Roseville, CA
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Hot Pot Chinese Restaurant In Roseville
$299,000
Cash Flow: $80,000
Great turnkey Smog Test Only Shop opportunity in Carson, CA!
Carson, CA
The shop sits on a high-traffic cross street with excellent visibility, providing steady walk-in customer potential. While historical financial performance has been impacted by staff turnover, the...
3
$110,000
Cash Flow: $44,000
LGBT+ Bar & Cabaret Opportunity, Palm Springs TYPE 48 ABC
Palm Springs, CA
For Sale: A vibrant, well-established Palm Springs gay cocktail lounge and cabaret-style bar with nightly live performances and entertainment, operating five nights a week. The listing is fully...
$850,000
Online Pet Furniture Store 3k Profit Projections
Los Angeles County, CA
Selling Online Pet Furniture Store with $3k Profit and $10k Revenue Projections Here’s everything you need to know: Scalable Online Pet Furniture Store – A growing business offering stylish and...
$113,990
Turn key Poke Restaurant
Los Angeles, CA
Here’s your chance to own a popular, turnkey business in the heart of North Hollywood! Offering an exciting opportunity for an entrepreneur ready to bring their own vision and fresh ideas to an...
6
$95,988
Profitable Take-N-Bake Pizza Business – Seller Financing Available!
San Leandro, CA
Established in 2011, this recently-remodeled and well-established Papa Murphy’s is situated in a high-traffic shopping center anchored by top retailers like Safeway and CVS Pharmacy. We’ve built a...
$199,000
Cash Flow: $75,456
Established Courier Business in Sacramento with 30 Years of Expertise
West Sacramento, CA
For three decades, our company has been the trusted name in On-Demand courier services for Sacramento's local businesses. Serving major corporations and small businesses alike, we specialize in...
$1,800,000
Great Income / Cashflow on the Central Coast of California
San Luis Obispo County, CA
Established Retail business with locations in San Luis Obispo, Santa Maria and Lompoc (each location about 30 miles apart) Business has been established in the community for over 15 years and has a...
$850,000
Liquor Store & Market, Huge Upside Potential Alameda, California
Alameda, CA
MS Real Estate is thrilled to share an exceptional opportunity to acquire a market and liquor store in one of Alameda, California's most affluent neighborhoods. Established in 2013, this well-managed...
$119,000
Turnkey SUV / Limo Company TCP/Uber SUV
Irvine, CA
45k total + you buy the car or refinance in your name (45k balance on loan) Est 2022**Turnkey LIMO/BLACK SUV White Glove Service. Currently with 1 Black SUV 2023 XL Fully Loaded for Corporate or UBER...
3
$45,000
Cash Flow: $95,000
FranchiseLapels Dry Cleaning
Available Nationwide
The Future of Dry Cleaning!
$125,000
See More Franchises12 Private Salon Suite For Sale 30 Years In Business
Folsom, CA
Established salon business with 12 private suites available for acquisition in prime Folsom, CA location. Operating continuously for 30 years since 1996, this well-established business features two...
$170,000
Cash Flow: $51,098
Children’s Clothing Boutique for Sale – Prime Location + Online Store
Beverly Hills, CA
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a children’s clothing boutique in one of Los Angeles’ most prestigious shopping destinations – Westfield Century City Mall. The sale also includes an established...
$99,000
Cash Flow: $120,000
An Unparalleled Investment Opportunity
$100,000
Sacramento, CA
Rare Opportunity: Well-Loved Dessert Business Up for Grabs!
Concord, CA
Step into ownership of a proven Beard Papa's franchise - the world-famous cream puff brand with over 550 locations worldwide. This Concord location sits right in the heart of Todos Santos Plaza,...
3
$198,000
Halal Meat and Grocery Store
San Joaquin County, CA
-Absentee run well established halal meat and grocery store for sale. -Specializes in high quality halal meats, spices and Middle Eastern products. -Well equipped butcher shop with a loyal customer...
3
$475,000
Cash Flow: $250,000
Yusef Mijalli
Gentile Real Estate
Serving Fresno County, CA
At Gentile Commercial, we specialize in facilitating seamless business transactions for buyers and sellers. With a deep understanding of market trends, valuation, and negotiation, our team is dedicated to helping entrepreneurs transition smoothly, whether buying their first business or selling an established enterprise. We prioritize integrity, confidentiality, and personalized service to ensure each deal is tailored to meet the unique goals of our clients. From small businesses to larger enterprises, we guide our clients every step of the way, maximizing value and ensuring a successful outcome. Your business journey deserves expert support—let us be your trusted partner in navigating the complexities of buying or selling a business.
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Established Flower Shop with Loyal Customers for Sale
Orange, CA
Established Flower Shop in Old Towne Orange Since 1990 – A Blossoming Business Opportunity Step into a thriving, well-loved floral business with a legacy of over three decades in the heart of Old...
5
$120,000
Lake Tahoe Water Company
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Carnelian Bay, CA
Water company servicing 580+ water connections in beautiful Lake Tahoe. The company has been established for 60+ years serving drinking water to the neighborhood. Sale comes with water tanks, artesian...
$2,800,000
San Fernando Valley Pool Service Route for Sale
Los Angeles County, CA
Decades old, seasoned clients on this highly desirable route, many stops located in proximity to each other for maximum efficiency. These are established, choice communities with loyal, long-term...
$108,600
Cash Flow: $117,500
Premium Allstate Agency for Sale – Prime Location & Loyal Client Base
San Jose, CA
Price: $1,450,000 Location: San Jose, CA – Between Willow Glen & Campbell Industry: Insurance – Allstate Franchise Established: 2021 Business Overview: This is a rare opportunity to acquire a...
$1,450,000
Cash Flow: $650,000
Eco-Friendly 30+ years Cleaners with Loyal Customers! (runs itself)
San Diego, CA
Seller motivated and open to offers! This established eco-friendly cleaners, alterations, wash&fold, and laundry service business. They have a dedicated team who can run the business on their own, of...
$360,000
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 FranchisesResidential Service Electrician 400+ 5-star Reviews on Google and Yelp
Santa Rosa, CA
For the right person, this is a turnkey operation with gross revenues of $450K per year, the business can provide a 5-year payback on an investment of $150K down with payments over time for a total...
$265,000
Operational Cannabis Dispensary Business For Sale (Corona, California)
Corona, CA
Fully Operational Cannabis Dispensary Business For Sale W/ Option To Purchase Real Estate (Corona, California) #1585 Take advantage of this rare opportunity to own a fully operational cannabis...
$1,999,000
Established Electric Bike Store - Turnkey High Growth Opportunity
$275,000
San Jose, CA
Security Business, Trained Canine (K9) Detection Service
Stanislaus County, CA
Seller may carry small note or consider reasonable offers. 2025 Update: Business is growing and Owner is Hiring while Actively Selling the Business in preparation for retirement. Having established...
$600,000
Cash Flow: $77,329
Recession Proof Fire Protection Business
San Dimas, CA
Established profitable and growing full service Fire protection business with over 350 active loyal repeating clients, offers steady adequate income stream and even larger growth potential. The...
$300,000
Mission Foods Route For Sale Burbank CA $89,000
Burbank, CA
Mission Foods Route For Sale Burbank CA $89,000 #Ownaroute #Buyaroute #Distributor #Distributorship #IndependentDistributor #MissionRoute #MissionFoodsRoute #Mission #Flatbread #TortillaChips #Wraps...
$89,000
Cash Flow: $72,596
Sushi & Roll Restaurant in Bakersfield, CA
Bakersfield, CA
This established sushi and Japanese restaurant presents an exceptional opportunity in Bakersfield's premier shopping mall location. Operating since 2021, the business generates $1,300,000 in annual...
$399,000
The UPS Store for Sale UPScale LA County $510K Income and $1.2 M Sales
Los Angeles County, CA
This The UPS Store is located in one of the most prestigious and affluent areas in Los Angeles County. The demographics surrounding The UPS Store location are strong with a population of 232,534 and...
$2,199,000
Cash Flow: $510,000
Danville Fully "Turn Key" Cafe / BOBA / Dessert
Danville, CA
Established turnkey dessert cafe and boba shop located in prime Danville location within Trader Joe's shopping center. Uji Time Desserts offers Japanese-inspired desserts in a clean, modern 1,210...
3
$160,000
Prime Location For Flex Car Wash - Currently Express Car Wash
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Palmdale, CA
Prime Location for Flex Car Wash Services – Full-Service & Express Car Wash • The property offers an exceptional opportunity to operate as a Flex Car Wash with both Full Service and Express Car Wash...
$4,990,000
FranchiseNaturals2Go
Available Nationwide
Replace your income, or earn EXTRA INCOME and keep your job. Earn money 24/7 with HEALTHY VENDING.
$30,000
See More FranchisesArden Pool Service Route for Sale
Sacramento County, CA
**30% Seller Financing Available** with 24 month term. Free Brand New Riptide vacuum. Very condensed route that has been optimized over the years. Pools are efficient overall and in great shape. Free...
$139,200
Cash Flow: $156,000
Great location, Well stablished restaurant opportunity, close to Sofi
Inglewood, CA
Profitable restaurant for sale, owner is retiring, located in one of the busiest city in California .very easy to run, the restaurant is very friendly supports a comfortable to dine in or take it...
6
$199,000
Cash Flow: $45,000
Wellness Franchise Group in Riverside/San Bernadino, CA | $2.3M SDE
$11,250,000
Riverside County, CA
Absentee-Run Liquor Store For Sale – Alameda County
Alameda County, CA
This profitable liquor store in Alameda County is a rare absentee-run opportunity, generating nearly $1M in annual sales with minimal day-to-day involvement from ownership. With steady revenue, strong...
$699,000
Pool Service Route - Roseville, CA
Sacramento, CA
JOIN A BILLION DOLLAR INDUSTRY WITH UNLIMITED POTENTIAL! OWN YOUR OWN THRIVING POOL SERVICE ROUTE WITH RECURRING POSITIVE CASH FLOW. Great opportunity to own your own pool service route in upscale...
$84,480
Cash Flow: $86,000
FranchiseAssisted Living Locators
Available in California
Empower Lives with Assisted Living Locators. Thriving Home-Based Referral and Placement Franchise. Discover Lucrative Opportunities for Business Success Today!
$50,000
See More FranchisesSuccessful Dry Cleaning & Laundry Business, Strong Customer Loyalty!
Sacramento County, CA
In 1978, the owners began their dry cleaning and laundry business in Sacramento. After numerous years of operations in the same building in which they started their business, they purchased land and...
$100,000
Cash Flow: $24,422
Owner Absentee Turnkey Postal Business in High Traffic Location
Rancho Mirage, CA
Your one-stop shop for all your postal needs in a highly desirable location with stable revenues and cash flows. This business is 100% owner absentee with a team in place to run the store. The...
$365,424
Cash Flow: $136,582
Thriving Logistics Business with $4,050,000 Million in Annual Revenue
Los Angeles County, CA
Jump into one of the most profitable logistics operations out there and accelerate your entry into the booming trucking industry without the expensive mistakes that often sink new ventures. We’re...
3
$2,000,000
Main Street in Historic Murphys Established Retial store
Murphys, CA
Charming Gift Boutique in the Heart of Historic Murphys, CA. Don't miss this rare opportunity to own a beloved gift shop in one of California's most charming Gold Country towns. Established in 2018,...
6
$139,000
Established Meineke Car Care Franchise For Sale
San Diego, CA
Established Meineke Car Care Franchise for Sale in San Diego, CA This well-established automotive service franchise presents an exceptional investment opportunity in the thriving San Diego market....
4
$200,000
Simon Cho
RedPoint Realty
Serving Orange County, CA
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Established Permanent Makeup Pigment Manufacturing Company
California
For over 30 years, this well-established company has specialized in the production and sale of high-quality permanent makeup pigments for the beauty industry and paramedical applications. Founded in...
6
$700,000
Hot Chicken and SmashBurger Restaurant Mission Valley
San Diego, CA
Hot Chickz is a popular and thriving hot chicken restaurant located in the heart of Mission Valley, California. Renowned for its mouthwatering, crispy, and flavorful chicken, Hot Chickz has become a...
6
$350,000
Cash Flow: $750,000
Salon & Spa
$150,000
Santa Clara County, CA
Established Video Surveillance & Alarm Company
Riverside, CA
The Business was established in 1993 and incorporated in 2007. This business has an excellent reputation; offering CCTV, Burglar Alarm, Access Control and Data cabling services. It has earned trust of...
$699,000
Cash Flow: $197,000
LA County Residential & Commercial Plumbing Company – $1.3M Rev/$516K
Los Angeles County, CA
Los Angeles County residential & commercial plumbing service company with $1.3 million in revenue $516,175 Discretionary Earnings is available for acquisition. Generating strong, consistent revenue...
$1,600,000
Cash Flow: $570,187
FranchiseBuilding Kidz
Available in California
Building Kidz is one of the leaders in Preschool franchising today! Why? A lower investment, commitment to giving back to the communities it operates in, the highest EBITDA margins in the industry, and impacting children around the globe are just a few reasons.
$100,000
See More FranchisesGood Vibes Sound Bath
Palm Springs, CA
Established in 2023, Good Vibes Sound Bath offers premier floating sound bath events. With a global reach and attendees traveling worldwide for this unique and transformative experience, Good Vibes...
$175,000
Cash Flow: $73,251
Sacramento Pool Service Route for Sale
Sacramento County, CA
Great income producing route. Strong payment histories on this seasoned route. Accounts are well distributed with each day in desirable regions. Pools are easy to maintain. Own your own...
$103,200
Cash Flow: $128,000
High-Traffic Boba + Coffee Shop in Historic Orange Circle – Turnkey!
Orange, CA
Established boba and coffee shop in the heart of Historic Orange Circle offering a rare turnkey opportunity in one of Orange County's most desirable locations. This thriving business benefits from...
$250,000
Dry Cleaners
Riverside, CA
Don’t miss this excellent opportunity to own a well-established, full-service dry cleaning business in a high-visibility shopping center in Riverside. This business has been operating successfully for...
$160,000
PS Air & Bouschet Wine shop 47, 21 & 58 Liquor Licenses
Palm Springs, CA
First, step aboard Ps Air, an aviation-themed nightclub that captures the spirit of flight with a unique speakeasy vibe. This popular venue offers a delightful dining experience paired with specialty...
$650,000
Established Mail Center with PO Boxes
Los Angeles, CA
This business is a trusted, go-to resource in the community, offering a full suite of services including PO boxes, virtual mail, shipping with major carriers, Live Scan fingerprinting, passport...
$210,000
Cash Flow: $200,000
Mexican restaurant/ fruit bar
Norco, CA
Very Clean and Cute Mexican Restaurant ready for new owners, Nice and very busy center right off the freeway Landlord approval required. 20+ seats not including outside seat, Sale is confidential...
4
$150,000
WaBa Grill for sale! HIGH VOLUME SALES
Orange County, CA
*can change concept! Opportunity knocks with this well-established Waba Grill restaurant located in the heart of Orange County, California! This thriving business has built a loyal customer base for...
4
$229,000
Cash Flow: $148,000
Stretch Lab Franchise in the Heart of San Diego, CA
San Diego, CA
Own a profitable Stretch Lab franchise in one of San Diego’s most health-conscious neighborhoods. This is a proven, revenue-generating business with a loyal membership base and massive growth...
3
$140,000
Cash Flow: $76,800
FranchiseCollege Hunks Hauling Junk and Moving
Available in California
College HUNKS Hauling Junk & Moving® offers a world-class franchise opportunity where you can be in business for yourself, but not by yourself while making a difference in your community!
$75,000
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.
