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Breakfast and Lunch Cafe

Stanislaus County, CA

Breakfast and lunch American/Mexican cafe....

$1,200,000

$1,200,000

Cash Flow: $400,000

Growth potential pilates yoga studio!

Diamond Bar, CA

Turnkey Pilates and Yoga Studio - Diamond Bar, CA This established fitness studio presents an exceptional opportunity to acquire a fully operational Pilates and yoga business in the desirable Diamond...

$160,000

$160,000

Cash Flow: $100,000

Profitable Established Korean Cosmetics Store-OC Over 10+years

Orange County, CA

Profitable Established Korean Cosmetics Store-OC Over 10+years Financial Information Asking Price: $180,000 Cash Flow : $114,000 Gross Revenue: $484,000 Imagine walking into a thriving Korean...

$180,000

$180,000

Cash Flow: $114,000

Title IV & VA Approved Cosmetology School-Established Since 2006

Los Angeles County, CA

This is a rare opportunity to acquire a premier cosmetology and beauty school franchise with nearly two decades of proven performance in one of the most competitive beauty markets in the country. The...

$2,800,000

$2,800,000

Cash Flow: $722,974

Salon and Beauty Regional Franchisor

California

Our team is representing a long-established regional sub franchisor within the salon and beauty industry seeking a strategic acquirer. The company oversees multiple territories across the Western U.S....

Not Disclosed

Not Disclosed

Cash Flow: $416,795

Aggressively Priced — Seller Ready to Move

Arcadia, CA

Great opportunity to take over a restaurant space on Duarte Road in Arcadia, one of the area’s most visible commercial corridors. The location sits near the intersection with Baldwin Avenue, a central...

$45,000

$45,000

Hot C Pot - hot pot

Fountain Valley, CA

This well-established restaurant offers an exceptional dining experience with all-you-can-eat hot pot featuring premium meats and fresh seafood, alongside delicious dim sum. We also have plans to...

$699,000

$699,000

Turnkey Luxury Transportation Business for Sale

San Diego County, CA

This is a rare opportunity to acquire a fully operational luxury transportation business in Southern California, ready to generate income from day one. Based in San Diego and serving Los Angeles,...

$80,000

$80,000

Turnkey Luxury Transportation Business-SBA Pre-Approved

Orange County, CA

For almost 25 years, this luxury transportation business has provided high-quality black car transportation services throughout Orange County and the greater Los Angeles area. They offer...

$1,399,999

$1,399,999

Cash Flow: $674,369

Premier Indoor Dog Training Franchise with an Outstanding Reputation!

San Diego, CA

Exceptional opportunity to own an established positive-reinforcement dog training franchise serving a large and loyal community of dog owners. This well-known training facility specializes in group...

$150,000

$150,000

Tea-rrific Boba Shop for sale!

Glendale, CA

Ideally situated in the heart of Glendale, this charming boba tea shop blends minimalist design with vibrant aesthetics and abundant natural light. This is a fully turnkey operation with a loyal...

$75,000

$75,000

Bakery/ Donut Shop For Sale

San Bernardino County, CA

Established Bakery and Donut Shop presenting an excellent opportunity for an aspiring entrepreneur or experienced operator. This well-established business has been serving the San Bernardino County...

$59,900

$59,900

Turn-key Prine location Restaurant on the Busy Plaza

Contra Costa County, CA

Location Location Location A restaurant is for sale w a prime location! Situated on a busy shopping plaza w other national restaurants, an anchor, and over 2000 residential units. Fully equipped w a...

$149,000

$149,000

San Francisco Facial Plastic Surgery Clinic for Sale

San Francisco, CA

San Francisco, CA

8 FedEx Ground Routes, Arcadia CA

Arcadia, CA

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

$795,000

$795,000

EBITDA: $250,000

8 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...

$827,000

$827,000

EBITDA: $229,000

Brannon Poe

Poe Group Advisors

Serving San Francisco County, CA

Poe Group Advisors is the premier accounting practice intermediary firm in the accounting industry. With practices located throughout the U.S. and Canada, our company is known for our seamless process as well as our efficient and diligent approach to facilitating the buying and selling of CPA firms. Armed with a passion for people and unmatched expertise, our team of experts has a deep knowledge of accounting industry and an intense focus on maximizing value or minimizing risk.

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9 FedEx Ground Routes, Fairfield CA

Fairfield, CA

Well-established and highly profitable FedEx P&D (pickup and delivery) routes based out of FAIRFIELD CA. All routes are close or contiguous, making load sharing among routes efficient. Each route...

$1,224,000

$1,224,000

EBITDA: $340,000

Kid's Race Car & Lego party entertainment business

Torrance, CA

If you enjoy working with kids and you are available to work on most weekends then you should explore owning my Playparty.net ultimate race car & LEGO themed party entertainment business. I am the...

$55,000

$55,000

Chinese restaurant is in downtown area

Pleasanton, CA

A Chinese restaurant is for sale in a desirable downtown area. The property features a parking lot in the rear and a patio in the front. Located in a thriving district with high foot traffic, the...

$210,000

$210,000

Mailbox and Shipping Store in Santa Monica

Santa Monica, CA

ESTABLISHED MAILBOX AND SHIPPING STORE - SANTA MONICA This well-established mailbox rental and shipping store has been serving the Santa Monica community for over 20 years since its founding in 2000....

$125,000

$125,000

Turnkey Record Store & Event Venue w 42 Beer & Wine + Events Permit

Long Beach, CA

Turnkey Record Store & Music Venue – Perfect for Music Lovers! Step into a rare opportunity to own a fully operational, turnkey record store and events venue—designed for anyone passionate about...

$150,000

$150,000

Est. 40 year Tax, Accounting, and Payroll Practice $1,500,000 Revenue

Orange, CA

Strongly prefer a CA CPA owner operator who lives in Orange County CA, this is not meant to be a passive investment The owner is a CPA • This practice was established in 1985 • Software in use...

$1,875,000

$1,875,000

Mediterranean Restaurant

Temecula, CA

Established Mediterranean Restaurant in Prime Temecula Location This thriving Mediterranean restaurant presents an exceptional opportunity for an experienced operator or investor seeking an...

$375,000

$375,000

Established - Cigar (Smoke) Shop - Great Location -Hight Net- Low Rent

Clovis, CA

Turn key Cigar (Smoke) Shop - Profitable – Easy to Manage – Top Location – Semi Absentee. Great opportunity to own an attractive build, high volume, high gross profit, major busy intersection...

Not Disclosed

Not Disclosed

Cash Flow: $140,000

FULLY TURNKEY | Established Grocery Store in San Gabriel Vally, CA

$1,300,000 - Los Angeles County, CA

$1,300,000

Los Angeles County, CA

5 FedEx Ground Routes - Sun Valley, CA - Vehicle Financing

Sun Valley, CA

The Asking Price for all routes, including 5 vehicles, is $450,000 in outright cash plus $50,000 in estimated possible vehicle financing (Total Purchase Price: $500,000). FedEx Ground Routes for Sale:...

$500,000

$500,000

Cash Flow: $216,104

9 FedEx Ground Routes - Carson, CA - Seller & Vehicle Financing

Carson, CA

The Asking Price for all routes, including 9 vehicles, is $700,000 in outright cash, plus $75,000 in estimated possible vehicle financing, plus $250,000 in seller financing (Total Purchase Price:...

$1,025,000

$1,025,000

Cash Flow: $358,823

18 FedEx Ground Routes - Los Angeles, CA - Seller & Vehicle Financing

Vernon, CA

The Asking Price for all routes, including 18 vehicles, is $1,000,000 in outright cash, plus $200,000 in estimated possible vehicle financing, plus $250,000 in seller financing (Total Purchase Price:...

$1,450,000

$1,450,000

Cash Flow: $712,920

BakeBros of Baldwin Park

Baldwin Park, CA

PRICED TO SELL……. BakeBros has been a family business for the past 8 years. Due to some unfortunate circumstance,family is moving out of the country. In 2024 and 2025 , this location grossed nearly 2...

$350,000

$350,000

$8 Million Farmers Premium Book of Business Agency For Sale

Long Beach, CA

Established Farmers Insurance Agency For Sale - $8 Million Premium Book This well-established Farmers Insurance agency presents an exceptional opportunity to acquire a thriving business with...

$1,200,000

$1,200,000

Turn-Key 2nd Gen Cafe Opportunity in Folsom!

Folsom, CA

Rare opportunity to acquire a 1,372 sq ft retail space located in a high-traffic shopping center on East Bidwell Street in Folsom. Surrounded by popular restaurants, salons, and service businesses,...

$200,000

$200,000

Hot Dog fast food restaurant (Franchise) near UC Berkeley

Berkeley, CA

A franchise hot dog restaurant is for sale near UC Berkeley. It is situated in a busy plaza alongside other fast-food establishments which attracts a large crowd to this location. The space is newly...

$132,000

$132,000

Wonderful Restaurant in Great Downtown Petaluma Location for Sale

Petaluma, CA

Rarely does a restaurant come available in Downtown Petaluma. Now available is a gorgeous restaurant in a wonderful location in lovely downtown Petaluma. This 3,200 square foot restaurant has seating...

$195,000

$195,000

small EAGLE ROCK restaurant

Eagle Rock, CA

Size: 870 SF. Occupancy: 26 seats Rent: $3,801.20 + NNN Lease Term: good thru 4/30/2028 Option: 5 years Fully equipped kitchen, one ADA restroom, 32 parking spaces,...

$120,000

$120,000

Fully Equipped Sushi Restaurant – Beer & Wine License Included

Modesto, CA

Confidential sushi restaurant opportunity located in a strong commercial trade area within California’s Central Valley. The restaurant features a spacious dining room, sushi bar, and a fully equipped...

$230,000

$230,000

Santa Monica Restaurant/ Busy Breakfast Spot Beer & Wine Prime Area

$1,050,000 - Santa Monica, CA

$1,050,000

Santa Monica, CA

Profitable Dry Cleaners in Affulent Beach Location

Orange County, CA

MONTHLY GROSS: $416,560/2025 MONTHLY RENT: $6,300 LEASE TERMS: 2 STORE SIZE: 1,300 SF OPEN HOURS: 8AM – 6PM MON-FRI, 9AM-3PM SAT EMPLOYEES: 3 FT, 2 PT WAGE: $21,000/MO. OWNER SINCE: 2022 REASON FOR...

$350,000

$350,000

Cash Flow: $115,000

Profitable Nifty Package Co. Business For Sale: Established 2015

Orange County, CA

Nifty Package Co is an established & profitable luxury gift wrapping and gift basket business. Our client list is phenomenal and we are a niche business. Perfect for a mom and daughter wanting to take...

$1,750,000

$1,750,000

Cash Flow: $177,181

6.4+/- Acre Licensed Cannabis Farm on 800 Acres in Humboldt County

Honeydew, CA

This exquisite Ranch is set in the heart of the coveted Mattole Valley, in the foothills of the Lost Coast Kings Range National Conservation Area. Spanning 800+/- acres, the land offers a unique mix...

$5,995,000

$5,995,000

Established Landscaping Business Serving Long Beach/South LA/North OC

Los Angeles County, CA

This established landscaping business has been active for 25 years with a strong reputation and client relationships with many property management companies that include landscape maintenance...

$375,000

$375,000

Cash Flow: $99,703

Smoke Shop And Cellphone repair store

Los Angeles, CA

Established smoke shop and cell phone repair business operating in Los Angeles, CA since 2022. This dual-revenue stream retail operation combines tobacco and vape products with mobile phone sales and...

$30,000

$30,000

Flower Shop in Stevenson Ranch

Stevenson Ranch, CA

This is a sale of the Flower Shop in the City of Stevenson Ranch in Santa Clarita Valley. Business is located in Shopping Center with lots of foot and driving traffic and has an excellent exposure....

$145,000

$145,000

Wood Carving Business

Big Bear Lake, CA

KIRBY'S CUSTOM CARVINGS! Established in 2001, Kirby's Custom Carvings is the perfect Alpine retail business opportunity in the area. Business includes a favorable lease ($900 P/M), Goodwill,...

$150,000

$150,000

Profitable Orange County Deli – Absentee & Loyal Client Base

Orange County, CA

Absentee Owned – High-Volume Lunch & Catering Powerhouse The Opportunity A rare opportunity to acquire one of Orange County’s most established and resilient sandwich shops. For over 20 years, this...

$199,900

$199,900

John Irvine

Liberty Business Advisors of San Francisco Inc.

Serving Contra Costa County, CA

A highly respected and trusted company in helping to facilitate buying and selling of businesses in California. We specialize in the confidential sale, acquisition and valuation of small to medium sized businesses. Trust the biggest business decision in your life to the firm with the highest integrity, operating with the utmost confidentiality and a solid commitment to you, the business owner.

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Highly Profitable Turn Key Auto Body Repair Shop - Prime La

Los Angeles, CA

* Image for illustration purposes.* This is a rare opportunity to acquire a well-established auto collision repair business located in a highly desirable and densely populated area of Los Angeles...

$200,000

$200,000

Cash Flow: $100,000

Remote California-based Immigration Law Firm for Sale

Dana Point, CA

About the Firm The owner recently returned to practice after a lengthy health-related leave. Before the leave, the owner successfully practiced for 20 years. For almost a decade, his former Midwest...

Not Disclosed

Not Disclosed

Cash Flow: $260,000

Established Farmers Insurance Agency for Sale

$525,000 - Marysville, CA

$525,000

Marysville, CA

Boba Shop & Cafe Near College Campus – Prime South Bay Location

Los Angeles County, CA

This turn-key boba shop and cafe is located steps from a college campus in a high-traffic South Bay LA corner spot, capturing steady business year-round. The business generates multiple revenue...

$150,000

$150,000

Fully operational Animal Clinic.

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Shasta County, CA

ESTABLISHED VETERINARY PRACTICE WITH REAL ESTATE OPPORTUNITY This fully operational animal clinic represents a turnkey acquisition opportunity featuring 27 years of continuous operation in Northern...

$1,135,000

$1,135,000

Cash Flow: $425,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Joint Commission Medicare Certified Ambulatory Surgery Center

Los Angeles County, CA

Highlight Features • Joint Commission Medicare Deem Status • 1 Fully Equipped Operating Room • 2-Bed Fully Equipped PACU with Crash Cart • 2 Exam Room • OEC 9800 Plus C-ARM • Patient Restroom • 1914...

$925,000

$925,000

Legacy High-End Driving School – LA Area, CA | 7 Instructors

Los Angeles County, CA

Offered for acquisition is a long-established, premium driving school serving the greater Los Angeles market, with a reputation built over decades for professionalism, safety, and results. Founded in...

$638,000

$638,000

Cash Flow: $208,332

Established Neighborhood Pizzeria in Laguna Niguel

Laguna Niguel, CA

For more than four decades, this neighborhood pizzeria has been a go to spot for families in Laguna Niguel, serving classic pizza, pasta, and comfort favorites to generations of loyal customers....

$225,000

$225,000

Cash Flow: $126,126

Profitable Corner Café & Restaurant – Strong Cash Flow in High-Traffic

San Francisco County, CA

Located on a visible corner along one of San Francisco’s busiest central corridors, this established neighborhood café benefits from steady foot traffic, constant vehicle flow, and strong surrounding...

$330,000

$330,000

Popular Mongolian BBQ restaurant at the food court is for sale

Downey, CA

A popular Mongolian BBQ restaurant in the food court of a famous shopping mall is on sale for the first time in 25 years. This well-established fast-food Mongolian BBQ restaurant, located in the food...

$449,000

$449,000

Cash Flow: $174,497

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.