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Waba Grill, High Vol & Net, Next to School

Orange County, CA

- Location: Prime 1,700 sq. ft. space with heavy foot traffic - Business Hours: Monday to Saturday: 10 AM - 8:30 PM, Sunday: 11 AM - 8 PM - Employee Count: 5 part-time employees ($10,000 monthly...

$195,000

$195,000

Cash Flow: $96,000

Stunning MUST SEE Profitable Restaurant/Bar in WEST HOLLYWOOD

Los Angeles, CA

Art Meets Appetite: Profitable, Influencer-Favorite Restaurant & Bar on Santa Monica Blvd An exceptional opportunity to acquire a profitable, artistically designed restaurant and bar in the highly...

$1,500,000

$1,500,000

Elite AI Hospitality Staffing Firm – $19M Revenue

Pasadena, CA

Remarkable opportunity to acquire this established hospitality staffing agency serving California, Washington, and Nevada. They’re partners with the four largest foodservice management companies in...

$5,500,000

$5,500,000

Cash Flow: $1,131,213

45% Cashflow and Growing CPA firm with 70-100% Equity for Sale

California

? Strong Financials: $2.1M projected 2025 revenue; 3-year average growth of 18% per year; cash flow to owner 45-50%. ? Real-Estate Niche: Deep relationships with developers, contractors, and...

$3,890,000

$3,890,000

eCommerce & Wholesale Nutrition Brand | Big Subscription Base

Malibu, CA

SellerForce® presents a Functional Nutrition Brand designed by a 3 Michelin Star Chef -- offering Organic Protein Bars, Smoothie Mixes, and Latte Blends … filled with superfoods, adaptogens,...

$295,000

$295,000

Cash Flow: $108,411

Thai and Asian Fusion Restaurant in North Hollywood for SALE!!!

North Hollywood, CA

Thai and Asian Fusion Restaurant in North Hollywood for SALE!!! WOW!!! - $79,000 (North Hollywood) Thai and Asian Fusion Restaurant in North Hollywood for SALE!!! WOW!!! 12936 Sherman Way near...

$79,000

$79,000

Pizza Restaurant in Santa Clarita

Santa Clarita, CA

This pizza business is an absentee owner and if you are seeking savory and authentic pizza restaurant run by employees, this is an excellent and golden opportunity to own this well established,...

$520,000

$520,000

Cash Flow: $173,665

Profitable-long established-SBA potential

San Diego County, CA

Bakery Café for Sale – Prime Coastal Location Turn-Key, Profitable, and Ready for New Ownership Are you ready to own a thriving bakery café in a bustling coastal community? Take advantage of this rare...

$169,999

$169,999

Cash Flow: $136,825

Beautifully Rustic Designed Corner Restaurant/Bar W/ type 47 License

Emeryville, CA

Established American casual dining restaurant and bar located on a prominent corner in Emeryville, California. This turnkey operation features a Type 47 liquor license and combines restaurant service...

$195,000

$195,000

Profitable Plus Size Dress Shop in LA

Los Angeles, CA

Profitable plus size dress shop located in Los Angeles. The dress shop always strives to bring the most on-trend and stylish pieces in sizes 1X-3X. The dress shop has a huge inventory of the lastest...

$220,000

$220,000

Cash Flow: $86,103

Craft coffee shop near Old Town - excellent price

San Diego, CA

Known for its full espresso menu, signature drinks, locally sourced food items, excellent customer service, and fresh-roast coffee by the cup or bag to bring home. The shop is fully operational and...

$75,000

$75,000

Unlock Unlimited Income Potential: Top-Tier Janitorial Franchise

Riverside, CA

City Wide Facility Solutions is offering a truly uncommon franchise opportunity in Riverside, CA — a newly available territory with $1M in recurring annual revenue already in place. Opportunities like...

$250,000

$250,000

California Staging Co. - Transform Your Space, Maximize Your Value

$40,000 - Oakland, CA

$40,000

Oakland, CA

Well-Established Landscape Business for Sale – Great Reputation

Elk Grove, CA

Founded 25 years ago, this landscape company has established itself as a premier provider of landscaping and design services in the region. With a rich history of excellence, we have become known for...

$2,000,000

$2,000,000

EBITDA: $1,600,000

Dry Cleaner in South Pasadena

South Pasadena, CA

This is one of the best cleaners in South Pasadena and the current owner has been running this cleaner for 4 decades ( 40 years) successfully with lots of loyal customers and if you like the high...

$250,000

$250,000

Cash Flow: $156,000

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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Absentee Mexican Restaurant: El Monte, California

El Monte, CA

Established Taco Establisment Prime SGV Location. Turnkey taco shop opportunity in the heart of the San Gabriel Valley! Located on a busy corner in front of a mechanic shop, this spot gets great...

$249,888

$249,888

FAMOUS Thai Restaurant for Sale! Lancaster! AMAZING! GREAT OPPORTUNIT

Lancaster, CA

FAMOUS Thai Restaurant for Sale! Lancaster! AMAZING! GREAT OPPORTUNITY - $270,000 (Lancaster) 1052 West Avenue K. near 10th St. W google map? ***FOR MORE INFORMATION!!!!!***** ************* CALL TOM...

$270,000

$270,000

Dry Cleaning Business with Proven Profit & Scalability

San Ramon, CA

Please sign NDA, Buyer Profile, Personal Statement and put BB#3477 to view location and financials. Gross revenue: ~$312,000 Seller’s discretionary earnings (SDE): ~ $110,000. Lease: New lease. Rent:...

$200,000

$200,000

Cash Flow: $110,000

WABA GRILL FRANCHISE, HIGH VOL & NET, NEXT TO HIGH SCHOOL.

Cypress, CA

Location: Prime 1,700 sq. ft. space with heavy foot traffic Business Hours: Monday to Saturday: 10 AM - 8:30 PM, Sunday: 11 AM - 8 PM Employee Count: 5 part-time employees ($10,000 monthly payroll)...

$195,000

$195,000

Cash Flow: $96,000

Donut Franchise business for sale in Concord plaza

Concord, CA

Branded modern Donut shop and boba tea for sale in concord. Colorful shop dishing up mochi donuts and Korean-style corn dogs in a bright space. The interior was clean and cutely decorated and there...

$178,000

$178,000

Bar & Billiards Business

Modesto, CA

Sales price includes business only. This existing bar operation provides an immediate revenue stream for investors seeking a turnkey business....

$160,000

$160,000

Profitable Small Animal Vet. Hospital

Hollister, CA

Family Pet Care Center, in Hollister. provides veterinary medical services and surgeries for animals in Hollister and surrounding areas including: San Benito, Monterey and Santa Clara Counties. Local...

$1,000,000

$1,000,000

Established Restaurant in Historic Julian, CA

$110,000 - Julian, CA

$110,000

Julian, CA

Absentee-Run Poke Restaurant

West Covina, CA

Fresh Ingredients · Clean Interior · Stable Profit Structure 1. Overview: This is a well-established poke restaurant with a strong base of loyal local customers in the West Covina area. Operating...

$240,000

$240,000

Cash Flow: $90,000

Established Catering Company – $200K Owner’s Income | Asking $150K

Contra Costa County, CA

Family-run catering business operating for 50+ years with a fully equipped 5,000 sq. ft. kitchen. Average sales $846K/year and owner’s draw around $200K. Offers full-service catering (buffet, plated,...

$150,000

$150,000

Great income& Absentee Owner Established Wellness Studio

Walnut Creek, CA

Established Wellness Studio – Prime Location in Contra Costa County This is a great opportunity for an owner-operator or investor to acquire an established wellness studio located on a busy street in...

$200,000

$200,000

14 FedEx Ground Routes, Rialto CA

Bloomington, CA

Well-established and highly profitable FedEx P&D (pickup and delivery) routes based out of the RIALTO CALIFORNIA station. Routes are contiguous making load sharing efficient. 100% overlapped in...

$1,295,000

$1,295,000

EBITDA: $325,000

9 FedEx Ground Routes, San Francisco CA

South San Francisco, CA

Well-established and highly profitable FedEx P&D (pickup and delivery) routes based out of the SAN FRANCISCO CALIFORNIA station. Routes are contiguous making load sharing efficient. 100% overlapped in...

$1,179,000

$1,179,000

EBITDA: $326,000

13 FedEx Ground Routes, Sacramento CA

Sacramento, CA

Well-established and highly profitable FedEx P&D (pickup and delivery) routes based out of the SACRAMENTO CALIFORNIA station. Routes are contiguous making load sharing efficient. Each route comes with...

$1,750,000

$1,750,000

EBITDA: $474,000

7 FedEx Ground Routes, Salinas (Watsonville) CA

Watsonville, CA

Well-established and highly profitable FedEx Ground P&D (pickup and delivery) routes, fully overlapped, based out of SALINAS (WATSONVILLE) CALIFORNIA. Routes are contiguous making load sharing...

$695,000

$695,000

EBITDA: $203,000

Westwood, Westside Los Angeles, High Quality CPA Practice for Sale

Los Angeles, CA

Well established and well known, high quality sole practitioner CPA located in Westwood on the Westside near UCLA is retiring after 40 years. Looking for a local CPA with at least 10 years solid...

$1,490,000

$1,490,000

Cash Flow: $800,000

Distributor of Food Industry Disposable Packaging

Los Angeles County, CA

Established in 1995, this long-standing distributor is a trusted leader in providing high-quality disposable packaging products to the food service industry throughout Southern California. The company...

$1,499,000

$1,499,000

Cash Flow: $350,000

profitable long established Bakery and coffee shop in an affluent area

$350,000 - Los Angeles County, CA

$350,000

Los Angeles County, CA

Turnkey Café Space in Prime Retail Center

San Diego County, CA

Great business acquisition opportunity located in a busy retail center anchored by a national-brand grocery store. The current operation features a boba and specialty dessert café setup, offering a...

$39,999

$39,999

Drive-thru Burgers, Manager Run, Great Sales and Profits, Beauty

Riverside, CA

100% Manager run business. Owner spends almost ZERO time at this location. Located nearby where multiple Freeways intersect. Plenty of office, industrial and major retail buildings surrounding this...

$875,000

$875,000

Cash Flow: $200,000

"Downtown San Mateo" Full Service & Banquet Restaurant for SALE!

San Mateo, CA

Full service & banquet style restaurant, seating capacity 150-200 people accommodation. Centrally located downtown San Mateo on 4th Ave. Restaurant is equipped with (2) kitchens, one for main dining...

$250,000

$250,000

Noraebang - Room Karaoke in Santa Clara County

Santa Clara County, CA

Noraebang, a Korean style room karaoke, with 9 rooms. Type 40 beer license. Opens 7 nights. Opens to 4 AM on Friday and Saturday nights. Happy hours offered for 4 PM to 8 PM. Monthly sales revenues...

$60,000

$60,000

Greek/Turkish/Mediterranean Restaurant for Sale

Contra Costa County, CA

This charming restaurant is located in a shopping center with nearby tenants including Starbucks, KFC, A&W and more that offer plenty of foot traffic. It is also nearby Amazon and UPS warehouses to...

$199,000

$199,000

Long Standing Napa County Fast-Casual Restaurant – $2.3M Revenue

Napa County, CA

Long Standing Napa County Fast-Casual Restaurant – $2.3M Revenue, $356K Net – SBA Pre-Approved RRC#:5142 Asking Price: $899,000 Location: Napa County Annual Revenue: $2,387,374 Annual Cash Flow:...

$899,000

$899,000

Former Tea/Boba Shop Available

Fountain Valley, CA

Former Tea/Boba shop available for sale with strong restaurant tenants next door....

$449,000

$449,000

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Profitable Gourmet Snack Business | Turnkey Opportunity

San Diego County, CA

This profitable gourmet snack business has been delighting San Diego customers since 2018. Known for its creative, high-quality treats, the brand has built a loyal local following and operates from a...

$149,000

$149,000

Cash Flow: $65,877

A breakfast restaurant with a patio, it can convert.

Cupertino, CA

A breakfast restaurant is for sale with existing customer base. There is a patio can hold around 24 seating. It is located at a great visible location on busy S. De Anza Blvd. It can convert to...

$185,000

$185,000

7 Office Staffing System in California

$8,500,000 - Ontario, CA

$8,500,000

Ontario, CA

Established multi-location Pilates studios (4 units) - Staff in place

Los Angeles County, CA

Confidential sale of a well-established, multi-location Pilates studio group with 10 years of operating history and four “tier 1” locations. The business has a strong reputation and 5-star reviews...

$2,500,000

$2,500,000

Japanese Restaurant & Bar near Long Beach Airport

Long Beach, CA

Established Japanese Restaurant & Bar for Sale - Long Beach, CA This turnkey Japanese restaurant and bar presents an exceptional opportunity in the thriving Long Beach market, strategically positioned...

$2,500,000

$2,500,000

Turn-Key Car Wash | Business & Real Estate

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Citrus Heights, CA

The Snyder Carlton National Net Lease Team is pleased to offer investors an opportunity to acquire a turn-key car wash in Citrus Heights, CA. The owner/user asset includes an existing car wash...

$2,300,000

$2,300,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Established Chinese Restaurant for Sell. Beer/Wine.

Orange, CA

This well-established Chinese restaurant presents an exceptional opportunity in the thriving Orange County dining market. Operating successfully since 2014, this venture has built a loyal customer...

$590,000

$590,000

12 FedEx Ground Routes - Fairfield, CA - Seller & Vehicle Financing

Fairfield, CA

The Asking Price for all routes, including 12 vehicles, is $850,000 in outright cash, plus $300,000 in estimated possible vehicle financing, plus $550,000 in seller financing (Total Purchase Price:...

$1,700,000

$1,700,000

Cash Flow: $602,015

21 FedEx Ground Routes - San Diego, CA - Seller & Vehicle Financing

San Diego, CA

The Asking Price for all routes, including 21 vehicles, is $1,700,000 in outright cash, plus $300,000 in estimated possible vehicle financing, plus $350,000 in seller financing (Total Purchase Price:...

$2,350,000

$2,350,000

Cash Flow: $737,970

Ornamental and Custom Metal Fabrication Shop

Los Angeles County, CA

SBA financeable. An ornamental and custom metal fabrication shop committed to high quality, creative design and impeccable craftsmanship. The company has been in metal fabrication for more than 100...

Not Disclosed

Cash Flow: $515,000

Not Disclosed

Cash Flow: $515,000

Restaurant Business For Sale in Los Angeles County

Alhambra, CA

Genovese's Italian Kitchen presents an exceptional opportunity to acquire an established Italian restaurant operation in the thriving Alhambra market. This turnkey business occupies a prime 750 square...

$80,000

$80,000

Gas Station and Conv. Store with Property

Redding, CA

Description: Ideally located at the signalized this Gas Station site offers outstanding visibility and accessibility. The property features ample free parking, allowing for convenient ingress and...

$1,800,000

$1,800,000

Gas Station and Mart with Property (Redding)

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Redding, CA

Description: Ideally located at the signalized intersection in Redding, California, this gasoline station offers outstanding visibility and accessibility. The property features ample free parking,...

$1,950,000

$1,950,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Confidential Acquisition Opportunity – High-End Wellness Studio

Los Angeles, CA

The Future of Wellness is here... An exceptional opportunity to acquire one of Los Angeles’ most innovative and respected wellness businesses. This established studio specializes in nervous system...

$250,000

$250,000

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

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.