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...
Businesses For Sale in California
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Residential Service Electrician 400+ 5-star Reviews on Google and Yelp
$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
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
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
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
FranchiseAesthetic Development Group
Available Nationwide
Aesthetic Development Group is an affordable, turnkey business opportunity, offering body contouring and facial rejuvenation service lines to both new and established practices.
$13,500
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
Hot Nightclub PRIME Gaslamp Location! State of the Art Buildout!
$1,500,000
San Diego, CA
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
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Accel Business Advisors
Serving Alameda County, CA
We are a team of seasoned business brokers passionate about helping business owners and investors in business transactions. Our brokers operate less like salespeople and more closely to wedding planners; We will get to know your needs, show you what it will take to get there, and make sure that things are going according to plan the entire way. Our team of brokers has extensive experience and training working with a wide variety of business listings and performing valuations. Your business showcases your hard work and dedication; it deserves the highest level of professionalism that will lead you to a successful closing. All of our team members have had previous experience owning their own business and understand that placing your business for sale can be a stressful time. Through our rigorous training programs, our brokers have learned how to find the right buyer for your business and how to make the closing process run smoothly.
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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
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
Good 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
FranchiseDryer Vent Wizard
Available Nationwide
Dryer Vent Wizard, a Neighborly company, is the nation's leading dryer vent cleaning and repair services franchise that capitalizes on a niche industry.
$50,000
See More FranchisesHigh-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
Easy-Run Coin & Collectibles Store, Fully Remote
$172,300
Orange County, CA
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
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
Advanced Powder Coating
Palm Desert, CA
This Powder Coating, Sandblasting, and Chemical Stripping business for sale in Palm Desert presents an exciting opportunity for entrepreneurs in the surface preparation and finishing industry. With a...
$350,000
Cash Flow: $100,000
Established Adult Day Health Care – Licensed for 125 Participants
Los Angeles County, CA
Exceptional opportunity to acquire a long-standing Adult Day Health Care (ADHC) facility in Los Angeles County’s San Gabriel Valley area. Capacity & Licensing: Licensed for up to 125 participants,...
$1,300,000
Part-Time Business | Established San Mateo San Fran Territory
San Francisco, CA
This home-based Treasure Tower Rewards Program operates under a nationally recognized brand, serving a protected territory across San Mateo & San Fran and surrounding counties. The business offers a...
3
$39,980
Part-Time Business | Established Santa Clara County Accounts
San Jose, CA
This home-based Treasure Tower Rewards Program operates under a nationally recognized brand, serving a protected territory across Santa Clara County. The business offers a proven motivation and...
3
$22,140
FranchiseBlue Kangaroo PACKOUTZ
Available Nationwide
Blue Kangaroo Packoutz is a rapidly growing contents cleaning and restoration franchise, emerging as a leader in a niche market nationwide.
$150,000
See More FranchisesSemi-Absentee Auto A/C & Radiator Shop
Shasta County, CA
This established and profitable business specializes in automotive cooling and air conditioning parts distribution. Operating under a well-known national brand, the business boasts a robust inventory...
$385,000
Cash Flow: $129,899
Profitable Trade Show Booth Fabrication Company – $3M+ Annual Revenue
Ontario, CA
This well-established trade show booth fabrication and event setup company is strategically located in Ontario, California – a prime hub for West Coast logistics and major trade show destinations....
6
$800,000
Profitable Print, Promotional & Marketing Business for Sale
$140,000
San Diego County, CA
San Francisco Downtown Dental Office
San Francisco, CA
Great location modern Dental office...
6
$395,000
Cash Flow: $480,000
Profitable Health Supplement Franchise
Orange County, CA
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a profitable, well-established CheongKwanJang franchise store, a globally recognized leader in premium Korean red ginseng and health supplements. Operating for...
2
$950,000
Cash Flow: $260,000
FranchiseChocolate Bash
Available in California
The Chocolate Bash brand is beckoning entrepreneurial hopefuls who want a business with reasonable overhead, affordable start-up costs, impressive ROI, and sprawling market applicability.
$50,000
See More FranchisesVibrant Cocktail Bar – Great Reputation – Absentee Owner!
Hayward, CA
Rare opportunity to own a profitable and well-loved cocktail bar in a high-traffic East Bay location. With strong brand recognition, loyal clientele, and streamlined operations, this bar is a turnkey...
$275,000
Cash Flow: $146,753
Thriving Franchise Sports Bar – $195k SDE & Brand New Equipment!
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
Rare opportunity to acquire a well-established, family-friendly bar and grill franchise in a truly desirable area of Rancho Cucamonga. With $1.8M in annual sales and a full liquor license, this...
$395,000
Cash Flow: $195,991
Profitable Spice Blending Biz with Equipment & Clients – Owner Ret.
Hollister, CA
Established Wholesale Spice Blending & Packaging Company – Turnkey Operation with Loyal Clients and Growth Potential Spices Unlimited Inc., located in Hollister, CA, is a long-standing wholesale...
4
$249,000
Cash Flow: $55,000
Specialized Organic Meal Delivery Focused on Post-Birth Recovery
Marin County, CA
This enterprise has carved out a unique place in the maternal wellness space by offering organic, nutrition-packed meals specifically crafted for the postpartum phase. Established by a duo with...
$585,000
Cash Flow: $170,000
Commercial Construction Company with Explosive Growth
Shasta County, CA
Established in 1996, this well-respected commercial construction company has built a rock-solid reputation for quality, reliability, and professionalism across Northern California. With nearly three...
$1,795,000
Cash Flow: $313,027
National Pool Route Sales Lic RE Broker CA#01899885 FL#BK33740409
National Pool Route Sales, LLC
Serving Orange County, CA
National Pool Route Sales is the largest and one of the most successful swimming pool service company brokers in the United States. Our 40 years of experience gives us the ability to help beyond the purchase. Our clients enjoy success because of our free consulting and aftermarket care. Almost every client who purchases through our company receives: free consulting through Charles Baird Consulting, access to a world-class industry education website and numerous other business and marketing aids. Our aftermarket care is invaluable and cannot be duplicated. Others may promise, we deliver.
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Fully Operating Laundromat - Business Opportunity
Compton, CA
Fully operating large laundromat with 33 washers and 26 dryers (13 sets). Waterless water heaters. New card reading system with security wall and new coin change machine for coin operating options. 2...
$250,000
Cash Flow: $60,000
Powder Coating Business
Los Angeles County, CA
This is a well-established and consistently profitable industrial powder coating and sandblasting company with over 25 years of operational history and a strong presence in Southern California. The...
Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $320,000
Electric Bike Touring Luxury E BIKES Rentals at Hotels & Resorts
$25,000
Newport Beach, CA
Canvas Manufacturing Business
Tehama County, CA
This well-established canvas manufacturing business has been serving the community for decades, offering a wide range of high-quality products and services. Specializing in manufacturing custom canvas...
$65,000
Cash Flow: $26,270
Mission Foods Route For Sale Santa Rosa CA $179,000
Santa Rosa, CA
Mission Foods Route For Sale Santa Rosa CA $179,000 #Ownaroute #Buyaroute #Distributor #Distributorship #IndependentDistributor #MissionRoute #MissionFoodsRoute #Mission #Flatbread #TortillaChips...
$179,000
Cash Flow: $123,469
FranchiseWoof Gang Bakery & Grooming
Available in California
Average store sales are $665K/year with low investment gives you among the best returns in franchising. With over 200 stores, we are the leading grooming and retail concept in America.
$75,000
See More FranchisesMarket Sushi Franchise In Riverside County
Riverside County, CA
Immediately to the right at the entrance of the Supermarket. Busy market with heavy foot traffic daily and excellent visibility. Business Highlights: *Gross Sales: $30,000/month *Net Income:...
$85,000
Cash Flow: $129,600
Indio Spa & Boutique
Indio, CA
Beautiful Indio Spa & Boutique is a full-service spa located within Worldmark Resort a major resort property, with approximately 500 suites. This Spa offers a luxurious experience to its established...
$295,000
Cash Flow: $95,438
Dog Training and Boarding - Well established
El Cajon, CA
Specialized in Dog Training (90%) and Boarding. Established in 2015....
$450,000
Cash Flow: $230,000
Aamco Center with Assumable SBA loan
Orange County, CA
Established Location – in Los Angeles County Fully Equipped & Staffed – Turnkey operation Strong Gross Sales – Immediate cash flow SBA Loan Assumption – Only ~3% interest, low-down and monthly payment...
$30,000
Cash Flow: $100,000
Electrical Contracting Business with Established Clientele CA
Arcadia, CA
This well-established electrical contracting business has been serving the community for many years with a strong reputation for quality and reliability. It comes fully equipped and ready for a new...
$500,000
Cash Flow: $44,125
Established Sonoma County Landscape Maintenance Business
Santa Rosa, CA
Established owner-operated landscape maintenance business serving the Sonoma County area with loyal, repeat clients and steady monthly income. The business generates approximately $7,000/month in...
$45,000
Cash Flow: $84,000
Manufacturers Representative, Cold Storage
El Dorado County, CA
The business owner had experience in the refrigeration and HVAC industries before starting work as an inside sales representative for cold storage manufacturing. After excelling in the role, the...
$675,000
Cash Flow: $212,026
Long Standing Auto Repair Shop in Great Location
Los Alamitos, CA
Great opportunity to purchase a long standing auto repair business in an excellent location. Located in the beautiful city of Los Alamitos, across from Los Alamitos Elementary, DT Automotive has been...
4
$399,999
Cash Flow: $95,000
Established Restaurant for Sale – Prime Location, 10 Years+ Business
Arcadia, CA
This well-known Taiwanese restaurant is a rare opportunity in a high-traffic, prime location. With over a decade of strong performance, this restaurant has built a loyal customer base that appreciates...
5
$150,000
FranchiseNetwork in Action
Available in California
ARE YOU A PEOPLE PERSON? We need professionals who have experience building and leading a team of people.
$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.
