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Established Nail & Skin Care Business - Franchise Support

Fremont, CA

This is a rare opportunity to own a turnkey franchise beauty spa specializing in nail care and skincare services in a high-traffic, upscale location. The business is fully operational with trained...

$100,000

$100,000

Breakfast, Lunch Cafe So OC Beach Location

Orange County, CA

Great location South Orange County Beach location. Busy traffic, major beach attractions right across the street. Tons of new multi-story residential recently built and much more in process very...

$200,000

$200,000

Retail Pharmacy near major Hospital in Downtown Los Angeles. All PBMs

Los Angeles, CA

Established in 2024, the retail pharmacy is located in Downtown Los Angeles. ~ 2,500 sq. ft. of space, a new 5+5 lease will be signed with a qualified buyer. Most of the major insurances are accepted....

$225,880

$225,880

Cash Flow: $56,800

Turnkey Café Space– Prime Opportunity!

Ventura, CA

The Cafe currently serves lite fare, bakery goods, lunch items and coffee. A fully built-out 1,210 sq ft café space is now available – perfect for a coffee shop, sandwich shop, or light fare concept....

$99,000

$99,000

Turnkey Fastest Labs Franchise Location, Exclusive Territories

San Diego County, CA

This fully operational drug, alcohol, and DNA testing business operates under a nationally recognized franchise system and covers three exclusive territories. The facility is located in a retail...

$210,000

$210,000

Operating 6-Bed Residential Treatment and Detox Facility

Santa Ana, CA

This is an exceptional opportunity to acquire a fully licensed and Joint Commission accredited behavioral health facility in Orange County. This 6-bed, co-ed treatment center holds Level of Care...

$400,000

$400,000

16 FedEx Ground Routes - Santa Rosa (Windsor), CA - Seller Financing

Santa Rosa, 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...

$1,900,000

$1,900,000

Cash Flow: $633,484

6 FedEx Ground Routes - Santa Fe Springs, CA - Highly Profitable

Santa Fe Springs, 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...

$575,000

$575,000

Cash Flow: $184,216

GMP Supplement & OTC Manufacturer in CA – Huge Growth Potential

Placentia, CA

Privately held contract manufacturer specializing in dietary supplements and over-the-counter (OTC) drug products for both human and veterinary markets. Established in 1999 and based in Placentia,...

$4,000,000

$4,000,000

Cash Flow: $569,594

South Bay-Franchise Hair Salon with Established Cliental & Staff

Los Angeles County, CA

Step into Ownership of a Well-Established Franchise Hair Salon – Absentee Run Established in 1985, this long-standing franchise hair salon has been serving a loyal clientele for nearly 40 years....

$68,900

$68,900

Cash Flow: $37,370

Premier Custom Cabinet Business – Expandable & Profitable

Van Nuys, CA

This well-established manufacturer has been delivering high-quality custom wood cabinets, millwork, and finish carpentry for over two decades, serving both residential and commercial high-end...

$1,200,000

$1,200,000

Cash Flow: $400,000

Seller financing Available - Tailoring/Alterations

Redlands, CA

Professional tailoring service that specializes in providing high-quality custom garment alterations and repairs. Catering to both individual and corporate clients, our services include bespoke...

$85,000

$85,000

Cash Flow: $80,000

Los Angeles Restaurant, Bar & Brewpub – Neighborhood Favorite!

Los Angeles, CA

This brewery and public house, located on Los Angeles’s West Side, offers house-made brews, craft cocktails, and California comfort food in a welcoming atmosphere in what is likely its area’s most...

$350,000

$350,000

Cash Flow: $670,743

Loan Service Businesses FOR SALE ("TURN-KEY")

40yo, Profitable & Turnkey Screen Printing & Embroidery Business

San Diego, CA

Since 1984, this local screen printing and embroidery business has been a go-to destination for individuals and businesses seeking high quality screening, embroidery, signs and decals (including...

$220,000

$220,000

Cash Flow: $55,220

***For Sale: Thriving Auto Repair Shops!***

Riverside, CA

Established Auto Repair & Service Shop - Riverside, CA This turnkey auto repair center presents an excellent opportunity for an experienced automotive professional or investor seeking immediate entry...

$75,000

$75,000

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California Mergers and Acquisitions

Serving Orange County, CA

Transworld Business Advisors is a world leader in the marketing and sale of businesses, franchises, and commercial real estate. Transworld offers professional services that brings buyers and sellers together whether you represent an acquisition minded corporation or are personally interested in owning your own company. We serve all business owners in Southern CA with offices in San Berbardino County, Orange County, and San Diego County.

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Prime Location Established Bubble Tea Shop

California

Step into ownership of a well-loved bubble tea shop with a loyal customer base, in a prestigious Bay Area mall, and strong online ratings. Located in a busy district near schools and offices, this...

$550,000

$550,000

Cash Flow: $220,697

Liquor Store with Property near LAX

Los Angeles County, CA

Liquor Store with Property near Los Angeles Airport is for sale. The business open from 8 AM to 2AM next day. The sale includes a 2Br 1 Ba House in the 10,645 SF Lot. The size of the building is 4,558...

$3,000,000

$3,000,000

Established Multi-Platform Men’s Apparel eCommerce

Los Angeles County, CA

This is a rare opportunity to acquire a well-established men’s apparel business selling across four major eCommerce platforms: Amazon, eBay (two accounts), and Walmart. With over a decade of operating...

$100,000

$100,000

Cash Flow: $72,000

Established Multi-Platform Men’s Apparel eCommerce

Los Angeles County, CA

This is a rare opportunity to acquire a well-established men’s apparel business selling across four major eCommerce platforms: Amazon, eBay (two accounts), and Walmart. With over a decade of operating...

$199,000

$199,000

Cash Flow: $72,000

Neighborhood Market Business For Sale

Fresno, CA

Excellent opportunity to acquire a well-established market with beer and wine license included. Located on a busy corner with strong visibility and consistent traffic, this store is positioned for...

$220,000

$220,000

Sandwich Shop in Foods Village Center In IRVINE

Irvine, CA

1). Monthly gross sale is $35,000 2). Monthly rents $ 1,800 + $ 900 NNN 3). Lease Has 5 Year + 0 Years 4). Size is approx. 550 SF.+ Patio Out Side 5). Ample Parking lot 6) Pay Roll has $6,000 per...

$220,000

$220,000

Cash Flow: $144,000

Retail Shipping & Business Services Store with Growth Potential

Los Angeles, CA

This is a retail packing and shipping store partnered with major carriers such as UPS, USPS, and FedEx. In addition to shipping, the store offers a variety of ancillary services including copying,...

$70,000

$70,000

Cash Flow: $66,000

6 FedEx Ground Routes - Bradenton, FL - Vehicle Financing

Bradenton, CA

Asking Price: $450,000 in outright cash plus $150,000 in estimated possible vehicle financing (Total Purchase Price: $600,000). FedEx Ground Routes for Sale: Well-established and highly profitable...

$450,000

$450,000

Cash Flow: $93,075

Own a Global Brand – Leguano® Franchise, 250+ Stores in 21 Countries

Established Pest Control Biz - Recurring Revenue

Sacramento County, CA

Long-established pest control company with 20+ years of organic growth and a stellar reputation. Serving 5 counties, this business generates strong recurring revenue and high cash flow from a solid...

$740,000

$740,000

Cash Flow: $250,853

Restaurant For Sale – Fully Equipped Breakfast and Lunch Spot !

Pasadena, CA

Restaurant For Sale – Fully Equipped Breakfast and Lunch Spot in Old Town Pasadena Selling a well-established breakfast and lunch restaurant located in the heart of Old Town Pasadena, one of the most...

$400,000

$400,000

Auto Glass Shop

Santa Clara County, CA

Auto Glass has been providing high-quality auto glass services for over 21 years,services, including windshield replacement, side, and back window repairs.They specialize in windshield calibration for...

$650,000

$650,000

Cash Flow: $158,829

Auto Glass Shop

Santa Clara County, CA

Auto Glass has been providing high-quality auto glass services for over 21 years,services, including windshield replacement, side, and back window repairs.They specialize in windshield calibration for...

$650,000

$650,000

Cash Flow: $158,829

Meat Grocery Market - Los Angeles

Los Angeles, CA

Meat Market Grocery Store --- LA Prime Location: Corner unit in a busy central market with lots of foot traffic. High Demand, Short Hours: Very busy despite shorter operating hours, showing strong...

$800,000

$800,000

Absentee Boba Tea House

Los Angeles, CA

This specialty boba tea shop is known for its handcrafted drinks, premium ingredients, and Instagram-worthy presentations. The menu features an array of milk teas, fruit teas, matcha beverages,...

$99,000

$99,000

Preschool - $300k+ SDE - Possible Seller Carry

San Diego, CA

A rare opportunity is now available to acquire a highly profitable, well-established preschool with a long-standing reputation for excellence. For the last 3 years, the company has maintained...

$800,000

$800,000

Cash Flow: $310,464

Hospice ,brand new for sale

San Bernardino, CA

This is a brand new hospice , never billed , PTAN active . ready to admit patients...

$395,000

$395,000

Automotive Repair Shop

Fremont, CA

Opportunity to acquire a well-established, community-rooted auto repair business with over 40 years of trusted service. Founded in the early 1980s, this business has built a loyal customer base and a...

$175,000

$175,000

Cash Flow: $110,000

Great Beer, BBQ, and Pizza Place With Amazing Location

Pacifica, CA

A great beer and food place that has a lot of potential. It is comfortable and a fun place for adults and families alike. I really do not want to sell this place but there is an out of state...

$65,000

$65,000

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Profitable Lagree Fitness Studio in Prime Orange County Location!

Yorba Linda, CA

This well-established, community-focused Lagree studio is located in the heart of Yorba Linda and enjoys consistent monthly revenue of $50K–$55K with a signifcant percentage of revenue from auto-pay...

$659,000

$659,000

Cash Flow: $219,191

Dental Practice For Sale

San Diego, CA

This spacious 2,400 sq. ft. office features six fully equipped operatories (plumbed for eight), state-of-the-art digital systems, and high-end equipment, including $300K in furniture, fixtures, and...

$850,000

$850,000

Cash Flow: $383,879

Popular Bubble Tea Shop in Prime Piedmont Ave Location

Oakland, CA

Popular Bubble Tea Shop in Prime Piedmont Ave Location Established franchise bubble tea shop strategically positioned on Oakland's vibrant Piedmont Avenue, offering an exceptional opportunity for both...

$150,000

$150,000

Automated Gate Manfacturer and Installer

California

The Company is a custom gate manufacturer in business for nearly 30 years, operating out of two Northern California locations. It occupies a unique niche in the marketplace, fabricating handcrafted,...

Not Disclosed

Cash Flow: $516,000

Not Disclosed

Cash Flow: $516,000

Smoke Shop: City of Orange, California

Orange, CA

Smoke Shop: City of Orange, California Is "For Sale" by Regional Real Estate - Commercial. Business is located in the City of Orange, California. Open 7 days a week from 10am to 10pm, Estimated 1750...

$124,999

$124,999

Sushi & Japanese Restaurant-Outside Seating

Alameda County, CA

Sushi & Japanese restaurant is located in a shopping center with outside seating. There is no competition nearby. There is plenty of parking. Seller claims monthly gross sales around $55,000, Sellers...

$220,000

$220,000

Cash Flow: $144,000

Mechanic shop for sale

North Hollywood, CA

This well-located property offers an incredible opportunity to acquire an established automotive business in a high-traffic area. Sale includes key money and all equipment, making it a turnkey...

$70,000

$70,000

San Francisco Neighborhood Bar, ABC 48 License. Excellent Location!

San Francisco, CA

Long established, 33 Years, bar with ABC 48 License. Needs a refresh under new ownership, but great space, 1,700 sq.ft. in dynamic SF neighborhood with excellent foot traffic. Contact Greg Kofman for...

$245,000

$245,000

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Well Established Liquor Store business for Sale in Fresno Area

Fresno, CA

Liquor Store Business Opportunity – Prime Fresno Location An exceptional opportunity to acquire a well-established liquor store in a high-traffic area of Fresno, CA. Currently, the business is doing...

$859,000

$859,000

Paso Robles e-Bike Vineyard Tour Service

Monterey County, CA

Our tours consistently earn 5 star reviews by providing an immersive and engaging eBike vineyard tour experience that guests can't find anywhere else. Following a 2 hour tour, guests complete the...

$85,000

$85,000

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Absentee Owner Japanese Boiling Hot pot Diner Only Restaurant

Foothill Ranch, CA

Beer and Wine License #47 Big Spend Pay Roll $30,000 A Month. 1). Monthly gross is $ 70,000 2). Monthly rents $ 11,000 + $ Including NNN 3). Lease Has 10 Years + 5 Years 4). Size is approx. 3,000 SF....

$240,000

$240,000

Highly Profitable Family Medicine Practice - SC2222

California

Northern California Highly Profitable Family Medicine Practice - Part of Independent Physician Association - SC2222 Financial Information Asking Price: $1,950,000 Cash Flow: $830,000 Gross Revenue:...

$1,950,000

$1,950,000

Cash Flow: $830,000

Landscape Maintenance Business For Sale

San Diego County, CA

Landscape Maintenance Business for sale, offering services to apartment complexes, business centers, and residential rental properties. The company has a strong, loyal client base with several...

$295,000

$295,000

Cash Flow: $125,917

Naturopathic Medicine & Ayurvedic Clinic

California

Well Established successful Naturopathic Medical Practice located in one of the Metro city in the Northern California. It has four key offerings such as Ayurveda & Naturopathy Clinic (Consultations),...

$890,000

$890,000

Cash Flow: $353,991

Superb Marin County/ Larkspur Restaurant For Sale.

Larkspur, CA

Superb Marin County/ Larkspur Restaurant For Sale. Full Kitchen and ABC 41, Beer & Wine License. Excellent location, surrounded by notable and popular other restaurants. Lease includes common shopping...

$325,000

$325,000

San Francisco Sunset/ Prime Irving Street Full Service Restaurant.

San Francisco, CA

San Francisco Sunset/ Prime Irving Street Full Service Restaurant with ABC 41, Beer & Wine License. Excellent foot traffic and new lease is available! Contact Greg Kofman for further details....

$125,000

$125,000

Outstanding San Francisco Fillmore Street Location.

San Francisco, CA

Outstanding Pacific Heights Fillmore Street Full Service Restaurant For Sale. Includes ABC 41 Beer & Wine License. Please Call Greg Kofman For Further Information....

$280,000

$280,000

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.