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Established Specialty Retail Business + Property Purchase Option

California

Located in beautiful Sonoma County, this well-established architectural salvage and design business has been a recognized presence in the industry for over 25 years. Specializing in unique, globally...

$450,000

$450,000

Cash Flow: $141,557

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Hospice & Palliative Care Agency-Established-GSA Seven (7) Counties

Van Nuys, CA

This Operatinal Outpatient Palliative & Hospice Care Agency Is Available Now For Acquisition. Originaly Established In 2021. PTAN Effective Date 09/14/2021. Over 36 Months Rule. 100% CHOW Right Away....

$499,000

$499,000

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5 day deli in industrial/commercial park

Alameda County, CA

5-day deli located in a multi-tenant industrial park area in Alameda County. Base rent is $3910.+/- monthly with 5-year lease expiring in 2027 with options. Two ADA bathrooms inside. Seating for 40...

$79,950

$79,950

EBITDA: $18,076

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High-End Window Treatment Company $200K+ SDE

Contra Costa County, CA

This is a unique chance to acquire a well-established, customer-focused window covering retail business in a high-income East Bay community. The business specializes in premium blinds, shades,...

$599,000

$599,000

Cash Flow: $294,102

Children’s Clothing E-Com Store Featuring Famous Italian Brand – $5K

Los Angeles, CA

Premium E-Commerce Store – Branded Italian Children’s Clothing – $5K Well-established Shopify-based online store specializing in premium Italian children’s fashion (Original Marines brand). Location:...

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$5,000

$5,000

Drug, Alcohol and DNA Testing

Chula Vista, CA

Profitable Drug, Alcohol & DNA Testing Business - San Diego County Established healthcare testing company serving Chula Vista and surrounding areas, generating $150,000 in annual revenue through...

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$50,000

$50,000

Freight Brokerage For Sale — Active MC #, Leads & Listings

Fresno, CA

Fully active freight brokerage for sale — includes MC authority, bond, website, logo, shipper leads, and prior customer accounts. The business is set up and ready — just needs an operator to step in...

$150,000

$150,000

San Jose Flower Shop for Sale – Great Location!

San Jose, CA

This well-established flower shop in San Jose offers a fantastic opportunity to own a profitable business in a prime location. The store features a fully equipped workspace, including refrigeration...

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$64,500

$64,500

Beauty Supply, Boutique & Salon, Community Presence, Educated Staff

Yolo County, CA

In 2012, the current owner capitalized on the opportunity to start and operate a beauty shop in a location that has been known to house beauty shops for many, many years. The business focuses on...

$50,000

$50,000

Cash Flow: $17,081

Wetzel Pretzel Franchise

San Luis Obispo County, CA

Pretzel Franchise Wetzel's Pretzels is a baker that lives by the original vision of its founders: to provide hot, delectable, handmade pretzels to customers whenever the urge should strike. Each...

$150,000

$150,000

Cash Flow: $58,000

Contemporary Asian-inspired Californian Cuisine Restaurant

Saratoga, CA

Newly established restaurant in the heart of an affluent area. This popular eatery boasts a loyal customer base and strong revenue, making it a reliable investment. Situated in a central location, the...

$250,000

$250,000

Cash Flow: $125,680

ANTOJITOS TENAMPA Family Mexican Restaurant

Lemon Grove, CA

Welcome to ANTOJITOS TENAMPA Family Mexican Restaurant, we are offering an incredible opportunity to own a well-established Mexican restaurant located on a well known and busy street in Lemon Grove,...

$99,000

$99,000

Easy-Run Coin & Collectibles Store, Fully Remote

$172,300 - Orange County, CA

$172,300

Orange County, CA

Team Unbroker

Unbroker

Profitable Northern California Kettle Corn Business For Sale

Nevada County, CA

This established kettle corn business has a strong presence in the Grass Valley, Nevada City and Metro Sacramento area with an active market that extends to a one hour radius around Grass Valley. This...

$207,000

$207,000

Cash Flow: $47,000

Pool Service Route - Roseville, CA

Roseville, CA

JOIN A BILLION DOLLAR INDUSTRY WITH UNLIMITED POTENTIAL! OWN YOUR OWN THRIVING POOL SERVICE ROUTE WITH RECURRING POSITIVE CASH FLOW. Easy 1-day route in nice areas of Roseville and Gramite Bay. This...

$19,356

$19,356

Cash Flow: $20,000

Lloyd Silver, CFA, CBB

BTI Group

Serving Contra Costa County, CA

Business Team, a unit of BTI Group, is the largest independent business brokerage firm in the Western United States specializing in arranging the purchase and sale of privately owned companies. During our third of a century of existence, we have developed both an unmatched depth of experience (an aggregate of several hundred years!) and a vast network of individual, corporate, and investment group buyers. Why Choose Business Team: * Complete confidentiality * Over 70 full-time associates * Willingness to cooperate with other brokers to expand the buyer pool * Full marketing services * No upfront fees * Over 40 years of experience with more than 7,000 businesses sold

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Smoke shop

Modesto, CA

Business next to Starbucks this is the best place...

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$90,000

$90,000

Cash Flow: $120,000

Popular Cookie Cafe, Turn Key profitable operation

Los Angeles, CA

This is an exceptional turnkey opportunity in Los Angeles' thriving coffee and bakery market. Established in 2016, this profitable operation has built a loyal customer base through handmade products...

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$125,000

$125,000

Cash Flow: $35,000

Profitable Prime Location Sushi Restaurant for sale by owner

Los Angeles, CA

Established neighborhood sushi restaurant in prime Los Angeles location offering exceptional investment opportunity. This women-owned business has operated successfully for 13 years (established 2012)...

$120,000

$120,000

Cash Flow: $32,000

Profits & Purpose: Senior Services Biz with Room to Grow

Palm Springs, CA

This is the only certified and provider of full-service senior relocation, downsizing, and estate sales across Palm Springs, Palm Desert, Rancho Mirage, and all nine Desert Cities. With a strong local...

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$99,000

$99,000

Cash Flow: $35,379

Established Successful Senior Care Business for Sale

San Luis Obispo County, CA

A well-established senior in-home care provider in the San Luis Obispo area, has a strong revenue history, recently with annual average gross revenue of $825,000 over the past three years. The company...

$485,000

$485,000

Cash Flow: $261,937

Ovary 15 Year Amazon VC account for sale

Duarte, CA

Please check our www.glxhelmets.com,...

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$3,500,000

$3,500,000

Cash Flow: $350,000

Established liquor store, licensed, furnished and ready to go!

Lomita, CA

For lease: spacious 1,880 sqft fully furnished liquor and convenience store. Family owned and operated since 1987. Major expansion and renovation done in 2015. Located right off of PCH in Lomita under...

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$98,000

$98,000

Profitable Print, Promotional & Marketing Business for Sale

$140,000 - San Diego County, CA

$140,000

San Diego County, CA

Minuteman Press International

Minuteman Press

Turnkey Seafood restaurant with type 41 beverage license

Covina, CA

Mexican/seafood restaurant for sale 2,700 sq feet Type 41 beer & wine license included 1 one door freezer 1 two door freezer 1 under counter 3 door fridge Walk in fridge 4 42 in TVs 1 110in projector...

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$120,000

$120,000

Thriving and Long Standing 2 Assisted Living business for Sale

Oceanside, CA

Thriving Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE) located in Oceanside, California. This licensed 12-bed facility offers private rooms, excellent care services, and a warm home-like...

$300,000

$300,000

Cash Flow: $475,000

Turn Key Wellness and Day Spa

Redondo Beach, CA

This locally owned and operated spa and wellness business, established in 2002, specializes in pain management and offers a range of services in a relaxing environment. The business provides...

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$169,362

$169,362

Cash Flow: $56,454

EXPRESS CAR WASH + PROPERTY near Major Intersection

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Jurupa Valley, CA

EXPRESS CAR WASH, Built in 2015, Major Intersection, over 49,000 vehicles per day • Prime location, near major intersection, Limonite Ave and Van Buren, with daily traffic over 49,000 vehicles per day...

$2,680,000

$2,680,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Successful Real Estate Photography and Online Property Website Service

Alameda County, CA

Overview: This business is well established with over 15 years in business, and is ready for the real estate market to boom once interest rates start coming down in 2026 and beyond! And with the...

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$550,000

$550,000

Cash Flow: $135,000

Farm-to-Table Produce Subscription | Residential & Commercial Clients

California

This well-established Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) business delivers fresh, seasonal produce to a loyal base of residential and commercial subscribers across Southern California. Built on a...

$1,200,000

$1,200,000

Cash Flow: $400,000

Rocklin’s Trusted Auto Repair Shop: Prime Location & Loyal Customers

Rocklin, CA

Step into ownership of one of Rocklin’s most established and trusted auto repair businesses since 1987 – a Repair Pal Certified, award-winning shop with a strong reputation and loyal customer base....

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$250,000

$250,000

(ON HOLD) National Catering Company NFL & Military Contracts

Novato, CA

SALE ON HOLD, Established Catering Company with NFL, Military, and Opportunity to expand into Healthcare Contracts! Are you an experienced chef or catering professional ready to take your career to...

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$5,500,000

$5,500,000

Cash Flow: $2,234,154

Convenience and Liquor Store

Contra Costa County, CA

Great opportunity to buy established Liquor and convenience store in East bay, Concord near SR 4 and SR 242 exit. Franchised store, would require Franchise approval. The new owner can add more...

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$595,000

$595,000

Cash Flow: $140,000

Electric Bike Touring Luxury E BIKES Rentals at Hotels & Resorts

$25,000 - Newport Beach, CA

$25,000

Newport Beach, CA

30 FedEx Ground Routes, Fresno CA

Fresno County, CA

Profitable and well-established FedEx P&D (pickup and delivery) routes operating out of the Fresno, California station. The routes are strategically arranged for efficient load sharing and fully...

$3,000,000

$3,000,000

Cash Flow: $886,927

Wedding and Event Planning Company For Sale

San Juan Capistrano, CA

The Company is a leader in luxury wedding and event planning, offering highly personalized services and exclusive access to Southern California’s most stunning venues. With a proven, efficient...

$425,000

$425,000

Cash Flow: $183,350

Community Management Company For Sale, San Diego

San Diego County, CA

Community Management Business for Sale – San Diego Area Are you ready to own a thriving community management business with a proven track record? This is a rare opportunity to acquire a...

$750,000

$750,000

Cash Flow: $140,000

Electrical Business - Profitable In Silicon Valley

Milpitas, CA

VERY EASY TO RUN! Electrical price book already built into CRM (2 years to fully complete) For sale is a well-established, licensed Electrical company servicing the greater Bay Area since 2018. With...

$900,000

$900,000

Cash Flow: $420,000

Salad Dressing Manufacturing

Los Angeles County, CA

Small family-owned salad dressing business located in the San Fernando Valley. Established and great potential for growth! Business is turn-key and ready to be taken on by new owners!...

$55,000

$55,000

Disneyland Airbnb Sublease Business For Sale

Orange County, CA

Established short-term rental arbitrage business featuring 10 fully furnished, Disney-themed properties strategically located in Orange County, California. This turnkey operation has been successfully...

$100,000

$100,000

Cash Flow: $400,000

Glassware Branding Business with Established Client Base

Paso Robles, CA

Established Glassware Branding Business with Strong Central Coast Presence This profitable glassware decoration business has served the Central Coast of California since 2011, specializing in custom...

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$70,000

$70,000

Jesse Stopnitzky

Performance Brokerage Services, Inc

Serving Orange County, CA

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Pet Supplies & Dog Bakery – Beloved 18-Yr Biz, Turnkey Retail + Online

Anaheim, CA

For nearly two decades, Jackboy’s Dog Bakery has been Southern California’s trusted destination for healthy, handmade gourmet dog treats. We have been sought out by local news and TV Channels too...

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$175,000

$175,000

Cash Flow: $70,000

Established Boutique Spa with Loyal Clientele and Growth Potential

Sacramento County, CA

Well-established and fully equipped wellness spa located in a high-income area of Northern California. The business has built a loyal customer base over the years and offers a range of services with...

$85,000

$85,000

Design Forward Profitable Wholesale Brand/$519K 24' Rev/173K+ SDE

$190,000 - Los Angeles, CA

$190,000

Los Angeles, CA

Kelly Franko

Elite Collaborative

Established, quaint , modern, space efficient designed hair salon

Mountain View, CA

Since 2016 in busy foot traffic, surrounded by restaurants, bars, coffee shops, tech companies and others in downtown Mountain View. Located in the middle of the Santa Clara county with a population...

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$48,000

$48,000

Gas Station for Sale – 90,000 Gallons/Month + $40K Net!

Alameda County, CA

Ready to step into a proven, profitable business you can run from day one? This high-volume ARCO gas station delivers strong cash flow every month through fuel sales, convenience market, and extra...

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$1,995,000

$1,995,000

Profitable turnkey HCAC business with Real Estate for Sale

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Tuolumne County, CA

Established in 2003, this profitable turnkey HVAC business for sale is a rare opportunity to own and award winner HVAC company with a dominant presence in both residential and commercial markets. With...

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$2,000,000

$2,000,000

EBITDA: $400,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Great Opportunities to Own 2 Dental Labs - Excellent Growth Potentials

Anaheim, CA

Exceptional opportunity to acquire two established dental laboratories operating in a prime Anaheim, Orange County location. Smile Plus Dental Lab and Cube Milling Center represent a unique...

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$1,095,000

$1,095,000

BBQ Restaurant

Escondido, CA

Great Business to own and run. The business is in a shopping center and surrounded by other shopping centers / the business is easy to run and profitable. The business has been open since 1960. This...

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$150,000

$150,000

Carpet, Tile, Upholstery Cleaning

Riverside County, CA

Overview: Turnkey carpet, tile, and upholstery cleaning business with 4+ years of established operations and consistent weekly revenue. The company currently generates $3,000–$5,000 per week with...

$150,000

$150,000

Cash Flow: $50,000

Lodi Pool Service Route for Sale

San Joaquin County, CA

Excellent starter route. Easy pools, overall fast pools to keep maintained. Own your own recession-proof business. Create your own schedule - no evenings or weekends. Work from home or an office....

$31,200

$31,200

Cash Flow: $38,000

Established Togo's Sandwich Franchise Opportunity

Orange County, CA

End-cap Togo’s restaurant available in a well-positioned shopping center, surrounded by a strong customer base in a high-value neighborhood. Togo’s is a trusted regional sandwich brand with more than...

$295,000

$295,000

Cash Flow: $147,813

Fully Equipped Auto Repair Shop with Strong Earnings | Sacramento Area

Sacramento, CA

This well-established automotive repair shop is fully equipped to handle a wide range of vehicle repair and maintenance needs. The facility is outfitted with the tools, equipment, and expertise to...

$1,690,000

$1,690,000

Cash Flow: $661,314

QUIZNOS Sub 20 Years in Business in middle of San Clemente.

San Clemente, CA

ESTABLISHED SANDWICH SHOP - 20 YEARS OF SUCCESS This well-established deli and sandwich shop represents an exceptional opportunity in the heart of San Clemente, Orange County. Operating successfully...

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$145,000

$145,000

PHO PLACE, spacious restaurant specialist in Vietnamese Pho

Anaheim, CA

ESTABLISHED PHO RESTAURANT - PRIME ANAHEIM LOCATION This well-established Vietnamese restaurant has been serving authentic pho and Vietnamese cuisine since 2015, building a loyal customer base over 9...

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$300,000

$300,000

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.