Guerneville, CA
The Building: 2209 sq ft of mixed retail space (building sales price: $1,750,000), currently operating as a restaurant (business sales valued: ($750,000) in prime downtown Guerneville on the Main...
Guerneville, CA
The Building: 2209 sq ft of mixed retail space (building sales price: $1,750,000), currently operating as a restaurant (business sales valued: ($750,000) in prime downtown Guerneville on the Main...
$1,750,000
Colton, CA
TURNKEY PRINTING BUSINESS LEASE OPPORTUNITY - COLTON, CA Exceptional lease opportunity for an established printing business location with over 20 years of operational history as Print Pro Plus. This...
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Placerville, CA
Auction starts October 27th 3280 Bradley Drive Placerville, CA 95667-6941 Opening Bid $200,000 1.83+/-ac of industrial land. Less than 1 hour to Sacramento. Two Parcels selling as one. Also auctioning...
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San Luis Obispo, CA
The Business is a well-established, full-service CPA firm with over 20 years of proven success serving clients nationwide from its San Luis Obispo office. Founded in 2005, the firm has built a strong...
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Blythe, CA
Exclusively Listed by: The Gas Broker, Inc. Address: 301 S Lovekin Blvd., Blythe, CA 92225 Please Do Not Visit Site Until You Speak With Broker. No Speaking with Employees/Ownership & Do Not Loiter on...
$2,995,000
Los Angeles, CA
4000rsf restaurant available for rent, including a 450rsf mezzanine and 1100rsf basement where the walk-in refrigerator is located. Mezzanine and basement may be excluded from the lease. 40 beer taps....
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Stockton, CA
Half acres of prime land for sale- CUP ready . Approved for a 3000 sf building 4 gas dispensers. Buyer to assume the 76 fuel contract...
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Fresno County, CA
Rare opportunity to purchase a very attractive, newly established, top of line Express Car Wash with Real Estate. that this Express Car Wash with Real Estate upon site visit becomes abundantly clear...
$4,850,000
San Marcos, CA
Turnkey 4-Unit Airbnb Business – Profitable from Day One, Priced to Sell Fast *PICTURE ON AD IS NOT ACTUAL PHOTO OF PROPERTY* *PROPERTIES ARE LEASED NOT OWNED PLEASE BE ADVISED THESE ARE SINGLE UNITS*...
$38,000
Long Beach, CA
Presenting a prime commercial investment opportunity at 1500 W Pacific Coast Hwy in Long Beach, CA. This property features a 3,162 sq ft freestanding building situated on an 18,963 sq ft lot and...
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Become a SiteSwan Website Reseller and earn money building and selling websites to local businesses in your area.
$199
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Premium RCFE for Lease – Modesto, CA Fully licensed & beautifully furnished 6-bed assisted living home. Custom-built with 6 private rooms (TVs in each), spacious layout, fire system, and serene...
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El Cajon, CA
Prime Buyer Investment – Brand New Starbucks (Store #83384) 2201 Fletcher Parkway, El Cajon, CA 92020 Annual Net Income: $240,000 Landmark NN Net-Leased Starbucks Investment Opportunity Don’t miss...
$5,199,000
$299,000
Santa Monica, CA
Sonora, CA
Unlock the chance to own a distinguished steakhouse restaurant in Sonora, California, this restaurant has a unique charm and character. The restaurant has been owned and operated by father and son for...
$350,000
Ukiah, CA
Asking $2,500,000 for building, Liquor Licenses, and FF&E. Pleased to share an opportunity to acquire a fully built-out and equipped 12,176 SF flagship restaurant building located in the highly...
$2,600,000
Scott Reid
Parasell Inc
Serving Orange County, CA
ParaSell, Inc. is a national real estate services and consulting firm that specializes in commercial leasing and investment sales. We work with principals across the nation and have a proven process, proprietary time-saving technology, dedicated support staff and a relentless commitment to customer service.
Madera, CA
1720 and 1732 E. Yosemite Ave. Madera, CA 93638-1915 Auction starts October 27th Opening Bid $300,000 1,093+/-sf office/retail building built in 1991 on 2.01+/-ac. Frontage and signage opportunity on...
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Porterville, CA
Here is your opportunity to own a very busy corner of Porterville. Currently home to Leon's Tires, this property sees thousands of passers by per day and is limitless in the possibilities. The current...
$949,000
Huntington Park, CA
Prime turnkey gym facility available for lease in Huntington Park, Los Angeles County, at the Warner Theater. This exceptional 26,000-30,000 square foot retail space represents a rare...
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Downey, CA
5177 Sqft 12 medical treatment rooms , 4 Doctor offices , 1 special procedure room , 1 manager office , 1 billing office , 3 nursing stations , 3 patient bathrooms , 1 employee bathroom . 1 break room...
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North Highlands, CA
Second Generation Restaurant for Lease...Quick Serve Concept Modern décor, floors and equipment is there to use as part of the lease. So you barely have to purchase anything as this will fit into most...
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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
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This unique specialty property for sale in Hemet offers a rare live-work opportunity with exceptional flexibility and scale. Situated on 2.39 acres, the property features a spacious 6,000 square foot...
$1,300,000
Los Angeles, CA
Rent: Asking $5,000/month Hours of Use: 6:00 AM – 3:00 PM Location: Silverlake, Los Angeles, CA Business Type: Café / Coffee Shop / Tea House / Pastry & Baked Goods Real Estate: Leased...
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$120,000
Alamo, CA
Daly City, CA
Move-in ready for just $2,900/month — with your first month’s rent FREE. Operating as a café since 2015, this versatile space offers a clean, adaptable layout ideal for coffee, tea, boba, food...
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El Dorado County, CA
5,500 SF COMMERCIAL SPACE PLUS 800 SF RENTAL UNIT Asking Price: $1,760,000 High visibility commercial property with robust traffic count of 30,000+ cars per day (per the South Lake Tahoe Chamber of...
$1,760,000
Concord, CA
TURNKEY AUTO/RETAIL PROPERTY - HIGH-VISIBILITY CORNER LOCATION Prime commercial real estate opportunity in Concord's bustling commercial corridor. This well-maintained 1,347 square foot freestanding...
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Idyllwild, CA
Prime location in Idyllwild, California, commercial use building. The property has 5 remodeled motel units, 4 retail rental spaces and 1 built out restaurant space. The Property is zoned C-P-S (Scenic...
$2,200,000
Lompoc, CA
Located in the center of Lompoc, California. Public parking is available....
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Idyllwild, CA
For Sale or Lease: A stunning, fully equipped restaurant space located in the picturesque town of Idyllwild, CA. Previously known as The Chart House, Creek House, and Idyology, this charming building...
$849,000
Blythe, CA
Progressive Real Estate Partners is pleased to offer for sale a Valero Gas Station and Circle-K C-Store in the City of Blythe. This site benefits from its position as one of the few essential fueling...
$6,900,000
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$150,000
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Progressive Real Estate Partners is pleased to offer for sale a Gas Station, C-Store, and express car wash in City of Indio. The C-Store and car wash were built in 2018. It has a very new ±4,000 SF...
$5,900,000
Portola, CA
Located in core commercial area of Portola, CA. on Highway 70 with great visibility and daily traffic. This building can suit an investor or a buyer looking for new workspace. Possible uses for the...
$290,000
$259,000
Glendale, CA
California
Owner of a large Real Estate Development firm is retiring with over 770 acres of land available for development. Properties are all in California with concentrations in the central valley and along...
$85,000,000
Alameda, CA
This is the first time this preschool is available. Located in Alameda County, Calif. Originally licensed in 2004, 63 PreSchool, 11 Age 0-2 years, has an excellent ongoing operating statement in...
$3,500,000
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$90,000
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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...
$799,000
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
? 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...
$85,000
If you are looking for a recession-resistant business built on repeat service that yields recurring revenue, this is it! Our environmental franchises have been handling the tough but essential job of...
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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...
$5,000
Mike Jani
Fortune Business Brokers
Serving Orange County, CA
Selling a Business (or a Franchise) is all we do! Fortune Business Brokers has helped hundreds of business owners sell their business and connected numerous buyers with business & franchise opportunities. We handle the entire cycle of transaction for you – business valuations, franchise approvals, qualifying buyers, landlord applications and lease transfers. We make the transaction go smooth by preempting potential issues based on our deep understanding of business & franchise dynamics. And we may connect a buyer with a seller faster than you think. The firm has represented buyers and sellers in numerous industries and also helped aspiring immigrants buy a business to come to the US.
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...
$40,000
Hokkaido ramen house is casual Japanese ramen restaurants. We offer a wide variety of authentic Japanese ramen dishes. All of our food is prepared fresh to order every time with only the finest and...
$30,000
$75,000
Los Angeles County, CA
Hookah Lounge and Cafe in the heart of the central valley. A business where every corner is designed to inspire and energize, a place where collaboration and creativity flourish. Vast selection of...
$100,000
This is a unique opportunity to acquire a fully operational 3-truck flatbed logistics company specializing in heavy equipment transport using removable gooseneck (RGN) trailers. The company is new,...
$999,999
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WCH Medical Billing Franchise: proven model, software, training, and step-by-step support to operate and scale.
$45,000
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$25,000
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$300,000
"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!...
$249
The Kura Home License is a unique opportunity to enter (or expand within) the home services industry using a fully built, battle-tested business model—without the restrictions of a traditional...
$35,000
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$69,000
Turnkey 5,000 sq. ft. PET & PP plastic product manufacturing facility located in Spring Valley, CA. This fully installed and tested factory includes: PET roll production line PP roll production line...
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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...
$749
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$39,000
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$23,000
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.