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...

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
Chico, CA
Top essential pool service route. Great high income 2 day route. $2,935.00 monthly recurring income, all chemicals are billed EXTRA, plus EXTRA billings for filters and other related maintenance. Well...
$29,350

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

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
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...
$60,000
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...
$85,000
Los 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
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
Available Nationwide
“Educating the World, One Student at a Time”
$30,000
See More FranchisesBeverly 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
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
$1,999,000
Orange County, CA
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
Los 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
Greg Carpenter
Horizon M&A Advisors
Serving Santa Clara County, CA
When it is time to sell your business, what is important to you? Of course,getting the best price and terms, but also confidentiality, professional management of the process, avoiding risks by thorough preparation, selling to the buyer who will most likely succeed in growing the business, preserving the legacy of the business you have established, and more, are probably important to you. At Horizon M&A Advisors, we focus on putting your interestes first. Our experienced agents have sold hundreds of businesses. Several have owned businesses or have had careers as professional advisors in accounting, tax, and consulting. We have held management positions in public companies and private companies to lead teams of marketing, sales, manufacturing and other functions. We will understand your business and prioritize your requirements. Horizon M&A Advisors serves sellers of middle market businesses with revenues of $5 million to $100 million and sellers of smaller businesses that are suitable for addon acquisitions by larger firms. We serve institutional buyers including public companies, private equity and privately held companies. We specialize in manufacturing (especially precision sheetmetal and machining), building maintenance services and contracting service businesses such as HVAC, Plumbing, etc., but we are generalists and are capable of selling any type of business. We have sold everything from software, high-tech testing and contract manufacturing to service and distribution businesses. We have substantial research resources that enable us to study any industry quickly.
Lower Lake, CA
Cannabis Annual Licensed Operational Cultivation 6 Greenhouses 10K Sq Ft Canopy Business For Sale (Lower Lake, California) #1789 Seize the opportunity to own a fully licensed and operational 10,000 sq...
$255,000
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
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
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
Oakland, CA
An incredible opportunity to acquire the assets of a well-built restaurant in Uptown Oakland! This turn-key restaurant space is positioned with strong visibility and surrounded by newly built...
$220,000
Available Nationwide
The nation’s leading wide-format printing/graphics franchise. Top 25% Average Goss Sales $1,488,094* and top 25% Discretionary profit $412,670*. Generate revenue before you open your studio!
$100,000
See More FranchisesOrange County, CA
Asset Sale with Gross Revenues in 2024 of $2,730,000. Very Popular Sushi & Teppan Grill Restaurant with Full Cocktail License. Popular Trendy, Long Established in the Heart of South Orange County,...
$590,000
Bay Point, CA
Complete Production Line for Individual Packet Scented Hand Cleaning Wet Wipes This asset sale presents a fully operational production line specifically designed for manufacturing scented hand...
$20,000
$75,000
Los Angeles County, CA
Little Lake, CA
Inyo County Cannabis Greenhouse Cultivation Licenses For Sale $30k Down Gets You In! (Inyo County, California) #1619 5 Acres of Prime Property zoned for Retail Storefront and Delivery and Cultivation,...
$120,000
Los Angeles, CA
women dresses, well active good reputation, high quality, well-handled profitable 1340 Santee st los Angeles, ca, 90015 cestlaviecouturela.com Instagram, google map, face book, WhatsApp need owners'...
$428,000
Brentwood, CA
MS Real Estate Inc. is excited to offer a fantastic opportunity to purchase a long-standing franchise pizza restaurant with a unique flair in Brentwood, California. Situated on a lively main street...
$199,900
Los Angeles, CA
Premium Tobacco Products: Cigarettes, cigars, rolling tobacco, blunt wraps, and specialty smoking blends from top brands. Vape Supplies: Disposable vapes, e-liquids, cartridges, coils, batteries, and...
$150,000
Los Angeles County, CA
Available now is a spacious, 3,200+ sq ft restaurant perfectly suited for a hot pot concept or any other full-service dining venture. This asset sale includes a fully equipped commercial kitchen...
$98,000
San Diego, CA
TURNKEY DENTAL OFFICE ASSET SALE - PRIME SDSU LOCATION Exceptional turnkey dental facility available for immediate acquisition in a high-traffic College Avenue location near San Diego State...
$149,999
Cathedral City, CA
Turnkey Cultivation, Manufacturing & Distribution MicroBusiness For Sale Option to Purchase Real Estate (Cathedral City, California) #1771 Presenting a rare opportunity to acquire a turnkey cannabis...
$399,000
Available in California
A trusted national leader in the disaster restoration industry
$50,000
See More FranchisesSan Francisco, CA
Asset Sale includes FF&E, Lease (5+ years), Beer/Wine License. The business is fully operating for an easy transition to buyer's restaurant concept....
$325,000
Encinitas, CA
COASTAL LEUCADIA TURNKEY RESTAURANT - ASSET SALE Prime opportunity to acquire a fully equipped, turnkey restaurant in the heart of Leucadia, Encinitas. This new construction establishment offers...
$300,000
$103,990
Fresno County, CA
San Diego, CA
Nationwide Cannabis Opportunity Domain 420forever.com For Sale (Nationwide, USA) #1821 Seize a rare branding opportunity in the rapidly growing U.S. cannabis industry with the premium domain...
$420,000
Long Beach, CA
Cannabis Portable Retail Dispensary License For Sale (Long Beach, California) #1820 This is a valuable opportunity to acquire a Cannabis Portable Retail License in Long Beach, offering a flexible and...
$149,000
Available in California
Own a low-cost, home-based franchise that’s transforming the window and exterior cleaning industry. Sparkle Squad combines repeat revenue, cutting-edge tech, and in-house sales support to help you build a high-demand business with residential and commercial clients.
$60,000
See More FranchisesStockton, CA
MS Real Estate Inc. is pleased to offer this rare opportunity to acquire a mediterranean fast food franchise — a vibrant, health-forward fast-casual restaurant concept focused on bold Mediterranean...
$499,900
San Francisco, CA
Fully Built Out Microbusiness Cannabis Distribution, Manufacturing Type 6 & Delivery Business For Sale (San Francisco, California) #1803 Seize the opportunity to own a fully built-out and licensed...
$225,000
Los Angeles, CA
Two Portable Type 6 Cannabis Manufacturing License for Sale (Los Angeles, California) #1800 The opportunity being presented is a highly flexible Type 6 Portable Cannabis Manufacturing License in Los...
$30,000
Indio, CA
--> Great Opportunity for an Unopened Franchise Territory with Pink's Window Services - One of the Fastest Growing Home Service Franchise Concepts Out There! --> Pink's Window Services is listed in...
$55,000
Alameda, CA
Turnkey Cannabis Microbusiness Manufacturing Type 6, Delivery, and Distribution License For Sale (Oakland, California) #1782 This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to acquire aTurnkey...
$79,000
Jordan Berry
Laundromat Resource
Serving Orange County, CA
Los Angeles County, CA
Don't miss this excellent opportunity to own a newly opened smoke shop with growing monthly sales and strong potential for continued success. Priced with a low barrier to entry, this business is ideal...
$40,000
San Diego, CA
Nationwide Cannabis Opportunity Premium Domain OrderMarijuana.com For Sale! (Nationwide, USA) #1777 Seize a First-Mover Advantage in the Booming Cannabis Market With online marijuana orders now legal...
$749,000
$450,000
Burbank, CA
San Mateo, CA
Established restaurant and catering service asset sale opportunity in San Mateo, California. This turnkey operation was founded in 2020 and is strategically positioned in a high-traffic area with...
$100,000
Perris, CA
High-Revenue 4.3M Grossing Operational Cannabis Retail Dispensary! Zoned for Cultivation, Manufacturing and Distribution! With The Option To Purchase The Real Estate For $3.5M on 2 Acres (Perris,...
$1,490,000
Available in California
Join one of the fastest-growing and most simple-to-run home-service brands. No build-out, no inventory, and no employees are required at Footprints Floors. All marketing and customer acquisition is completed for you by the corporate team!
$75,000
See More FranchisesFullerton, CA
At A1 Machining and Welding we specialize in Aluminum welding, Stainless Steel welding, and Steel Welding welding. We also provide welding on Cast aluminum, Cast Iron and Steel, Brass, Copper, and...
$88,000
Orange County, CA
UPSCALE NAIL SALON & SPA - PRIME ORANGE COUNTY LOCATION This turnkey nail salon and spa presents an exceptional investment opportunity in Orange County's competitive beauty market. Established in...
$995,000
Oakland, CA
Currently operating as a pizzeria & bar. Type 47 license in place, but not included in the sale....
$85,000
Willow Creek, CA
Turnkey OUTDOOR GREEN HOUSES Closed Gate Operational Cannabis Cultivation Business For Sale Real Estate Included (Willow Creek, California) #1764 Seize the opportunity to acquire a fully operational...
$1,999,999
Irvine, CA
Various sizes Commercial Kitchens in Irvine. Catering , Meal Prep, Ghost and commisary kitchens.Irvine,freeway access 5 year lease with (3) 5 year options. Commercial Kitchen fully built out and...
$3,000
Los Angeles, CA
Take advantage of this opportunity! TWO Valid California Construction Licenses Class B (general) and ASB (asbestos) for Sale. Fully compliant with all local and state regulations. Clean record, no...
$295,000
Encinitas, CA
High Ebitda Cannabis Portfolio With 3 Retail Dispensaries & 1 Distribution With the Option to Purchase Real Estate (California) #1753 Presenting a rare opportunity to acquire a high-performing,...
$5,500,000
San Francisco, CA
Fully Operational Turnkey Retail Annual Licensed Dispensary Business For Sale (San Francisco, California) #1752 Presenting a rare chance to acquire a fully operational and annually licensed retail...
$749,000
Oceanside, CA
1 of 4 North San Diego County Beach Town Prime Location Fully Operational Dispensary For Sale (North San Diego County, CA) #1748 Don’t miss your chance to acquire a brand-new cannabis retail...
$1,990,000
Available Nationwide
Discover a proven, fast-growing resale franchise that transforms sustainable fashion into a lucrative business opportunity, backed by unparalleled training, innovative technology, and a supportive community.
$100,000
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
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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:
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.