Los Angeles, CA
* IN ESCROW*** "Please inquire about this listing through the contact form. Upon request, a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) will be promptly emailed to you." #1228261 Area: West LA Asking Price:...
Los Angeles, CA
* IN ESCROW*** "Please inquire about this listing through the contact form. Upon request, a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) will be promptly emailed to you." #1228261 Area: West LA Asking Price:...
$220,000
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"Please inquire about this listing through the contact form. Upon request, a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) will be promptly emailed to you." #1006 Area: Pasadena Asking Price: $130,000 Base Rent:...
$130,000
Willow Creek, CA
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$1,999,999
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$3,000
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$850,000
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This is a rare opportunity to acquire a turnkey, fully equipped dental clinic in the heart of Sherman Oaks, Los Angeles. The office features 5 operatories, premium Henry Schein and Midmark equipment,...
$950,000
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Laundromat located in the heart of Santa Ana, CA. with state of the art Continental Girbau equipment, and over 4k active loyalty card members, adding 906 loyalty card members with balances in the last...
$695,000
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A rare opportunity to acquire a restaurant with outdoor seating in a prime waterfront location in Alameda. Nestled in a well-maintained plaza with full amenities, great visibility, and plenty of...
$179,999
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$76,800
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
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$32,000
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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
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For sale is a brand new Home Health Agency located in the neighborhood of Santa Clarita, Los Angeles County. - It is Health Department licensed (CDPH License) - ACHC accredited in April 2025. -...
$175,000
$30,000
Costa Mesa, CA
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
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2793 square feet full-service restaurant layout with patio next to AMC movie theatre. Corner location with good visibility. The current business is a Mexican restaurant with a regular local and...
$98,000
Rick Rayl, CBB, CBI
Transworld Business Advisors Coachella Valley
Serving Riverside County, CA
In today’s economy, there are more people looking to buy and sell businesses than ever before. When a company owner needs to sell their business, they can’t just stick a for sale sign in the window. They need the assistance of a business broker to locate and vet potential buyers. On the other side, buyers rely on the broker to help facilitate the process of evaluating potential businesses and franchises for sale. A Transworld Business Advisor is the solution for both scenarios. Transworld Business Advisors focus on three core concepts: business brokerage, franchise consulting and franchise development. The History Of Transworld Business Advisors Established in 1979, Transworld Business Advisors was originally founded in South Florida by Don (a 30 year IBM executive) and his wife Bonnie Parrish. It quickly grew to the largest business brokerage in the U.S. Although the company was thriving, CEO Andrew Cagnetta envisioned even more growth. It wasn’t long before United Franchise Group CEO Ray Titus and Cagnetta teamed up to form a partnership and offer Transworld Business Advisors as a franchise. With over 25 years in franchising, Ray provided the leadership under United Franchise Group, which is home to award winning franchises such as Signarama, Fully Promoted (formally EmbroidMe), Experimac, SuperGreen Solutions, VentureX, and Jon Smith Subs. Andy provided the business brokerage industry experience. Their symbiotic relationship helped grow the Transworld franchise into more than 100 franchisees around the world. Transworld Business Advisors is headquartered in West Palm Beach, Florida. Our state of the art training facility has helped thousands of entrepreneurs achieve their dream of business ownership. Transworld Business Advisors Today For over thirty-five years, Transworld has specialized in the sale of businesses and commercial real estate. Today Transworld Business Advisors is a global network of brokers offering a turnkey solution for those that want to build a solid business and future for themselves while maintaining a balanced quality of life. With our comprehensive training programs, full marketing support, and local field support, you won’t have to start from scratch. Our trained experts and mentors will help you every step of the way. Awards And Recognition Logos of Awards Transworld Business Advisors has been awarded several accolades including: Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500 2014 and their special categories for top home-based and fastest growing franchise systems Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year Entrepreneur Magazine’s 2013 Fastest Growing Franchise Franchise Times 200 Transworld Allegiances International Business Brokers Association, Inc. International Franchise Association
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
Beverly Hills, CA
"Please inquire about this listing through the contact form. Upon request, a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) will be promptly emailed to you." #1016 Area: Beverly Hills Asking Price: $220,000 Rent:...
$220,000
Fresno, CA
Business opportunity that generates daily revenues with so much more area to improve being sold for way under market value....
$220,000
Long Beach, CA
*** IN ESCROW*** "Please inquire about this listing through the contact form. Upon request, a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) will be promptly emailed to you." #1332852 Area: Long Beach Asking Price:...
$98,000
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For sale is a Brand New Hospice Agency located in the neighborhood of Burbank, Los Angeles County. - It is Health Department licensed (CDPH License) - ACHC accredited in March 2024. - The provider...
$425,000
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Want To Be Your Own Boss? Join PlumbingPro, a very lucrative and disruptive service franchise with an Executive Business Model
$100,000
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Turnkey Cannabis Microbusiness Cultivation, Distribution & Manufacturing Business (San Francisco, California) #1716 Secure a rare opportunity to own a turnkey cannabis microbusiness, complete with...
$80,000
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This is being sold by way of court ordered receivership and is subject to court confirmation. All assets sold from the Receivership Estate are done so free and clear of all liens. This includes all...
$100,000,000
$30,000
Palm Desert, CA
Nevada City, CA
Turnkey Cannabis Type 7 Manufacturing and Distribution Business For Sale (Nevada City, California) #1718 Opportunity knocks in Nevada City! Secure a rare, Turnkey Cannabis Type 7 Manufacturing and...
$479,000
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Turnkey Fully Operational, Harvesting Every 2-3 Weeks, Vertically Integrated & Expansion Opportunities Secured, Fully Operational Cultivation, Self-Nursery & Self-Distribution Business W/ the Real...
$420,420
Torrance, CA
* IN ESCROW*** "Please inquire about this listing through the contact form. Upon request, a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) will be promptly emailed to you." #1015 Area: Torrance Asking Price: $140,000...
$140,000
San Clemente, CA
"Please inquire about this listing through the contact form. Upon request, a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) will be promptly emailed to you." #1014 Area: San Clemente Asking Price: $150,000 Base Rent:...
$150,000
Port Hueneme, CA
"Please inquire about this listing through the contact form. Upon request, a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) will be promptly emailed to you." #1013 Area: Oxnard Asking Price: $120,000 Base Rent:...
$120,000
Sacramento, CA
--> Asset sale for three large franchise territories across the Sacramento, CA market area for a super popular and fast growing non-traditional cleaning services company - Pinks Window Cleaning! You...
$129,000
Hayward, CA
MS Real Estate Inc. is excited to present an exceptional opportunity to acquire a vibrant ethnic restaurant situated in the bustling food court of Southland Mall in Hayward, California. This...
$75,000
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Ace Handyman Services, owned by Ace Hardware, is a home services business that focuses on solving customer's small to large size handyman projects in the home and commercial space.
$75,000
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Top essential pool service route. Great route. 62 accounts $7,635.00 monthly recurring income, plus EXTRA billings for filters and other related maintenance. Well established accounts. Training and...
$91,620
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Opportunity to acquire Brand New CDPH Hospice License located in Stanton, Orange County. - It is Health Department licensed (CDPH License). Brand New License. Never had a provider number. Never Billed...
$225,000
$175,000
Newport Beach, CA
Huntington Beach, CA
"Please inquire about this listing through the contact form. Upon request, a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) will be promptly emailed to you." #1010 Area: Huntington Beach Asking Price: $80,000 Rent:...
$80,000
San Diego, CA
High Times Intellectual Property Assets BACK ON THE MARKET For Sale By Receivership CALL FOR OFFERS March 4th #1668 These assets are being sold by a court-appointed receiver, pursuant to an ongoing...
$420,420
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$100,000
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Massive State of the Art Cultivation Facility! Includes Real Estate, 45,000 SqFt Building on 4.68 Acres, 27 Ft Ceilings, 1.5M Watts, Currently 1300 Lights, 2M in Ebitda RE Appraised Over 20M...
$15,000,000
San Diego, CA
Great opportunity to acquire the trademarks, customer lists and other intellectual property of PureKana, LLC, a former leader in the hemp cannabidiol (CBD) products industry. From its inception,...
$420,420
Stockton, CA
Massive Cannabis Cultivation Real Estate For Sale By Receivership CALL FOR OFFERS FEB 14th (Stockton, California) #1624 This is being sold by way of court ordered receivership and is subject to court...
$420,420
Truckee, CA
Founded in 2018 , this unique craft Bakery has established a strong local and tourist client base, Yhis is a truly unconventional business model as it opens only one day a week ( Friday) and offers...
$385,000
Los Angeles, CA
*** IN ESCROW*** "Please inquire about this listing through the contact form. Upon request, a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) will be promptly emailed to you." #1001 Area: Little Tokyo Asking Price:...
$165,000
Wes Brown
California Business Sales
Serving Placer County, CA
California Business Sales services the state of California with agents in the major cities. We embraced technology and have the latest technologies implemented on our website and have smart phones, smart watches, laptops and desktops. So when you reach out to us, you know your message got through. Just don’t expect a call back at 3am, we do sleep. We are here for you. We provide quick responses and great client services to anyone considering buying or selling a business. We are happy to answer any questions about these activities including pricing and valuation issues, exit strategies, business financing or any other subjects related to the purchase or sale of a business. I am also a private pilot.
Los Angeles, CA
*** IN ESCROW*** "Please inquire about this listing through the contact form. Upon request, a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) will be promptly emailed to you." #1333775 Area: Little Tokyo Asking Price:...
$190,000
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L. A. LIVE DTLA CLUB RESTAURANT 2 AM LIQUOR LIVE ENTERTAINMENT FOR LEASE Premises: 12,000' plus outdoor patio Monthly Rent: $2.00 psf nets - base rent subject to operator presentation Parking: 300...
$200,000
$800,000
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Colton, CA
Investor's delight. Very well-kept and maintained property with a long lease. 4.5% cap....
$2,600,000
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Not Disclosed
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$150,000
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$10,000,000
Hollywood, CA
HOLLYWOOD TURNKEY CLUB/CONCERT VENUE- RESTAURANT FOR SALE Premises: 8500' Monthly Rent: $32,000 per mo. gross rent Parking: Public and Valet Lease Term: New Lease ABC License: Grandfathered CUP NO...
$395,000
Temecula, CA
ESTABLISHED FOOD SERVICE OPPORTUNITY - PRIME TEMECULA LOCATION This established food service business presents an exceptional opportunity for restaurant operators seeking a prime location in Temecula,...
Not Disclosed
Orland, CA
His is a unique multi-parcel commercial/industrial portfolio located in the growing city of Orland, CA, strategically positioned near Interstate 5, providing seamless connectivity to regional, state,...
$4,500,000
Sacramento, CA
Facility Highlights • House 1: Former RCFE (Vacant) Single-story, 7-bed home (6 resident rooms + 1 staff room) 4 bathrooms Previously Licensed for 12 residents • House 2: Former RCFE (Vacant)...
$1,150,000
Palm Springs, CA
Location: Palm Springs, offering a prime 7,167 square feet restaurant opportunity in a hotel/convention center zone. Unique Features: The existing layout boasts an impressive large circular bar with...
Not Disclosed
Desert Hot Springs, CA
The beautifully reimagined and tastefully transformed 1950's Willets Motel, perfectly situated between Palm Springs & Joshua Tree, offers a serene desert oasis with all the modern amenities while also...
$1,975,000
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...
Not Disclosed
Available Nationwide
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$250,000
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.