California

Service Businesses For Sale in California

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Coin Laundry & Coin Car Wash with Property

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Los Angeles County, CA

Recently built coin laundry & self service car wash off a major street with convenient parking and easy in and out in South Los Angeles County. All new equipment and furniture installed in this...

$7,500,000

$7,500,000

Cash Flow: $615,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Sauna/ Health Spa in San Fernando Valley

Northridge, CA

This is the best Sauna in the San Fernando Valley and there is plenty of parking in their property lot. They have 8 standing showers, regular and extra hot Jacuzzi, incredible steam room charcoal...

$7,500,000

$7,500,000

Cash Flow: $720,000

Architectural Firm

California

Sign NDA: https://generational.tfaforms.net/4660083?DealID=a1L2G000004hH1A The Northern California Company is an architectural firm with clients throughout the state of California. Since being...

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EBITDA: $775,000

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EBITDA: $775,000

High-End Commercial & Residential Architect in Bay Area (17719)

California

Operating from prime location in the Bay Area of California, this highly reputable firm designs residential housing (80%) and commercial buildings (20%) for construction. They also provide...

$995,000

$995,000

Cash Flow: $220,000

Asset SaleVending location with machines for sale in Chico, CA

Chico, CA

This asset sale opportunity presents a strategically positioned vending operation within an established apartment complex housing over 500 residents in Chico, California. The location provides...

$20,000

$20,000

Asset Sale
Asset SaleGood location

Pleasant Hill, CA

Long established Agency dry cleaner business for sale in Contra Costa County. Seller has been in the business 28 years and is ready to retire. No employees since Covid, owner-operator does it all....

$25,000

$25,000

Asset Sale
Asset SaleProfitable Restoration & Remediation Company (SBA)

Orange County, CA

This offering represents the opportunity to acquire a long-established, profitable restoration and remediation company operating in Orange County, California. Company Overview: This Restoration...

$2,000,000

$2,000,000

Asset Sale
Asset SaleEstablished Alterations Tailor Shop in the Heart of Coachella Valley

Cathedral City, CA

The Desert Tailor was established in 2019 and focuses on suit and tuxedo alterations, bridal alterations including bridesmaid dresses, prom, custom sewing and embroidery. They offer excellent quality...

$59,900

$59,900

Asset Sale
Asset SaleEstablished Dry Cleaning & Alterations Agency – Since 1980 – Glendale

Glendale, CA

An exceptional opportunity to acquire a long-established dry cleaning agency and alterations business in the heart of Glendale. Serving the community since 1980, this respected business has built a...

$105,000

$105,000

Asset Sale
Asset SaleUNREAL OPPORTUNITY El Dorado Hills Landscape & Design

El Dorado Hills, CA

Gus Carcione here, Owner of El Dorado Hills Landscape & Design. I have closed my Landscape Design & Build operation in El Dorado Hills, as of November 2024. Our Daughters reside in the San Diego area...

$10,000

$10,000

Asset Sale
Asset SaleRoom to grow in LA

Los Angeles, CA

A great opportunity to retool and revitalize. Great location with plenty of parking. Long term rare gross lease. Room for over the counter sales and fluff & fold business....

$199,000

$199,000

Asset Sale
Asset SalePurified Water Vending Asset Sale with Huge Revenue Potential

San Bernardino County, CA

Included in this asset sale is approx 800-900 purified water vending machines. -Machines are complete with bill validators/ coin mechanisms, credit card readers all filters etc. A few hundred of the...

$2,000,000

$2,000,000

Asset Sale

Property Management Business Opportunity

Asset SaleProfitable Laundromat for Sale – Great Location & Stable Income

California

Rare opportunity to acquire established, high-performing laundromat in busy, high-density neighborhoods of Glendale. Consistent cash flow and ready for a new owner to step in and grow. Well-maintained...

$600,000

$600,000

Asset Sale
Asset SaleCalifornia High Complexity CLIA, CAP, Medicare, Medi-Cal

Irvine, CA

Fully licensed high-complexity CLIA-certified clinical laboratory with CAP accreditation, Medicare, and Medi-Cal provider status. This turnkey operation offers a rare opportunity for immediate...

$550,000

$550,000

Asset Sale

Robert Wellman

BusinessWise Brokers & Consultants

Serving El Dorado County, CA

As an independent business brokerage firm, our focus is dedicated to providing you the best outcome possible. Whether you are selling a business, buying a business, leasing commercial property or buying commercial property, we are dedicated to ensuring your experience is a good one. What makes this firm different you may ask? Principal broker, Robert Wellman, has built and sold firms throughout his career. As a former accountant, Chief Financial Officer, and business owner of both service and retail businesses, he can relate on many levels to the experiences you may be facing. Having worked in mergers and acquisitions for a number of years, his proven experience is invaluable. Finally, your success is our success. We work primarily on a referral basis and count on referrals to grow. We greatly appreciate the trust and referrals we have received since starting the firm in 2013.

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Asset SaleWell established 22-year Vending Route- Work 1-Day @ Week

Orange County, CA

This is a well-established vending machine route with a 22-year history. The route includes 10 individual locations and a total of 21 revenue-generating machines. It can be serviced in its entirety on...

$99,900

$99,900

Asset Sale
Asset SaleCarpet Cleaning Franchise, Truck, Equipment and Powerful Brand Name

Winchester, CA

If you are wanting a service related business with a proven model that provides innovative technology accompanied with marketing support, operation support, online scheduling support and customer...

$45,000

$45,000

Asset Sale
Asset SaleSo fine near SoFi

Inglewood, CA

Asset sale with excellent opportunity to retool, remodel and reap the rewards. Excellent visibiity and parking. Long term lease with capped options. Two miles from SoFi Stadium with potential for...

$130,000

$130,000

Asset Sale
Asset SaleSolar, Roof, & Power Wash Business - Equipment & Clients Included

Riverside, CA

Solar Guard Panel Cleaning is a well-equipped, mobile solar panel cleaning and exterior pressure washing business with a growing customer base across Riverside County and surrounding areas. In...

$39,000

$39,000

Asset Sale
Asset SaleLong term profitable store

Ceres, CA

This store is nicely equipped, well run, has long term lease and makes good money. $348,000 revenue / $133,000 cash flow. Current owner 2-3 hours a week on the store. Has staff to do all cleaning and...

$650,000

$650,000

Asset Sale
Asset SaleIndependent Shipping & Postal Service Store For More Than 30 Years

Garden Grove, CA

Established Independent Shipping & Postal Service Store - Asset Sale This turnkey shipping and postal service operation has been serving the Orange County community from the same prime shopping center...

$50,000

$50,000

Asset Sale
Asset SaleLA Beauty - Free standing with all the bells and whistles

Los Angeles, CA

Great location with dense demographics. Free standing building with plenty of parking. Light bright laundry with a wall of windows and a designated vending area. Newer Speed Queen touch screen washers...

$1,120,000

$1,120,000

Asset Sale

Richard's Painting, Your Neighborhood Painter

Asset Sale30 year Divorce Mediation Firm

San Diego County, CA

Divorce Mediation Firm – Southern California – Highly Ranked SEO – Growth Opportunity Established divorce mediation practice located in Southern California, serving a loyal client base with a...

$305,000

$305,000

Asset Sale
Asset SaleParamount starter laundry

Paramount, CA

Great starter laundry in desirable Paramount location. Long term lease with favorable terms. Expansive parking in shopping center with Hispanic market....

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Asset SaleBrand New Burbank Laundromat – Seller Financing Available

Los Angeles County, CA

HS Listing ID-66622 2200 sqft - 10 Years left on the lease. Plus 5 year option Has 2 part time employees + partial owner operated Brand new Electrolux 28 washer 25 dryers (plumbing/electrical ready...

$800,000

$800,000

Asset Sale
Asset SaleCompton opportunity

Los Angeles, CA

ASSET SALE - Free Standing building with 10 dedicated parking spaces. Spacious and modern laundry. Much potential for cash buyer to grow business with hands on owner operator....

$160,000

$160,000

Asset Sale
Asset SalePromising Asset Sale in Highland Park

Highland Park, CA

Rare opportunity for a "fixer upper" in a highly dense area of Highland Park. Ample parking and long lease term. Sellers loss is your gain. Huge potential to increase income without the cost of a full...

$115,000

$115,000

Asset Sale
Real EstateFluff and Fold Full-Service Laundromat with Real Estate

Paradise, CA

BUSINESS AND REAL ESTATE well established Fluff and Fold Laundromat. 38 high-efficiency washer and 38 dryers, 2 convenient electronic card-loading machines, laundry supply dispensers, and games for...

$1,200,000

$1,200,000

Real Estate
Real EstateGound lease for sale

Chino, CA

Commercial retail property lease opportunity in Chino, CA offering stable investment returns. This 6,988 square foot retail space and 44,867 sqft lot constructed in 2007, is currently leased to a...

$195,000

$195,000

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Real EstateSG 11314 California LA County Land Opportunity

Pacific Palisades, CA

Off-Market Opportunity | 160 Buildable Acres – Pacific Palisades (LA County) We are presenting an exclusive off-market development opportunity in the prestigious community of Pacific Palisades, Los...

$29,000,000

$29,000,000

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Real EstateTurnkey Restaurant Condo Located at 116 Civic Center Drive, Vista, CA

Vista, CA

Turnkey Restaurant Condo Located at 116 Civic Center Drive, Vista, CA RRC# 5160 Offered at $1,800,000 Location:San Diego County Annual Revenue: Contact for Info Annual Cash Flow:Contact for Info...

$1,800,000

$1,800,000

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NOT another laundromat Laundry Business Opportunity!

Real EstateCoin Laundry with Property in Compton

Compton, CA

The laundromat is a great part-time business for people from all walks of life for supplemental income and the laundromat business can provide a residual income and van often be run on a part-time or...

$4,100,000

$4,100,000

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Real EstatePrime Vacant Commercial Property For Sale In High Demand Location

Carson, CA

Fantastic Opportunity to own a Versatile 6700 square feet with 1850 built up area with excellent visibility on a major street next to several franchise features a welcoming lobby with reception desk...

$995,000

$995,000

Real Estate
Real Estate15,000 to 20,000 Square Foot Fully Built Out Industrial Building

California

15,000 to 20,000 Square Foot Fully Built Out Industrial Building Housing a Catering Company RRC# 5062 Location: Northern California Description: Building Description: The opportunity is for the...

$7,543,000

$7,543,000

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Real EstateLaundromat in Moss landing, Ca.

California

The space is vacant and needs to be built out (estimated $400,000 for construction & 30 new washers & 30 New Dryers). 2,000 sq. ft new space with great parking and high car traffic count on highway 1...

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Real EstateRetail / Medical Building On Firestone Blvd.

Los Angeles, CA

Property Highlights - APPROX. 3,300 SF RETAIL / MEDICAL BUILDING ON 6,750 SF OF LAND. - PROPERTY HAS APPROVED PLANS FOR MEDICAL USE!!! - LOCATED ON A MAJOR COMMERCIAL THOROUGHFARE WITH OVER 30,000...

$950,000

$950,000

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Real EstateReal Estate Included - SBA Loan Pre-approved - Restaurant & Bar

Sonora, CA

The Armory – Beer Garden, Restaurant & Event Center | Real Estate Included | SBA Pre-Approved RRC #5112 Location: 208 S Green Street, Sonora, CA 95370 Asking Price: $4,250,000 Cash Flow: $500,000...

$4,250,000

$4,250,000

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Real EstateLaundry & rental income with the property

Los Angeles, CA

Unique free standing building for sale. Property includes Laundry & rental income store. High traffic in a residential & business mixed area. Easy access w/ ample parking. Floor & some older equipment...

$2,980,000

$2,980,000

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Gregory DiCristina

Chase Group Business Brokers, Inc

Serving Riverside County, CA

Started in 2004 and focused exclusively on business sales since 2006 Chase Group Business Brokers, Inc. has offices in two Southern California counties to best serve business owner and buyer needs from San Diego to Los Angeles and in between.

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Real EstateL-Shaped Lot near corner of Granger and McHenry in Downtown Modesto

Modesto, CA

PLEASE DO NOT APPROACH TENANTS. Tenant businesses are not for sale. Tenants are unaware of the sale of the property. The property was purchased in 2006. It is an L-shaped lot with two separate...

$1,300,000

$1,300,000

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Real EstateOutstanding Chance to Own the Business & Property

Los Angeles, CA

An excellent opportunity to own both the business and the property. It has a free-standing corner location with great visibility, serving to a densely populated area. The friendly staff manages all...

$2,950,000

$2,950,000

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Restaurant Exhaust Hood + Cooking Appliance Cleaning

Real EstateBeautiful, Historic Barn in Downtown Location for Sale!

Upper Lake, CA

This is your chance to own a piece of history! The beautifully renovated pole barn has a decorated history dating all the way back to the 1870s. This was one of three livery stables located in Upper...

$520,000

$520,000

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Start-upFantastic Laundromat location in Los Angeles

Welcome to EXPRESS CLEAN LAUNDRY – Freshly Remodeled & Ready to OPEN! Step into a whole new laundry experience at our newly remodeled laundromat! Designed with comfort and convenience in mind, our...

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Start-upTurn Key New Business

Business for Sale – Established Online Website & Brand This is a great opportunity to acquire a fully prepared online business platform. The business has never operated due to other commitments, and...

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Buy or Sell a Service Business in California

For those in the market to buy or sell a service business in California, it’s crucial to gain an understanding of how the market values these businesses, and what average financial performance looks like. To that end, we have aggregated listings data to surface current valuation multiples and typical financials of California service businesses.


Market Overview

Number of Businesses Analyzed  

423

Median Asking Price  

$322,500

Median Reported Revenue  

$400,000

Median Reported Earnings  

$136,896

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


California Service Business Valuation Multiples

Range

Revenue

Earnings (SDE)

Lower Quartile

0.52

1.76

Median

0.80

2.58

Upper Quartile

1.18

3.47

Revenue and earnings multiples based on reported revenue, seller's discretionary earnings, and asking price.


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Service Business Valuation Multiples & Financial Benchmarks


FAQs

How much does it cost to buy a service business in California?

Prices vary depending on sales volume and financial performance, but the median asking price for a service business in California is approximately $322,500.

How much do service business owners earn?

These businesses vary in sales volume, but California service business owners report median annual sales of $400,000 and annual owner earnings of $136,896. These figures are based on businesses that have listed their annual revenue and seller's discretionary earnings.

How do I value a service business?

Valuing a service business involves considering several factors, including annual revenue, profit, owner earnings, growth (or decline) trends, and historical stability. Brokers, business owners, and business buyers will typically rely on valuation multiples to gauge business value relative to similar businesses in the market. Revenue multiples of service businesses in California range from 0.52 to 1.18, with the median at 0.80. Earnings multiples range from 1.76 to 3.47, with the median at 2.58. These values indicate that a typical service business in California may sell for around 0.80 times its annual revenue, and 2.58 times its annual owner’s earnings.


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