San Diego, CA
$650,000
Businesses in California For Sale
Local Info
Gaslamp Restaurant / Bar For Sale with Type 47 ABC License
Thriving, Established Music Academy with Consistent Revenue Growth
Los Angeles County, CA
$399,000
Water Store: South El Monte, California
South El Monte, CA
$74,888
Own a Creative Production Studio with Big Growth Potential
Studio City, CA
$365,000
Prime Turn-Key Opportunity: Established Poke Restaurant in N. OC
Orange County, CA
$79,900
Restaurant with Full Bar, and a patio with panoramic views
San Clemente, CA
$249,000
Established Towing Business
Los Angeles, CA
$450,000
Insurance Restoration Reconstruction Contractor with Key Accounts!
Los Angeles, CA
$3,900,000
Established 1993 – Specialist Deli & Grocery Store - $2.1million
Los Angeles County, CA
$450,000
SaaS Ticketing Platform - Relocatable
San Francisco, CA
Not Disclosed
Fast Food Take-out Sushi & Japanese Restaurant
Monterey County, CA
$250,000
High-Traffic Coffee & Snack Shop - Prime Recreation Center Location
San Diego, CA
$250,000
Semi-Absentee Owned Profitable Carnicería for Sale
Perris, CA
$300,000
Pending Turnkey Wash&Fold Laundromat | Coin & Card Payments accepted
$750,000
San Francisco, CA
Established Café + Real Estate Included | $1.6+M in Revenues
Marin County, CA
$2,800,000
Established Auto Repair Shop – Prime Marin Location w/Strong Lease
Marin County, CA
$190,000
Rick Teh, EMBA, CBI
Accel Business Advisors
Serving Alameda County, CA
We are a team of seasoned business brokers passionate about helping business owners and investors in business transactions. Our brokers operate less like salespeople and more closely to wedding planners - we will get to know your needs, show you what it will take to get there, and make sure that things are going according to plan the entire way. Our team of brokers has extensive experience and training working with a wide variety of business listings and performing valuations. Your business showcases your hard work and dedication; it deserves the highest level of professionalism that will lead you to a successful closing. All of our team members have had previous experience owning their own business and understand that placing your business for sale can be a stressful time. Our rigorous training equips brokers to deliver strategic guidance for smooth, successful business sales.
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Remodeling & Repair Company Specializing in Manufactured Homes
California
Not Disclosed
Well-Established Beauty, Cosmetology & Training Center
Los Angeles County, CA
$480,000
Established 50-Year Auto Shop w/Loyal Clientele & Strong Cash Flow
Auberry, CA
$350,000
Turnkey Photography Business | $100K+ Owner Income | Part Time
Santa Cruz County, CA
$295,000
SALE PENDING- Profitable Pergola and Outdoor Furnishing Business!
San Mateo County, CA
$3,999,000
Own a Turnkey Psychotherapy Practice
San Francisco, CA
$990,000
Creative & Popular Artisan Bakery with Well Established Clients
Napa County, CA
$350,000
Established Restaurant Doing $1,360,000 + Sales in Prime Location
Alameda County, CA
$225,000
International Classic Car Company
$1,425,000
Los Angeles, CA
Long Established Historic Restaurant with Positive Cash Flow
Truckee, CA
$650,000
Established Smoke Shop Huge Potential
Salinas, CA
$99,000
Plumbing Company-Orange County
Orange County, CA
$1,350,000
Established Specialty Kitchen & Home Goods Store with E-Commerce
Santa Cruz County, CA
$1,075,000
Growing Dessert Brand for Sale | Asset-Light, Low OH, Flexible Model
Orange County, CA
$150,000
Sushi and Japanese Restaurant-Can Convert to Other Concepts-No Competi
Alameda County, CA
$76,000
Profitable Event-Focused Food Truck
Perris, CA
$1,500,000
Tortilla Manufacturing
Whittier, CA
$250,000
Orange County Music School with 7 rooms
Orange County, CA
$120,000
Turnkey Massage & SPA Studio in Prime DTLA
Los Angeles, CA
$168,000
Profitable Car Rental Business – Serving Uber & Lyft Drivers – $615K R
$1,200,000
Santa Monica, CA
Turnkey Food Court Restaurant at Galleria at Tyler
Riverside, CA
$89,000
Turnkey Popular Specialty Restaurant in Alhambra
Alhambra, CA
$69,000
For Sale – Non-Branded Gas Station On Hwy 99 In Sutter County, CA
Yuba City, CA
$5,000,000
Prime Irvine Spectrum Flagship Restaurant
Irvine, CA
$499,000
Exclusive Art Gallery in Walkable Upscale Town
Orange County, CA
$250,000
$2.7M+ Sales Restaurant Brand 2 Locations + Food Truck | Semi-Absentee
San Francisco County, CA
$870,000
Established Circle K Store in A Stand Alone Building With Low Rent
Downey, CA
$799,900
Barbershop for sale
Pacifica, CA
$65,000
Timothy Lopez
Tim Lopez Group
Serving San Diego County, CA
Tim Lopez Group is a business brokerage and commercial real estate advisory firm focused on helping owners buy, sell, and transition privately held businesses. The firm specializes in practical, execution-driven representation, with an emphasis on clean financials, realistic valuations, and transactions that hold up through diligence and closing. Founded and led by Tim Lopez, the firm brings over 30 years of experience spanning business brokerage, commercial real estate, construction, and owner-operator advisory. This multidisciplinary background allows Tim Lopez Group to evaluate businesses beyond surface-level multiples, accounting for real estate, lease structures, operational risk, capital requirements, and transition planning. The firm represents business owners across a range of industries, including service businesses, light manufacturing, specialty trades, retail, and owner-operated companies with or without underlying real estate. Clients benefit from disciplined deal structuring, clear communication, and an honest assessment of market conditions—whether preparing for a sale, acquiring a business, or planning a long-term exit. Tim Lopez Group works with qualified buyers and sellers nationwide, prioritizing confidentiality, accurate financial presentation, and efficient deal flow. The firm is particularly well suited for owners seeking a straightforward process, credible buyer screening, and a broker who understands both operations and transactions.
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Merchant Processing / Service Provider for Sale
California
$4,050,000
Turnkey Coffee Shop / Café – North County San Diego
San Diego County, CA
$149,000
Little Italy Restaurant & Bar. Turnkey with Management Company!
$699,000
San Diego, CA
Automotive Shop - 37+ Years of General Mechanic, Brake & Alignment
San Joaquin County, CA
$650,000
High Profit Making HVAC Business in Southern California
Camarillo, CA
$725,000
Home Health agency for sale
Los Angeles, CA
$100,000
Indian /Indo-Chinese restaurant for sale/lease in Fremont
Fremont, CA
$200,000
Kern County Medical Transport Services
Bakersfield, CA
$495,000
Sushi in West Los Angeles
West Los Angeles, CA
$75,000
Physical therapy business in Northern Part of CA
Santa Clara County, CA
$330,000
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.
