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...
Businesses For Sale in California
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Profitable Northern California Kettle Corn Business For Sale
$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
Cash Flow: $20,000
Smoke shop
Modesto, CA
Business next to Starbucks this is the best place...
2
$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...
5
$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
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...
2
$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
Cash Flow: $261,937
Ovary 15 Year Amazon VC account for sale
Duarte, CA
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3
$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...
6
$98,000
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...
4
$120,000
FranchiseThe Little Gym Child Fitness
Available Nationwide
The Little Gym is the world’s premier enrichment and physical development center for children ages 4 months to 12 years. Backed by decades of success and a globally recognized brand, The Little Gym franchise empowers owners to help kids build confidence, motor skills, and social-emotional strength through movement-based learning and gymnastics. With a loyal customer base, multiple revenue streams, and comprehensive support, franchisees are well-equipped to grow a meaningful business that positively impacts lives.
$100,000
See More FranchisesThriving 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
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...
6
$169,362
Cash Flow: $56,454
Electric Bike Touring Luxury E BIKES Rentals at Hotels & Resorts
$25,000
Newport Beach, CA
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
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...
6
$550,000
Cash Flow: $135,000
John Hawke
SpringBoard Pool Route Brokers
Serving Sacramento County, CA
Pool Service Industry Experts Specializing in Pool Route Sales. Buy through SpringBoard PRB We specialize in selling pool service accounts and we are excellent at what we do. We have experience that counts. We are a Licensed Broker firm and are more than qualified to answer any questions and assist you with the purchase of a pool service route. We offer unlimited consulting support after the sale. We give you the Pool Business in a Box – FREE. Sell Through SpringBoard PRB We help you evaluate the accounts you are selling to get you what they are worth. Our proven internet and print media marketing campaign will give you a fast and easy sale of your pool route accounts. We have experience that counts. We are a Licensed Broker and have held a C61 Pool & Spa Contractors license. We are more than qualified to answer any questions you have about the sale of your route. We pre-qualify all potential buyers. We contact and qualify every potential buyer. We verify that the buyer has the funds and the desire to purchase. We only work with Cash Buyers. We never ask you for any upfront fees. We earn our commission by only getting paid after your pool route sale closes. We handle the escrow process to ensure a smooth transaction. We provide the appropriate paperwork to complete the sales transaction. Confidentiality is our priority. Your name and contact information are not known until you disclose it to the qualified buyer. We are a neutral third party that will help with any disputes between the buyer and seller.
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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
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....
2
$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...
3
$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...
5
$595,000
Cash Flow: $140,000
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
Cash Flow: $886,927
FranchiseSchool of Rock
Available in California
Join the top music education franchise in the world.
$150,000
See More FranchisesWedding 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
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
Cash Flow: $140,000
Design Forward Profitable Wholesale Brand/$519K 24' Rev/173K+ SDE
$190,000
Los Angeles, CA
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
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
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
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...
6
$70,000
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...
6
$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
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...
2
$48,000
FranchiseExit Factor
Available in California
Exit Factor is a business coaching franchise that focuses on coaching small to medium sized companies on how to build a valuable and sellable business.
$60,000
See More FranchisesGas 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...
3
$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...
2
$2,000,000
EBITDA: $400,000
California Staging Co. - Transform Your Space, Maximize Your Value
$40,000
Oakland, CA
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...
6
$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...
6
$150,000
FranchiseHomeVestors
Available Nationwide
Come explore how the nationally recognized "We Buy Ugly Houses" brand can turn your passion for house flipping into a business that you'll love!
$80,000
See More FranchisesCarpet, 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
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
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
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
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...
2
$145,000
Brian Serina
Brian K Serina, Broker
Serving Sacramento County, CA
I am involved in the Sale & Leasing of restaurants and restaurant related businesses and property. We just completed the sale of a pizza restaurant and the commercial lease for a liquor store. Currently seeking space for a 10k to 20k sf fun center for kids.
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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...
3
$300,000
Profitable Kids Party & Play Franchise – Strong Orange County Location
Orange, CA
An exciting opportunity to acquire a top-rated indoor children’s playground and birthday party venue in Orange County. With steady monthly revenue and a loyal customer base, this business combines...
$600,000
Real Estate(Land & Building) - Discount and Liquidation Business
$900,000
Riverside County, CA
Trendy San Francisco Café for Sale — Established & Popular!
San Francisco, CA
Available now is a beautifully built-out restaurant specializing in modern Korean street toasts and creative brunch fare. Located in a high-traffic San Francisco neighborhood, this concept attracts a...
6
$159,000
Fully Autonomous Business for Sale – E-2 Visa Qualified.
Rancho Cordova, CA
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a fully operational, highly profitable, and owner-independent auto repair and body shop located in Rancho Cordova, CA. The business operates out of a 12,000 sq ft...
2
$650,000
Cash Flow: $250,000
FranchiseSYNERGY HomeCare
Available in California
The average annual gross sales for a SYNERGY HomeCare multi-territory franchise operation in business for over 1 year is $2,094,637. $2,094,637 is the average 2024 gross sales of 121 multi-territory businesses (392 territories) that have been in operation for over 1 year and in operation for all of 2024. 41 of these businesses (34%) met or exceeded the average gross sales. There is no assurance, however, that you will do as well. See item 19 of our Franchise Disclosure Document.
$50,000
See More FranchisesHigh-End Residential Pool Construction Business
Ventura County, CA
Buyer Requirement: Buyer must hold a valid C-53 Swimming Pool Contractor license in California or qualify for one. Profitable Ventura County Pool Construction Business – Luxury Residential Projects...
$1,200,000
Cash Flow: $362,047
Busy Pet Feed/Grooming Business
Yucaipa, CA
Succesful Pet Supply/Grooming business available in Yucaipa, CA. Great income. Established with great clientele. Comes with everything need to operate the business. Clean building on a busy street...
6
$350,000
Cash Flow: $120,000
Blooms & Treasures: Gifts and Flowers for Every Occasion!
Monrovia, CA
A rare opportunity awaits to own a prestigious and well-established floral business with over a decade of success and a sterling reputation. This flower shop has cultivated a loyal clientele and...
6
$67,000
Franchise Gym for Sale- Great Location & Growth Potential - Placer Co
Placer County, CA
Elevate your health and wellness at this group fitness facility, where they focus on helping you achieve your overall well-being goals. In addition to their dynamic, tailored workouts designed for all...
$49,000
Turnkey Ice Cream & Frozen Dessert Vending Machine Route for Sale
California
Step into the profitable world of ice cream and frozen dessert vending with this well-established, home-based operation. With just a few hours of work per week, you can generate income from...
$15,000
Boba Tea Shop in Rancho Cucamonga
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
Established Boba Tea Shop in Rancho Cucamonga This boba tea shop, operating since 2018, presents an excellent opportunity for a buyer seeking to open a boba shop that is already built out with...
6
$89,000
Turnkey Two-Facility ICF (Business Only) **Sale Pending**
Kern County, CA
Key Investment Highlights • Proven Financial Performance • 2024–2025 revenue: $1.65M (combined facilities) • Adjusted Net Operating Income: $360K with add-backs • Strong Census Stability • Average...
$1,150,000
Cash Flow: $360,000
Car Wash + Real Estate + Upstairs Office, Oil & Lube Center
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Apple Valley, CA
• PRIME LOCATION, BEAR VALLEY RD, APPLE VALLEY - CA • Car Wash located on major Highway, built in 2007 and remodeled in 2024 • Offers multiple profit centers with many other possibilities • Ideal...
$2,890,000
Multi-Location Car Rental Franchise Business - Prime Markets!
California
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a well-established, multi-location car rental franchise business operating under two recognized and complementary brands. Strategically located at three...
Not Disclosed
EBITDA: $7,210,000
FranchiseWindow Genie
Available Nationwide
Window Genie, a Neighborly company, is the nation's leading window cleaning and pressure washing franchise. With us, you'll open your window to a brighter future!
$50,000
See More FranchisesBuy 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.
