Oceanside, CA
This established Podiatry Practice generates approximately $170,000 in annual seller discretionary earnings while currently operating on a part-time schedule, offering an excellent income opportunity...

Oceanside, CA
This established Podiatry Practice generates approximately $170,000 in annual seller discretionary earnings while currently operating on a part-time schedule, offering an excellent income opportunity...
$375,000
Cash Flow: $170,000

Vacaville, CA
Mission Foods Route for Sale | Vacaville, CA — $105,000 Enter CA-76842 at RoutesRUs.com for more details, or use the following link: https://routesrus.com/mission-foods-vacaville-ca-ca-76842/ About...
$105,000
Cash Flow: $97,852

Contra Costa County, CA
Rare opportunity to acquire a high-performing, dual-location specialty practice serving the East Bay and Central Valley markets. This established Endodontic and Oral Surgery practice generates over...
$1,599,999

Paso Robles, CA
Seize an opportunity to own a Fantastic Sams franchise in one of Paso Robles' most powerful retail corridors. This salon benefits from an extraordinary volume of built-in foot traffic; with Albertsons...
$20,000
Alpine, CA
Alpine Uptown Salon is a turnkey, fully operational 9-station salon located in Alpine, CA. Recently rebranded and currently ranked the #1 salon on Google in the area, this business offers strong...
$60,000
Cash Flow: $42,000
Pleasanton, CA
Step Into a Growing, Purpose-Driven Business Take over an established and revenue-generating robotics and STEM education franchise serving Alameda County in the San Francisco Bay Area — one of the...
$65,000
Cash Flow: $55,000
Woodland, 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 upscale neighborhoods. This...
$173,460
Cash Flow: $147,000
Newport Beach, CA
Are you looking to step into a profitable, ready-to-run sports training business with a strong local reputation? Here’s your opportunity to acquire OC Softball Camp, a fully established training...
$75,000
Rocklin, CA
Step into ownership of one of Rocklin’s most established and trusted auto repair business Unbeatable Location with Major Growth Ahead Located in the heart of Rocklin, just minutes from the Placer One...
$225,000
Bell, CA
Best location for urgent care clinic in Los Angeles...heavy foot traffic....heavy traffic flow. Graet for cash & all insurance patients....
$189,000
Cash Flow: $480,000
Available in California
Join the #1 HVAC franchise brand! Become a part of the essential services industry driven by consumer demand and support by a nationally-recognized name in HVAC.
$150,000
Los Angeles County, CA
Small family-owned salad dressing business located in the San Fernando Valley. Established and great potential for growth! Business is turn-key and ready to be taken on by new owners!...
$55,000
Desert Hot Springs, CA
For Sale: A charming and cozy sandwich shop that has become a local favorite for those craving super fresh sandwiches and light bites in a relaxed, laid-back atmosphere. This delightful spot offers a...
$125,000
Cash Flow: $70,000
$95,000
Marin County, CA
Los Angeles County, CA
This well-established truck and auto collision business has built an outstanding reputation and tremendous goodwill over the past 54 years. Known for quality workmanship and reliability, the company...
$1,200,000
Cash Flow: $267,000
Ventura County, CA
Join one of the world’s largest fitness franchises. A unique opportunity to purchase a thriving Franchise Fitness Center in Ventura County California. In 2025 the business generated revenues exceeding...
$475,000
Cash Flow: $158,898
Yusef Mijalli
Gentile Real Estate
Serving Fresno County, CA
At Gentile Commercial, we specialize in facilitating seamless business transactions for buyers and sellers. With a deep understanding of market trends, valuation, and negotiation, our team is dedicated to helping entrepreneurs transition smoothly, whether buying their first business or selling an established enterprise. We prioritize integrity, confidentiality, and personalized service to ensure each deal is tailored to meet the unique goals of our clients. From small businesses to larger enterprises, we guide our clients every step of the way, maximizing value and ensuring a successful outcome. Your business journey deserves expert support—let us be your trusted partner in navigating the complexities of buying or selling a business.
California
This Northern Californian Absentee Owned Environmental Testing Company is a California Sub-Chapter S Corporation that was founded 16 years ago and has been under founding ownership ever since....
$4,950,000
Cash Flow: $750,000
Commerce, CA
Magic Truck Supply & Accessories, Inc. is a long-established and reputable truck accessories and lighting retailer located in the heart of Commerce, CA. Founded in 1998 as a family-owned and operated...
$199,000
Santa Clara, CA
Business Features: - 1,266 square feet of retail space - Franchise operation with established brand recognition - Easy-to-operate business model - Strategically located near Mission College, Levi's...
$119,000
Los Angeles, CA
Fully Accredited by Joint Commission -Ambulatories Outpatient Surgical Center for Sale – Prime LA Silverlake Location Asking Price: Negotiable. The owner would like to retire. The seller is also...
$124,960
San Diego, CA
Fully operational topless nightclub in San Diego, CA includes liquor license, police permit to operate, fully staffed, fully equipped. Millions invested in top notch buildout, state of the art...
$3,000,000
Available in California
Blue Moon Estate Sales is a top-ranked franchise that strikes all the right chords with people looking to build on their success and make a difference in others' lives.
$60,000
Los Angeles, CA
Established beauty salon and studio for sale in a prime location near University of Southern California and Downtown Los Angeles. Operating successfully for over 10 years with strong student and...
$64,000
Cash Flow: $68,000
Cathedral City, CA
For sale in Cathedral City: Discover a hidden gem of a Korean fried chicken restaurant nestled in the heart of the valley, a true culinary treasure waiting to be explored. This vibrant and inviting...
$139,000
Cash Flow: $63,772
$95,000
Alameda County, CA
Los Angeles, CA
Opportunities of this caliber rarely come to market. This is a well-established, high-revenue nail salon operating in a prime, high-traffic Los Angeles location with a long-standing reputation and...
$649,000
Long Beach, CA
TLA is an established acupuncture and integrative medicine clinic located in Long Beach, CA, serving patients throughout Long Beach, Seal Beach, and the greater Los Angeles and Orange County region....
$195,000
Cash Flow: $196,726
Carlsbad, CA
This established women's clothing boutique represents a premier retail opportunity in Carlsbad's desirable coastal shopping district. Operating successfully since 2015, the store has built a strong...
$600,000
Cash Flow: $145,000
El Cajon, CA
Rancho Giant Pizza is a well-established and highly regarded pizzeria known for its delicious, fresh-made pizzas, generous portions, and friendly customer service. Serving the community for years, the...
$150,000
Rancho Cordova, CA
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a fully operational, highly profitable, and owner-independent auto repair and body shop located in Rancho Cordova, CA. The business operates out of a 12,000 sq ft...
$440,000
Cash Flow: $220,000
El Cajon, CA
San Diego Elite Speed & Strength is a turnkey athlete performance facility located in El Cajon, CA. The gym offers 25 yards of indoor turf, a fully equipped strength training area, and established...
$35,000
Yucaipa, CA
Succesful Pet Supply/Grooming business available in Yucaipa, CA. Great income. Established with great clientele. Comes with everything need to operate the business. Clean building on a busy street...
$200,000
Cash Flow: $120,000
Available Nationwide
Ranked #1 Plumbing franchise by 2026 Entrepreneur Franchise 500®. $2.01M average gross sales!*
$100,000
Monrovia, CA
A rare opportunity to own a prestigious, well-established floral business with over a decade of success and a sterling reputation. This flower shop has cultivated a loyal clientele and consistently...
$52,000
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
$425,000
Lake Forest, CA
San Luis Obispo, CA
This is a great spot with beautiful equipment located in San Luis Obispo. Possibility are endlesss. Several new high profile tenants have just joined the marketplace. Would be fantastic for a couple...
$75,000
Beaumont, CA
Mission’s Tortilla Route for sale in the Beaumont and Banning, California region for $159,000! Currently generating an estimated $702,156 in yearly sales and nets an estimated $106,575....
$159,000
Cash Flow: $106,575
Available Nationwide
Restoring What Matters Most™ - Full-Service Property Restoration
$100,000
Fresno County, CA
Profitable National Mexican QSR – Central California Standalone Building , Absentee Owner , Established and high-performing national Mexican quick-service franchise located in Central California ? Key...
$900,000
Cash Flow: $350,000
Orange County, CA
Perfect starter route with room to raise rates, making this a value buy. Good customers, tight routes per day, and very well kept pools. Consistent additional profits from Summer treatment every year...
$39,600
Cash Flow: $47,000
Contra Costa County, CA
Transform your investment into a thriving specialty furniture business that delivers consistent profitability with minimal hands-on management required. Since 2005, this established East Bay furniture...
$299,000
Cash Flow: $150,000
Laguna Niguel, CA
For Sale: OC Mail Store – Turnkey Shipping & Business Service Center in Laguna Niguel, CA Please DO NOT Call the STORE< we have employees that work there, Privacy reasons > Business Overview: OC Mail...
$150,000
Cash Flow: $120,000
Los Angeles, CA
Established supermarket located in a prime location of Silverlake for sale with all the fixtures & assets included. Price Reduced! Motivated Seller!...
$99,000
Simon Cho
RedPoint Realty
Serving Orange County, CA
Los Angeles, CA
Established Venice Beach barbershop offering exceptional turnkey opportunity just two blocks from the iconic Venice Beach boardwalk. This 10-year established business operates in a beautifully...
$65,000
Cash Flow: $205,200
Irvine, CA
This Korean BBQ Spot is a well-established, full-service Korean barbecue restaurant operating in the heart of Irvine, California — one of the most affluent and consistently sought-after dining markets...
$1,350,000
$150,000
Roseville, CA
Roseville, CA
long established restaurant , made to order burgers, wings , cheesesteaks, salads, subs , large patio , free standing building etc... beer and wine --- tvs...
$165,000
Cash Flow: $75,000
Big Bear Lake, CA
Confidential bar + restaurant opportunity — Big Bear Lake, CA Well-established bar and restaurant in Big Bear Lake with a strong local following and repeat clientele. The space is 5,000+ sq. ft. with...
$299,000
Available Nationwide
Unleash your entrepreneurial spirit with Grasons Estate Sales & Business Liquidations, the #1 home-based estate sales & business liquidations franchise! Tap into a proven and trusted brand that has redefined excellence in this market.
$50,000
Stanislaus County, CA
Established Togo’s Sandwich Franchise – Low Rent & Prime Lifestyle Hours Business Description Rare opportunity to own an established Togo’s Sandwich franchise with an unbeatable overhead structure....
$159,000
Cash Flow: $125,000
Riverside County, CA
Family owned and operated HVAC company in Riverside County. Owner has built and maintained a strong profitable HVAC company with low overhead and a dominating presence with both commercial and...
$450,000
Cash Flow: $150,239
El Cajon, CA
Established carpet cleaning business serving San Diego County with a strong reputation and consistent demand. The business generated approximately $241,000 in gross revenue over the past 12 months...
$180,000
Cash Flow: $80,000
Gardena, CA
Someone recently left the barbershop sad to say really good location he had to leave the state established clientele negotiable everything included owner finance everything you need is there already...
Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $75,000
Sacramento County, CA
Great very compact starter route. Six Chem only and six chem plus. Easy pools takes about 4 hours for the whole route. Filters, Pool RX/Blueray XL, Phosphate treatment are extra. Own your own...
$102,000
Cash Flow: $132,000
West Hollywood, CA
This is a rare opportunity to acquire the first-ever drinkable NAD+ electrolyte supplement brand, a fully built and positioned health & wellness e-commerce company with a complete infrastructure ready...
$296,000
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...
$279,900
San Mateo County, CA
Established Furniture Store for Sale – Peninsula, Northern CA Bay Area This custom couch furniture store represents an exceptional opportunity in San Mateo County's affluent Peninsula market....
$75,000
Pasadena, CA
Established in 2022, LA Pet Home is a highly rated and well-recognized pet grooming salon in Pasadena, CA, featuring a loyal customer base of approximately 1,000 active clients and a strong 4.9-star...
$215,000
Cash Flow: $215,000
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PostNet franchisees provide much needed small business print and marketing solutions.
$60,000
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 |
|
Profit Margin |
23% |
|
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:
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.