Monrovia, CA
A rare opportunity awaits to own a prestigious and well-established floral business with over a decade of success and a sterling reputation. This flower shop has cultivated a loyal clientele and...
Businesses in California For Sale
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Blooms & Treasures: Gifts and Flowers for Every Occasion!
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$57,000
Turnkey Ice Cream & Frozen Dessert Vending Machine Route for Sale
California
Step into the profitable world of ice cream and frozen dessert vending with this well-established, home-based operation. With just a few hours of work per week, you can generate income from...
$15,000
Turnkey Pet Franchise
Monrovia, CA
TURNKEY PET FRANCHISE OPPORTUNITY - MONROVIA, CA This established pet store franchise offers an exceptional turnkey opportunity in the recession-resistant pet industry. Located in Monrovia within Los...
6
$125,000
Upscale Speakeasy Style Whiskey and Tapas Lounge
Los Angeles, CA
Live the dream in the dtLA Financial District! Blocks from the Crypto Center nestled in the O Hotel & Spa and next door to the Wayfarer Hotel. Completely built out and established TURNKEY tapas...
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$149,000
Cash Flow: $66,000
Jamba Juice Franchise - Anaheim CA
Anaheim, CA
One (1) franchise location in Anaheim, CA. 2024 Gross Sales $654,226. Adj. EBITDA $93,189. Lease transferable. G&A not included. Inventory not included. Cash on hand not included. Transfer fee(s) not...
$350,000
Construction And Landscape Equipment Rentals
Lake Elsinore, CA
Established Business Serving The Construction Industry For Over 45 Years! We Rent Everything From A Wrench To A Tractor! Open 6 Days A Week....
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$999,999
EBITDA: $110,000
Award-Winning Houseplant & Gift Boutique in Historic Downtown Petaluma
Petaluma, CA
Award-Winning Houseplant & Gift Boutique in Historic Downtown Petaluma Established in 2017, this profitable retail boutique specializes in houseplants and unique home décor in a prime downtown...
6
$110,000
Cash Flow: $40,920
25 Year Established Window Washing Company
Castaic, CA
BUSINESS OVERVIEW: Dynamite Window Washing has operated in Santa Clarita for 25 years. This is a rare opportunity to purchase a long-established business with a strong reputation and a loyal customer...
5
$150,000
Cash Flow: $100,000
Franchise Desert Shop with very easy to Run in K Town
Los Angeles, CA
1). Monthly gross sale is $30,000 2). Monthly rents $ 4,500 + $ 500 NNN 3). Lease Has 3 Year + 0 Years or New Lease 4). Size is approx. 800 SF.+ Patio Out Side 5). Ample Parking lot 6). The restaurant...
$150,000
Cash Flow: $120,000
Grocery Market in Silverlake for Sale! Major Price Reduction!!!
Los Angeles, CA
Established supermarket located in a prime location of Silverlake for sale with all the fixtures & assets included. Price Reduced! Motivated Seller!...
5
$115,000
FranchiseMister Sparky Electric
Available in California
Power is powerful! Invest in a top-tier, recession-resistant electrical services franchise backed by the Mister Sparky brand!
$150,000
BUSINESS FUNDING SERVICE Business - $900K a year profit potential
Duncans Mills, CA
EXCLUSIVE LICENSING RIGHTS to a 23-year-old established funding service business that has helped hundreds of new owners purchase their business without the need for any bank loans. And they received...
$120,000
Cash Flow: $430,000
Turn Key salon Established since 2003 for Sale
La Crescenta-Montrose, CA
Beautiful and successful salon in the heart of charming Montrose. We have been in business since 2003 and have amazing reputation with loyal clientele. Our team in amazing with great energy and...
2
$444,000
Established Intermodal Trucking Company – $9M Revenue
$15,000,000
Long Beach, CA
Jamba Juice - 3 units in California
Los Angeles County, CA
Franchisor requires $300K minimum net worth and $120K minimum in liquid capital....
$1,696,000
Cash Flow: $331,011
Drilling & Shoring Contractor, $4.5 million sales, $743K DE, SBA
San Diego County, CA
A highly respected drilling and shoring contractor with more than 20 years of proven success in Southern California is available for acquisition. The business is projecting $4.5 million in sales and...
$1,900,000
Cash Flow: $743,272
Dr. John & Eileen Prudhont
The Business Brokers, LLC. in NV. & The Business Brokers, Inc. in CA
Serving Riverside County, CA
Dr. John and Eileen have been helping Buyers and Sellers of Businesses, Franchises, Commercial and Residential Investment Real Estate for over, a combined, 50 years. Our extensive Business Brokerage experience includes: ATM & Vending Businesses E-Commerce Businesses Restaurants and Bars/Taverns C-Stores, Liquor Stores Gas Stations, both Un-Branded and Branded Both Re-sale and New Franchises Fitness/Gyms Bars and Restaurants Automotive Repair Shops, Tire Retail & Repair/Replacement Shops and Oil Change Facilities Retail and Service Businesses including Interior Design, Furniture, Home Decor and more Medical Businesses including Podiatry, Chiropractic, Orthopedic, ASC's and more Fashion and High Fashion Clothing Stores Real Property, Land and Business Combination Sales Commercial Real Estate Lease Negotiation and Sales and so many more! Please call for us details. In NEVADA: The Business Brokers, LLC. is a Business Brokerage with Dr. John & Eileen Prudhont as Principals/Business Brokers In CALIFORNIA: The Biz Brokers, Inc. is a Business Brokerage with Dr. John & Eileen Prudhont as Vice President & President/Business Brokers We serve all of all of Nevada from our Las Vegas, NV office & California from our Newport Beach, CA office. Eileen: NV DRE: BUSB.0006956.BKR. |. Eileen: CA BRE: 01307577 John: NV DRE: BUSB.0006958.BKR. | John: CA BRE: 01178776 Nevada: 5510 S Fort Apache Rd. Ste. 451 Las Vegas, NV 89148, Phone: 702-802-8090 California: 301 Bayview Circle, Suite 104, Newport Beach, CA 92660, Phone: 661-347-6985
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2 Lucrative Cookie Franchise Locations in Shopping Centers
Thousand Oaks, CA
Rare opportunity to own two premium franchise dessert shops located in the highly desirable Conejo Valley area. Known nationwide for its rotating weekly menu and signature gourmet cookies, this...
$1,268,000
Cash Flow: $396,823
San Diego Pool Service Route for Sale
San Diego County, CA
Includes three decades old package of Business Goodwill via phone number, logo, website, and company name. Most of our customers have been with us for more than 15 years, with some approaching 30...
$58,125
Cash Flow: $59,500
Premium Vacation Rental Management in California’s Wine Country
California
This established, full-service vacation rental management company specializes in California’s wine country and its many attractions, combining local expertise with national reach. Known for strong...
$99,000
Cash Flow: $34,362
4 Bay Car Wash & Laundromat Plus Store Front Own The Land & Business
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Gustine, CA
Car Wash & Laundromat Businesses Have Been Running Since 1974 At 726 South Ave. Plus A Store Front For Your Choice To Lease 3 Businesses & Own The Land. Or Run All 3. Zoned C-2 Ideal Year Round...
6
$820,000
Pool Service Route - Los Angeles, CA
Los Angeles, CA
JOIN A BILLION DOLLAR INDUSTRY WITH UNLIMITED POTENTIAL! OWN YOUR OWN THRIVING POOL SERVICE ROUTE WITH RECURRING POSITIVE CASH FLOW. Well established pool service route in desirable areas. This route...
$432,000
Cash Flow: $150,000
FranchiseHomewell Care Services
Available in California
An Opportunity Like None Other: Where Personal Fulfillment Meets Financial Success
$50,000
Established Men’s Wellness Clinic in Prime West Hollywood Location
West Hollywood, CA
Business Overview Ultimate Male West Hollywood is a turnkey men’s wellness and aesthetics clinic located on iconic Sunset Boulevard, offering a full suite of in-demand services including Testosterone...
5
$399,000
Powder Coating Business for Sale (15' long equipment / 3000 sqft shop)
Buellton, CA
3,000 sqft shop space located in a gated parking lot. All the equipment was purchased brand new in 2020 from Spray Systems Inc. Business has been operating for 4 years, fully permitted. The shop is...
6
$160,000
SBA Pre-Qualified Automotive Equipment Sales & Service
$950,000
California
Turnkey Deli
San Diego, CA
MOM’s Deli – Affordable Turnkey Opportunity in a Business Park Setting Here’s a hidden gem with big potential! MOM’s Deli is a clean, owner-friendly operation nestled in a busy business park with...
6
$110,000
Cash Flow: $40,000
Fast Growing Riverside Bar W/ High Cashflow, Low Rent & Overhead
Riverside, CA
BRÜE CRÜE is a craft beer taproom and independent rock venue. We’re proud to be the “third place” for an incredible community of regulars. A convenient spot between home and work where everyone feels...
5
$399,999
Cash Flow: $144,000
Farmers Agency for Sale!
Los Angeles County, CA
Established Farmers Insurance Agency - Prime Los Angeles County Opportunity Step into ownership of a legacy Farmers Insurance agency with more than 40 years of proven success in one of the most...
$800,000
Fast-Casual Mexican Fusion Franchise On Historic Route 66
Upland, CA
This well-established Mexican fusion restaurant franchise offers a proven fast-casual model with consistent revenue from dine-in, delivery, and catering. The concept combines authentic Mexican flavors...
$199,000
Cash Flow: $83,124
Express Car Wash - Seller Financing Available
Pomona, CA
EXPRESS CAR WASH - RECENTLY REMODLED - SELLER FINANCING Available Priced at $890,000, with Seller financing available. This property features a newly remodeled express car wash strategically situated...
$890,000
Profitable Italian / Pizza Restaurant w/ Type 47 License – Brentwood
Brentwood, CA
Established Italian/Pizza restaurant with full bar located in downtown Brentwood presents an exceptional acquisition opportunity. This turn-key operation has been serving the community since 2018,...
6
$849,900
Cash Flow: $120,000
Highly Profitable Smash My Trash Franchise
California
ESTABLISHED SMASH MY TRASH FRANCHISE - CALIFORNIA This turnkey waste management franchise presents an exceptional semi-absentee investment opportunity in California's thriving commercial market....
$1,900,000
Cash Flow: $435,000
FranchiseScout and Molly's
Available Nationwide
TAKE YOUR FIRST STEP TOWARD A FUTURE IN FASHION FRANCHISING!
$100,000
Popular Take Out Pizza Franchise, Owner Operator Can Net $165,043!
Fresno, CA
Amazing Location! This is a long established Take Out Pizza Franchise opened in 2007. This store is currently absentee operated. Owner only does paperwork and deposits. This store is ideal for an...
$499,000
Cash Flow: $165,043
Goldmine HVAC Business – $1M Rev. & $180K Locked Contracts
Fresno, CA
Step into a rare, cash-flowing HVAC business with 26+ years of market dominance, a bulletproof recurring revenue base, and untapped expansion potential that could double your income in year one. This...
$550,000
Cash Flow: $123,222
Established Sign & Graphics Business for Sale
$55,000
Orange County, CA
TURNKEY // Mobile Grooming & Pet Sitting Business
Vista, CA
This turnkey Woofie’s franchise offers a rare opportunity to own a high-demand, fully operational mobile pet grooming business in one of Southern California’s most affluent and pet-loving markets....
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$160,000
Cash Flow: $60,000
Printing Business for sale in the Eastern High Sierra
Bishop, CA
Work where you play! Estiblished in 1978 / Alex Printing was successful from the beginning. Bishop is a special place Located in the Eastern Sierra mountains of California, highly recreational, with...
6
$279,900
FranchiseServiceMaster Clean
Available in California
Join one of America's first franchises in commercial cleaning with 65+ years of experience in the industry. Low startup capital and high earning potential upwards of $1.97M in average gross sales.
$100,000
Existing Dental Practice for Sale – Turn-Key, Business Only
San Jose, CA
Established general dental practice for sale in a high-traffic San Jose neighborhood shopping center. This is a business sale of an operating dental practice, not just a dental office space. The...
6
$222,222
Japanese Hot Pot - Absentee Run, Diner Only
Foothill Ranch, CA
FACTS LABOR FULL 0 LABOR PART 10 LEASE 10 + 5 YEARS SIZE SF 2,000 HOURS 5 pm + 9.30 SATURDAY 5 PM + 10 SUNDAY 5 pm + 10 BUILT OLD OWNED 0 Year ( 0 ) Owner work NO WORK For sale is an absentee-owner...
$230,000
Cash Flow: $60,000
LegUp Dog Walking | 20+ Years | Turnkey | Low Overhead
San Rafael, CA
For over two decades, LegUp Dog Walking has been Marin County’s trusted name in professional pet care. Established in 2003, this owner-operated business provides reliable dog walking, in-home...
5
$165,000
14,000 Sq Ft Auto Body Shop Facility With Spray Booth – San Diego
Escondido, CA
Facilities: 14,000 sq. ft. lot | 1,200 sq. ft. office | 4,000 sq. ft. warehouse Included: Spray booth, business phone number, website, Yelp account, Google account, and all on-site personal property...
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$125,000
Turnkey Pub and Restaurant
Fresno, CA
The Layover is a fully built-out, turnkey bar, full kitchen, and event space located in the heart of Downtown Fresno. Designed as a warm, inviting, and versatile venue, it has become a go-to spot for...
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$55,000
Khaled Azar
Livmo
Serving San Diego County, CA
We intimately understand the exhilaration of building a vision from scratch and growing a thriving tech business. Having walked in your shoes, we appreciate the complexities involved in marketing and selling a company. Our team of former founders, developers, and technologists speak your language and will help you navigate the intricacies of a transaction. With decades of hands-on experience, we’ll make sure your life’s work is valued accurately so you can look ahead to that next big idea.
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Digital Ad Agency | $1.1M | Trending $750K+ Profit | 54% Margin
Palo Alto, CA
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a high-margin digital agency built to help coaches, consultants, and agencies consistently close high-ticket clients—without relying on cold outreach or...
$1,100,000
EBITDA: $750,000
Profitable Bathtub Refinishing Business – 20 Years Strong – Turnkey!
Yucaipa, CA
Established Bathtub Refinishing Business - 20 Years of Proven Success This turnkey bathtub refinishing business offers an exceptional opportunity to acquire a profitable, established operation with...
$48,000
Cash Flow: $84,000
Turnkey Sign Business — Major Price Drop!
$149,900
Orange County, CA
Great Opportunity-Full-Service Auto Repair Business-Monterey Peninsula
Monterey County, CA
This is a rare chance to acquire the full-service auto repair business currently available for sale on the Monterey Peninsula. Serving the community for over 40 years, the shop has built a stellar...
$363,000
Specialty Jewelry Shop & Trendy Boutique-Prime Location-Cannery Row
Monterey, CA
Set in the heart of Cannery Row—Monterey’s most celebrated and highest-traffic destination—this specialty jewelry shop and stylish boutique provides shoppers from around the world with a truly...
$249,000
FranchiseBenjamin Franklin Plumbing
Available in California
Join the leader in residential plumbing services! We provide tools and support so our franchise owners grow their business and dominate their market.
$150,000
Nicely Built-Out Restaurant in Carmel, California
Carmel, CA
Step into a beautifully built-out restaurant located in the scenic Carmel, California. Opened in 2022, this establishment has already earned a loyal following among both locals and tourists. Currently...
$199,000
Full Service Car Wash California
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Citrus Heights, CA
Established Full Service Car Wash - Citrus Heights, California This income-producing car wash operation presents an exceptional opportunity in the thriving Sacramento County market. With over one year...
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$2,500,000
EBITDA: $248,325
SBA Pre-qualified! Profitable Teppanyaki restaurant in LA County
Los Angeles County, CA
"Please inquire about this listing through the contact form. Upon request, a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) will be promptly emailed to you." #1026 Area: Los Angeles County Asking Price: $800,000...
$800,000
Cash Flow: $303,217
Auto Repair, Orange County, Low Rent - Priced To Sell!
Orange County, CA
This auto repair shop presents an excellent opportunity for an owner-operator or a buyer looking to expand an existing operation. The facility is equipped with two above-ground hoists and reported...
$95,000
Cash Flow: $75,000
Waba Grill, High Vol & Net, Next to School
Orange County, CA
- Location: Prime 1,700 sq. ft. space with heavy foot traffic - Business Hours: Monday to Saturday: 10 AM - 8:30 PM, Sunday: 11 AM - 8 PM - Employee Count: 5 part-time employees ($10,000 monthly...
$195,000
Cash Flow: $96,000
Profitable Chinese Restaurant
Los Angeles County, CA
This well-established sit-down Chinese restaurant has been a beloved part of the local community for more than 20 years, earning a strong reputation for consistent quality and smooth, straightforward...
$325,000
Cash Flow: $236,000
Incredible Location For Veterinary Hospital Or Assisted Living Nursing
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Concord, CA
Multiuse Facility. Flexible Zoning (Downtown Mixed Use). All units are owner occupied so you can expand or change the existing businesses. Diverse revenue streams with multiple businesses on site....
$3,300,000
Cash Flow: $175,000
FOR SALE: Profitable, Fully Operational Escape Room in Prime SoCal Loc
Orange, CA
--- Step into ownership of a **highly profitable, turnkey escape room business** in the heart of Orange County, California. IMMERSION ESCAPE ROOMS dba ENTANGLED is a well-established, 8-year-old...
$525,000
Cash Flow: $190,000
Heart Institute in Lancaster, California
Lancaster, CA
Since 1975, this Cardiology Practice has been dedicated to providing complete heart care for the Lancaster community. Combining decades of experience with the latest medical innovations, the practice...
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$1,650,000
FranchiseGYMGUYZ
Available in California
Own the #1 in-home and on-site personal training brand bringing fitness, accountability, and convenience directly to clients.
$50,000
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
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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.
