Sacramento County, CA
We are pleased to offer this Commercial Kitchen Property centrally located and ideally set up for catering and commissary use. The site benefits from its close proximity to Downtown Sacramento, and...
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Real EstateCommissary - Commercial Kitchen Property with Large Secure Parking
$799,000
Real EstateInter Mountain Auto Body Works Inc.
Shasta County, CA
BUSINESS ONLY WITH LEASE BACK OF REAL ESTATE --FIRST TIME ON THE MARKET IN 54 YEARS SUCCESSFUL AUTO BODY AND COLLISON REPAIR SHOP WITH REAL ESTATE. INTER MOUNTAIN AUTO BODY WORKS!!!! Full-Service Auto...
$235,000
Start-upMuther Shuckers Roasted Cowboy Corn Food Stand Opportunity
Muther Shuckers Cowboy Corn is a Dallas, Texas base operation. We are looking for owner operators to work with our team in selling roasted corn all over America starting in March 2025. Our model is...
6
$5,000
Start-upModern Dumpster Rental Franchise Offers a Turnkey Business Blueprint
Modern Dumpster Rental is the solution for new home construction, home remodels, commercial and industrial construction projects. Our junk/waste removal services are friendly, professional and...
6
$40,000
Start-upCustom Tailored Vintage Denim Brand
Old Gold Denim is a custom-tailored vintage denim brand built around one simple idea: jeans should fit you, not the other way around. We specialize in curated vintage Levi’s 501s, Wranglers, and other...
5
$4,500
Start-upJoin the Booming Permanent Lighting Industry with Inception Lighting
Inception Lighting—Your Gateway to a Six-Figure, Year-Round Business Join Inception Lighting, a leader in commercial and residential permanent lighting applications, and become part of an industry...
6
$749
Start-upPrepaze Academy - Educational Business Franchise
Prepaze Academy provides a solid opportunity base for your entrepreneurial dream. It's also the only place where passion for education meets your business goals. Prepaze Academy is the only academic...
4
$39,000
Start-up5546 SQFT start-up Banquet Hall and VIETNAMESE RESTSRANTS FOR SALE
Some Vietnamese RESTAURANTS FOR SALE ON THULLY AND SANTA CLARA STREET . And a New Established Banquet Hall Business needs some ideas to transform it to be popular. This 5,546 square foot banquet hall...
2
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Start-upBody Sculpting- Licensed Med Spa business, Business professionals
Join the fastest growing mulit-billion dollar aesthetics industry with starting a body contouring med spa! You do not need to be a doctor or have a medical background. We teach you how to hire a...
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Start-upUnique Real Estate Portal with Geo Fencing Technology
Overview Introducing a groundbreaking platform in the real estate sector, where innovation meets opportunity. Our unique technology, Unlisted Finder, revolutionizes property discovery by connecting...
$963,000
FranchiseShelfGenie
Available Nationwide
ShelfGenie, a Neighborly company, is the nation's leading custom shelving solutions franchise that provides accessible and convenient organization options for customers.
$50,000
Start-upChino-Mex Franchise
We are more than just a Chinese and Mexican restaurant, we have a brand already built in the community that impacts customers’ lives with our award winning tacos and unique combination of food. We...
6
$30,000
Start-upStart Your Online Ecommerce Business and Website From Home
View stores at: WWW.ECOMCHIEF.COM Get the freedom to turn your dream store into reality using our professionally built highly profitable custom Shopify store. Where you get the freedom to customize...
$199
Collectible Toy Vending - A Passive Income Machine! $4.5K+ Per Month
$30,000
Newark, CA
Start-upSalon Suite Franchise – Real Estate-Driven, Zero Employe-No inventory.
This franchise opportunity offers a rare chance to acquire the exclusive rights to develop three premium salon suite locations in high-demand South Orange County, California. Salon suites represent...
4
$125,000
Start-upMediterranean restaurant
Hi everyone this is a good opportunity to have a new restaurant ready with all the permits and all the equipment ready for use Build in 2025 brand new kitchen with 16 feet hood brand new with 2...
6
$300,000
Nicolas Zhao
Citadel Commerical
Serving Contra Costa County, CA
Citadel Commercial is a leading business brokerage and investment advisory firm specializing in the sale, acquisition, and valuation of small to mid-sized businesses across California. We provide strategic solutions for business owners, investors, and entrepreneurs looking to buy, sell, or expand their ventures. With a deep understanding of market trends, valuation strategies, and deal structuring, we ensure that every transaction is executed smoothly, efficiently, and with maximum financial benefit for our clients. Whether you’re selling a business, investing in a new opportunity, or navigating complex commercial lease negotiations, Citadel Commercial provides the expertise and guidance you need.
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Start-upLos Angeles Cannabis Distribution & Retail NSF Delivery
Prime Opportunity in North Hollywood: Take advantage of this 2500 SF licensed location near Burbank Airport, situated in the bustling heart of North Hollywood. This prime spot offers excellent...
2
$450,000
Start-upAll electric equipment and Van, Lawn Care Services run by Solar
FRANCHISE for the EB1c Green Card $395,00 FRANCHISE. A great opportunity to join the Green Movement in Lawn care. All equipment is electric so the customers are very happy with the reduction in noise...
$395,000
Start-upHigh Margin E-Cig/Nicotine & Custom Vending Machines!
Looking for your next side hustle? Sunstate Vending is a U.S. based premium vending provider looking to break the barrier of entry into entrepreneurship. We specialize in high end software driven...
5
$15,000
Start-upConcrete Coating Business for Sale
Franchised concrete coating business for sale. Proprietary products that are the absolute best in the industry. Excellent franchise support with no interference. You run your business how you want!...
4
$50,000
Start-upTurnkey Pressure Washing Biz – $10K Monthly Revenue
Turnkey Pressure Washing & Solar Panel Cleaning Business – LA Area – Profitable & Growing! Step into a profitable, turnkey pressure washing and solar panel cleaning business with no overhead! Perfect...
6
$55,000
FranchiseStretchMed
Available in California
Now Expanding in the US, Average Profit ~$81K/year. StretchMed is the largest and fastest growing stretching franchise concept in the Northeast!
$50,000
Start-upOwn your Trucking Company-Can earn over $3,000.00 per week!
Learn how to make good money in the trucking industry and become part of this 800-billion-dollar industry. USA Trucking Consultants LLC helps create and start new trucking companies. USA Trucking...
5
$10,000
Start-upIndoor golf facility and gym for sale
Incredible opportunity to acquire a fully built, state-of-the-art indoor golf and performance facility in a prime East Bay location. Over $1 million invested in buildout, simulators, flooring,...
4
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Beautiful OC Cash Flow Adult Nightclub with Gorgeous Entertainers!
$1,599,999
Orange County, CA
Start-upExciting Franchise Opportunity in the Carpet Cleaning Industry
Are you ready to own a business that combines innovative technology with exceptional customer service in a thriving market? This franchise offers a unique cleaning process that stands out from...
3
$30,000
Start-upPopular Candy/Snack/Bakery/Toy Shop for sale
We curate artisan snacks, pastries, hot musibi and drinks. At the downtown of the city....
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Start-upLow Investment, Low Overhead, Recurring Revenue Model
In 2015, Farmer’s Insurance ran a Superbowl commercial highlighting the dangers of clogged dryer vents. Overnight, a little known service industry boomed as million of people realized they had never...
2
$89,000
Start-upEcommerce online Business & website for sale
View Store for sale: WWW.ECOMCHIEF.COM Join the growing ecommerce industry! The perfect starter drop-shipping store! Great scale capability. High demand products + beautiful design and branding! The...
2
$299
Start-upAffordable Pre-packaged Pest Control Subscription Company
Established three years ago, Abode and Bugserv have been dedicated to providing efficient and effective home maintenance and pest control solutions to thousands of satisfied customers. Our commitment...
4
$12,500
Start-upThe Delivery & Commerce Platform for Local Food
The demand for local food is exploding, but the small producers at the heart of this movement are often locked out of the digital economy. They lack the easy-to-use tools to manage online sales and...
$25,000
Start-upUnique Portable charger Vending Machine
CAN MAKE MORE THAN $40,000 PER YEAR!!!!! I no longer have the time to focus on this business, so my loss is your gain. Rent A Charge is a portable charger vending machine business with five machines...
4
$11,000
FranchiseBatteries Plus
Available Nationwide
Continuously recognized as one of the Best Franchises to Own by trusted franchising industry leaders like Forbes® and Entrepreneur®!
$150,000
Start-upHyde Park, Tampa-High-Profit Turnkey Wine Bar-Prime Location
Startup Franchise Opportunity – Open Container Wine Bar at Rome Collective, Tampa Step into ownership of a modern, lifestyle-driven wine bar franchise at Rome Collective, Tampa’s newest high-profile...
6
$85,000
Start-upChildren's After-School Education Franchise Business
COMPUCHILD is a children’s education franchise uniquely focused on entrepreneurship through technology (STEM/STEAM), communication, financial awareness, and ethics. A focus that is ideally suited for...
6
$34,900
15 Minute Oil Change With Pits
$775,000
Corona, CA
Start-upRoof & Solar Cleaning Route - Southern California
All of the value in this opportunity is in the revenue generation, sales, marketing, and software. We provide a revenue stream from day 1, and a system that builds a recurring revenue client base over...
3
$39,000
Start-upDryer Vent Cleaning Pro - "A Great Home Based Business Opportunity"
"STOP PUTTING IT OFF - BE YOUR OWN BOSS!" You can be your own boss for an initial capital of only $249. We are way more reasonable than our competition! Their starting cost is from $5000 to $50,000!...
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$249
FranchiseThe Tox
Available in California
The Tox offers lymphatic and digestive body sculpting, revolutionizing wellness by replacing the typical feel-good massage.
$200,000
Start-upStretch-N-Grow
MASTER FRANCHISE OPPORTUNITY - STRETCH-N-GROW LOS ANGELES Start up fitness franchise system offering a proven business model in the children's fitness education sector. This master franchise...
5
$50,000
Start-upOwn a Sunlight Art® Business, the Best In-Mall Kiosk Opportunity
Explore a Sunlight Art Licensing Opportunity: Colorful Panel Designs with Illumination by the Sun Sunlight Art® Suncatcher Window Panels bring to life a new and popular alternative to traditional wall...
6
$28,000
Start-upQuantum Anti-NanoBot & Massage Device (Trademark & Patent rights)
Quantum Anti-NanoBot & Massage Therapy Device (see 2 photos) trademark and patent rights available as a franchise by 89 year old mechanical engineer for $199 initial fee to purchase a Device for...
2
$990
Start-up"At Home Real Estate Investing Company $220k - $350k Actual Net"
You WILL be expected to do your first real estate deal with me in the first 30-90 days and make $10,000-$85,000 or more on it...even if you have no experience, 100% in writing! How? We get deals...
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Long estab.outstanding location and atmosphere-41 lic. lots of parking
San Diego County, CA
$189,999
Tommy Taylor
Executive Realty Group
Serving Riverside County, CA
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High Margin B2B Security & Network Integration Co.
Orange County, CA
$5,890,000
food court-high traffic-corner space-full kithcen-walk in cooler
San Diego, CA
$239,999
Incredibly Profitable High-Demand Automated Fitness Ecommerce Business
$140,000
Los Angeles County, CA
SBA Pre Approved - Aquatic contractor specializing in maintenance
Anaheim, CA
$3,700,000
South Placer County Poke Restaurant Opportunity
Placer County, CA
$85,000
FranchiseLe Macaron
Available in California
$100,000
Sandwich Shop in Prime Downtown Location
Santa Clara County, CA
$198,000
Popular Poke Restaurant Open 5 days Lunch Only
Los Angeles County, CA
$50,000
Cybersecurity SaaS Platform with Stable Clients & Growth Runway
San Diego County, CA
$2,270,000
Successful Thai Restaurant on Huntington Beach's Main Thoroughfare
Huntington Beach, CA
$219,000
San Jose: Liquor Store for sale
San Jose, CA
$665,000
Absentee Run Very Nice Salon in Excellent Location!
San Jose, CA
$600,000
PRICE DROP--San Diego Dance School for Youth
San Diego, CA
$80,000
Incredible fully remodeled liquor Store
Barstow, CA
$350,000
Sushi Kiosk - Grocery Store
Riverside County, CA
$88,000
FranchiseBuilding Kidz
Available in California
$100,000
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
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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.
