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A fully equipped restaurant in a busy location

Dublin, CA

A fully equipped restaurant for sale is located at a busy shopping center with high foot traffic. A well-designed dining area. The kitchen has a 12 feet hood, cooers, freezers, dishwasher, and more....

$160,000

$160,000

Stylish restaurant in prime downtown Manhattan Beach

Manhattan Beach, CA

Rare prime downtown Manhattan Beach restaurant with very favorable lease and lease rate. Great revenues and loyal clients. Seller financing a possibility. Serious inquiries only please....

$600,000

$600,000

Dry-cleaner with Plant - Absentee Owner

Silver Lake, CA

DryCleaner with Plant. Long established, absentee owner in Silverlake. It is situated in an extremely heavy foot traffic plaza where customers walk in every few minutes. Italian made Union Brand, 7...

$229,000

$229,000

Cash Flow: $66,000

Established American Fine Dinning Restaurant

Camarillo, CA

DO NOT GO DIRECT CALL FOR APPOINTMENT- Opportunity in the great City of Camarillo. Ventura County’s best for fine dining and its extensive wine selection and using the finest and freshest ingredients....

$540,000

$540,000

Food Cart Business w/ Growth Potential (Asset Sale)

Los Angeles County, CA

Founded in 1990, this fun and flexible business offers a wide range of concession favorites—popcorn, cotton candy, hot dogs, BBQ, tacos, nachos, and sno-cones—perfect for birthdays, weddings,...

$110,000

$110,000

Established Deli serving Breakfast & Lunch -Located in College Town

San Luis Obispo County, CA

A deli open for breakfast and lunch featuring submarine-style sandwiches and salads. They specialize in submarine-style deli sandwiches, house-made chili, and fried chicken. Quality, flavor, and...

$249,500

$249,500

Cash Flow: $82,000

Smoke Shop

Merced County, CA

Unicorn business of the year. Seller is ready to retire and ready to make a deal. Bring all offers and get ready to run a successful smoke shop that's been in business for the past 9 years. The only...

$95,000

$95,000

Estbalished sushi restaurant for sale in SF Castro neighborhood

San Francisco, CA

A hidden gem and authentic sushi restaurant run by a husband-and-wife duo. This establishment has been a staple in the Castro neighborhood for many years. The ambiance is inviting, with decor that...

$175,000

$175,000

Test only Smog Check Station located near a busy DMV

California

Description: This Smog Check Station is conveniently located near a busy freeway corridor with easy access to and from. This is a consistent, High Volume, revenue making, recession proof essential...

$549,000

$549,000

Cash Flow: $110,000

Highly Profitable, Established Box Company

California

Are you looking for a rare business opportunity with an established presence, proven profitability, and minimal competition? Look no further than this exceptional used box company, which has been...

$299,000

$299,000

Cash Flow: $110,320

Mini Market (Asset Sale) in Van Nuys

Van Nuys, CA

This is an asset sale ! This is a giveaway price .!!! This mini market has a great deal of potential to increase sales ( revenue) in order to add more merchandise . This is a great opportunity for an...

$45,000

$45,000

Cash Flow: $36,000

Liquor Store

Davis, CA

Well known Liquor Store and Asian Grocery in a Shopping complex. Current owner added Other grocery items and obtained tobacco License that will increase the sales Store size: 1800SF Lease - valid till...

$225,000

$225,000

Family Owned Japanese Restaurant for Sale in San Francisco

San Francisco, CA

Best location and can be covert into another restaurant....

$150,000

$150,000

Profitable Nail Salon With Prime location @ The Alameda Santa Clara

Santa Clara County, CA

This highly successful and established nail salon has been proudly serving its loyal clients for over 20 years. Situated in a prime corner location with unmatched visibility, and surrounded by...

$220,000

$220,000

Cash Flow: $109,774

Recovery Facility in Los Angeles For Sale!

Los Angeles, CA

This recovery facility in Los Angeles provides a calm and supportive environment for individuals overcoming addiction. It emphasizes personalized care through evidence-based treatments, focusing on...

$375,000

$375,000

Cash Flow: $441,655

Profitable, luxurious Nail Salon business For Sale! Absentee operated

Brea, CA

This business is a great opportunity for anyone currently in the nail salon business looking to grow or even for a new entrepreneur. Currently being operated as an Absentee Owner with lots of room to...

$298,000

$298,000

Iconic Business Technologies Inc.

Iconic Business Technologies, Inc.

Serving Los Angeles County, CA

Iconic is a technology-driven M&A advisory platform that helps business owners sell or merge their companies with confidence and efficiency. With over 70 years of combined team experience, more than 200 transactions completed, and over $2 billion in closed deal volume, Iconic focuses on the lower middle market, typically working with companies generating up to $100 million in revenue. Headquartered in Los Angeles, California, Iconic blends AI-powered buyer sourcing, a proprietary deal-management platform called Iconic Rail, and experienced advisory teams to streamline the sell-side process. Positioned between traditional investment banks and small business brokers, Iconic offers a data-backed, high-touch experience that connects quality sellers with well-matched strategic and financial buyers, delivering faster timelines and stronger outcomes through a modernized M&A process.

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Pizza Franchise Selma, CA Nets 120,000 year $40,000 Dn. SBA Financing

Selma, CA

This store was established in 2010. Present owner lives several hours away and he owns 16 other franchises. The store has been absentee operated for over (3) years. The manager in 2024 was Paid...

$230,000

$230,000

Cash Flow: $120,000

Price Reduction - Orange County - 4.5 Yelp Stars – BBQ Restaurant

Orange County, CA

Price Reduction - Orange County - 4.5 Yelp Stars – BBQ Restaurant - $1.1Million Annual Sales RRC# 5078 Location: Orange County Description: Price Reduced to $165,000 for this highly respected BBQ...

$165,000

$165,000

"Daly City" Highly Profitable & Turn-key Auto mechanic Business!

Daly City, CA

This auto repair service shop is in a prime location, it has been in the business for 12 years with a loyal and frequent customer base and is highly profitable, with a highly loyal following and...

$1,118,000

$1,118,000

Long Established Sushi Restaurant in the Heart of the Lake Tahoe

El Dorado County, CA

Long Established Sushi Restaurant in the Heart of the Lake Tahoe – 3,750 sq ft – Great Location RRC# 5039 Location: Lake Tahoe Description: SBA long term loan available to well qualified Buyers for...

$475,000

$475,000

Cash Flow: $131,521

Price Reduced to $210,000 - Popular Pizza Restaurant and Bar

Orangevale, CA

Price Reduced to $210,000 - Popular Pizza Restaurant and Bar in Orangevale, near Sacramento - Beer & Wine License RRC# 4937 Location: Orangevale, near Sacramento Description: Price Reduced to $210,000...

$210,000

$210,000

Cash Flow: $102,270

Highly Profitable and Established Laundromat in Fresno, Ca

Fresno, CA

Seize this rare opportunity to own a thriving laundromat business in Fresno, CA! Located at 3275 E Shields Ave, Happy Wash & Dry Laundromat is a well-established business with a solid reputation in...

$675,000

$675,000

Northern California Veterinary Practice for Sale + Real Estate

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Mendocino County, CA

Small Animal Veterinary Clinic for Sale in Mendocino County, California This veterinary practice is situated in Mendocino County, California, in a city known for being part of the scenic region and...

$2,100,000

$2,100,000

Cash Flow: $290,974

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Well-Established Liquor Store for Sale

San Francisco, CA

Prime Location: Situated desirable residential area with a relatively high business value. It’s a prime location for local businesses due to its proximity to other vibrant neighborhoods, its...

$368,000

$368,000

Silverlake Area Retail Bakery with Local Following

Los Angeles, CA

Located in the greater Silverlake, Los Angeles area, this daytime only bakery and cafe is renowned for its freshly baked breads, pastries, and a variety of breakfast and lunch options. The...

$1,200,000

$1,200,000

Cash Flow: $300,000

Profitable Teppanyaki restaurant in Anaheim!

Anaheim, CA

*** IN ESCROW*** "Please inquire about this listing through the contact form. Upon request, a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) will be promptly emailed to you." #1009 Area: Anaheim Asking Price:...

$250,000

$250,000

Exquisite - High End Body Waxing Salon

San Diego County, CA

Exquisite - High End Body Waxing Salon - TURN KEY. Specializes in organic and vegan sugaring hair removal services. The salon opened in 2023. with a mission is to provide an exceptional sugaring...

$100,000

$100,000

Unique Boutique Dress shop in the Greater Los Angeles Area

Thousand Oaks, CA

This, “Unique Boutique” Dress shop is located in a Cozy Shopping Center that provides good Anchor store style foot traffic with other businesses in the shopping center such as a sports bar,...

$130,000

$130,000

Cash Flow: $162,634

Large RV Sales and Service Dealership

Marin County, CA

Northern Bay Area super RV Dealership now available. If you are interested in being involved with big ticket items in the ever growing recreational space, this is your chance. This large dealership...

$2,500,000

$2,500,000

Cash Flow: $500,000

Iron Doors-Garages-Fences- Inventory $400K. 55% profit margin

North Hollywood, CA

Sellers will carry back up to $400,000. This well-established business specializes in the production of iron doors, gates, and fences, consistently achieving high-volume output. Annual Gross Income:...

$1,585,000

$1,585,000

Cash Flow: $485,000

Turn key Valley location in Van Nuys.

Van Nuys, CA

Excellent location at a major inersection in Van Nuys with good visibility from all directions. Ample parking. Almost all washers recently replaced and under warranty. Multiple income streams...

$389,000

$389,000

Event Rentals Business

Sonora, CA

Premier Event Rentals - Your Trusted Event Partner in the Mother Lode Located in both Sonora, CA and Sutter Creek, CA, Premier Event Rentals is the leading event rental company serving the Mother Lode...

$250,000

$250,000

Antiques, Collectibles, New Retail & More in the Heart of Sonora,CA

Sonora, CA

Rustic Rose Mercantile offers a unique shopping experience with a diverse selection of antiques, collectibles, new clothing, baseball cards, comic books, yard art, artwork, candles, gifts, and more....

$199,000

$199,000

Dry Cleaner in Van Nuys

Van Nuys, CA

This dry cleaning business with the plant is located in a busy plaza with very high traffic count and if you like the high quality of service for the dry cleaning, this is the place and this is the...

$119,000

$119,000

Cash Flow: $48,000

Dry Cleaners in West Hills

West Hills, CA

If you like the high quality of service for the dry cleaning, this is the place and this is the perfect location for the dry cleaners. This well established dry cleaning plant is located in a high...

$149,000

$149,000

Cash Flow: $60,000

Prime Waterfront Restaurant Opportunity in Morro Bay

Morro Bay, CA

Prime Waterfront Restaurant Opportunity in Morro Bay RRC# 5068 Location: Morro Bay Description: This is a rare opportunity to bring your restaurant concept to one of California’s most iconic coastal...

$299,000

$299,000

Family owned asian restaurant for sale in Rocklin shopping center

Roseville, CA

Family owned Asian restaurant for sale in Rocklin which is 21 minutes northeast from Sacramento area. Seller is retiring is looking to sell to the right buyer. Lease amount is $5319.00. Rent cover...

$210,000

$210,000

Unique plant shop for sale in Downtown Millbrae

Millbrae, CA

Unique Plant shop for sale in downtown Millbrae. A hidden gem in Millbrae. The moment you walk in is like a jungle. Great breathtaking rare plants too like a variegated monstera deliciosa and a...

$48,000

$48,000

Fantastic looking Restaurant/Bar in beautiful hills of S. J. TYPE 47

San Jose, CA

PENDING. Beautiful setting Restaurant with open kitchen & full bar in rolling hills of evergreen, Vineyard like patio perfect for setting up weddings and Parties of different occasions, all concepts...

$99,000

$99,000

2 Popular Franchise Deli Sandwich Restaurant - Northern California

Yolo County, CA

? Two Established Franchise Deli Sandwich Restaurants – Northern California Turnkey | Strong Sales | Prime Locations | Loyal Customer Base ? Opportunity Overview: Looking for an Established business...

$210,005

$210,005

Cash Flow: $66,000

Lab, Medi-Medi, Staff, Equipment, Partnership Preferred, Write-off

Orange County, CA

Big, spectacular clinical laboratory, fully equipped for infectious diseases testing, chemistry, and toxicology, with active Medicare and Medi-Cal. Seller is motivated to any deal and note. Business...

$1,500,000

$1,500,000

Dry Cleaners in Mountain View for sale!

Mountain View, CA

Full Dry Cleaning plant that also has shirts pressing machines for sale in Mountain View. With the ability to do all work on site you can make sure the quality and care is up to your own standards!...

$349,000

$349,000

Chocolate/Flower Shop in Glendale!

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

Smoke Shop

Stanislaus County, CA

Smoke shop for sale in Stanislaus County. The shop carries tobacco accessories and groceries and drinks. It's located in a pocket of a neighborhood and has some competition but a buyer can come in and...

$99,000

$99,000

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illi Commercial Real Estate

Serving Los Angeles County, CA

illi Commercial is a full service commercial real estate firm located in Southern California, specializing in landlord and tenant representation, investment sales, property management, and consulting services. We’re a different kind of real estate company – serving clients and communities through collaboration, experience, and innovation. In 2007 we set out to build a different kind of real estate company. We fostered a culture of collaboration amongst ourselves and the people that we serve. We are focusing on attracting and unleashing the most talented professionals in the industry. We have developed a fun and fulfilling team environment that embodies collaboration and provides a positive impact within the lives of our associates and within the communities that we serve. The dedication of our team and our culture is unmatched in the industry and allows us to deliver the utmost value and benefits to our clients. No matter what your requirements, be it expanding your current space, moving to a new building, investment strategy, relocating your corporate headquarters or growing into new markets, illi Commercial can help you make decisions in your company’s best interest – saving you time, minimizing costs and maximizing value. Our team will ensure that your properties receive maximum exposure through aggressive marketing techniques, results-oriented philosophy, and a commitment to providing each listing with the tools required to fill vacant space or sell a building.

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Mexican Restaurant and Cantina with Live Entertainment

San Bernardino County, CA

Desirable Location!! Live Entertainment!! Seller Financing Available!! Contact business broker for more information regarding this Mexican Restaurant and Cantina for sale located in San Bernardino...

$400,000

$400,000

Absentee Run Mexican Restaurant

Riverside County, CA

Desirable Location!! Seller Financing Available!! Contact business broker for more information regarding this Mexican Restaurant and Cantina for sale located in Riverside County area of Southern...

$200,000

$200,000

Dry Cleaners Business with Growth Potential

Los Angeles County, CA

This dry-cleaning business's current and previous owners have enjoyed over 45 years of stable operations at the same location since the mall was built around 1979. The store is ideally situated next...

$230,000

$230,000

Cash Flow: $140,000

Established - Cigar (Smoke) Shop - Great Location -Hight Net- Low Rent

Clovis, CA

Turn key Cigar (Smoke) Shop - Profitable – Easy to Manage – Top Location – Semi Absentee. Great opportunity to own an attractive build, high volume, high gross profit, major busy intersection...

Not Disclosed

Cash Flow: $140,000

Not Disclosed

Cash Flow: $140,000

Heating & Air Conditioning Business (New Installs and Repairs)

Thousand Oaks, CA

Sale price includes vehicles and all equipment assets needed to run daily operations. This busy Heating & AC business is part of one the largest and leading HVAC service providers in the United...

$229,899

$229,899

Cash Flow: $646,000

Turnkey Restaurant+Boba Shop for Sale in Millbrae Near SFO

Millbrae, CA

Here’s your chance to own a well-established, beautifully designed restaurant with a dedicated private parking lot in the bustling Millbrae area, just minutes from San Francisco International Airport...

$328,000

$328,000

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.