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Own a Popular Cypress Hotspot – Fully Operational Asian Fusion Restaur

Orange County, CA

Thriving Asian Fusion Restaurant in Prime Cypress Location – Turnkey Opportunity! Step into ownership of this fully operational, beautifully built Asian fusion restaurant located in a high-traffic...

$200,000

$200,000

Cash Flow: $100,000

Elite Baseball Athlete Training Business for Sale

Long Beach, CA

Armory Baseball – Established Baseball Training Business for Sale Now available: the opportunity to acquire Armory Baseball, a well-known and respected player development brand with a strong following...

$100,000

$100,000

Impressive & Well-known Cigar Shop-Lounge in Orange County, California

Orange County, CA

The original owner has been providing customers the best selection of cigars & his professional service in the past 22 yrs. There are many long time & repeated customers come to the shop every...

$230,000

$230,000

HIgh Volume Dental lab 400k+ net income /year and $2.2M gross revenue

Sacramento, CA

Imagine walking into your own thriving dental laboratory where precision meets profitability. This established Sacramento-based full-service dental lab has been serving the community for over 6 years,...

$2,100,000

$2,100,000

Cash Flow: $425,000

Unmatched Liquor Store Opportunity | High Traffic • Strong Margins •

Sacramento County, CA

Transform your investment into immediate cash flow with this turnkey liquor store delivering proven profitability and long-term security. You'll step into a business designed for success, whether you...

$950,000

$950,000

Cash Flow: $198,000

6 Beds Residential Care Faciity with Real Etate

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

San Jacinto, CA

Nestled in a very desirable quite area of San Jacinto, surrounded by beautiful rolling hills and homes of well-established upscale neighborhoods. Residential Care Facility for Elderly dedicated to...

$650,000

$650,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

6 Beds Residential Care Facility with Real Estate

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Hemet, CA

Residential Care Facility for Elderly dedicated to providing a comfortable, caring, and supervised living arrangement in a family home setting. There is a continuous 24/7 quality care for both...

$650,004

$650,004

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

High-Gear Investment: Profitable auto repair Franchise on Busy street

Sacramento County, CA

Imagine walking into your own profitable auto repair franchise that practically runs itself. You'll love this 4,400+ square foot facility with six drive-in bays - it's everything you've been looking...

$325,000

$325,000

Cash Flow: $119,949

Long-Established HVAC Installation Business with $10M+ Pipeline

Walnut, CA

This is a rare opportunity to acquire a well-established HVAC installation company with over 45 years of experience in multi-family new construction across Southern California. The business has built...

$1,500,000

$1,500,000

Cash Flow: $768,022

2 FedEx Linehaul Routes - Marietta, GA - Vehicle Financing

Marietta, CA

Asking Price: $650,000 in outright cash plus $200,000 in estimated possible vehicle financing (Total Purchase Price: $850,000). FedEx Linehaul Routes for Sale: Well-established and highly profitable...

$650,000

$650,000

Cash Flow: $294,837

2 FedEx Linehaul Routes - Orlando, FL - Vehicle Financing

Orlando, CA

Asking Price: $525,000 in outright cash plus $250,000 in estimated possible vehicle financing (Total Purchase Price: $775,000). FedEx Linehaul Routes for Sale: Well-established and highly profitable...

$525,000

$525,000

Cash Flow: $226,818

5 FedEx Linehaul Routes - Orlando, FL - Vehicle Financing

Orlando, CA

Asking Price: $1,175,000 in outright cash plus $625,000 in estimated possible vehicle financing (Total Purchase Price: $1,800,000). FedEx Linehaul Routes for Sale: Well-established and highly...

$1,175,000

$1,175,000

Cash Flow: $512,691

Natural Nail Salon

Bell Gardens, CA

A well-established nail salon in Bell Garden. It's located in a busy retail shop and professional offices. The salon has 6 chairs, 5 tables, 1 waxing/facial room, and an eating and supplies area. The...

$35,000

$35,000

Commercial Landscaping Company For Sale

$120,000 - Desert Hot Springs, CA

$120,000

Desert Hot Springs, CA

5 Star Turnkey Auto Repair Business in High End Business Complex

San Jose, CA

Introducing a well established auto repair business located in a very safe, (gated) high-end business complex in North San Jose (95131). We have been in business here for 11+ years (25 years total...

$279,000

$279,000

Popular Seafood Boil and Asian Fusion Restaurant

Fair Oaks, CA

A seafood boil and Chinese restaurant. A variety of foods offered here that are different from any restaurant locally. High rating within google, yelp, doordash, Uber eats, and Grubhub. We’ve been...

$175,000

$175,000

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CrossRoads Business Brokers

Serving Orange County, CA

CrossRoads is a full service mergers and acquisitions firm that focuses on providing exceptional service to Buyers and Sellers of small to medium-sized businesses in a variety of industries. Our services are delivered with the maximum in confidentiality, professionalism, and integrity. CrossRoads is extremely effective and results oriented, leveraging a database of qualified Financial and Strategic Buyers and a confidential national collaborative network of Business Intermediaries. We serve the needs of potential Buyers and Sellers discretely and professionally with one mission in mind: To add exceptional value to a seamless process of business transfer. We differentiate ourselves by taking an advisory approach to the needs of Sellers and Buyers. We have the experience and expertise to value and present your business in the best manner possible, or assist you in identifying a business that fits your criteria and personal preferences. Sellers benefit from our professional approach in packaging, presenting, and promoting their business, and from a vast database of registered qualified Buyers including entrepreneurs, investors, professionals and corporations. Buyers benefit from our guidance through the, sometimes uncertain, road to business ownership, and from all the resources we bring to bear that they can leverage to make that transition smoother. Professional Affiliations M & A Source – Organization supporting mid-market Mergers and Acquisitions Intermediaries International Business Brokers Association – Education and professional standards California Association of Business Brokers – Education and professional standards Alliance of M&A Advisors Ellermeyer Connect – Executive Career Transition Networking Resources HCBizMarketplace BizBuySell Bizquest Mergerplace International Business Brokers Association California Association of Business Brokers M & A Source Bizben – California Businesses for Sale Sellerworks Businessesforsale BusinessBroker Globalbx

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Busy And Money-Making Body Shop For Sale !!!

Santa Clarita, CA

For Sale busy and very profitable body shop in Santa Clarita. Over 3,000 SF space, with top-of-a-line equipment, spray booth, all the high quality tools that you need....

$395,000

$395,000

Semi-absentee, Full-service Moving & Storage Business For Sale

Irvine, CA

This fast-growing moving and storage company is both highly profitable and well-positioned for continued expansion. The sale includes a fleet of trucks along with four sizes of heavy-duty, all-steel...

$302,000

$302,000

Cash Flow: $140,000

Custom Event Sign and Decor Rental business

Santa Ana, CA

If you’re looking to step into a long established, creative, and high-demand industry, This Listing presents the perfect opportunity. Founded in 2015 in Long Island NY. and fully established in Orange...

$250,000

$250,000

Cash Flow: $171,835

Reputable Auto Repair Shop in Prime Location SF San Mateo County

Belmont, CA

This family-owned business was established 24 years ago offering excellence in diagnosis, service, repairs and general maintenance for various makes and models vehicles. The genuine and great reviews...

$49,000

$49,000

Huge traffic-perfect for Mex Food or Keep current Asian Menu

Chula Vista, CA

Turnkey Restaurant Opportunity on Prime Busy Street! Ready-to-Go Restaurant in a High-Traffic Location – Ideal for Any Cuisine! Don’t miss this outstanding opportunity to own a fully built-out...

$139,999

$139,999

5 FedEx Linehaul Routes - Ocala, FL - Vehicle Financing

Ocala, CA

Asking Price: $1,450,000 in outright cash plus $350,000 in estimated possible vehicle financing (Total Purchase Price: $1,800,000). FedEx Linehaul Routes for Sale: Well-established and highly...

$1,450,000

$1,450,000

Cash Flow: $651,750

3 FedEx Linehaul Routes - Ocala, FL - Vehicle Financing

Ocala, CA

Asking Price: $850,000 in outright cash plus $225,000 in estimated possible vehicle financing (Total Purchase Price: $1,075,000). FedEx Linehaul Routes for Sale: Well-established and highly profitable...

$850,000

$850,000

Cash Flow: $387,985

4 FedEx Linehaul Routes - Marietta, GA - Vehicle Financing

Marietta, CA

Asking Price: $800,000 in outright cash, plus $500,000 in estimated possible vehicle financing (Total Purchase Price: $1,300,000). FedEx Linehaul Routes for Sale: Well-established and highly...

$800,000

$800,000

Cash Flow: $347,059

Turnkey Regional Center Business - EB-5 Investment & Real Estate Dev

$300,000 - Orange County, CA

$300,000

Orange County, CA

2 FedEx Linehaul Routes - Marietta, GA - Vehicle Financing

Marietta, CA

Asking Price: $375,000 in outright cash, plus $225,000 in estimated possible vehicle financing (Total Purchase Price: $600,000). FedEx Linehaul Routes for Sale: Well-established and highly profitable...

$375,000

$375,000

Cash Flow: $171,267

Medical Overpayments Recovery Business

California

This absentee-run healthcare overpayment recovery company has been specializing in recovering payer account balances for major health insurers since 1996. It’s earned a strong reputation as a trusted...

$10,500,000

$10,500,000

Cash Flow: $2,131,460

Beauty Lash Salon Clients and Equipment For Sale

San Carlos, CA

Beauty Lash Salon - Established Client Base & Equipment For Sale This lash salon presents an exceptional opportunity to acquire an established beauty business with strong financial performance and...

$9,000

$9,000

Turnkey Preschool & Daycare | Profitable Operation + 160-Child Lic.

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Dixon, CA

Established Child Care Center with Real Estate and Expansion Parcel This is a rare opportunity to acquire a fully operational preschool and child care center located in a growing residential corridor...

$5,456,131

$5,456,131

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Established Home Staging Business w Warehouse SBA Pre Qualified

Los Angeles County, CA

This is a rare opportunity to acquire a highly reputable and profitable home staging business serving the South Bay area for the past 7 years. The company has built a strong brand and long-standing...

$399,025

$399,025

Cash Flow: $155,000

Established Hospice Agency for Sale

Los Angeles, CA

Established Hospice Agency For Sale Established Hospice Agency for Sale. Comes with all program books and documents up to date. Geographic service areas consist of San Bernardino, Riverside, Los...

$380,000

$380,000

Mexican Grill Restaurant (Northwest)

Bakersfield, CA

MEXICAN GRILL style food Northwest Area! Minimal table service in dining with Drive Thru ! Full upfront food hot and cold lines. Full kitchen stoves, flat tops, salamander, warmers, cold line with...

$280,000

$280,000

Established Nationwide Printing & Packaging Business – 13 Locations

San Francisco, CA

Rare opportunity to acquire a well-established commercial printing & packaging company with a strong national footprint and significant upside potential. •13 Google Business locations across major...

$1,950,000

$1,950,000

Cash Flow: $360,000

Attractive Semi-Open Kitchen Restaurant Type 41 License Huge Patio

San Jose, CA

PRICE DROPPED FOR A QUICK SALE! This Restaurant is located in border of Santa Clara / San Jose area. This area is known for being part of Silicon Valley, a major hub for technology and innovation....

$198,000

$198,000

Formal Ware Dress Shop

Orange County, CA

FORMAL WEAR DRESS SHOP - ORANGE COUNTY'S PREMIER DESTINATION Established in 2010, this fashion-forward formal wear boutique has built a strong reputation as Orange County's largest dress shop of its...

$150,000

$150,000

Cash Flow: $225,000

Brand New Turnkey Stretching Studio! (80% SBA Financing)

$150,000 - San Diego, CA

$150,000

San Diego, CA

Concrete Contractor – Central Coast

Santa Cruz County, CA

This long-standing concrete contracting company has been serving the Central Coast region since the mid-1980s. Known for its quality work and reliability, the business has a strong track record in...

$750,000

$750,000

My Little Flower Shop

Palm Springs, CA

"My Little Flower Shop" is a distinguished floral design business nestled in beautiful Palm Springs, California. With over 50 years of experience, this shop has built a reputation for excellence in...

$175,000

$175,000

Cash Flow: $129,981

Liquor Store in Los Angeles

Los Angeles County, CA

This liquor store is an absentee owner and this liquor store is located in a great location and this place is definitely a hidden gem and this is a perfect location for the liquor store with lots of...

$650,000

$650,000

Cash Flow: $96,000

Profitable Pet Grooming Business

California

Well-established pet grooming and retail business available in the East Bay. This profitable operation has built a loyal customer base by offering trusted grooming services and quality pet products in...

$79,000

$79,000

Cash Flow: $43,128

Unique Japanese Sushi in Monterey Park

Los Angeles County, CA

This is an asset sale !!! This unique and authentic Japanese sushi restaurant has been a staple in the Monterey Park for decades. This restaurant serves authentic Japanese food that is amazingly and...

$120,000

$120,000

Cash Flow: $24,000

The only gas station in town & store is ready for a new owner to open!

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Markleeville, CA

UNIQUE MONOPOLY OPPORTUNITY - Only Gas Station in Markleeville, CA This exceptional business opportunity offers the only gas station serving Markleeville and the surrounding miles in scenic Alpine...

$499,000

$499,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Waba Grill Teriyaki Franchise Restaurant

Los Angeles, CA

This Waba Grill Teriyaki Franchise Restaurant offers a stable revenue structure and has been in operation for over 10 years at this location, attracting many regular customers and ensuring steady...

$200,000

$200,000

Cash Flow: $73,800

Long Term HVAC Company East of Sacramento

El Dorado County, CA

Fantastic Opportunity to own an HVAC company just east of Sacramento. The company is 97% residential, 3% commercial with no new construction or refrigeration. They have flat rate pricing in place,...

$1,000,000

$1,000,000

Cash Flow: $428,327

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8 FedEx Ground Routes - Tucson, AZ - Seller & Vehicle Financing

Tucson, CA

Asking Price: $350,000 in outright cash, plus $275,000 in estimated possible vehicle financing, plus $200,000 in seller financing (Total Purchase Price: $825,000). FedEx Ground Routes for Sale:...

$350,000

$350,000

Cash Flow: $244,017

18 FedEx Ground Routes - Tucson, AZ - Seller & Vehicle Financing

Tucson, CA

Asking Price: $650,000 in outright cash, plus $500,000 in estimated possible vehicle financing, plus $400,000 in seller financing (Total Purchase Price: $1,550,000). FedEx Ground Routes for Sale:...

$650,000

$650,000

Cash Flow: $434,069

Printing Equipment for Sale – Excellent Condition, Profitable Business

$18,000 - Los Angeles County, CA

$18,000

Los Angeles County, CA

Almost 11 years and still going strong!

Indio, CA

We’ve worked hard to root ourselves in the community. Not just workout enthusiasts but also young athletes, local high schools and a variety of local businesses as well as some of the active adult...

$299,000

$299,000

Classic American Diner

Orange County, CA

This classic American Diner has been providing great food and service since 2010. Located in a historic area Orange County that brings patrons far and wide. Great space with outdoor seating and...

$389,000

$389,000

Cash Flow: $122,313

Own a Restaurant/Full Bar for the Price of a 47 Liquor License down

Santa Cruz, CA

Now is your chance to own an existing restaurant with minimal down payment while financing the balance of the purchase price. Discover over twenty years of authentic Italian cuisine at the heart of...

$299,900

$299,900

Established & Profitable- Lighting Retail Business for Sale –

San Mateo County, CA

Step into a well-established lighting retail store with a loyal customer base and strong reputation for quality products and service. This business offers a wide range of modern, classic, and...

$148,000

$148,000

Cash Flow: $112,192

CA Laboratory with Medicare, Medi-Cal, Z-code, All Molecular, Note

Riverside, CA

Manhattan Biz is presenting an established clinical laboratory with California State Laboratory License, High-Complexity CLIA, Medicare and Medi-Cal, z-code, all necessary equipment. Laboratory is...

$550,000

$550,000

Turnkey Pizzeria in High-Traffic Location in Stanislaus County

Stanislaus County, CA

An excellent opportunity to acquire a well-established, semi-absentee-run pizzeria located in one of the Central Valley’s busiest retail shopping centers. Positioned in a high-traffic corridor with...

$225,999

$225,999

Turnkey Coffee Shop Opportunity – Prime Location, Ready to Operate

San Jose, CA

Turnkey Coffee Shop – Prime San Jose Location – Only $99,988 Fantastic opportunity to own a fully built-out coffee shop in a busy San Jose neighborhood! Located on a high-traffic corridor with strong...

$99,988

$99,988

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.