Los Angeles, CA
L. A. LIVE DTLA CLUB RESTAURANT 2 AM LIQUOR LIVE ENTERTAINMENT FOR LEASE Premises: 12,000' plus outdoor patio Monthly Rent: $2.00 psf nets - base rent subject to operator presentation Parking: 300...
Los Angeles, CA
L. A. LIVE DTLA CLUB RESTAURANT 2 AM LIQUOR LIVE ENTERTAINMENT FOR LEASE Premises: 12,000' plus outdoor patio Monthly Rent: $2.00 psf nets - base rent subject to operator presentation Parking: 300...
$200,000
Colton, CA
Investor's delight. Very well-kept and maintained property with a long lease. 4.5% cap....
$2,600,000
Torrance, CA
TORRANCE FULLY BUILT OUT RESTAURANT FOR LEASE Premises: 6500' plus patio Rent: $7.25 psf Gross All in Parking: Shopping Center Parking Lease Term: New Lease ABC License: Liquor License Comments: Fully...
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Placer County, CA
Opportunity to invest early in the next blockbuster Synthetic Rock formula. Like investing in Gunite Pool technology in the early stages before it was a household name. It was developed with over 50...
$10,000,000
Hollywood, CA
HOLLYWOOD TURNKEY CLUB/CONCERT VENUE- RESTAURANT FOR SALE Premises: 8500' Monthly Rent: $32,000 per mo. gross rent Parking: Public and Valet Lease Term: New Lease ABC License: Grandfathered CUP NO...
$395,000
San Jose, CA
ESTABLISHED PRESCHOOL FACILITY WITH REAL ESTATE OPPORTUNITY - SAN JOSE This turnkey preschool operation presents a unique dual-investment opportunity combining an established childcare business with...
$2,500,000
Los Angeles, CA
Excellent Location....Excellent Location.... Near USC College. Address - 6301 South Broadway, Los Angeles, Ca Closed Liquor Store with full Liquor License - with Land & most of the permits to convert...
$2,200,000
Yuba City, CA
Authentic, tasty Mexican cuisine known and loved for generations. Full bar, patio and separate meeting room available. Upper level can be reserved for parties. Ample parking. Handicap accessible. ALSO...
$3,210,000
Chino, CA
FOR LEASE, RETAIL, OR? 16,084 sq. ft can be divided. Asking $1.09 per sq. ft. per month, plus NNN , owner will split suite @ $1.29per sq. ft. per month. Currently fixtures on site. Busy Shopping...
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San Bernardino, CA
1) Turnkey drive Thru Restaurant with Real Estate & Business with strong local following 2) All Furniture, Fixtures & Equipment (FF&E) 3) Leasehold improvements 4)Established Goodwill 5) Recently...
$5,500,000
Available Nationwide
Love. Integrity. Mission. Excellence.
$75,000
See More FranchisesHawthorne, CA
Contact What's APP +1 3109138208 Airbnb turnkey and ready offering compelling revenues, a 8.5% cap rate, high occupancy 92%, , average daily income $522, accumulated 550 reviews with 4.9 stars and got...
$1,450,000
Temecula, CA
ESTABLISHED FOOD SERVICE OPPORTUNITY - PRIME TEMECULA LOCATION This established food service business presents an exceptional opportunity for restaurant operators seeking a prime location in Temecula,...
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$30,000
Ontario, CA
Orland, CA
His is a unique multi-parcel commercial/industrial portfolio located in the growing city of Orland, CA, strategically positioned near Interstate 5, providing seamless connectivity to regional, state,...
$4,500,000
Sacramento, CA
Facility Highlights • House 1: Former RCFE (Vacant) Single-story, 7-bed home (6 resident rooms + 1 staff room) 4 bathrooms Previously Licensed for 12 residents • House 2: Former RCFE (Vacant)...
$1,150,000
Tony Moran
Business Team
Serving Contra Costa County, CA
BTI Group, is the largest Business Brokerage firm in the Western United States, specializing in arranging the purchase and sale of privately owned companies. From our humble beginnings, we have grown to 7 offices and 100+ brokers throughout California. In total, we have successfully facilitated the sale of over 5,000 businesses in high-tech, manufacturing, service, retail, wholesale, food and beverage industries. More importantly than the number of businesses that we sell, the rolodex of 100+ associates providing access to corporate strategic buyers, private equity groups, and high network individuals creates competition and ultimately the best price for your business. We are involved in all levels of a transaction, including but not limited to: In depth market analysis and pricing strategy, coordination and implementation of marketing plans, scrutinizing and pre-screening all potential buyers, negotiating terms of transactions, arranging acquisition financing, administering paperwork and agreements, and interfacing with your attorney and CPA while coordinating due diligence, transaction details, and escrow.
Riverside, CA
4525 Commerce Street Riverside, CA 95207 Auction Starts Oct 20 Opening Bid $225,000 Bid Online Auction Starts: 9:00 AM CT Monday, October 20, 2025 Auction Ends: 11:00 AM CT Wednesday, October 22, 2025...
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Palm Springs, CA
Location: Palm Springs, offering a prime 7,167 square feet restaurant opportunity in a hotel/convention center zone. Unique Features: The existing layout boasts an impressive large circular bar with...
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Desert Hot Springs, CA
The beautifully reimagined and tastefully transformed 1950's Willets Motel, perfectly situated between Palm Springs & Joshua Tree, offers a serene desert oasis with all the modern amenities while also...
$1,975,000
Guerneville, CA
The Building: 2209 sq ft of mixed retail space (building sales price: $1,750,000), currently operating as a restaurant (business sales valued: ($750,000) in prime downtown Guerneville on the Main...
$1,750,000
Colton, CA
TURNKEY PRINTING BUSINESS LEASE OPPORTUNITY - COLTON, CA Exceptional lease opportunity for an established printing business location with over 20 years of operational history as Print Pro Plus. This...
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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 FranchisesPlacerville, CA
Auction starts October 27th 3280 Bradley Drive Placerville, CA 95667-6941 Opening Bid $200,000 1.83+/-ac of industrial land. Less than 1 hour to Sacramento. Two Parcels selling as one. Also auctioning...
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San Luis Obispo, CA
The Business is a well-established, full-service CPA firm with over 20 years of proven success serving clients nationwide from its San Luis Obispo office. Founded in 2005, the firm has built a strong...
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$30,000
Victorville, CA
Blythe, CA
Exclusively Listed by: The Gas Broker, Inc. Address: 301 S Lovekin Blvd., Blythe, CA 92225 Please Do Not Visit Site Until You Speak With Broker. No Speaking with Employees/Ownership & Do Not Loiter on...
$2,995,000
Los Angeles, CA
4000rsf restaurant available for rent, including a 450rsf mezzanine and 1100rsf basement where the walk-in refrigerator is located. Mezzanine and basement may be excluded from the lease. 40 beer taps....
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Stockton, CA
Half acres of prime land for sale- CUP ready . Approved for a 3000 sf building 4 gas dispensers. Buyer to assume the 76 fuel contract...
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Fresno County, CA
Rare opportunity to purchase a very attractive, newly established, top of line Express Car Wash with Real Estate. that this Express Car Wash with Real Estate upon site visit becomes abundantly clear...
$4,850,000
San Marcos, CA
Turnkey 4-Unit Airbnb Business – Profitable from Day One, Priced to Sell Fast *PICTURE ON AD IS NOT ACTUAL PHOTO OF PROPERTY* *PROPERTIES ARE LEASED NOT OWNED PLEASE BE ADVISED THESE ARE SINGLE UNITS*...
$38,000
Long Beach, CA
Presenting a prime commercial investment opportunity at 1500 W Pacific Coast Hwy in Long Beach, CA. This property features a 3,162 sq ft freestanding building situated on an 18,963 sq ft lot and...
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Modesto, CA
Premium RCFE for Lease – Modesto, CA Fully licensed & beautifully furnished 6-bed assisted living home. Custom-built with 6 private rooms (TVs in each), spacious layout, fire system, and serene...
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Available Nationwide
20 Years as America's Leader in Medical Billing with Unparallelled Training, and Support. 100k Potential, Work From Anywhere, Full-Time or Part-Time. Come Join Our Success!
$30,000
See More FranchisesEl Cajon, CA
Prime Buyer Investment – Brand New Starbucks (Store #83384) 2201 Fletcher Parkway, El Cajon, CA 92020 Annual Net Income: $240,000 Landmark NN Net-Leased Starbucks Investment Opportunity Don’t miss...
$5,199,000
Ukiah, CA
Asking $2,500,000 for building, Liquor Licenses, and FF&E. Pleased to share an opportunity to acquire a fully built-out and equipped 12,176 SF flagship restaurant building located in the highly...
$2,600,000
$30,000
Ventura, CA
Madera, CA
1720 and 1732 E. Yosemite Ave. Madera, CA 93638-1915 Auction starts October 27th Opening Bid $300,000 1,093+/-sf office/retail building built in 1991 on 2.01+/-ac. Frontage and signage opportunity on...
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Porterville, CA
Here is your opportunity to own a very busy corner of Porterville. Currently home to Leon's Tires, this property sees thousands of passers by per day and is limitless in the possibilities. The current...
$949,000
Available Nationwide
Join the Allegra network, a leader in the marketing and print industry since 1977. Our business-to-business model offers turnkey opportunities with limitless revenue streams.
$100,000
See More FranchisesHuntington Park, CA
Prime turnkey gym facility available for lease in Huntington Park, Los Angeles County, at the Warner Theater. This exceptional 26,000-30,000 square foot retail space represents a rare...
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Downey, CA
5177 Sqft 12 medical treatment rooms , 4 Doctor offices , 1 special procedure room , 1 manager office , 1 billing office , 3 nursing stations , 3 patient bathrooms , 1 employee bathroom . 1 break room...
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North Highlands, CA
Second Generation Restaurant for Lease...Quick Serve Concept Modern décor, floors and equipment is there to use as part of the lease. So you barely have to purchase anything as this will fit into most...
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Los Angeles, CA
Rent: Asking $5,000/month Hours of Use: 6:00 AM – 3:00 PM Location: Silverlake, Los Angeles, CA Business Type: Café / Coffee Shop / Tea House / Pastry & Baked Goods Real Estate: Leased...
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Daly City, CA
Move-in ready for just $2,900/month — with your first month’s rent FREE. Operating as a café since 2015, this versatile space offers a clean, adaptable layout ideal for coffee, tea, boba, food...
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Gary Walswick
KW COMMERCIAL
Serving Orange County, CA
KW COMMERCIAL is a Division of Keller Williams International, the recognized leader in the Real Estate Estate Industry, with almost 180,000 Agents around the world. The Commercial Division is a network of over 2,000 Commercial Real Estate Professionals, strategically placed in key Market Centers around the country. Capitalizing on it's " Local Touch & Global Reach", KW COMMERCIAL delivers a full spectrum of CRE Services, driven by the Client's needs and the highest level of market exposure.
El Dorado County, CA
5,500 SF COMMERCIAL SPACE PLUS 800 SF RENTAL UNIT Asking Price: $1,760,000 High visibility commercial property with robust traffic count of 30,000+ cars per day (per the South Lake Tahoe Chamber of...
$1,760,000
Concord, CA
TURNKEY AUTO/RETAIL PROPERTY - HIGH-VISIBILITY CORNER LOCATION Prime commercial real estate opportunity in Concord's bustling commercial corridor. This well-maintained 1,347 square foot freestanding...
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$30,000
Newark, CA
Idyllwild, CA
Prime location in Idyllwild, California, commercial use building. The property has 5 remodeled motel units, 4 retail rental spaces and 1 built out restaurant space. The Property is zoned C-P-S (Scenic...
$2,200,000
Lompoc, CA
Located in the center of Lompoc, California. Public parking is available....
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Available Nationwide
Thrive with a Recession-Resistant, Essential Service Business Backed by a Proven Business Model
$50,000
See More FranchisesBlythe, CA
Progressive Real Estate Partners is pleased to offer for sale a Valero Gas Station and Circle-K C-Store in the City of Blythe. This site benefits from its position as one of the few essential fueling...
$6,900,000
Indio, CA
Progressive Real Estate Partners is pleased to offer for sale a Gas Station, C-Store, and express car wash in City of Indio. The C-Store and car wash were built in 2018. It has a very new ±4,000 SF...
$5,900,000
Portola, CA
Located in core commercial area of Portola, CA. on Highway 70 with great visibility and daily traffic. This building can suit an investor or a buyer looking for new workspace. Possible uses for the...
$290,000
California
Owner of a large Real Estate Development firm is retiring with over 770 acres of land available for development. Properties are all in California with concentrations in the central valley and along...
$85,000,000
Alameda, CA
This is the first time this preschool is available. Located in Alameda County, Calif. Originally licensed in 2004, 63 PreSchool, 11 Age 0-2 years, has an excellent ongoing operating statement in...
$3,500,000
Sacramento County, CA
We are pleased to offer this Commercial Kitchen Property centrally located and ideally set up for catering and commissary use. The site benefits from its close proximity to Downtown Sacramento, and...
$799,000
Shasta County, CA
BUSINESS ONLY WITH LEASE BACK OF REAL ESTATE --FIRST TIME ON THE MARKET IN 54 YEARS SUCCESSFUL AUTO BODY AND COLLISON REPAIR SHOP WITH REAL ESTATE. INTER MOUNTAIN AUTO BODY WORKS!!!! Full-Service Auto...
$235,000
The demand for local food is exploding, but the small producers at the heart of this movement are often locked out of the digital economy. They lack the easy-to-use tools to manage online sales and...
$25,000
CAN MAKE MORE THAN $40,000 PER YEAR!!!!! I no longer have the time to focus on this business, so my loss is your gain. Rent A Charge is a portable charger vending machine business with five machines...
$11,000
Available Nationwide
AlphaGraphics business-to-business model provides complete marketing, signs and print solutions to help local businesses grow. Our 52 years of experience provides national brand recognition, excellent support, training and growth in a scalable model.
$125,000
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.