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Start-upAverage location $2.2MM w/$422k Return. Cabinet & Countertop Business.

We do the cold calling for you. We generate leads using our well trained call center. As soon as someone gets a building permit approve, we call to congratulate them and set an appointment. We run a...

$59,500

$59,500

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Start-upUnlock Passive Income with S7EVEN's Turnkey Trucking Partnership

Take full ownership of your trucking company with S7EVEN’s passive income trucking partnership. For a single package price, you receive your own truck, fully purchased (Valued at $75,000), while we...

$100,000

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$100,000

Start-up
Start-upLaundromat. Passive Income - Arcade, Vending & Laundry Revenue.

First Affiliate-Owned Unit - 2023 total revenue was $868,659 with $235,276 EBITDA (27%). Our laundromat business model will disrupt the growing but archaic laundromat industry by providing customers...

$575,000

$575,000

Start-up
Start-upProfitable Cabinet Dealership – $250k+ Potential, No Royalties

Are you a successful sales leader, corporate professional, or veteran who has hit an income ceiling? Are you tired of building someone else's dream and ready to invest in a real, tangible asset for...

$250,000

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$250,000

Start-up
Start-upRoof Rejuvenation Biz for sale: Low Cost, High Returns, Big Demand!

Own a Piece of the Future of Roofing – High-Margin, Low-Overhead Dealership Opportunity Looking for a proven, in-demand business with serious growth potential? Roof Rejuvenate USA is one of the...

$30,000

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$30,000

Start-up
Start-upTruck Driving School - Driving Academy - $500K in Sales Guaranteed

Call for details Welcome to our Truck Driving School franchise, called Driving Academy a profitable and growing market that offers a unique opportunity for entrepreneurs to tap into a high-demand...

$50,000

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$50,000

Start-up
Start-up$1 for a Fully Automated Real Estate Investing Business!!

Are you looking for passive income? Would you like to invest in a hands-off opportunity FOR JUST $1 UPFRONT, where an experienced company handles everything from A to Z, and you simply receive 70% of...

$1

$1

Start-up
Start-upNational Senior PCA, Home Health Care & Hospice Franchise

Are you interested in a healthcare career? And if you are a veteran, transitioning military member, or spouse, we want to help you join our military-connected $0 Fee Veteran Program with no upfront...

$30,000

$30,000

Start-up
Prime USC adjacent Smoke Shop, all inventory included!

Los Angeles, CA

Located in a prime location within 1 block of the Greek Houses of USC, just one block away from the USC school campus in a Starbucks Anchored Retail Center including popular restaurants with a parking...

$150,000

$150,000

Established, Award-Winning Surrogacy & Egg Donation Agency

Los Angeles County, CA

A premier surrogacy and egg donation agency based in Los Angeles, is now available for acquisition. Founded in 2013, this well-established and reputable business has built a strong presence in the...

$1,800,000

$1,800,000

Cash Flow: $2,160,000

For Sale 98 Cents Supper Store plus.

Bloomington, CA

LOC: 9974 Bloomington Ave, Bloomington CA 92316. Are you looking for a well-established retail business with diverse inventory in clothing, accessories, and household products? look no further! This...

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$249,000

$249,000

High End Fashion Store with Hollywood clients (Motivated Seller)--B2W

Los Angeles, CA

High-end boutique store for sale in Los Angeles close to Hollywood and Beverly Hills. Gross sales around $500,000. Potential growth for Clientele including multi generations and Hollywood industry...

$300,000

$300,000

Cash Flow: $210,000

A Passive Toy Vending Machine That Makes $54,000/Year in the U.S.?!

$30,000 - San Diego, CA

$30,000

San Diego, CA

Del Mar Pool Service Route for Sale

San Diego County, CA

Includes business name, website, logo and magnetic vehicle signs. Year-round service, desirable area, long term stable clients built over the last decade. Highly desirable pools, fairly tight route,...

$52,800

$52,800

Cash Flow: $62,000

La Jolla Pool Service Route for Sale

San Diego County, CA

High income for easy pools. Perfect starter route. Own your own recession-proof business. Create your own schedule - no evenings or weekends. Work from home or an office. Unlimited earnings with...

$24,000

$24,000

Cash Flow: $27,000

Yusef Mijalli

Gentile Real Estate

Serving Fresno County, CA

At Gentile Commercial, we specialize in facilitating seamless business transactions for buyers and sellers. With a deep understanding of market trends, valuation, and negotiation, our team is dedicated to helping entrepreneurs transition smoothly, whether buying their first business or selling an established enterprise. We prioritize integrity, confidentiality, and personalized service to ensure each deal is tailored to meet the unique goals of our clients. From small businesses to larger enterprises, we guide our clients every step of the way, maximizing value and ensuring a successful outcome. Your business journey deserves expert support—let us be your trusted partner in navigating the complexities of buying or selling a business.

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Neighborhood Type 48 Sports Bar $175,000 RX #9035101

Carmichael, CA

We are pleased to offer this popular Neighborhood Sports Bar with a great casual vibe. Patrons count this welcoming bar as a favorite place to meet friends for Happy Hour or to catch a big Game on one...

$175,000

$175,000

Branded Gas Station with High Volume C-Store Sales - Business Only

San Diego, CA

Price Dropped...Price Dropped....by $300,000. Branded Gas Station with High Volume C-Store Sales Price Dropped.....Price Dropped.....Price Dropped..... High Volume C-Store, Good Net Profit, Business...

$2,200,000

$2,200,000

Multi-Unit (10+) Round Table Pizza in California

Fresno, CA

Since its founding in 1959, Round Table Pizza has been recognized as "Pizza Royalty™” for its homemade dough, signature three-cheese blend and gold-standard ingredients topped to the edge. Customers...

$4,350,000

$4,350,000

Cash Flow: $666,825

Prime Location Chevron On Sale ( Business only )

Bakersfield, CA

PROFITABLE CHEVRON GAS STATION - PRIME BAKERSFIELD LOCATION This established Chevron gas station presents an exceptional investment opportunity in a high-traffic Bakersfield location. Strategically...

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$2,400,000

$2,400,000

Profitable 2-Store Subway Bundle - $142K SDE

Irvine, CA

Rare opportunity to acquire two cash-flowing Subway locations in prime Orange County markets. Established operations, experienced teams, and semi-absentee management deliver immediate returns with...

$525,000

$525,000

Cash Flow: $142,000

Bistro / Catering / Ghost Kitchen

Riverside, CA

Turnkey Riverside Bistro – Priced to Sell! Dreaming of owning your own restaurant? Here’s your chance. This fully equipped French Bistro is ready for a new owner. Located in a busy Riverside shopping...

$49,988

$49,988

Subway Franchise - Asset Price - $35K+ SDE Potential

Costa Mesa, CA

Exceptional value opportunity for a hands-on operator to acquire an established Subway location at equipment cost. Perfect turnaround situation for an experienced restaurateur who can optimize...

$145,000

$145,000

Cash Flow: $35,000

Established and Profitable Catering Business – Sonoma County

$350,000 - Sonoma County, CA

$350,000

Sonoma County, CA

Patrick Sheehy

Santa Rosa Business & Commercial

Premium Subway Location - $125K+ SDE Potential

Huntington Beach, CA

Rare chance to acquire a premium Subway location at exceptional value pricing. Previously high-performing store with proven $590K+ revenue capability offers significant recovery upside for experienced...

$165,000

$165,000

Cash Flow: $125,000

Hibachi + Sushi Concept - Full Bar - Downtown Location

Riverside County, CA

What a concept! This modern hibachi and sushi restaurant is located in the heart of a vibrant downtown district, surrounded by both thriving businesses and affluent residential communities. With a...

$715,888

$715,888

Cash Flow: $400,000

Established Nekter Franchise

Anaheim, CA

Take advantage of this rare opportunity to own a profitable and fully operational Nekter Juice Bar in a high-traffic location. This well-established franchise location has built a strong reputation in...

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$179,900

$179,900

Outpatient Hospice Care & Home Health Care Agencies Combo-Turnkey

Temecula, CA

Very Clean-Well Established -Operatinal-Profitable-Outpatient Hospice Care And Home Health Care Agencies In Temecula, Riverside County. Both Agencies Are Over 36 Months Rule-100% CHOW Right Away!...

$990,000

$990,000

Well Established Armenian Bakery

Canyon Country, CA

Well established bakery being the only one to serve Armenian Baked goods in all of Santa Clarita Valley. Customers come from all over Santa Clarita Valley and beyond. Customers visit from as far as...

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Cash Flow: $144,000

Indian Fijian Bangladeshi and Afghani Store With Meat Department.

Modesto, CA

This is Must Buy business: Indian, Fijian, Bangladeshi, Afghani grocery in Modesto. Inventory, shelves, 7 freezers, 3 refrigerators, meat cutter, equipment included. Spices, rice, halal, sweets,...

$130,000

$130,000

#1 Home Cleaning Franchise - $125K Net Income - SBA Approved!!

Bakersfield, CA

Golden opportunity to own the leading home cleaning franchise in Bakersfield, California! This established business generates $113K annual cash flow with a fully trained 10-person team already in...

$299,000

$299,000

Cash Flow: $125,000

Thriving Home Health and Hospice Bundle

Beverly Hills, CA

For Sale: Thriving California Licensed Home Health & Hospice Bundle – Active Patients, Hospital Referrals, Prime Location Location: Greater Los Angeles, California Status: Medicare-Certified, Clean...

$2,000,002

$2,000,002

Unattended Retail 12 Machine Vending Route

Sacramento County, CA

This is an unattended retail route, with 12 High-Tech vending machines that are strategically located in high traffic locations. Every machine is wi-fi equipped and can be monitored remotely offering...

$149,000

$149,000

Cash Flow: $73,400

Established Restaurant in Historic Julian, CA

$199,000 - Julian, CA

$199,000

Julian, CA

Profitable Firearms Training & Retail Business – Prime Location

San Mateo, CA

Your chance to acquire a profitable firearms instruction and retail business with 20+ years of proven success serving the Bay Area market. Business Overview Founded in 1999, this respected firearms...

$325,000

$325,000

Cash Flow: $134,654

Furniture story for sale stablished Furniture & Home Goods Bu San Jose

San Jose, CA

Business Overview: Massa Home is a well-established furniture and home goods business specializing in modern and stylish pieces sourced directly from China. Operating since 2023, the business has a...

$200,000

$200,000

Cash Flow: $50,000

Turn Key Staging Established Home Staging Business for Sale – San Jose

San Jose, CA

An established and profitable home staging company with a strong client base is available for sale. The company specializes in staging residential properties, primarily working with a diverse group of...

$350,000

$350,000

Cash Flow: $120,000

Low Rent Japanese Sushi Restaurant

Citrus Heights, CA

Step into booking business in the heart of Downtown Hayward! This Japanese restaurant is perfectly situated in an area with heavy foot traffic and is designed for immediate operation. Seize this...

$150,000

$150,000

Innovative Home Preschool w/ Waitlist

Pleasanton, CA

This is an innovative home preschool and daycare. Established since 2017, it has a wonderful reputation and a perfect 5 star rating on both Google and Yelp.This program is full year round and has a...

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$150,000

$150,000

Cash Flow: $147,120

Location!!!!! Popular Franchise Restaurant For Sale

San Bernardino County, CA

We’re pleased to present an incredible opportunity to purchase a franchise restaurant with with annual sales exceeding $2.22 million, fully equipped, well-training team and ready for immediate...

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$699,000

$699,000

Price Dropped...Price Dropped....Circle K Store with Hard Liquor Licen

Fullerton, CA

Price Dropped...Price Dropped....Circle K Store with Hard Liquor License Price Dropped...Price Dropped....Price Dropped....to $1,200,000 Excellent Location...Circle K with Hard Liquor License...

$1,200,000

$1,200,000

David Blatteis

Blatteis Realty Co. Inc.

Serving San Francisco County, CA

Independently owned and operated since 1922, Blatteis Realty was one of the first San Francisco real estate companies to specialize in retail and office space for lease. By emphasizing cooperation amongst our own team members as well as the brokerage community, our company's presence and knowledge of San Francisco and the Greater Bay Area has, for almost a century, secured the multigenerational loyalty of Property Owners, Institutional Organizations, Tenants, Principal Developers, and Brokers. Blatteis Realty's reputation for collaboration, knowledge, and extensive service grew alongside San Francisco's rise as a world center and international destination for fashion, retail, and entertainment. Our firm is a full-service brokerage company that covers the complete range of commercial real estate transactions: Retail Real Estate Services, Investment Sales & Acquisitions, Tenant Representation, Landlord Representation, Location Strategy Services, Commercial Real Estate Consulting Services, Property Management, and more. Our team of experts knows the value of maintaining relationships. Our clients know us for our knowledge and integrity. For a complete list of the services offered, please browse our website or contact us directly.

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Subway Franchise – Fresh Remodel, Modern Design, No Extra Costs!

Santa Rosa, CA

Business Description: Subway franchise for sale in an excellent Santa Rosa location. Established in 1989, this store has been successfully operated by the current owner since 2004. Recently remodeled...

$250,000

$250,000

Turnkey Restaurant – Montebello, CA | Perfect for NEW CONCEPT | BRAND

Montebello, CA

Legend Hot Chicken in Montebello presents a rare turnkey opportunity for an operator seeking a modern, fully built-out restaurant space in a high-traffic corridor just off the 60 Freeway. With 1,903...

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$140,000

$140,000

Cash Flow: $115,000

B2B Marketing Print & Promo & Marketing Business

$150,000 - San Luis Obispo County, CA

$150,000

San Luis Obispo County, CA

Minuteman Press International

Minuteman Press

Restaurant For Sale in Los Angeles

Los Angeles, CA

Established Brazilian Restaurant Sale - Prime Sunset Boulevard Location This newly built 1,610 square foot Brazilian restaurant presents an exceptional opportunity in one of Los Angeles' most vibrant...

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$149,000

$149,000

San Dimas Pool Service Route for Sale

Los Angeles County, CA

Very tight Route with many of the pools either on the same street or are geographically close together, making for very easy planning and efficiencies. Profit wise route with chlorine and salt being...

$184,200

$184,200

Cash Flow: $188,500

Preschool Business For Sale San Jose, CA

San Jose, CA

Located in East San Jose, a busy commercial an d residential area. The property sits along Story Road, a well- traveled corridor with convenient access to shopping centers, restaurants, schools, and...

$800,000

$800,000

Hemet Pool Service Route for Sale

Riverside County, CA

Very tight Route with many of the pools either on the same street or are geographically close together, making for very easy planning and efficiencies. Profit wise route with chlorine and salt being...

$96,000

$96,000

Cash Flow: $106,000

Decades-Strong Organic Alive Foods Distribution Plant & Brand

Alameda County, CA

This established live, organic food manufacturer has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality, certified organic and kosher products that consumers trust. With sustainable sourcing,...

$400,000

$400,000

San Jose: Liquor Store for sale

San Jose, CA

Prime, busy intersection in San Jose, Santa Clara County with high visibility and excellent parking. Annual Sales: Approx. $925,000 (per seller, not verified by broker). Inventory (Estimated $275,000,...

$665,000

$665,000

California Staffing Firm with Recurring Revenue

California

This 35+ year-old staffing firm offers temporary staffing, direct hire, and retained executive search services. The business serves a wide range of industries—including administration, accounting, HR,...

$15,000,000

$15,000,000

Cash Flow: $3,056,756

Established bakery specialized in babkas

San Francisco, CA

We are Braid Bakery, an LLC specializing in high-quality sweet and savory babkas. We operate out of a commercial kitchen in San Francisco with a lease that can be continued. We have a strong brand...

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$30,000

$30,000

Cash Flow: $10,000

Newly updated and modernized 24HR 9Round Kickbox Fitness franchise

Riverside, CA

Established 9Round Kickboxing Fitness Franchise - Riverside, CA This turnkey 24-hour fitness franchise presents an exceptional opportunity to acquire a profitable, established business with strong...

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$35,000

$35,000

28 years Established Mountain Mikes Pizza Franchise

Jackson, CA

Easy to operate, Can be operated with very low labor costs. Our low overhead compared to many other types of restaurant style businesses is what sets this apart to be a money maker for any owner...

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$450,000

$450,000

Established Window & Gutter Cleaning Business – High Recurring Revenue

Santa Clara County, CA

This profitable, home-based window and gutter cleaning business has been serving Santa Clara County and parts of the East Bay for over 40 years. The owner is retiring, creating a rare opportunity to...

$248,000

$248,000

Cash Flow: $116,256

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.