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...

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

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

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

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
Los Angeles County, CA
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 brand name, including a feature in a blockbuster...
$3,600,000
Cash Flow: $795,113
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
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...
Not Disclosed
EBITDA: $217,841
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
Orange County, CA
Overview A rapidly growing wellness and weight-management company with both a nationwide telehealth platform and a membership-based wellness clinic. The business offers innovative treatments...
$3,000,000
Cash Flow: $928,879
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
Available Nationwide
Join the Allegra network, a leader in the marketing and print industry since 1977. Our business-to-business model offers turnkey opportunities with limitless revenue streams.
$100,000
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...
$156,000
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
$135,000
Manteca, CA
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
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
Eric Marchand
MARCHAND REALTY LLC
Serving San Mateo County, CA
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
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...
$180,000
Cash Flow: $128,876
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
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...
Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $1,700,000
San Diego County, CA
Unlock a wealth of opportunity with this turnkey law practice, expertly specializing in employment and labor law. Consistent revenue generation and strong profits. Accounts Receivable and pending...
$850,000
Cash Flow: $1,020,936
Available in California
ANY LAB TEST Now® is the nation's first retail, direct access lab testing company that offers thousands of lab test in one place. If you are interested in owning a business that allows consumers to take control of their health. Any Lab Test may for you.
$90,000
Los Angeles County, CA
This upscale party equipment rental business has been owned and operated by the current owner for over 25 years. It has a great reputation in Southern California, with outstanding service, high...
$2,995,000
Cash Flow: $863,305
Riverside, CA
Owner Financing Available for the Right Buyer! This state-of-the-art, 24,000 sq. ft. bottling facility offers a turnkey solution for private-label beverage and liquid product production. The plant is...
$999,998
$100,000
San Diego, CA
San Luis Obispo County, CA
This is a fantastic opportunity to acquire a well-established and profitable B2B service provider located in San Luis Obispo County. The business is widely recognized for its exceptional reputation...
$160,000
Contra Costa County, CA
Are you ready to own a thriving home efficiency business in a high-demand industry? This is a well-established insulation installation business that is highly profitable and runs extremely smoothly....
$150,000
Cash Flow: $299,000
Contra Costa County, CA
This is a "A" rated pool business that has 25 commercial pool accounts. Well established, decades of business with exceptional experience in service, repairs, replacement of equipment, filter cleaning...
$275,000
Cash Flow: $150,000
California
Popular Snack Shop Located in High-Net Worth Community! - SC2210 Financial Information Asking Price: $274,900 Cash Flow: $75,000 Gross Revenue: $600,000 Down Payment: $274,900 Adjusted EBITDA: $50,000...
$274,900
Cash Flow: $75,000
Tracy, CA
This list consists of 200 clients that have been using the same service year over year. The list will be sold and the clients will be migrated with the help of the seller. For more detailed...
$65,000
Cash Flow: $50,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Fullerton, CA
Discover an exceptional opportunity to own a well-established auto repair shop with the added benefit of property ownership in Fullerton, CA. This unique offering combines a thriving business with...
$3,400,000
Cash Flow: $126,364
Los Angeles County, CA
This is a must see, newly remodeled Mobil gas station with Circle K convenience store and ABC liquor license, located on a hard corner of a major intersection on the border of Orange County and LA...
$3,695,000
Available in California
Pigtails & Crewcuts is a national children’s hair salon with over 80 locations in 25 states. Our mission at the salon level is to create a fun and memorable haircutting experience for children and their families. The hair industry is a $64 billion industry with the children’s segment to be over $7 billion; therefore, this recession-resistant industry will continue to grow.
$150,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Oroville, CA
Very successful Towing Company since 1995. Seller is motivated to sell this very successful business and all its equipment and inventory. Real Estate comes with this great business. Buyer Profile and...
$1,150,000
EBITDA: $171,827
Oceanside, CA
In 2018, the distillery proudly produced its first barrel of Bourbon, marking the inception of a legacy of excellence in the spirits industry. Since then, the business has become synonymous with...
$350,000
Cash Flow: $1,594
$228,000
Rowland Heights, CA
Camarillo, CA
This Agency presents an exceptional acquisition opportunity for a buyer seeking to expand in the niche market of Surplus Lines with a well-established foundation. Founded in the mid-1960's, the Agency...
$1,275,000
Cash Flow: $228,701
Yuba City, CA
SERVING YUBA, SUTTER, COLUSA counties. After 28 successful years in business, the owner is ready to retire and transfer ownership to a motivated and qualified buyer. Key Details: FINANCIALS: Seller...
$45,000
Available in California
Want To Be Your Own Boss? Join PlumbingPro, a very lucrative and disruptive service franchise with an Executive Business Model
$100,000
Sacramento County, CA
This learning center provides high quality in-classroom setting tutoring services led by credentialed teachers. With nearly 30 years of refined systems and procedures, the center has a proven track...
$159,000
Cash Flow: $93,000
Stanislaus County, CA
Here is your chance to own a well established used car dealership in Stanislaus County. Located on a busy street/Main Highway, there is plenty of visibility, foot traffic as well as a significant...
$550,000
Cash Flow: $365,000
San Diego, CA
Seize this exceptional chance to own a stunning beauty salon in La Jolla! Spanning approximately 940 square feet, it features 5 chairs, 2 shampoo stations, an office, and a dedicated room for extra...
$87,000
San Luis Obispo County, CA
Jump on this rare opportunity to acquire a prestigious fine art gallery with a legacy spanning over 40 years. Located on the busiest street in the city, this gallery boasts exceptional foot traffic,...
$1,250,000
Cash Flow: $235,000
San Pedro, CA
RESTAURANT NEWLY REMODELED IN LATE 2024. PRIME LOCATION, MINUTES AWAY FROM PACIFIC OCEAN • Real American Style Restaurant, serves breakfast and brunch variety of selections, wide range of vegetarian...
$1,190,000
Elite Business Investments Corp.
Elite Business Investments Corp.
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
We are a premiere brokerage for the sale of laundromats in Southern California. This means that unlike general brokerages, our singular focus in the laundromat industry gives us unparalleled knowledge and expertise to give you peace of mind and full confidence in buying, selling, or operating a laundromat. Call us today to speak with one of our agents and start down the Road To Success.
Los Angeles, CA
Founded in 2011, the Company is a niche consulting and advisory firm serving in cell therapy, gene and gene-modified cell therapies, other regenerative medicines, tissue engineering, and cell-based...
Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $1,144,000
Irvine, CA
This pharmaceutical company has developed and patented a universal tumor-targeting drug-delivery platform that can improve the safety and efficacy of many existing chemo treatments, with the ability...
$20,000,000
$2,999,999
Los Angeles County, CA
Santa Clarita, CA
Established Mobile Pet Spa Franchise available in one of the fastest growing markets in Santa Clarita! The asking price includes the business only. You would then take over the leased van a 2023 Ram...
$120,000
Bell Canyon, CA
Established Mobile Pet Spa Franchise available in one of the fastest growing markets in Simi Valley and West Hills! The asking price includes the business and the new van. 2025 Sprinter, Mercedes 170...
$298,800
Cash Flow: $80,000
Available in California
Providing Compassionate and Dependable Home Care
$150,000
Monterey County, CA
This is a rare chance to acquire a well-established, highly profitable B2B service provider with over 50 years of success and a stellar local reputation. Specializing in print, marketing, and design...
$1,150,000
Cash Flow: $353,000
Murrieta, CA
Mission’s Tortilla Route for sale in the Murrieta, California region for $300,000! Currently generating $856,650 in yearly sales and nets $121,134. Distributorship and territory are purchased through...
$300,000
Cash Flow: $121,134
California
Highly Profitable Cannabis, Hemp Testing Laboratory in CA *** Business is under Contract *** Industry: Regulated Laboratory Services – Cannabis Compliance & R&D Testing Location: Southern California...
$7,450,000
Cash Flow: $1,740,541
San Joaquin County, CA
A very successful, upscale restaurant and bar known for its unique menu was established in 2022 and has experienced a consistent increase in revenue since then. The beautifully decorated establishment...
$899,000
Cash Flow: $490,000
Lakeport, CA
2 KFC units available in the Northern California area KFC Overview: Just about everyone recognizes Colonel Sanders, the iconic Kentuckian who introduced the world to his secret fried chicken recipe of...
$450,000
Cash Flow: $138,577
San Gabriel, CA
This 17-year-old commercial-focused agency was started by an ambitious individual looking to serve the San Gabriel Valley’s large Chinese and Vietnamese community by joining a cluster (Access Pro...
$1,850,000
Cash Flow: $630,000
California
Maaco Collision Repair & Auto Paint in Sacramento Region SC2197 Financial Information Asking Price: $495,000 Cash Flow: $215,000 Gross Revenue: $1,000,000 Down Payment: $371,250 This Northern...
$495,000
Cash Flow: $215,000
Los Angeles, CA
The Company is in search of an opportunity to sell to an organization that has the ability to acquire and to continue to fully commercialize its unique and patented nerve saving device for prostate...
Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $53,129
Cathedral City, CA
A party rental business specializing in party jumpers is currently for sale. This business offers a wide range of inflatable party jumpers for various events including school parties, community...
$85,000
Cash Flow: $75,000
Available Nationwide
Specialty pet store with Grooming, Self-Serve Dog Wash, and healthy food and treats. Helping Pets And Franchise Owners Live The Good Life
$175,000
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 |
|
Median Reported Revenue |
$630,000 |
|
Median Reported Earnings |
$150,000 |
|
Profit Margin |
23% |
|
Earnings Multiple |
2.5 |
|
Revenue Multiple |
0.6 |
|
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:
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.
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.