not Loiter on Property. Exclusively Listed and Presented By: Retail Link | The Gas Broker™. The Gas...
$6,499,999
For Sale: Established Cannabis Trucking Company
Santa Cruz County, CA
Take advantage of this rare opportunity to acquire a profitable and well-established cannabis trucking company serving over 700 clients. This turnkey operation is scalable and comes with a stable and...
$695,000
Cash Flow: $245,000
Highly Profitable Commercial Janitorial Business For Sale
California
Here is a unique acquisition opportunity within the rapidly growing Building Service Contractor (BSC) industry that utilizes a Vendor Managed Platform. This highly profitable business generated...
Cash Flow: $1,700,000
FranchiseAltitude Trampoline Park
Available in California
Altitude Trampoline Park is the premier family entertainment destination, bringing active family fun to the global communities it serves. As one of the world's largest family entertainment franchises, the brand has grown to more than 85 locations open or in development across 29 states and four countries.
$400,000
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.
