Santa Clara County, CA
This is a great opportunity to purchase or invest in a turnkey business which has been established for over 16 years with great local and national following with excellent reviews. We focus on...
$1,250,000
Santa Clara County, CA
This is a great opportunity to purchase or invest in a turnkey business which has been established for over 16 years with great local and national following with excellent reviews. We focus on...
$1,250,000
Orange, CA
REDUCED TO SELL! Owner will consider all reasonable offers(TAKE ADVANTAGE TODAY-OWNER HAS TWO MASSAGE SPAS, WANTS TO DOWNSIZE TO 1-SPA TO HAVE MORE PERSONAL TIME). Thriving Luxury Day Spa Business for...
$99,000
Cash Flow: $50,000
Fremont, CA
This restaurant has been a local favorite for many years since 2007. We have been serving authentic Tonkotsu Ramen that originated in Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan. When the restaurant first opened,...
$89,999
Camarillo, CA
Hire A Pro Construction Network National Construction Management Platform Powered by Offshore Teams & Vendor SaaS Network 10 Years of Proven Success Hire A Pro Construction Corp is a fully integrated,...
$450,000
Los Angeles, CA
FULL VIDEO WALK THROUGH AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST! AMAZING OPPORTUNITY! Trio's Hair Salon is a well established full service hair & beauty salon located adjacent to a busy intersection in West Hills. The...
$55,000
Beverly Hills, CA
After building this clinic from the ground up, I’m now making it available for the right buyer. This is a fully operational, cash-pay telehealth clinic with licensed providers already in place,...
$75,000
San Jose, CA
This National Brand is backed by a NYSE Power House 24 Billion Dollar Company! They have many home services franchises and they all feed off each other. This Wildlife & Environmental control franchise...
$66,000
Cash Flow: $162,000
Sunnyvale, CA
Turn your passion for beauty into a thriving business with this well-established, fully-equipped salon now available for sale! Located in a prime, high-traffic area, this chic and modern salon boasts...
$250,000
Cash Flow: $100,000
Truckee, CA
Step back in time and experience the allure of history in 1882, a remarkable property steeped in tradition and charm. Situated along the scenic Truckee River in the heart of Truckee, CA, this historic...
$3,500,000
California
Business Overview: • Contracted Service Area (CSA) operating out of Southern California • 50% eCommerce (Residential) and 50% (Commercial) Pickup & Delivery routes • Currently running 12 P&D routes,...
$1,249,000
Cash Flow: $342,054
Available in California
With nearly 600 centers across North America, AAMCO is actively seeking single and multi-unit franchise owners. AAMCO is known for providing higher quality of service and seeking those who share that commitment. Take advantage of a world-wide brand built on decades of consumer trust and loyalty. The day you open your doors, the community already knows your reputation for reliable, expert automotive care. As the noted leader in transmission repair, you are positioned for success within the lucrative and complex vehicle services industry.
$90,000
Stanton, CA
A flourishing Mediterranean restaurant in Stanton, CA, is now on the market. This well-established business boasts a prime location, drawing a steady influx of customers with its authentic menu. The...
$135,000
San Mateo County, CA
Available by appointment Sundays 5pm-10pm ONLY Do Not Disturb Employees or Business During Operation Located Next to YouTube and Walmart Corporate Headquarters in the Bay Hill Shopping Center New...
$299,999
$149,730
Chico, CA
Newport Beach, CA
Well-established UPS Store franchise in Orange County for more than 40 years. Located in the beautiful affluent beachside city of Corona del Mar, on Pacific Coast Hwy nestled between Newport Beach and...
$775,000
Long Beach, CA
Transforming Great Destinations is a leading intermodal trucking company located in Long Beach, CA specializing in the drayage and transport of ocean containers from major West Coast ports to...
$15,000,000
Raymond P. Dowd
PNW Business Brokers, LLC
Serving Riverside County, CA
PNW Business Brokers, LLC is a partnership of experienced individuals with uniquely different backgrounds sharing their collective knowledge for the benefit of their clients. PNW is the only partner owned business brokerage in the Western US specializing in business exit sales exclusively in Oregon. Each partner / associate partner brings multiple decades of business experience, and everyone shares their extensive personal networks for the benefit of every client. Every partner is engaged with every client from business development, pre-sale planning, business valuation, marketing strategy development, buyer engagement, SBA lender, lawyer and CPA referrals, and transaction management through escrow closing. A Twenty-Six 5 star Google rating, 30 Sold businesses in Oregon with brokers in Eugene, Bend and Lake Oswego allows us to engage with, then market businesses from Portland to Grants Pass and from Florence to Bend. For greater wingspan, PNW also owns The Osprey M&A network which is exclusively focused on expanding exposure for business owners in Oregon, Washington, Idaho, Colorado, Nevada and British Columbia. The participants are all top of their game professionals with extensive backgrounds each with their own state territory, each contributing equally to marketing and each capable of bringing buyers to any network listing.
Brentwood, CA
The Auto Doctor is a well-established auto repair shop serving the Brentwood, California community for over 30 years. This family-owned business has built a solid reputation and loyal customer base...
$225,000
Los Angeles, CA
Located in a prime location within 1 block of the Greek Houses of USC, just one block away from the USC school campus in a Starbucks Anchored Retail Center including popular restaurants with a parking...
$150,000
Los Angeles, CA
Upscale Day Spa and Med Spa performing Laser Hair Removal Botox®,Juvderm® Family of Fillers Skin Tightening PRP Treatment Microneedling Leg Vein Treatments Kybella® Chin Treatment Hydrafacial® Peels &...
$655,000
Cash Flow: $80,000
Moorpark, CA
I started this business 10 years ago renting equipment to the television, motion picture and commercial film industry. It was a start up where I only provided restroom rentals, soon after I expanded...
$3,200,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Redding, CA
This Northern California Plumbing & Septic Business was started in 1971 and has been owned and operated for the past 35 years by the current owner and his wife. This business operates 7 days per week,...
$3,160,000
Available in California
Transform Lives with 101 Mobility; Make Helping Others Your Business!
$100,000
San Francisco, CA
Spend your days in beautiful horse country. Be your own boss - work your own schedule. Install, repair, and service Automatic Fly Spray Systems in horse barns. Powerful brand identity currently...
$180,000
Cash Flow: $85,000
Ventura County, CA
This 5 day a week clinic has been Established over 30 years ago with very loyal clients. professional long employed staff members, upgraded and up to date equipment. Semi Absentee ownership. A lot of...
$845,000
Cash Flow: $393,848
$79,800
Hemet, CA
Lake Arrowhead, CA
Big on Bears Lake Arrowhead opened July 2016 located in a historical 1922 Building in Lake Arrowhead Village. Very positive customer feedback, fun store to shop and work.. Successful and profitable...
$389,000
Cash Flow: $150,000
Solano County, CA
Established Medical Supply Store - 20+ Years of Success in Solano County This highly profitable medical supply business represents an exceptional opportunity to acquire a turnkey operation with two...
$500,000
Cash Flow: $303,000
Los Angeles County, CA
Almost Entirely Hands off Amazon Business For Sale 2022 - $34,450 in Revenue 2023 - $46,870 in Revenue 2024 - $59,213 in Revenue Valuation: Valuation is based on a 2.8x multiple on net profit of year...
$55,000
Cash Flow: $20,650
Sunnyvale, CA
Window Cleaning Business Squeegee Squad has well established commercial contacts. This territory needs a motivated franchise owner to take them over! If you are looking for a recession resistant...
Cash Flow: $400,000
Los Angeles County, CA
A trendy, chic, and new Medspa that’s fully equipped with all things necessary to make a completely functional medical spa. With various laser devices, medical grade treatments, cosmetic procedures,...
$1,450,000
Cash Flow: $700,000
Rocklin, CA
Exceptional opportunity and value, listed at $200,000.00, for immediate profit and success: The preliminary information disclosed below warrants serious buyers by appointment only. This is an all cash...
$200,000
Cash Flow: $259,000
Sacramento, CA
DCDCo LLC (dba Dank City Delivery) “Dank Delivers the Stank” Sacramento, CA Asking Price: $1,000,000 Revenue: $1.5M annually Customer Base: 15,000+ loyal clients License: C9-0000038-LIC...
$799,000
Cash Flow: $70,000
Available in California
The #1 award winning senior care franchise that offers a low cost of entry with multiple revenue streams. Our national network of franchise professionals provide guidance for families and their loved ones including locating the best long-term living options and eldercare consulting services.
$50,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Taft, CA
Taft Veterinary Hospital is a well-established full-service small animal clinic that offers opportunity and growth for a new owner. This 4,000 sq. ft. facility is equipped to provide medical, dental...
$900,000
Cash Flow: $133,162
San Francisco, CA
Own a Piece of the Healthcare Revolution This is more than just a business—it’s a golden ticket to the future of healthcare. This fully remote Telehealth operation has been meticulously designed to...
$100,000
$475,000
Van Nuys, CA
Los Angeles County, CA
Imagine a scalable online HOME FURNITURE AND DECOR store, offering stylish and comfortable solutions for creating beautiful living spaces. This established e-commerce platform, with its current...
$119,000
Fresno County, CA
Selling a Fun & Profitable Online Kids Toys Store – $3k Profit / $10k Revenue Projections Here’s everything you need to know: Scalable Online Kids Toys Store – A colorful and exciting business...
$103,990
Available Nationwide
Recurring Revenue. Scalable Growth. An Expanding Market. While the flexible office space business model has gone mainstream in the last few years, Intelligent Office has been thinking ahead of the market since 1995. We’ve put our insider’s knowledge to use by making deliberate decisions to identify where the market will be going to help keep our franchisee’s revenue growing. The number of global coworking members has grown 800% since 2015. To capitalize on this rising tide, we actively collaborate with our current franchise owners and their clients to identify unmet needs and opportunity areas that are waiting to be capitalized.
$175,000
Los Angeles, CA
York Kabob – 10 Years of Local Flavor in Highland Park & Eagle Rock York Kabob is a well-established, turnkey restaurant with over a decade of success in the thriving neighborhoods of Highland Park...
$199,000
Los Angeles County, CA
This highly successful service business represents an exceptional acquisition opportunity in Los Angeles County. With decades of continuous profitability, the company has built an enviable reputation...
$8,100,000
Oakhurst, CA
Besides having an impeccable reputation in the wedding industry, Sweet Dreams Floral Design is a well-respected name among top wedding venues in the Sierra Foothills, San Joaquin Valley, and Yosemite...
$195,000
Cash Flow: $105,700
Paso Robles, CA
Established Money Service Business - Profitable Financial Services Operation This well-established financial services business has been serving the Paso Robles community since 2007, generating strong...
$399,000
Cash Flow: $70,000
Carmel-By-The-Sea, CA
Carmel and Pebble Beach Luxury Properties, Sales, Short and Long Term Rentals. Forty years of superior service in the industry, well established and excellent financial history. Returning customer...
$1,600,000
Cash Flow: $200,000
Gregg Tobin
Gateway Business Sales
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
Gateway Business Sales (GBS) team of professionals and advisors have over 75 years combined experience in Mergers & Acquisitions and have successfully closed 600 + transactions in a wide range of industries. GBS has secure affiliations with investment banking firms and business advisory groups, which broadens our offerings to include mergers, acquisitions, and related consulting services for privately held companies. GBS has intermediaries that serve businesses with an enterprise value from $1 million to $20 million and have advisors and team members with experience and a track record of selling companies valued above $20 million. Our performance and results show this is more than rhetoric, as 75% of our engagements come from referrals from satisfied clients, CPA’s, Attorney’s, Financial Advisors, and Investment Bankers. GBS will develop a customized sales and marketing strategy to drive optimal results. While each client and business may be unique, we utilize our resources and experience to create demand for your business.
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Westminster, CA
Graystone Capital Advisors is pleased to present a rare opportunity to acquire a well-established luxury auto dealership with accompanying real estate in a high-traffic, high-income Southern...
$5,900,000
Simi Valley, CA
Family-owned plumbing business established in 1990, offering a turnkey opportunity in Simi Valley, CA. This home-based operation comes complete with professional-grade equipment including leak...
$100,000
$470,000
Oceanside, CA
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Compton, CA
Amazing and thriving business that has been in the community for over 55 years. It is located at the corner of a busy thoroughfare. is constantly growing and is doing better than ever. Most of the...
$1,400,000
Cash Flow: $155,000
Roseville, CA
We have been in business since 1991. We are a full-service jewelry store with a big customer base. We are selling the business, which includes a complete setup, but does not include any merchandise....
$249,000
Cash Flow: $220,000
Available Nationwide
Refresh. Restore. Renew. With an IV Nutrition Franchise! Fast. Effective. Safe. IV Nutrient Infusions for Whole Body Health!
$150,000
Los Angeles, CA
Discover a fantastic opportunity to own a thriving pizza restaurant! This well-established eatery boasts a loyal customer base, a prime location with high foot traffic, and a delicious menu featuring...
$140,000
Cash Flow: $40,000
Sacramento, CA
The Signal franchise network is dedicated to providing peace of mind to communities and building a profitable, sustainable business. This isn’t just about stepping into revenue, it’s about growing...
$2,470,000
Riverside, CA
Take over a fully rebuilt and modernized Pizza Guys franchise that operates 100% absentee! This location was purchased from a closed Papa John’s in 2023–2024 and completely remodeled from the ground...
$289,000
Cash Flow: $65,916
Los Angeles, CA
Rare opportunity to acquire one of the larger remaining independent wholesale optical labs in the U.S. that has been serving over 4,000 eye care professionals nationwide. Established in the 1990s, the...
$1,500,000
Cash Flow: $292,058
Los Angeles, CA
Business Overview: Offered for sale is a rare opportunity to own a fully operational, multi-stream appliance business located in the heart of Woodland Hills, CA. This business features: A 16,000 sq ft...
$600,000
Cash Flow: $100,000
Rancho Cordova, CA
Imagine owning a thriving poke and tea shop in a prime, high-traffic location – and it's already generating excellent profits even with the current owner's absence! This is your chance to step into a...
$168,000
Cash Flow: $85,000
Stanislaus County, CA
Indian Pizza Restaurant for Sale Turnkey opportunity to own a well-established, high-demand Pizza Twist franchise in Stanislaus County. This modern, fast-casual restaurant specializes in a unique...
$415,000
Cash Flow: $110,000
California
CALIFORNIA COMMERCIAL CANNABIS CULTIVATION OPPORTUNITY Off-Market | $3.5M–$4.5M EBITDA | Excellent Infrastructure | Federal Legalization Potential Apply direct via listing here on BizBuySell >>>...
$21,000,000
Cash Flow: $4,100,000
Escondido, CA
We started this business for my wife to stay home with the kids when our 4th daughter was born, she is now 22 and graduating from college. We are a small mom and pop shop with tremendous potential. We...
$130,000
Cash Flow: $65,000
Available Nationwide
Exciting Opportunity Alert! No experience needed! Join the TECHY electronics repair franchise and kickstart your entrepreneurial journey hassle-free. Techy, partnered with retail giant, Walmart, leads the electronic repairs and sales industry. Benefit from professional training and support to ensure your success. Plus, with our unique TECHY CAFE concept, combine the power of electronics and coffee in one dynamic location! Join our global family now located in 27 States and 11 Countries - inquire now!
$15,000
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
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.