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...
Businesses in California For Sale
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Modern Fully Equipped Salon Ready for New Owner
$60,000
Cash Flow: $42,000
Established STEM Robotics Franchise with 5 School Locations
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...
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$65,000
Cash Flow: $55,000
Pool Service Route - Woodland / Davis, CA
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
OC Softball Camp -Established & Turnkey Sports Training Business
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’s Trusted Auto Repair Shop: Prime Location & Loyal Customers
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
Medical clinic/Urgent care best best location...Establis over 10yrs
Bell, CA
Best location for urgent care clinic in Los Angeles...heavy foot traffic....heavy traffic flow. Graet for cash & all insurance patients....
6
$189,000
Cash Flow: $480,000
Salad Dressing Manufacturing
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
The Spread
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
Well established truck and auto collision repair business for sale!
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
Franchise Fitness Center in Ventura County California
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
FranchiseWindow World
Available Nationwide
Join Window World, the industry leader in custom exterior home improvement products. Our customers appreciate our great service and fantastic prices. Our franchise owners value our family culture and the ability to make a great living helping people. Find out how a Window World franchise opportunity can help you achieve more than you ever thought possible.
$250,000
Recession Proof Norcal Absentee Owned Environmental Testing Company -
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
28-Year Established Truck Accessories Retail Store for Sale
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...
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$199,000
Prime Irvine Restaurant Opportunity | High-Volume ($3M Annual Sales)
$790,000
Irvine, CA
Business location for Sale
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...
6
$119,000
Ambulatory Surgical Center Accredited
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...
2
$124,960
Michael Wildeveld - CBB, CBI, CM&AP, M&AMI, CEPA
Veld Mergers & Acquisitions
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
We strive to help our clients realize their unique definition of success. To achieve this, our team provides a comprehensive service offering aimed at supporting lower middle market business owners at nearly all stages of their company’s lifecycle. Our team has supported over 2,000 clients since 2002 and completed more than 1,150 transactions. This experience, coupled with our history as founders, owners and operators ourselves provides our team with an unparalleled practical knowledge base and real world perspective that is aligned with our clients. When we provide mergers & acquisitions advisory services, explore capital sourcing and deployment options, evaluate valuation drivers or structure a realistic exit plan, we do so knowing that our clients rely on us to help manage what may be their largest asset and the culmination of years of extraordinary efforts. If our client has an interim leadership need, we approach the assignment as if it were our business, reputation, investment and our future retirement at stake – because ultimately it is. The value we provide and the quality of our efforts will make or break a successful engagement. In doing so we are not only able to capitalize on each of our management experiences, but we are also able to draw from best practices learned from working with thousands of clients across all industry sectors. As a result our perspective is broad and our resource base is vast. Our full service approach supports the notion that your business is more than just a transaction to you and us, it’s our business too. Your success translates into our success, just as we shoulder the burden of any failure. As a result we consider ourselves to not only be our client’s solutions advisor, but also their partner.
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Cleanest Topless Nightclub Anywhere!
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
Turnkey Beauty Studio Near USC/6 Rental Units/High Upside/$78K Est Rev
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...
2
$64,000
Cash Flow: $68,000
BeeCh Please
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
High-Revenue, Turnkey Nail Salon in Prime Location-Established Clients
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...
3
$649,000
Established Integrative Acupuncture Clinic – Long Beach
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....
6
$195,000
Cash Flow: $196,726
FranchiseVillage Inn
Available Nationwide
For the very best in breakfast and beyond, look no further than Village Inn - with a refreshed, modern store design and a well-established, reputable brand history.
$250,000
Coastal Clothing Store - *With added future opportunity*
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
Profitable Pizza Restaurant in Rancho San Diego
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...
6
$150,000
Turnkey Charcuterie Business
$148,000
Tulare County, CA
Profitable Auto Repair & Body Shop
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...
3
$440,000
Cash Flow: $220,000
San Diego Elite Speed & Strength- The Church
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
Busy Pet Feed/Grooming Business
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...
6
$200,000
Cash Flow: $120,000
Flowers and Gifts for Every Occasion!
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...
6
$52,000
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
Cheese Shop / Sandwich Shop in Marketplace
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...
3
$75,000
Mission's Tortilla Route, Beaumont, CA
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
FranchiseSend Me a Pro
Available Nationwide
Send Me a Pro is the first Home Services Platform Franchise, enabling you to aggregate multiple home services under one franchise.
$49,599
Profitable National Mexican QSR ( Del taco )
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
La Mirada Pool Service Route for Sale
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
Profitable MedSPA for Sale
$655,000
Los Angeles, CA
Specaility Furniture Store, Easy To Run, Very Profitable
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
Mailbox Rental, Mail Center, Retail For sale, U-Haul Center
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...
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$150,000
Cash Flow: $120,000
FranchiseFirst Choice Business Brokers
Available in California
First Choice Business Brokers are a team of passionate professionals that assist buyers and sellers of small to medium-sized businesses with their buying/selling transactions. With over 25 years of industry-leading experience, new franchise owners are expertly trained in a proven business model. This unique opportunity offers multiple streams of revenue by helping business owners.
$75,000
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!...
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$99,000
Venice Beach barbershop-TURN KEY-10 years established-Low rent
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...
6
$65,000
Cash Flow: $205,200
Premier Korean BBQ Restaurant — Rare Opportunity, Irvine, OC
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...
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$1,350,000
Cheesesteak & Wing Shop
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
Established 5000sqft Restaurant with Full Bar
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...
2
$299,000
Jason Hullender
IAG
Serving Riverside County, CA
IAG M&A Advisors is a nationwide business intermediary consulting firm that facilitates the buying & selling of businesses with the goals of our clients at heart. With over 100 years of combined management experience, our team gets to know each of our clients personally to understand their values & businesses. Our experience & leadership in the M&A industry has helped the owners of privately-held companies “cash in” on all their hard work and get the best payoff possible. Please refer any inquiries and send any NDAs to buyers@iag-service.com.
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Togo's Sandwich Franchise Sandwich Shop Opportunity
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....
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$159,000
Cash Flow: $125,000
HVAC Reliable & Professional Company
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
Turnkey Education Franchise | Semi-Absentee | Scale Ready | Millbrae
$159,000
Millbrae, CA
Sacramento Pool Service Route for Sale
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
Profitable NAD+ Electrolyte Brand Fully Built DTC & Amazon Business
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
FranchiseKid to Kid
Available Nationwide
Step into the $43 billion resale industry with Kid to Kid, a franchise that transforms high-quality, gently used kids' items into a profitable, purpose-driven business. Backed by 30+ years of innovation, unparalleled support, and a thriving community of 120+ stores, Kid to Kid offers the perfect opportunity to make a meaningful impact while building your own success story.
$100,000
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
Profitable Pet Grooming in Pasadena CA –4.9 star Yelp–Turnkey
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...
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$215,000
Cash Flow: $215,000
Snyder’s-Lance Route for Sale | Napa, CA — $135,000
Napa, CA
Snyder’s-Lance Route for Sale | Napa, CA — $135,000 Enter Quick Code CA-53602 at RoutesRUs.com for full details, or visit: https://routesrus.com/snyders-lance-napa-ca-ca-53602/ About the Route...
$135,000
Cash Flow: $75,113
Pizza and Italian restaurant -full staff-high traffic 4.5* reviews
Santa Clarita, CA
This Pizza/ Italian restaurant is located at a very busy cross street and large shopping center in Santa Clarita. The restaurant is set-up with a well equipped kitchen that includes a double stacked...
6
$149,999
Liquor store convenience market
Palm Springs, CA
“Turnkey”Profitable type 21 Liquor store and convenience market located in the Palm Springs area. This store is conveniently located next to I-10 on the main thoroughfare for visitors to Joshua Tree...
6
$550,000
SBA Pre-qualified! Very Profitable Japanese fusion Restaurant in LB
SBA LOAN ELIGIBLE
Long Beach, CA
***IN ESCROW*** "Please inquire about this listing through the contact form. Upon request, a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) will be promptly emailed to you." #1007 Area: Long Beach Asking Price:...
$3,300,000
Cash Flow: $1,061,291
Famous Chinese Dumpling Brand for Sale
Alhambra, CA
20 years famous Chinese dumpling brand restaurant for sale. Every months very profitable amount but seller is old couple and need to retired. They do have over 10 franchise restaurants. And this...
6
$600,000
Cash Flow: $170,000
Stand alone building with patio have parking lots
Long Beach, CA
Established Thai Restaurant - Prime Long Beach Location This thriving Thai restaurant presents an exceptional opportunity for an experienced restaurateur or investor seeking a turnkey operation in...
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$165,000
Express Car Wash with Real Estate -Very Attractive - 100% Absentee Run
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Tulare County, CA
Great opportunity to purchase a very attractive, newly established, top of line, McNeil Built, Express Car Wash with Real Estate. Please note, that this Express Car Wash with Real Estate is McNeil...
$7,999,000
FranchiseBlue Kangaroo PACKOUTZ
Available Nationwide
Blue Kangaroo Packoutz is a rapidly growing contents cleaning and restoration franchise, emerging as a leader in a niche market nationwide.
$150,000
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.
