Long Beach, CA
Cannabis Portable Retail Dispensary License For Sale (Long Beach, California) #1820 This is a valuable opportunity to acquire a Cannabis Portable Retail License in Long Beach, offering a flexible and...
Long Beach, CA
Cannabis Portable Retail Dispensary License For Sale (Long Beach, California) #1820 This is a valuable opportunity to acquire a Cannabis Portable Retail License in Long Beach, offering a flexible and...
$149,000
Capistrano Beach, CA
Established in 1987, Atom Company provides a comprehensive range of services from excavation and demolition to dumpster rentals and trucking services. The company boasts a diversified fleet including...
$2,300,000
San Diego, CA
Profitable Indian Restaurant with type 41 license located in a busy complex, located Very close to freeway, really good location. The owner want to sell it because of other business commitments....
$195,000
Riverside, CA
Materia Bikes is a proven European premium bicycle brand with over 400 units sold across the U.S. and Europe. The company owns five ISO-tested wooden bike models, praised for design, quality, and...
$149,000
Oakland, CA
This 2,000+ sq. ft. (plus patio & trash area) bar and restaurant must be seen to be fully appreciated. It features a complete bar, banquette seating, a Type-47 unrestricted liquor license, an enclosed...
$195,000
Santa Ana, CA
Fully Built Out & Turnkey Cannabis Manufacturing Type 6, Distribution & Processor Licenses For Sale (Santa Ana, California) #1814 A fully built-out, turnkey cannabis facility located in the thriving...
$750,000
Stockton, CA
MS Real Estate Inc. is pleased to offer this rare opportunity to acquire a mediterranean fast food franchise — a vibrant, health-forward fast-casual restaurant concept focused on bold Mediterranean...
$499,900
Aptos, CA
This fully built-out 1,600 sq. ft. restaurant space in Aptos is a turnkey opportunity for an operator looking to launch a new concept or expand. The sale includes all kitchen equipment, fixtures, and...
$275,000
West Hollywood, CA
West Hollywood Prime Location Fully Operational Today Retail Dispensary Business For Sale (West Hollywood, California) #1808 Seize the opportunity to own a fully operational, high-end cannabis retail...
$750,000
Long Beach, CA
Fully Operational Dispensary Business for Sale (Long Beach, California) #1807 Discover a prime opportunity to acquire a fully licensed, turnkey cannabis dispensary nestled in a high-visibility Long...
$999,000
Available in California
WSI is a digital marketing company with a strong international presence. Our Digital Marketing Consultants use their knowledge and expertise to make a difference for businesses all around the world.
$80,000
See More FranchisesSan Francisco, CA
Fully Built Out Microbusiness Cannabis Distribution, Manufacturing Type 6 & Delivery Business For Sale (San Francisco, California) #1803 Seize the opportunity to own a fully built-out and licensed...
$225,000
Los Angeles, CA
Two Portable Type 6 Cannabis Manufacturing License for Sale (Los Angeles, California) #1800 The opportunity being presented is a highly flexible Type 6 Portable Cannabis Manufacturing License in Los...
$30,000
$100,000
Glendale, CA
Indio, CA
--> Great Opportunity for an Unopened Franchise Territory with Pink's Window Services - One of the Fastest Growing Home Service Franchise Concepts Out There! --> Pink's Window Services is listed in...
$55,000
Alameda, CA
Turnkey Cannabis Microbusiness Manufacturing Type 6, Delivery, and Distribution License For Sale (Oakland, California) #1782 This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to acquire aTurnkey...
$79,000
Steven Zimmerman, LCBB, M&AMI, LCBI, FIBBA
Restaurant Realty Company
Serving San Francisco County, CA
Restaurant Realty Company was founded by Steven D. Zimmerman in the San Francisco Bay Area in 1996. Since inception the company has developed into the largest California restaurant brokerage specializing in sales, acquisitions and leasing of restaurants, bars, nightclubs and related commercial buildings with local representation in the San Francisco Bay Area, Sacramento, Los Angeles, Orange County and San Diego markets. Restaurant Realty’s brokers and agents are well versed in conducting deals with independent restaurant owners, landlords, buyers, and lessees of businesses and real estate, as well as larger ownership groups and buyers of multi-unit operations, franchises and chains. Restaurant Realty’s current brokers and agents have had great success completing transactions with over 3,200 clients, selling/leasing over 1,600 restaurant, bar and/or nightclub businesses, nearly 75 related commercial buildings sold, representing over 3 Million square feet of commercial space leased and over 7,500 valuations completed.
Los Angeles County, CA
Don't miss this excellent opportunity to own a newly opened smoke shop with growing monthly sales and strong potential for continued success. Priced with a low barrier to entry, this business is ideal...
$40,000
Murrieta, CA
One of America’s premier short track speedways is now up for grabs. Featuring over $40 million in state-of-the-art leasehold improvements and a 12-year lease with ZERO monthly rent, this facility is a...
$1,050,000
San Diego, CA
Nationwide Cannabis Opportunity Premium Domain OrderMarijuana.com For Sale! (Nationwide, USA) #1777 Seize a First-Mover Advantage in the Booming Cannabis Market With online marijuana orders now legal...
$749,000
San Diego, CA
Fully Operational Turnkey MicroBusiness Type N Manufacturing, Distribution & Delivery For Sale (San Diego, California) #1772 This is a prime opportunity to acquire a fully operational and compliant...
$399,000
Los Angeles, CA
ONLINE GOURMET LOOSE LEAF TEA BUSINESS - ASSET SALE Established in 2009, this online gourmet loose leaf tea business offers a complete turnkey opportunity in the thriving health food and nutrition...
$12,775
Available Nationwide
Take a BITE out of the pet care industry with five key revenue drivers in one modern facility!
$150,000
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Established restaurant and catering service asset sale opportunity in San Mateo, California. This turnkey operation was founded in 2020 and is strategically positioned in a high-traffic area with...
$100,000
Perris, CA
High-Revenue 4.3M Grossing Operational Cannabis Retail Dispensary! Zoned for Cultivation, Manufacturing and Distribution! With The Option To Purchase The Real Estate For $3.5M on 2 Acres (Perris,...
$1,490,000
$1,095,000
Bloomington, CA
Fullerton, CA
At A1 Machining and Welding we specialize in Aluminum welding, Stainless Steel welding, and Steel Welding welding. We also provide welding on Cast aluminum, Cast Iron and Steel, Brass, Copper, and...
$88,000
Hayward, CA
RARE OPPORTUNITY: Freshly Built Tea Shop Asset Sale in Hayward, CA This turnkey 1,400 square foot tea shop represents an exceptional opportunity to acquire a brand-new food service establishment in...
$150,000
Orange County, CA
UPSCALE NAIL SALON & SPA - PRIME ORANGE COUNTY LOCATION This turnkey nail salon and spa presents an exceptional investment opportunity in Orange County's competitive beauty market. Established in...
$995,000
Oakland, CA
Currently operating as a pizzeria & bar. Type 47 license in place, but not included in the sale....
$85,000
Los Angeles, CA
* IN ESCROW*** "Please inquire about this listing through the contact form. Upon request, a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) will be promptly emailed to you." #1228261 Area: West LA Asking Price:...
$220,000
Willow Creek, CA
Turnkey OUTDOOR GREEN HOUSES Closed Gate Operational Cannabis Cultivation Business For Sale Real Estate Included (Willow Creek, California) #1764 Seize the opportunity to acquire a fully operational...
$1,999,999
Irvine, CA
Various sizes Commercial Kitchens in Irvine. Catering , Meal Prep, Ghost and commisary kitchens.Irvine,freeway access 5 year lease with (3) 5 year options. Commercial Kitchen fully built out and...
$3,000
Available Nationwide
Recurring Revenue. Scalable Growth. An Expanding Market. While the flexible office space business model has gone mainstream in the last few years, Intelligent Office has been thinking ahead of the market since 1995. We’ve put our insider’s knowledge to use by making deliberate decisions to identify where the market will be going to help keep our franchisee’s revenue growing. The number of global coworking members has grown 800% since 2015. To capitalize on this rising tide, we actively collaborate with our current franchise owners and their clients to identify unmet needs and opportunity areas that are waiting to be capitalized.
$175,000
See More FranchisesLos Angeles, CA
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a turnkey, fully equipped dental clinic in the heart of Sherman Oaks, Los Angeles. The office features 5 operatories, premium Henry Schein and Midmark equipment,...
$760,000
Santa Ana, CA
Laundromat located in the heart of Santa Ana, CA. with state of the art Continental Girbau equipment, and over 4k active loyalty card members, adding 906 loyalty card members with balances in the last...
$695,000
$200,000
San Diego County, CA
Alameda, CA
A rare opportunity to acquire a restaurant with outdoor seating in a prime waterfront location in Alameda. Nestled in a well-maintained plaza with full amenities, great visibility, and plenty of...
$179,999
Los Angeles, CA
Business Description: Profitable Multi-Concept Ice Cream Boba Store in the Heart of Downtown LA Located in a prime corner unit, this stylish, modern boba shop offers three income streams: Specialty...
$99,000
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 FranchisesLos Angeles, CA
Take advantage of this opportunity! TWO Valid California Construction Licenses Class B (general) and ASB (asbestos) for Sale. Fully compliant with all local and state regulations. Clean record, no...
$295,000
Encinitas, CA
High Ebitda Cannabis Portfolio With 3 Retail Dispensaries & 1 Distribution With the Option to Purchase Real Estate (California) #1753 Presenting a rare opportunity to acquire a high-performing,...
$5,500,000
Santa Clarita, CA
For sale is a brand new Home Health Agency located in the neighborhood of Santa Clarita, Los Angeles County. - It is Health Department licensed (CDPH License) - ACHC accredited in April 2025. -...
$175,000
San Francisco, CA
Fully Operational Turnkey Retail Annual Licensed Dispensary Business For Sale (San Francisco, California) #1752 Presenting a rare chance to acquire a fully operational and annually licensed retail...
$749,000
Oceanside, CA
1 of 4 North San Diego County Beach Town Prime Location Fully Operational Dispensary For Sale (North San Diego County, CA) #1748 Don’t miss your chance to acquire a brand-new cannabis retail...
$1,990,000
Pramod Patel
Just Elementary, Inc. Commercial Business Brokers.
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
Just Elementary, Inc Commercial Business Brokers has assisted owners with selling a diverse array of businesses including: Tool & Die Manufacturing Electrical Contractor Service Television Studio Catering Business Burger King with Real Estate Recording Studio Injection Molding Business Just Elementary, Inc Commercial Business Brokers helps clients evaluate businesses to determine their value and helps determine what steps are necessary to make the business more valuable.
Burbank, CA
For sale is a Brand New Hospice Agency located in the neighborhood of Burbank, Los Angeles County. - It is Health Department licensed (CDPH License) - ACHC accredited in March 2024. - The provider...
$425,000
San Francisco, CA
Turnkey Cannabis Microbusiness Cultivation, Distribution & Manufacturing Business (San Francisco, California) #1716 Secure a rare opportunity to own a turnkey cannabis microbusiness, complete with...
$80,000
$550,000
Monterey, CA
San Diego, CA
This is being sold by way of court ordered receivership and is subject to court confirmation. All assets sold from the Receivership Estate are done so free and clear of all liens. This includes all...
$100,000,000
Torrance, CA
* IN ESCROW*** "Please inquire about this listing through the contact form. Upon request, a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) will be promptly emailed to you." #1015 Area: Torrance Asking Price: $140,000...
$140,000
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Known as the “Paramedics of Property Damage®,” PuroClean provides water damage remediation, flood water removal, fire and smoke damage remediation, mold removal, and biohazard cleanup to commercial and residential customers.
$100,000
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--> Asset sale for three large franchise territories across the Sacramento, CA market area for a super popular and fast growing non-traditional cleaning services company - Pinks Window Cleaning! You...
$100,000
Hayward, CA
MS Real Estate Inc. is excited to present an exceptional opportunity to acquire a vibrant ethnic restaurant situated in the bustling food court of Southland Mall in Hayward, California. This...
$75,000
Van Nuys, CA
Top essential pool service route. Great route. 62 accounts $7,635.00 monthly recurring income, plus EXTRA billings for filters and other related maintenance. Well established accounts. Training and...
$91,620
Stanton, CA
Opportunity to acquire Brand New CDPH Hospice License located in Stanton, Orange County. - It is Health Department licensed (CDPH License). Brand New License. Never had a provider number. Never Billed...
$225,000
Huntington Beach, CA
"Please inquire about this listing through the contact form. Upon request, a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) will be promptly emailed to you." #1010 Area: Huntington Beach Asking Price: $80,000 Rent:...
$80,000
San Diego, CA
High Times Intellectual Property Assets BACK ON THE MARKET For Sale By Receivership CALL FOR OFFERS March 4th #1668 These assets are being sold by a court-appointed receiver, pursuant to an ongoing...
$420,420
San Bernardino, CA
Massive State of the Art Cultivation Facility! Includes Real Estate, 45,000 SqFt Building on 4.68 Acres, 27 Ft Ceilings, 1.5M Watts, Currently 1300 Lights, 2M in Ebitda RE Appraised Over 20M...
$15,000,000
San Diego, CA
Great opportunity to acquire the trademarks, customer lists and other intellectual property of PureKana, LLC, a former leader in the hemp cannabidiol (CBD) products industry. From its inception,...
$420,420
Stockton, CA
Massive Cannabis Cultivation Real Estate For Sale By Receivership CALL FOR OFFERS FEB 14th (Stockton, California) #1624 This is being sold by way of court ordered receivership and is subject to court...
$420,420
Available Nationwide
Refresh. Restore. Renew. With an IV Nutrition Franchise! Fast. Effective. Safe. IV Nutrient Infusions for Whole Body Health!
$150,000
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.