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Asian Restaurant For Sale San Diego County

San Diego County, CA

This is a turnkey opportunity in a prime coastal shopping center. Are you ready to bring your concept to life in one of San Diego’s most desirable retail hubs? This is a rare opportunity to acquire a...

$39,000

$39,000

Sandwich Franchise for sale in Downtown Los Angeles

Los Angeles, CA

A remodeled sandwich Franchise located at a busy intersection in Downtown Los Angeles is available for acquisition, as the current absentee owner is retiring. This offers a new owner the potential to...

$229,000

$229,000

Cash Flow: $93,451

Premier Full-Service Fencing Contractor - Shasta County

Shasta County, CA

Rare opportunity to acquire the only full-service fencing company in South Shasta County, CA known for its stellar reputation and top-rated Google reviews. Business is 80% residential, 20% commercial,...

$329,000

$329,000

Cash Flow: $167,916

Norms Restaurant in Palo Cedro

Shasta County, CA

**Please don't disturb employee's or management about the sale** This well-established American restaurant has been a valued part of the community for five years, earning excellent reviews and a loyal...

$200,000

$200,000

Cash Flow: $96,044

Turnkey Antique Shop

Shasta County, CA

This established antique shop is a rare opportunity for a buyer looking to step into a fully operational business with immediate revenue. The sale includes all inventory valued at $75,000 and FF&E...

$85,000

$85,000

Deli Delicious in the Sierra Foothills

Oakhurst, CA

The store is located in a 7500 sq ft strip center and occupies the highway frontage unit....

$299,000

$299,000

Cash Flow: $185,000

Established Beer & Wine Market & Property & 4 Res. units for Sale

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

San Diego County, CA

Established neighborhood Beer and Wine market, meat & produce cases including the property, The parcel is zoned Mixed use, and has the market, a retail store and 4 residential units all 100% rented....

$395,000

$395,000

Cash Flow: $96,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Monterey Peninsula CA CPA Tax Practice for Sale

Monterey County, CA

• The owner is a CPA • This firm was established in 1970 • Seller prefers a buyer located in Monterey County • Software in use includes ProSystem FX • Approximately 213 individual tax returns with an...

$950,000

$950,000

Cash Flow: $307,000

Long Time Breakfast-Lunch Restaurant-Type 1 Hood-Absentee Owner!!

San Francisco, CA

Super absentee owner, well established restaurant opportunity!! Located on an exceptional corner in a high-volume foot traffic area. Long time breakfast and lunch diner style restaurant. 30 plus years...

$199,000

$199,000

Online Retail Service

San Joaquin County, CA

Over $400,000 Yearly Net Profit Delivery Business This profitable and easy-to-run grocery delivery business offers fresh produce, dairy, meat, and essential groceries straight to customers’ doors,...

$700,000

$700,000

Longest continually operating restaurant in Shasta County!

Redding, CA

This is your chance to own The Damburger, the longest continually operating restaurant in Shasta County. This exceptionally well known and very profitable restaurant has been in business since 1938...

$1,200,000

$1,200,000

Iconic Auto Body Shop

Lancaster, CA

Five Star Auto Body, a highly successful and iconic auto body shop located in the heart of Lancaster, CA. Family owned and operated since 1944, this business has built a legacy of trust through over...

Not Disclosed

Cash Flow: $90,000

Not Disclosed

Cash Flow: $90,000

40+ Years Established Car Rental & Sales in Coastal CA

Orange County, CA

Infinite earning potential Car Rental and Rent-to-Own Car sales business. This business offers car rentals and sales to customers with no credit, bad credit, those without credit cards, students and...

$899,000

$899,000

Bosco's restaurant, bar and banquet room in Sunol, CA

$150,000 - Sunol, CA

$150,000

Sunol, CA

High-traffic area luxury food hall in Stanton.

Stanton, CA

Stanton FoodHall 2 dessert shots for sale in 1 price! Ice cream and Donut shop asking $170,000 High traffic area appx 1,000 s.f. Rent appx $10,000 Asset sale High-traffic area luxury food hall in...

$120,000

$120,000

Santa Rosa CA EA Tax Practice for Sale

Sonoma County, CA

• The owner is an EA • This practice was established in 2017 • Seller prefers a buyer located in the Marin, Sonoma or Mendocino Counties • Software in use - Lacerte • Approximately 258 individual tax...

$240,000

$240,000

Cash Flow: $104,000

Steve Lyle

Coldwell Banker Commercial Lyle & Associates

Serving Riverside County, CA

History of Lyle Commercial Lyle Commercial has gained a reputation for providing the best brokerage and real estate investment services to clients active in the Coachella Valley region. Very simply, Lyle Commercial knows its marketplace! Our agents are experienced in the sale and leasing of commercial, retail and office space, as well as the sale of income and investment properties and land. Lyle’s Affiliation with Coldwell Banker Commercial Coldwell Banker Commercial is one of the most respected and recognized names in commercial real estate, both nationally and internationally. Coldwell Banker Commercial Lyle & Associates gives you, our client, greater access to a wide range of resources–both locally in the Coachella Valley as well as nationally and internationally.

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Mobile Physical Therapy Practice with Excellent Profit Margin

Orange County, CA

This is a Mobile Physical Therapy Company with multiple employees generating strong revenue for a small operation. This successful business has been treating patients in the central/south Orange...

$225,000

$225,000

Cash Flow: $149,062

Market Sushi

Torrance, CA

-->Business Overview *Monthly Gross Sales: Approximately $30,000 *Monthly Net Income: Approximately $12,000(Before pay employee wage) *Asking Price: $87,000 -->Business Highlights This sushi bar is...

$87,000

$87,000

Cash Flow: $144,000

Market Sushi-->High Volume

Pasadena, CA

-->Business Overview *Monthly Gross Sales: Approximately $38,571 *Monthly Net Income: Approximately $15,428(Before pay employee wage) *Asking Price: $120,000 -->Business Highlights This sushi bar is...

$120,000

$120,000

Cash Flow: $185,136

Premium Burger Restaurant $300K

Yuba City, CA

Do you have what it takes to flip the perfect burger and satisfy the hunger of customers? Then don't miss out on this sizzling opportunity to become your own boss and run your own premium burger joint...

$300,000

$300,000

Market Sushi

Long Beach, CA

-->Business Overview *Monthly Gross Sales: Approximately $15,000 *Monthly Net Income: Approximately $6,000 *Asking Price: $35,000 -->Business Highlights This sushi bar is located inside a very large...

$35,000

$35,000

Cash Flow: $72,000

Award Winning Barbershop with Live-Work Opportunity

Los Angeles County, CA

This is a rare opportunity to acquire a profitable, award-winning barbershop with a unique live-work setup in the desirable South Bay of Los Angeles County. Established in 2019, the business has a...

$120,000

$120,000

Cash Flow: $40,085

$1.73M Revenue IT Monitoring Firm – ~90% Recurring

Santa Clara County, CA

A Silicon Valley–based software provider delivers patented, application-centric observability solutions that give enterprises full-stack performance, security, and user experience insights across data...

Not Disclosed

EBITDA: $36,000

Not Disclosed

EBITDA: $36,000

Profitable Same-Day Courier & Transportation Company For Sale

Riverside County, CA

SBA Pre-qualified! Profitable same-day courier transportation company for sale! The business owns a well-maintained fleet consisting of 5 trucks and 1 trailer, all of which are owned outright and...

$1,700,000

$1,700,000

Cash Flow: $425,591

Turnkey! Start Your Eco-Catering Business – Van + Premium Event Assets

$62,500 - Riverside County, CA

$62,500

Riverside County, CA

Turnkey Medical Spa for Sale – Beverly Hills

Beverly Hills, CA

Located in the prestigious Beverly Hills area with a high-income clientele. Highlights: -Fully operational business with an impeccable reputation -3 experienced nurses and 1 professional front desk...

$125,000

$125,000

Cash Flow: $65,000

Franchise Boba Shop - Busy Plaza, Well Established

Cerritos, CA

Location: This Franchise Boba Shop is located in a busy plaza with heavy foot traffic. Currently offering boba and coffee, the menu can be expanded in consultation with the franchise headquarters. You...

$199,000

$199,000

Cash Flow: $60,000

Established Medical Supply Store

Orange County, CA

This is your opportunity to acquire a well-established medical supply store with decades of service to the community. Surrounded by senior living facilities, care homes, and healthcare providers, the...

$199,000

$199,000

Newly Built Out, Turnkey Beauty Salon in Koreatown

Los Angeles County, CA

Step into ownership of a newly opened, fully built-out beauty salon in the heart of Los Angeles’ vibrant Koreatown — a highly sought-after neighborhood known for its thriving beauty scene and...

$65,000

$65,000

AAA Location!!! 50 Years Established Pizza Restaurant with B & W,

Orange, CA

Established Pizza Restaurant with Beer & Wine License - Orange County Opportunity This turnkey pizza restaurant represents a rare opportunity to acquire a well-established business in Orange County's...

$198,000

$198,000

Coffee/cafe location-cheap rent-$2560-good sales-Range price 159-189k!

San Diego County, CA

Trendy Coffee Café For Sale – High traffic center, quick turn neighbors,Turnkey & Profitable! Exceptional Opportunity for expansion of your operations or bringing your coffee/cafe dreams to reality....

$179,999

$179,999

Premier Psychology Practice For Sale Owner Retiring – Northern CA

San Francisco County, CA

Step into a well-established and highly specialized forensic psychology and neuropsychology practice with a strong reputation in personal injury litigation—serving Northern California and beyond....

Not Disclosed

Cash Flow: $768,246

Not Disclosed

Cash Flow: $768,246

Patented Thermal Solar Clean Technology

Alameda County, CA

Unlock a powerful growth opportunity in clean industrial energy with the acquisition of our client’s patented solar thermal technology—engineered for high-efficiency, low-cost industrial process...

Not Disclosed

Cash Flow: $1,000

Not Disclosed

Cash Flow: $1,000

Prime Restaurant Opportunity in the Heart of Glendora Village!

Glendora, CA

Prime Restaurant Opportunity in the Heart of Glendora Village! Don’t miss this rare chance to own a highly successful, well-established, and beloved restaurant in the Glendora Village. This turn-key...

$350,000

$350,000

Thriving Nail & Beauty Salon for Sale – Prime Hayward Location!

Hayward, CA

This is your chance to own a well-established and fully operational nail & beauty salon in a highly desirable Hayward location, right next to Southland Mall! With over 15 years of serving the...

$250,000

$250,000

AI Optical Design & Manufacturing Company

$2,800,000 - Santa Clara County, CA

$2,800,000

Santa Clara County, CA

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Juice Bar For Sale Riverside County - Price Reduced

Riverside County, CA

Currently operating as a Juice and Acai bowl concept, this business is in a high-volume Murrieta strip mall with major anchor tenants and strong foot traffic. It specializes in cold-pressed juice,...

$29,000

$29,000

Established Automotive Repair Shop

Auburn, CA

We have been established since 1996 - Servicing Lake of the Pines, Auburn, Grass Valley and other surrounding areas. We have a loyal customer base. People love our location. There are 3 lifts and many...

$130,000

$130,000

Kids indoor playground business for sale

Fontana, CA

Well-established indoor children’s playground located in a high-demand residential community. Perfect for a hands-on owner-operator or investor looking for a fun and rewarding business with steady...

$400,000

$400,000

Multi-County Hospice GSA

Harbor City, CA

This ACHC-accredited hospice agency, strategically located in Los Angeles County (South Bay), offers an excellent opportunity for experienced hospice operators looking to expand or establish their...

$400,000

$400,000

Small owner/operator alarm company for sell-owner retiring

Anaheim, CA

ATTN: MUST KNOW ABOUT ALARMS OR HAVE AN EXISTING ALARM COMPANY Security Alarms, Inc. has been in business since 1971. I have been running it since 1981. I am the owner and sole employee of the...

$160,000

$160,000

Dry Cleaner AGENCY for sale

Contra Costa County, CA

Long established Agency dry cleaner business for sale in Contra Costa County. Seller has been in the business 28 years and is ready to retire. No employees since Covid, owner-operator does it all....

$99,000

$99,000

Cash Flow: $46,031

Fantastic Bar and Restaurant Opportunity! Long Time Established!

Pacifica, CA

Great New Price!! Make this yours!! Very rare opportunity to carry on a long time bar and restaurant or take it forward with a new concept! Very popular long time bar, steak and seafood restaurant....

$297,000

$297,000

*Home Health Care Agency * FOR SALE

Los Angeles, CA

Home Health Agency for Sale - Excellent Opportunity in the Healthcare Industry Are you looking to venture into the booming healthcare industry? Here's a remarkable opportunity to own a...

$210,000

$210,000

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Popular Mexican Restaurant in Solano County for sale

Solano County, CA

Popular Mexican restaurant with beer and wine license is for sale in Solano County. Present owners since 2014. Open for business 7 days a week. Asking $300,000. Located in one of many strip type...

$300,000

$300,000

Cash Flow: $90,000

Established - Turnkey Fitness Studio

Ventura County, CA

Turnkey Opportunity to Own a Growing Fitness Brand Step into ownership with a fully built-out Fitness franchise located in Ventura County, near the San Fernando Valley. This high-end boutique gym is...

$275,000

$275,000

food truck new kitchen in side California health department approved

$79,950 - California

$79,950

California

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

Sun Valley, CA

Asking Price: $525,000 in outright cash plus $225,000 in estimated possible vehicle financing (Total Purchase Price: $750,000). FedEx Ground Routes for Sale: Well-established and highly profitable...

$525,000

$525,000

Cash Flow: $189,606

Turnkey Learning Center (Inland Empire West, CA) For Sale

Rancho Cucamonga, CA

An exceptional opportunity to acquire a reputable and thriving academy with a strong track record of over 12 years in operation. This turnkey business offers immediate cash flow, operational...

$249,000

$249,000

Deli & Catering Restaurant For Sale

San Diego County, CA

This long-standing restaurant, operating since 2009, presents a great opportunity for those seeking a profitable deli and catering business. Located in a well-maintained 1,850 sq ft space with a...

$199,000

$199,000

Cash Flow: $103,704

Hookah Lounge for Sale

Sacramento, CA

Hookah lounge business for sale in the South Sac area. They have a wide variety of tobacco flavors. The most tropical Hookah in Sacramento. Quality tobacco, non-nicotine/tobacco flavors . Fruity...

$198,800

$198,800

Sushi | Affluent Area | Strong Sales | Rev Avg. $1.35M+ | Price $650K

Aliso Viejo, CA

High-Volume Sushi Restaurant – Upscale Orange County Location > A well-established, high-volume sushi restaurant is being offered for sale in an upscale Orange County community known for quality...

$650,000

$650,000

Cash Flow: $191,874

Profitable Nail Salon near The Grove in West Hollywood

Los Angeles, CA

Take Ownership of a Stylish, Established Nail Salon! This Nail salon, ideally located near the Grove and Farmers Market in West Hollywood, is now available for acquisition. This contemporary, fully...

$95,500

$95,500

Cash Flow: $72,560

Beautiful restaurant

San Francisco, CA

For Sale: 2,462 Sq. Ft. Restaurant – San Francisco This 2,462 sq. ft. restaurant is located in San Francisco on a street surrounded by residential neighborhoods and numerous other businesses....

$210,000

$210,000

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

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.