Glendale, CA
Dry Cleaning Business for Sale. Opportunity to own a well- established dry cleaning business that has been serving the community for many years. Located in one of Glendale’s best locations. This...

Glendale, CA
Dry Cleaning Business for Sale. Opportunity to own a well- established dry cleaning business that has been serving the community for many years. Located in one of Glendale’s best locations. This...
$210,000

Los Angeles County, CA
Turn the Key on a Trusted Brand with Expansion Potential West Valley Service Center has built a sterling reputation over four decades of honest, high-quality auto repair. Located in a densely...
$360,000
Cash Flow: $180,309
San Juan Capistrano, CA
The Company is a leader in luxury wedding and event planning, offering highly personalized services and exclusive access to Southern California’s most stunning venues. With a proven, efficient...
$250,000
Cash Flow: $183,350

Los Angeles, CA
Operating continuously from the same Los Angeles location for over four decades, this well-established quick-service Fish & Chips restaurant has become a beloved local favorite. Known for its...
$645,000
Cash Flow: $292,000
San Luis Obispo, CA
Located in the heart of downtown San Luis Obispo the opportunity awaits for you to start your dream restaurant or continue the success of Bob Cantus Pizza Sports Bar a turnkey restaurant and bar at...
$350,000
Hemet, CA
Well-Established Florist Shop – Business Opportunity in Hemet – Florial Expressions. Discover an exceptional opportunity to own a long-standing, successful florist shop located in the heart of Hemet....
$50,000
Rocklin, CA
Own a high-energy, community-driven boutique fitness studio with a nationally recognized brand behind it. Rumble Boxing Rocklin is a fully built-out, fully operational fitness franchise located in a...
$525,000
Cash Flow: $53,378
San Jose, CA
***COPY & PASTE this link to your browser to access NDA: https://docsend.com/view/s/ayscstn8t6d4e7sk The company develops, manufactures, and distributes a specialized line of proprietary tattoo...
Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $467,207
Chino Hills, CA
Great opportunity to own a profitable and established Gong Cha Boba Tea Shop Franchise ! Easy to run business world known Franchise Boba shop, located at a High traffic area. the shop is located at...
$200,000
Hemet, CA
Established Barbershop Business for Sale – Prime Growth Opportunity! Looking to expand your barbershop’s market presence? Here’s an incredible opportunity to acquire a well-established barbershop in a...
$40,000
Available in California
PIRTEK is a trusted B2B and mobile hydraulic hose repair franchise with clients across several essential industries.
$100,000
See More FranchisesRichmond, CA
At Fastest Labs, we offer accurate and detailed drug and DNA testing services. OVERVIEW: An exciting opportunity awaits! Introducing Fastest Labs of Richmond & Oakland, a well-established and...
$140,000
South Lake Tahoe, CA
Turnkey opportunity to own Pasta & Press, a contemporary, Italian-influenced fast-casual concept located in one of South Lake Tahoe’s most popular food halls. Known for its handmade pasta,...
$81,500
$395,000
Fallbrook, CA
San Francisco County, CA
With over 35 years of industry experience, this highly reputable crane and hoist company offers full-service solutions trusted by municipalities, contractors, and industrial clients across California....
$6,400,000
Cash Flow: $1,463,000
San Diego, CA
An exceptional opportunity to own a thriving coffee shop located inside a major hospital in one of San Diego’s most affluent areas. Established in 2019, this beloved café has become a daily staple for...
$500,000
Cash Flow: $160,218
Steven D 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 3,400 clients, selling/leasing over 1,700 restaurant, bar and/or nightclub businesses, nearly 80 related commercial buildings sold, representing over 3.5 Million square feet of commercial space leased and over 8,000 valuations completed.
California
This well-established manufacturer and distributor has built a trusted reputation as a global supplier of specialized tools, supplies, and specialty chemicals. Renowned for quality, reliability, and...
$2,000,000
Cash Flow: $600,000
San Pablo, CA
MS Real Estate, Inc. offers this bar and restaurant opportunity in a high-traffic area surrounded by residential and commercial buildings, providing strong local visibility and excellent potential for...
$195,000
Napa County, CA
This is a fantastic opportunity to buy a very solid performing large format signs and graphics print shop in the greater Bay Area – North of San Francisco! This franchise location has been in business...
$825,000
Cash Flow: $250,000
San Diego County, CA
Turn-Key Beach Area Restaurant for Sale – Imperial Beach/Coronado Prime Opportunity with Established Success and a Fun, Coastal Vibe Dreaming of owning a vibrant restaurant in one of San Diego’s most...
$189,999
La Habra, CA
Established Pizza Restaurant for Sale – La Habra, CA – ABC 41 License – Turnkey Opportunity La Habra, CA (Orange County) Asking Price: $132,000 Monthly Rent: Approx. $4,912 Type of Business: Pizza...
$132,000
Available in California
This Recurring Revenue Business Opportunity Offers Multiple Lifestyle Options
$35,000
See More FranchisesStockton, CA
TURNKEY Take and Bake Pizza!!! Great location with a large grocery store as an Anchor for shopping center. Long Established since 2005 with many returning customers. No Dine In or Delivery. Easy to...
$99,000
Cash Flow: $53,745
Fremont, CA
MS Real Estate Inc. is pleased to present a compelling opportunity to acquire a liquor and food store business in the burgeoning Irvington district of Fremont, California. Established in 1994, this...
$179,900
$290,000
San Gabriel, CA
Orange County, CA
Urgent Care is a full-service offering on-site pharmacy, x-rays, COVID-19 testing, and more for adults and children in south Orange County . Conveniently located in the south OC for the beach cities...
$5,499,000
Cash Flow: $1,142,329
Lake Forest, CA
Overview: The golf simulator rental industry is experiencing a significant surge in demand, driven by technological advancements and changing consumer preferences. This business model offers a unique...
$35,000
Cash Flow: $85,000
Pismo Beach, CA
Dynasty Gems, a well-established hand-blown glass and gift shop, is now available for purchase after 28 years of serving locals and visitors. Located just steps from the Pismo Beach Pier, this prime...
$100,000
Cash Flow: $160,000
Corona, CA
Romp-o-Rama, located in a thriving community in Corona, California, is a well-established and highly regarded indoor children’s playground. Established in 2015, Romp-o-Rama has set and continues to...
$1,500,000
Orange County, CA
Profitable, premier fitness facility in South Orange County designed to provide independent trainers, fitness instructors, and wellness professionals with a high-quality space to conduct their...
$315,000
Cash Flow: $89,234
San Joaquin County, CA
MS Real Estate is excited to present a profitable liquor and grocery store with a fully equipped commercial kitchen up for sale in one of the affluent neighborhoods of San Joaquin County, California....
$529,900
San Diego, CA
Net Profit - $39,000 @ month + Beer/Wine + High Vol C-Store Net Profit - $39,000 @ month, Branded Gas Station - Business Only High Volume C-Store + Net Profit $39,000 @ month Excellent Net...
$2,200,000
EBITDA: $450,000
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 FranchisesRiverside, CA
Rare opportunity to acquire a modern, upgraded Flame Broiler restaurant in Riverside County at a fraction of the original build-out cost. This location is currently operated absentee and needs a...
$69,888
Cash Flow: $100
Los Angeles, CA
Excellent Location..In the Heart of Los Angeles, Being there for 4 decades A full-service auto repair shop dedicated to providing high-quality automotive maintenance and repair services. They...
$249,000
EBITDA: $164,000
$465,000
Ventura County, CA
Huntington Beach, CA
Established Hair & Nail Salon – Prime Huntington Beach Location Turnkey opportunity to own a well-established hair and nail salon in beautiful Huntington Beach! This thriving business has been serving...
$105,000
Salinas, CA
Here’s your opportunity to own Sushi Hut, a well-established and highly rated restaurant located in the vibrant city of Salinas, California! Known for its fresh sushi rolls, signature poke bowls, and...
$285,000
Cash Flow: $118,588
Available Nationwide
Thrive with a Recession-Resistant, Essential Service Business Backed by a Proven Business Model
$50,000
See More FranchisesPalo Alto, CA
Thirteen (13) franchise locations in California (11 in N. CA and 2 in S. CA). Weighted Adj EBITDA (Store Level): $510,865. Some leases transferable. G&A not included. Inventory not included. Cash on...
$1,700,000
Cash Flow: $510,865
California
Northern California New Full-Service BBQ Restaurant - Selling Out Daily! - SC2246 Financial Information Asking Price: $299,900 Cash Flow: $180,000 Gross Revenue: $750,000 Down Payment: $249,900...
$299,900
Cash Flow: $180,000
San Anselmo, CA
Exceptional opportunity to acquire a freestanding former Jack-in-the-Box restaurant currently operating as a Chinese takeout in the heart of San Anselmo, California. This well-positioned property...
$125,000
La Puente, CA
Established outpatient physical therapy business operating two successful clinic locations in Alhambra and Rowland Heights, California. With over 15 years of continuous operation since 2010, this...
$349,000
Cash Flow: $105,000
Sacramento, CA
TURNKEY RESTAURANT & BAR - PRIME DOWNTOWN SACRAMENTO LOCATION Thriving Restaurant & Bar operates in the heart of downtown Sacramento's entertainment district, close to the Golden 1 Center. With great...
$175,000
Doug Lewiskin
The Arch Corporation
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
We represent sellers and buyers in the selling or purchasing of their business throughout the USA. I understand today’s marketplace and stay consistent to my philosophy of becoming your trusted business, real estate and financing advisor by utilizing dedication, hard work, integrity, honesty, experience and sincere concern for each and every client. The Arch Corporation is a privately held real estate and financial services firm founded in 2014, with offices in Greenville, South Carolina, and Calabasas, California. Led by CEO and founder Doug Lewiskin, the company specializes in delivering tailored solutions across business opportunities, commercial real estate, financing, and insurance.
Fremont, CA
Price reduced! - 350K (negotiable) An exceptional opportunity awaits to lease a fully operational, turn-key Indian restaurant situated in a high-traffic area of Fremont, California. This meticulously...
$350,000
Nevada County, CA
After many years in the automotive repair industry, the owner purchased the existing automotive repair shop. Since purchasing the business, he has moved the shop location for increased square footage,...
$250,000
Cash Flow: $82,326
$100,000
Brentwood, CA
Orange County, CA
Price Reduced! Titan Business Advisors proudly represents a well-established and highly regarded Martial Arts Studio for sale in South Orange County, California, now offered at $175,000. This is a...
$175,000
Cash Flow: $182,797
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!...
$999,000
Cash Flow: $235,000
Available in California
A trusted national leader in the disaster restoration industry
$50,000
See More FranchisesLa Canada Flintridge, CA
Established pet grooming salon in affluent La Canada Flintridge offers exceptional opportunity for owner-operator. Operating since 2019 in a location that has served as a grooming facility for over 45...
$230,000
Cash Flow: $108,000
Alhambra, CA
JiangHu Bistro — The Largest and Most Fully-Licensed, Professionally Equipped Livehouse Bar in Los Angeles Size: 7,647 sq.ft. + outdoor patio at the entrance Parking: Over 270 free parking spaces...
$380,000
Kern County, CA
Well established, Repeat customers, and new customers constantly coming. Not many competitions around. Clothing repair Alterations/Retail T-shirt business for sale. In business over 25 years, serving...
$100,000
Cash Flow: $168,000
Glendale, CA
This listing is for an Importing and nationwide distribution business specializing in hookahs, hookah accessories and tobacco. Business has over 20 years of pristine reputation in a highly lucrative...
$6,500,000
Cash Flow: $800,000
Baldwin Park, CA
Located in high traffic area, in beautiful shopping center next to Metro Pc, Dollar Tree, Planet Fitness, Auto Zone and La Michoacana, also next to the community center....
$195,000
Cash Flow: $180,000
California
Trade Real Estate for High-Earning Business | Seller Financing Available – SC2144 Financial Information Asking Price: $1,285,000 Cash Flow: $268,000 Gross Revenue: $400,000 Down Payment: $1,285,000...
$1,285,000
Cash Flow: $268,000
Menlo Park, CA
- Turnkey mailbox and ship center business that has a high rate of rented mailboxes, authorized ship center for Fedex, UPS, USPS and DHL. - Prime location with low monthly lease. - Partnerships with...
$199,500
Cash Flow: $65,000
Los Angeles County, CA
Price: $149,000 Net Profit: ~$8,000/month Seats:55 | Space: 2300sq.ft. | Lease: 18 years remaining at $3900/month Why This Restaurant Stands out: >Established 35+ years with a loyal, repeat clientele....
$149,000
Cash Flow: $96,000
Sacramento County, CA
This auto repair and smog testing business was started in 1976, as a sole proprietorship in a two-bay service station. The business moved in 1977 and occupied a 2,000 square ft warehouse space before...
$375,000
Cash Flow: $142,418
Available Nationwide
Average Gross Sales of $542,842!* Own an Award-Winning Pest Control Business with the Flexibility of a Home-Based Office.
$50,000
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
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Number of Businesses for Sale |
~5,500 |
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Median Asking Price |
$360,000 |
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Median Reported Revenue |
$630,000 |
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Median Reported Earnings |
$150,000 |
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Profit Margin |
23% |
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Earnings Multiple |
2.5 |
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Revenue Multiple |
0.6 |
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Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings. |
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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.