California

Businesses For Sale in California

Showing 1,500+ results sorted by
Local Info
listing-image
Profitable Ecommerce Dropshipping Premium Lighting

Los Angeles, CA

NOTE: This business is currently based in Sweden, but since it is a dropshipping business and no physical inventory is held by the company, it can be located anywhere in the world. Over 30% of the...

Not Disclosed

Not Disclosed

Cash Flow: $646,000

listing-image
Portable Australian Connector App Business With Major Clients

Los Angeles, CA

Our client is a niche Connector App Product Development business. It is undergoing rapid expansion and has a major client list. They are headquartered in Australia and seek to team up with a growth...

Not Disclosed

Not Disclosed

Cash Flow: $395,131

listing-image
Sylvan Learning of Salinas For Resale

Salinas, CA

Come join the leader in supplemental education and explore the opportunity to invest in a sustainable, ongoing business. Sylvan Learning provides a range of services, both remedial (with tutoring for...

$100,000

$100,000

listing-image
Northern Californian Skin and Wellness Clinic - SC2176

California

Northern Californian Skin and Wellness Clinic - SC2176 Financial Information Asking Price: $399,000 Cash Flow: $225,000 Gross Revenue: $570,000 Down Payment: $199,500 Financing: Yes This Northern...

$399,000

$399,000

Cash Flow: $225,000

Profitable Toluca Lake Burbank Restaurant For Sale

Toluca Lake, CA

PROFITABLE TOLUCA LAKE BURBANK RESTAURANT FOR SALE PROFITABLE TURN KEY EQUIPPED & STAFFED RESTAURANT FOR SALE Premises: Approx. 2450 plus patios Monthly Rent: $9000.00 per month Parking: Exclusive...

$1,250,000

$1,250,000

Cash Flow: $385,000

Burgeoning Encino 5 Day Deli with Solid Earnings

Encino, CA

This burgeoning Encino eatery is the quintessential 5-day deli opportunity that boasts solid earnings despite its abbreviated operating hours. The venue, which is known for its high foot traffic...

$175,000

$175,000

Cash Flow: $131,973

Cultivate Your Future: Nursery & Land/Building For Sale

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Grass Valley, CA

Ready to grow something special? This Nursery, a landmark in Grass Valley for over 50 years, is seeking a passionate new owner to nurture its legacy. The listing price includes the business as well as...

$1,300,000

$1,300,000

Cash Flow: $217,527

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Profitable Body Shop with Property in Riverside County

Riverside County, CA

An unparalleled opportunity awaits to own a thriving body shop business with a robust history and an esteemed client base. This fully equipped enterprise comes ready with all the essentials for...

$449,000

$449,000

Cash Flow: $169,772

SBA APPROVED - Profitable Non-Surgical Hair Replacement Company SC2114

California

SBA APPROVED - Profitable Non-Surgical Hair Replacement Company SC2114 90% Recurring Revenue High Net Recession Resistant Non Surgical Hair Restoration Business This Northern California Non-Surgical...

4

$1,500,000

$1,500,000

Cash Flow: $367,571

Staffing Business in Woodland, California Ready for Growth!

Woodland, CA

Here's your opportunity to join the dynamic staffing and recruiting industry as the franchise owner of a well-established, well-known staffing brand in growing Yolo County! The current owner has...

5

$289,000

$289,000

Manufacturing Legacy For Sale in Antelope Valley

Los Angeles, CA

Offering a legacy of over 15 years in precision manufacturing excellence, this business is well established and located in an advantageous area of Antelope Valley for the manufacturing industry. This...

$750,000

$750,000

Cash Flow: $246,092

Well Established Auto Repair, SMOG, and Brake & Light Inspection Shop

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

California

Well Established Auto Repair, SMOG, and Brake & Light Inspection Shop With Real Estate - SC2166 Financial Information Asking Price: $749,000 Cash Flow: $70,000 Gross Revenue: $450,000 Down Payment:...

$749,000

$749,000

Cash Flow: $70,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Established Insurance Agency- Farmers Insurance

$200,000 - Temecula, CA

$200,000

Temecula, CA

NORCAL & Napa Valley Luxury Limousine Company and Fleet

Sacramento County, CA

Luxury Limousine Service company primarily serving Sacramento, San Francisco, Napa & Sonoma Valley, and surrounding areas for over 35 years! The business owns and will include with purchase, a fleet...

$1,750,000

$1,750,000

Cash Flow: $441,671

San Diego, CA- Multi Unit Automotive Franchise Resale Opportunity

San Diego, CA

This is a rare chance to acquire a group of established automotive franchise resale centers. Buying multiple units together provides immediate scale, lower entry cost, customer goodwill, and the...

$400,000

$400,000

Eric Singer

Future In Franchises

Serving Sacramento County, CA

I sold my vending business in 2010 after 30 years of service to the Portland and Salem metro areas. Today, I assist other business owners in the process of selling ones business and getting top dollar. My experience will help you in avoiding costly mistakes, while bringing the buyer and seller to a closing that works for all parties.. I provide assistance with the valuation of your business, writing an informative and engaging listing, presenting you with offers, into negotiations, and closing. Feel free to download the 'Ten Steps to Selling your Business' at my website: https://www.investinginthenorthwest.com/selling-your-business-or-franchise Click on the '10 step precess to selling your business' to enter your email and into a landing page to access the document or contact me directly.

Contact Me >

Contact me
Hair Salon

Palm Desert, CA

Full service hair styling salon. Salon has 7 styling stations, 3 shampoo bowls with electric chairs. Currently, the salon offers Hair Styling, Haircolor, Lash & Brow Enhancements, Waxing & Facials....

$75,000

$75,000

Cash Flow: $40,000

Gift Shop in La Plaza Palm Springs

Palm Springs, CA

Music Box & Clock Shoppe is the perfect store to visit for your personal and gift shopping. This store is celebrating over 28 seasons and over that time they feel they have touched many people’s lives...

$49,000

$49,000

RM Coffee & Cafe

Rancho Mirage, CA

RM Coffee is currently for sale in beautiful Rancho Mirage California. This establishment is known for its exceptional offerings, including a wonderful selection of coffee, drinks, baked goods and...

$575,000

$575,000

B2B Wholesale Distribution Business- Oakland, CA

Oakland, CA

Proven business model already established, needs the right business owner with sales and marketing background to take this company to the next level. This business has very low market share, so upside...

$800,000

$800,000

Northern California Exhaust Component Manufacturer - SC2139

California

NORTHERN CALIFORNIA EXHAUST COMPONENT MANUFACTURER - SC2139 Asking Price: $2,850,000 Cash Flow: $480,000 Gross Revenue: $1,980,000 Down Payment: $2,850,000 Financing: Yes Business Location City:...

$2,850,000

$2,850,000

Cash Flow: $480,000

Recession Resistant Silicon Valley Mail Center Franchise SC2153

California

RECESSION RESISTANT SILICON VALLEY MAIL CENTER FRANCHISE SC2153 Asking Price: $150,000 Cash Flow: On Request Gross Revenue: $275,000 Down Payment: $150,000 This Silicon Valley based Mail Center...

$150,000

$150,000

Flower and Gift Shop in the heart of Tarzana on Ventura Blvd.

Tarzana, CA

Best 653 foot frontage location in the San Fernando Valley. High Traffic Count. Seller needs to relocate to the San Diego Area. Flower and Gift store was acquired in 2019 by the seller. The business...

$180,000

$180,000

HOT Pet Franchise Opportunity – Priced to sell fast!

$275,000 - Los Angeles, CA

$275,000

Los Angeles, CA

B2B Wholesale Distribution Business - Escondido + San Diego

Escondido, CA

Proven business model in the distribution segment. Distinct competitive advantage by offering customers better availability, higher quality product at a competitive price. Proprietary software system...

$320,000

$320,000

Exclusive Midas / SpeeDee Co-brand Auto Repair Franchise For Sale

San Jose, CA

Explore the lucrative opportunity of acquiring this newly-enhanced Midas / SpeeDee Co-branded shop strategically situated along the bustling Monterey Highway in San Jose. With its freshly painted...

$150,000

$150,000

Texas Style Barbecue Restaurant Opportunity in Phoenix, Arizona.

Phoenix, CA

You could own the taste of Legit. Texas. Barbecue in Phoenix, Arizona. The owner-operator is downsizing. The restaurant is offered for sale with immediate operational opportunity. This is an excellent...

6

$20,000

$20,000

Texas Style Barbecue Restaurant Opportunity in Placerville, CA

Placerville, CA

You could own the taste of Legit. Texas. Barbecue in Placerville, CA. The Multi-unit owner-operator is downsizing and Restaurant is offered for sale with immediate operational opportunity—great...

6

$50,000

$50,000

Scalable & Lucrative Experiential Dining Business For Sale in CA

California

Own an existing, successful fondue restaurant supported by 50-years of YoY success and a legacy brand name. Path to Ownership: This is an established corporate operation looking to transfer to...

$1,005,616

$1,005,616

B2B Wholesale Distribution Business- Murrieta, CA

Murrieta, CA

Proven business model already established, needs the right business owner with sales and marketing background to take this company to the next level. This business has very low market share, so upside...

$655,000

$655,000

Wholesale Auto Parts Business for Sale – Discounted Price!

Concord, CA

Are you looking to break into the profitable auto parts industry with a proven, low-risk business? This established wholesale auto parts business—part of a well-known franchise model—is now available...

2

$400,000

$400,000

High-Visibility Cosmetic Surgery Practice & Medspa

Folsom, CA

Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity for a new grad or experienced surgeon to live in an upscale, family-friendly community and take over an established practice without having to start at zero...

$750,000

$750,000

Cash Flow: $773,747

Long Beach Area Bar w/Dance and Entertainment– Exudes Personality!

Long Beach, CA

The Long Beach Area bar caters to a diverse community with a host of near nightly events that include karaoke, shows and dancing. The venue boasts a stellar location with excellent visibility,...

$275,000

$275,000

Cash Flow: $122,262

76Gas Station with Circle K,CarWash & Rental Income- Prime Oppertunity

$14,999,999 - San Bernardino, CA

$14,999,999

San Bernardino, CA

Santa Barbara, CA - ATM route for sale

Santa Barbara County, CA

5 ATM Locations (plus one extra machine) in the Santa Barbara, CA area all high-end Hotels, making $12,500/yr NET (outside of Gas and time) for sale for $22,647 Buyer must join the ACFN ATM franchise...

6

$22,647

$22,647

Cash Flow: $12,500

Exclusive Midas Auto Repair Franchise for Sale.

Redding, CA

Rev up your entrepreneurial journey with an incredible opportunity to own a Midas Auto Repair franchise, available now! Key Features: · Midas Excellence: Step into the realm of automotive excellence...

$650,000

$650,000

Cash Flow: $210,000

Get Wet Scuba

Twentynine Palms Mcb, CA

Get Wet Scuba, a well-established and successful business in the scuba diving industry, is now available for sale. With a solid reputation, Get Wet Scuba presents a unique opportunity for an aspiring...

$275,000

$275,000

Cash Flow: $92,071

Established, Accredited, Title IV & VA Appr Con Education School

San Luis Obispo County, CA

Career College Offering Job Training Programs: This private, for-profit school operation was established in 1989, is approved for accredited, Title-IV, and VA programs, and offers popular training...

$1,500,000

$1,500,000

Custom Products/Manufacture - Opportunity for the Skilled Buyer...

California

NEW OPPORTUNITY TO PURCHASE 10% OF COMPANY AND PATENTS ******** COMPLETE NDA TO REVIEW DETAILS PHENOMENAL BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY… ENDLESS POTENTIAL FOR GROWTH!!!! THIS IS IT!!!! (Seller needs to retire,...

$60,000

$60,000

Patented US Based World Leader Iris Recognition Tech

San Jose, CA

Our client is a world leader in iris recognition technology with a large production capacity based in USA. They are a multinational corporation with a robust track record of selling its best-selling,...

Not Disclosed

Not Disclosed

Cash Flow: $9,280

Sales and Repair of Bose Equipment

California

We specialize in used Bose Speakers and Video Game Accessories. We buy, sell, trade, repair and recycle used electronics. These include Bose Speakers, video game systems and games. You can shop Used...

$1,100,000

$1,100,000

Gregg Tobin

Gateway Business Sales

Serving Los Angeles County, CA

Gateway Business Sales (GBS) team of professionals and advisors have over 75 years combined experience in Mergers & Acquisitions and have successfully closed 600 + transactions in a wide range of industries. GBS has secure affiliations with investment banking firms and business advisory groups, which broadens our offerings to include mergers, acquisitions, and related consulting services for privately held companies. GBS has intermediaries that serve businesses with an enterprise value from $1 million to $20 million and have advisors and team members with experience and a track record of selling companies valued above $20 million. Our performance and results show this is more than rhetoric, as 75% of our engagements come from referrals from satisfied clients, CPA’s, Attorney’s, Financial Advisors, and Investment Bankers. GBS will develop a customized sales and marketing strategy to drive optimal results. While each client and business may be unique, we utilize our resources and experience to create demand for your business.

Contact Me >

Contact me
American Made Athleisure Apparel Brand Built for Growth!

Los Angeles, CA

Step into ownership of a thoughtfully built, premium women’s athleisure brand designed for today’s market and tomorrow’s growth. Stylish, sustainable, and proudly American-made, this fashion-forward...

$99,000

$99,000

Cash Flow: $4,332

Trucking Company - 48 State Long Haul

California

6 Semi Trucks with Sleepers with Offices in California and Nevada. DOT Registered since 2016. Profitable, growing, and potential to expand. Business can be purchased with or without trucks....

$1,499,889

$1,499,889

Cash Flow: $370,972

High demand recession proof business

$35,000 - San Francisco, CA

$35,000

San Francisco, CA

Asset SaleRetail Dispensary & Delivery Business For Sale

Los Angeles, CA

PRE-ICO Fully Operational Cannabis Retail Dispensary & Delivery Business For Sale (Los Angeles, California) #1870 A rare opportunity to acquire a fully operational PRE-ICO cannabis retail dispensary...

$349,000

Asset Sale

$349,000

Asset SalePortable Cannabis Dispensary Retail & Delivery License For Sale

San Francisco, CA

Portable Cannabis Dispensary Retail & Delivery License For Sale (San Francisco, California) #1866 Rare opportunity to acquire a San Francisco City & County storefront retail license with delivery...

$50,000

Asset Sale

$50,000

Asset SaleDistribution & Manufacturing Type 6 Business For Sale

Van Nuys, CA

Fully Built Out Cannabis Distribution & Manufacturing Type 6 Business For Sale (Van Nuys, California) #1867 Great opportunity to add additional locations and/or license types to maximize revenue, in...

$400,000

Asset Sale

$400,000

Asset SaleAsian hot pot and snack restaurant for sale in Sf outer richmond

San Francisco, CA

Asset sale only- Asian hot pot restaurant for sale in San Francisco outer Richmond. Easygoing option with a Japanese menu offering hot pot selections, plus sake & imported beer. Lease amount is $7200....

$130,000

Asset Sale

$130,000

Asset SaleExciting & Profitable Claw Machine Arcade for Sale - High Traffic!

Rancho Cucamonga, CA

Dive headfirst into the booming trend of claw machine entertainment with this newly established arcade! Boasting state-of-the-art claw machine technology and a vibrant atmosphere, this turnkey...

5

$195,000

Asset Sale

$195,000

Asset SaleBrand New Home Health for Sale - Approved to service 12 counties!

Sherman Oaks, CA

For sale is a brand new Home Health Agency located in the neighborhood of Sherman Oaks, Los Angeles County. - It is Health Department licensed (CDPH License) - ACHC accredited in July, 2025. -...

$160,000

Asset Sale

$160,000

Asset SaleTurnkey West Hollywood Salon/Barbershop/Med Spa, 900sf +2 Parking

Los Angeles, CA

Turnkey West Hollywood Salon/Barbershop — Across from Whole Foods — 900 SF + 2 Reserved Parking — $99,000 (Asset Sale) Santa Monica Blvd @ Fairfax Ave Prime, fully built-out hair salon & barbershop...

4

$99,000

Asset Sale

$99,000

Asset SaleBoba, Coffee & Tea, Ice Cream/Dessert – High Visibility Corner!

Yorba Linda, CA

Currently used for coffee, tea, and boba, ice cream. Would also work well for cold food prep (deli, desserts) Or cake/pastry shop. No cooking hood installed. COLD KITCHEN. Asking Price: WAS $99,000 >...

$70,000

Asset Sale

$70,000

Asset Sale$2,110/mo Donut/Sandwich Shop w/Hoods - North Hollywood - Cash Sales

North Hollywood, CA

Turnkey Donut & Bakery Shop with Full Kitchen – Busy North Hollywood Location! Asking Price: NOW $125,000 slashed from $165,000 - no seller financing - escrow only Location: Sherman Way, North...

$125,000

Asset Sale

$125,000

Asset SaleDowntown Willow Glen Restaurant & Bar with 47 License for Sale!

San Jose, CA

Fully built out Restaurant in Downtown Willow Glen with a Type 47 liquor license. Excellent location among many other high volume restaurants, this location has been a profitable restaurant business...

$425,000

Asset Sale

$425,000

Asset SalePrime Restaurant Opportunity – Ladera Ranch

Ladera Ranch, CA

Rare chance to acquire a turnkey restaurant space in the heart of Ladera Ranch. This location comes fully equipped and is ready for immediate operation. • Walk-in Cooler – efficient storage and food...

$250,000

Asset Sale

$250,000

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

Number of Businesses for Sale  

  ~5,500

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.

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.