Santa Clara County, CA
$950,000
Businesses For Sale in California
Local Info
Preschool Center - Profitable, Excellent Reputation
Senior Transition, Estate Sale & Sale Auctions Company
Los Angeles, CA
$399,990
Two Businesses: Growing Apparel and Sea Creature Souvenir Stores
Monterey County, CA
$789,000
$240,000 in Net income per year- Wig Store in Pomona
Pomona, CA
$600,000
Absentee Seafood Restaurant for Sale or Asset Sale (2nd Gen Space)
Concord, CA
$350,000
Liquor Store near FWY 101
Los Angeles County, CA
$560,000
OC Topless Cocktail Club
Orange County, CA
$985,000
Turnkey Photo & Beauty Studio on Las Tunas Dr
San Gabriel, CA
$12,000
Hot Pot Restaurant | $100k+ Monthly Gross | Prime City of Industry
Rowland Heights, CA
$650,000
BBQ Restaurant in the Heart of Rowland Heights
Rowland Heights, CA
$159,000
FranchiseMy Salon Suite
Available Nationwide
$500,000
Established Hi Profit wood restoration repairs. HOA contracts
Orange County, CA
$380,000
Pediatric Practice in Artesia, CA – 35 Years Established
Artesia, CA
$50,000
Seafood Boil Restaurant for Sale in Downtown Long Beach
$80,000
Long Beach, CA
Semi-Absentee - Profitable Dessert & Gift Franchise
San Diego County, CA
$210,000
Turn-key and Historical Automotive Service / Parts Center in LA County
Los Angeles County, CA
$395,000
Aaron Pfeffer
Iconic Business Technologies, Inc.
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
Iconic is a technology-driven M&A advisory platform that helps business owners sell or merge their companies with confidence and efficiency. With over 70 years of combined team experience, more than 200 transactions completed, and over $2 billion in closed deal volume, Iconic focuses on the lower middle market, typically working with companies generating up to $100 million in revenue. Headquartered in Los Angeles, California, Iconic blends AI-powered buyer sourcing, a proprietary deal-management platform called Iconic Rail, and experienced advisory teams to streamline the sell-side process. Positioned between traditional investment banks and small business brokers, Iconic offers a data-backed, high-touch experience that connects quality sellers with well-matched strategic and financial buyers, delivering faster timelines and stronger outcomes through a modernized M&A process.
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Prime Waterfront Restaurant Opportunity in Morro Bay
San Luis Obispo County, CA
$199,000
Auto/Offroad UTV mechanic shop for sale
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
$450,000
boutique MedSpa near Eagle Rock, CA, Arcadia, CA
Los Angeles County, CA
$250,000
Quick Service Mexican Restaurant for sale
Oceanside, CA
$125,000
Baby resale store for sale
Santee, CA
$90,000
FranchiseSchooley Mitchell Cost Reduction
Available Nationwide
$100,000
Well established Home Health Care with Palliative care license as well
Glendale, CA
$220,000
Established Dog Training Franchise, Deeply discounted for quick sale
San Diego County, CA
$180,000
Well-known, brand-name guitar pedal company for sale.
$149,000
San Diego, CA
17+ Years - Successful & Profitable PET SITTING/DOG WALKING Business
Los Angeles, CA
$195,000
20-Acre Farm with Fruit Trees, Greenhouses & Ranch Home & 20-Acre Land
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Lucerne Valley, CA
$1,800,000
Market Sushi Franchise – High-Traffic Location (Whittier)
Whittier, CA
$60,000
Market Sushi
Long Beach, CA
$65,000
Market Sushi
Culver City, CA
$55,000
Downtown San Diego restaurant-Rent 2600/month-keep or bring your menu
San Diego, CA
$99,999
Supermarket with Beer and Wine License
Kern County, CA
$2,000,000
FranchiseExpedia Cruises
Available in California
$150,000
Turnkey Restaurant Opportunity in Prime SoMa Location
San Francisco, CA
$99,000
High-Visibility San Francisco Restaurant with 18’ Type 1 Hood
San Francisco, CA
$179,000
Own a Proven Pet Franchise in Torrance – High Demand, Great Location!
$150,000
Torrance, CA
Established Bakery For Sale
Clovis, CA
$195,000
Solo-Operator Pest Control Route with Recurring Clients – 10 Year
Yucca Valley, CA
$97,000
FranchiseThe Grounds Guys
Available Nationwide
$30,000
Subway Franchise for sale
Baldwin Park, CA
$460,000
Clinical Laboratory, netting 1M/month
California
Not Disclosed
EBITDA: $12,000,000
Powdercoating with 40 years of business in prime location
Los Angeles, CA
$2,500,000
Subway Franchise for sale
West Covina, CA
$159,000
Subway Franchise for sale
West Covina, CA
$275,000
Christine Cheng
KW Temecula
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
Real Estate Sale and Lease, Commercial, Residential, Business, Land
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Subway Franchise for sale
Baldwin Park, CA
$75,000
Subway Franchise for sale
Hacienda Heights, CA
$165,000
*****PRICE REDUCTION $199,995-Rare Type 48 Bar For Sale*****
$199,995
San Diego, CA
Subway Franchise for sale
West Covina, CA
$349,000
Piano Tuning Repair and Music Studio
San Francisco County, CA
$375,000
FranchiseSharkeys Cuts for Kids
Available Nationwide
$119,995
Barre Studio Opportunity - Prime Location!
Redwood City, CA
$150,000
Greek Mediterranean Restaurant for Sale
Van Nuys, CA
$95,000
Upscale Dog Grooming Business
Santa Clara County, CA
$199,000
Independent Gas Station + Convenience Store + Real Estate
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Los Angeles, CA
$6,499,000
2 Location Luxury Drug Rehab Detox/Residential + Real Estate HI & CA
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Riverside County, CA
Not Disclosed
EBITDA: $1,400,000
Private Vocational School
Woodland Hills, CA
$5,900,000
Semi-Passive- Coin Laundry Business For Sale
San Diego, CA
$599,990
Well Established Retail opportunity
Fallbrook, CA
$150,000
High-Volume "Speed & Scale" Drywall Business in Northern California
Sacramento County, CA
$1,275,000
FranchiseBlue Kangaroo PACKOUTZ
Available Nationwide
$150,000
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
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Number of Businesses for Sale |
~5,500 |
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Median Asking Price |
$360,000 |
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Median Reported Revenue |
$630,000 |
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Median Reported Earnings |
$150,000 |
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Profit Margin |
23% |
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Earnings Multiple |
2.5 |
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Revenue Multiple |
0.6 |
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Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings. |
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Major Metro Areas
More than 80% of all businesses for sale in the state are in the following six metro areas:
- Fresno Metro Area
- Greater Los Angeles Area
- Modesto-Merced Area
- Sacramento Area
- San Francisco Bay Area
- Visalia-Hanford Area
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.
- Food and Restaurants (approx. 1740)
- Retail (approx. 730)
- Service Businesses (approx. 570)
- Health Care and Fitness (approx. 440)
- Automotive and Boat (approx. 350)
- Manufacturing to Beauty and Personal Care, among others.
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.
