Rosemead, CA
$349,000
Businesses For Sale in California
Local Info
Cosmetology College | 9 Years | High Net
Beauty Spa Franchise and 2 Stores in South Bay
Cupertino, CA
$3,500,000
Profitable Physical Therapy Practice in San Jose
San Jose, CA
$1,100,000
Well Known Hair Salon on Peninsula
Menlo Park, CA
$95,000
Keeping Industries in Motion
California
$450,000
Fantastic Corner Sandwich shop business for sale
San Francisco, CA
$67,000
Hair Salon with 8 Individual Stations in Monterey
Monterey, CA
$85,000
Deck Design & Build Contractor - Profitable & Long-Established
Sonoma County, CA
Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $336,153
Liquor Store Available in Monterey County
Monterey County, CA
$235,000
Paint & Sip Art Studio with ABC Type 42 License
California
$200,000
FranchiseTechy
Available Nationwide
$15,000
Marketing Agency. 20% EBITDA margin
San Francisco, CA
$8,500,000
Semi Absentee Passive Business Model, No experience necessary B to B
Fullerton, CA
$650,000
Great Lifestyle Business
$180,000
San Francisco, CA
Affordable Turn-key Boba Shop
La Verne, CA
$70,000
Established restaurant bistro style in Downtown Redwood City
Redwood City, CA
$225,000
Joel Higginbotham
Business Team Group
Serving Placer County, CA
Business Team, a unit of BTI Group, is the Largest Business Brokerage Firm in the Western United States specializing in arranging the purchase and sale of privately owned companies. During our third of a century of existence, we have developed both an unmatched depth of experience (an aggregate of several hundred years!) and a vast network of individual, corporate, and investment group buyers.
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Established sandwich shop/cafe in a fast growing area
Yolo County, CA
$300,000
Italian Restaurant Business: Cafe Milano For Sale
San Diego, CA
$300,000
Turnkey DME Business with Growth Potential
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Butte County, CA
$999,000
18 FedEx Ground Routes - Oceanside, CA - Vehicle Financing
Oceanside, CA
$275,000
10 FedEx Ground Routes - Palm Springs, CA - Seller & Vehicle Financing
Palm Springs, CA
$325,000
FranchiseChildren's Orchard®
Available Nationwide
$100,000
Nail salon+ facial business for sale in Newark shopping center
Newark, CA
$80,000
Ready-Mix Concrete and Aggregate Supply *Pre-Approved Lending
Lassen County, CA
$1,600,000
Veterinary Clinic for sale
$845,000
Ventura County, CA
Elk Grove Pool Service Route for Sale
Sacramento County, CA
$97,200
Turn-key Used Car Dealership
San Diego, CA
$150,000
5 star reviews beauty salon for sale in Newark
Newark, CA
$190,000
High Volume Liquor Store In Prime Area Of Orange County For Sale
Anaheim, CA
$799,000
'THE CHEESESTEAK SHOP' has a Profitable and Popular Location for Sale
Livermore, CA
$274,999
Newly Accredited Home Health Agency – Los Angeles County
Van Nuys, CA
$180,000
Profitable and Well-Loved American Burger Joint – $130K Seller Earning
San Jose, CA
$289,000
FranchiseDrybar
Available in California
$250,000
Hospice Agency – Sherman Oaks, Los Angeles County
Sherman Oaks, CA
$250,000
Profitable HVAC/Hydronics Company located in S. California
California
$599,000
Resort Retail Apparel, Gift and Home Decor Store - Sale Pending
$389,000
Lake Arrowhead, CA
'THE CHEESESTEAK SHOP' has a Profitable and Popular Location for Sale.
Alameda, CA
$249,999
Profitable HVAC/Hydronics Company S. California
California
$599,000
Franchise101 Mobility
Available in California
$100,000
800SF Pizzeria For Sale; Corner Location & Great Neighborhood Goodwill
Alameda, CA
$75,000
High-Growth Residential Cleaning Franchise Resale - Prime San Diego
San Diego County, CA
$189,000
Downtown LA Restaurant – $350K+ per month in 2024 – $600K
Los Angeles, CA
$600,000
Central California Truck Stop & C-Store with Real Estate Included
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
California
$1,995,000
High Traffic Dry Cleaners For Sale
Rocklin, CA
$200,000
REBECCA CHATHAM
RLC Business Brokers
Serving Orange County, CA
RLC Business Brokers is a boutique M&A firm based in Orange County, CA, focused on the sale of small and lower middle market businesses across a range of industries. We specialize in helping service-based and cash-flowing main street businesses prepare for and successfully navigate the sale process. Founder Rebecca Chatham has personally built and sold multiple companies, including a document shredding business, a commercial cleaning operation, and a landscape construction company. Prior to launching RLC, she held a management role with Allstate Insurance, where she supported independent agency owners in buying, selling, merging, and financing their businesses. With firsthand experience on both sides of the table, she brings a uniquely empathetic, strategic, and results-driven approach to each transaction. At RLC, we believe that even small businesses deserve expert representation. We offer a modern, transparent brokerage experience built on trust, hustle, and clear communication. We understand that many owners don’t have perfect books and we specialize in uncovering and presenting the real value behind years of hard work. We take on a limited number of listings to give each one the attention it deserves. Whether you're looking to retire, relocate, or explore your business’s worth for the first time, RLC is your trusted partner in building a clear, profitable exit strategy.
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Wellness Center
Los Angeles County, CA
$150,000
Coin Laundry - Owner Absentee-Plenty of Parking
Santa Clara County, CA
$296,000
Highly Profitable Medical Supply Store For Sale Solano County
$500,000
Solano County, CA
Coffee & Tea with Dessert Shop
Los Alamitos, CA
$200,000
Liquor Store for Sale in Murrieta
Murrieta, CA
$300,000
FranchisePaintEZ
Available Nationwide
$25,000
Corner Restaurant Spacious kitchen with a Long Hood & Patio
Milpitas, CA
$288,000
Spacious Restaurant W/ Open Kitchen on El- Camino Real W/type 41
Redwood City, CA
$228,000
Restaurant next to Angels Stadium of Anaheim & Honda Center
Anaheim, CA
$98,000
9 FedEx Ground Routes - Oceanside, CA - Seller & Vehicle Financing
Oceanside, CA
$900,000
6 FedEx Ground Routes - Santa Rosa, CA - Seller & Vehicle Financing
Windsor, CA
$550,000
A turn-key business for the mosquito & pest season!
Orange County, CA
$69,500
Profitable Chiropractic Clinic in High-Traffic Location, San Francisco
San Francisco County, CA
$429,000
Best Ramen in Santa Clarita Valley
Santa Clarita, CA
$250,000
Dry Cleaner Agency Great Location Near Huntington Hospital
Pasadena, CA
$50,000
FranchiseThe Lash Lounge
Available in California
$200,000
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.
