Newport Beach, CA
Established full-service jewelry store and workshop in prestigious Newport Beach shopping center, generating $605,359 in annual revenue. This turnkey operation features over 1,000 sq ft of retail...
Businesses in California For Sale
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#1 Rated Jewelry Store/Workshop Newport Beach, CA
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$275,000
Out Standing Location With Large Volume
Fresno, CA
This well maintained top of the line coin op laundry has one of the best coin laundries in the area. The laundromat has both full service and self service along with many other items and snacks. The...
$910,000
Rotisserie Chicken Restaurant
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
Established rotisserie chicken restaurant offering a unique investment opportunity in a prime endcap location within Rancho Cucamonga's highly sought-after retail corridor. Operating successfully...
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$289,000
Downtown Cafe
Butte County, CA
Imagine yourself as the proud owner of this premier downtown cafe that's become a beloved gathering place for foodies and locals alike. You'll love how this cozy haven serves up breakfast, lunch to a...
$177,000
EBITDA: $65,000
Luxury brand new remodeled nail salon
Beverly Hills, CA
Cobb Beauty Studio is designed as a beauty experience, not a basic service stop: • Beige & black luxury design • Calm, clean, modern atmosphere • Complimentary drinks • Thoughtful details that make...
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$225,000
Cash Flow: $100,000
Pool Service Route - Woodland, CA
Woodland, CA
JOIN A BILLION DOLLAR INDUSTRY WITH UNLIMITED POTENTIAL! OWN YOUR OWN THRIVING POOL SERVICE ROUTE WITH RECURRING POSITIVE CASH FLOW. Great part time route in nice areas. This 2-day route consists of...
$61,140
Cash Flow: $60,000
Established Vehicle Upfitting & Truck Accessories Business – Ventura
Ventura County, CA
Established Vehicle Upfitting & Truck Accessories Business – Ventura Area Well-established vehicle upfitting and truck accessories business serving retail customers, commercial and fleet operators,...
$355,000
Turnkey Mobile Pet Grooming and Sitting Business - San Diego Co
San Diego County, CA
Woofie’s Premium Pet Care Franchise – San Diego County Key Highlights: 4.8 Google Rating – Exceptional online reputation 80% Recurring Revenue – Strong, predictable cash flow Turnkey Operations –...
$339,000
Cash Flow: $70,000
Turn-key UV Water Purification Equipment and Mfg. Company
Los Angeles County, CA
Turn-key UV Water Purification Manufacturing and Sales Established in 2017, this Los Angeles County-based manufacturing company specializes in UV purification and sterilization systems for air, water,...
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$5,000,000
Turnkey Coffee & Ice Cream Shop for Sale in Sacramento
Sacramento, CA
Turnkey Coffee & Ice Cream Shop for Sale in Sacramento ESTABLISHED OPPORTUNITY This fully operational coffee and ice cream shop, established in 2022, presents an excellent opportunity for new...
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$165,000
FranchiseShelfGenie
Available Nationwide
Ranked as a top Organization/Storage Systems franchise by 2026 Entrepreneur Franchise 500®. 53% of appointments resulted in a closed order!*
$50,000
Award-Winning Frozen Yogurt Business
SBA LOAN ELIGIBLE
Ventura County, CA
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a top 2025 award-winning, well-established Frozen Yogurt and Boba Tea shop located in a busy Ventura County shopping center. Operating successfully in the same...
$465,000
Cash Flow: $140,524
Pretzel Franchise , Wetzel
Long Beach, CA
Wetzel's Pretzels is a bakery that lives by the original vision of its founders: to provide hot, delectable, handmade pretzels to customers whenever the urge should strike. Each location makes...
$900,000
Cash Flow: $220,459
Profitable Bay Area Real Estate Media & Lead Gen Company $343K Revenue
$228,000
Millbrae, CA
Highly Profitable 25+ Year Thriving General Contracting Company
Riverside County, CA
Opportunity to own a reputable and well-established general contracting business in the Inland Empire that has been thriving for over 25 years. This business has an experienced team of over 25...
$6,100,000
Cash Flow: $1,405,795
Established Profitable Non-Surgical Medical Cosmetic Practice
Beverly Hills, CA
An established, profitable, referral-driven medical aesthetics practice specializing exclusively in non-surgical cosmetic injectables is available via asset sale. The business operates in two highly...
$450,000
Cash Flow: $200,000
Mehmood Syed, CM&AA
Syed Brokerage & Capital Co.
Serving San Diego County, CA
Syed Brokerage & Capital Co. is an authority in selling, buying, financing, raising funding, and creating monetary solutions for privately owned companies. We make buying, selling, and raising capital less arduous and smoother. We have helped raise funding for Maritime Companies. A complete and profound operational and top business governance experience augments brokers with supreme financial knowledge and proficiency. Syed Brokerage & Capital is a top merger and acquisitions broker that brings proficiency, uprightness, and broad market knowledge to every transaction. Large firms in today’s marketplace endeavor to sell and buy companies. However, only a handful may offer their clients the highest knowledge, skills, and means of our distinguished firm. Syed Brokerage & Capital’s global team of bankers has significant experience advising privately owned businesses and private equity firms on many mergers and acquisitions transactions. Our knowledge of advising buyers and sellers provides us with the entire perspective and insights that further strengthen our capabilities as an M&A Broker for lower-middle—to middle-market companies. We leverage our expertise and knowledge to provide our clients with outstanding, high-quality outcomes. At Syed Brokerage & Capital, we understand that every transaction is Different. Resultantly, our focus on each engagement is personalized to fit the specific financial, industry, or other circumstances to accomplish the most favorable results. We work closely with our clients throughout the entire acquisition or sale to ensure an efficient process that minimizes disruption in their organizations. Syed Brokerage & Capital Co is also responsible for selling, buying, and financing Franchise businesses. Areas Covered: All United States of America and Canada, South America, Europe, Middle East
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Jamba - 3 units near Riverside, CA
San Bernardino County, CA
Seller willing to finance with 50% down. Founded in the seaside town of San Luis Obispo, California, Jamba® was built on the belief that eating better should be simple and taste delicious. Jamba’s...
$495,000
Cash Flow: $152,722
Turn-key Large Scale Cannabis Farm on 40Ac with Residence
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Santa Margarita, CA
-Turn-key 125,000+ SF cultivation area with 2x active medium state and local licenses allowing for 2 Acres of canopy with expansion opportunities - County approved plans allow for future development...
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$1,100,000
Complete Cannabis Cultivation, Manufacturing & Distribution Business
Cathedral City, CA
Cannabis MicroBusiness Cultivation, Manufacturing & Distribution Business For Sale Option to Purchase Real Estate (Cathedral City, California) #1943 Acquire a vertically integrated cannabis...
$399,000
Legal Document Prep & Tax Practice - 25+ Years, SBA Pre-Qualified
SBA LOAN ELIGIBLE
Colton, CA
Well-established legal document preparation, tax, and notary services firm serving the Inland Empire for over 25 years. This business has built a deeply loyal, repeat client base rooted in trust,...
$300,000
Cash Flow: $87,846
Mission Foods Route For Sale San Diego CA $99,000 (Sale Pending)
San Diego, CA
Mission Foods Route For Sale San Diego CA $99,000 #Ownaroute #Buyaroute #Distributor #Distributorship #IndependentDistributor #MissionRoute #MissionFoodsRoute #Mission #Flatbread #TortillaChips #Wraps...
$99,000
Cash Flow: $102,052
FranchiseMonster Tree Service
Available in California
Whether you are looking to diversify your portfolio or expand as an experienced tree care professional, Monster Tree Service provides an exceptional business opportunity in the $36 billion tree care industry.
$150,000
Reduced Listing Price! Fit and Flex Fitness Studio by Angi
Palm Desert, CA
Imagine yourself owning a thriving personal fitness studio in the heart of Palm Desert, where every day brings the satisfaction of transforming lives through wellness. Fit and Flex by Angi isn't just...
$75,000
Cash Flow: $36,000
High-Demand Mobile Service Business Franchise – Turnkey Opportunity
Anaheim, CA
This long-established mobile service business provides custom screen installation and repair throughout an exclusive coastal territory. Operating for over 20 years, it serves a high-density...
$100,000
Cash Flow: $10,360
$1500+ Take Home Week 1! Established Pet Service Franchise
Concord, CA
Popular Fire Wings – Turnkey Restaurant in San Bernardino
San Bernardino County, CA
Popular Fire Wings restaurant for sale in San Bernardino, offering an exceptional turnkey opportunity in the thriving American/Asian Fusion restaurant sector. This established operation has built a...
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$550,000
Establish Beauty and Hair Salon in Diamond Bar
Diamond Bar, CA
Established Beauty Salon - Diamond Bar Shopping Center Opportunity This thriving hair salon offers an exceptional acquisition opportunity in Diamond Bar's prime shopping center location. Operating...
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$102,800
Turnkey LEGO® Robotics & Financial Literacy Education Business
Palo Alto, CA
MS Real Estate Inc. is pleased to present a well-established, highly profitable seasonal education business specializing in LEGO® Robotics and NFEC-endorsed Financial Literacy programs for children...
$279,000
West LA Flower Shop 35 Years Old (Opened in 1991) has big account
Los Angeles, CA
This charming flower shop has been providing gorgeous bouquets for communities and families for over 35 years. It has been run by the same owner who is now ready to retire. Our website, facebook page,...
$110,000
Turnkey Brand New Medical Spa
West Carson, CA
TURNKEY MEDICAL SPA STARTUP ACQUISITION This fully equipped, move-in ready space is positioned in a highly visible shopping plaza with excellent signage and lots of parking. HIGHLIGHTS: • Complete...
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$100,000
Premier Downtown Gaslamp Retail Dispensary Location
San Diego, CA
Premier Downtown Gaslamp Retail Dispensary Location Near San Diego Airport! (San Diego, California) #1940 An exceptional opportunity to secure a prime retail dispensary location in San Diego’s highly...
$799,000
Thriving Vietnamese Pho Restaurant with Strong Cash Flow in Rocklin
Rocklin, CA
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a thriving, well-established Vietnamese Pho restaurant with strong and consistent cash flow located in California. The business has built a loyal customer base...
$300,000
FranchiseGriswold
Available in California
Started in 1982, you can follow in the footsteps of our founder, Jean Griswold. We're looking for owners who want to control their destiny and build a business which positively impacts their community.
$50,000
Established Legal Document Assistant Office - 30+ Years - Northern CA
Sacramento County, CA
Established Legal Document Assistant office serving Northern California for over 30 years. Specializing in Living Trusts, property transfers, and related legal services with strong repeat customer...
$165,000
Cash Flow: $78,323
Coin Laundromat in Compton
Compton, CA
This coin laundry located in Compton, CA sits in a densely populated area surrounded by apartment buildings. The business has been run by the same owners for over a decade, but they are ready to...
$165,000
Multi-Revenue Stream Business Brokerage - Lucrative Opportunity
$95,000
Marin County, CA
Legendary florist business for sale in Contra Costa County
Lafayette, CA
*The only flower shop within Lamorinda ( Three cities of Lafayette, Moraga, Orinda) * Potential absentee owner * Strong, repeat customers * Turnkey operation...
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$250,000
25 years in business as a General and electrical contractor
Berkeley, CA
I have a stable of clients. I mostly do small jobs. Often, I am offered larger jobs that are more lucrative....
$185,000
Cash Flow: $120,000
FranchiseRainbow Restoration
Available Nationwide
Ranked as a top Restoration Services franchise by 2026 Entrepreneur Franchise 500®. $1.04M average gross sales!*
$100,000
The Consignment Shop
Palm Desert, CA
For the past 15 years, this consignment business has established itself as a trusted leader in the designer community and among discerning clientele. Recognized for their exceptional word-of-mouth...
$1,100,000
Cash Flow: $384,438
Easy to Operate Restaurant in Busy Downtown Asian District
Los Angeles County, CA
Exciting opportunity to own a proven, easy-to-run restaurant concept in a high-traffic downtown Asian district. This business is part of a fast- growing Chinese franchise with over 130 thriving...
$100,000
Cash Flow: $67,854
Established Tutoring Business - Multi Location Opportunity
Milpitas, CA
This is a premier opportunity to acquire a high-performing cluster of three established tutoring centers in affluent Bay Area communities. These locations have been strategically developed to dominate...
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$500,000
Fully Turnkey Cannabis Retail Dispensary For Sale (Ukiah, California)
Ukiah, CA
Fully Turnkey Cannabis Retail Dispensary For Sale (Ukiah, California) #1933 Fully turnkey dispensary retail for sale in Ukiah, CA. Home to major tourist attractions and universities (the largest city...
$150,000
Fully Operational Cannabis Dispensary Business For Sale!
Corona, CA
Growing Fully Operational Cannabis Dispensary Business For Sale W/ Option To Purchase Real Estate (Corona, California) #1925 Take advantage of this rare opportunity to own a fully operational cannabis...
$1,499,000
Claudia Castro
Iconic Business Technologies, Inc.
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
Iconic is a technology-driven M&A advisory platform that helps business owners sell or merge their companies with confidence and efficiency. With over 70 years of combined team experience, more than 200 transactions completed, and over $2 billion in closed deal volume, Iconic focuses on the lower middle market, typically working with companies generating up to $100 million in revenue. Headquartered in Los Angeles, California, Iconic blends AI-powered buyer sourcing, a proprietary deal-management platform called Iconic Rail, and experienced advisory teams to streamline the sell-side process. Positioned between traditional investment banks and small business brokers, Iconic offers a data-backed, high-touch experience that connects quality sellers with well-matched strategic and financial buyers, delivering faster timelines and stronger outcomes through a modernized M&A process.
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Inland Empire Pool Service Route for Sale
San Bernardino County, CA
$400,000 financing available to qualified parties through a combination of SBA & seller financing. Business Goodwill included via Company Name, phone number, website, email & existing social review...
$575,250
Cash Flow: $217,000
Established San Francisco Flooring Business — 40+ Years
San Francisco, CA
Metro Floors is a long-established residential flooring business serving San Francisco and the surrounding Bay Area for over four decades. Known for quality workmanship, reliable service, and...
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$294,000
Cash Flow: $111,424
Established Business Brokerage Territory – Prime Market
$95,000
Alameda County, CA
Highly Profitable Photo Booth Biz w/ Guaranteed Revenue Stream!
Grover Beach, CA
The local photo booth market is currently saturated with "weekend hobbyists" and part-time operators who compete primarily on price. These smaller entities often lack the reliability, high-end...
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$110,000
Cash Flow: $94,605
21 FedEx Ground Routes, Roseville CA
Placer County, CA
Profitable and well-established FedEx P&D (pickup and delivery) routes operating out of the Roseville, California station. The routes are strategically arranged for efficient load sharing and fully...
$2,950,000
Cash Flow: $821,553
FranchiseSchooley Mitchell Cost Reduction
Available Nationwide
Finding solutions that save businesses time and money. Promote a risk-free cost saving and expense reduction analysis.
$100,000
Franchise Fast-Casual Mexican Restaurant For Sale
Santa Clarita, CA
Close-knit, family owned/operated fast-casual Mexican restaurant, going on its 14th year in operation in the Valencia Town Center. Strong and trustworthy managerial and support staff. Great...
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$600,000
EBITDA: $175,000
Multi-Unit, Automotive Business in San Diego, CA
San Diego, CA
This business has been operating successfully for many years and has a proven track record of profitability, with unit level economics that are unparalleled in the industry. With access to extensive...
$10,500,000
EBITDA: $3,500,000
Woodland, Pool Service Route for Sale
Yolo County, CA
Perfect route to rapidly build a large company with service technicians in place cleaning all accounts. Some of the highest provider rates in the area on these accounts. Customers are also billed a...
$186,000
Cash Flow: $205,000
High RIO Automotive Franchise in San Jose, CA
San Jose, CA
Data driven automotive service business with a simple, disruptive operating model gaining market share in a highly fragmented industry. Clean, compact, and recognizable storefront with small footprint...
$8,680,000
EBITDA: $2,800,000
SBA Approved Print & Graphic Design Company
California
SBA Approved! Print & Graphic Design Company - Semi-Absentee Owned and the Only One in Their County! - SC2251 Financial Information Asking Price: $499,000 Cash Flow: $150,000 Gross Revenue: $500,000...
$499,000
Cash Flow: $150,000
Mainline Security - Established Locksmith & Security Business
San Francisco, CA
Mainline Security - Established Locksmith & Security Business Established in 1971, this profitable and reputable locksmith and security business has built a strong presence in San Francisco's...
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$350,000
Cash Flow: $371,000
Concierge Nursing Acquisition Opportunity
Los Angeles County, CA
This Concierge Nursing Business is positioned in the lucrative and expanding market of private and concierge medicine. It has carved out a niche that aligns seamlessly with the needs of ultra-wealthy...
$7,000,000
Voted one of top 3 Beer & Wine in 2025
Bakersfield, CA
ESTABLISHED BEER & WINE STORE - KERN COUNTY'S TOP 3 MARKET This award-winning Beer & Wine store represents an exceptional opportunity to acquire a profitable neighborhood market in Bakersfield's...
$95,000
Cash Flow: $70,000
Established 40-Year Fish & Chips Restaurant – Turnkey & Profitable
Los Angeles, CA
Operating continuously from the same Los Angeles location for over four decades, this well-established quick-service Fish & Chips restaurant has become a beloved local favorite. Known for its...
$599,000
Cash Flow: $292,000
FranchiseNTV 360
Available Nationwide
Imagine building a business that empowers members of your community to grow and thrive, and gives you the opportunity to live the life of your dreams, that's NTV360.
$35,000
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.
