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Laundromat in Long Beach

Long Beach, CA

Rare opportunity to buy this business with cheap rent and long term lease. This laundry is located in a large market center Ion a major intersection. Easy in and out access and excellent parking. It...

$375,000

$375,000

Very popular cafe for sale

Placer County, CA

This well-positioned café represents a strategic acquisition opportunity in Placer County's competitive food service market. The business has operated successfully for three years, demonstrating...

$120,000

$120,000

Cash Flow: $1,527

Confidential Two-Unit Restaurant Portfolio for Sale Premium California

Los Angeles County, CA

Confidential Two-Unit Restaurant Portfolio for Sale Premium California Markets | Established Brand | Immediate Cash Flow + Growth Upside RRC#5238 Asking Price: $2,750,000 Location: Los Angeles County...

$2,750,000

$2,750,000

Confidential Restaurant for Sale – High-Volume Southern California

Los Angeles, CA

Confidential Restaurant for Sale – High-Volume Southern California Market RRC#5237 Asking Price: $1,350,000 Location: Los Angeles County Annual Revenue: $2,800,000 Annual Cash Flow: $23,750 Monthly...

$1,350,000

$1,350,000

Excellent Collision Center

El Monte, CA

If you have auto body experience do not miss the opportunity to acquire this special business. This turnkey operation has all the pieces and makes lots of money. Permitted spray booth. The business...

$2,950,000

$2,950,000

Cash Flow: $1,239,046

Well known Restaurant in SF Bay Area

Oakland, CA

QUINN'S LIGHTHOUSE - ICONIC WATERFRONT RESTAURANT OPPORTUNITY Acquire this legendary Oakland waterfront dining destination with 40 years of established operations. Quinn's Lighthouse offers an...

$200,000

$200,000

Market Sushi

Diamond Bar, CA

This sushi business is located inside a large supermarket, generating consistent sales from regular grocery shoppers. Because customers naturally visit the market for daily shopping, the business...

$50,000

$50,000

Cash Flow: $82,285

Market Sushi

Pasadena, CA

This sushi business is located inside a large supermarket, generating consistent sales from regular grocery shoppers. Because customers naturally visit the market for daily shopping, the business...

$97,000

$97,000

Cash Flow: $174,857

Restaurant For Sale in Eagle Rock | Mediterranean

Eagle Rock, CA

**SELLER IS MOTIVATED AND WILL CONSIDER ALL OFFERS**. This is a turnkey **Asset-only** opportunity to acquire the operational assets of an established and well-known Mediterranean kabob restaurant....

$99,000

$99,000

Established Smog Station, Vehicle Registration and General Repair

Temecula, CA

20 years in business. Smog check, vehicle registration and general repairs. 1,500 sq ft, at $1.37 sq ft. Good location near the 15 freeway in Temecula across the street from the DMV. Great customer...

$110,000

$110,000

Cash Flow: $54,000

Owner-Absentee Hardwood Flooring Business | Open 40+ Years

Los Angeles, CA

This established hardwood flooring store offers a proven, turnkey operation that runs smoothly under owner-absentee management. The business provides a full range of hardwood flooring products and...

$1,594,000

$1,594,000

Cash Flow: $444,140

In Escrow---Mailbox Rental and Shipping, with Multiple Income Stream

Los Angeles County, CA

If you want to get back your invested money within just two years, this is the business you need to buy. Located in one of the most tourist-heavy areas of Los Angeles, this well-established store has...

$800,000

$800,000

Cash Flow: $187,000

The UPS Store Franchise In Prime Location

Santa Ana, CA

An excellent opportunity to purchase this established The UPS Store in the heart of Santa Ana. This is a newer Laser Lite store design, which is intended to create a modern, open, and efficient...

$250,000

$250,000

Cash Flow: $45,702

Fully operational turnkey Medical-Spa for sale!

$350,000 - Thousand Oaks, CA

$350,000

Thousand Oaks, CA

Stand alone Mexican food w patio or bring your own concept 41 lic-

Escondido, CA

Turnkey Mexican Restaurant in an Ideal Location Step into ownership of a vibrant, free-standing Mexican food destination restaurant that is ready NOW! This is an ideal location for Mexican food or...

$149,999

$149,999

Well-established popular American family diner in OC for sale

Orange County, CA

This well-established American family diner/cafe represents a compelling acquisition opportunity in North Orange County's competitive dining market. Operating continuously since 2011, the business has...

$390,000

$390,000

Cash Flow: $90,000

Dr. & Eileen Prudhont

The Business Brokers, LLC. in NV. & The Business Brokers, Inc. in CA

Serving Riverside County, CA

Dr. John and Eileen have been helping Buyers and Sellers of Businesses, Franchises, Commercial and Residential Investment Real Estate for over, a combined, 50 years. Our extensive Business Brokerage experience includes: ATM & Vending Businesses E-Commerce Businesses Restaurants and Bars/Taverns C-Stores, Liquor Stores Gas Stations, both Un-Branded and Branded Both Re-sale and New Franchises Fitness/Gyms Bars and Restaurants Automotive Repair Shops, Tire Retail & Repair/Replacement Shops and Oil Change Facilities Retail and Service Businesses including Interior Design, Furniture, Home Decor and more Medical Businesses including Podiatry, Chiropractic, Orthopedic, ASC's and more Fashion and High Fashion Clothing Stores Real Property, Land and Business Combination Sales Commercial Real Estate Lease Negotiation and Sales and so many more! Please call for us details. In NEVADA: The Business Brokers, LLC. is a Business Brokerage with Dr. John & Eileen Prudhont as Principals/Business Brokers In CALIFORNIA: The Biz Brokers, Inc. is a Business Brokerage with Dr. John & Eileen Prudhont as Vice President & President/Business Brokers We serve all of all of Nevada from our Las Vegas, NV office & California from our Newport Beach, CA office. Eileen: NV DRE: BUSB.0006956.BKR. |. Eileen: CA BRE: 01307577 John: NV DRE: BUSB.0006958.BKR. | John: CA BRE: 01178776 Nevada: 5510 S Fort Apache Rd. Ste. 451 Las Vegas, NV 89148, Phone: 702-802-8090 California: 301 Bayview Circle, Suite 104, Newport Beach, CA 92660, Phone: 661-347-6985

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Confidential Restaurant Opportunity — Established Destination Location

Mono County, CA

Confidential Restaurant Opportunity — Established Destination Location in Californias #1 Ski Resort Proven Performance | Strong Margins | Long Operating History RRC# 5236 Asking Price: $1,400,000...

$1,400,000

$1,400,000

Cash Flow: $300,000

Dessert / Beverage Concept Friendly/ QSR Asset Sale – New-Build

Orange County, CA

Dessert / Beverage Concept Friendly/ QSR Asset Sale – New-Build, High-Quality Design – Electrical, HVAC & Hot Water Systems Improved - Low Rent – Fountain Valley, CA RRC#5249 Asking Price: $129,000...

$129,000

$129,000

Placer County Turnkey Boutique Café

Placer County, CA

For sale: A highly acclaimed, chef-driven French pâtisserie in a premier commercial corridor. This stylish, 3-year-old café offers a turnkey opportunity in a high-traffic area. The sellers are...

$120,000

$120,000

Cash Flow: $50,000

Well Established Pest Control Co Service Contracts

San Bernardino County, CA

This 21 year old business is located in a beautiful area with thousands of vacation properties and second homes. They are a trusted vendor to home owners, property managers, municipal buildings and...

$595,000

$595,000

Cash Flow: $248,000

Profitable Pet Boutique in Prime Marin Location

Marin County, CA

Well-established, community-loved high-end pet boutique located in a prime downtown Marin County shopping center. Successfully operating for 3 years, this turnkey retail business offers a stable...

$149,000

$149,000

Cash Flow: $42,620

Well known franchise bakery for sale

Orange County, CA

The well-known, well-established, thriving franchise bakery and coffee shop, where the aroma of fresh-baked goods welcomes both you and your loyal customers. This well-established bakery has been...

$780,000

$780,000

Cash Flow: $240,000

Major brand-with market- Business Only

Paramount, CA

This established gas station represents a prime retail fuel opportunity in Gardena, CA. The facility operates as a business-only opportunity, providing substantial revenue streams through both fuel...

$1,000,000

$1,000,000

Subway Franchise - Nice Neighborhood, Closed on Sundays

Orange County, CA

Subway Franchise | South Orange County !! * Established nationally recognized sandwich franchise with 20,000+ locations worldwide * Prime commercial-strip location on a high-traffic main street in...

$178,000

$178,000

Cash Flow: $120,000

Well Established Supermarket FOR SALE | Orange County, CA

$3,500,000 - Garden Grove, CA

$3,500,000

Garden Grove, CA

Jewelry Store in Resort Beach Town

Orange County, CA

Fine Jewelry, Watch Repair, Estate Sale...

$1,500,000

$1,500,000

A boba tea shop (franchise) with a fully equipped kitchen

Milpitas, CA

A franchise boba tea shop is for sale in a high foot traffic shopping center in the heart of Milpitas. The location is surrounded by offices, retail store, City Hall, hotels, High tech companies, and...

$250,000

$250,000

Established Professional Home Organizing Business

Orange County, CA

Acquisition Highlights - Established, home-based business with strong online reputation and brand recognition - Experienced employees with a manager - In 2025: 175 organizing sessions, 65 clients...

$240,000

$240,000

Cash Flow: $127,822

Profitable Beer & Wine Convenience Store - Growing Sales

San Pedro, CA

This well-established convenience store with beer and wine license presents an exceptional opportunity in the San Pedro local market. This business demonstrates consistent revenue growth with current...

$375,000

$375,000

Premium Partyware Brand | 111% Growth After Strategic Focus

California

Founded in 2019, this business has carved out a distinctive position as a premium disposable partyware brand on Amazon, successfully distancing itself from low-cost commodity competitors. The brand...

$3,250,000

$3,250,000

Cash Flow: $1,092,330

Johnny Rockets Franchise for Sale in Los Angeles County

Alhambra, CA

Opened in 2024, this resale opportunity for a Johnny Rockets presents an excellent opportunity for an experienced owner-operator. The location is co-branded with Hurricane Grill & Wings, creating a...

$50,000

$50,000

High-Volume Turn-Key Restaurant Opportunity in South El Monte

South El Monte, CA

Seize the opportunity to own a high-performing, semi-absentee operated restaurant in a prime South El Monte location. This free-standing building offers excellent curb appeal and a proven track record...

$220,000

$220,000

Cash Flow: $160,000

Family owned Poke shop for sale in Roseville shopping plaza

Roseville, CA

Established Hawaiian poke restaurant available for acquisition in prime Roseville shopping plaza. This family-owned operation is strategically positioned within a high-traffic retail center alongside...

$25,000

$25,000

Southeast Asian restaurant for sale in South Sacramento

Sacramento, CA

Established Southeast Asian Restaurant - Prime Sacramento Location This well-established family-owned Southeast Asian restaurant presents an exceptional acquisition opportunity in South Sacramento's...

$99,000

$99,000

Coastal Gift Store -See Coastal Clothing Store listing for opportunity

Carlsbad, CA

Gift & Lifestyle Store - Approx. $600,000 annual revenue - High foot traffic from locals and tourists - Broad product mix: gifts, home décor, accessories, seasonal items - Strong year?round...

$700,000

$700,000

Cash Flow: $145,000

Very Profitable EV Car Fleet Rental Business

$80,000 - Los Angeles, CA

$80,000

Los Angeles, CA

Remote Operator San Diego Home Cleaning Business

San Diego, CA

HS Listing ID-67880 Asking price- $79,000 2025 Gross - 57k 2025 Net after expenses - 53k 2026 Projected income 57k 2026 Projected net income 21k Business highlights: Repeat client: weekly, biweekly,...

$79,000

$79,000

Cash Flow: $53,000

Reliable Auto Repair & Smog Solutions in San Jose

San Jose, CA

This established automotive service facility represents a premier opportunity in San Jose's competitive auto repair market. Operating continuously for decades, the business has developed a...

$120,000

$120,000

EBITDA: $38,000

Subway Franchise/ High Net / Sunday Closed/ South Orange County.

Orange County, CA

Business Profile – Subway Franchise | South Orange County !! Established nationally recognized sandwich franchise with 20,000+ locations worldwide Prime commercial-strip location on a high-traffic...

$179,000

$179,000

Cash Flow: $120,000

Calabasas Equipped Restaurant For Sale

Calabasas, CA

Premises: Approx. 2900' two patios Monthly Rent: $16,450 per mo. Gross All In Parking: Shopping Center Lease Term: 8 yrs. plus option ABC License: Beer & Wine Price: $450,000 Comments: Fully Equipped...

$450,000

$450,000

Sports bar with Pizza, Wings and More

Long Beach, CA

Buyers must have restaurant experience and cash reserve beyond the purchase price to qualify for the lease. This business is not SBA qualified. Cash offers only! Business Summary – Sports Bar with...

$249,000

$249,000

Auto Detailing & Custom Wrap Shop - Owner Operated

Los Angeles County, CA

Owner-operated auto detailing business located in San Gabriel Valley specializing in window tinting and vehicle wraps. The business has built a strong base of referral-driven work, with the owner...

$180,000

$180,000

Cash Flow: $80,000

Biz(Dry Cleaner)+RE(2 Unit)AAA location,Seller over 30 yrs

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Yucaipa, CA

* Biz (Dry Cleaners) + Real Estate (2 unit: dry cleaner, restaurant) *AAAAA location; a few blocks from ent/exit of 10 fwy * Lots of housing projects in the area * Seller over 30 year running the biz...

$1,750,000

$1,750,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Multi-Location General Dentistry Practice For Sale In San Diego Area

San Diego, CA

Well-established, 10-year-old multi-location dental group with strong brand recognition and high-visibility retail real estate positioning. This practice has built a loyal patient base and scalable...

Not Disclosed

Not Disclosed

EBITDA: $2,500,000

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Serving Santa Clara County, CA

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Get Into The Health Craze - High Cash Flow Health Food QSR - $125+ SDE

Orange County, CA

Get Into The Health Craze - High Cash Flow Health Food QSR - $125+ SDE - Low Rent - Prime OC Corner Location RRC#5242 Asking Price: $199,000 Location: Orange County Annual Revenue: $500,000 Annual...

$199,000

$199,000

Cash Flow: $125,000

Turnkey, Highly Rated Salon in Prime Menlo Park

Sacramento, CA

Opportunity to acquire a well-established, highly rated salon with a loyal clientele and strong local reputation. The business has operated successfully for many years and is known for consistent...

$160,000

$160,000

Cash Flow: $71,750

Owner Carry Available--Modern Chinese Restaurant

$269,000 - Tustin, CA

$269,000

Tustin, CA

Amazon VC account (US), GLX brand

Duarte, CA

GLX HELMETS is a well-established motorcycle helmet brand and distribution company operating since 2002 in Duarte, California. This mature limited liability company has built a strong presence in the...

$3,500,000

$3,500,000

Cash Flow: $240,000

Modern restaurant and Bar for sale in Natomas sacramento

Sacramento, CA

Established restaurant and bar strategically located in the thriving Natomas district of Sacramento, California. This modern culinary establishment operates within a prime 3,150 square foot facility,...

$125,000

$125,000

Lucrative Smoke Shop in a Good Location

Orange County, CA

Well-established smoke shop available in a busy Orange County shopping center with excellent visibility and consistent customer traffic. The business is stocked with a wide selection of in-demand...

$25,000

$25,000

Profitable Waba Grill Franchise

Cypress, CA

$652K Sales Waba Grill Franchise – Cypress, CA – Only $175K Well-established Waba Grill franchise located in a high-traffic retail shopping center in Cypress, CA, surrounded by other successful food...

$175,000

$175,000

Full ABC 47 + Live Music | 3500 SF South OC Corner Bar-Restaurant

Orange, CA

Full ABC 47 + Live Music | 3500 SF South OC Corner Bar-Restaurant | Irreplaceable Build Out | Asset Sale RRC#5243 Asking Price: $399,000 Location: Orange County Annual Revenue:$1,000,000 Annual Cash...

$399,000

$399,000

Trusted Local Bicycle Shop– Ready for New Ownership

Contra Costa County, CA

A well-established and highly respected bicycle shop with deep roots in its local community. Operated by the same family for decades, the business has earned a strong reputation as a trusted...

$395,000

$395,000

EBITDA: $109,000

High Volume American Restaurant with Full Bar, long established

Huntington Beach, CA

SBA QUALIFIED Buyer Requirements This offering is available to qualified buyers only. Prior to the release of confidential information and execution of a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA), interested...

$1,999,990

$1,999,990

EBITDA: $632,000

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

Number of Businesses for Sale  

  ~5,500

Median Asking Price  

  $360,000

Median Reported Revenue  

  $630,000

Median Reported Earnings  

  $150,000

Profit Margin  

  23%

Earnings Multiple  

  2.5

Revenue Multiple  

  0.6

Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings.

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.