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...
Businesses For Sale in California
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Profitable Used Auto Dealership – San Diego
$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
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
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
Restaurant 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
FranchiseThe Original Rainbow Cone Ice Cream Shop
Available in California
Come join a Chicago Icon with over 96 years of business experience. The Original Rainbow Cone Ice Cream Shop is a great model for franchisees with low initial investment, attractive prime costs, low overhead, and potential for above-average profit margins.
$150,000
See More FranchisesHigh 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
Design Forward Profitable Wholesale Brand/$519K 24' Rev/173K+ SDE
$190,000
Los Angeles, CA
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
Randy Hendershot, CBB
Evolution Advisors
Serving Placer County, CA
Evolution provides a full range of professional services to anyone considering Buying or Selling a Business, including Valuation, Exit Strategies, Financing or anything else related to the sale or purchase of a business. Evolutions approach is unique and proven to work.
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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
Low-Rent Edible Arrangement Shop for Sale - Rare opportunity
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
This is a rare opportunity to buy Edible Arrangements in Rancho Cucamonga that offers a strong option for buyers looking for a long-running franchise with low overhead and steady revenue. Operating...
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$300,000
Cash Flow: $104,000
So Cal packaging, safety and janitorial wholesale business for sale
California
This established wholesale distribution business operates in Southern California's nondurable goods sector, serving diverse industries including food manufacturing, construction, engineering,...
$1,600,000
Cash Flow: $508,720
Great Auto Repair Business Opportunity.
San Jose, CA
Established Auto Repair Business Opportunity in Prime San Jose Location This well-established auto repair shop presents an exceptional opportunity for an experienced operator or investor looking to...
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$280,000
High-Margin Babka Bakery | $52k EBITDA | Strong SF Brand w/ 1,500 Cust
San Francisco, CA
We are Braid Bakery, an LLC specializing in high-quality sweet and savory babkas. We operate out of a commercial kitchen in San Francisco with a lease that can be continued. We have a strong brand...
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$30,000
Cash Flow: $10,000
FranchiseHealthier4U Vending
Available Nationwide
Are you passionate about owning your own business? Are you interested in giving people the choice to eat healthy? If the answer is yes, then you have found the right partner to build you a successful healthy vending business. At Healthier4U Vending we share your passion and want you to join us to give the choice to eat healthy to everyone. Come see how together we can change your life.
$53,000
See More FranchisesTechnology Retail/Repair Business in Coastal Northern California
California
Transworld Business Advisors of Fremont DRE# 02194963 presents: An independently owned and well-established technology retail/repair and services business in a highly desirable coastal Northern...
$785,000
Cash Flow: $314,241
For Sale: Two Profitable STAR-Certified Smog Check Stations – Turnkey.
Costa Mesa, CA
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Two Profitable STAR-Certified Smog Check Stations - Turnkey Operations Established in 2010, this dual-location automotive service business offers an exceptional passive income...
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$495,000
Cash Flow: $160,000
B2B Marketing Print & Promo & Marketing Business
$150,000
San Luis Obispo County, CA
Fast Growing Roofing Company!
Sacramento, CA
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a highly profitable, fast-growing roofing company that has cemented its position as a leader in the Sacramento market. The business has demonstrated exceptional...
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$2,250,000
Cash Flow: $600,000
Only Dry Cleaners in Tri-County Area For Sale After 24 Years
Sonora, CA
A female-owned business, Kathy's Miracle Cleaners has been serving the Tuolumne Tri-County area in Northern California for over 20 years. With an lengthy book of business, reputation of quality, and...
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$235,000
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
Turnkey Chiropractic Business
Tehama County, CA
This well-established, highly respected chiropractic practice has been successfully serving the community for decades. Known for its exceptional patient care and consistently great reviews, this...
$180,000
Cash Flow: $109,885
Ready-Mix Concrete and Aggregate Supply *Pre-Approved Lending
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Lassen County, CA
With over 45 years of history, this ready-mix concrete business has built a strong reputation in the industry and the local community. Situated on a sprawling property with significant improvements,...
$1,300,000
Cash Flow: $237,276
General Contracting & Landscaping Business
Yolo County, CA
This well-established general contracting and landscaping business has been a trusted name in its market for decades, building a stellar reputation for quality and reliability. The business has...
$275,000
Cash Flow: $209,272
Non-Operational Laundromat with Renovation-Ready Rental Units
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Burney, CA
This property offers a unique chance to own a laundromat in a high-demand area near apartment complexes, where there is a strong need for laundry services. The laundromat is fully plumbed and ready...
$350,000
FranchiseClass 101
Available Nationwide
Helping Students Find Their Future. Class 101 takes the confusion and intimidation out of the college application process.
$50,000
See More FranchisesAuto Repair, Auto Maintenance & Brake Services Franchise
Oxnard, CA
Prime automotive franchise opportunity in a high?traffic Oxnard corridor. Fully equipped, fully staffed, and profitable with strong year?over?year growth. Excellent for an owner?operator or investor....
$295,000
Restaurant – 3,200 SF, Low Rent, Flexible Conversion Opportunity
San Jose, CA
This established Ethiopian restaurant offers 3,200 sq. ft. of usable space in a high-traffic San Jose corridor surrounded by commercial buildings and steady daily foot traffic. The operation has been...
$130,000
Established, Recession-Resistant Cleaning Business with Skilled Staff
$800,000
Sonoma County, CA
Famous Pizza & Sports bar
Orange, CA
Serving NY-style pizzas, plus pasta, calzones & sandwiches, in a casual setting and sports bar . Big screen TV's for games . Also Video games . Owners are semi absentee , General manager runs the...
$449,900
Cash Flow: $165,000
Profitable Silicon Valley CPA Firm
Cupertino, CA
PROFITABLE SILICON VALLEY CPA FIRM - CUPERTINO, CA Established in 2017, this thriving accounting and tax practice is strategically located in Cupertino, California, serving the heart of Silicon...
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$775,000
Cash Flow: $425,000
FranchiseAnchor Bar
Available Nationwide
Home of the Original Buffalo Wing and part of food history. Expanding nationally with plenty of territory available for franchisees to grow. Learn more about joining our team now.
$350,000
See More FranchisesAnything Speaker - Strong Ecom Brand - Amazon+Shopify+QVC+TikTok Shop
Los Angeles, CA
Anything Speaker is a well-established ecommerce brand specializing in innovative bone conduction speakers that transform any surface into a speaker. Founded in 2002 and based in Los Angeles, this...
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$1,100,000
Cash Flow: $250,000
Japanese Head Spa in Chino Hills - Beautiful and Modern
Chino Hills, CA
Modern Head Spa in Chino Hills - Chino Hills' First Japanese Head Spa This turnkey Japanese head spa represents an exceptional opportunity in the growing wellness industry, offering traditional scalp...
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$150,000
Vending Location For Sale
Ventura, CA
2 full size vending machines in 2 shift warehouse location. No commission fill once a week. You own machines and location. This is not a franchise....
$8,500
Cash Flow: $4,500
Super high traffic-$2862 rent-ideal Mex Food location
San Diego, CA
Outstanding opportunity to get into a second generation restaurant with extremely cheap rent. Located in a super busy shopping center with many high traffic and high turn neighbors, potential new...
$119,999
Five-Star Preschool and Property | Affluent Simi Valley | Real Estate
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Simi Valley, CA
Turnkey opportunity to acquire a long-established, five-star rated preschool in the heart of Simi Valley. This offering includes both the business and the real estate, consisting of a 2,961 square...
$2,700,000
James Liao
Berkshire Hathaway Home Services
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
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Stand alone Mexican food w patio or bring your own concept 41 lic-
Escondido, CA
Turnkey Mexican Restaurant in an Ideal Location Step into ownership of a vibrant, free-standing Mexican food destination restaurant that is ready NOW! This is an ideal location for Mexican food or...
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$149,999
One-Stop Shop Business Opportunity
Acton, CA
Great Business Opportunity! One-Stop Shop offering so much more than printing . . . Color and Black & White Copy Service; Shipping Services from FedEx to Post Office Boxes; Office Supplies from Pens...
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$375,000
Profitable 2-Store Subway Bundle - $110K SDE
$499,000
Anaheim, CA
Tastea Alhambra- Reduced
Alhambra, CA
? Turnkey Restaurant in Prime Alhambra Location – $375,000 349 E Main St #104, Alhambra, CA 91801 1,260 sq ft | Fully Equipped | $4,732/mo Rent | Unlimited Parking Looking for a rock-solid restaurant...
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$295,000
Convoy District restaurant location-41 lic.
San Diego, CA
Prime Opportunity: Own a Convoy Area Restaurant Turnkey Restaurant with High-End Oven Ready for Success Save on build out $ and 12 plus months of red tape just get it built out. This is your chance to...
$249,999
FranchiseBlue Coast Savings Consultants
Available in California
There is NO better business model that is designed to excel in inflation, recession, and uncertain times. We help you create the ultimate MONTHLY cash flow for years by helping companies save money when they need it. Buy a SMARTER business model, especially NOW.
$23,900
See More FranchisesProfitable-Long Established-Cheap Rent-Seller To Train-Fun Business
Santee, CA
Bakery for sale; Super long established, opened in 2004 this is an opportunity to own a fun and rewarding business that brings smiles to all their customers and good money to your bank account. Are...
$99,999
Cash Flow: $74,000
Downtown SD Mexican food or bring your concept
San Diego, CA
Here is the downtown Mexican food location you have been looking for. Turnkey location, keep or change the name, it’s up to you! If you love the location for a different concept-bring it in! Either...
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$137,000
Online Pet Furniture Store 3k Profit Projections
Los Angeles County, CA
Selling Online Pet Furniture Store with $3k Profit and $10k Revenue Projections Here’s everything you need to know: Scalable Online Pet Furniture Store – A growing business offering stylish and...
$113,990
Turn key Poke Restaurant
Los Angeles, CA
Here’s your chance to own a popular, turnkey business in the heart of North Hollywood! Offering an exciting opportunity for an entrepreneur ready to bring their own vision and fresh ideas to an...
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$95,988
Established Courier Business in Sacramento with 30 Years of Expertise
West Sacramento, CA
For three decades, our company has been the trusted name in On-Demand courier services for Sacramento's local businesses. Serving major corporations and small businesses alike, we specialize in...
$1,800,000
Great Income / Cashflow on the Central Coast of California
San Luis Obispo County, CA
Established Retail business with locations in San Luis Obispo, Santa Maria and Lompoc (each location about 30 miles apart) Business has been established in the community for over 15 years and has a...
$850,000
EBITDA: $325,000
Turnkey SUV / Limo Company TCP/Uber SUV
Irvine, CA
45k total + you buy the car or refinance in your name (45k balance on loan) Est 2022**Turnkey LIMO/BLACK SUV White Glove Service. Currently with 1 Black SUV 2023 XL Fully Loaded for Corporate or UBER...
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$45,000
Cash Flow: $95,000
Dixon Pool Service Route for Sale
Placer County, CA
Rare find on a small A Grade route ready to grow. High attention to details with no corners on chemicals being cut so the buyer will not be assuming green pools or pools with high CYA or...
$22,800
Cash Flow: $25,000
Ramsey Street Sports Bar & Grill
Banning, CA
Ramsey St Sports Bar & Grill is for sale, located in the heart of downtown Banning, adjacent to the courthouse, this sports bar & grill enjoys excellent visibility and high foot traffic in a central,...
$225,000
FranchiseChristian Brothers Automotive
Available Nationwide
A trusted name in the auto repair industry for over 40 years, Christian Brothers Automotive is a Christian business that provides each guest the “love your neighbor” experience. Currently, there are more than 265 locations successfully operating across 30 states, with a growth plan to reach 350 strategically placed locations by end of 2025.
$85,000
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.
