Orange County, CA
This is a turnkey opportunity to acquire a well-established FedEx Independent Service Provider (ISP) operation based out of the Anaheim Hub in Southern California. The business currently operates four...
Orange County, CA
This is a turnkey opportunity to acquire a well-established FedEx Independent Service Provider (ISP) operation based out of the Anaheim Hub in Southern California. The business currently operates four...
$450,000
Cash Flow: $150,000
Palm Desert, CA
It's a great business for locals and tourists. We have three rooms for floatation therapy, an infrared therapy sauna that fits up to four people, and five rooms equipped for facials, body scrubs or...
$150,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
San Bernardino, CA
• BUSINESS ONLY $290,000, Property Available for $990,000 • Established Reputation: San Bernardino is recognized as the first full-service car wash to offer 100% hand wash services since 1989,...
$290,000
San Francisco, CA
Discover a thriving Bar & Nightclub, established for over 11 years and flourishing post-COVID! With diverse revenue streams, this venue generated $1,165,910 in gross revenue for 2024. Valuable...
$695,000
Cash Flow: $226,213
Roseville, CA
We are pleased to offer this long-established and profitable Cafe business in an excellent area! This licensed brand is well known and has an exceptional reputation for its quality menu and great...
$299,000
Cash Flow: $98,000
San Diego, CA
Mission’s Tortilla Route for sale in the Encinitas, California region for $195,000! Expected to generate $633,100 in yearly sales and net an estimated $86,558. Distributorship and territory are...
$195,000
Cash Flow: $86,558
Nevada City, CA
Established in 1988 on Commercial Street in Nevada City, California, J.J. Jackson’s is known for its curated selection of beautiful and unique textiles, tableware, body care, travel gear, greeting...
$129,000
Norco, CA
Pizza open 7 days, 11am to 8pm, Friday and Saturday to 8:30pm • Offers large variety of choice selections from Specialty Pizza to Meat, Vegetarian, Cheese, Hawaiian Pizza’s • Chicken lovers Favorite...
$150,000
Cash Flow: $62,490
Alameda County, CA
Transworld Business Advisors San Francisco DRE #02209032 Cynthia Randall DRE #01421980 Turnkey boutique restaurant in a prime location | Premium special event catering for corporate, family, and...
$190,000
Cash Flow: $87,865
San Diego County, CA
NEW PRICE! Seller Motivated - Price reduced below valuation. A great opportunity to own a well run - established stucco contractor. Premier Stucco and Sandblasting Contractor - Company provides...
$775,000
Cash Flow: $266,153
Available Nationwide
Award-winning MaidPro is America’s most loved home cleaning franchise—trusted for over 30 years by families and businesses alike.
$45,000
See More FranchisesSan Diego County, CA
Fitness Center – Franchise Resale - Currently Semi Absentee managed NEW PRICE - Motivated Seller! All new Equipment! Opportunity for an Owner Operator to be a hands on be manager and increase sales...
$75,000
Cash Flow: $115,726
Los Angeles County, CA
Top-Producing Paris Baguette Franchise – High-Volume, Turnkey Operation This is a rare opportunity to acquire a top-producing Paris Baguette franchise, one of the leading bakery café brands known for...
$2,900,000
Cash Flow: $600,000
$275,000
San Diego, CA
Palm Springs, CA
Founded in 2013, this Company is a trailblazing Dog Grooming business that identified a gap in the market - the absence of self-service dog wash facilities in the Coachella Valley. Their innovative...
$250,000
Cash Flow: $101,088
San Marcos, CA
A rare opportunity to acquire a fully equipped, turnkey Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) calibration business. With modern vehicles increasingly reliant on ADAS, calibration is a required...
$219,000
HARRY SIDHU
MISSION PEAK BROKERS INC.
Serving Alameda County, CA
Mission Peak Brokers, a leading Business brokerage firm based in San Francisco Bay Area. The company provides business brokerage services for the sale and acquisition of main street retail business opportunities, as well as expert assistance for Commercial & Business loans. Our key services, include valuation, sale, managing initial buyer interactions and facilitating the due diligence process.
California
Take advantage of this rare opportunity to own a Profitable College with Current Students in place and New Students signing up continuously. This turnkey specialty Barber and Barber Crossover College...
$400,000
Cash Flow: $127,861
Los Angeles County, CA
*SELLER FINANCING AVAILABLE UP TO 50% WITH 50% DOWN FOR QUALIFIED BUYERS * Exceptional Opportunity: Fully Equipped Food Trailer with Established Contracts This is a fantastic opportunity to acquire a...
$169,000
Cash Flow: $60,000
Los Angeles County, CA
This well-established and highly profitable smoke shop presents an exceptional opportunity for a buyer seeking a turnkey business with strong cash flow. The store features a walk-in cigar humidor and...
$380,000
Cash Flow: $180,000
Los Angeles County, CA
This well-established on-site shredding service has been serving both commercial and residential clients throughout Orange and Los Angeles Counties since 2007. The owner is retiring and relocating,...
$245,000
Cash Flow: $75,000
El Monte, CA
If you are looking for your way into the global logistics and freight markets or looking to expand your existing business into ocean and air freight, this is it! ProNova Partners represents a dynamic,...
Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $725,000
Available Nationwide
Join Lee’s Famous Recipe Chicken: A Legendary Brand with $1.8M AUV, Strong Unit Economics, and Amazing Chicken. Since 1966, We've Delivered Great Food and Franchise Success with Unmatched Support. Now Exclusively Partnering with Multi-Unit Developers for Growth Opportunities!
$750,000
See More FranchisesHalf Moon Bay, CA
Transworld Business Advisors of Fremont DRE# 02194963 presents: Incredible opportunity to own a fully built-out restaurant in a prime location. The sale includes all equipment, tenant improvements,...
$125,000
Colton, CA
Exciting, Vibrant Wound Treatment practice. Nearly 1500 hundred encounters per month--both inpatient and outpatient care...
$8,900,000
Cash Flow: $4,500,000
$95,000
Marin County, CA
Inyo County, CA
Do Not Visit Site Until You Speak With Broker. Please No Speaking with Employees/Ownership & Do Not Loiter on Property. Exclusively Listed and Presented By: The Gas Broker™. This Mobil-branded gas...
$2,995,000
Cash Flow: $675,000
Roseville, CA
Step into a thriving and well-established residential construction company with a strong reputation across the Sacramento Valley and into the fast-growing Tracy/Mountain House area. Headquartered in...
$5,000,000
Cash Flow: $1,250,000
Truckee, CA
On Donnner Pass Rd. Truckee CA. 1248 sq. ft $4100 p/mo. rent, Gas and A/C included. Parking in front and rear. Attendant able to stay behind the counter all the way around the store. The store comes...
$100,000
Los Angeles, CA
Established Dog Grooming Business in Prime Lake Balboa Location. Located in the heart of Lake Balboa, this well-established dog grooming business benefits from high foot traffic and a loyal, affluent...
$130,000
Valley Springs, CA
Dump truck, tractor, forklift and inventory all come with this business! It's fully functioning and has a good reputation for great customer service and friendly, on time delivery. Located in the...
$199,000
Jurupa Valley, CA
FULL-SERVICE CAR WASH, AUTOMATED EQUIPMENT, VEHICLES TOWEL DRIED UNDER SHADE Opal Car Wash is located in one of Riverside’s fast growing cities, Jurupa Valley, near Eastvale • Near busy signalized...
$1,000,000
Fallbrook, CA
Elegant cafe with European flair in beautiful downtown Fallbrook. A local favorite with well established clientele for 22 years. Specializing in soups, salads & sandwiches. All complimented by a wide...
$68,000
Available Nationwide
Recession resistant for 30 yrs! A supermarket for dogs & cats. Low Royalty 2%-3%. $2.7M Average Unit Volume*.Passive or Semi-passive ok. 70% households own at least 1 pet
$300,000
See More FranchisesGardena, CA
Please SERIOUS INQUIRIES ONLY!! You need to know this business to make it successful! You are getting a turnkey business, the shop with all the necessary tools to get the job done! We are not selling...
$149,999
Los Angeles County, CA
Are you looking to acquire an FDA-approved food manufacturing facility for sale with established eCommerce sales and high retail potential? This turnkey opportunity offers a fully operational food...
$400,000
Cash Flow: $50,000
$95,000
Alameda County, CA
Sacramento, CA
When Troy was 19, he opened a deli near Folsom Lake in Granite Bay, CA. His signature sandwich, the Surfin’ Bird, was created the day he decided to add cream cheese to his classic turkey bacon and...
$250,000
Ontario, CA
This is a turnkey charcuterie catering business located in Ontario, California, offering a unique and in-demand service specializing in artisanal grazing boards, boxes, and tables for events,...
$174,990
Available in California
Concrete Systems. Concrete Results. Concrete Profits.
$35,000
See More FranchisesLa Jolla, CA
Established Designer Women's Clothing Store - La Jolla, CA This well-established women's clothing boutique has been successfully operating for over 30 years, specializing in exclusive Eva Varro...
$54,000
Cash Flow: $100,000
San Joaquin County, CA
This thriving, artist-friendly pottery painting studio offers a fully operational business with strong community ties, growing revenue, and an unbeatable location. It has become a popular destination...
$405,000
Cash Flow: $130,000
Riverside County, CA
Turnkey opportunity to own a well-established custom upholstery and window covering business that has proudly served Western Riverside County for nearly five decades. Known for exceptional...
$149,888
Glendale, CA
Perfect little neighborhood bar, dating back to prohibition! Great clientele & staff. Full line of liquor, no kitchen!! Already a success and fully renovated, this little bar makes for easy extra...
$550,000
Sacramento County, CA
Profitable FedEx “mid size” Linehaul opportunity with a strong mix of dedicated and unassigned team runs. Complete with solid equipment, seasoned BC and trained drivers in place. This is a turnkey...
$3,500,000
Cash Flow: $875,000
Abdul Jobah, CCIM DESIGNEE
Jobah's Commercial Real Estate
Serving Kern County, CA
From city to city, country to country, small businesses are the backbone of the economy. Small businesses provide a living for their owners, while meeting the needs of the local community. Having a successful business comes from years of hard work. At Executive Realtors, we are a small business too, and no one understands the value of hard work like we do. We see it everyday, not only in our own business, but in the successful businesses we sell . Our clients work hard for their businesses and that is why when it comes time to buy or sell, they call us. We take our time working together with our clients to understand their needs. Our clients and their businesses are each unique and they understand that the buying or selling of a business is a complicated matter. Mistakes can be very expensive. Our clients trust us to make sure that we protect their best interests, and the business they worked so hard to build , That is what we do. We’ve done it again and again, for over 30 years. From Modesto to Los Angeles, Team Jobah and Executive Realtors, is the source for business opportunities and commercial real estate sales and purchase. Looking for a business, or wondering what your business is worth? Call for a free business evaluation, we would be happy to speak with you.
Lake County, CA
Turn-Key Coffee Shop & Bookstore for Sale – A Beloved Community Staple for Over 20 Years Nestled in the heart of the downtown Cobb area, this charming coffee shop and bookstore presents a rare...
$250,000
Cash Flow: $49,774
Rocklin, CA
Are you ready to step into the glamorous world of luxury beauty services? Look no further! An incredible opportunity awaits you in a premier upscale retail destination. About the Business: This...
$50,000
$270,000
Solano County, CA
Sacramento, CA
Beloved, high-end chocolate boutique specializing in handcrafted gourmet chocolates, artisanal desserts, and custom gift collections. Located in a prime retail mall the business has built a loyal...
$200,000
Cash Flow: $15,000
Blythe, CA
45-site manufactured housing and RV community located in the peaceful, waterfront town of Palo Verde, California. Originally developed in 1950, the property offers approximately 2.59 acres of land...
Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $63,420
Available Nationwide
Mobility City is the nation’s premier repair, rental, sanitizing and retail sales company servicing wheelchairs, mobility scooters, power chairs, lift out chairs, hospital beds and other mobility products.
$100,000
See More FranchisesCalifornia
Located in a rural community of Northern California, the store carries a full line of Grocery, Produce, Meat and Liquor inventory selections that provide customers a wide range of brand name products...
$750,000
Cash Flow: $200,000
Anaheim Hills, CA
Popular Juice Bar Franchise in Orange County. Prime Location! This popular juice bar is situated in a bustling shopping center with national brands' anchor tenants, ensuring a constant flow of...
$199,000
Cash Flow: $62,514
Yuba City, CA
This neighborhood store is on the other corner from the Lincoln elementary school, on busy intersection of Lincoln and Walton. Addition to store area, huge storage/office areas on the back and...
$125,000
Huntington Beach, CA
Real picture of salon. $28,888 MUST Sell . Immigration Visa denied . Totally remodeled 1031 Sqft . 7 spacious stations with new chairs ,. a room with a new chair , 3 new shampoo bowls with new luxury...
$29,000
Orange County, CA
This newly established medical spa has rapidly carved out a significant presence in the affluent Orange County market, attracting a consistent flow of high-end clients seeking the latest and most...
$495,000
Santa Monica, CA
This is a turnkey opportunity to acquire the assets of a well-established printing and copy services business. Located in a high traffic/commercial area in Santa Monica, this business has served the...
$74,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
California
Seize this rare opportunity to acquire a landmark French Basque restaurant with over 130 years of history and consistent profitability. This turnkey business features multiple banquet halls, 4 private...
$3,898,000
Cash Flow: $389,524
San Joaquin County, CA
Photography & Framing Business in a High-traffic Location With the Ability to be Absentee Run Established San Joaquin County photography and custom framing business (15+ yrs) in a high-growth region....
$385,000
Stanislaus County, CA
Located in the vibrant industrial Stanislaus County, is a premier wholesale and retail kitchen and bath business with a sterling reputation for quality and innovation. This turnkey operation features...
$225,000
Available Nationwide
Own a Top 100 Ranked, Award-Winning Pest Control Franchise with the Flexibility of a Home-Based Office.
$50,000
See More FranchisesCalifornia 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.