Mission Viejo, CA
Step into a thriving, family-owned Mediterranean restaurant serving authentic, homemade dishes prepared daily from scratch. Located in one of South Orange County’s most desirable communities, this...
Businesses in California For Sale
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Established Mediterranean Restaurant – Mission Viejo – Strong Reviews
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$225,000
Cash Flow: $108,000
Established Nekter Franchise
Anaheim, CA
Take advantage of this rare opportunity to own a profitable and fully operational Nekter Juice Bar in a high-traffic location. This well-established franchise location has built a strong reputation in...
3
$119,900
Perfect location for your Restaurant Located in Downtown La Verne
La Verne, CA
This restaurant opportunity is in an amazing location. The current business owners are ready for the next stage in life and hate to see this business sell however the business owners know the new...
6
$150,000
Location!!!!! Popular Franchise Restaurant For Sale
San Bernardino County, CA
We’re pleased to present an incredible opportunity to purchase a franchise restaurant with with annual sales exceeding $2.22 million, fully equipped, well-training team and ready for immediate...
2
$699,000
Prominent Well Known Successful Day Spa
Santa Clara County, CA
For over 25 years this location has been a cornerstone of wellness and relaxation in the heart of Silicon Valley. Known for its serene ambiance, expert therapists, and loyal clientele, the spa offers...
$1,500,000
Cash Flow: $350,000
High-End Barbershop for Sale
Lakewood, CA
This barbershop is located right on a busy corner neighbors with a Starbucks,McDonalds,7-Eleven and parked right in the middle of two high schools. Everything is fully functional and regularly...
3
$70,000
Prime Location | Thriving Mediterranean Restaurant | Strong Sales
Goleta, CA
Excellent opportunity to acquire a fully built-out Mediterranean restaurant located on the highly trafficked Pardall Road corridor in Isla Vista, directly serving the UCSB community. The restaurant...
3
$450,000
Cash Flow: $250,000
Profitable 20+ Yr Gutter & Window Cleaning Business $107K SDE – Davis
Davis, CA
Profitable Davis-based gutter and window cleaning business serving Yolo County for over 20 years. The business has built a strong local reputation and operates primarily through repeat customers and...
$249,900
Cash Flow: $107,000
Turnkey spa business in Orange County
Orange, CA
Established Spa Business - Orange County Turnkey Opportunity Profitable beauty and personal care spa in prime Orange, California location offers exceptional acquisition opportunity. Operating...
6
$30,000
Growing Infertility Medical Practice and IVF Laboratory Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA
Available for acquisition is the longest operating, high-end single provider concierge fertility and IVF practice in Los Angeles. Serving a premium patient demographic through a boutique,...
3
$4,200,000
FranchiseMr. Appliance
Available Nationwide
Ranked as a top Appliance Repair franchise by 2026 Entrepreneur Franchise 500®. Limited national competition!
$85,000
Great 2-Territory Pink's Window Cleaning - Huntington & Long Beach
Long Beach, CA
--> Owner has priced this one to move! 2-Territory Pink's Window Cleaning franchise in the Long Beach and Huntington Beach areas. The business has been open for right at 1-year and they are close to...
4
$115,000
Turnkey Restaurant Opportunity + ABC 47 License
Santa Cruz County, CA
This well-established California cuisine in the Santa Cruz County offers an excellent opportunity for an owner-operator or experienced restaurateur looking to acquire a large, fully equipped...
$297,000
Profitable Bay Area Real Estate Media & Lead Gen Company $343K Revenue
$228,000
Millbrae, CA
Morongo Valley Pool Service Route for Sale
San Bernardino County, CA
SBA financing covering 75%–80% of the purchase price is available subject to the buyer's cash needs. Includes all business goodwill with professionally produced content that sets the company up for...
$450,400
Cash Flow: $203,000
Pet Grooming Business | High-Traffic Location | Loyal Client Base
Riverside County, CA
This is an excellent opportunity to acquire a well-established and growing pet grooming business located in a thriving retail corridor. Operating since 2009, the business has built a strong reputation...
$135,000
Cash Flow: $55,161
Mark Smith
Summit Business Advisors
Serving Nevada County, CA
Established in 2008, Summit Business Advisors serves the High Sierra Business Communities from Lake Tahoe to Lake Almanor, CA. Mark Smith, Broker and Founder has over 40 years of experience working with businesses throughout the Western US. and is a 15 year member of the International Business and California Business Broker Associations. If you are an owner looking to exit and sell your business or a buyer looking to purchase a business, Summit has the track record and experience to assist you. We specialize in businesses in the Retail, Wholesale, Distribution, Manufacturing or Transportation sectors with sales between $1,000,000 to $20,000,000 and EBITDA of $100,000 or greater.
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Huge 12 bay North OC Auto Repair Shop | Historic Local Presence
Fullerton, CA
Imagine stepping into your own thriving automotive empire in the heart of North Orange County. This isn't just another repair shop - you're looking at a massive 12-bay operation that's been the go-to...
$385,000
Cash Flow: $90,000
High-Visibility Restaurant & Bar – Full Liquor License – SLO
San Luis Obispo, CA
Established full-service restaurant and tavern with significant upside potential located in one of San Luis Obispo's most trafficked retail corridors. This rare opportunity offers a scalable food and...
5
$795,000
Tint World Murrieta, CA- Automotive Styling Business For Sale!
Murrieta, CA
Tint World Murrieta presents an exceptional opportunity to acquire a well-established automotive styling franchise in one of Southern California's fastest-growing markets. This beautifully appointed...
4
$599,000
Profitable Turnkey Tailor Studio – $4K Monthly Revenue – $30K Quick
Bakersfield, CA
Macario Alterations & Design is a fully operational turnkey fashion alteration and custom design business located in a prime Bakersfield retail area near Panorama Drive and Bakersfield College. This...
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$30,000
Cash Flow: $100,000
Profitable Turnkey City of Ventura Main Street Restaurant For Sale
Ventura, CA
CITY OF VENTURA MAIN STREET PROFITABLE RESTAURANT FOR SALE Premises: 4200' + 600' patio Monthly Rent: $10,500 per gross All In Parking: Public and Valet Lease Term: 7 yrs. + Options ABC License: Beer...
$525,000
Cash Flow: $200,000
FranchiseFitness Machine Technicians
Available Nationwide
Fitness Machine Technicians – a business-to-business and residential international franchise opportunity with the potential for residual income through recurring service-based contracts.
$50,000
Wrecking Yard For Sale With Inventory
Rancho Cordova, CA
This is business is currently operating and for sale along with the inventory. The inventory in this business consists of Racks/Shelves for cars out in the yard as well as for body parts such as...
6
$350,000
Award Winning Pickled Veggie Business w/Loyal Customer Base
Orange County, CA
This is an establish, award-winning pickle and specialty pickled vegetable business with consistent cash flow, strong brand recognition, and significant growth potential. The business has received...
6
$120,000
Cash Flow: $41,000
$1500+ Take Home Week 1! Established Pet Service Franchise
Concord, CA
22 years established Signages Business in San Francisco Bay Area
San Leandro, CA
Established Signage Business - 22 Years of Proven Success This well-established signage company has been serving the San Francisco Bay Area since 2004, demonstrating remarkable resilience by...
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$264,000
Cash Flow: $117,000
Enterprise Cable & Connectivity Solution Provider for Apple Products
Walnut Creek, CA
ACT Capital Advisors is pleased to offer a well established and highly profitable IT cable and connectivity solution provider, located in the San Francisco Bay Area, that is engaged in the engineering...
Not Disclosed
EBITDA: $1,630,000
Successful Medical Spa 17 years in business
San Diego, CA
Established Medical Spa - San Diego's Leader in Advanced Anti-Aging This highly successful medical spa has been serving San Diego for 17 years, building a reputation as the region's leader in advanced...
$1,000,000
Profitable, Established - Turnkey Business For Sale
Costa Mesa, CA
ESTABLISHED SHOE REPAIR BUSINESS - COSTA MESA This profitable shoe and leather repair business has served the Costa Mesa community since 1971, building an exceptional reputation for quality...
5
$275,000
Rare Opportunity: Established Turnkey, One-of-a-Kind Charter Business
Newport Beach, CA
-Turnkey operation with Custom Fleet, Booking System, equipment, licenses, secured dock lease, and certifications current. -Proprietary charter fleet unavailable through competitors. -Established...
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$725,000
High-Demand Venue - Turnkey Opportunity
Los Angeles, CA
ALL-IN-ONE VENUE OPPORTUNITY Photography studio + private event hall This turnkey banquet hall represents an exceptional opportunity in Los Angeles's thriving events industry. Established in 2022,...
6
$179,999
Established franchise sandwich shop | Prime O.C coastal location
San Clemente, CA
Established sandwich shop in a prime coastal location with loyal local customers and a simple, proven model. This is a true owner-operator opportunity - not suitable for absentee investors. The...
$104,000
Cash Flow: $75,000
FranchisePapa Murphy's
Available in California
We are the largest Take 'N' Bake Pizza franchise, offering simple operations and award winning pizza!
$125,000
Turnkey 6-Unit Subway Opportunity in Ventura County
Ventura County, CA
6 Unit Package Established units in the heart of Ventura County Terrific opportunity to enter or expand in the brands Subway offers a wide variety of customizable submarine sandwiches, wraps, and...
$1,550,000
Cash Flow: $414,000
3000 Sqft 10 Years Sushi Restaurant For Sale. Reduced $20k!
Sacramento, CA
restaurant open since 2015.good location.rent $4200 include NNN. near by safeway and freeway exit.3000 sqft. big space kitchen. long hood (about 20ft) . include 4 burner range, 1 fryer, 2 big burner...
$160,000
Cash Flow: $15,000
Multi-Revenue Stream Business Brokerage - Lucrative Opportunity
$95,000
Marin County, CA
Accredited Home Health Agency – Turnkey, Multi-County Coverage
Los Angeles County, CA
Turnkey, accredited Home Health Agency, fully transferrable (Past the 36 month mark), located in Los Angeles, CA with clean operations & expansive geographical areas including: LA, OC, Riverside, San...
$220,000
Palace Cleaners,Long standing Glendale Business For Sale! - Prime Area
Glendale, CA
Rare opportunity to own a business in the highly desirable Kenneth Village, one of Glendale’s most charming and bustling village districts known for its vibrant atmosphere, boutique shops, cafés, and...
5
$120,000
FranchiseAlphaGraphics
Available Nationwide
AlphaGraphics business-to-business model provides complete marketing, signs and print solutions to help local businesses grow. Our 52 years of experience provides national brand recognition, excellent support, training and growth in a scalable model.
$125,000
Express Employment Professionals in Downey, CA
Downey, CA
***Inquire for financial performance information*** Discover an exceptional business opportunity with Express Employment Professionals, a nationally recognized leader in staffing solutions. This...
6
$180,000
Mission Pilates for sale
Solvang, CA
Established in 2019, Mission Pilates is a highly successful and award-winning boutique fitness brand, proudly voted Best in the Valley in all fitness categories for four consecutive years. This...
6
$425,000
Thousand Oaks Profitable Italian Restaurant For Sale
Thousand Oaks, CA
Premises: Approx. 2000' + patio Monthly Rent: $6900 per mo. All In plus utilities Parking: Shopping Center Lease Term: 4 plus 5 yr. option Gross Sales $588,000 per yr. Net Profit $75,000 per yr....
$125,000
Cash Flow: $75,000
Profitable restaurant business for sale
Gardena, CA
Borjstar is a unique Middle Eastern fast-food restaurant designed with scalability and franchising in mind. The concept, branding, menu structure, and operational systems have been developed to...
3
$1,200,000
Event Rental Company
Santa Ana, CA
Looking to break into one of Orange County’s most lucrative business opportunities? Look no further. The event rental industry continues to experience strong demand across weddings, corporate events,...
6
$250,000
Cash Flow: $60,000
Jocelyn Ruiz
First Choice Business Brokers Tustin
Serving Orange County, CA
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South Coast Plaza OC Area High-End European Home Furnishing Showroom
Irvine, CA
Rare opportunity to acquire a beautifully built-out, designer home furnishings showroom representing a premier European-inspired luxury lifestyle brand. The approximately 10,000 square foot showroom...
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$850,000
Cash Flow: $250,000
$3,382,000 TTM Revenue: Open and Operating Service Franchise Resale
Hayward, CA
We are a leading home services business serving the Hayward market, operating within the recession-resistant property insurance ecosystem. The business combines national insurance program volume with...
$1,598,000
Cash Flow: $355,000
Established Business Brokerage Territory – Prime Market
$95,000
Alameda County, CA
Elder Care Facility for Sale - West Hills, Los Angeles County
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Los Angeles, CA
Residential Care / Elder Care Facility For Sale – West Hills, Los Angeles County Excellent opportunity to acquire a spacious residential property well-suited for an elder care or assisted living...
$1,149,999
Turnkey Pizza Restaurant with Beer & Wine – Popular Foothill Community
El Dorado County, CA
Established Pizza Restaurant with Beer & Wine License - Northern California Foothills This turnkey pizza restaurant presents an exceptional opportunity in a vibrant El Dorado County foothill...
$195,000
FranchiseHomewatch Caregivers
Available in California
Recognized in the 2026 Entrepreneur Franchise 500, Homewatch CareGivers is a recession resilient in-home care franchise where owners average $2,552,023** in gross revenue while building meaningful, impact driven usinesses. -resilient in-home care franchise where owners average $2,552,023-driven businesses.
$80,000
High Margin Algo Trading IP Business
Los Angeles, CA
This is an asset-light, high-margin business that develops and licenses ready-to-run automated trading strategies to professional investors. The offering includes a deep library of systematic...
Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $220,000
High-Potential Consistent-Performing Farmer’s Book
Chino, CA
This 20-year-established Farmer’s agency boasts a diverse, 100% owner-operated book of business. With a history of smooth integration and high client loyalty, it provides a reliable, plug-and-play...
$375,000
Cash Flow: $172,332
Highly Rated Pet Grooming Business for Sale
Los Angeles County, CA
This well-established dog grooming business in Southern California has been successfully operating under the current ownership for over 10 years. Located in a high-traffic area, the business benefits...
$130,000
Cash Flow: $85,000
Established Thai Restaurant For Sale - Over 25 Years In Redlands
Redlands, CA
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a staple of the Redlands dining scene. This Thai Restaurant has been family-owned and operated for over 25 years at this location. They have built a strong, loyal...
6
$120,000
Baskin Robbins, Updated, Fresh, Absentee Owner
Orange County, CA
Long Established Baskin Robbins franchise store located in South Orange County. Complete remodel and updated in 2025. Long lease and fresh franchise agreement. This store is turnkey and employee-run....
$349,000
Cash Flow: $30,000
Dry Cleaners South Bay Est 20 yrs Owner Retiring
Los Angeles County, CA
Established in 2006, this well-regarded dry cleaning business is located in a highly desirable community and is known for delivering high-quality dry cleaning and alteration services with prompt,...
$240,000
Cash Flow: $120,000
Profitable Manufacturing Business / Multiple Customer Sectors
California
This established manufacturing company represents a strategic acquisition opportunity in the agricultural and industrial equipment sector. With over 20 years of continuous operations, the business has...
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$2,000,000
Cash Flow: $226,796
Centrally Located Boba Franchise For Sale
Visalia, CA
Well established Boba Shop for sale. Deep-rooted throughout facets of the community. With limitless expansion possibilities through catering and other community events. Experienced and highly...
$375,000
Profitable Convenient Market Available Premium Location
Richmond, CA
$750k Yearly In Revenue + 5% Growth PROFITABLE CONVENIENCE STORE - PRIME LOCATION Established convenience store operating since 1982, strategically positioned adjacent to Richmond High School in...
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$499,000
Cash Flow: $200,000
FranchisePostNet
Available Nationwide
PostNet franchisees provide much needed small business print and marketing solutions.
$60,000
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.
