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...
Businesses For Sale in California
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Luxury Kitchen and Bath Hub
$225,000
Hardcore Fitness DTLA Turnkey Gym/Bootcamp For Sale
Los Angeles, CA
This is a rare opportunity to own a fully equipped and operational fitness facility located in one of the most desirable, high-traffic areas of Downtown Los Angeles. Business Overview Hardcore Fitness...
6
$499,000
Cash Flow: $116,268
Mission Foods Route For Sale-Chula Vista CA $94,000
Chula Vista, CA
Mission Foods Route For Sale-Chula Vista CA $94,000 #Ownaroute #Buyaroute #Distributor #Distributorship #IndependentDistributor #MissionRoute #MissionFoodsRoute #Mission #Flatbread #TortillaChips...
$94,000
Cash Flow: $82,681
Mission Foods Route For Sale-San Diego CA $92,000
Spring Valley, CA
Mission Foods Route For Sale-San Diego CA $92,000 #Ownaroute #Buyaroute #Distributor #Distributorship #IndependentDistributor #MissionRoute #MissionFoodsRoute #Mission #Flatbread #TortillaChips #Wraps...
$92,000
Cash Flow: $81,522
Highly Profitable Trucking Company in Prime Riverside Location
Riverside, CA
Branch Global LLC is an established trucking company with a base of loyal clients providing a consistent cash flow for the company. Business is well organized and known in the industry for their...
5
$495,000
EBITDA: $215,000
Mountain County Market with Thriving Business
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Douglas City, CA
This Country Market sits in the center of Douglas City and is right off of State Highway 299, which is a main travel route from Redding & Interstate 5 to Eureka & State Hwy 101. This Market has an...
6
$1,250,000
Restaurant / family entertainment center
Arroyo Grande, CA
Build your own Burgers and Fries restaurant. Only place that offers 10 types of french-fries and an assortment of toppings to put on both the hamburgers and french-fries. been open 2 1/2 years and it...
6
$210,000
Milk Tea/Coffee & Mochi Donut Store
Palo Alto, CA
An elegantly decorated and modern shop specializing in handcrafted milk teas/coffee and freshly made mochi donuts. The store offers a wide range of flavorful bubble tea to fruity green tea...
$150,000
Cash Flow: $15,000
Vehicle Wrapping
Lake County, CA
This company is a highly profitable and well-established vehicle wrap and graphics business in Lake County, offering a rare opportunity for a new owner to step into a thriving operation. With a strong...
$380,000
Cash Flow: $141,640
Luxury Floral Specializing in Wedding and Event Floral Design!
Santa Clara County, CA
This is a well-established, luxury floral design company specializing in high-end weddings, corporate events, and seasonal décor across Silicon Valley’s South Bay, Carmel, and Monterey County. Known...
$800,000
Cash Flow: $332,973
FranchiseMatco Tools
Available in California
Set Your Own Hours & Control Your Financial Destiny—Start a Mobile Tool Franchise With 1,900+ Stores Earning an Average Revenue of Over $491K
$10,000
See More FranchisesSemiconductor and RF Manufacturer
San Jose, CA
Founded in 1987, M-pulse Microwave has been and continues to be a technological leader and innovator in the RF and microwave semiconductor industry. Located in two custom designed manufacturing...
$2,500,000
Florist, Boutique, and Gift Shop - Well Established - Over 30 Years!
Hesperia, CA
This full-service florist offers a wide variety of fresh floral arrangements and gifts tailored for every occasion, including birthdays, anniversaries, celebrations of new life, and seasonal holidays...
$74,995
Cash Flow: $56,000
45 Year Southern California Specialty Medical Pharmacy
$7,995,000
California
Established Drayage Trucking Business – 20-Year Track Record
Gardena, CA
Operating for over 20 years, the company operates a specialized refrigerated drayage business based in Gardena, California, with operations centered around the Port of Long Beach (PoLB). This highly...
$6,980,000
Cash Flow: $1,850,000
Award Winning Wedding Planning Company- Remote!
Valencia, CA
This is an exciting opportunity to own a remote, award-winning wedding and event planning business that provides services nationwide! While the company is based in Los Angeles, it offers the...
$100,000
Cash Flow: $48,962
Bradley Bickers
GBB Advisors
Serving Tulare County, CA
GBB Advisors is dedicated to the sale of businesses and business assets. Our team of experienced and dedicated associates will Value, Market and Close your transaction with the professionalism that you deserve. Our marketing methodology focuses on identifying potential buyers based on relevance, ability and motivation. Starting with an initial marketing strategy kick-off, we identify existing buying clients, potential market related buyers and equity groups that are ideal candidates. Once identified each candidate is contacted and managed through a detail process to ensure a smooth transaction.
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Dental Practice For Sale, San Bernardino County, CA!
San Bernardino County, CA
REF#505 Great opportunity to purchase a fully equipped 4 operatory dental office in the heart of San Bernardino. Owner retiring. Located in a Shopping Center. • Existing – 3 Operatories Plus 1 Plumbed...
$175,000
PRICE DROP! Med Spa Clinic For Sale, California!
Santa Clara County, CA
REF#400 An all cash aesthetic wellness practice located in the affluent Santa Clara County. This turnkey operation, with 5 years of proven success and growing revenues, presents an excellent...
$250,000
Cole's French Dip - Sale Pending
Los Angeles, CA
Oldest restaurant in Los Angeles that was established in 1908. After a $1.6 million restoration in 2008, Cole's French Dip was once again revived. This classic restaurant and bar continues with a cool...
$500,000
Renovated Turnkey Full Service Salon in Great Location
Orange, CA
This renovated salon has been established for 25 years. In the last couple years changed ownership and more then doubled in revenue and clients. There is no shortage on parking spaces in this busy...
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$125,000
High Volume Chicken Wing Restaurant-Help Run
Los Angeles County, CA
An exceptional opportunity to acquire a well-established and highly profitable chicken wing restaurant located in a high-traffic area of Los Angeles County. Known for its bold flavors, loyal customer...
$595,000
Cash Flow: $223,000
FranchiseLIME Painting
Available Nationwide
Love. Integrity. Mission. Excellence.
$75,000
See More FranchisesAI Avatar Creation Platform – B2B & B2C Ready
Los Angeles, CA
A cutting-edge AI platform in the digital identity space is now available for acquisition. This company allows users to generate fully rigged 3D avatars from a single selfie, offering lifelike and...
Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $20,000
Home Health Care Agency-Established Since 2020-Active Medicare
Glendale, CA
Asking Price Reduced By $41,000! Seller's Financing Available For Well Qualified Buyer, With $100K Down Payment-Balance Of the Purchase Price Of $50K-Payble After Close Of Escrow In Five (5) Monthly...
$150,000
Turn-Key, Profitable, Pet Wash , Easy To Run
$95,000
Los Angeles, CA
Turn-Key Vending Machine Route For Sale!
Carlsbad, CA
Vending machine route with 6 placed snack and drink standalone and combo machines in healthcare companies, office and warehouse locations in Carlsbad. All 4 locations are very close to each other and...
3
$21,000
Brewery and Winery For Sale
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
Internationally recognized brewery with cozy taproom. Focusing on specialty products has allowed us opportunities for export, in addition to local sales. Over $300k in inventory ready for sale and...
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$250,000
Neighborhood Cafe with European Flair
Santa Monica, CA
Established Cafe in Santa Monica offering Specialty Coffee and Tea beverages. Serving light food and shipped in Pastries and Desserts and Cookies. Open 7am until 2pm every day except Sundays. Owner...
5
$90,000
Owner of Famous Brand Name Easy in Grocery Stores in the Bay Area
Stockton, CA
Famous "Easy" Brand name that you see in grocery Stores all over the Bay Area! Well established Wholesale ,Distribution and Import business. Long term relationships with not only customers but...
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$300,000
Cash Flow: $180,000
Turnkey, Full-Service Restaurant
San Francisco, CA
An exceptional opportunity to acquire a fully turnkey, design-forward New American restaurant in one of San Francisco’s most vibrant and sought-after neighborhoods. This chef-driven concept is known...
$250,000
Cold Stone Creamery
Yuba City, CA
Step into a sweet and profitable business venture with Cold Stone Creamery, one of the most recognized names in premium ice cream. This exciting opportunity offers aspiring entrepreneurs or seasoned...
6
$699,000
Mission Foods Master Distributorship For Sale Vallejo CA-$619,000
Vallejo, CA
Mission Foods Master Distributorship For Sale Vallejo CA-$619,000 #Ownaroute #Buyaroute #Distributor #Distributorship #IndependentDistributor #MissionRoute #MissionFoodsRoute #Mission #Flatbread...
$619,000
Cash Flow: $451,386
FranchiseSnapology
Available Nationwide
Snapology is a leading children’s enrichment franchise focused on STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math) education through hands-on, play-based learning. With programs that engage kids ages 4–14 through robotics, coding, animation, and themed building activities, Snapology makes learning fun and impactful. The mobile-friendly model offers flexibility and low overhead, making it an ideal opportunity for passionate entrepreneurs looking to bring meaningful educational experiences to their communities. Whether hosted in schools, community centers, or birthday parties, Snapology helps children build confidence, critical thinking skills, and a lifelong love of learning.
$50,000
See More Franchises76 Branded Gas Station, C-Store with Real Estate
Bakersfield, CA
Confidential Listing: Important notice to all interested Buyer’s please refrain from visiting the site until you have consulted with Listing Broker. Avoid any discussions with employees and ownership....
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$4,990,000
Profitable History in this Tree Sales & Moving Company
California
This successful business is known across the state and has very consistent profit and growth as a tree sales and tree moving company. In business for many years, this specialized business has been...
$799,900
Cash Flow: $225,000
Inherit a Primely Located Nail Salon in the Mission District (As-is)
$60,000
San Francisco, CA
Biotech Co. Patents & Medical Device 5% Market Share = $90MM Revenue
Irvine, CA
The Company has proprietary technology that addresses a leading cause of maternal death (76,000) and fetal death (500,000) annually worldwide. 8% of pregnancies in the US and 14% worldwide have...
$4,000,000
High Volume Liquor Store for Sale in Sacramento County
Sacramento, CA
High Volume and busy Liquor store for Sale in Sacramento County with Monthly sale of around $95,000. The Store is surrounded by Apartments and houses. The store size is around 2300 Square Feet with...
$730,000
Cash Flow: $340,972
FranchiseBatteries Plus
Available Nationwide
Continuously recognized as one of the Best Franchises to Own by trusted franchising industry leaders like Forbes® and Entrepreneur®!
$150,000
See More FranchisesBeverly Hills Facial Feminization Plastic Surgery Practice for Sale
Beverly Hills, CA
An exceptional opportunity to acquire a highly successful, well-established facial feminization plastic surgery practice located in the heart of Beverly Hills. This thriving solo practice, founded in...
Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $2,500,000
Gourmet Cookie - Add Coffee / Boba / shakes
Mission Viejo, CA
Add coffee / Boba / shakes or sandwiches , Bagels to make more money to this Gourmet cookie store next to a national supermarket , corner location with lots of parking. Every car entering the shopping...
$74,999
Life4Cuts Franchise, Self Serve Photo Booth, KPOP.
Los Angeles County, CA
*SELLER FINANCING AVAILABLE UP TO $50,000 FOR QUALIFIED BUYERS * This is a rare opportunity to own a self-serve photo booth studio under Life4Cuts, Korea's #1 photo booth brand, now gaining strong...
$248,000
Cash Flow: $78,000
Leading Manufacturer & Ecommerce Brand
Alameda County, CA
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a well-established U.S.-based manufacturer and ecommerce brand specializing in modern, sustainable privacy pods and soundproof office booths. Trusted by thousands...
$3,400,000
EBITDA: $850,000
Nail Salon in Top Mall- New Build- Asset Sale!
Los Angeles County, CA
READY FOR SUCCESS from day one? THIS TURNKEY NAIL SALON IS LOCATED NEAR THE WARNER CENTER AND SOON THE RAMS VILLAGE. Step into a turn-key Nail Salon with a stunning, luxury interior and over $200,000...
$149,999
Randy Katz
Synesis Advisors
Serving San Francisco County, CA
From our initial discussion about a potential sale until after you have handed over your operation, Synesis Advisors is there. This includes helping you understand what your business is worth and potential deal structures, assembling offering memorandums, implementing go-to-market strategies, pre-screening potential buyers, negotiating deal terms, project managing the many parties associated with a transaction, and planning an orderly business transition. We are multi-disciplinary experts so that you don’t have to be.
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ERP Software Company Best in Class Design and BI for SMB’s
Los Angeles, CA
The Company delivers bespoke business solutions with end-to-end product development, specializing in UX design, web/mobile apps, cloud engineering, and QA automation. It offers professional guidance...
Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $308,708
Innovative Global Logistics & Project Management Company
Los Angeles, CA
The Company is considered a leader in global logistics and project management services. They have an international reach and have served clients in over 110 countries with over a thousand completed...
Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $2,916,240
Profitable Promotional Products Business | Complete Production Center
$149,000
Riverside County, CA
Dry Cleaners with plant and alterations in Sherman Oaks
Los Angeles, CA
This is your opportunity to own a very well established Dry Cleaners with Plant and alteration business in a prime area of Sherman Oaks on a very high visibility shopping center. After 50 years in...
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$449,000
Cash Flow: $155,000
Profitable Sign Making Shop – Loyal Client Base
Orange County, CA
Established in 2003, this owner-operated custom sign company has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality signage, vinyl lettering, and banners to a loyal and diverse customer base. Known...
$180,000
Cash Flow: $84,000
FranchiseSteamatic
Available Nationwide
Delivering Solutions Since 1968 ; Success Start With A Steamatic Franchise
$50,000
See More FranchisesTurnkey Auto Repair Shop in Prime Rancho Cucamonga Location
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
Rare opportunity to own a well-established auto repair shop with strong ROI and pride of ownership. In operation for over two decades, this reputable shop is one of the three oldest in Rancho...
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$639,000
Biky Bikes: Premium Kids’ Bikes with Global Awards
Huntington Beach, CA
At Biky Bikes, we’re building something big: the first smart kids’ bike with GPS, lighting, sound features, and a parent app — all wrapped in a beautifully designed, award-winning product. The market...
$500,000
Popular Microbrewery and Restaurant with Type 23 ABC License
Alameda County, CA
Transworld Business Advisors of Fremont DRE# 02194963 presents: This full-service brewery and restaurant was established in 1999 and is loved by its loyal customer base for its high-quality food,...
$179,000
Beautiful turn key Ice cream & shaved ice business
Ventura County, CA
Business Highlights: • High Traffic Location – Situated in a busy street with strong neighboring anchors and consistent customer flow. • Proven Concept – Offers a trendy, in-demand menu with wide...
$250,000
Cash Flow: $123,000
La Brasserie
La Quinta, CA
La Brasserie Bistro & Bar is an authentic French bistro that juxtaposes sophistication, charm, and casualness with a high-energy environment. Customers keep returning for their authentic style and...
2
$650,000
Cash Flow: $162,000
Plastering Company for Sale
San Diego County, CA
Established in 1974 and Offering a Wide Range of Services to Suit Projects of All Sizes Including: Scaffolding Water and Sand Blasting Decorative Foam Detailing Repair Work and Patching Interior...
$2,150,000
Cash Flow: $546,442
Indian Restaurant, Free Standing Building, Can Convert Berkeley, CA
Berkeley, CA
A well-established Indian and Pakistani restaurant is available for sale on a busy street in Berkeley, California, located among commercial and residential properties. This prime location is within...
3
$149,000
Asian Market in Riverside
Arlington, CA
3,000. Sq ft , Asian Market in Riverside ,Downtown. Profitable and Excellent Location....
$150,000
Cash Flow: $98,400
Midtown Arts District Bar - ABC Type 48
Sacramento, CA
We are pleased to offer this popular Full Liquor Bar with a top notch location in the vibrant Midtown dining and arts district. This bar is a turn-key opportunity offered with the current...
$275,000
FranchiseFleet Clean
Available in California
Fleet Clean | Mobile Truck Washing Business | Recurring Customer Business
$90,000
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.
