Contra Costa County, CA
This growing gutter services business operates in Alameda County, California and is part of a well-established national franchise within the recession-resilient home services sector. The company...
Businesses in California For Sale
Local Info
High-Growth Gutters Services Franchise | $1.35M Rev | Semi-Absentee
$400,000
Cash Flow: $162,890
Private-Label eBike Brand SC2252
California
Established Private-Label eBike Brand - Strong Supply Chain - Significant Inventory Included - SC2252 Financial Information Asking Price: $500,000 Cash Flow: On request Gross Revenue: On request Down...
$500,000
Hot Metal Fab LLC — Fabrication Shop + Brand + Assets + IP
Loomis, CA
Hot Metal Fab LLC is a turnkey fabrication business with high-value equipment, strong brand presence, proven product lines, and immediate revenue capability. Located in Loomis, CA and founded in 2015,...
4
$400,000
Cash Flow: $60,000
Mission Foods Route For Sale- Sacramento CA- $185,000 (Sale Pending)
Sacramento, CA
Mission Foods Route For Sale- Sacramento CA- $185,000 #Ownaroute #Buyaroute #Distributor #Distributorship #IndependentDistributor #MissionRoute #MissionFoodsRoute #Mission #Flatbread #TortillaChips...
$185,000
Cash Flow: $129,365
Mission Foods Route For Sale- San Diego CA-$57,000 (Sale Pending)
San Diego, CA
Reduced-Mission Foods Route For Sale- San Diego CA- $57,000 #Ownaroute #Buyaroute #Distributor #Distributorship #IndependentDistributor #MissionRoute #MissionFoodsRoute #Mission #Flatbread...
$57,000
Cash Flow: $67,767
Pasadena Pool Service Route for Sale
Los Angeles County, CA
Great starter route with solid rates. Routes are established customers in nice areas to work in. Customers pay very well each month. Additional profits from filter cleans, salt cell cleans, repairs,...
$74,400
Cash Flow: $83,000
Temecula Pool Service Route for Sale
Riverside County, CA
Well-established pool service route. Features reliable customers, strong route density, and long-term clients (some with 10+ years of service). Services include salt cell cleaning, filter cleaning,...
$54,000
Cash Flow: $65,000
Roofing & Solar Contractor + Property – $6.8M Sales / $956K DE
Alameda County, CA
A highly reputable Residential and Commercial Roofing & Solar Contractor with $6.893 million 2025 Sales and $956,909 2025 DE located in Northern California is available for acquisition as a combined...
$2,500,000
Cash Flow: $956,909
Legacy Sign Manufacturing, Marketing & Printing - Thousands of Custome
Los Angeles County, CA
Business Description Discover a rare opportunity to acquire a historical full-service signage business in Los Angeles County, California. For decades this company has been a trusted visual branding...
$240,000
Fully Remodeled Subway Package - Southern California
California
Subway started small in the USA before becoming the largest string of sandwich shops in the world. Subway restaurants are owned by more than 21,000 franchisees in more than 100 countries around the...
$1,400,000
Cash Flow: $355,127
FranchiseMr. Handyman
Available Nationwide
Ranked as a top Home Repairs/Handyman Services franchise by 2026 Entrepreneur Franchise 500®. $763K average gross sales for single-unit operators!*
$50,000
Own the Property and the Business.
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Joshua Tree, CA
INCLUDED EQUIPMENT 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
Tire and Suspension Shop
Fresno, CA
TIRE AND SUSPENSION SHOP - ESTABLISHED AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE BUSINESS This well-established tire and suspension shop has been serving the Fresno community since 1970, building a trusted reputation over...
2
$800,000
Cash Flow: $280,000
Established Business Brokerage Territory – Prime Market
$95,000
Alameda County, CA
Established Pet Grooming & Boarding Business – Since 1983
Brentwood, CA
Busy, fully turn-key pet grooming and boarding facility available in Contra Costa County, Northern California. Established since 1983, this award-winning, certified salon benefits from decades of...
6
$269,900
Cash Flow: $105,000
RARE DEAL! Restaurant Property-Business Asset Sale (In Operation)
Los Angeles County, CA
ATTENTION INVESTORS! Own the Business & the Building – 47 Liquor License & Private Parking - Turnkey Restaurant & Real Estate Package –Rare LA County Opportunity! Prime Corner Lot with Huge Potential....
$2,100,000
Edward Fixen, Certified Business Broker
BusinessQuest Brokers, Inc.
Serving San Bernardino County, CA
Since 2006 BusinessQuest has specialized in representing sellers of privately-held, small and medium sized businesses with annual sales ranging from $500,000 up to $30 million. BusinessQuest is a full service business appraisal and business brokerage firm. Over the years we have sold over 150 businesses and valued another 200 businesses and developed expertise in the manufacturing, wholesale/distribution, business services, e-commerce, personal services, retail, food service, healthcare, and transportation & logistics industries. We are unique in that we are both Certified Business Appraisers and Certified Business Brokers, a distinction very few of our peers hold. We have two offices located in Los Angeles County and the Inland Empire to serve all of Southern California. Our staff consist of three (3) Certified Business Brokers, three (3) other experienced business brokers, one Certified Business Appraiser and one Certified Valuation Analyst. In addition to our business brokerage and M&A advisory expertise, we specialize in preparing business valuations and certified appraisals ranging from less costly opinion of value reports to comprehensive certified appraisals meeting the professional standards of the National Association of Certified Valuators & Analysts (NACVA).
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Established Flower Shop
Kings County, CA
Ever thought owning a flower shop would be fun? Now’s your chance. Valley florist owner wanting to retire. Well established flower shop of 25 years is ready for new blood to bloom again. Wonderful...
5
$80,000
Cash Flow: $46,000
CNC Machine Shop
Placer County, CA
Established for 8 years, this reputable precision CNC machine shop in the Sacramento area specializes in milling and turning services, with a focus on prototype, short-run production, and...
$280,000
Cash Flow: $92,000
Established Take Out Restaurant with 30,000+ Foot Traffic Weekly
Los Angeles County, CA
This is a Kelly’s Deli operation in front of a super busy Home Depot location in LA County. We have built and operated many of these take-out restaurants at Home Depot locations in Northern California...
5
$225,000
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...
3
$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
FranchiseAce Handyman Services
Available Nationwide
Ace Handyman Services, owned by Ace Hardware, is a home services business that focuses on solving customer's small to large size handyman projects in the home and commercial space.
$75,000
Dry Cleaning Agency - Profitable & Short Hours
Riverside County, CA
Well-established dry cleaning agency for sale, offering strong and consistent profitability with convenient, owner-friendly operating hours. The business enjoys a loyal, repeat customer base,...
$95,000
Cash Flow: $60,000
ABA Therapy Practice
San Diego County, CA
I wanted to take a moment to highlight one of the key factors that truly sets our company apart. Our unique connection with the community and their insurance agencies in our area is something that...
Not Disclosed
EBITDA: $360,000
High-Volume Turnkey Restaurant in Lake Forest & Irvine
$425,000
Lake Forest, CA
Turnkey Japanese Restaurant in Prime Downtown San Francisco Location
San Francisco, CA
Turnkey Japanese restaurant located at 614 Pine Street in a prime downtown San Francisco location, benefiting from strong foot traffic from office workers, residents, and tourists. Rock Japanese...
6
$120,000
Profitable Trucking Co.Business With Dedicated Routes
Stockton, CA
ESTABLISHED TRUCKING COMPANY - DEDICATED ROUTES Successful trucking operation established in 2011, offering exceptional profitability and growth potential in the stable transportation industry. This...
2
$320,000
Cash Flow: $200,000
Profitable K-Beauty & Skincare Store
Los Angeles, CA
Established in 2013, this K-Beauty specialty store is located in the heart of Los Angeles, surrounded by strong foot traffic and a growing customer base. With the global popularity of Korean beauty...
$200,000
EBITDA: $100,000
Mobile Bar
El Cajon, CA
"Big Red" our 1953 Ford. Big Red is fitted with everything needed to drive up, set up and serve any number of guests at your unique vintage event. Comfortable and adaptable to small intimate settings...
4
$70,000
Indian Restaurant
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
ESTABLISHED INDIAN RESTAURANT - RANCHO CUCAMONGA This turnkey Indian restaurant represents a compelling acquisition opportunity in Rancho Cucamonga's competitive dining market. Established in 2015,...
$130,000
Cash Flow: $75,600
Established Pizza Restaurant | Prime Downtown Location.
Santa Clara County, CA
Well-established independent pizza restaurant for sale in Santa Clara County, CA, in the heart of a busy downtown food court area. The business was originally established in 2005, and the current...
$245,000
Food Truck work anywhere full kitchen
Los Angeles, CA
Make offer. Food Truck reduced to $78,888 Work anywhere with full kitchen . Only 24,500 miles ( 7 miles a day ) Model year 2016 Freightliner like new . Your own menu and your own hours . Discover an...
$79,900
FranchiseOffice Pride Commercial Cleaning
Available Nationwide
Be a Part of Something Great™
$50,000
Established Exterior Cleaning Business – 5-Star Reviews & High-Ticket
Fortuna, CA
Established Exterior Cleaning Business for Sale – Humboldt County, CA Coastal Clean is a well-established, owner-operated exterior cleaning business serving Humboldt County and surrounding areas. The...
6
$95,000
Popular West Hills Cafe, Turn Key profitable operation
Los Angeles, CA
This is an exceptional turnkey opportunity in Los Angeles' thriving coffee and bakery market. Established in 2016, this profitable operation has built a loyal customer base through handmade products...
5
$100,000
Cash Flow: $55,000
Niche Facilities Service and Repair Business
$150,000
Roseville, CA
Turnkey Two-Facility ICF (Business Only) **Sale Pending**
Kern County, CA
Key Investment Highlights • Proven Financial Performance • 2024–2025 revenue: $1.65M (combined facilities) • Adjusted Net Operating Income: $360K with add-backs • Strong Census Stability • Average...
$1,150,000
Cash Flow: $360,000
QUIZNOS Sub 20 Years in Business in middle of San Clemente.
San Clemente, CA
ESTABLISHED SANDWICH SHOP - 20 YEARS OF SUCCESS This well-established deli and sandwich shop represents an exceptional opportunity in the heart of San Clemente, Orange County. Operating successfully...
2
$120,000
FranchiseDryer Vent Wizard
Available Nationwide
Ranked #1 Dryer Vent Cleaning franchise by 2026 Entrepreneur Franchise 500®. $240K single-unit average gross sales!*
$50,000
Farmers Insurance Agency Book of Business for Sale LA
Los Angeles County, CA
Profitable and established insurance agency for sale in the LA area. This opportunity includes a book of business with approximately $631,000 in annual premiums across Home policies, with a small...
$40,000
Cash Flow: $35,000
Established Dropship Auto Parts & Accessories E-Commerce Website
Orange County, CA
We are offering a thriving online drop shipping Auto Parts & Accessories website. This is a unique opportunity to acquire a business with proven revenue-generating capabilities and significant growth...
$140,000
Cash Flow: $75,000
Established Medical and Cosmetic Practice
Los Angeles, CA
This established practice in West Los Angeles/Brentwood combines an full-service Family Medicine practice with a cosmetic medical practice Both are under the supervision of the physician but the...
$495,000
Cash Flow: $370,000
Prime ARCO am/pm Gas Station & Convenience Store
Butte County, CA
Offered for sale is a rare opportunity to acquire a premier ARCO am/pm gas station and convenience store. an area characterized by strong demographics, heavy traffic counts. This beautifully ARCO...
$1,350,000
1 Vending Route - Northern California
California
Enter the industry with a low-cost! › Turnkey opportunity featuring established locations and dependable cash flow! › Low overhead model with minimal staffing required › Simple, scalable operation...
$69,950
Cash Flow: $16,480
James Liao
Coldwell Banker Envision
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
Buying
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Business, Leasehold, FF&E in Sts Helena, CA - For Sale
St. Helena, CA
An exceptional opportunity to acquire the business, lease, and improvements of Boba & More, ideally located in the heart of downtown St. Helena along Main Street’s premier retail corridor. The...
$130,000
Retail Pharmacy in Oxnard, All Major Insurance Contracts
Oxnard, CA
Established in 2022, retail pharmacy strategically positioned in Oxnard's high-traffic commercial corridor near major retailers including Costco and Riverpark Collection. The 1,050 square foot...
$195,000
Cash Flow: $100
$1000+ Take Home Week 1! Established Pet Service Franchise
Vacaville, CA
Mimosa's of Willow Glen
San Jose, CA
Mimosas of Willow Glen is a well-established breakfast, brunch, and mimosas destination in the heart of Willow Glenwith a loyal neighborhood following. Known as a local go-to spot, the restaurant...
6
$699,000
Korean Street Food--Bunsik Concept (Chan Chan)
Huntington Beach, CA
Exceptional opportunity to acquire Chan Chan, a recognized Korean street food and bunsik concept located in Huntington Beach, offering buyers access to a proven brand with strong cultural relevance...
5
$197,000
FranchisePapa Murphy's
Available in California
We are the largest Take 'N' Bake Pizza franchise, offering simple operations and award winning pizza!
$125,000
well-known Neighborhood Restaurant for sale.
Long Beach, CA
this a rare opportunity to acquire a highly profitable , well established restaurant with a strong reputation, loyal customer base and consistent year over year performance, this business generates...
6
$120,000
Business Opportunity: Swift Collision Center
Van Nuys, CA
Excellent opportunity to acquire Swift Collision Center, a well-established auto body and collision repair business located at 14701 Calvert Street, Van Nuys, CA 91411. This turnkey operation features...
6
$120,000
Affordable Cabinets
Rocklin, CA
Well, Established cabinet Manufacturing business for sale. The facility is fully set up with all necessary machines and equipment with Brand new CNC machine, Brand New Edge banding Machine, saw...
6
$500,000
Italian Restaurant
Palm Springs, CA
For sale is an established family-style Italian restaurant that has been a favorite destination for both locals and out-of-town visitors for many years. Known for its large, delicious portions and an...
$750,000
Promotional, Printing & Marketing Business
Contra Costa County, CA
This is a fantastic opportunity to buy a well established B2B print, promotional, large format and marketing business in Contra Costa County. With a solid foundation and a robust client base, this...
$225,000
Flower Shop Opportunity
Orange, CA
ESTABLISHED FLOWER SHOP OPPORTUNITY IN ORANGE, CA This well-established flower shop has been serving Orange County customers since 2007, building a loyal customer base and strong walk-in traffic over...
6
$109,000
Turnkey Jewelry Retail Business – High-Traffic OC Shopping Area
Orange County, CA
Established and profitable jewelry retail business located in a high-traffic Orange County shopping area. The business generates over $500,000 in annual revenue with $200,000+ in owner cash flow,...
$263,000
Cash Flow: $125,000
Woman-Owned Auto Body & Repair Shop
Los Angeles, CA
We are a trusted, independent auto body and repair shop committed to delivering top-quality workmanship on every vehicle. We specialize in precision collision repair, paint work, and mechanical...
6
$199,000
Cash Flow: $170,000
Established Shuttle & Transportation Business | Bay Area | Since 2005
Marin County, CA
Established Shuttle & Transportation Business for Sale | Bay Area | Since 2005 Looking for a proven, income-producing transportation business in Northern California? This well-established Bay Area...
$252,000
FranchiseComForCare
Available in California
ComForCare is your chance to own a senior home care franchise business that makes a real, meaningful difference in the lives of older adults in your community. Our franchise owners help families find peace of mind, knowing that their loved ones want to live their best life possible in the comfort of their own home.
$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.
