Walnut Creek, CA
Price negotiable for the right buyer. Happy to share financial info upon request! If you’re looking to step into a successful business with a strong foundation, loyal clientele, and built-in systems...
Businesses in California For Sale
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Established Auto Detail Shop & Office Space/Apartment
4
$125,000
Amazing opportunity to own Charleys Philly steaks in different cities
Los Angeles County, CA
Established Charleys Philly Steaks franchise opportunity featuring multiple locations across Southern California including Victorville, Hesperian, and San Bernardino. This turnkey restaurant operation...
3
$450,000
*Reduced!!!* Brewery with Distribution & Strong Growth Potential
Ventura, CA
This turnkey **CERTIFIED ORGANIC** craft brewery is a rare opportunity for a buyer seeking established operations, strong brand positioning, and exceptional growth potential. Designed to balance...
6
$750,000
MUST SELL updated and modernized 24HR 9Round Kickbox Fitness franchise
Riverside, CA
Established 9Round Kickboxing Fitness Franchise - Riverside, CA This turnkey 24-hour fitness franchise presents an exceptional opportunity to acquire a profitable, established business with strong...
5
$19,500
Poke Restaurant - Established in 2015, Absentee Run
Los Angeles, CA
One of the very first poke restaurant in Los Angeles. Established in 2015. Original Owner. Absentee run. Great potential for growth with owner operation. Motivated Seller!!! Description Asking Price:...
$89,900
EBITDA: $25,000
Downtown Bar
Desert Hot Springs, CA
For sale is a premier downtown bar located in Desert Hot Springs, known as the perfect hub for socializing, enjoying playoffs, and savoring the best drinks in town. This vibrant sports bar offers a...
$150,000
Cash Flow: $80,000
Franchise Jewelry&watch Repair Inside Mall Location
Roseville, CA
jewelry & watch retail and repair store in the galleria of Roseville mall franchise location part of over 160 nationwide locations FAST FIX franchise, 16 years in business...
5
$650,000
Established Multi-Unit Pizza Franchise - North San Diego County
Escondido, CA
This offering includes two turnkey, well-established pizza locations with disciplined operations and consistent performance. Both stores operate with clean, well-organized financials, trained teams,...
$550,000
Cash Flow: $180,003
Long Established Gas Station
Spring Valley, CA
This opportunity only comes every once in a lifetime. Very well-established gas station waiting for new Owner! This fantastic Location off of 94 Hwy is an opportunity for an owner-operator, absentee...
5
$3,200,000
Cash Flow: $860,127
Tastea Alhambra- Back on the Market- reduced
Alhambra, CA
Tastea Alhambra 349 E Main Street, Alhambra, CA 91801 MLS#: SR25063338, Step right into a proven beverage hotspot in the heart of Alhambra’s Main Street corridor — where foot traffic doesn’t stroll,...
6
$265,000
FranchiseChildren's Orchard®
Available Nationwide
It is resale reimagined. Children’s Orchard sells gently used name-brand kid’s clothing, shoes, and accessories for up to 70% off retail prices. If you have been feeling the need for a professional change that offers flexibility, growth potential, and personal fulfillment, Children’s Orchard franchise ownership might be the path you have been searching for. The resale industry is booming, and franchising has real advantages, but the best part is the process is already nailed down for you.
$100,000
Northern California High-End Home Services Business - Discreet Sale
California
Are you looking for a profitable, low-overhead business with substantial recurring revenue and a loyal customer base? A well-established home services business in a high-demand market is now quietly...
Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $250,000
Leading Established Southern California Roofing Company for Sale
San Diego County, CA
Well established, multi generation profitable roofing company serving some of the most affluent communities of San Diego county. Company currently does no marketing which offers a significant...
Not Disclosed
EBITDA: $150,000
Upscale Established Salon with Loyal Clientele and Employees
$899,999
Marin County, CA
Established Trucking Business in Sacramento with 30 Years of Expertise
West Sacramento, CA
For three decades, our company has been the trusted name in On-Demand courier & trucking services for Sacramento's local businesses. Serving major corporations and small businesses alike, we...
$1,200,000
Established Flower Shop with Loyal Customers for Sale
Orange, CA
Established Flower Shop in Old Towne Orange Since 1990 – A Blossoming Business Opportunity Step into a thriving, well-loved floral business with a legacy of over three decades in the heart of Old...
5
$120,000
Prabhjot Randhawa
Liberty Business Advisors of S. F Inc
Serving Alameda County, CA
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Turnkey SUV / Limo Company TCP/Uber SUV
Irvine, CA
45k total + you buy the car or refinance in your name (45k balance on loan) Est 2022**Turnkey LIMO/BLACK SUV White Glove Service. Currently with 1 Black SUV 2023 XL Fully Loaded for Corporate or UBER...
3
$45,000
Cash Flow: $95,000
Recession Proof Fire Protection Business
San Dimas, CA
Established profitable and growing full service Fire protection business with over 350 active loyal repeating clients, offers steady adequate income stream and even larger growth potential. The...
$300,000
Smog Check, Oil Change Business
SBA LOAN ELIGIBLE
California
This well-established smog check business in Solano County presents an exceptional opportunity for a buyer looking for a profitable, turn-key operation with minimal competition. Generating gross sales...
$698,000
Cash Flow: $203,631
Junk Removal & Demolition Services Business
Los Angeles, CA
The Company is a residential and commercial junk removal and non-structural demolition services provider operating primarily in South California. The business offers hauling, cleanouts, and light...
Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $400,000
South Bay Window Covering Business – $115K Cash Flow
Los Angeles County, CA
Established window covering design and installation business serving the affluent South Bay communities of Palos Verdes, Manhattan Beach, and surrounding coastal areas. The business generates...
$399,000
Cash Flow: $115,000
FranchiseAMH Enterprises
Available Nationwide
Own a business Reselling Items to the Federal, State, Local Governments and Military!
$50,000
Well established neighborhood Italian restaurant
Placer County, CA
WELL ESTABLISHED NEIGHBORHOOD ITALIAN RESTAURANT This thriving family-owned Italian restaurant has been serving the Placer County community since 2011, building a loyal customer base over 15 years of...
5
$220,000
Cash Flow: $86,720
Established Tutoring Center
Riverside County, CA
Help students reach their full potential at this tutoring center. Fully functional and furnished learning center. Current owners have prospered in this territory. Clean, modern and fully turnkey! Come...
2
$357,000
Long Standing Motorcycle and Bicycle Service Shop.
$599,999
Santa Cruz, CA
Hospice Agency for Sale – Clean History – Fully Transferable
Chatsworth, CA
For sale is a Hospice Agency located in the neighborhood of Chatsworth, Los Angeles County. Health Department licensed (CDPH License). Initially licensed in 2019. License was recently renewed and is...
$375,000
Physical Therapy For Sale , San Luis Obispo County, CA
San Luis Obispo County, CA
ref#715 This well-established physical therapy practice is located in the highly desirable San Luis Obispo market and is now available due to the owner’s retirement. The practice generates $454,219 in...
$450,000
Cash Flow: $203,663
Cannabis Equipment Manufacturer and Retailer
Los Angeles County, CA
Cannabis Equipment Manufacturer and Retailer - Well Established Brand with Low-Overhead and Global Sales This innovative cannabis equipment design and assembly business, established in 2016,...
6
$1,500,000
Cash Flow: $440,000
High-Volume OC Commercial DMV Registration Services
Fountain Valley, CA
Established in 1996 to bridge the gap between independent automotive dealers and DMV services, this business initially tailored services for dealers who lacked staff to manage complex DMV paperwork...
$600,000
Cash Flow: $76,659
Express Car Wash + Full-Service Car Wash - Flex Combination
Ontario, CA
EXPRESS CAR WASH + FULL-SERVICE CAR WASH • PRIME LOCATION, MAJOR Freeway Offramp, • Near California’s largest outlet and value-retail shopping • This Flex Car Wash combines both Express Car Wash and...
$5,550,000
Visalia Pool Service Route for Sale
Tulare County, CA
Amazing platform in place primed for rapid growth. Includes highly rated Business phone number, name, website and all social accounts. Well-seasoned accounts serviced by a long-term successful owner....
$144,300
Cash Flow: $146,000
Grat Cuts
Corona, CA
A well-established salon in operation since 1996, ideally located at a busy intersection in Corona Hills. Featuring an elegant setting and a strong base of repeat clientele, this business is easy to...
6
$298,988
Cash Flow: $100,000
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
Japanese Teppanyaki and Sushi Restaurant for Sale
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
ESTABLISHED JAPANESE TEPPANYAKI AND SUSHI RESTAURANT FOR SALE Kobe Japanese House presents a rare opportunity to acquire a thriving 15-year-established Japanese restaurant in prime Rancho Cucamonga....
6
$480,000
Cash Flow: $311,754
Classic French Dining | Timeless Ambiance | A Rare Opportunity
Exeter, CA
CAFÉ LAFAYETTE IS NOT SIMPLY A RESTAURANT — IT IS AN EXPERIENCE Café Lafayette is an experience carefully crafted around classic French technique, refined European comfort, and timeless ambiance....
6
$225,000
Newly Built-out Boutique Wine & Cheese Specialty Store
$125,000
San Francisco, CA
Turnkey Chicago-Style Pizzeria with Loyal East County Fans
San Diego County, CA
Prime East County San Diego location - just off a heavily trafficked freeway with outstanding visibility and plenty of parking. Fully built-out kitchen includes a large Type 2 hood, high-volume deck...
$69,000
Baskin Robbins store for sale in Sacramento good neighborhood!
Sacramento, CA
Easy to run, profitable, located in Greenhaven great neighborhood in Sacramento. It's the second best place to Disneyland....
5
$299,000
Cash Flow: $57,000
FranchiseMint Condition Commercial Cleaning
Available Nationwide
Mint Condition is an award-winning, best-in-class commercial cleaning franchise system designed for entrepreneurs ready to acquire and develop a scalable business asset.
$150,000
Cybersecurity SaaS Platform with Stable Clients & Growth Runway
San Diego County, CA
A California-based SaaS company offering a patented email encryption platform built for regulated industries where secure communication is mission-critical. Company Overview Founded in 2010, the...
$1,950,000
Subway Sandwich Franchise Exclusive Listing – Santa Rosa, CA
Santa Rosa, CA
MS Real Estate is pleased to announce the exclusive listing of a Subway® restaurant franchise in Santa Rosa, California.This profitable business opportunity offers an established operation in a prime...
$109,900
Hot Chicken and SmashBurger Restaurant Mission Valley
San Diego, CA
Hot Chickz is a popular and thriving hot chicken restaurant located in the heart of Mission Valley, California. Renowned for its mouthwatering, crispy, and flavorful chicken, Hot Chickz has become a...
6
$350,000
Cash Flow: $750,000
Tired of corporate life—or ready for a meaningful second chapter?
Oakland, CA
Ideal for a hands-on owner-operator, this opportunity is well suited for someone passionate about wine, spirits, specialty foods, and community-focused retail. It’s a great fit for a professional...
2
$650,000
Cash Flow: $60,000
Shasta Lake Floors 3rd Generation flooring family with 30+ Years
Shasta Lake, CA
Established third-generation Abbey Carpet & Flooring business with over 30 years of operation in Shasta Lake, California. This well-seasoned retail flooring company has earned recognition as "Best in...
6
$399,900
MOONEY LEE
Action Realty Task, Inc
Serving Orange County, CA
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Express Car Wash With Real Estate Signalized Corner Lot
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Montclair, CA
EXPRESS CAR WASH WITH REAL ESTATE • PRIME SIGNALIZED CORNER LOCATION • Express Car Wash has been serving the community since 2019 • Originally built and operated as Tommy’s car wash • Currently...
$7,200,000
Beautifully Established Bakery Restaurant-High Volume, 17+ yrs
Los Angeles County, CA
Well-established and highly regarded bakery restaurant offered for sale. Successfully operating for over 17 years, the business has built a loyal customer base and an excellent reputation for...
$1,350,000
Cash Flow: $420,000
Salon & Spa
$125,000
Sunnyvale, CA
Store featuring 3D products Camarillo CA
Camarillo, CA
Detail Pro Supplies is an established automotive care retail store specializing in 3D products and comprehensive car care solutions. Located in a high-traffic auto care center in Camarillo, CA, this...
3
$290,000
Cash Flow: $125,000
Professional Custom Signs
Madera County, CA
Profitable, well-established custom signage and graphics company operating successfully since 1986. The business provides in-house design, fabrication, and professional installation of interior and...
$669,000
Cash Flow: $222,933
FranchiseMosquito Joe
Available Nationwide
Ranked as a top Pest Control franchise by 2026 Entrepreneur Franchise 500®. 89% recurring customers!*
$50,000
World Renowned Craft Equipment Manufacturer For The Textile Industry
California
Northern California World Renowned Craft Equipment Manufacturer For The Textile Industry - SC2255 This craft equipment manufacturing business is a Northern California Sub-Chapter S Corporation and has...
$949,000
Cash Flow: $150,000
Turn Key Electronics Contract Manufacture with Huge Potential
San Diego County, CA
Up for acquisition is a well-established, full-service electronics contract manufacturer that delivers comprehensive “turn-key” manufacturing — from PCB assembly and SMT/through-hole board production...
$1,750,000
Cash Flow: $222,247
Profitable Charleys Cheesesteaks Franchise in Busy Area near SGV
Los Angeles County, CA
Rare opportunity to acquire a profitable Charleys Cheesesteaks franchise located in a busy Southern California retail corridor near the San Gabriel Valley. The store benefits from strong brand...
$400,000
Cash Flow: $189,157
Profitable Established Telecom & IT Solutions Company
Los Angeles County, CA
A well-established technology and telecommunications solutions provider with over 25 years of proven success. This company specializes in designing, installing, and maintaining communication...
$2,495,000
Cash Flow: $551,968
SoCal High End Cabinet Business with Simulation Platform Contract
Los Angeles County, CA
New buyer must have direct cabinet making experience - This profitable cabinet shop has been a trusted name in custom cabinetry and millwork for years, serving both residential and commercial clients...
2
$899,900
Cash Flow: $307,053
Well-known Pediatric Occupational Therapy Practice - Private Pay
Orange County, CA
This well-established pediatric therapy practice has been serving the community for almost two decades, providing a holistic approach to child development through occupational therapy. With an...
$270,000
Cash Flow: $124,339
Fremont High Traffic Location
Fremont, CA
Best location in Fremont full set hot pot restaurant equipment full kitchen walk in cooler freezer and hood...
4
$500,000
Established Hospice Agency for Sale
Los Angeles, CA
Established ACHC-Accredited Hospice Agency | $1.4M Annual Revenue | Licensed NP Owned Exceptional opportunity to acquire a fully compliant, ACHC-accredited hospice agency with $1.4 million in annual...
2
$1,250,000
50+year Established Clinical Skin Care Practice
Sacramento, CA
Established Clinical Skin Care Practice - 50+ Years in Business Providing Skin Care services for Facials, waxing and tinting. This well-established esthetics practice presents an exceptional...
4
$75,000
FranchiseCEO Life Corporation
Available Nationwide
Opportunity for a high margin, recurring revenue, no rent, no working capital, little employees, can be hands on or hands off, over simplistic business, with lots of room for error and hiccups - backed by a growing national team of top entrepreneurs that have already grown 8+ figure businesses, working on a common global mission.
$200,000
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.
