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Charming Confectionary Store for Sale

Nevada County, CA

Nestled in the heart of a busy historic little town, is a charming, family-owned chocolate shoppe that has been delighting locals and visitors alike with handcrafted confections for generations. They...

$425,000

$425,000

Cash Flow: $149,170

AI SaaS Platform – Scalable B2B Solution

Orange County, CA

Innovative B2B SaaS platform specializing in AI-powered image management, available for acquisition. The solution automates bulk image renaming and metadata generation—two of the most labor-intensive...

Not Disclosed

Cash Flow: $120,000

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Cash Flow: $120,000

Japanese Sushi Restaurant With B & W

Laguna Niguel, CA

MONTHLY GROSS: $51,000 MONTHLY RENT: $6,200 + $1,200 NNN. LEASE TERMS: 1 +NEGOTIABLE WITH LL. STORE SIZE: 1,300 SF. SEATING CAPACITY: 32. OWNER SINCE: 2016 REASON FOR SELLING: SELLER IS RETIRING....

$195,000

$195,000

Cash Flow: $60,000

Well Established Junk Hauling business

Petaluma, CA

A fantastic opportunity awaits a motivated buyer to acquire a well-established junk removal and recycling business in the desirable Sonoma, California market. Opened over a decade ago, this business...

$331,000

$331,000

10 FedEx Ground Routes - Fairfield, CA - Highly Profitable

Fairfield, CA

FedEx Ground Routes for Sale: Well-established and highly profitable FedEx Ground routes. All routes are contiguous, making load sharing among routes efficient. Each business, which is comprised of...

$1,375,000

$1,375,000

Cash Flow: $428,000

Story-Driven Escape Experience

Orange County, CA

This Southern California-based escape room business delivers one-of-a-kind, interactive adventures designed to captivate guests through custom-built environments and original storylines. With a...

$720,000

$720,000

Cash Flow: $220,000

10 FedEx Ground Routes - San Leandro, CA - Seller Financing

San Leandro, CA

FedEx Ground Routes for Sale: Well-established and highly profitable FedEx Ground routes. All routes are contiguous, making load sharing among routes efficient. Each business, which is comprised of...

$1,000,000

$1,000,000

Cash Flow: $360,189

1 FedEx Linehaul Route - Tracy, CA - Highly Profitable

Tracy, CA

FedEx Linehaul Routes for Sale: Well-established and highly profitable FedEx Linehaul routes. All routes are contiguous, making load sharing among routes efficient. Each business, which is comprised...

$250,000

$250,000

Cash Flow: $83,722

Prime Glendale Turnkey Market & Cafe Opportunity

Glendale, CA

Prime Glendale Turnkey Market & Cafe Opportunity, Fully Equipped & Ready to Grow! Now is your chance to own a fully built-out food market or cafe in the heart of Glendale's bustling commercial...

$219,000

$219,000

Franchise Ice cream store for sale-High volume

Solano County, CA

Indulge in sweetness! This is a great opportunity for a new owner to own an established ice cream business. The only Baskin Robbins in town! This store is one of the highest sale stores in the Baskin...

$349,000

$349,000

Cash Flow: $122,062

Profitable Quick Serve Restaurant Priced to Sell

Paramount, CA

Beautiful QSR at a busy signalized corner. tons of foot , car, commercial & residential all around. Type 41 ABC license. good volume & profit for an owner operator. Name, concept & intellectual...

$175,000

$175,000

Cash Flow: $278,000

Cigar & Cigarette City-Well Established Smoke Shop For Sale

Folsom, CA

Profitable smoke shop in a prime Folsom location! Cigar & Cigarette City generates strong cash flow with minimal owner involvement, making it a great absentee-run investment or hands-on opportunity....

$250,000

$250,000

$114K First-Year Sales – Turn key food truck, Roasting & Event Equip

$75,000 - Los Angeles County, CA

$75,000

Los Angeles County, CA

Healthy Alternative

Suisun City, CA

Imagine yourself stepping into this thriving juice bar in Suisun City, where health-conscious customers have been coming back for over a year. You'll love how this well-established business has built...

$100,000

$100,000

New Installations And Repairs - HVAC Business

Los Angeles, CA

The sale price of this HVAC business includes vehicles and all essential equipment needed for daily operations. This successful heating and air conditioning business consistently achieves strong...

$250,000

$250,000

Cash Flow: $208,100

Bashir Tariq

REMAX COMMERCIAL

Serving Los Angeles County, CA

C21 Commercial 15325 Fairfield Ranch Rd, Suite 100 Chino Hills CA 91709 951-269-3000 DIRECTOR: BUSINESS SALES and COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE CALL NOW FOR COMPLIMENTARY ANALYSIS - CONSULTATION and PROFESSIONAL REPRESENTATION

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Make money two ways with this company

Fountain Valley, CA

One-of-a-Kind Deal! This unique opportunity offers two powerful revenue streams in one company. On one side, it is a long-standing leader with a signature product that has been loved for over 30...

$90,000

$90,000

Restaurant in a busy Area of Ventura , Next to the Mall

Ventura, CA

Restaurant in Ventura , next to the Mall , Next to Pacific high school and business center of Ventura , Great Location, Need to see it to appreciate the location. Employees in Place too....

$35,000

$35,000

Well-Located Japanese Restaurant with Strong Potential

Carson, CA

Don’t miss this rare opportunity to acquire a long-standing, well-established Japanese restaurant with a strong reputation and loyal customer base. This business has been successfully operated by the...

$345,000

$345,000

Currently a renowned bakery and breakfast & lunch location.

Corona Del Mar, CA

Established for years in Downtown Corona Del Mar with a charming patio in front. Has ability to open for dinner, should new owner want. Full Kitchen adaptable to many concept, too. Seller will train....

$475,000

$475,000

Established & Trusted Sports Medicine Practice

Huntington Beach, CA

Comprehensive Healthcare Clinic specializing in Musculoskeletal care, sports performance, and overall wellness....

$350,000

$350,000

Cash Flow: $190,000

Tutti Frutti, High Vol & Net, 13 yrs, Retiring

Los Angeles County, CA

Established for over 15 years and operated by the current owner for the past 13 years, this turnkey frozen yogurt shop presents an excellent business opportunity. The business benefits from a loyal...

$279,000

$279,000

Cash Flow: $108,000

Move in ready in Long Beach

Long Beach, CA

Free standing Long Beach location with dedicated parking. Near new touch screen equipment with upgraded electrical, plumbing and heating. Quartz folding tables and epoxy floors give a bright clean...

$1,500,000

$1,500,000

10+ Yr Business Brokerage and M&A Firm

$1,200,000 - Los Angeles County, CA

$1,200,000

Los Angeles County, CA

Tutti Frutti, High Vol & Net,13 yrs, Retire.

Panorama City, CA

Established for over 15 years and operated by the current owner for the past 13 years, this turnkey frozen yogurt shop presents an excellent business opportunity. The business benefits from a loyal...

$279,000

$279,000

Cash Flow: $108,000

Coaching Kids Tennis After-School Business For Sale San Diego County

San Diego County, CA

Established in 2013, this home-based business partners with local schools to provide structured tennis instruction for kids, primarily from five (5) to twelve (12) years old, after school, at the...

$179,000

$179,000

Cash Flow: $63,337

Highly Profitable 30-Year ISO-Certified CNC Machining Firm

San Jose, CA

This ISO-certified CNC machining firm provides precision components for a diversified set of industries, including semiconductor, telecom, medical device, and clean air equipment manufacturing. With...

$2,750,000

$2,750,000

Cash Flow: $650,863

Exclusive Turnkey Home Services Business in High-Growth Market!

Los Angeles County, CA

Discover a thriving, veteran-led home improvement operation in a booming Southern California region. This established business offers a comprehensive suite of specialized services, delivering...

$1,800,000

$1,800,000

Cash Flow: $661,106

Luxury Mobile Grooming Service with Mercedes Sprinter Van

San Diego, CA

SBA Pre-Approved! Amazing opportunity to acquire a profitable, all-inclusive mobile pet grooming business serving San Diego County. With over 300 loyal clients and services booked months in advance,...

$249,999

$249,999

Cash Flow: $105,143

13 FedEx Ground Routes - San Leandro, CA - Seller & Vehicle Financing

San Leandro, CA

Asking Price: $450,000 in outright cash, plus $500,000 in estimated possible vehicle financing, plus $450,000 in seller financing (Total Purchase Price: $1,400,000). FedEx Ground Routes for Sale:...

$450,000

$450,000

Cash Flow: $265,595

13 FedEx Ground Routes - San Leandro, CA - Highly Profitable

San Leandro, CA

FedEx Ground Routes for Sale: Well-established and highly profitable FedEx Ground routes. All routes are contiguous, making load sharing among routes efficient. Each business, which is comprised of...

$1,400,000

$1,400,000

Cash Flow: $481,508

8 FedEx Ground Routes - Anaheim, CA - Vehicle Financing

Anaheim, CA

Asking Price: $875,000 in outright cash plus $175,000 in estimated possible vehicle financing (Total Purchase Price: $1,050,000). FedEx Ground Routes for Sale: Well-established and highly profitable...

$875,000

$875,000

Cash Flow: $235,188

16 FedEx Ground Routes - Fresno, CA - Vehicle Financing

Fresno, CA

Asking Price: $1,200,000 in outright cash plus $325,000 in estimated possible vehicle financing (Total Purchase Price: $1,525,000). FedEx Ground Routes for Sale: Well-established and highly profitable...

$1,200,000

$1,200,000

Cash Flow: $502,977

Business for Sale – $450,000 Prime Pacific Heights Location

$450,000 - San Francisco, CA

$450,000

San Francisco, CA

12 FedEx Ground Routes - San Francisco, CA - Seller & Vehicle Finance

San Francisco, CA

Asking Price: $850,000 in outright cash, plus $225,000 in estimated possible vehicle financing, plus $350,000 in seller financing (Total Purchase Price: $1,425,000). FedEx Ground Routes for Sale:...

$850,000

$850,000

Cash Flow: $523,705

Middle eastern grocery market

Modesto, CA

Middle eastern Market located in the heart of Modesto. Big potential...

$180,000

$180,000

Cash Flow: $80,000

Established Mediterranean Kitchen+Ghost Kitchens – Sale or Partnership

Los Angeles, CA

Turn-key opportunity to own or partner in a fully operational Mediterranean fast-casual restaurant located inside a food hall with hundreds of apartments directly above it, creating a steady stream of...

$128,000

$128,000

Southern Los Angeles County Auto Repair Shop – $2M Revenue

Los Angeles County, CA

Presenting a lucrative investment opportunity: a fully operational auto repair shop located in bustling Southern Los Angeles County. This expansive facility generates an impressive $2 million in...

$1,095,000

$1,095,000

Cash Flow: $343,500

Established plumbing business for sale

Northridge, CA

* PLUMBING BUSINESS FOR SALE – TURNKEY OPPORTUNITY * 6 Years in Business – Established, Reputable & Profitable * Prime Location – Low Rent in the Heart of San Fernando Valley * 130+ 5-Star Reviews –...

$495,000

$495,000

Cash Flow: $465,000

Dual-Shop Auto Facility + Real Estate in Prime Zoning Corridor

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Contra Costa County, CA

This rare Bay Area two-building property includes 8,000± SF across dual-auto facilities with fully operational body and mechanical shops. Situated on a 10,019 SF corner lot in a highly trafficked...

$2,800,000

$2,800,000

Cash Flow: $220,763

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Nice Clean Self Car Wash with good Income and Property

Irvine, CA

This location has business and resident area and in and out is easy. The building and all machines are it loos good for them. 1). Monthly gross is $ 45,000. per month 2). size is approx.17,746 SF (.41...

$4,400,000

$4,400,000

Cash Flow: $300,000

Jason Hullender

IAG

Serving Riverside County, CA

IAG M&A Advisors is a nationwide business intermediary consulting firm that facilitates the buying & selling of businesses with the goals of our clients at heart. With over 100 years of combined management experience, our team gets to know each of our clients personally to understand their values & businesses. Our experience & leadership in the M&A industry has helped the owners of privately-held companies “cash in” on all their hard work and get the best payoff possible. Please refer any inquiries and send any NDAs to buyers@iag-service.com.

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Contemporary rental Salon , 11 stations , Affluent city

Mission Viejo, CA

This salon is a rare gem in the South County area. It is a turnkey operation with 11 stations and one treatment room . There are 4 stations available. Located in an affluent city and neighborhood in...

$79,000

$79,000

Cash Flow: $40,000

1500 Sq Ft - Fully Equipped Mongolian BBQ – near Marina Del Ray

Los Angeles County, CA

1500 Sq Ft - Fully Equipped Mongolian BBQ – Located near Marina Del Ray, Los Angeles County RRC#: 5127 Offered at $125,000 Location: Los Angeles County General Information: Remodeled in January 2025...

$125,000

$125,000

Turn-Key Marketing Agency w/ High Monthly Recurring Revenue

$750,000 - Santa Barbara, CA

$750,000

Santa Barbara, CA

Restaurant

Contra Costa County, CA

$99,000 – Turnkey Restaurant Opportunity Beautiful dinner house in a landmark location with tremendous potential — ideal for an Italian restaurant, upscale steakhouse, or BBQ house. This large,...

$99,000

$99,000

Vending Machine Route Business -Absentee Owned - SC2243

Sacramento, CA

Northern California Vending Machine Route Business - Absentee Owned and Motivated Sellers! - SC2243 Financial Information Asking Price: $74,900 Cash Flow: On request Gross Revenue: $450,000 Down...

$74,900

$74,900

Italian Wine Import & Distribution Company – Licensed in 10 states

Los Angeles County, CA

$100K of inventory included. Established import and distribution business specializing in bringing rare and distinctive Italian varietals to the U.S. market. The company has built a versatile...

$200,000

$200,000

Cash Flow: $21,131

Profitable, Healthy Food, Quick Serve Concept, Proven Franchise

Orange County, CA

Profitable, Healthy Food, Quick Serve Concept, Proven Franchise Location with $125k+ Annual Seller Earnings (SDE) RRC#: 5126 Offered at $279,000 Location: Orange County Annual Revenue: $500,000 Annual...

$279,000

$279,000

Long established catering company for sale

Contra Costa County, CA

Long established family run catering company is for sale. The sellers are the landlord of a 5000 +/- sq ft building which has been especially designed for successful catering. They have been charging...

$150,000

$150,000

Cash Flow: $200,000

Liquor Store In OC--CA

Cypress, CA

Liquor Store with great location on a major street. Nice neighborhood with lots of apartments. A family run business and now need to sell due to family member needing untimely medical attention. Newer...

$299,000

$299,000

Only Open 3-Hours Per Weekday! Huge Lunch Traffic w/Takeout Delivery

San Francisco County, CA

Only Open 3-Hours Per Weekday! Huge Lunch Traffic w/Takeout Delivery & Catering Power! Downtown SF is Back! RRC#5124 Asking Price: $195,000 Location: San Francisco County Annual Revenue: $587,712...

$195,000

$195,000

Turnkey Dumpling restaurant for sale

Sacramento, CA

This is a fully equipped and operating Dumpling restaurant located in the busy Sacramento Power Inn commercial corridor. With a modern open kitchen and professional 10-ft Type 1 hood, the space is...

$80,000

$80,000

Japanese Sushi Restaurant in Woodland Hills

Woodland Hills, CA

Restaurant Size: 2,200 SF Monthly Rent: $9,247.00 including CAM fees. Lease Term: 1/2027 Options: 5 years Annual Sales; $950,000.00+ Occupancies: 10 at the Sushi Bar and 42 in Dining. Beer and Wine...

$200,000

$200,000

Turnkey Law Practice with 10,000+ Estate Clients & Strong Referral Net

Walnut Creek, CA

Perfect acquisition for a solo practitioner seeking immediate credibility or a growing firm looking to expand its client base.Well-established law firm with a proven track record in estate planning,...

$2,900,000

$2,900,000

Cash Flow: $828,541

Profitable, Covered Patio, Great Location, High Traffic, 4.5 Stars

San Clemente, CA

This is a fantastic opportunity to take over a profitable restaurant with a strong local following and a classic San Clemente vibe. Chef-driven menu, scratch cooking, highly-curated beer and wine...

$299,000

$299,000

Cash Flow: $80,000

Buy 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

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.