San Diego County, CA
This thriving superfood café offers a menu packed with allergy-friendly options, carefully prepared to avoid cross-contact with common allergens. Signature açaí bowls are crafted with no ice,...
Businesses For Sale in California
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CA-Fresh Superfood Bowls and Smoothies
$220,000
Cash Flow: $87,000
Turnkey Business Opportunity
West Covina, CA
Established restaurant business located in West Covina, California, offering an immediate turnkey opportunity in a prime high-traffic location with excellent visibility. This fully operational...
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$200,000
Cash Flow: $4,000
TruBlue Franchise with Local Trust & Traction
Upland, CA
Buy This Franchise for 50% Off – Only $25,000! Own a TruBlue Home Service franchise at half the usual cost! This is a rare chance to step into ownership for just $25,000. Opportunities like this don’t...
$25,000
Rapidly Growing CPA Firm with 40+% Cash Flow in Central California!
California
* Both young owners are willing to stay on for the right situation. One wants to continue working in the business. * Premium Fees $2,343 for business return and $1,200+ for individual returns (half...
$3,750,000
Profitable Entertainment Booking Marketplace: Remote, Scalable
San Diego, CA
Reviewing all LOIs by the 10/14 offer deadline. *SBA qualified but cash buyers will be prioritized. **SBA-funded LOIs (offers) will not be exclusive until full underwriting approval. Founded in 2014,...
$195,000
Cash Flow: $62,380
2 Very Profitable Pizza Franchises for sale! Owner Nets $265,993!
Stockton, CA
*These are well established locations. Gross sales were $1,325,619 for 2024. *Adj. Net income for 2024 was $265,993 *Hours are 10-9. Simple operations. Takeout Only. No alcohol or dine in area. No...
$899,000
Cash Flow: $265,993
Incredible fully remodeled liquor Store
Barstow, CA
Don’t miss out on this **ABSENTEE-OWNER RUN** liquor store, ** completely remodeled from top to bottom** with a modern, clean look that’s already boosting sales!...
$499,999
Photography Studio w/ Strong ROI – Loyal Client Base & Seasonal Events
Redding, CA
Essence Photography has been the highest-volume studio in Shasta County for over 16 years, serving more than 5,000 loyal clients. We are the only full-service indoor studio of this caliber in the...
2
$110,000
Cash Flow: $75,243
Highly Sought After Restaurant on Brand Blvd in Glendale
Glendale, CA
Established in 1991, El Morfi Grill represents a rare opportunity to acquire a beloved dining destination with over three decades of recognition in Glendale's vibrant Brand Boulevard corridor. This...
5
$275,000
Tattoo shop for sale
Los Angeles, CA
Tattoo Studio – Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles Profitable, fully licensed tattoo studio with strong reputation. Prime Sunset Blvd location 8 established artists Modern, fully equipped space Loyal client...
$100,000
Cash Flow: $50,000
FranchiseIV Nutrition
Available Nationwide
Refresh. Restore. Renew. With an IV Nutrition Franchise! Fast. Effective. Safe. IV Nutrient Infusions for Whole Body Health!
$150,000
See More FranchisesFOR SALE: Profitable, Fully Operational Escape Room in Prime SoCal Loc
Orange, CA
--- Step into ownership of a **highly profitable, turnkey escape room business** in the heart of Orange County, California. IMMERSION ESCAPE ROOMS dba ENTANGLED is a well-established, 8-year-old...
$525,000
Cash Flow: $190,000
Reduced - Established Fitness Business In Downtown Long Beach CA!
Long Beach, CA
This flagship location is fully updated with the latest brand features and proprietary technology. New owners will have no buildout, real estate, or staffing challenges to navigate—saving hundreds of...
6
$125,000
Profit Making Franchisee Sale Pending
$449,000
San Clemente, CA
Thriving Plumbing Service & Bathroom Remodel Business
San Diego County, CA
Step into ownership of a well-established plumbing service and bathroom remodel business that has been serving San Diego County since 2009. Known for reliability and quality work, this business has...
$299,000
Cash Flow: $205,170
Amazing Family Medical Practice with 43.5% EBITDA Margins
Orange County, CA
A well-established cardiovascular medical practice has operated for over 30 years in Southern California. It specializes in internal medicine, advanced diagnostic cardiology, and Enhanced External...
$4,874,708
Cash Flow: $1,497,044
Haik Bokhchalian
JohnHart Commercial
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
JohnHart has established a reputation for excellence in customer service, innovative technology, and comprehensive market insights. Mission: Our mission is to empower our clients to achieve their financial goals by offering tailored investment strategies and unparalleled support. We believe in building long-term relationships based on trust, transparency, and mutual success. Wealth Management: Personalized investment strategies and portfolio management services designed to grow and protect wealth. Research and Insights: In-depth market analysis and research reports that equip our clients with the information they need to make informed decisions. Educational Resources: A commitment to client education through workshops, webinars, and one-on-one consultations. Technology: Our cutting-edge trading platform combines user-friendly design with powerful analytical tools, ensuring that our clients have access to the resources they need to navigate today’s complex financial markets. We continuously invest in technology to enhance user experience and improve transaction efficiency. Community Engagement: We believe in giving back to the community. Through various philanthropic initiatives and partnerships, we support local organizations and strive to make a positive impact on society.
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Established Medicare-Accredited Durable Medical Equipment Business
California
Established Medicare-Accredited Durable Medical Equipment Business – Southern California This well-established Durable Medical Equipment (DME) company has been successfully operating for over six...
4
$420,000
Independent Pizza Restaurant – Santa Clara County – Established 20+ Yr
Santa Clara County, CA
Here’s your chance to own a well-established, independently owned pizza restaurant located in one of Santa Clara County’s busiest intersections, surrounded by high-traffic shopping centers, food...
$599,000
3 Bay Area Locations (Pkg Deal)Established & Growing Pizza Franchise
Santa Clara County, CA
Established & Growing Pizza Franchise – 3 Bay Area Locations (Package Deal) This is a unique opportunity to acquire three operating locations of a popular and fast-growing pizza franchise brand,...
$3,385,000
Well-Established RV Repair Shop in CA - Strong Reputation
Sonoma County, CA
Exceptional investment opportunity with a highly respected RV collision repair business located in Sonoma County, California. Established in 2010, this well-established shop specializes in...
$125,000
Cash Flow: $66,007
Local Laundry for Sale!
Los Angeles, CA
Well-established laundry business offering both regular laundry services and specialized horse blanket cleaning. Known for quality service and reliability, this business serves a loyal customer base...
$225,000
FranchiseTechy
Available Nationwide
Exciting Opportunity Alert! No experience needed! Join the TECHY electronics repair franchise and kickstart your entrepreneurial journey hassle-free. Techy, partnered with retail giant, Walmart, leads the electronic repairs and sales industry. Benefit from professional training and support to ensure your success. Plus, with our unique TECHY CAFE concept, combine the power of electronics and coffee in one dynamic location! Join our global family now located in 27 States and 11 Countries - inquire now!
$15,000
See More FranchisesPine Cove Marina!
Lewiston, CA
This Marina sits on the beautiful Lewiston Lake. Lewiston Lake is a fishing lake that attracts the serious fly fisherman to families looking for summer fun. With a max speed of 10 miles per hour, this...
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$239,000
Zen’s Tea House Norwalk Cafe established 2019
Norwalk, CA
Zen’s Tea House, a well-known name in the Southern California tea industry, is offering its Norwalk location for acquisition. This thriving Cafe / Retail space is an ideal opportunity for...
5
$99,999
Cash Flow: $120,000
Turnkey Salon & Retail Business – Established, Inventory-Rich, Priced
$149,730
Chico, CA
Established California Trucking Company
San Mateo County, CA
Transworld Business Advisors San Francisco Cynthia Randall DRE # 01421980 With over 30 years of experience, this turnkey freight trucking company is dedicated to providing reliable and efficient...
$575,000
Cash Flow: $91,833
High-End Home Design Business in Coastal California
Monterey County, CA
An exceptional opportunity exists to acquire a highly profitable and well-established home design and product sales company located in an affluent coastal region of California. The owners are seeking...
$1,997,000
Cash Flow: $735,000
Thriving French Bistro For Sale
Rolling Hills Estates, CA
After more than 7 successful years operating Creme de la crepe -Rolling Hills , I'm ready to retire and to pass this thriving business to its next owner. This charming French bistro & crêperie is...
6
$375,000
Cash Flow: $80,000
Highly Desirable Location Liquor Store for Sale
Santa Clara County, CA
One of the highly rated store in the prime area with plenty of parking, foot traffic, making it a go-to destination for local residential & corporate customers looking for Craft Beer, Wine, Hard to...
$800,000
Cash Flow: $302,360
Top Ranking Weight Loss, Body Contouring and Aesthetics Med Spa
San Jose, CA
Established Weight Loss, Body Contouring and Aesthetics Med Spa Established in 1990 and owned since 2004, this highly regarded weight loss clinic and medical spa has become a trusted destination in...
5
$590,000
Cash Flow: $365,000
Established RV Rental Company with Real Estate – Los Angeles, CA
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Los Angeles, CA
Established RV Rental Company with Real Estate – Los Angeles, CA This profitable RV rental business offers a rare opportunity to acquire both an operating company and valuable real estate in one of...
2
$1,500,000
LA Catering Business with Scalable Kitchen & Strong Client Base
Los Angeles County, CA
This sale is paused as we update our financials. It will be re-posted shortly....
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$400,000
FranchiseDrybar
Available in California
$826K+ AUV* Own a Trend-Setting Drybar Franchise in the Fast-Growing $60+ Billion Beauty Industry. Chic, Modern, with a proven business model!
$250,000
See More FranchisesTurn-Key 10 Years Profitable Boba & Coffee Shop
San Luis Obispo, CA
Consider this opportunity to own a profitable, turnkey boba and coffee shop that offers a wide range of boba milk tea, coffee options, delectable Asian snacks, and welcoming space for customer to...
$320,000
Cash Flow: $180,000
Profitable Multi-Unit QSR Franchise Portfolio in LA County
Los Angeles, CA
An exceptional opportunity to acquire a profitable multi-unit QSR franchise portfolio is now available in prime Los Angeles County locations, 10(Ten) QSR units boasting 2024 earnings of approximately...
$3,500,000
Cash Flow: $951,657
Great Hemet Commercial Pool Route
$79,800
Hemet, CA
Established Postal & Shipping Center
Chino, CA
Fully established and profitable business located in Chino, CA. This store has been developed into a complete one-stop solution for shipping, mailbox rentals, business services, and financial...
$225,000
Cash Flow: $128,000
Established Insurance Agency for Sale in Stanton
Stanton, CA
Established Farmers Insurance Agency – Stanton, CA | Well-Established | Turnkey Opportunity Business Overview Take advantage of a rare opportunity to acquire a profitable, long-standing Farmers...
$120,000
Cash Flow: $79,000
FranchisePaintEZ
Available Nationwide
Highly scalable franchise model with low overhead, quick startup, outstanding support, and a proven business model.
$25,000
See More FranchisesDietary Supplement Ingredients Distr & Wholesaler - Inland Empire
San Bernardino County, CA
Well-established B2B dietary supplement ingredients distribution company has been successfully operating in the inland empire area for over 15 years. It offers high quality dietary supplement...
$690,000
Cash Flow: $217,000
Successful turn-key retail nursery with land in Oakland Hills
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Oakland, CA
After many successful years, we are offering Yarrow Nursery for sale as we prepare to relocate overseas. We have had a wonderful journey thanks to the supportive Montclair neighborhood and our sweet...
5
$2,499,000
Cash Flow: $200,000
Custom Window Coverings Contractor -22 Yrs in Business in WSGV
Los Angeles County, CA
Established in 2003, this licensed, bonded, and insured specialty contractor has been a trusted provider of high-quality custom window treatments for over two decades. Serving the West San Gabriel...
$130,000
San Diego Based Tree Service Business Now Available!
San Diego, CA
Seize the chance to own a successful tree service business with a loyal customer base! This reputable company excels in pruning, shaping, and maintenance, known for its commitment to quality and...
$200,000
Cash Flow: $77,567
Mission Foods Route For Sale Escondido CA $99,000
Escondido, CA
Mission Foods Route For Sale Escondido CA $99,000 #Ownaroute #Buyaroute #Distributor #Distributorship #IndependentDistributor #MissionRoute #MissionFoodsRoute #Mission #Flatbread #TortillaChips #Wraps...
$99,000
Cash Flow: $94,449
Tim Gunsten
The Exit Company
Serving San Diego County, CA
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Modern Vending Business
Los Angeles, CA
Vending machine business offers an opportunity for buyers seeking semi-passive income. The business consists of a network of well-maintained, contemporary machines supplying snacks, drinks, and...
$178,500
Cash Flow: $153,000
Very Profitable Mexican Restaurant – Roseville/Rocklin Area
Placer County, CA
We are pleased to offer this turnkey opportunity to own a thriving, established Mexican restaurant in one of Placer County’s most desirable cities. This profitable restaurant is known for its...
$899,000
Cash Flow: $359,259
Established & Profitable AUTO BODY SHOP in VAN NUYS
$475,000
Van Nuys, CA
#1 Restoration Franchise – $290K SDE & Huge Growth Opportunity
Thousand Oaks, CA
Rare opportunity to acquire a respected and recession-resistant emergency restoration franchise in the Ventura County region. With exclusive contracts, a full fleet of equipment and vehicles, and a...
$600,000
Cash Flow: $289,000
Closet Design, Build & Install
California
This company specializes in solving the frustrations of poorly designed or generic storage spaces. From closets and garages to custom cabinetry, we provide fully tailored, high-end solutions that...
$570,000
Cash Flow: $194,136
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 FranchisesMotorcycle and car dealership and motorcycle repair on the 101
Oceanside, CA
A super opportunity to own a well established motorcycle sales and parts and repair business which also sells preowned cars and trucks this shop has a sales Area A workshop as well as a ample spaces...
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$150,000
Cannabis Dispensary in NoHo - Closest to Burbank Airport - For Sale
Los Angeles, CA
Own & Operate, or Let Us Manage It for You! Take control of this prime retail dispensary, or leave the day-to-day operations to our expert management team for a hassle-free experience. We own and...
$149,999
Cash Flow: $123,000
Profitable iPhone Repair Shop – $80K+ Cash Flow – Priced to Sell
Long Beach, CA
ACE Tech – Established Electronics Repair Business in Long Beach, CA For sale is a well-established electronics repair business located in Long Beach, California. ACE Tech has built a strong...
3
$145,000
Cash Flow: $77,800
Trendy Boba & Dessert Shop – Prime Location – Turnkey Opportunity
San Diego, CA
Step into this beautifully built-out boba and dessert shop located in a high-traffic shopping center with excellent visibility and parking. The store is fully equipped with modern fixtures, a...
$300,000
Profitable and established Smoke Shop for sale in prime location
Riverside County, CA
Located in a prime location within a golf cart community and next to a bar. Excellent retail layout with a walk in humidor. Unbeatable opportunity to come into an existing thriving business! This is...
$395,000
Established Fast Growing Medical Spa For Sale
Temecula, CA
******Please be aware that this is a medical facility and would require the new owner to hold a medical license or have a medical director on staff that must own at-least 51% of the business*****...
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$480,000
EBITDA: $510,000
Yucca Valley Pool Service Route for Sale
San Bernardino County, CA
Tight route with Solid rates makes this a profitable efficient route. Excellent route with room and opportunity to grow rapidly. Appreciative customers. Additional Service calls add another 5-7k month...
$216,000
Cash Flow: $224,000
Mountain Mike's CA - California Coast - Multi-Unit
California
Mountain Mike’s Pizza | Franchise for Sale Asking Price: $2,500,000 Here’s your chance to own two established Mountain Mike’s Pizza franchise locations in highly desirable coastal communities in...
$2,500,000
Cash Flow: $692,484
[REDUCED PRICE] The Largest Smoke & Vape Shop in The South Bay
Torrance, CA
An outstanding opportunity to acquire a top-rated, profitable, long-standing vape and smoke retail store in Torrance, CA. This Smoke Shop is the trendiest in the South Bay with its elegant custom...
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$390,000
EBITDA: $580,000
FranchiseThe Lash Lounge
Available in California
With $925k in Top Quartile Average Annual Sales, The Lash Lounge redefines beauty with premier lash services and a commitment to guest satisfaction.
$200,000
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.
