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Established Refrigeration Service Company

California

This well-established refrigeration service company specializes in the repair, maintenance, and installation of commercial refrigeration systems. Serving a diverse client base, including restaurants,...

$1,500,000

$1,500,000

Cash Flow: $333,916

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High-End Window Treatment Company $200K+ SDE

Contra Costa County, CA

This is a unique chance to acquire a well-established, customer-focused window covering retail business in a high-income East Bay community. The business specializes in premium blinds, shades,...

$599,000

$599,000

Cash Flow: $294,102

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Children’s Clothing E-Com Store Featuring Famous Italian Brand – $5K

Los Angeles, CA

Premium E-Commerce Store – Branded Italian Children’s Clothing – $5K Well-established Shopify-based online store specializing in premium Italian children’s fashion (Original Marines brand). Location:...

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$5,000

$5,000

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Drug, Alcohol and DNA Testing

Chula Vista, CA

Profitable Drug, Alcohol & DNA Testing Business - San Diego County Established healthcare testing company serving Chula Vista and surrounding areas, generating $150,000 in annual revenue through...

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$50,000

$50,000

Freight Brokerage For Sale — Active MC #, Leads & Listings

Fresno, CA

Fully active freight brokerage for sale — includes MC authority, bond, website, logo, shipper leads, and prior customer accounts. The business is set up and ready — just needs an operator to step in...

$150,000

$150,000

San Jose Flower Shop for Sale – Great Location!

San Jose, CA

This well-established flower shop in San Jose offers a fantastic opportunity to own a profitable business in a prime location. The store features a fully equipped workspace, including refrigeration...

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$64,500

$64,500

Beauty Supply, Boutique & Salon, Community Presence, Educated Staff

Yolo County, CA

In 2012, the current owner capitalized on the opportunity to start and operate a beauty shop in a location that has been known to house beauty shops for many, many years. The business focuses on...

$50,000

$50,000

Cash Flow: $17,081

General Auto Repair - Long Established

San Diego, CA

General auto repair, transmission and suspension service. Increasing revenue and profits year after year. In business for 43 years,with a long, consistent history of profitability. This business has a...

$499,000

$499,000

Cash Flow: $170,000

Wetzel Pretzel Franchise

San Luis Obispo County, CA

Pretzel Franchise Wetzel's Pretzels is a baker that lives by the original vision of its founders: to provide hot, delectable, handmade pretzels to customers whenever the urge should strike. Each...

$200,000

$200,000

Cash Flow: $58,000

Contemporary Asian-inspired Californian Cuisine Restaurant

Saratoga, CA

Newly established restaurant in the heart of an affluent area. This popular eatery boasts a loyal customer base and strong revenue, making it a reliable investment. Situated in a central location, the...

$250,000

$250,000

Cash Flow: $125,680

ANTOJITOS TENAMPA Family Mexican Restaurant

Lemon Grove, CA

Welcome to ANTOJITOS TENAMPA Family Mexican Restaurant, we are offering an incredible opportunity to own a well-established Mexican restaurant located on a well known and busy street in Lemon Grove,...

$99,000

$99,000

Profitable Northern California Kettle Corn Business For Sale

Nevada County, CA

This established kettle corn business has a strong presence in the Grass Valley, Nevada City and Metro Sacramento area with an active market that extends to a one hour radius around Grass Valley. This...

$207,000

$207,000

Cash Flow: $47,000

Highly Reputable Residential & Commercial Construction

$1,675,000 - El Cerrito, CA

$1,675,000

El Cerrito, CA

Vi Tran

First Choice Business Brokers-SF Bay

Pool Service Route - Roseville, CA

Roseville, CA

JOIN A BILLION DOLLAR INDUSTRY WITH UNLIMITED POTENTIAL! OWN YOUR OWN THRIVING POOL SERVICE ROUTE WITH RECURRING POSITIVE CASH FLOW. Easy 1-day route in nice areas of Roseville and Gramite Bay. This...

$19,356

$19,356

Cash Flow: $20,000

Beauty salon for sale in Rocklin shopping center

Rocklin, CA

Established beauty salon located in a prime Rocklin shopping center, offering a turnkey opportunity in the thriving personal care industry. This well-positioned facility operates within 26 minutes of...

$45,000

$45,000

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Smoke shop

Modesto, CA

Business next to Starbucks this is the best place...

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$90,000

$90,000

Cash Flow: $120,000

Beauty Salon For Sale In La Jolla

San Diego County, CA

Located in the heart of downtown La Jolla near a popular hotel resort, this salon benefits from excellent walk-in traffic. Specializing in hair extensions, color, and styling, the business features...

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$299,000

$299,000

Cash Flow: $58,487

OEM Wiring Harness Manufacturer - B2B, Recurring, Relocatable

Santa Cruz, CA

With over 25 years of proven performance, this established Santa Cruz area business designs and produces high-quality, cost-effective custom wiring harnesses, connectors and cabling solutions. These...

$1,100,000

$1,100,000

Cash Flow: $365,697

Profitable Prime Location Sushi Restaurant for sale by owner

Los Angeles, CA

Established neighborhood sushi restaurant in prime Los Angeles location offering exceptional investment opportunity. This women-owned business has operated successfully for 13 years (established 2012)...

$120,000

$120,000

Cash Flow: $32,000

San Diego Deli For Sale – Steady Sales, Easy to Run!

San Diego, CA

MOM’s Deli – Affordable Turnkey Opportunity in a Business Park Setting Here’s a hidden gem with big potential! MOM’s Deli is a clean, owner-friendly operation nestled in a busy business park with...

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$135,000

$135,000

Cash Flow: $120,000

Much Loved Bead Store in Alameda County

Alameda County, CA

20 years+ long established bead store on prime corner at the gateway to a treasured main street shopping district. This shop presents a perfect opportunity to continue a legacy of quality products and...

$64,900

$64,900

Cash Flow: $30,000

Auto Supply Shop

Los Angeles, CA

Well-Established Auto Supply Store Operating in the Same Location for Over 40 Years This AutoZone-style Auto Supply Shop, trusted by local customers for decades, is now available for sale. Operated...

$75,000

$75,000

Cash Flow: $107,712

Executive Suite, Virtual Address, and Virtual Receptionist Business

$425,000 - San Francisco County, CA

$425,000

San Francisco County, CA

Michael White

United Franchise Group

Profits & Purpose: Senior Services Biz with Room to Grow

Palm Springs, CA

This is the only certified and provider of full-service senior relocation, downsizing, and estate sales across Palm Springs, Palm Desert, Rancho Mirage, and all nine Desert Cities. With a strong local...

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$99,000

$99,000

Cash Flow: $35,379

Established Successful Senior Care Business for Sale

San Luis Obispo County, CA

A well-established senior in-home care provider in the San Luis Obispo area, has a strong revenue history, recently with annual average gross revenue of $825,000 over the past three years. The company...

$485,000

$485,000

Cash Flow: $261,937

Ovary 15 Year Amazon VC account for sale

Duarte, CA

Please check our www.glxhelmets.com,...

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$3,500,000

$3,500,000

Cash Flow: $350,000

Established liquor store, licensed, furnished and ready to go!

Lomita, CA

For lease: spacious 1,880 sqft fully furnished liquor and convenience store. Family owned and operated since 1987. Major expansion and renovation done in 2015. Located right off of PCH in Lomita under...

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$98,000

$98,000

Turnkey Seafood restaurant with type 41 beverage license

Covina, CA

Mexican/seafood restaurant for sale 2,700 sq feet Type 41 beer & wine license included 1 one door freezer 1 two door freezer 1 under counter 3 door fridge Walk in fridge 4 42 in TVs 1 110in projector...

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$120,000

$120,000

Thriving and Long Standing 2 Assisted Living business for Sale

Oceanside, CA

Thriving Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE) located in Oceanside, California. This licensed 12-bed facility offers private rooms, excellent care services, and a warm home-like...

$300,000

$300,000

Cash Flow: $475,000

Turnkey Retail Quilting Craft and Hobby Shop with Great Reviews

Temecula, CA

For several years, this independent retail quilt shop in Old Town Temecula has been a quilter’s haven for supplies, classes (both in-person and virtual), and quilting parties. Open 6 days per week,...

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$265,000

$265,000

Turn Key Wellness and Day Spa

Redondo Beach, CA

This locally owned and operated spa and wellness business, established in 2002, specializes in pain management and offers a range of services in a relaxing environment. The business provides...

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$169,362

$169,362

Cash Flow: $56,454

1,495sf Hookah Lounge w/Low Rent

Pomona, CA

Rent is $2,423/mo. Lease ends next year Sep. 30 with one 2 years option. Liquor license can be applied....

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$98,000

$98,000

Turnkey Flexible Workspace Business in Prime Location

$250,000 - Folsom, CA

$250,000

Folsom, CA

Michael White

United Franchise Group

EXPRESS CAR WASH + PROPERTY near Major Intersection

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Jurupa Valley, CA

EXPRESS CAR WASH, Built in 2015, Major Intersection, over 49,000 vehicles per day • Prime location, near major intersection, Limonite Ave and Van Buren, with daily traffic over 49,000 vehicles per day...

$2,680,000

$2,680,000

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Successful Real Estate Photography and Virtual Tour Business

Alameda County, CA

Overview: This business is well established with over 15 years in business, and is ready for the real estate market to boom once interest rates start coming down in 2026 and beyond! And with the...

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$550,000

$550,000

Cash Flow: $135,000

Technology Retail/Repair Business in Coastal Northern California

California

Transworld Business Advisors of Fremont DRE# 02194963 presents: An independently owned and well-established technology retail/repair and services business in a highly desirable coastal Northern...

$785,000

$785,000

Cash Flow: $314,241

Premium Mobile Car Wash Business – Fully Remote, LA-Based – $45K Net

Los Angeles, CA

This is a turnkey, low-overhead opportunity ideal for an owner-operator or investor looking to grow in LA’s booming car care market. Priced to sell since the owner needs to shift his focus on his main...

$35,000

$35,000

Farm-to-Table Produce Subscription | Residential & Commercial Clients

California

This well-established Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) business delivers fresh, seasonal produce to a loyal base of residential and commercial subscribers across Southern California. Built on a...

$1,200,000

$1,200,000

Cash Flow: $400,000

In Contract - Popular Japanese Hot Pot Shabu Shabu

San Diego, CA

Established Japanese Hot Pot Shabu Shabu Restaurant - Downtown San Diego This profitable shabu shabu hot pot restaurant presents an exceptional opportunity in San Diego's thriving dining scene....

$349,000

$349,000

Rocklin’s Trusted Auto Repair Shop: Prime Location & Loyal Customers

Rocklin, CA

Step into ownership of one of Rocklin’s most established and trusted auto repair businesses since 1987 – a Repair Pal Certified, award-winning shop with a strong reputation and loyal customer base....

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$250,000

$250,000

Thomas Chang

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Serving Santa Clara County, CA

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(ON HOLD) National Catering Company NFL & Military Contracts

Novato, CA

SALE ON HOLD, Established Catering Company with NFL, Military, and Opportunity to expand into Healthcare Contracts! Are you an experienced chef or catering professional ready to take your career to...

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$5,500,000

$5,500,000

Cash Flow: $2,234,154

Convenience and Liquor Store

Contra Costa County, CA

Great opportunity to buy established Liquor and convenience store in East bay, Concord near SR 4 and SR 242 exit. Franchised store, would require Franchise approval. The new owner can add more...

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$595,000

$595,000

Cash Flow: $140,000

Wholesale Food Business For Sale Strong Financials&growth Potential

$1,950,000 - Huntington Beach, CA

$1,950,000

Huntington Beach, CA

30 FedEx Ground Routes, Fresno CA

Fresno County, CA

Profitable and well-established FedEx P&D (pickup and delivery) routes operating out of the Fresno, California station. The routes are strategically arranged for efficient load sharing and fully...

$3,000,000

$3,000,000

Cash Flow: $886,927

Wedding and Event Planning Company For Sale

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...

$425,000

$425,000

Cash Flow: $183,350

OC CA Commercial P&C Insurance Agency For Sale

Fountain Valley, CA

This is an excellent opportunity to acquire a 95% commercial small business P&C insurance book, ideal for expanding your existing agency. The client base comprises Mandarin and English-speaking small...

$850,000

$850,000

Cash Flow: $246,339

Community Management Company For Sale, San Diego

San Diego County, CA

Community Management Business for Sale – San Diego Area Are you ready to own a thriving community management business with a proven track record? This is a rare opportunity to acquire a...

$750,000

$750,000

Cash Flow: $140,000

Electrical Business - Profitable In Silicon Valley

Milpitas, CA

VERY EASY TO RUN! Electrical price book already built into CRM (2 years to fully complete) For sale is a well-established, licensed Electrical company servicing the greater Bay Area since 2018. With...

$900,000

$900,000

Cash Flow: $420,000

Salad Dressing Manufacturing

Los Angeles County, CA

Small family-owned salad dressing business located in the San Fernando Valley. Established and great potential for growth! Business is turn-key and ready to be taken on by new owners!...

$55,000

$55,000

40yr Established Commercial Electrical Services Company

Orange County, CA

*Electrical experience required.* This acquisition represents an opportunity to acquire a profitable and established electrical services Company with recurring revenue, substantial inventory assets,...

$3,500,000

$3,500,000

Cash Flow: $752,168

Disneyland Airbnb Sublease Business For Sale

Orange County, CA

Established short-term rental arbitrage business featuring 10 fully furnished, Disney-themed properties strategically located in Orange County, California. This turnkey operation has been successfully...

$100,000

$100,000

Cash Flow: $400,000

High-Volume Pinkberry San Diego, CA - Fashion Valley Shopping Mall!

San Diego, CA

Offering premium nonfat frozen yogurt in both tart and sweet, plus dairy free-options. Their top-quality flavor selection varies from their popular original tart flavor to a wide rotation of...

$249,000

$249,000

Cash Flow: $95,707

Glassware Branding Business with Established Client Base

Paso Robles, CA

Established Glassware Branding Business with Strong Central Coast Presence This profitable glassware decoration business has served the Central Coast of California since 2011, specializing in custom...

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$70,000

$70,000

Beverage Drinks Shop FOR SALE in City of Industry

City Of Industry, CA

Seize the opportunity to own a well-established and popular tea, coffee, juice, beverage type shop location in the bustling City of Industry. This turn-key business location offers a unique chance to...

$100,000

$100,000

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.