Hayward, CA
A well-established, owner-operated teriyaki restaurant located in a high-traffic shopping plaza in Hayward, CA. This turnkey operation is perfect for an owner-operator looking to take over a stable...
Businesses For Sale in California
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Profitable Teriyaki Restaurant in Prime Hayward Location
$250,000
Cash Flow: $100,000
Hot Pot Chinese Restaurant In Roseville
Roseville, CA
To receive the Confidential Information Memorandum (CIM), please fill out the "Contact Form" on this page to electronically sign an NDA. This is a well-established and fully equipped hot pot...
$299,000
Cash Flow: $80,000
High profit dollar store, Rent $2,000, 1,500 Sqr Ft. Only $105,000!
Fullerton, CA
Imagine walking into your own profitable dollar store in the heart of Fullerton! This established retail opportunity offers everything you need to hit the ground running from day one. New upgraded ice...
$104,000
Turnkey Day Spa for Sale in Prestigious Malibu Country Mart
Los Angeles County, CA
ESTABLISHED DAY SPA - MALIBU COUNTRY MART This fully operational luxury day spa represents an exceptional acquisition opportunity in one of Southern California's most prestigious retail destinations....
$225,000
Reputable Home Audio and Video Installation Business
Monterey County, CA
Long-standing and reputable, this custom home audio and video sales and installation company has served the Monterey Peninsula for over 25 years. The owners are ready to retire, creating an excellent...
$249,000
Auto Repair Shop - Business Only. There for 4 decades.
Los Angeles, CA
Auto Repair Shop - Business Only. Sales - $427,000 yearly Owner is the mechanic and he has 1 employee. Owner has being there for over 42 years. In the heart of Los Angeles Reason for selling -...
$249,000
EBITDA: $164,000
Custom Cabinetry & Fine Woodworking Manufacturer – Northern California
Santa Clara County, CA
This well-established custom cabinetry and fine woodworking manufacturer has been serving Northern California homeowners, contractors, and designers for nearly four decades. Operating from a modern...
$1,350,000
Cash Flow: $411,801
High Profit Anaheim Hills Restaurant
Anaheim, CA
The Restaurant's inception was 30 years ago and current owner has had it for 20 years. The restaurant is very popular in this affluent hill community with its versatile menu. Their breakfast is...
$790,000
Cash Flow: $227,000
High-Traffic Tech Repair & Retail Business + 3 Kiosks
San Bernardino, CA
Business for Sale – Phone Repair & Accessories Store + 3 Kiosks This is a well-established, high-traffic phone repair and accessories business located inside a major Inland Empire mall. The operation...
$270,000
Cash Flow: $120,000
High Margin B2B Security & Network Integration Co.
Orange County, CA
Established in 2014, this thriving technology integration firm delivers Video Surveillance, Access Control, Wi-Fi, Network Cabling, Audio, and Data Solutions to a loyal commercial client base across...
$6,500,000
Cash Flow: $1,575,280
FranchiseTruBlue
Available in California
Through senior modifications, home maintenance, handyman services, and ongoing maintenance programs, TruBlue franchisees have the opportunity to run a successful franchising business while making a difference in the lives of seniors and busy adults in their communities.
$50,000
See More FranchisesBusiness to Business Ctr - Design & Print Biz - Repeat Client
San Diego County, CA
This is a fantastic opportunity to take over a very well established business in San Diego County. The business provides print, marketing and design solutions. No experience is necessary. Full...
$250,000
Cash Flow: $110,000
B2B Marketing Print & Promo & Marketing Business - West Orange County
Orange County, CA
This is a fantastic opportunity to acquire a well-established and profitable B2B service provider located in Orange County. The business is widely recognized for its exceptional reputation and...
$155,000
Plumbing & Rooter Company
$700,000
Redwood City, CA
Doughboy's Grill & Pizza
San Diego, CA
Turnkey coastal grill just one block from the beach. Doughboy Grill is a well-established burger & grill concept located in the heart of Ocean Beach, just a short walk from the sand, surf, and heavy...
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$175,000
“What Up Dough” – Celebrity-Connected Pizza Concept in Burbank – Turnk
Burbank, CA
What Up Dough is a fully built-out, culture-forward pizza restaurant in the heart of Burbank’s studio district, designed with a strong hip-hop theme and urban-influenced concept that sets it apart...
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$300,000
Scott Weavil
Sierra Pacific Partners
Serving Sacramento County, CA
Sierra Pacific Partners is a boutique M&A advisory firm and business brokerage focused on serving businesses throughout California and across the country. We advise dynamic companies and their owners at key inflection points.
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Well-Established Shipping & Printing Franchise in San Jose, CA
San Jose, CA
This PostNet location in San Jose has a strong foundation, especially impressive given that the owners opened their doors in 2023. They’ve embraced a thoughtful, step-by-step approach to running daily...
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$80,000
Established California Pack and Ship Center for Sale
Kern County, CA
This established business has been proudly serving its community for years as a trusted neighborhood resource for shipping, printing, and business services. The owner is retiring, presenting a great...
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$100,000
EBITDA: $35,000
Thriving Local Pizza Shop – $120K SDE
Rancho Cordova, CA
Rare opportunity to acquire a beloved, profitable pizzeria in the vibrant city of Rancho Cordova, California! Known for its fresh, customizable pizzas and community-driven spirit, this turnkey...
$475,000
Cash Flow: $120,738
Absentee-Run Dessert Café – $100K Cash Flow
Roseville, CA
Rare chance to own a profitable, absentee-run dessert café that’s turning heads across the Greater Sacramento area! With ~$100K in annual cash flow and a lean, efficient model, this is the perfect...
$225,000
Cash Flow: $71,683
Established Franchise Sandwich Shop – $80K SDE
Camarillo, CA
Rare opportunity to own a profitable and growing franchise sandwich restaurant located in one of the busiest shopping plazas of the area! This turnkey operation is part of a world-renowned brand,...
$135,000
Cash Flow: $80,270
FranchiseWSI - Digital Marketing
Available in California
WSI is a digital marketing company with a strong international presence. Our Digital Marketing Consultants use their knowledge and expertise to make a difference for businesses all around the world.
$80,000
See More Franchises$3.4M EBITDA, $10.2M REV | High Profit Demolition & Grading Contractor
Los Angeles, CA
Highly Profitable! Demolition, Grading, and Remediation Company SIGN THE NDA BY COPYING & PASTING THE LINK BELOW:...
Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $3,400,000
Prime USC adjacent Smoke Shop, all inventory included!
Los Angeles, CA
Located in a prime location within 1 block of the Greek Houses of USC, just one block away from the USC school campus in a Starbucks Anchored Retail Center including popular restaurants with a parking...
$119,500
Design Forward Profitable Wholesale Brand/$519K 24' Rev/173K+ SDE
$190,000
Los Angeles, CA
Profitable Car Hauling, Trucking Company-$6K-$10K Monthly Net
Los Angeles, CA
Step into a ready-to-run trucking business with everything in place to generate income from day one. ASSETS INCLUDE: 2020 Freightliner Cascadia (500K miles, excellent condition)- 2022 Car Hauling...
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$249,000
Cash Flow: $80,000
Beautiful & Up-beat Restaurant in Sherman Oaks/Up-beat Town
Sherman Oaks, CA
Nice off-street from Ventura Blvd., in upbeat Town. The first impression customers have is a pleasant surprise: good Sushi at a reasonable price, along with a wide variety of choices on the menu....
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$150,000
Farmers Agency for sell in Moorpark
Moorpark, CA
Established Farmers Insurance Agency for Sale in Moorpark, CA This well-positioned Farmers Insurance Agency presents an exceptional opportunity for an entrepreneurial professional to acquire an...
6
$100,000
Motorcycle and car dealership and motorcycle repair on the 101
Oceanside, CA
A super opportunity to own a well established motorcycle sales and parts and repair business which also sells preowned cars and trucks this shop has a sales Area A workshop as well as a ample spaces...
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$150,000
5 Juice Bars + Commercial Kitchen
Benicia, CA
A rare opportunity to acquire a well-established, multi-location 100% organic cold-pressed juice company with strong brand reputation and a fully built production infrastructure. This business...
$395,000
Cash Flow: $100,000
Highly profitable Tint and Auto Glass Repair business for sale!!!
San Diego County, CA
Highly Profitable Tint and Auto Glass Repair Business - San Diego County Established in 2021, this turnkey auto glass and window tinting business offers exceptional profitability with $506,794 in...
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$399,000
Cash Flow: $230,794
Profitable Easy-to-Run Bounce House Business Automated Bookings $45K
Contra Costa County, CA
Turn-key bounce house rental company with strong local brand recognition, consistent cash flow, and a fully automated online booking system, which is rare for the industry and what modern customers...
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$45,000
Cash Flow: $16,000
FranchiseMr. Electric
Available Nationwide
Mr. Electric, a Neighborly company, is the nation's leading residential and commercial electrical services franchise. With us, business ownership is shockingly simple!
$65,000
See More FranchisesIconic Mad River Burger Bar- 40+ years of proven success!!
Mad River, CA
Iconic Mad River Burger Bar presents an exceptional turnkey opportunity with over 40 years of proven success. This highly reputable establishment has been serving mouth-watering burgers and...
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$225,000
Prime Burbank
Burbank, CA
Exciting Business Opportunity in Prime Burbank Location! Located at 401 South Glenoaks Boulevard, this well-established Subway sandwich shop offers an incredible opportunity to own a nationally...
$100,000
B2B Marketing Print & Promo & Marketing Business
$150,000
San Luis Obispo County, CA
B2B, Print, Promo & Marketing Business in Coachella Valley Area
Riverside County, CA
This is a great opportunity to buy a very well-established B2B service provider located in Riverside County, CA that has been in business for over 40 years. The business has an excellent reputation...
$1,200,000
Cash Flow: $431,000
Vacaville Pool Service Route for Sale
Placer County, CA
Rare One city offering creates amazing efficiencies. Well groomed clientele. Company's service rates are some of the highest in the area. High attention to details with no corners on chemicals being...
$62,400
Cash Flow: $68,000
FranchiseLine-x
Available Nationwide
Own a proven leader in protective coatings & truck accessories—LINE-X offers high ROI, strong support, and multi-revenue stream potential.
$100,000
See More FranchisesPrestigious Wine Shop Located in Fresno’s Top Shopping Destination
Fresno, CA
ESTABLISHED UPSCALE WINE SHOP - 15 YEARS OF EXCELLENCE Acquire this prestigious wine boutique specializing in rare, collectible, and high-end wines in Fresno's premier shopping destination. This...
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$350,000
Cash Flow: $200,000
Turn-Key Med Spa with Staff & Active Client Base
Orange County, CA
Fully operational med spa located in a desirable South Orange County community. This practice is 100% turn-key, with a steady monthly revenue trend, professional treatment rooms, active clientele,...
$165,000
Cash Flow: $60,000
For Sale – Established & Profitable Hospice Agency - 25 Active Pts
West Los Angeles, CA
This well-established and Joint Commission–accredited hospice agency represents an excellent opportunity to acquire a fully operational and profitable provider located in the highly desirable West LA...
$750,000
Profitable Used Auto Dealership – San Diego
San Diego, CA
An exceptional opportunity to acquire a highly reputable pre-owned auto dealership with over 20 years of success in San Diego’s thriving automotive district. Located in a highly sought-after auto...
$1,690,000
Cash Flow: $511,087
Prime Location Chevron On Sale ( Business only )
Bakersfield, CA
PROFITABLE CHEVRON GAS STATION - PRIME BAKERSFIELD LOCATION This established Chevron gas station presents an exceptional investment opportunity in a high-traffic Bakersfield location. Strategically...
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$2,400,000
John Ovrom
EXIT CONSULTING GROUP
Serving San Diego County, CA
Exit Consulting Group, Inc. (ECG) is a premier exit strategies management firm built upon the experience of professionals who have sharpened their skills by starting, growing, managing, and selling multiple companies of their own. We give profitable businesses the ability to build comprehensive strategies to navigate upcoming transitions successfully. As the transaction advisor, we specialize in developing roadmaps for businesses either going through or anticipating a transition, helping with everything from setting up for generational success, exit strategies, partner disputes, developing value adding strategies, selling and more. Working hand-in-hand with our clients, we define what success looks like and then establish a plan of action to achieve those results. Depending on the business and ideal timetable, those results range. We work to help owners successfully exit their business in a way that the organization still thrives, drive value to the business to increase sale revenues, mitigate disunity between key stakeholders to identify clear path moving forward, manage the transaction of the sale and more.
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Established E-Commerce Poker Chip Business
San Diego County, CA
This is a long-standing, 100% direct-to-consumer e-commerce business specializing in premium gaming products within a stable and growing niche. The company has been operating for over 20 years and...
$65,000
EBITDA: $26,000
Highly Profitable Bakery 4 Sale-35 Years of Success-National Reach!
Los Angeles, CA
Wholesale Bakery- Gross annual sales: $1,700,000 >Net Profit: $500,000/Year >Employees: 14 full-time >Location: Serves 14 States w/over 300 stores & online orders. Key Highlights: >Established in...
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$4,200,000
Cash Flow: $500,000
Established, Recession-Resistant Cleaning Business with Skilled Staff
$800,000
Sonoma County, CA
Women's Designer Boutique l 20+ Years in Business
Newport Beach, CA
This is an opportunity to take over a successful Women’s Boutique in the iconic city of Newport Beach, California. They have been in business for 20+ years. The owner has truly created an upscale,...
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$550,000
Cash Flow: $240,000
Well Established Commercial Property Maintenance/Landscaping Company
Palmdale, CA
Well Established Commercial Property Maintenance/Landscaping Company This 27-year-old commercial landscaping and property maintenance company represents an exceptional opportunity in Palmdale, CA....
$1,800,000
FranchiseMr. Handyman
Available Nationwide
Mr. Handyman, a Neighborly company, is the nation's leading home improvement services franchise.
$50,000
See More FranchisesRestaurant for Sale
Los Angeles County, CA
Incredible Opportunity to Own a Popular and Rapidly Growing Franchise! This thriving wing restaurant, located in the heart of Long Beach, offers an unparalleled opportunity to step into a successful...
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$100,000
[REDUCED PRICE] The Largest Smoke & Vape Shop in The South Bay
Torrance, CA
An outstanding opportunity to acquire a top-rated, profitable, long-standing vape and smoke retail store in Torrance, CA. This Smoke Shop is the trendiest in the South Bay with its elegant custom...
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$390,000
EBITDA: $580,000
Auto-Repair Turnkey Opportunity with Great $$$ Potential in Elk Grove
Elk Grove, CA
Great owner-operated opportunity to acquire a super profitable turn-key business in Elk Grove, Sacramento, California. Very loyal clientele, a well-run operation, experienced mechanics and a spacious...
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$600,000
Cash Flow: $272,816
Profitable, Long-Standing Locksmith Shop with Service Van
Ventura County, CA
SBA Pre-Qualified. This established locksmith and service business has been proudly serving the community and surrounding areas for over 30 years. Located in a highly visible retail space, the...
$360,000
Cash Flow: $180,000
High Profit Clinical Case Management Company ***SBA Pre-Approved
Contra Costa County, CA
High Profit Clinical Case Management Company ***SBA Pre-Approved Are you interested in a rewarding, high-demand industry with tremendous growth potential? Here's your opportunity to acquire an...
$1,200,000
Cash Flow: $426,364
Established Auto Detail Shop & Office Space/Apartment
Walnut Creek, CA
Price negotiable for the right buyer. Happy to share financial info upon request! If you’re looking to step into a successful business with a strong foundation, loyal clientele, and built-in systems...
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$165,000
Complete Plumbing service and repair business
Woodland Hills, CA
COMPLETE PLUMBING SERVICE AND REPAIR BUSINESS - WOODLAND HILLS, CA Established in 2000, this comprehensive plumbing service business offers a turnkey opportunity in the thriving Los Angeles County...
$625,000
Cash Flow: $350,000
Established Chem-Dry Carpet Cleaning Franchise - North SD / OC County
San Diego County, CA
BnK Chem-Dry is a well-established, franchise-backed provider of carpet, upholstery, tile, wood, and vinyl floor cleaning services with operations spanning three prime franchise territories —...
$125,000
Cash Flow: $126,280
National Burger Franchise For Sale
Concord, 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...
$149,000
FranchiseGarageExperts
Available Nationwide
GarageExperts® is the dominant leader in the garage renovation and commercial epoxy and polyaspartic flooring industry which is part of the $538 billion home improvement market. For over 15 years, we have been helping residential, commercial, and industrial customers transform their spaces with epoxy and polyaspartic floor coatings, custom-built cabinets, and slatwall organizational systems. The home improvement and commercial market is expected to be a $620 billion industry by the year 2025, leading to endless possibilities for our garage organization and two-component commercial floor coating company. Learn more about becoming a garage floor franchise today.
$65,000
See More FranchisesBuy 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.
