Santa Rosa, CA
MS Real Estate is pleased to announce the exclusive listing of a Subway® restaurant franchise in Santa Rosa, California.This profitable business opportunity offers an established operation in a prime...
Santa Rosa, CA
MS Real Estate is pleased to announce the exclusive listing of a Subway® restaurant franchise in Santa Rosa, California.This profitable business opportunity offers an established operation in a prime...
$139,900
Los Angeles, CA
This is an excellent opportunity to purchase this franchise located in San Fernando Valley with over 100 Yelp 5-star reviews. Included in the purchase: exclusive territory with population of 300,000,...
$41,900
Los Angeles, CA
Step into ownership of a top-tier drug, alcohol, and DNA testing franchise with an impeccable reputation and unlimited growth potential. Fastest Labs of LAX, established in December 2024, is already a...
$100,000
Mission Viejo, CA
This beautiful restaurant was set up 2013 and Seller bought it 2018 and has been growing every year since then. It has a combination of American Food and Italian food. It runs 100% by helpers. The...
$800,000
Cash Flow: $226,000
Oakland, CA
The acclaimed Elbo Room Jack London bar is for sale. This fully equipped liquor bar and live music venue is located just 2 blocks from the waterfront in historic Jack London Square. It’s a turnkey...
$225,000
Chico, CA
Are you passionate about local food, farming, and authentic storytelling? Step into the role of publisher for Edible Shasta-Butte, a well-established, community-driven magazine that has been...
$120,000
Fresno, CA
Boutique Salon Wonderful location Turn Key Business for Sale Inventory included Beauty products are not included in sale price Salon is completely furnished. Set up to walk in and start business....
$34,500
Newport Beach, CA
A well established, nationally successful functional nutrition practice. The sale is turnkey and includes patient database, all supplement inventory, social media accounts, office furniture and...
$330,000
Stevenson Ranch, CA
This is a sale of the Flower Shop in the City of Stevenson Ranch in Santa Clarita Valley. Business is located in Shopping Center with lots of foot and driving traffic and has an excellent exposure....
$155,000
Thousand Oaks, CA
Once you enter the Restaurant, you'll feel special and classy. Most of the customers are repeat customers from the family generation. The high-quality interior and top-class implementation make it the...
$120,000
Available in California
Pigtails & Crewcuts is a national children’s hair salon with over 80 locations in 25 states. Our mission at the salon level is to create a fun and memorable haircutting experience for children and their families. The hair industry is a $64 billion industry with the children’s segment to be over $7 billion; therefore, this recession-resistant industry will continue to grow.
$150,000
See More FranchisesLos Angeles County, CA
Take over a prestigious and fully operational luxury limousine services company, renowned for delivering exceptional experiences to high-end clients. **Why This Business Stands Out:** - **Exclusive...
$90,000
Colfax, CA
For sale is a profitable earthworks business. Scope of work and services offer include but are not limited to: Excavation Grading Trenching Land clearing Concrete removal Asphalt removal Gravel...
$249,000
$30,000
Los Angeles, CA
San Diego, CA
For Sale: Established Home Inspection Business Looking to sell an established home inspection business based in San Diego County and servicing surrounding areas. Our company has a solid reputation and...
$160,000
Los Angeles, CA
Family Medicine Office offering range of services from primary care with some PPO insurance to cash procedures such as prolotherapy, PRP joint injections, PRP microneedling, LDA for allergy; IV...
$150,000
Tim Whipple
Sunbelt Business Brokers
Serving San Diego County, CA
Looking to Buy or Sell a Business? Sunbelt is the world’s largest business brokerage firm with over 200 licensed Sunbelt offices worldwide. Sunbelt Business Brokers has an extensive network that will enable you to find your dream business. Based on your industry and location, Sunbelt professionals will search thousands of business-for-sale listings to find the business for you. Once an acquisition target is determined, our Sunbelt professionals will walk you through the negotiation and acquisition process. If you own an established business and are ready to sell, Sunbelt Business Brokers is here to help and ensure you receive fair value for the hard work you’ve poured into your business. Whether you are interested in buying a business or selling a business, we invite you to contact us for a confidential, no obligation conversation. If you own an established business and are ready to sell, Sunbelt Business Brokers is here to help and ensure you receive fair value for the hard work you’ve poured into your business. Contact us today at (480)809-3199 or https://www.sunbeltnetwork.com.
San Diego, CA
TLDR: - Doubletake is selling its online assets. - We received investment from an Uber co-founder to grow our platform. We spent years building an online platform for athletes to enter college but...
$225,000
Capitola, CA
This business is part of an SBA-approved national franchise that delivers industry leading custom picture framing services. It's the ideal business for someone who has business acumen and a passion...
$110,000
Cash Flow: $40,000
Palm Springs, CA
For sale in the stunning Palm Springs, nestled in the vibrant uptown design district, is a beautifully renovated boutique hotel. This charming establishment features 12 exquisite guest rooms, each...
$5,200,000
Oxnard, CA
Business Description Long-standing, reputable auto body repair shop for sale in Oxnard, ideal for an owner-operator or an automotive business looking to expand. This shop is known for quality...
$600,000
Woodland, CA
JOIN A BILLION DOLLAR INDUSTRY WITH UNLIMITED POTENTIAL! OWN YOUR OWN THRIVING POOL SERVICE ROUTE WITH RECURRING POSITIVE CASH FLOW. Great part time route in nice areas. This 2-day route consists of...
$61,140
Cash Flow: $60,000
Available in California
Whether you are looking to diversify your portfolio or expand as an experienced tree care professional, Monster Tree Service provides an exceptional business opportunity in the $36 billion tree care industry.
$150,000
See More FranchisesRiverside County, CA
Own your own recession-proof business. Create your own schedule - no evenings or weekends. Work from home or an office. Unlimited earnings with limited effort. CA11920 Nice, established pool service...
$98,400
Cash Flow: $112,000
San Francisco, CA
This long-established San Francisco spa specializes in advanced massage therapy and results-driven esthetician services. Known for deep tissue and sports massage, TMJ treatment, and high-quality...
$200,000
Cash Flow: $119,111
$30,000
San Bernardino County, CA
Fresno County, CA
Thriving, multi-location tire and auto service franchise system with a proven track record and strong operational foundation. Established in 2001, the brand operates 5 stores - 3 corporate-owned and 2...
$4,500,000
Riverside, CA
This profitable Colombian food truck offers a unique opportunity to own a turnkey business in Riverside County. Known for its authentic Colombian flavors, this mobile kitchen has built a loyal...
$250,000
Cash Flow: $85,000
Los Angeles County, CA
Step into a legacy. With more than 70 years of brand recognition, Randy’s Donuts is one of the most celebrated and Yelp-reviewed donut shops in the nation. This rare 2-unit package features locations...
$690,000
Cash Flow: $171,450
Los Angeles, CA
C’est Lä Vé isn’t just another snack brand—it’s a movement. Designed for the modern snacker who wants compassion, taste, and sustainability, this brand delivers the full experience: plant-based...
$229,900
Cash Flow: $45,000
San Diego County, CA
This opportunity includes a valuable Type 47 Liquor License and a location that’s considered one of the most desirable in the market. It’s a fantastic fit for an experienced owner-operator ready to...
$100,000
Cash Flow: $110,744
Fountain Valley, CA
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Established turn-key furniture and lighting store with real estate staging services located in affluent Fountain Valley, Orange County. This fully operational business features...
$125,000
San Diego County, CA
Twenty-five (25) Jamba Juice franchise businesses in S. California. 2024 gross sales $20+M. Weighted Adj. EBITDA $1.2+M (2022 thru 2024). Leases transferable, real estate not included. G&A, inventory,...
$3,800,000
Available Nationwide
Efficient, automated beauty franchise with membership recurring revenue and minimal staffing.
$200,000
See More FranchisesConcord, CA
Established K-Beauty Retail Business for Sale in Concord This modern skincare and makeup retail business specializes in popular K-beauty products and operates within the bustling Sunvalley Shopping...
$75,000
Riverside County, CA
A profitable, well-established retail furniture store available now. The business has served the local market for years with strong customer loyalty, diversified product lines (living room, bedroom,...
$595,000
Cash Flow: $500,000
$30,000
San Diego County, CA
Los Angeles County, CA
A rare opportunity to acquire a premier design-focused Specialty Contractor delivering custom window treatments and flooring solutions to a discerning and loyal client base in the LA County,...
$598,000
Cash Flow: $215,000
Poway, CA
We are a veteran-owned, fully established lifestyle apparel business with nationwide reach. With over 1,500 customers (25% return rate/2.29% conversion rate) served and a strong foundation in place,...
$125,000
Available in California
Started in 1982, you can follow in the footsteps of founder, Jean Griswold. We're looking for owners to control their destiny and build a business which positively impacts their community.
$50,000
See More FranchisesCalifornia
The Company is an established general engineering union contractor based in Northern California. It specializes as a one-stop-shop for exterior construction services of high density residential...
Los Angeles County, CA
Turn your passion into profit with a premier automotive off-road specialty shop (Parts & Service) located in Los Angeles County at the gateway of SoCal’s best trails and off-road terrain. This...
$150,000
Cash Flow: $154,000
Livermore, CA
Absentee-owner operated, established 7-Eleven franchise with a California ABC Type 21 liquor license—authorizing beer, wine and distilled spirits sales. This spacious convenience store sits on a...
$119,000
Beverly Hills, CA
Step into the glamorous world of beauty and make your mark in one of the most prestigious locales—Beverly Hills! We present to you an extraordinary opportunity to own an established luxury salon that...
$200,000
Cash Flow: $100,000
Napa, CA
Mission Foods Route For Sale Napa CA- $90,000 #Ownaroute #Buyaroute #Distributor #Distributorship #IndependentDistributor #MissionRoute #MissionFoodsRoute #Mission #Flatbread #TortillaChips #Wraps...
$90,000
Cash Flow: $83,697
Louie Contreras
Legacy Commercial
Serving Orange County, CA
Founded in 2024 Legacy Commercial Realty is a Pro shop Help you find or sell your existing business all in one, Rather it be purchasing a new business selling one or purchasing a new commercial property or home we can help you, we have many years of experience in the field and are a high end hospitality driven Real Estate organization. Our years of experience as individuals has taught us that how you make some one feel about their Real Estate transaction is more important than the actual transaction itself. We are modernizing the traditional Real Estate model and are focused on building lasting relationships through exceptional level of customer service and wealth building for our agents and clients. Our Mission; Legacy Commercial is a Real Estate company founded on traditional values emphasizing lasting relationships through it's beliefs, principles and exceptional hospitality.
Los Angeles County, CA
This boutique yoga center is relatively young yet vibrant that has accumulated over 300 members with around 100 active. It currently has an amazing 5-star online rating without any strategic...
$85,000
Cash Flow: $56,000
Sacramento County, CA
Afghan/Indian/Pakistani grocery established just 3 years ago. - Well Established halal meat and grocery store with a restaurant serving halal food. - Well-known in the community for its high-quality...
$1,699,000
Cash Flow: $750,000
$10,000,000
Orange County, CA
Indio, CA
For Sale: Two Profitable Sushi Kiosks in High-Traffic Supermarkets Turnkey Business Opportunity – Perfect for Owner-Operators or Passive Investors About the Opportunity Step into ownership of two...
$140,000
Cash Flow: $16,450
San Francisco, CA
Auto body and Mechanical repair shop Address : 375 Vermont Street, San Francisco, CA 94103 Phone : 415-680-5678 Contact : Dennis...
$250,000
Cash Flow: $100,000
Available Nationwide
Rainbow Restoration, a Neighborly company, is the nation's leading damage restoration and remediation services franchise that provides hope during times of crisis.
$100,000
See More FranchisesLos Angeles County, CA
*** Please contact us for detailed financial performance *** Unique opportunity to invest in a Retail Pharmacy established in 2020 located in the South Bay / Harbor area of Los Angeles County. High...
$325,000
San Diego County, CA
Take over a 20+ year established custom cabinetry and stoneworks company with an excellent reputation in San Diego County. Business Highlights: Fully staffed with skilled team in place, ready for...
$135,000
Santa Cruz County, CA
Turn-Key Farmers® Insurance Agency – Santa Cruz County Asking: $195,000 | Book Size: ~$1.8M GWP | Service Commissions: $110K+ / yr Overview Rare opportunity to acquire a turn-key, established Farmers...
$195,000
Cash Flow: $110,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
California
This profitable and long-established Western wear retailer has been serving loyal customers for decades, offering authentic apparel, boots, hats, and accessories. With repeat business, community...
$3,800,000
Cash Flow: $310,120
San Joaquin County, CA
Take ownership of a top-performing Round Table Pizza franchise in thriving San Joaquin County. This established location combines strong dine-in traffic with robust delivery sales, making it an ideal...
$595,000
Cash Flow: $189,755
San Diego, CA
Transform your entrepreneurial vision into reality with this turnkey San Diego dance school serving children ages 2-12. You'll step into an established operation that delivers consistent revenue...
$110,000
Norco, CA
Turnkey liquor store opportunity in a prime Norco retail center! Located on busy Hamner Ave with excellent visibility, parking, and pylon signage, this store includes full buildout, fixtures, and...
$150,000
San Francisco, CA
Established Asian Buffet Restaurant - San Francisco Fisherman's Wharf This well-established Asian buffet restaurant presents an exceptional acquisition opportunity in one of San Francisco's premier...
$490,000
California
Exceptional opportunity to acquire a Multi-Unit portfolio of franchised quick lube and automotive service centers strategically located in California. These centers have a proven track record of...
$21,995,000
Cash Flow: $3,800,000
Available Nationwide
Finding solutions that save businesses time and money. Promote a risk-free cost saving and expense reduction analysis.
$100,000
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.