Orange County, CA
Property Highlights: ** Profitable Dessert & Beverage Shop in Prime Orange County Location Asking Price: $250,000 Base Rent: $9,750 NNN: $2,313.47 Total Rent: $12,063.47 Monthly Gross Revenue:...
Orange County, CA
Property Highlights: ** Profitable Dessert & Beverage Shop in Prime Orange County Location Asking Price: $250,000 Base Rent: $9,750 NNN: $2,313.47 Total Rent: $12,063.47 Monthly Gross Revenue:...
$250,000
Murrieta, CA
RHINO LININGS SPRAY-ON BEDLINER AND ACCESSORIES - ASSET SALE Established franchise opportunity in the thriving automotive aftermarket industry, serving Murrieta, CA and surrounding Riverside County...
$160,000
Los Angeles, CA
Japanese Hair Salon Business for Sale Prime Downtown Location – Well-established Japanese hair salon, perfectly positioned in a high-traffic area with loyal clientele. Business Details: • Price:...
$35,000
Napa, CA
Remodeling and power washing business serving Napa County and surrounding areas including Sonoma, Vallejo, Fairfield, Vacaville, Walnut Creek. Established operation specializing in kitchens,...
$200,000
Los Angeles, CA
Growing Cafe in Prime Location on high-traffic street (30K cars daily) in Woodland Hills, California – Huge Growth Potential, Ghost Kitchen Opportunity & Favorable Rent! The neighborhood boasts a...
$95,000
Santa Clara County, CA
This beloved cafe and breakfast restaurant, nestled in a building dating back to 1960, offers a unique opportunity for a new owner. The free-standing building boasts both indoor and outdoor seating,...
$195,000
Fresno, CA
Restaurant Space located in the heart of Northeast Fresno, a short distance from Riverpark Shopping center. This phenomenal fully built out space boasts essential kitchen equipment and infrastructure...
$45,000
Los Angeles, CA
Portable Cannabis Cultivation License For Sale Northridge Community Planning Area (Los Angeles, California) #1842 Seize the opportunity to acquire a Portable Cannabis Cultivation License in the highly...
$150,000
Costa Mesa, CA
$1M Build out, FULLY TURN KEY READY TODAY!Fire Sale! Cannabis Dispensary Retail Business For Sale (Costa Mesa, California) #1826 Take advantage of a rare opportunity to acquire a cannabis dispensary...
$799,000
Costa Mesa, CA
Live music venue in costa mesa Furniture,Fixtures (FF&E) equipment included Minimal competition Growth of business is great & open to your concept/ideas Turn key, ready to roll. -Will respond in the...
$900,000
Available Nationwide
Become an "EXCLUSIVE DEALER". Huge first-year profit potential, and 100% financing for those who qualify, FSI has been the #1 industry leader for over 15 years.
$75,000
See More FranchisesLos Angeles, CA
Asking Price: $200,000 (Furniture and Accessories valued at over $500,000) Are you ready to own an exciting and lucrative business in the heart of the Los Angeles real estate market? This established...
$200,000
Fontana, CA
Turnkey restaurant opportunity – fully equipped and ready to operate Includes $150K+ in equipment and buildout value Complete commercial kitchen with hood, wok ranges, fryers, refrigeration, and prep...
$50,000
$3,500,000
Truckee, CA
San Diego County, CA
For sale is a turnkey mobile cafe built inside a fully renovated 1984 Volkswagen Vanagon - professionally converted by a manufacturing company (not DIY). This mobile business is equipped with a...
Mission Viejo, CA
The business was negatively impacted by 2 bad Southern California winters and downturn in the bike industry. It would a great opportunity to take over the business or acquire the assets. Inquire for...
$800,000
HARRY SIDHU
MISSION PEAK BROKERS INC.
Serving Alameda County, CA
Mission Peak Brokers, a leading Business brokerage firm based in San Francisco Bay Area. The company provides business brokerage services for the sale and acquisition of main street retail business opportunities, as well as expert assistance for Commercial & Business loans. Our key services, include valuation, sale, managing initial buyer interactions and facilitating the due diligence process.
Thousand Oaks, CA
Own the Top-Performing Gutter Franchise in a Booming Industry! First-to-Market Opportunity – Limited Territories Remaining! Act fast — this is one of the last available markets for the #1 Gutter...
$155,000
Chico, CA
Top essential pool service route. Great high income 2 day route. $5,300 monthly recurring income, all chemicals are billed EXTRA, plus EXTRA billings for filters and other related maintenance. Well...
$53,000
Los Angeles, CA
Portable Cannabis Manufacturing Type 6 License for Sale (Los Angeles, California) #1791 This is an amazing opportunity to acquire a Portable Type 6 Cannabis Manufacturing License in Los Angeles,...
$30,000
Culver City, CA
Essers of Los Angeles was established in 2015 in Culver City, California. We recently celebrated our 10-year anniversary. Essers has built a great culture and community with very strong client...
$100,000
Stanislaus County, CA
This is a sale of the Adult Day Health Care Center in the County of Stanislaus. Center was established in 2023 and is Licensed up to 150 participants. Facility features 11,000 sqft with 21 restrooms....
$1,300,000
Available in California
With $1,432,614 in avg revenue and $635,523 in net operating income, this youth sports franchise pairs HUGE revenue potential with passion
$100,000
See More FranchisesLos Angeles County, CA
$299,000 or best offer! Rare opportunity to acquire a thriving restaurant in a highly visible and desirable dining and entertainment hub of the San Gabriel Valley. Located on a prime corner with...
$299,000
Desert Hot Springs, CA
Fully Built Out Cannabis Annual Licensed Distribution Business For Sale (Palm Springs, California) #1825 Step into a fully built-out, licensed cannabis distribution business located in the desirable...
$250,000
$1,249,000
California
Carmel, CA
An exceptional opportunity to acquire a fully built-out beer and wine bar located in a high-traffic, upscale shopping center in Carmel. This turnkey operation features a favorable lease, stylish...
$159,000
San Francisco, CA
Turnkey Food Truck Business for Sale - Ready to Roll. Looking to start your own food business or expand your brand? This fully equipped food truck is your chance to hit the ground running. Designed...
$65,000
Arcadia, CA
This is a rare opportunity to take over a bakery asset sale in a prime Arcadia location on Duarte Road, right on the Main Street. The space is approximately 900 square feet with an incredibly low rent...
$100,000
Oakland, CA
MS Real Estate Inc. is pleased to present the exclusive opportunity to acquire Ethnic Restaurant, a fully operational and highly regarded restaurant and bar located on the lively Grand Avenue corridor...
$199,000
Laguna Hills, CA
Large fully equipped 19-station upscale hair salon located in affluent area of Laguna Hills available for lease takeover. All FF&E included....
$5,000
Sacramento, CA
Incredible opportunity to be a cafe owner/operator. This is the most unique and newly valuable situation in Sacramento. Located in a business park in South Natomas- this was a thriving café for 25...
$105,000
Chula Vista, CA
Golden State Greens Premier High Revenue Producing Cannabis Dispensary & Delivery Business CALL FOR OFFERS Sept 19th (San Diego, California) #1836 Premier High Revenue Cannabis Dispensary for sale in...
$420,420
Available in California
Merry Maids is a recognized and industry-leading house cleaning franchise in the U.S. Merry Maids has more than 7,000 home cleaning professionals who service homes on four continents, including more than 200,000 homes in North America every month. Merry Maids is proud to be part of Atlanta-based ServiceMaster Global Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: SERV), a leading provider of essential residential and commercial services for over 75 years.
$50,000
See More FranchisesLos Angeles, CA
"Please inquire about this listing through the contact form. Upon request, a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) will be promptly emailed to you." #1019 Area: Los Angeles Asking Price: $100,000 Rent:...
$100,000
Adelanto, CA
Two fully licensed cannabis cultivation businesses are now available for sale in Adelanto, California. One of the most cannabis friendly cities in the state. Each building offers 29,000 sq. ft. of...
$6,500,000
$135,000
Stanton, CA
San Diego, CA
Premium Exterior Painting Brand – Turnkey Asset Sale, 5.0-Star Reputation Summary Terra Nova Home Remodeling is a polished, modern exterior brand serving San Diego. YTD revenue ~$200k through...
$75,000
Los Angeles County, CA
Location: California (Exact location provided upon request) Rent: $2,878/month + $845 NNN Inventory: Minimal Employees: 2 (Owner-operated)...
$100,000
Available in California
75 million seniors need home relocation, downsizing, and estate sales services. Join one of America’s fastest-growing senior service franchises.
$50,000
See More FranchisesLa Mesa, CA
Looking for an exceptional business opportunity in the food industry? Your search ends here! Presenting a newly remodeled restaurant located in the heart of La Mesa! biggest feature another restaurant...
$150,000
Los Angeles, CA
PRIME RESTAURANT ASSET SALE OPPORTUNITY- Located in a highly desirable Studio City. Don't miss this unique opportunity to acquire a well-established Vietnamese/ Asian cuisine (or convert it into any...
$70,000
Beverly Hills, CA
This rare opportunity offers the sale of a fully equipped restaurant located at 474 North Beverly Drive in the heart of Beverly Hills' renowned Golden Triangle. Spanning approximately 1,872 square...
$350,000
Los Angeles, CA
We are seeking a strategic partner to help scale a specialized healthcare management services firm focused on flipping distressed assisted living properties. With a proprietary operating model and a...
$2,000,000
Paso Robles, CA
Turn-key 1971 Land Yacht Airstream. Fully renovated & remodeled into a mobile bar for beer, wine, cocktail or coffee service. This is the perfect trailer for event catering. Complete with a VIP lounge...
$59,900
Kurt Ecclefield
Real Estate Places
Serving Riverside County, CA
Jackson, CA
Have you ever dreamed of owning a bar? Now's your chance! Located in the heart of historic Main Street Jackson, this iconic building formerly home to The Main Event offers over 3,700 square feet of...
$480,000
Corona, CA
Top essential pool service route El Cerrito area of Corona. Great route. 23 accounts $3,520 monthly recurring income, plus EXTRA billings for filters and other related maintenance. Well established...
$42,240
$2,999,999
Los Angeles County, CA
Los Angeles, CA
Portable Cannabis Retail Dispensary License For Sale (Los Angeles, California) #1813 Now available, a portable retail cannabis license based in Los Angeles, California, with the flexibility to be...
$99,000
Corona, CA
Fully Operational Cannabis Dispensary Business For Sale (Corona, California) #1815 Take advantage of this rare opportunity to own a fully operational cannabis dispensary in Corona, CA (Pop 160k). With...
$1,850,000
Available in California
Join the #1 HVAC franchise brand! Become a part of the essential services industry driven by consumer demand and support by a nationally-recognized name in HVAC.
$150,000
See More FranchisesLos Angeles, CA
Portable Type 9 Delivery License for for Sale (Los Angeles, California ) #1801 This listing features a rare, mobile cannabis delivery license in the City of Los Angeles, an exceptional opportunity for...
$30,000
Lower Lake, CA
Cannabis Annual Licensed Operational Cultivation 6 Greenhouses 10K Sq Ft Canopy Business For Sale Includes Real Estate (Lower Lake, California) #1789 Seize the opportunity to own a fully licensed and...
$300,000
Aromas, CA
Fully Operational & Fully Built Out Cannabis Type 7 Manufacturing & Type 11 Distribution Business For Sale With The Real Estate Included (San Benito County, California) #1790 An exceptional...
$3,500,000
Los Angeles, CA
Portable Cannabis Dispensary Retail Lottery License For Sale (Los Angeles, California) #1746 This is a rare and extraordinary opportunity to acquire a licensed cannabis retail storefront business in...
$25,000
San Mateo County, CA
2,170 sq. ft. Cafe wine bar available, surrounded by offices and adjacent to central shopping area, featuring brick and wood designer finishes, type-41 liquor license, self-venting oven, enclosed...
$120,000
Oceanside, CA
Rare opportunity to secure a liquor license in an area that has very few left! them! The sellers poured over $300,000 into this beautiful location, established by a Michelin-starred chef. The 1679...
$175,000
Huntington Park, CA
We are excited to present an exceptional asset sale for a well-established hair salon that has been a beloved fixture in the community for 25 years! Why This Salon? Established Clientele: With a rich...
$30,000
Sun Valley, CA
The Offering: Business sale price : $2M Monthly rent : $19,000 New NNN lease 2% Annual increases Site info: LOT SIZE: 9,656 SF C - store is approx. : 525 SF Anabi oil/ Shell agreement until August...
$2,000,000
Newport Beach, CA
TURNKEY SALON OPPORTUNITY – NEWPORT BEACH (FASHION ISLAND) This space has hosted stylists, artists, boutique designers, and beauty lovers for two decades. With three major tenant renovations, it’s...
$91,000
Available in California
Skyhawks low initial investment and low royalty fees allow our franchisees to see a return on their investment in a timely manner.
$60,000
See More FranchisesCalifornia 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.