Woodland, CA
Rare chance to own a beloved Chinese restaurant with over 12 years of proven success and steady profitability. With loyal customers, strong cash flow, and a prime location in a busy shopping center,...
Businesses in California For Sale
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Profitable Chinese Restaurant – Strong Cash Flow & Loyal Customer Base
$250,000
Cash Flow: $92,002
Profitable & Instagramable Bubble Tea Shop
Walnut Creek, CA
Profitable Bubble Tea & Coffee Shop - Downtown Walnut Creek Turnkey franchise opportunity in Downtown Walnut Creek's vibrant shopping district, recently recognized as the #1 destination in San...
6
$290,000
Cash Flow: $150,000
ENT Practice for Sale! San Mateo County!
San Mateo County, CA
ref#790 Located in the heart of Silicon Valley and surrounded by an affluent community, this well-established ENT practice offers an exceptional opportunity for growth. With $1,072,889 in gross...
$550,000
Cash Flow: $743,529
Great Restaurant / Bar – Santa Barbara, 47 license for sale
Santa Barbara, CA
A rare opportunity to acquire a high-end, full-service restaurant in one of the most prestigious and high-traffic areas of Santa Barbara. This is a confidential sale of an impressive restaurant space...
2
$975,000
Classic Vintage VW Business for Sale - VW Enthusiast Wanted
Twentynine Palms, CA
Amazing opportunity for the VW lover or car enthusiast! Looking for a new energetic owner to take the business to new heights! Building one of the largest VW yards in the country, and possibly the...
6
$350,000
Licensed for 6 elderly care home in Alameda County
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Newark, CA
The elderly care home licensed for 6, approved for 5 non-ambulatory, 1 bedridden with a hospice waiver for 4 residents. 4 bedrooms have sliding door exits to the ramps for easy access. It is a bright,...
2
$1,678,000
Established Optometry Practices in Elk Grove, CA
Elk Grove, CA
Step into ownership of two well-established, reputable optometry practices with deep community roots and a consistently loyal patient base. With one location located in the bustling corridor of...
6
$400,000
Internet Based Hearing Aid Business, Retail
California
Better Business Bureau A+, 5-Star rating for 27 years running After signing of NDA, tax returns for the last 3 years, and other relevant documents available for potential buyer. Business has a solid...
$2,500,000
Cash Flow: $350,000
Leading Garage Transformation Franchise For Sale
Hayward, CA
Garage Living was founded in 2005 and began franchising in 2015. There are currently 52 franchise territories in the United States, Canada and Australia. Garage Living is the premier garage...
3
$695,000
New American Cuisine & Complete Craft Cocktail Bar, Santa Clara County
Santa Clara County, CA
MS Real Estate is excited to announce the availability of a turnkey, well-established, and profitable New American Cuisine and complete craft cocktail bar in Santa Clara County, California. This...
$449,000
FranchiseMiracle Method Surface Refinishing
Available Nationwide
Impressive average gross revenue of $1,230,180!* Join the #1 Surface Refinishing Brand, ranked by Entrepreneur Magazine!
$45,000
5 Star Automotive Wheel Repair Company Established in 2002
Riverside County, CA
Located in Southwest Riverside County offering an exceptional opportunity and value to to own a business that's locked in and has an outstanding reputation in the community. Established in 2002, we’ve...
$300,000
Cash Flow: $180,000
Restaurant Mission/Noe Valley area
San Francisco, CA
1000 Sq ft restaurant is a fantastic neighborhood. Between Mission and Noe Valley districts. Type one hood. one ADA bathroom. Surrounded by retail and residential....
$140,000
Profitable Massage & Facial Franchise | $1.2M Revenue | Semi-Absentee
$345,000
Sacramento, CA
Sunglass & Eyeglass Boutique – Profitable, Established, & Turnkey
San Diego, CA
10+ Years in Business | Prime San Diego Area Location | Steady Earnings Here’s a rare opportunity to acquire a well-established sunglass and eyeglass boutique that has been serving the San Diego...
$149,888
Cash Flow: $78,000
Price Reduced - Fresh Superfood Bowls and Smoothies Franchise
San Diego, CA
Price Just Reduced! This thriving superfood café offers a menu packed with allergy-friendly options, carefully prepared to avoid cross-contact with common allergens. Signature açaí bowls are crafted...
$175,000
Cash Flow: $58,000
Matt Mertens
Transworld Business Brokers
Serving Sacramento County, CA
For over 45 years, Transworld Business Advisors has been the world’s leading business brokerage firm helping entrepreneurs buy, sell, and franchise their businesses with confidence. With a global network of 1,000+ professional brokers across 250+ offices worldwide, Transworld has successfully sold more than 15,000 businesses, combining unmatched reach with proven expertise. At Transworld Business Advisors of Sacramento, we bring this global power to your local market. Our team delivers the personalized insight, integrity, and hands-on support that only a local expert can provide, backed by one of the largest buyer databases in the industry. That means your business opportunity reaches not only qualified buyers around the world but also serious investors right here in California and the Sacramento region. When you’re ready to sell, buy, or franchise your business, trust the #1 business brokerage network in the world with our global resources and local expertise.
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Mediteranean with full kitchen busy center
Fountain Valley, CA
Current net profit $75,000 may increase if you promote catering . In shopping center with several major tenants and lots of small budinesses . 1200 Sqft . Lease until Nov 2027 with option to renew for...
$99,000
Cash Flow: $75,000
Book of Business For Sale – San Diego, CA (92101) Farmers Insurance
San Diego County, CA
Farmers Insurance Agency Ownership Opportunity – Normal Heights, San Diego Build Wealth. Lead a Team. Own a Legacy. This is your chance to step into a turn-key, high-retention Farmers Insurance agency...
2
$195,000
Landscape Architecture - SBA Prequalified
Solana Beach, CA
This established Landscape Architecture firm has a well-earned impeccable reputation for excellence. The firm was founded in 2002 and has been owner-operated since. The firm works with various...
$600,000
Cash Flow: $413,292
Established Coffee Shop – Sale Pending
Modesto, CA
Proven Revenue. Good Location. Approx. 600 sq ft. with Affordable Rent. Ideal Opportunity for Owner-operator....
$175,000
Hair Replacement - Recurring Revenue - Southern California
California
This full-service hair replacement business is known for its reputation as a premier provider of Non-Surgical Hair Pieces. Over 30 years in business the company focuses solely on providing hair...
$900,000
Cash Flow: $267,000
FranchiseCommission Express
Available Nationwide
White-collar franchise. No holidays or weekends! Twenty-eight years of experience. Commission Express has a working relationship with most Real Estate companies. No license required.
$150,000
Boba Shop for Sale
Garden Grove, CA
Own a thriving turnkey boba and dessert café in a prime, high-traffic location! Crave Boba Shop is a local favorite known for its signature drinks, coffee, and desserts, drawing a steady stream of...
6
$210,000
Dry Cleaners with plant and alterations in Sherman Oaks
Los Angeles, CA
This is your opportunity to own a very well established Dry Cleaners with Plant and alteration business in a prime area of Sherman Oaks on a very high visibility shopping center. After 50 years in...
6
$449,000
Cash Flow: $155,000
Dream of Owning a Bar? This is it!! Includes Real Estate & Apartment
$800,000
Marysville, CA
Biky — Award-Winning DTC Kids Bike Brand, Lightest Models
Huntington Beach, CA
At Biky Bikes, we’re building something big: the first smart kids’ bike with GPS, lighting, sound features, and a parent app — all wrapped in a beautifully designed, award-winning product. The market...
$500,000
Fantastic Business Opportunity - Franchised Juice Bar
Sacramento County, CA
This is a fantastic opportunity to acquire a well-established franchised juice bar in highly desirable Land Park Area, County of Sacramento. This location was opened in 2020 inside a brand new...
$239,000
Cash Flow: $81,258
Free Standing Chinese Restaurant
Barstow, CA
Chinese Restaurant with huge parking lot. Located next to Motel 6. Has a lot of potential. Full Liquor License Sold Separate for $80K....
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$210,000
Turnkey Solo Esthetician Business for Sale
Fair Oaks, CA
Step into ownership with this thriving esthetics business, successfully operating for over 10 years in the heart of Fair Oaks, CA. This turnkey opportunity includes everything you need to start...
5
$94,000
25 Years Strong: Your Turn to Own a Proven, Profitable Hardware Legacy
Los Angeles, CA
Business Overview: Decades of Proven Excellence: For over a quarter-century, Rick’s Hardware has been a trusted name in the hardware industry. The company's longevity is a testament to its...
4
$500,000
Indian Wells Pool Service Route for Sale
Riverside County, CA
Excellent starter route. Solid account monthly service prices - loyal clients - excellent paying accounts. Free tools on hand Own your own recession-proof business. Create your own schedule - no...
$30,000
Cash Flow: $33,000
Boba & Cafe Shop for Sale with Year-Over-Year Growth | Van Nuys
Van Nuys, CA
Year-over-year growth has made this café one of the most attractive opportunities in the San Fernando Valley. The business is known for its natural ingredients in the premium boba teas, smoothies, and...
$99,500
Cash Flow: $48,415
FranchiseHello Sugar
Available in California
Hello Sugar dominates the Hair Removal category by offering the trifecta: wax, sugar, & laser hair removal! Our innovative approach to technology and franchisor services reduces franchisee workload and oversight requirements allowing you to scale without the need to work long nights in the business.
$150,000
Master Care Commercial Janitorial
Palm Springs, CA
For sale is a well-established full-service janitorial business, proudly serving the Inland Empire since 1989. This reputable company specializes in a variety of facilities, including strip centers,...
$575,000
Cash Flow: $176,892
Profitable Bodyshop Auto Repair for Sale! Great Opportunity!
Los Angeles, CA
Unique opportunity in a great location of Los Angeles, make this your body shop repair, owner is selling it with the book of business, tools, employees, everything! Rent lease is very reasonable! Do...
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$169,000
Cash Flow: $180,000
Iconic Lotus Automotive Parts Supplier – $2.3M+ Retail Inventory –
$500,000
San Andreas, CA
Boutique fitness studio business opportunity
Orange County, CA
This is a turn-key business opportunity to own an established Row House boutique fitness studio located in a busy Orange County, California shopping plaza. Priced at a fraction of the price to open a...
$35,000
Premier Pawn Shop w/ Real Estate
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Stanislaus County, CA
After more than 33 years of continued Ownership, it is time to retire and hand the keys to the kingdom over to the successor. Don’t miss the opportunity to be the owner of a long-established pawn shop...
$4,550,000
Cash Flow: $407,000
FranchiseKoala Insulation
Available Nationwide
Eco-Friendly Insulation Franchise - Smart Investments. Real Impact.
$200,000
Prime Downtown Encinitas Location
Encinitas, CA
An exceptional opportunity to acquire a profitable café business in the heart of Encinitas, just steps from Coast Highway 101 and three blocks from world-famous Swami’s Beach. Highlights: Location:...
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$125,000
EBITDA: $36,000
Los Angeles County Orangetheory Studio- South Bay Area
Los Angeles County, CA
Orangetheory Fitness is continuing our unprecedented growth, bringing our science-backed workout to more and more communities throughout the US and around the world. We were recently ranked #1:Best...
3
$350,000
Cash Flow: $150,000
Stone Distribution - Quartzite, Granite, Marble and Tile Distribution
Los Angeles County, CA
Stone and Tile Distribution Company – Los Angeles County This well-established stone and tile distribution company has proudly served the Los Angeles County area for over 30 years. Operating out of a...
$4,900,000
Cash Flow: $760,000
Profitable Mediterranean Restaurant – Falafel Fusion – Turnkey
Rancho Cordova, CA
Turnkey Mediterranean Restaurant – Falafel Fusion – High-Traffic Rancho Cordova Location Falafel Fusion is a well-established, fully equipped Mediterranean quick-service restaurant located in a busy...
6
$170,000
Profitable Franchise: Batteries, Lighting, Repairs & Key Fobs
Los Angeles County, CA
This established franchise offers a unique blend of essential retail and commercial wholesale services from a prime Southern California location. The business serves both walk-in customers and a...
$701,000
Cash Flow: $246,428
Wes Brown
California Business Sales
Serving Placer County, CA
California Business Sales represents the next generation of business brokerage — a seamless blend of technology, integrity, and market expertise. With agents positioned across California’s major cities, we leverage advanced valuation tools, secure seller dashboards, and real-time buyer portals to give our clients unmatched visibility and control. We believe great brokerage is built on responsiveness, accuracy, and trust. From detailed business valuations to strategic exit planning and financing solutions, our clients receive intelligent, high-touch service at every stage of the transaction. Founded and led by Wes Brown, a licensed broker and private pilot, California Business Sales operates with the same precision and foresight that define great aviation — clarity, discipline, and steady hands at the controls.
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Pharmacy with compounding for sale
Nipomo, CA
Neighborhood pharmacy with great compounding program covering a variety of different products and covering a large area with very limited competition well known in central coast. Huge potential for...
$595,000
Turn key restaurant for sale
Sacramento, CA
Exciting Opportunity to Own a Cajunfood Business ------------------------------------------------ Are you looking for a unique opportunity to own a well-established Cajun seafood business or create...
6
$190,000
Growing Turnkey Suburban Barre Studio - Nat'l Franchise
$340,000
Central Valley, CA
Tony's Men's Clothing
Palm Desert, CA
Located in Palm Desert on fashionable El Paseo surrounded by resorts and country clubs. Tony’s carries only the finest Italian apparel made out of the finest fabrics designed for the Elite Country...
$349,000
Tony's Barbecue & Bibingkinitan Restaurant
Anaheim, CA
Great opportunity to own a Barbecue Restaurant at a great location in Anaheim, CA (Harbor Blvd and 91 Freeway). *** with its most recent and Current Surge in Sales and Social Media Following. This...
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$225,000
FranchiseLawn Doctor
Available in California
Entrepreneur Magazine Franchise 500 #1 In Category! Don’t Wait Contact Us Today and Be Ready to Launch Your Business by Spring.
$60,000
Americas Cookie Store (Mrs. Fields Cookies)
Bakersfield, CA
Celebrated by multiple generations, Mrs. Fields® today enjoys the highest aided brand awareness in the industry and maintains a strong market presence. Products are sold via MrsFields.com, gifting...
$60,000
Cash Flow: $45,000
San Francisco Bay Area Home Health Agency
California
Established Bay Area home health platform with dual Medicare certifications serving seven counties. Joint Commission accredited with 4-5 star ratings. $7.6M revenue, $1.2M recast SDE (16% margin)....
Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $1,215,525
My Little Flower Shop
Palm Springs, CA
"My Little Flower Shop" is a distinguished floral design business nestled in beautiful Palm Springs, California. With over 50 years of experience, this shop has built a reputation for excellence in...
$175,000
Cash Flow: $129,981
Turnkey Hookah Lounge for Sale
Fresno, CA
Turnkey Hookah Lounge for Sale - Prime Fresno Location Established hookah lounge operating in a prime Fresno, California location presents an exceptional opportunity for new ownership. This turnkey...
6
$70,000
Rockstar Cannabis
Palm Springs, CA
Rockstar Cannabis Club in Palm Springs is a premier destination for cannabis enthusiasts, offering an extensive selection of products to cater to the diverse needs of their clientele. Whether you're a...
$160,000
Beautiful French Bistro Restaurant for sale in Rolling Hills Estates
Rolling Hills Estates, CA
Located in the lovely Promenade on the Peninsula Mall that includes skating ring, bowling alley (coming soon), movie theater, private preschool and daycare, gym and sport club, retail stores to name a...
4
$375,000
Two-For-One Turnkey Stretch Franchises
Ventura, CA
Take advantage of these TWO existing stretch franchises and benefit from this fantastic opportunity to step into thriving wellness businesses with a strong foundation. This franchise specializes in...
$499,000
Cash Flow: $175,000
Mediterranean Restaurant – Quick Service - Turnkey & Absentee Run
Riverside, CA
Looking for a clean, modern, and fully equipped restaurant in a super busy Riverside shopping center? This newly remodeled Mediterranean restaurant is designed for quick service and is ready for a...
$119,888
Cash Flow: $25,000
Profitable Truck Accessory Business NorCal - SC2244
California
Profitable Truck Accessory Business NorCal - SC2244 Financial Information Asking Price: $495,000 Cash Flow: $175,000 Gross Revenue: $1,250,000 Down Payment: $495,000 Adjusted EBITDA: On request This...
$495,000
Cash Flow: $175,000
FranchiseExit Factor
Available in California
Exit Factor is a business coaching franchise that focuses on coaching small to medium sized companies on how to build a valuable and sellable business.
$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.
