La Canada Flintridge, CA
Established pet grooming salon in affluent La Canada Flintridge offers exceptional opportunity for owner-operator. Operating since 2019 in a location that has served as a grooming facility for over 45...
Businesses in California For Sale
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Thriving dog grooming business in La Canada Flintridge, CA for sale.
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$230,000
Cash Flow: $108,000
25 Years in business Tailoring, Alterations, Clothing Repair Business
Kern County, CA
Well established, Repeat customers, and new customers constantly coming. Not many competitions around. Clothing repair Alterations/Retail T-shirt business for sale. In business over 25 years, serving...
2
$100,000
Cash Flow: $168,000
Nationwide Distribution Business for Sale
Glendale, CA
This listing is for an Importing and nationwide distribution business specializing in hookahs, hookah accessories and tobacco. Business has over 20 years of pristine reputation in a highly lucrative...
$4,200,000
Cash Flow: $800,000
Smoke shop
Baldwin Park, CA
Located in high traffic area, in beautiful shopping center next to Metro Pc, Dollar Tree, Planet Fitness, Auto Zone and La Michoacana, also next to the community center....
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$195,000
Cash Flow: $180,000
Trade Real Estate for High-Earning Business - SC2144
California
Trade Real Estate for High-Earning Business | Seller Financing Available – SC2144 Financial Information Asking Price: $1,285,000 Cash Flow: $268,000 Gross Revenue: $400,000 Down Payment: $1,285,000...
$1,285,000
Cash Flow: $268,000
First Kinkos In North America!!
Menlo Park, CA
- Turnkey mailbox and ship center business that has a high rate of rented mailboxes, authorized ship center for Fedex, UPS, USPS and DHL. - Prime location with low monthly lease. - Partnerships with...
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$199,500
Cash Flow: $65,000
Successful Auto Repair Business, Knowledgeable Staff!
Sacramento County, CA
This auto repair and smog testing business was started in 1976, as a sole proprietorship in a two-bay service station. The business moved in 1977 and occupied a 2,000 square ft warehouse space before...
$375,000
Cash Flow: $142,418
Acquire a well-established firearms business, Huge Price Reduction!
Bakersfield, CA
Congratulations on considering the purchase of this amazing store! We are excited for your interest but be prepared to demonstrate your ability to purchase. This store will not last long at this...
$465,000
Cash Flow: $145,316
Established Semi-Truck Collision & Paint Shop (Lodi,CA)
Lodi, CA
Located on a 3-acre lot in Lodi, CA with direct access to Highway 99, this established semi-truck collision and paint shop is a turnkey opportunity for a new owner. The shop features 4 full-service...
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$1,200,000
Cash Flow: $390,000
Wine store, Excellent SF East Bay Location
Walnut Creek, CA
Well established wine store which has retain as well as an event space. Presently they have approximately 740 wine members who purchase regularly. Plenty of opportunity to expand and grow. Must See!...
$398,000
EBITDA: $120,000
FranchiseGrease Monkey
Available in California
We’re proud to be a leading name in oil changes and automotive aftermarket repair. With both single and multi-unit franchise opportunities available across the United States, now’s the perfect time to join a proven brand on the rise.
$400,000
Medical Spa Turnkey- High volume area!
Sacramento, CA
This beautifully maintained 2,300 sq. ft. medical spa features eight fully equipped procedure rooms, two restrooms, and a dedicated laundry room. Located in a high-traffic shopping center next to...
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$450,000
Cash Flow: $404,000
707859 - Managed Print & IT Support Provider
California
We are offering for sale a well-established provider of managed print services, office equipment sales and IT managed services. The company delivers managed and project-based solutions that have...
Not Disclosed
EBITDA: $1,239,297
Established Sign Business In An Amazing Area For Sale
$274,000
Alameda County, CA
Mexican Restaurant with long-standing, loyal customer base!
Castroville, CA
This is a 40-year Castroville favorite in a prime, high-traffic spot—known for authentic Mexican dishes, generous portions, and a welcoming, community vibe. Reliable operations, loyal repeat...
$100,000
Cash Flow: $40,000
Established Beauty Salon in Prime Poway Location
Poway, CA
No Walk-Ins or Direct Inquiries with Staff. For all questions regarding the sale, please contact the agent directly. Thriving beauty salon with over a decade of success in a busy Poway shopping...
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$100,000
Prabhjot Randhawa
Liberty Business Advisors of S. F Inc
Serving Alameda County, CA
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Farmers Insurance Agency For Sale in Anaheim Hills, Ca
Anaheim, CA
Established Farmers agency for sale in Anaheim Hills. Client base is predominantly Arabic speaking. Option to take over office space that has been occupied by a Farmers agent for over 20 years....
$192,000
Alteration business without cleaning service
Huntington Beach, CA
Established alteration business located in a prime corner shopping center in Huntington Beach, CA. This turnkey operation specializes exclusively in alteration services without dry cleaning, making it...
$53,000
SBA Pre-qualified! Profitable Asian Restaurant Business in Culver City
Los Angeles, CA
"Please inquire about this listing through the contact form. Upon request, a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) will be promptly emailed to you." #1023 Area: Culver City Asking Price: $650,000 Including...
$650,000
Cash Flow: $282,918
SBA Pre-qualified! Profitable Asian restaurant business & real estate
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Los Angeles, CA
"Please inquire about this listing through the contact form. Upon request, a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) will be promptly emailed to you." #1022 Area: Culver City Asking Price: $650,000 Including...
$4,150,000
Cash Flow: $282,918
Premium Newport Beach Territory - Home Service Franchise Resale!
Newport Beach, CA
--> Popular Newport Beach Franchise Resale - With a Premium territory in a High-Growth Franchise System! The owner will be moving out of the country and must sell this popular home service franchise....
$140,000
FranchiseJunk King
Available Nationwide
Junk King, a Neighborly company, is the nation's leading junk removal franchise. With us, your path to business ownership can experience the royal treament!
$50,000
Established Automotive Repair Franchise in Contra Costa County, CA
Antioch, CA
A rare opportunity to purchase a successful Automotive Repair franchise in Contra Costa County, California. The 2024 revenues exceeded $847,000 and the owner benefit was over $93,000. This established...
$199,999
Cash Flow: $93,419
Profitable Family-Owned General Contractor — 30+ Years, Referral-Only
San Diego County, CA
For more than 30 years, our family-run construction company has delivered high-quality residential and light commercial projects supported by strong community trust and long-standing professional...
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$675,000
Cash Flow: $320,000
Profitable Promotional Products Business | Complete Production Center
$149,000
Riverside County, CA
Established speciality soap factory for sell
San Diego, CA
This established business is a top seller in Amazon's cast iron soap market. Has over 20 SKUS with hundreds of positive reviews. The owner has relocated and is looking to sell the business...
$500,000
Cash Flow: $300,000
Buy the Property and the Business.
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Joshua Tree, CA
(All Equipment AS-IS) 2 - 60# FL Speed Queen 2 - 40# FL Heubsch (2016) 13 - 30# FL Heubsch (2018) 6 - 20# FL Heubsch (2018) 4 - 10# TL Heubsch (2018) 14 - 30# Stack Dryers (2021) 2 - Changers 4 -...
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$995,000
Mom and Pop shop!!
Carson, CA
Longtime owners navigating into the cocktail hour of their lives. New blood here can prosper and continue operating this legacy-rich buisness. Regular and loyal customer base. Prime location near city...
$90,000
Military & Government Ceremonial Manufacturer: Profitable, Huge Upside
Chula Vista, CA
Discover a rare opportunity to acquire a unique and thriving business specializing in worldwide retail sales of specialty items sold to the US Navy and other military branches. Established over 20...
$1,200,000
Cash Flow: $286,654
Curated Family Retail Gem – Aldea Home & Baby Franchise
Culver City, CA
Aldea Home & Baby is a boutique retail destination where families, friends, and community members connect and enjoy a curated selection of stylish, eco-friendly products for the home and baby. Located...
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$225,000
Turnkey Automotive Coatings & Glass Service Business
Westlake Village, CA
ClearView Automotive is a well-established, highly profitable automotive coatings and glass services business serving Southern California since 2013. The company specializes in commercial fleet work,...
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$210,000
Cash Flow: $76,000
Turnkey Fine Dining Restaurant & Bar– Fully Built-Out, Ready to Launch
Folsom, CA
Turnkey Fine Dining Restaurant & Bar in Folsom's Premier Location Rare opportunity to acquire a fully operational, professionally designed fine dining establishment with nearly $1 million invested in...
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$599,000
FranchiseGotcha Covered
Available Nationwide
Gotcha Covered franchise owners enjoy a high-income potential, impressive margins, and a great lifestyle selling blinds, shutters, shades and custom draperies to the home and commercial markets. Invest in yourself with a Gotcha Covered window treatment franchise. This low-risk, home-based business is the change you’ve been looking for.
$150,000
Established Auto Repair Business – $273K SDE – Semi-Absentee
Sacramento, CA
Rare chance to acquire a reputable, highly profitable auto repair shop that has become a staple in its local community. Known for its honest service, loyal customer base, and highly skilled team, this...
$850,000
Cash Flow: $273,155
Elite Transportation Business – $109K SDE & Major Reputation
Los Angeles, CA
Rare opportunity to acquire a highly reputable chauffeured transportation business with nearly two decades of proven success. It’s strategically positioned near LAX, Beverly Hills, and Downtown LA –...
$550,000
Cash Flow: $109,074
Circle-K Franchise - Full Liquor License(Type-21) - Seller Financing
$150,000
San Bernardino County, CA
ESTABLISHED NAIL SALON...a decade of Health Nail Beauty in LA, CA
Los Angeles County, CA
This Nail Salon has a solid foundation and has been established since 2014 in a vibrant part of the community. The neighborhood blends an upscale yet approachable vibe, making it the perfect back drop...
$349,000
Cash Flow: $178,238
Long established shop with fleet accounts
San Diego, CA
40 year auto repair business in the Miramar area located in an industrial area with 50%+ business to business activity with plenty more opportunity if you're willing to knock on doors or targeted...
$290,000
Cash Flow: $145,000
FranchiseHounds Town USA
Available in California
Dog daycare & boarding franchise boasting 2024 Average Net Revenues of $919,994.
$250,000
Five Day Sandwich Shop -- Short Hours -- Long Lease
San Jose, CA
This sandwich shop, located on the ground floor of an office building in a major office park in San Jose, has been serving breakfasts, a variety of coffee drinks, sandwiches, salads and occasional hot...
$98,000
Cash Flow: $25,380
Cypress Garden Elder Care: RCFE-6 with Property
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Arroyo Grande, CA
RCFE-6 in a gated community. Currently five residents with the casita suite vacant (private courtyard entry) — fill or use as owner/admin quarters. Stabilized gross income of $50,972/month at full...
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$1,645,000
EBITDA: $357,211
Auto Salvage And Recycling
Alameda County, CA
About 1.5 acre yard, office building and front parking lot, in east bay tri city area. business established over 30 years. Inventory includes vintage Mercedes Benz, BMW, Porsche, Jaguar, Volvo and VW...
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$1,400,000
Successful Electrical & Lighting Contracting business
Orange County, CA
Electrical & Lighting contractor with monthly contracts that provides monthly income, and continuous work for employees. We have had continued growth over the past 4 years. This would be a great...
$600,000
Top Bay Area Personal Injury Law Firm for Sale
San Francisco County, CA
An exceptional opportunity for an experienced personal injury attorney, or firm, to acquire one of the top personal injury firms in Northern California. The law firm is a thriving, turnkey long...
$6,062,649
MOONEY LEE
Action Realty Task, Inc
Serving Orange County, CA
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Door & Window Supplier w Exclusive Manufacturer Relationships
Los Angeles County, CA
Profitable and established direct-to-consumer door and window supply company with strong industry relationships and a loyal customer base. The business specializes in providing homeowners with...
$500,000
Cash Flow: $364,000
9660 Hageman Rd
Bakersfield, CA
Turn key full service restaurant in a prime location in Bakersfield, CA. This beautiful restaurant offers exceptional ambience and dining experience. Liquor license included, fully equipped commercial...
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$399,000
Recurring Cashflow | Online Business | Work From Home
$2,500
Los Angeles, CA
Lucrative Inpatient/Outpatient Wound Care Practice
Colton, CA
Exciting, Vibrant Wound Treatment practice. Nearly 1500 hundred encounters per month--both inpatient and outpatient care...
$8,900,000
Cash Flow: $4,500,000
Tractor Rental & Excavation Service with Operator - High Net
Los Angeles County, CA
Great opportunity to own an well established, low overheads, high gross, high net, five(5) days per week, Tractor Rental and Excavation Service with operator. Business model entails tractor rental...
$1,400,000
Cash Flow: $484,623
FranchiseAllegra Marketing Print Mail
Available Nationwide
Join the Allegra network, a leader in the marketing and print industry since 1977. Our business-to-business model offers turnkey opportunities with limitless revenue streams.
$100,000
Established women's fashion brand/ Bravo-featured/Beverly Hills pop-up
Los Angeles, CA
Chloe Colette is a luxury women's fashion brand founded by designer Jennifer Rizzuto in 2018, built on the philosophy that clothing should celebrate femininity with chic, effortless style. This...
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$125,000
Well-established Grading Contractor specializing in Residential Tract
California
Link to PDF Teaser: https://industrypro.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Project-Baseline-Teaser.pdf We're working with a well-established grading contractor specializing in residential tract...
$8,000,000
EBITDA: $1,800,000
Orangetheory San Jose Area Studio
Santa Clara County, CA
At Orangetheory Fitness, we set both our members and franchise partners up for success. Our workout is scientifically proven to produce results, our tried-and-true development track record is evidence...
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$1,100,000
EBITDA: $274,000
5 Star Gelato Shop & Pastry Café
Riverside County, CA
This well-established dessert café offers a rare opportunity to acquire a beloved brand known for its artisan gelato, specialty pastries, and premium coffee offerings. Located in a desirable area of...
$150,000
Cash Flow: $26,768
La Jolla Pool Service Route for Sale
San Diego County, CA
High income for easy pools. Perfect starter route. Own your own recession-proof business. Create your own schedule - no evenings or weekends. Work from home or an office. Unlimited earnings with...
$24,000
Cash Flow: $27,000
West Coast Mechanical Contractor; 54% EBITDA Growth, $3.7m TTM Rev
California
Project Legacy is well-respected union mechanical contractor serving a diverse base of institutional and commercial clients in the San Francisco Bay area. This company is as durable as it gets....
$3,400,000
EBITDA: $687,000
Profitable Utility SaaS Platform
Alameda County, CA
This profitable SaaS platform powers energy insights to residential customers driving home energy solutions in decarbonization. Built over 10+ years and deployed across a largest utility provider,...
Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $400,000
Gas Station, W/ Real Property & 3-Bedroom House & Large Commercial Lot
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Calaveras County, CA
$600,000 Net Profit Gas Station, C-Store, W/ Real Property & 3-Bedroom House & Large Commercial Lot Rare investment opportunity with multiple income streams and huge upside potential. This...
$3,600,000
Shoe Repair Shop
Contra Costa County, CA
$55,000 Net Profit Retail Shoe Store & Repair Shop|Semi-Absentee|Established 38 Years Located in a busy shopping center featuring major anchor stores and excellent visibility from the main road. The...
$20,000
FranchiseHeating + Air Paramedics
Available Nationwide
Thrive with a Recession-Resistant, Essential Service Business Backed by a Proven Business Model
$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.
