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Broasted Chicken- TAKE OUT ONLY!! High NET !!!

Los Angeles County, CA

Looking for a proven winner? This well-established fried broasted chicken takeout-only restaurant is a local favorite with a 4.5-star Yelp rating and nonstop demand. Gross Sale ~$19,000/month (per...

$129,000

$129,000

Cash Flow: $60,000

Super high traffic-$2862 rent-ideal Mex Food location

San Diego, CA

Outstanding opportunity to get into a second generation restaurant with extremely cheap rent. Located in a super busy shopping center with many high traffic and high turn neighbors, potential new...

$119,999

$119,999

Reinforcing Steel Fabrication Shop

California

BUSINESS HIGHLIGHTS Based in Northern California, the Company is a reinforcing steel fabrication shop. The Company maintains sheers, benders, and all other necessary equipment to fabricate rebar,...

Not Disclosed

Cash Flow: $271,000

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Cash Flow: $271,000

Authentic Mexican Clothing,Footware, and Handbags

Huntington Park, CA

Discover the essence of Mexican heritage with a collection of authentic, handcrafted fashion. We offer exquisitely embroidered blouses, dresses, and wraps that showcase vibrant tradition. Complement...

$95,000

$95,000

Cash Flow: $22,000

Government Procurement Contracting Business Navy Focus San Diego

San Diego County, CA

Operating for 35+ years, this Navy focused company contracts as a logistics supplier with a long-standing, profitable relationship to the U.S. Navy. The company serves a niche with very little...

$199,000

$199,000

Cash Flow: $97,742

Turnkey Coffee Shop / Café – North County San Diego

San Diego County, CA

Well-established café for sale in a great, high-traffic location of North County San Diego that is surrounded by schools, residential neighborhoods and apartments. Known for its inviting atmosphere,...

$220,000

$220,000

Established Baja Fresh Franchise: High Visibility, Steady Income

La Crescenta, CA

Asset Sale Description Seize the opportunity to own a well-established Baja Fresh franchise located in the heart of La Crescenta, California. This popular fast-casual Mexican eatery is situated in a...

$250,000

$250,000

Award-Winning Spirits Brand w RARE CRT-Certified Tequila & Mezcal

Orange County, CA

This company was founded in 2017 with a clear vision: to deliver a premium-quality, domestically produced vodka at a price point that made sense for high-volume, upscale restaurants. With experience...

$2,500,000

$2,500,000

Cash Flow: $265,752

Teriyaki Restaurant Business** Steady Net Profit**

San Bernardino, CA

Seize the opportunity to own a well-established fast food teriyaki and Japanese cuisine restaurant with sushi and takeout service, located on a highly visible corner in a busy, business-focused area....

$220,000

$220,000

Cash Flow: $150,000

Newly Remodeled Breakfast and Lunch Restaurant in Shopping Center

Santa Maria, CA

Newly Remodeled Breakfast and Lunch Restaurant in Shopping Center, $1.3 Million Sales RRC# 5054 Location: Santa Maria Description: This well-established business is located on a prime corner and has...

$99,000

$99,000

Established Restaurant, $3+ Million Sales, $286,741 Profit

Contra Costa County, CA

Established Restaurant, $3+ Million Sales, $286,741 Profit, SBA Pre-Approved Loan RRC# 5011 Location: Contra Costa County Description: This long established restaurant is known as an institution in...

$795,000

$795,000

Cash Flow: $286,741

High Volume Circle K For Sale

Riverside, CA

Beautiful and Busy! Circle K located right off the highway in Riverside, CA. Store is 3000 sq ft, and has Beer and Wine. Please contact Seidahl Hakimi for more details and information....

$525,000

$525,000

Well-known, brand-name guitar pedal company for sale.

$295,000 - San Diego, CA

$295,000

San Diego, CA

Own your fitness center with a franchise brand with over 100 locations

Perris, CA

Do you love helping people transform their lives? Are you passionate about fitness? Then this is the perfect opportunity for you to run your own business. Revenue Streams: Memberships Personal...

$300,000

$300,000

Cash Flow: $96,000

Profitable K-Beauty & Skincare Store

Los Angeles, CA

Established in 2013, this K-Beauty specialty store is located in the heart of Los Angeles, surrounded by strong foot traffic and a growing customer base. With the global popularity of Korean beauty...

$300,000

$300,000

EBITDA: $120,000

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Assisted Living Real Estate Group/ Pellego Inc.

Serving Orange County, CA

Our focus is on serving clients with a strong interest in the senior assisted living and adult residential care? industry. With our extensive industry expertise, we are uniquely positioned to adapt to evolving client needs, regulatory changes, and market conditions. While the market is saturated with commercial brokers, few possess a deep understanding of the complexities inherent in ?this industry. Our team is well-versed in the nuances of buying and selling assisted living facilities and associated businesses and properties, drawing from our own personal business experiences to navigate this specialized sector effectively. Our top-tier, confidential marketing strategy is designed to safeguard the seller & business, reputation, and operations while drawing in potential buyers who are equally dedicated to delivering quality care for the elderly. We achieve this by emphasizing confidentiality, targeted marketing, and transparent communication. This approach ensures a smooth and successful transaction, benefiting both the seller and the buyers, without causing any disruptions to the essential services provided to the residents. With over 25 years of combined experience in ?opening, owning, s?elling, ?helping others sell and buy various care facilities and agencies. Our expertise spans Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly (RCFE), Assisted Living Facilities, Adult Residential Facilities (ARF), Drug and Alcohol Rehab Centers?,? Congregate Facilities, Home Health Care Agencies? and Hospice Agencies?. We are committed to providing exceptional service and valuable insights to help you navigate the complexities of these industries.

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Profitable Fast-Casual Restaurant – $2.3M Revenue, $356K Net

Napa County, CA

Profitable Fast-Casual Restaurant – $2.3M Revenue, $356K Net – SBA Pre-Approved RRC# 5099 Location: Napa County Description: This is a rare opportunity to acquire a well-established fast-casual...

$975,000

$975,000

Cash Flow: $356,538

Private Established Postal shop in Fresno,CA

Fresno, CA

Private Postal shipping shop in Fresno,CA * Asking price is $85,000 plus inventory * Shipping/packing services for FedEx, DHL, and international shipping * Services available: Packing/shipping,...

$85,000

$85,000

Alteration Sewing and Wedding Dress Shop-Rich Area

Alameda County, CA

Busy Sewing Alteration and Wedding Dress store is located in an high end neighborhood. Seller is getting retired. She wants the new owner to take care of all her customers and continue the successful...

$120,000

$120,000

Profitable Market Sushi Business in Fountain Valley

Fountain Valley, CA

Ralph’s Market Sushi in Fountain Valley offers a unique opportunity to generate stable and consistent net income with the potential for independent, staff-free operation. The business currently...

$65,000

$65,000

EBITDA: $7,500

Established Yoga Studio

Huntington Beach, CA

Dawn Patrol Yoga is a well-established, boutique yoga studio located in the heart of Huntington Beach. Since opening in 2020, the studio has built a strong community following and is known for its...

$980,000

$980,000

9 FedEx Ground Routes, Fairfield CA

Fairfield, CA

Well-established and highly profitable FedEx P&D (pickup and delivery) routes based out of FAIRFIELD CA. All routes are close or contiguous, making load sharing among routes efficient. Each route...

$1,224,000

$1,224,000

EBITDA: $340,000

Well established Pizza Company, with 11 locations

Los Angeles County, CA

Owner retiring, Selling his Pizza Company including 11 current locations in Southern California...

$999,500

$999,500

Own a Proven Pet Franchise in Torrance – High Demand, Great Location!

$150,000 - Torrance, CA

$150,000

Torrance, CA

9 FedEx Ground Routes, San Francisco CA

South San Francisco, CA

Well-established and highly profitable FedEx P&D (pickup and delivery) routes based out of the SAN FRANCISCO CALIFORNIA station. Routes are contiguous making load sharing efficient. 100% overlapped in...

$1,179,000

$1,179,000

EBITDA: $326,000

Semi-absentee run Asian restaurant for sale in SF inner sunset

San Francisco, CA

This established Asian restaurant represents a premium investment opportunity in San Francisco's Inner Sunset district, operating continuously with demonstrated financial performance and semi-absentee...

$160,000

$160,000

Established Auto Service Business in Orange County, CA

Orange County, CA

The shop offers complete automotive repair and maintenance services for both domestic and foreign vehicles, including hybrids. With ASE-certified Master Technicians, strong community ties, and modern...

$429,000

$429,000

Cash Flow: $170,000

Highly Profitable Complete Construction and Painting Business

San Francisco County, CA

Established San Francisco-based construction and painting company has been in operation since 2003 and has built a strong reputation over its 22 years. The business generated $2,236,000 in revenue in...

$2,600,000

$2,600,000

Cash Flow: $558,890

Subway for sale

El Monte, CA

1200 Sq Ft Subway located in great place for sale.Reasonable rent, open 7 days a week...

$115,000

$115,000

Cash Flow: $98,000

Chicken Broasted TAKE OUT ONLY!! High NET !!! / LOW RENT !!!

Bellflower, CA

Overview: Well-established fried broasted chicken TAKEOUT ONLY!! in a prime DOWNEY location high visibility, foot traffic, and rare on-site parking. Highlights: Net income: ~$19,000/month (per seller)...

$129,000

$129,000

Cash Flow: $60,000

Medical Technology Marketing Research & Consulting Company

California

BUSINESS HIGHLIGHTS Based in Northern California, the Company provides global marketing research to the healthcare, medical device and pharmaceutical industries. The Company uses qualitative and...

Not Disclosed

Cash Flow: $150,000

Not Disclosed

Cash Flow: $150,000

Buffet or Banquet Restaurant Nearly 10,000 SF Riverside County CA

Riverside County, CA

Highlights • Size: ~10,000 SF, perfect for a large buffet or banquet format. • Renovated: April 2023, turnkey condition. • Lease: Long-term stability with renewal options. • Location: Near casino +...

$350,000

$350,000

Truck Stop, Wholesale Fuel Distributor with C-Store & Residence

California

This Central California truck stop has multiple revenue streams - Truck Stop, convenience Store, Fuel distributor and ABC License. Features: - $400 Billion Truck Stop & Convenience Store Industry. -...

$349,000

$349,000

*****PRICE REDUCTION $275K-Rare Type 48 Bar For Sale*****

$275,000 - San Diego, CA

$275,000

San Diego, CA

Specialty Retail Franchise Resale – Coastal San Diego County

San Diego County, CA

Established specialty retail franchise offering unique and high-demand products that combine food, gifting, and celebration. This location has been operating for over 7 years in a desirable...

$200,000

$200,000

Cash Flow: $109,000

Famous Pizza Shop For Sale!

North Hollywood, CA

Successful and established pizza shop available for sale in the heart of North Hollywood. Located on busy Strathern Street, this business offers an incredible opportunity to own and operate in a high...

$350,000

$350,000

Full Service Construction Design-Build Firm

California

This is a rare opportunity to acquire a well established, high-end design build construction firm located in one of Northern California’s most affluent residential markets. The business specializes in...

$1,800,000

$1,800,000

Cash Flow: $437,403

Boutique Yoga Studio in a Prime Los Angeles Location

Los Angeles County, CA

Boutique Yoga Studio in a Prime Los Angeles Location—designed for scalability, brand growth, and long-term profitability. Step into a thriving, community-driven yoga studio with a loyal clientele and...

$129,000

$129,000

Men’s Women’s Clothing Manufacturing Business For Sale

Los Angeles, CA

Men's & Women's Clothing Manufacturer Based in Los Angeles Located in a Warehouse/Light Industrial Buliding for Sale. Owner buys fabric, produces apparel, sells and packages for several recurring and...

$139,000

$139,000

Restaurant for sale

Union City, CA

Currently operating as a Filipino restaurant, this well-established business is located inside a busy neighborhood shopping center in Union City. Perfectly positioned next to Seafood City, Red Ribbon...

$150,000

$150,000

Clean Juice Franchise Agoura Hills, CA - Twin Oaks Shopping Center!

Agoura Hills, CA

The go-to destination for fresh, organic and delicious fuel for one’s day. A popular juice bar that specializes in freshly made juices, smoothies and cold-pressed juice cleanses. Along with healthy...

$119,000

$119,000

Cash Flow: $44,240

Jaspal (Jas) Gahunia

JG Commercial Group

Serving Fresno County, CA

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Feel the Beat in Downtown S.J.’s High-Energy Hotspot / Nightlife Vibes

San Jose, CA

Open Friday & Saturday Only, from approximately 7:00 PM until 1:30 AM A modern, upscale nightclub/lounge that transitions into a high-energy dance space at night, with a full bar, specialty cocktails,...

$1,888,888

$1,888,888

Cash Flow: $740,000

Lucrative Established Landscaping Business For Sale!

Kelseyville, CA

Landscaping Business for Sale – Lake County, CA Turnkey, profitable landscaping & defensible space company. • 2024 Revenue: $328K+ • Net Income: $162K+ • Over $30k in trailers & equipment included •...

$250,000

$250,000

Cash Flow: $177,948

Souvenir Decal Brand – Turnkey & Profitable

$350,000 - Atascadero, CA

$350,000

Atascadero, CA

Juice bar South Orange County

Orange County, CA

Well established juice bar that has been in business for over 20 years. Located on a highly visible street corner of a busy shopping center near freeway with high foot traffic. Generating average...

$70,000

$70,000

Voice & UC Driven Digital Services Business for MSPs

Contra Costa County, CA

AI Driven Voice & UC Driven Digital Services This firm is an industry leader in unified communications security and optimization, with a special leadership in voice quality monitoring and big data...

Not Disclosed

Cash Flow: $200,000

Not Disclosed

Cash Flow: $200,000

Hospice Ready to Bill For Sale (Zero Cap)

Los Angeles County, CA

Outpatient Hospice Business for Sale – Clean, Turnkey Operation Asking Price: $350,000 Business Type: Outpatient Hospice Care Established: 2023 GSA: Los Angeles, San Bernardino, Ventura, Orange County...

$350,000

$350,000

High-Growth Rapid Manufacturing Service Business with 2x Margins

San Diego County, CA

This is a unique opportunity to acquire a highly profitable and rapidly growing rapid manufacturing service company that serves a prestigious roster of Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs)....

$6,990,000

$6,990,000

Cash Flow: $1,619,687

Bernal Heights Restaurant/Bar For Sale

San Francisco, CA

Located in the Bernal Heights neighborhood of San Francisco, at 3215 Mission Street (and Valencia Street), the space formerly known as Outer Orbit Pinball Arcade and Bar is for sale. This 3,000 square...

$250,000

$250,000

Tutoring in Modesto, CA

Modesto, CA

Are you passionate about education and eager to make a meaningful impact in your community? Now is your chance to own a Tutoring Club franchise and transform the lives of students while building a...

$45,000

$45,000

Cash Flow: $30,000

High-End Los Gatos Hair Salon For Sale

Los Gatos, CA

Beautiful newly renovated high end hair salon in the heart of Los Gatos, CA. Currently has both rental and commission stylists with 5 star ratings on yelp and google. For more business information...

$125,000

$125,000

Preschool Center - Well Established and Profitable

Santa Clara County, CA

Preschool center for sale in Santa Clara County. Profitable, organized and well established preschool center serving the community for three decades. This preschool is centrally located in a great...

$1,195,000

$1,195,000

Preschool Center - Profitable in a Great Neighborhood

Santa Clara County, CA

Profitable, turn-key preschool center for sale in a highly desirable neighborhood in Santa Clara County. This well established preschool center features spacious, clean and well organized classrooms....

$1,100,000

$1,100,000

Price Drop: Full-Service Restaurant & Bar with Fully Equipped Kitchen

Sonoma County, CA

A unique opportunity to acquire a fully built-out restaurant and bar in a vibrant downtown location in Sonoma County. This spacious venue features a two-level dining layout, outdoor patio, and a full...

$225,000

$225,000

Mario’s Auto Body Center Business and Property

Lancaster, CA

Business & Property for Sale – Mario’s Auto Body Center **Asking Price:** $1,999,000 **Financing Terms:** - Seller will hold a first-position lien - 50% down payment required - Seller carry note...

$1,999,000

$1,999,000

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.