Los Angeles County, CA
Picture this; a digital evergreen business that doesn't sell physical products. No items to ship, no products to buy. Picture a business that literally takes less than 2 hours a week to operate....at...
$190,000
Cash Flow: $98,000
Monterey County, CA
This full-service restaurant has a long-standing reputation for quality dining, a loyal customer base, and a unique location. Featuring a spacious dining area, an ABC Type 47 license, a full kitchen,...
$2,395,000
Cash Flow: $670,000
California
The Dave's Hot Chicken culture is fun and exciting and combined with growth trajectory, this opportunity for 8 locations, 2 more signed leases and a protected 15 unit territory can position you to...
Not Disclosed
EBITDA: $3,400,000
California
NorCal Child Safety Pool Fence Company - SC2241 Financial Information Asking Price: $274,500 Cash Flow: $140,000 Gross Revenue: $200,000 Down Payment: $274,500 Adjusted EBITDA: $65,000 This Northern...
$274,500
Cash Flow: $140,000
California
NorCal Abatement and Demolition Company - SC2235 Financial Information Asking Price: $4,490,000 Cash Flow: $1,000,000 Gross Revenue: $10,000,000 Down Payment: $4,490,000 Adjusted EBITDA: $650,000 This...
$4,490,000
Cash Flow: $1,000,000
Los Angeles, CA
This is an opportunity to acquire a well-established wholesale/distribution business specializing in cosmetics and fashion accessories, with a long operating history (est. 2010), broad SKU selection,...
$2,600,000
Cash Flow: $600,000
Los Angeles County, CA
Turnkey Asian Supermarket for Sale – San Gabriel Valley Exceptional opportunity in the highly desirable San Gabriel Valley area of San Gabriel Valley. This well-established, fully turnkey Asian...
$1,300,000
Arcadia, CA
Seize the chance to own a versatile food space in one of Arcadia’s most desirable retail corridors. Located on Duarte Road, this ~900 sq. ft. boutique is currently operating as the acclaimed French...
$110,000
Santa Monica, CA
Currently open for breakfast and lunch only, with strong potential for a new owner to expand into dinner service, delivery, and catering. The restaurant is generating $2,000,000 in 2025 gross sales...
$1,050,000
Placer County, CA
Farmers Insurance Agency for sale in the Sacramento/Placer county area. Well established agency with great retention. Agency owner is retiring and willing to carry a partial note on the book of...
$144,000
Available in California
Furry Land Mobile Grooming is a luxury grooming van service that comes right to your door
$150,000
Orange County, CA
This flower shop has been serving South Orange County for 39 Years. They are family owned and operated and committed to offering only the finest floral arrangements and gifts, backed by service that...
$195,000
Cash Flow: $100,000
Santa Clara County, CA
This salon & spa is a premier destination for beauty, relaxation, and rejuvenation. They offer a full range of services, including hair styling, coloring, skincare treatments, massages, facial &...
$100,000
Cash Flow: $90,000
Sunnyvale, CA
El Cerrito, CA
Founded 8 years ago, the company has quickly established itself as a premier construction and remodeling firm in the North Bay and South Bay. With a dedicated and experienced crew, they deliver high...
$1,675,000
Cash Flow: $607,421
Glendale, CA
Entertainment themed Retail shop that attacts many repeat customers. Easy to run and profitable with a lot of foot traffic from other businesses in the same building. Easy to run smoke shop located in...
$49,000
Cash Flow: $45,000
Bobby Panahi
BPRE
Serving Sacramento County, CA
Sunset Advisors is a California business brokerage specializing in the confidential sale and acquisition of privately held businesses, with core expertise in gas stations, transportation companies, healthcare/hospice operations, as well as restaurant and retail businesses. We represent sellers as well as buyers in complex transactions across the state, with a focus on operationally intensive and service-driven industries. Key highlights: • Specialized focus on gas station and convenience store transactions, including asset sales, lease negotiations, and coordination with landlords, franchisors, and fuel suppliers. • Extensive experience representing buyers and sellers of transportation businesses, including logistics, towing, and fleet-based service companies requiring licensing and operational due diligence. • Strong background in healthcare and hospice business transactions, navigating regulatory requirements, licensing, and confidential ownership transitions. • Proven track record in restaurant and retail business sales, including independent concepts and multi-unit operations, with expertise in lease assignments and landlord negotiations. • Comprehensive transaction management from valuation and confidential marketing through due diligence and closing, coordinating with attorneys, lenders, landlords, and escrow. • Statewide California coverage from a Southern California base, with expansion into the New York market coming soon, emphasizing discretion, responsive communication, and results-driven representation. For confidential inquiries, contact Sunset Advisors at 310-670-3800.
San Francisco, CA
This award-winning noise abatement company represents an exceptional acquisition opportunity for design/build firms seeking profitable expansion into the specialized soundproofing market or a current...
$750,000
Cash Flow: $225,000
San Francisco, CA
This long-established San Francisco spa specializes in advanced massage therapy and results-driven esthetician services. Known for deep tissue and sports massage, TMJ treatment, and high-quality...
$200,000
Cash Flow: $119,111
California
This well-established refrigeration service company specializes in the repair, maintenance, and installation of commercial refrigeration systems. Serving a diverse client base, including restaurants,...
$999,999
Cash Flow: $333,916
San Bernardino County, CA
Outstanding opportunity to acquire a high-performing Mediterranean restaurant franchise in Southern California's dynamic market. This turnkey operation combines authentic cuisine with modern...
$850,000
Los Angeles County, CA
This established promotional products and embroidery business presents an exceptional opportunity in Los Angeles County. Founded in 2001 and operating successfully for 23 years, this business has...
$229,500
Cash Flow: $105,000
Available Nationwide
Join the Allegra network, a leader in the marketing and print industry since 1977. Our business-to-business model offers turnkey opportunities with limitless revenue streams.
$100,000
Escondido, CA
This established promotional products and branded apparel business presents an exceptional opportunity in San Diego County's thriving Escondido market. Founded in 2010, this turnkey franchise has...
$350,000
Cash Flow: $97,500
Ventura County, CA
This 5 day a week clinic has been Established over 30 years ago with very loyal clients. professional long employed staff members, upgraded and up to date equipment. Semi Absentee ownership. A lot of...
$845,000
Cash Flow: $393,848
$200,000
Rocklin, CA
Glendale, CA
REALEST is proud to present a branded dessert opportunity located inside the Glendale Galleria, one of the most heavily trafficked shopping centers in Los Angeles County. The business operates from a...
$99,000
Los Angeles County, CA
Great opportunity to acquire a well-established, 100% absentee owned and 100% employee operated, franchised juice bar in a very desirable and upscale Beach/Coastal community of Los Angeles County....
$300,000
Monterey County, CA
PRIME Farmers Insurance Agency - Profitable Opportunity in Monterey County This established Farmers Insurance franchise presents an exceptional opportunity for an ambitious entrepreneur seeking a...
$427,956
Cash Flow: $252,000
Alamo, CA
Located at a beautiful corner in Alamo, CA 94507, T&T Magic Nails is a regular nail salon for everyone, as we always try our best to deliver the highest level of customer satisfaction. Our goal at T&T...
$99,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Citrus Heights, CA
Versatile 4,596 sq. ft. building on 0.78 acres with 19 parking spaces in a high-traffic neighborhood. Currently set up as a daycare, this turnkey facility is ideal for an owner-operator and can easily...
$1,566,000
San Diego, CA
Located in the heart of the Gaslamp District in San Diego! Heavy Foot traffic from Padres games, Convention Center, Hotels, Condos and tourists! We have an incredible staff, management and concept...
$375,000
Cash Flow: $200,000
Riverside County, CA
This is a turnkey, AI-powered real estate business that helps with residential disputes. Customers pay a fee to use a custom system that guides them step-by-step based on their situation. The software...
$24,995
Available Nationwide
Tap into the lucrative world of technology with CMIT Solutions Franchise
$100,000
Los Angeles County, CA
This is a rare chance to acquire the exclusive U.S. distribution rights to a globally successful personal care brand that has quietly laid the foundation for breakout growth in the U.S. market....
$100,000
Los Angeles County, CA
CONFIDENTIAL SALE – DO NOT CONTACT EMPLOYEES OR VISIT WITHOUT APPOINTMENT. This high-volume AYCE buffet restaurant in Los Angeles County presents an opportunity to acquire an established and highly...
$4,600,000
Cash Flow: $1,500,000
$4,500,000
San Diego County, CA
San Francisco, CA
Established Neighborhood Liquor & Market in Prime Pacific Heights Location This turnkey retail opportunity represents over 40 years of continuous operation in one of San Francisco's most desirable...
$420,000
Cash Flow: $185,250
San Rafael, CA
Tanshon (a name combining “tan” and “cushion”) offers a turnkey opportunity centered around a novel, first-to-market indoor tanning bed cushion. The product addresses a long-ignored gap in tanning bed...
$249,000
Available in California
Want To Be Your Own Boss? Join PlumbingPro, a very lucrative and disruptive service franchise with an Executive Business Model
$100,000
Concord, CA
Step into ownership of a proven Beard Papa's franchise - the world-famous cream puff brand with over 550 locations worldwide. This Concord location sits right in the heart of Todos Santos Plaza,...
$148,000
San Diego, CA
High Margin, Recurring Revenue, Global Scalability. High-End Business & Social Networking Club - Established Chapter for Sale with a proven road map to $10,000,000 in recurring revenue, serviceable...
$500,000
EBITDA: $376,992
Cypress, CA
Established Thai Restaurant - Prime Cypress Location This well-established Thai restaurant offers an exceptional opportunity for owner-operators in Orange County's dynamic Cypress market. Operating...
$320,000
Downey, CA
This is a unique opportunity to acquire a fully established and thriving Advanced Psychological and Behavioral Medicine Center. Specializing in comprehensive mental health services, the center has a...
$500,000
Orange County, CA
LOCATION- LOCATION- LOCATION In close proximity to Angels Stadium, Disney, Convention Center, & Hotels, Colleges & Universities. This business is an absolute gem. Low overhead due to its 2500 Sq ft...
$985,000
Cash Flow: $650,000
Bob Brooks
Bay Area Business Brokers
Serving Santa Clara County, CA
Bay Area Business Brokers are experts at bridging the gap between business buyers and sellers. Whether you are acquiring, selling or exit planning our intermediaries can guide you towards a successful transition.
Concord, CA
Turnkey Trampoline Park Opportunity – Established Rockin' Jump Location Fully operational and well-maintained trampoline park offers ready-to-run indoor entertainment business in a prime location. As...
$2,000,000
EBITDA: $664,984
Artesia, CA
Turnkey Established Thai Restaurant - Prime Artesia Location This profitable Thai restaurant offers an exceptional turnkey opportunity for owner-operators in Los Angeles County's established Artesia...
$450,000
$3,000,000
Santa Rosa, CA
Santa Clara, CA
Established Party Bus Business - 25 Years of Success This well-established party bus operation has been serving the Santa Clara County market since 2000, building a solid reputation and loyal customer...
$125,000
Los Angeles, CA
PROFITABLE JOB MARKETPLACE - ESTABLISHED NICHE PLATFORM CashJobs.net is a specialized online marketplace serving the high-demand fast pay and same-day pay employment segment in Los Angeles. This...
$74,900
Cash Flow: $53,000
Available Nationwide
The Fresh Start Company
$100,000
Los Angeles County, CA
After five successful years(going on six), I am offering for sale one of the highest-margin businesses in my portfolio. For a new owner, this business offers a life that most dream off. It allows you...
$450,000
Cash Flow: $159,000
California
CALIFORNIA COMMERCIAL CANNABIS CULTIVATION OPPORTUNITY Off-Market | $3.5M–$4.5M EBITDA | Excellent Infrastructure | Federal Legalization Potential Apply direct via listing here on BizBuySell >>>...
$18,338,690
Cash Flow: $3,667,738
Encinitas, CA
WELL ESTABLISHED COASTAL-THEMED SUPERFOOD BRAND “Turnkey” superfood business operating profitably with steady and growing income streams in San Diego's high affluent & thriving wellness market....
$450,000
Cash Flow: $120,000
Los Angeles, CA
Premium mobile pet grooming business serving affluent neighborhoods across Los Angeles. No storefront, no lease. The entire operation runs out of three Wag'n Tails grooming vans. Three groomers do all...
$695,000
Cash Flow: $220,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
San Francisco, CA
Pet Store & Real Estate Available! Located in one of the densest parts of San Francisco. The opportunity offers a turnkey store with established five years in sales. An owner user here will pay...
$1,000,000
Cash Flow: $19,020
Topanga, CA
VanLab is a leading and innovative business offering DIY conversion kits to transform vans, SUVs, and wagons into adventure vehicles for travel and camping. This business designs and...
Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $185,000
San Diego, CA
StretchMed is a boutique wellness franchise specializing in 1-on-1 assisted stretching, designed to improve mobility, reduce pain, and enhance overall quality of life through a structured, medically...
$45,000
Ventura, CA
Kawaii Klaws - Profitable Turnkey Claw Machine Business This established franchise opportunity represents the #1 claw machine concept in the USA with over 10 locations nationwide. Operating since...
$350,000
Roseville, CA
This beautifully appointed restaurant and cafe space offers an exceptional opportunity for entrepreneurs seeking a turnkey food service location in one of Roseville's most desirable markets. The space...
$275,000
Available in California
Providing Compassionate and Dependable Home Care
$150,000
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 |
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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:
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.
