Pasadena, CA
Established Pasadena Self & Full Service Laundromat - Prime Investment Opportunity This well-positioned laundromat in Pasadena, CA offers an exceptional investment opportunity with modern equipment...
Businesses in California For Sale
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Pasadena Self & Full Service Laundromat
3
$825,000
Cash Flow: $157,428
Sol de Oro Tortillas Route, San Joaquin County, CA
Lodi, CA
Sol de Oro Tortillas Route for sale in the San Joaquin and Contra Costa Counties, California region for $90,000! Currently generating $514,706 in yearly sales and nets $66,822. Distributorship and...
$90,000
Cash Flow: $66,882
Established Tam's Burger with 25+ Years of Proven Success!
Los Angeles, CA
Incredible opportunity to own a well-established fast-food restaurant serving the community for over 25 years! Located in a high-traffic area with excellent visibility and easy access, this turnkey...
6
$200,000
Profitable Gymnastics Business with Long History & Great Reputation
San Diego County, CA
New Owners will step into a business with outstanding customer service & a strong long-time reputation. Current programs include Recreational Gymnastics, Competitive Gymnastics, Private Lessons and...
$390,000
Cash Flow: $121,000
Turn-Key Premier Indoor Golf Facility in the East Bay
Contra Costa County, CA
TURN-KEY PREMIER INDOOR GOLF FACILITY IN THE EAST BAY Established in 2021, this fully operational indoor golf facility represents an exceptional opportunity in Contra Costa County's thriving golf...
4
$325,000
Thriving Tire & Auto Franchise System – 5 Stores, $799K+ EBITDA
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
EBITDA: $799,794
Large Turnkey Preschool For Sale w/Property in Tulare County, CA
Tulare County, CA
- License Capacity: over 130 students, ages 2 ½ - 6 years (preschool and kindergarten) - Well-run, turnkey operation - Seller has owned and operated since school’s inception 43 years ago; Seller is...
$550,000
Beautiful Salon/Spa for sale
Sacramento, CA
Exceptional salon and spa opportunity in Sacramento's thriving beauty market, presenting an ideal foundation for medical aesthetics expansion. This turnkey operation generates $264,000 in annual...
6
$150,000
Cash Flow: $65,000
Unleash Your Fitness Empire in the Prime Glendale-Burbank Location
Glendale, CA
Stop Dreaming, Start Owning! Your Turnkey Fitness Franchise Awaits in a Killer Location! Are you ready to capitalize on the booming fitness industry in one of the most health-conscious markets in the...
$94,500
Five Guys - 9 Units with territory rights
Pleasant Hill, CA
Five Guys, 9 Units located in California. Purchase price includes territory rights, along with the ability to either include or exclude a newly opened 10th location. The first Five Guys restaurant...
$5,900,000
Cash Flow: $1,119,039
FranchiseCloset Factory
Available Nationwide
Closet Factory is a best buy in home organization segment. Simply put, custom closets are a huge business opportunity. Custom Organization Systems for every room in your home.
$200,000
See More FranchisesThriving Flower & Gift Boutique – Prime Location with Strong Community
Walnut, CA
This well-loved floral and gift shop has been a staple in the community since 2005, offering beautifully crafted floral arrangements, green plants, plush gifts, and home décor. Conveniently located in...
6
$85,000
Successful and Established Poke Restaurant
Rocklin, CA
We are a Veteran owned semi-to-fast casual restaurant serving fresh "poke style" entrees over your choice of warm rice or mixed greens paired with a variety of customized toppings and house made...
4
$199,990
Executive Suite, Virtual Address, and Virtual Receptionist Business
$425,000
San Francisco County, CA
Escondido Pool Service Route for Sale
San Diego County, CA
Long Term customers in desirable North County San Diego. Routes are sparse in the San Diego market. Service technicians potentially available, Solid monthly rates. Additional yearly profits from...
$110,400
Cash Flow: $122,000
Superfood Snack Business $675k TTM (40% GM) Servicing Top Tech Offices
San Francisco, CA
Profitable eCommerce business with $675,000 in TTM revenue and $21,670 in TTM profit selling superfood granola leading the category in food service with its delicious products, innovative nutrition...
$750,000
EBITDA: $70,000
Matt Manavi, MBA, CBB, CBI, CM&AP, M&AMI
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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Krispy Krunchy Chicken (Prime Location)
Pittsburg, CA
Established Krispy Krunchy Chicken franchise in prime Pittsburg, CA location, successfully operating since 2020. This well-positioned restaurant specializes in fresh HALAL Cajun fried chicken,...
6
$299,000
Branded Gas Station - Business Only - Rent $3,500 + 40 Year Lease
Riverside, CA
Branded Gas Station - Business Only - Rent $3,500 + 40 Year Lease Excellent Location....Excellent Location......Don't Miss It. RENT - $3,500 INCLUDING NNN - 40 YEARS LEASE - FIRST RIGHT OF REFUSAL....
$3,500,000
Award-Winning Bay Area Hair Studio: Loyal Clients, High Profit Margins
San Francisco, CA
Reviewing all offers by the 10/28 deadline. This award-winning hair salon is one of the most respected salons in the Bay Area, repeatedly named Best Hair Salon by multiple outlets, and backed by...
$695,000
Cash Flow: $181,104
Tow Business For Sale
Los Angeles, CA
Tow company for sale which includes one flatbed truck and one wrecker....
2
$149,955
Established Foreign Auto Repair Shop - 60 Years of Proven Success!
San Mateo, CA
Highly respected family-owned foreign car repair business operating continuously since 1966 at the same prime, high-visibility location in San Mateo. The shop has built a stellar reputation for...
3
$425,000
Cash Flow: $319,270
FranchiseHand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa
Available in California
Delivering accessible and personalized skincare and massage services, Hand & Stone has over 550 locations in the US with 1300+ available trade areas to grow in. After 20 years of consecutive growth, we have an average unit volume of $1.4 million!
$150,000
See More FranchisesProfitable Postproduction Studio: Notable Clients, 21+ Years in Biz
Hollywood, CA
Reviewing all offers by the 10/21 offer date. Nationally recognized as a top postproduction facility, this brand is trusted for its intimate feel and robust capabilities, working with clients...
$700,000
Cash Flow: $201,550
Excellent Opportunity in the Personal Care and Beauty Industry
San Diego County, CA
- Semi Absentee Passive Business Model, 5-10 hours per week. - You can effectively manage the business and spend your time developing other interests. - No employees. - Business to Business Model. -...
$690,000
Flexible Workspace Business in Prime Location
$250,000
Sacramento County, CA
Signs, Graphics and Print Center, Top Rated Franchise
San Bernardino County, CA
This is a fantastic opportunity to buy a solid performing large format signs, graphics and print center in Southern California. The location, just east of LA, opened in 2019. It has had consistent...
$325,000
Cash Flow: $106,197
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
Cash Flow: $109,000
Photography Studio w/ Strong ROI – Loyal Client Base & Seasonal Events
Redding, CA
Essence Photography has been the highest-volume studio in Shasta County for over 16 years, serving more than 5,000 loyal clients. We are the only full-service indoor studio of this caliber in the...
2
$88,000
Cash Flow: $75,243
Tattoo shop for sale
Los Angeles, CA
Tattoo Studio – Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles Profitable, fully licensed tattoo studio with strong reputation. Prime Sunset Blvd location 8 established artists Modern, fully equipped space Loyal client...
$100,000
Cash Flow: $50,000
Branded Gas Station with Permits Ready for C-Store Expansion!
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Eagle Rock, CA
Do Not Visit Site Until You Speak With Broker. Please No Speaking with Employees/Ownership & Do Not Loiter on Property. Exclusively Listed and Presented By: The Gas Broker™. More Gas Stations For Sale...
$4,995,000
Turnkey IVF practice
Torrance, CA
IVF practice with fully accredited IVF laboratory by JCAHO and AAAHC certified surgery center established in 2006. Full range of services provided. Average volume of 130 IVF cycles per year. Physician...
$1,800,000
EBITDA: $300,000
Construction & Remodel Business
Yolo County, CA
This profitable business is a standalonewith strong revenues for 2025. The asking price recently increased. This construction and remodel business is getting a great deal of interest. Perfect add-on...
$550,000
Cash Flow: $200,000
FranchiseFACE FOUNDRIÉ
Available in California
FACE FOUNDRIÉ is an efficient and effective focused facial bar that provides affordable, approachable and accessible skincare in a modern and inclusive space. The brand launched franchising in 2021 and since then has opened 60+ locations nationwide and is on track to open 150 locations by 2027. The model includes cost effective build-outs, multiple revenue streams, and the ability to scale and grow.
$250,000
See More Franchises$2.5m Revenue Used Copier Wholesale Distributor - For Sale in CA
Sacramento County, CA
$2.5 million used copier wholesale distributor. This distributor, primarily sells Konica-Minolta and Ricoh, is very profitable with EBIT and EBITDA returns ranging from 11% to 15% in each of last four...
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$1,850,000
EBITDA: $375,000
Thriving Amazon Business doing 6k/month in the Tools Category
Los Angeles, CA
Own a thriving Amazon business consistently generating over $7,000 month to month in revenue. If you're seeking a business that offers consistent and substantial returns without demanding excessive...
$65,000
Profitable Car Rental Business – Serving Uber & Lyft Drivers – $615K R
$1,500,000
Santa Monica, CA
Established Agency Located in Highly Desired San Diego County, CA
San Diego County, CA
Established Agency Located in Highly Desired San Diego County, CA Are you looking for a turn-key business opportunity with excellent growth potential, located in the highly desired state of...
$425,000
“High-Growth Franchise Opportunity – Established Pizzeria with Seller
Los Angeles, CA
Exceptional opportunity to acquire an established Big Mama’s & Papa’s Pizzeria franchise located in the heart of Granada Hills’ Old Granada Village Business District. This well-recognized neighborhood...
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$300,000
Cash Flow: $50,000
FranchiseMathnasium
Available in California
Change lives through math, including your own - no educator experience required. We're top-in-category for franchisee satisfaction.
$112,000
See More FranchisesCommunity Staple Printing and Embroidery Business For Sale
Lodi, CA
All Sports Printing and Embroidery is a very successful printing and embroidery business. This business has been a staple within the community and prints clothing for schools, sports leagues, and many...
4
$375,000
Cash Flow: $140,000
Juice Bar Franchise for Sale in Sacramento County
Elk Grove, CA
This is a turnkey franchise juice bar. It is a well-known national health and wellness brand, located in a highly trafficked retail center in Sacramento County. The location is excellent, anchored by...
$299,000
Cash Flow: $41,776
BOBA Coffee & Tea//Chinese Bakery// Coffee Shop with CA Lottery!
Rosemead, CA
SDE: YTD-September 2025 - $69,944 AND WILL INCREASE AFTER OCT, NOV, DEC. SF: 851sf Base rent: $2,497 NET: $790 Total rent: $3,227; annual increases are 2.5% Utilities: $961 California lottery sales...
$99,000
Cash Flow: $69,944
Boutique Marketing Agency - Full Service, Notable Client Roster
Los Angeles County, CA
Turnkey, full-service marketing firm with a proven track record and a roster of long-standing clients across a wide range of industries. Strategy-driven firm, developing high-level communications that...
2
$1,470,000
EBITDA: $376,318
Mirage salon where beauty meets illusion
Simi Valley, CA
Mirage Salon - Established Aveda Concept Salon for Sale This well-established hair salon presents a unique opportunity to acquire a respected beauty business in Simi Valley's busy commercial center....
3
$29,500
Situ Millawabandara
EXP Commercial of California Inc.
Serving Sacramento County, CA
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Centrally Located Kitchen Opportunity
San Diego, CA
This business presents a strategic acquisition opportunity for a buyer seeking immediate operational continuity with the flexibility to expand or rebrand. The 1,200 square foot retail and production...
$49,000
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
Cash Flow: $37,370
Online Retail Store for Everyday Essentials
$200,000
Sacramento, CA
Central Downtown Established Sitdown Restaurant 47 License, Patio
Santa Cruz, CA
This is your chance. If you have been dreaming of running your own restaurant this is the excellent opportunity for a very low entry cost to take over and grow an established downtown Santa Cruz...
2
$229,900
Thriving $12M Premium Farmers Insurance Agency for Sale — Redding, CA
Redding, CA
Stand-Alone Building with Lease or Purchase Option! Looking for a business opportunity that combines proven profitability, brand power, and outstanding growth potential? This is it. This $12,000,000...
$2,520,000
FranchiseJuice It Up!
Available in California
Join a proven 30+ year brand with a strong franchise foundation, delivering $852K AUV among the top 25% and achieving 50% growth from 2019 to 2024. Capitalize on low startup costs, efficient operations, and a compact footprint designed for high performance and profitability.
$150,000
See More FranchisesCivil/structural Engineering Firm For Sale
Riverside County, CA
Established and highly active structural engineering firm specializing in residential and light commercial projects across multiple states. The company also provides solar design, permitting, and...
$2,500,000
Cash Flow: $650,000
Clearlake Pool Service Route for Sale
Lake County, CA
Partial SBA qualifiable based on buyers' financials. Long term established outstanding relationship with my clients. Amazing area to work and operate a pool business. Seasoned appreciative clients...
$408,000
Cash Flow: $156,900
Zen’s Tea House Norwalk Cafe established 2019
Norwalk, CA
Zen’s Tea House, a well-known name in the Southern California tea industry, is offering its Norwalk location for acquisition. This thriving Cafe / Retail space is an ideal opportunity for...
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$99,999
Cash Flow: $120,000
Bar - Type 48
Oakland, CA
Established Bar business in nice neighborhood of Oakland. Great location, Condition and opportunity....
$198,000
Beer And Wine Market With Meat & Produce
Los Angeles, CA
A beer, wine, and meat market is available near South Los Angeles. The same owner has operated it since 2001 and is now looking to sell due to health issues. The buyer may have the option to purchase...
$449,000
Softserve Ice Cream and Taiyaki-High Traffic, Loyal Customer Base,
Sacramento, CA
ESTABLISHED SOFT SERVE ICE CREAM AND TAIYAKI SHOP - NATOMAS, CA Rare opportunity to acquire a thriving soft serve ice cream and taiyaki franchise in one of Natomas's busiest plazas. This established...
2
$160,000
Jimmy Johns
Delano, CA
Established Jimmy John's franchise opportunity in Delano, CA featuring a prime retail corridor location with excellent visibility and strong daytime traffic from nearby schools and business centers....
6
$249,000
Full Service - Custom Industrial Packaging
Orange, CA
Established packaging and fulfillment company with decades of experience serving industrial and manufacturing clients is now available for acquisition. The business specializes in turnkey contract...
$2,200,000
Cash Flow: $397,882
Welding Business in LA County
South Gate, CA
This well-established Southern California structural steel and commercial construction business presents a unique opportunity for an owner/operator to step into a turnkey operation with a skilled,...
$199,000
Cash Flow: $151,245
FranchiseFitness Machine Technicians
Available Nationwide
Fitness Machine Technicians – a business-to-business and residential international franchise opportunity with the potential for residual income through recurring service-based contracts.
$50,000
See More FranchisesBuy 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
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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:
- Fresno Metro Area
- Greater Los Angeles Area
- Modesto-Merced Area
- Sacramento Area
- San Francisco Bay Area
- Visalia-Hanford Area
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.
- Food and Restaurants (approx. 1740)
- Retail (approx. 730)
- Service Businesses (approx. 570)
- Health Care and Fitness (approx. 440)
- Automotive and Boat (approx. 350)
- Manufacturing to Beauty and Personal Care, among others.
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.
