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Own Your Coastal Community Dream!

San Diego, CA

Dive into a profitable fast casual restaurant in this highly sought after beach community location! Established in 2024, this turnkey gem offers streamlined operations, a seasoned team, and a proven...

$200,000

$200,000

Cash Flow: $100,000

Two Hair Salons For Sale San Diego County

San Diego County, CA

Two Hair Salons located in two West Coast cities in North San Diego County. Established for nearly three decades, theses licensed salons have built a loyal client base and are fully staffed with...

$249,000

$249,000

Cash Flow: $80,971

Japanese Ramen restaurant for sale in Elk Grove next to highway 5

Elk Grove, CA

Established Japanese ramen restaurant strategically positioned in Elk Grove with direct highway access via Highway 5, Elk Grove Exit. This turnkey operation occupies approximately 1,530 square feet of...

$150,000

$150,000

Liquor/Tobacco Store With Inventory Included

Redondo Beach, CA

Established Liquor + Tabacco Store - Prime Redondo Beach Location This well-established liquor store presents an exceptional opportunity in the desirable Redondo Beach market within Los Angeles...

$250,000

$250,000

Beautiful Turnkey Barre Studio

San Diego, CA

Amazing opportunity to own a turnkey barre studio in coastal San Diego County, CA. 1700 square feet of space. Family-owned. Newly built interior. The barre studio is the only exclusive barre studio in...

$60,000

$60,000

Exceptional upscale, college town OC location!

Orange County, CA

Round Table Pizza is the franchise pizza business you have been waiting for! International brand name recognition and support! Exceptional college town location in a prime upscale neighborhood. This...

$450,000

$450,000

Cash Flow: $212,452

40+ Year Stablished Nail Salon in busy mall

Los Angeles, CA

ESTABLISHED NAIL SALON - 40+ YEARS IN PRIME VENTURA BLVD LOCATION Rare opportunity to acquire a profitable business with over four decades of continuous operation since 1983. Located in a bustling...

$170,000

$170,000

Cash Flow: $65,000

Semi-Absentee Bubble Tea Shop – East San Jose, Great Potential

San Jose, CA

***ABSENTEE OPERATED - CONVERTIBLE CONCEPT - MOVTIVATED SELLER - MAKE AN OFFER!*** Perfect opportunity for a more dedicated owner operator! This store semi-absentee operated. It is situated next to a...

$250,000

$250,000

Cash Flow: $79,000

Middle-Eastern Restaurant

Orange, CA

Superb Middle Eastern healthy Food from kebab, lamb shops, falafel including various types of mezze. This restaurant focuses on serving fresh, delicious food with generous food sizes. Dine-in,...

$265,000

$265,000

Cash Flow: $176,000

East San Jose Asian Fusion Restaurant – High-Density Area

San Jose, CA

***MOTIVATED SELLER—CONVERTIBLE SPACE W/ FULL KITCHEN*** Sales/profit trending upward!! More room for growth with a more dedicated owner. Located in a plaza that’s sees a ton of traffic. Densely...

$275,000

$275,000

Cash Flow: $103,800

Vending Route For Sale

Anaheim, CA

Snack and drink in a large factory. I fill once a week keep all the money no commission. Will train. Great starter route....

$12,000

$12,000

Cash Flow: $6,300

Fine Mediterranean Dining-Liquor License

Corona, CA

Mediterranean healthy food restaurant in prime Corona area with constant heavy foot traffic. This business is known for culinary excellence. Food is absolutely delicious, always cooked to perfection....

$595,000

$595,000

Cash Flow: $325,000

“Established Salon for Sale – Prime Location & Loyal Clientele

$250,000 - Sunnyvale, CA

$250,000

Sunnyvale, CA

Healthy Mediterr. Restaurant-Beer & Wine

Huntington Beach, CA

Healthy Mediterranean Restaurant family run with multiple locations. Minutes to the beach with good foot traffic. It has unassuming counter service with food that is sit-down restaurant. Everything is...

$325,000

$325,000

Cash Flow: $180,000

Well-established and profitable SF Peninsula Business For Sale

South San Francisco, CA

Step into a well-established, locally recognized property inspection business serving South San Francisco, San Mateo County, and the greater Bay Area. On-Site Property Inspections has built a...

$375,000

$375,000

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Established Hair Salon and Barbershop In Irvine, Low rent , 5 chairs

Irvine, CA

Established for over 15 years this hair salon was a merger of two salons and hence it has a very good mix of both female and male clients. The salon has 5 stations . The barber chairs are not included...

$75,000

$75,000

Cash Flow: $12,000

Specialized Fertility Clinic

Los Angeles County, CA

Established by a board-certified specialist, this fertility and IVF center was built from scratch, featuring its own accredited laboratory and an in-house surgical facility. Over time, it has evolved...

$2,095,000

$2,095,000

Cash Flow: $690,000

Mediterranean Restaurant-Beer & Wine

Chino Hills, CA

Nestled in the thriving city of Chino Hills, California, is an exceptional Mediterranean restaurant that has carved out a niche in the Food & Beverage Manufacturing sector. This highly-rated...

$269,000

$269,000

Cash Flow: $180,000

Established Luxury Women's Boutique with Loyal Following

Santa Barbara County, CA

This fashionable women's boutique has earned a strong reputation for its elevated selection of clothing, shoes, accessories, and fine jewelry. Positioned in a prime luxury shopping district, the store...

$470,000

$470,000

Cash Flow: $210,000

Health food restaurant

Montclair, CA

This well-established health and nutrition café in Southern California presents an exciting opportunity for an entrepreneur or operator in the food and beverage industry. The business has built a...

$59,000

$59,000

MAILBOX & SHIPPING SERVICES- GOOD RECORDS

Orange County, CA

Located in a desirable Orange County community, this well-regarded mailbox and business services center is the go-to resource for residents and local businesses. The business provides physical and...

$130,000

$130,000

Cash Flow: $45,000

Profitable Event Décor Company – 40+ Years of Success

California

Asking Price: $660,000 (Business) | $2,550,000 (Real Estate Optional) 2024 Revenue: ~$900,000 | 2024 SDE: ~$260,000 This Southern California event décor company has been delivering high-end balloon...

$660,000

$660,000

Cash Flow: $261,000

Historic Riverfront Gem in Mountain Town, Restaurant Now for Sale

$3,500,000 - Truckee, CA

$3,500,000

Truckee, CA

Established Pre-School & Kindergarten For Sale

Riverside County, CA

Contact business broker for more information regarding this well-established Pre-school and Kindergarten for sale in Southern California. This school has been operating for over 30 years and is...

$525,000

$525,000

Cash Flow: $158,000

Tacos

Buena Park, CA

Easy to manage, 100% Help Run, No Experience needed, Consistent sales for the last 2 years and now, call Broker Stan 714 269 2149 for more info...

$465,000

$465,000

Cash Flow: $120,000

Trusted, Certified Skylight Installation & Repair Business

Santa Barbara County, CA

Established in 2018, this trusted skylight installation and repair business offers a rare opportunity to acquire a profitable operation with an excellent reputation and loyal customer base. The...

$150,000

$150,000

Cash Flow: $83,403

San Diego CPA Firm for Sale

San Diego, CA

CPA firm for sale in the Scripps Ranch neighborhood of San Diego. This well-established firm sold roughly half of the firm in 2020 in order to reduce the Seller’s workload in anticipation of...

$175,000

$175,000

Cash Flow: $115,413

Commercial & Gov't Tile & Terrazzo Contractor

Los Angeles County, CA

With over $7.5M in contracted backlog, this well-established commercial tile contractor is an ideal acquisition target for another tile or construction company looking to expand into larger commercial...

$3,400,000

$3,400,000

Cash Flow: $297,842

Located near Manhattan Beach – 8,100 sq ft Gastropub concept

Los Angeles County, CA

A wonderful opportunity to own a large Bar/Restaurant in a superb location. This is a unique twist to the gastropub concept, where you're in the pilot's seat as you experience self-pour from 48+ craft...

$625,000

$625,000

Cash Flow: $175,000

Fun, Profitable, Turn-Key After-School STEM Business

Santa Monica, CA

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Turnkey after-school STEM education franchise in prime Santa Monica location generating $419K annual revenue with $86K cash flow. Established in 2021, this business operates...

$225,000

$225,000

Cash Flow: $86,000

Poke Restaurant

San Fernando, CA

Poke Restaurant For Sale – San Fernando Valley *Store size: 1,960 sf / 49 seats *Business hours: 12pm – 8pm (7 days) *Rent: $6,100 (CAM included) *Lease: 3 months + 4-year option *Employees: 1 Full...

$200,000

$200,000

Cash Flow: $88,044

Marketing, Printing & Software Kit Production Company

Santa Clara County, CA

This established marketing and printing solutions company has been serving a diverse client base for over 15 years, operating under its current name since 2012. Unlike traditional print shops, the...

$100,000

$100,000

Cash Flow: $67,735

12 FedEx P&D Routes- Los Angeles Metro

$1,249,000 - California

$1,249,000

California

Turnkey Cafe & Bakery for Sale – Established, Profitable, and Growing

Sacramento County, CA

This business is a vibrant neighborhood hotspot that combines a bustling breakfast and brunch restaurant with an in-house bakery. Offering a unique dining experience, this turnkey business boasts a...

$479,000

$479,000

Cash Flow: $155,790

Luxury Hollywood Sightseeing Tour & Private Party Bus Trolley Business

Los Angeles, CA

Luxury Hollywood Sightseeing Tour & Private Party Bus Trolley Business for Sale Seize the opportunity to own a thriving, five-star-rated business in the heart of Hollywood! This business can grow to...

$430,000

$430,000

Cash Flow: $80,000

Home Health Care for sale

Garden Grove, CA

Established Home Health Agency for sale. JAHCO Certified. Presently 15-20 active patients. Agency is fully staffed. No ADR's. Clean and operating agency....

$180,000

$180,000

Gorgeous Modern Salon - Remodeled in January

Fullerton, CA

Gorgeous Modern Salon - Remodeled in January . 6 Stations , may add more , large suite with sink ,waiting reception area , restroom etc. 1090 Sqft Total rent & NNN = $4929 . Must see . Turn key ....

$60,000

$60,000

Cash Flow: $50,000

Laundromat in the City of La Puente

La Puente, CA

Well established and profitable coin operated laundry with strong cash flow. This laundromat is located in a major market center in a high traffic area. Easy in and out access and excellent parking....

$615,000

$615,000

Cash Flow: $130,416

Location in SuperMarket

Windsor, CA

Completed Dry Cleaner Plant with Shirts Unit Good Lease, Good Equipment...

$365,000

$365,000

Jewelary & Watch Sales Rolex and Watch & Clock repairs center 28 years

Orange, CA

Established Jewelry and Timepiece Service Center - 28 Years of Excellence This well-established jewelry and watch retail and repair business has been serving the Orange, California community for 28...

$950,000

$950,000

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Batteries Plus Franchise – San Joaquin County

San Joaquin County, CA

An excellent opportunity to acquire a well-established Batteries Plus retail and service franchise located in a high-traffic shopping center in San Joaquin County. This business is strategically...

$90,000

$90,000

Licensed Preschool with Real Estate and Growth Upside

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Bakersfield, CA

This offering presents a rare opportunity to acquire a fully licensed preschool and child care center along with the underlying real estate in California’s Central Valley. Properties of this type...

$950,000

$950,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Established and Profitable Mediterranean Restaurant

$135,000 - Stanton, CA

$135,000

Stanton, CA

Hacienda Heights Market for Sale

Hacienda Heights, CA

Address: 15906 Gale Ave Hacienda Heights CA 91745 Sales : 31k average per month Rent : $3042 including CAM Lease :2+5 years Asking price 160k plus inventory approx. 30k Buyer must do his/her own...

$160,000

$160,000

Soundproofing Design, Consultation and Installation

San Francisco, CA

This award-winning noise abatement company represents an exceptional acquisition opportunity for design/build firms seeking profitable expansion into the specialized soundproofing market. With 25+...

$750,000

$750,000

Cash Flow: $225,000

International Grocery & Beer/Wine Store

Alameda County, CA

Great opportunity to own 34 years old, thriving, large, International Specialty food store with beer/wine license (ABC 20) and Deli license, in prime location in Alameda County. The business has...

$1,249,000

$1,249,000

Indoor Family Entertainment Center – Alameda County, CA

Alameda County, CA

An excellent opportunity to acquire a well-established semi-absentee indoor family entertainment business located in a high-demand East Bay community, Alameda County. Situated in a busy shopping...

$489,999

$489,999

Unique Event Venue with Real Estate Included

Bakersfield, CA

Real Estate is Located at 407 E 19th St and is listed for $625,000. Option to Purchase: Business Assets are sold on a bill of sale rather than a Deed of Trust and can be purchased for $75,000. The...

$625,000

$625,000

Busy Turnkey Sports Bar & Grill with Building & Property

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Riverside County, CA

The current theme of this highly successful sports bar & grill is boxing and has proved to be a hit with locals and tourists alike. The concept can be changed to a different concept. This turn-key bar...

$3,400,000

$3,400,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

End of Life Parts Electronic Distributor & Value Add

Santa Ana, CA

Electronic Component Distributor and Value Add Test & Measurement An LLC company headquartered in Santa Ana, California, and facilities in Winston Salem, North Carolina, specializing in comprehensive...

$5,600,000

$5,600,000

Licensed Preschool & RE | Affluent Demographics | SBA Eligible

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Walnut, CA

Description A rare opportunity to acquire both the business and real estate of a licensed preschool and early childhood education facility in one of Southern California’s most affluent,...

$2,950,000

$2,950,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Profitable Chinese Restaurant

Los Angeles County, CA

This well-established sit-down Chinese restaurant has been a beloved part of the local community for more than 20 years, earning a strong reputation for consistent quality and smooth, straightforward...

$349,000

$349,000

Cash Flow: $96,000

15 FedEx Ground Routes - Hayward, CA - Seller & Vehicle Financing

Hayward, CA

Asking Price: $1,350,000 in outright cash, plus $425,000 in estimated possible vehicle financing, plus $500,000 in seller financing (Total Purchase Price: $2,275,000). FedEx Ground Routes for Sale:...

$1,350,000

$1,350,000

Cash Flow: $550,638

Prime LA Neighborhood Market $4M+++ Sales

Los Angeles, CA

Modern neighborhood market in prime community in the City of Los Angeles. Profitably in business for 15 years, this store is a Great Opportunity to own a fully built out and profitable small-format...

$1

$1

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

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.