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Established Home Services Franchise – Profitable & Turnkey Opportunity

Santa Clara, CA

Established Home Services Franchise – Profitable & Turnkey Opportunity Location: Santa Clara, CA Asking Price: $549,900 Average Seller’s Discretionary Earnings (SDE): $242,784 Take advantage of a rare...

$549,900

$549,900

Cash Flow: $242,784

Profitable and well known cafe in Sherman Oaks

Sherman Oaks, CA

Well-Known, High-Profit Café in Sherman Oaks – Semi-Absentee Run Turnkey Opportunity to own a popular and profitable café in a prime Sherman Oaks location. This well-established business is...

$440,000

$440,000

Cash Flow: $146,702

Two Profitable Absentee-Run Franchise Units – Turnkey Opportunity!

Los Angeles County, CA

Rare opportunity to acquire two established and profitable franchise units that are 100% absentee-run with experienced staff and systems in place. These units are part of a well-known national brand...

$689,000

$689,000

Cash Flow: $212,535

Restaurant for Sale - Milpitas !!

Milpitas, CA

Looking for an exceptional business opportunity in the food industry? Your search ends here! Presenting a newly remodeled restaurant located in center of Milpitas, surrounded by popular restaurants...

$500,000

$500,000

Well Established Sushi Restaurant

Modesto, CA

Well established sushi restaurant. Has a lot of growth potential. Great location near a major intersection of town. Seller has been in the restaurant business for several years. Monthly Rent: $...

$250,000

$250,000

Profitable Solana Beach Cafe

Solana Beach, CA

Exciting opportunity to acquire a beloved community staple restaurant. Iconic coastal location in Solana Beach, Sindi’s Snack Shack operates within a charming 90-year old converted garage. Recently...

$200,000

$200,000

Cash Flow: $98,000

Mobil Branded Gas Station & Brand New Market (Approved)

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Eagle Rock, CA

Do Not Visit Site Until You Speak With Broker. Please No Speaking with Employees/Ownership & Do Not Loiter on Property. Exclusively Listed and Presented By: Retail Link | The Gas Broker™. More Gas...

$5,499,999

$5,499,999

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Hair Salon

Glendale, CA

Established Hair Salon in Prime Montrose Location This well-established hair salon presents an exceptional opportunity for an entrepreneur looking to acquire a profitable business in the heart of...

$50,000

$50,000

Rare Opportunity Dry Cleaning Business w/ Real Estate For Sale

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Solano County, CA

Take advantage of this unique opportunity to own a thriving dry cleaning plant business and real estate in a prime location. Established for over 23 years, this business is located in a bustling spot...

$2,650,000

$2,650,000

Cash Flow: $164,195

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

NEMT- Non-Emergency Medical Transport

San Bernardino County, CA

ESTABLISHED NON-EMERGENCY MEDICAL TRANSPORTATION BUSINESS FOR SALE This turnkey NEMT operation in San Bernardino County presents an exceptional opportunity for entrepreneurs or healthcare investors...

$550,000

$550,000

Cash Flow: $210,000

Lego® Minifigures, Sets, Bricks & More!

Costa Mesa, CA

Bricks & Minifigs – Buy, Sell, Trade LEGO® Bricks & Minifigs is the largest LEGO® resale store in North America with over 100 locations since 2010. We specialize in new, used, and retired LEGO® sets,...

$349,000

$349,000

Cash Flow: $84,000

Sushi Kiosk - STATER BROS Grocery Store, High Net 7K Monthly AVG.

Murrieta, CA

This is a great opportunity for an owner-operator seeking a manageable and profitable business backed by a well-known franchise brand. The business has a strong reputation and benefits from a simple,...

$109,000

$109,000

Cash Flow: $84,000

Successful Sign Design and Printing Business For Sale

Placer County, CA

This is a great opportunity to acquire an excellent sign business. Having been in business for decades, this company has served all over Placer and Sacramento counties and beyond. The list of services...

$300,000

$300,000

Cash Flow: $120,000

Beverly Hills Restaurant for Sale - High Revenue & Growth Potential

$395,000 - Beverly Hills, CA

$395,000

Beverly Hills, CA

Ventura County Home Health – 30 Census

Simi Valley, CA

California Home Health Agency – Joint Commission Accredited – Clean & Scalable This agency presents a rare opportunity for an experienced operator to acquire a compliant, active, and Joint...

$899,000

$899,000

Cash Flow: $382,085

Grocery & Specialty Market – Stanislaus County

Modesto, CA

MUST GO!!!!! SELLER FINANCING AVAILABLE!!! A rare opportunity to acquire a beautifully updated grocery and specialty market in the heart of Modesto, located in Stanislaus County. This store has been...

$130,000

$130,000

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Petroleum Realty Group ®

Serving Orange County, CA

The Petroleum Realty Group ® specializes in the sale and purchase of gas stations and convenience stores and has quickly risen to become the premier Gas Station, Car wash and alternative fuel advisor in California. Born out of the Corporate services world, the Petroleum Realty Group was formed to provide professional advice to an industry sector that has hitherto suffered from inconsistencies and mistrust. Buying or selling a Gas Station and Car Wash is no different from any other large capital transaction. Our clients are seeking an industry expert who not only knows the intricacies of the business but who can guild them through the financial implications and legal ramifications associated Gas Stations and Car Washes. With over a billion dollars of transactions over the past 10 years our success speaks for itself. We have eliminated the guess work from buying or selling gas stations and car washes by keeping and maintaining an extensive database of owners and operators in California. Every transaction is recorded and used to aid our evaluation process. If you are looking for Gas Station for Sale in California or through out the states please call us or bisit our web site WWW.Petroleumrealtygroup.com Membership to the group is limited to those Brokers who are 100% devoted to the Gas Station business, have experience in both fuel distribution and marketing and have the ability to analyze complicated financial and environmental documentation.

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Cash Flowing Liquor Store in Prime Traffic Corridor | Alameda County

Alameda County, CA

Cash Flowing Liquor Store in Alameda County, CA An excellent opportunity to acquire a well-established, absentee-run liquor store located along one of Alameda County's busiest retail corridors....

$349,999

$349,999

Turnkey Liquor Store in a Busy Area - San Joaquin County

San Joaquin County, CA

Turnkey opportunity to own a well-established liquor store located in a high-traffic area of San Joaquin County. This 2,000 sq ft store is clean, organized, and fully stocked, offering a wide variety...

$330,999

$330,999

DRY CLEANERS, $600K+ Annually, $160K+ Profit-No. CA

Santa Rosa, CA

This is a very profitable business opportunity, operating out of two locations in very busy, well-anchored shopping centers. After forty-five (45) years in the dry-cleaning business, the owner is...

$495,000

$495,000

Nursery Garden Center in Murphys,CA

Murphys, CA

Eden Garden Center – Established Nursery for Sale in Murphys, CA Offered Turnkey – Inventory Included Step into a thriving business with deep roots in the community! Eden Garden Center is the only...

$199,000

$199,000

Established Lash Extension Business – 10 Years – Turnkey Operation

Alameda, CA

ESTABLISHED LASH EXTENSION BUSINESS – 10 YEARS – TURNKEY OPERATION This profitable lash extension business in Alameda, CA offers an exceptional opportunity to acquire a well-established beauty service...

$15,000

$15,000

Exceptional turnkey cannabis cultivation facility

Antioch, CA

EXCEPTIONAL TURNKEY CANNABIS BUSINESS - IMMEDIATE OPERATION READY This rare investment opportunity presents a fully operational cannabis business featuring a complete 5,200 square foot facility with...

$2,400,000

$2,400,000

Eagle Rock

Los Angeles, CA

A great opportunity to own a well-established and fully equipped Salon in the heart of Eagle Rock (Eagle Rock Blvd. & York) with great street signage, visibility and ample parking. The Salon has loyal...

$57,000

$57,000

Axe throwing venue for sale

West Covina, CA

We own an axe throwing venue called Axem Axe Throwing. It's a boutique style venue with 7 bays total. The bays hold up to 3 people with their own target, so the customers aren't sharing lanes with two...

$20,000

$20,000

Established Neoprene Drinkware Product Line for Strategic Integration

$25,000 - Rancho Cucamonga, CA

$25,000

Rancho Cucamonga, CA

Licensed Medicare Certified and JC Accredited HHA

Ventura County, CA

Home Health Care Agency serving Seniors in Ventura and North-West Los Angeles Counties. The agency offers Home Health Care services including patients in their place of residence. With a mission to...

Cash Flow: $250,000

Cash Flow: $250,000

Local Packing and Shipping Business Since 1983

Shasta County, CA

Established Local Packing and Shipping Business Since 1983 This well-established service business has been serving the Shasta County community for over 40 years, building a loyal customer base through...

$185,000

$185,000

Cash Flow: $65,000

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

SBA Approved Turnkey, Profitable Five Star Bakery

San Luis Obispo, CA

For reference, here’s a quick breakdown of the typical down payment requirements: 10% down for buyers with prior business ownership experience 15% down for those without relevant experience No...

$249,000

$249,000

Cash Flow: $118,000

Autopilot Storage Business For Sale - Absentee Owner

San Rafael, CA

Established Storage Facility & Warehouse Business - San Rafael, CA This turnkey storage facility presents an exceptional investment opportunity in San Rafael's prime North Bay location. Operating as a...

$850,000

$850,000

Profitable Noodle Restaurant-Great location

Sunnyvale, CA

A profitable noodle restaurant is for sale. It is located on El Camino Real, one of the busiest thoroughfares. Ample parking. A beer and wine license. This prime spot provides a spacious dining area...

$330,000

$330,000

Soil & Fertilizer Manufacturer

California

This is a specialized soil and fertilizer manufacturing company catering primarily to the cannabis cultivation industry. The business has built a strong reputation for producing high-quality mineral...

$5,000,000

$5,000,000

Jimboy’s Tacos Restaurant in Rancho Cordova

Rancho Cordova, CA

Jimboy’s Tacos Restaurant in Rancho Cordova RRC# 5079 Location: 4010 Sunrise Blvd #120, Rancho Cordova Description: Bring your own concept or take over this Jimboy’s restaurant. The business is...

$165,000

$165,000

Cash Flow: $25,836

San Bernardino County, Successful Restaurant, Bar & Large Patio

Chino, CA

San Bernardino County, Successful Restaurant, Bar & Large Patio, Corner Location in Major Strip Mall RRC# 5070 Location: San Bernardino County Description: This 4500 sq ft restaurant has become a...

$595,000

$595,000

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

Cannabis Retail & Delivery in San Francisco, CA

$850,000 - San Francisco, CA

$850,000

San Francisco, CA

Established Coding Center Franchise for Sale!

San Diego County, CA

The coding center serves children ages 7 to 14, teaching them coding through the creation of their own video games. Students develop problem-solving, critical thinking, and STEM skills in a fun, safe,...

$88,000

$88,000

Florist for sale on the Central Coast

Atascadero, CA

Established Florist for Sale on California's Central Coast This turnkey flower shop represents an excellent opportunity to enter the growing U.S. floral market, which is forecasted to exceed $1.9...

$40,000

$40,000

Santa Monica Blvd-High Volume Cafe-Outdoor Dining-Beer & Wine

Los Angeles County, CA

Thriving LA Café – Prime Corner Location with Beer & Wine License Step into one of Los Angeles' most beloved breakfast, brunch, and lunch destinations! This highly rated café has been delighting...

$349,000

$349,000

Cash Flow: $137,324

High-Margin Marine Service Business – Untapped Territory & Scalable

San Diego, CA

Step into a first-of-its-kind mobile marine service business specializing in non-invasive flushing and preventative maintenance for marine engine cooling systems. This proprietary process delivers...

$150,000

$150,000

Cash Flow: $50,000

Well-Established Hot Pot Restaurant for Sale – Rowland Heights

City Of Industry, CA

A rare opportunity to acquire a famous and highly reputable hot pot restaurant in the heart of Rowland Heights. This established business has been operating successfully since before the pandemic and...

$350,000

$350,000

Cash Flow: $85,000

Pizza Franchise - Beer & Wine - Very Attractive - High Gross High Net

Riverside County, CA

Great opportunity to own a very attractive, absentee owned, well known pizza franchise with beer & wine(ABC-Type 41) license in Temecula area, County of Riverside. Please note, that this attractive...

$995,000

$995,000

Cash Flow: $376,448

Mexican Restaurants with Real Estate - Two Units - High Gross High Net

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Orange County, CA

Rare opportunity to own two(2) High Gross, High Net, Mexican Restaurants with Real Estate(Land & Building) centrally located in County of Orange. Please note, that these businesses with ample seating...

$10,000,000

$10,000,000

Cash Flow: $1,323,473

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Long Estabished, Renowned BBQ Restaurant

Riverside County, CA

After decades of success, the creators of this highly-rated BBQ restaurant in Riverside County are ready to retire and pass their legacy on to the next generation. Their very effective website, social...

$395,900

$395,900

Cash Flow: $171,402

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Trabuco General Store for Sale same owner 11 years

Trabuco Canyon, CA

Address: 31021 Trabuco Canyon Rd, Trabuco Canyon, CA 92679 Sales : $37,500 average per month High profit Margin almost 50% same owner for the last 11 years Rent : $3800 including CAM Lease :5+5...

$349,000

$349,000

Cash Flow: $120,000

A Profitable Indian Restaurant

Fremont, CA

A profitable Indian restaurant is for sale. It is located in a busy shopping center with ample parking. It has a beautifully designed dining area consists tables, chiars, and booths. A good size...

$350,000

$350,000

Auto Body Shop Asset Sale

$125,000 - Monrovia, CA

$125,000

Monrovia, CA

Flower Shop In Santa Clarita!

Santa Clarita, CA

Flower shop for sale in the heart of Santa Clarita. This established and beautifully maintained shop offers a spacious layout, ideal for displaying arrangements and serving customers. A prime...

$120,000

$120,000

Beer and Wine Market in Anaheim for Sale

Anaheim, CA

Address: 926 E Broadway, Anaheim, CA 92805 Sales : 32k average per month Rent : $2030 including CAM Lease :5 years Asking price 170k plus inventory approx. 30k Buyer must do his/her own diligence to...

$170,000

$170,000

Turnkey Jobs Platform | CA Market | High Margins

Los Angeles, CA

SellerForce® presents an online Jobs Board operating profitably in the booming jobs market by specializing in cash-paid, same-day employment opportunities. This platform stands out by offering a...

$180,000

$180,000

Cash Flow: $93,880

Market Sushi in Murrieta

Murrieta, CA

The store is inside Amazon Fresh Market. The franchisee will get 70% of the sales. Net to owner is $4,700.00-$7,000.00, depending on how the owner operates. No rent and utilities. The store will...

$28,000

$28,000

Funk Zone Corner Location!!

Santa Barbara, CA

Gross Sales: (2024) $561,437 (2023) $456,222 Closed Jan. & Feb. (2022) $394,175 Owner/Operator Income: $100k-$200k Annually if $281,606 Payroll is Reduced. Owner Works? No Monthly Base Rent: $4,500...

$299,000

$299,000

Cash Flow: $200,000

Chocolato Business!

Glendale, CA

Discover an extraordinary opportunity in the heart of Glendale on bustling Glenoaks Blvd! Be part of an innovative concept that combines delectable sweets and exquisite floral arrangements like no...

$59,000

$59,000

13 FedEx Ground Routes - Hayward, CA - Vehicle Financing

Hayward, CA

Asking Price: $1,250,000 in outright cash plus $450,000 in estimated possible vehicle financing (Total Purchase Price: $1,700,000). FedEx Ground Routes for Sale: Well-established and highly profitable...

$1,250,000

$1,250,000

Cash Flow: $502,130

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.