Claremont, CA
Established Restaurant for Sale in Popular Downtown Location PROOF OF FUNDS AND NDA ARE REQUIRED This successful American restaurant offers an outstanding investment opportunity in the heart of...
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Established Restaurant for Sale in Popular Downtown Location
Rare opportunity to acquire turnkey restaurant in SF Mission district
San Francisco, CA
Turnkey Two-Unit Restaurant Business for Sale – Mission District Rare opportunity to acquire a turnkey restaurant occupying two adjoining commercial units in San Francisco’s vibrant Mission District....
Freight Brokerage-Staff run-Owner 20 hours .Established 23 years
Garden Grove, CA
Owner works about 20 hours a week doing the administrative work and the staff of 6 do the rest . A freight brokerage is an intermediary that connects shippers (companies that need to move goods) with...
EBITDA: $746,530
FEDEX, UPS AND USPS shipping center- Package hub franchise
Fremont, CA
Business for Sale – Great Growth Opportunity Well-established mailing and shipping store available for sale. The business currently provides packing, shipping, mailbox rental, printing, copying, and...
Extreme Pizza Restaurant For Sale
Alamo, CA
Established Extreme Pizza Restaurant For Sale - Turn-Key Franchise Opportunity This thriving Extreme Pizza franchise presents an exceptional opportunity in the affluent town of Alamo, California....
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(Servpro)Water and Fire Remediation
Fountain Valley, CA
SERVPRO Water and Fire Remediation - Established Well Oiled Restoration Company This highly successful restoration and remediation franchise presents an exceptional opportunity to acquire a 20-year...
2
Cash Flow: $1,126,036
🔥 Award-Winning Hookah Lounge & Event Venue with Food for Sale 🔥
San Diego, CA
🔥 Award-Winning Hookah Lounge & Event Venue with Food permit for Sale – Prime Corner Location – San Diego Exceptional opportunity to acquire a high-end, fully built-out hookah lounge and event venue...
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Super 8 & Suites by Wyndham | High-Volume Festival Market
Indio, CA
CBRE is proud to present the sale of the Super 8 & Suites by Wyndham Indio, a 92-room, economy-scale hospitality asset located at 81753 CA-111 in the high-growth, festival-driven market of Indio,...
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Clinical Laboratory approved by Medicare and CA Medical
Santa Ana, CA
Established Clinical Laboratory with Medicare and Medi-Cal Approvals - Santa Ana, CA This fully operational clinical laboratory presents an exceptional opportunity in Orange County's thriving...
Rare 2-Territory Pink's Window Cleaning - Huntington & Long Beach
Long Beach, CA
--> Owner has priced this one to go now! 2-Territory Pink's Window Cleaning franchise in the Long Beach and Huntington Beach areas. The business has been open for right at 1-year and they are close to...
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Five Star Painting
Franchise
Available Nationwide
Ranked as a top Painting franchise by 2026 Entrepreneur Franchise 500®. $4.4K average gross sales per job!*
Positive Cash Flow & Endless Possibility
Santa Barbara, CA
Price reduced for the seller must go back to their country due to a family situation. Opportunities are coming in a new booming town. Takashi Ramen is a modern system-driven ramen restaurant designed...
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Turnkey Wellness Studio in Downtown Oceanside
Oceanside, CA
Turnkey Wellness Studio in Downtown Oceanside - Established Brand with 5-Star Reviews This thriving wellness studio presents an exceptional opportunity to acquire an established business in the heart...
6
Cash Flow: $80,000
Niche Facilities Service and Repair Business
$150,000
Roseville, CA
🥊 Established San Fernando Valley Boxing Gym | 4,600 SF | Strong Park
Los Angeles, CA
Established San Fernando Valley boxing and fitness operation for sale. Assets include operating brand, existing client and member relationships, equipment, furniture, fixtures, goodwill, business...
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Cash Flow: $300,000
Distinguished Glass Company
Baldwin Park, CA
Long-established and highly rated glazing contractor for sale in Los Angeles County. They are a full-service residential & commercial glazier that designs and installs glass and mirrors. About 75% of...
Cash Flow: $93,824
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Transworld Business Advisors
Serving San Diego County, CA
Transworld Business Advisors is considered by many to be the world leader in the marketing and sales of businesses, franchises and commercial real estate. Whether you represent an acquisition-minded corporation, or are personally interested in owning your own company, Transworld offers the professional services that successfully bring buyers and sellers together. From business brokerage, franchising, to mergers and acquisitions; we are the business sale specialists. Since our inception, we have excelled in getting deals done! Call us and you will understand what makes us the best company to handle any business or commercial real estate sale.
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Renowned Riverside County BBQ Restaurant
Riverside County, CA
After decades of success, the creators of this highly rated BBQ restaurant in Riverside County are ready to retire and pass their legacy on to the next generation. Their very effective website, social...
Cash Flow: $205,941
Car Dealership Business for sale - CARS INCLUDED
Murrieta, CA
14 cars are owned by the dealership. All the cars that are available at the time of the sale will transfer to the new owner as part of the deal for free. The number of cars may change as I'm currently...
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Cash Flow: $250,000
7-Year Sushi Restaurant | Prime Location | High-Upside Turnaround
West Covina, CA
Popular AYCE sushi concept in a high-traffic plaza with strong local following and major upside potential. This is a rare opportunity to acquire a well-established sushi restaurant with 7 years of...
Trendy Children's Boutique
Redondo Beach, CA
Established children's boutique offering a rare opportunity to acquire a profitable retail business with strong local recognition and significant growth potential. Located in a prime South Bay...
High Traffic Location Cigar Lounge & Steak House with Patio Seating
Imperial County, CA
Monalisa Cocktails & Cuisine presents an exceptional opportunity to acquire the only cigar club in town, strategically positioned at the high-traffic intersection of Aten Road and Highway 86 in...
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Image360
Franchise
Available Nationwide
For over 35 years, Image360 has been a leader in the $178 billion sign and graphics industry supporting businesses with their visual communication needs.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $909,792
Turn-Key Coffee Shop & Bookstore for Sale–A Community Staple 20+ yrs
Cobb, CA
Turn-Key Coffee Shop & Bookstore for Sale – A Beloved Community Staple for Over 20 Years Nestled in the heart of downtown Cobb, this charming coffee shop and bookstore presents a rare opportunity to...
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Cash Flow: $118,549
20+ Year Owned Cafe with Perfect Location
Sacramento, CA
We're a mom and pop location with a great customer base. Excellent goodwill. Renewing leases hasn't been a challenge (it's with UC) during the past 15+ years. Customers love us and the menu is great....
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Turnkey Farmers Insurance Agency | $200K+ Cash Flow | Immediate Income
$348,000
Walnut Creek, CA
Fully Remote San Diego Cleaning Co. | $221K SDE | 600+ 5-Star Reviews
San Diego, CA
WHB Cleaning is a fully remote, fully compliant residential cleaning company in San Diego generating $221K in trailing 12 month SDE, run daily by a trained internal team without the owner. This is not...
2
Cash Flow: $250,000
Turnkey Smoke Shop Business in prime location
Corona, CA
Established smoke shop business operating since 2006, under current ownership since 2017. This fully operational retail business is strategically located in Corona, CA, near Walmart, providing...
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3 Jimmy Johns Stores in Central California
Visalia, CA
National Brand. Established three Jimmy Johns stores located in Central California for sale. The price is $975,000. Total gross revenue $2,000,000 net income is between 15-20% depending on how the...
Cash Flow: $300,000
Profitable 25 Year Press Release Newswire Brand
San Diego, CA
Our client operates one of the small number of genuine independent press release newswire services still operating in the United States, and has done so profitably for twenty-five consecutive years....
Cash Flow: $129,693
Historical Landmark Restaurant Business for sale!
Los Angeles, CA
For the first time in years, an opportunity is available to own one of Mission Hills' most recognizable barbecue restaurants. This established local landmark has built a loyal customer following over...
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LEADING NAME in cafe industry for sale - Vivot Craft Cafe
Orange County, CA
## A Rare Turnkey Café Opportunity with Built-In Demand Opportunities like this rarely become available. This café comes fully equipped with both a **commercial Type I hood** and **grease trap**,...
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Successful Remodeling Business For Sale. Safe from A.I!
Napa, CA
We are a successful general contracting class b licensed remodeling business in the North Bay Area specifically servicing Napa/Sonoma/Vallejo/Fairfield/Vacaville. We are a small but profitable...
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Window World
Franchise
Available in California
Join Window World, the industry leader in custom exterior home improvement products. Our customers appreciate our great service and fantastic prices. Our franchise owners value our family culture and the ability to make a great living helping people. Find out how a Window World franchise opportunity can help you achieve more than you ever thought possible.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $5,760,214
Summer Enrichment Camp - SF Bay Area- Semi Absentee Owner
Contra Costa County, CA
Established, nationally accredited children's enrichment summer camp business serving education focused Bay Area families for 15+ years. Multiple camp locations offer day experiences for children ages...
2
Cash Flow: $250,000
Tire & Auto Repair + Star Smog Station + Real Estate | Asking $2.62M
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
South Gate, CA
Tire & Auto Repair + Star Smog Station + Real Estate ? Asking $2.62M Absentee-Run • 5-Day Operation • Free Standing + Corner Location • Asking $2.62M for Bus and RE 1. BUSINESS OVERVIEW Established...
Cash Flow: $223,482
Multi-Provider Primary Care & Sleep Medicine Practice in Southern CA
San Bernardino, CA
Incredible, real opportunity
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Carson, CA
Incredible opportunity to acquire a business established for over 30 years, this well-known neighborhood convenience store offers a rare opportunity to own a profitable, easy-to-manage retail...
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Running General Dentistry in SF East Bay Area (It is distress Sale) it
Alameda County, CA
This is a distress sale because of Dr. passed away. Need to sell ASAP. • Profitable general dentistry practice with established patient base • Prime East Bay location serving growing demographic •...
Cash Flow: $400,000
Lawn Doctor
Franchise
Available Nationwide
Entrepreneur Magazine Franchise 500 #1 In Category! Don’t Wait Contact Us Today and Be Ready to Launch Your Business by Spring.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $1,170,356
Pool Service Route - Sacramento, CA
Sacramento, CA
JOIN A BILLION DOLLAR INDUSTRY WITH UNLIMITED POTENTIAL! OWN YOUR OWN THRIVING POOL SERVICE ROUTE WITH RECURRING POSITIVE CASH FLOW. Well established part time pool route in Sacramento pocket area....
Cash Flow: $120,000
Vintage & Street Wear Clothing Store - Est. 2023 - BUY SELL TRADE
Oceanside, CA
Established vintage clothing and street wear boutique operating in Oceanside, CA since 2023. This buy, sell, trade retail business has built a strong foundation with consistent revenue growth and an...
3
Cash Flow: $40,000
Profitable Amazon FBA Store with Established Sales & Growth
San Diego, CA
Market & Growth Opportunities The Amazon FBA market continues to offer opportunities for entrepreneurs who want to build on an established business rather than start from scratch. Businesses with...
Cash Flow: $14,771
Established Chinese Restaurant for Sale in Prime Dublin Location
Dublin, CA
Excellent opportunity to acquire a fully equipped and established Chinese restaurant located in one of Dublin’s popular shopping centers. Surrounded by a variety of businesses and restaurants, the...
Wireless Telecommunication Services Company for Sale
Los Angeles, CA
The Company is a 24+ year wireless telecommunications engineering and field services platform supporting leading wireless vendors, carriers, and service providers across network modernization,...
Cash Flow: $1,200,000
Brigitte H
Keller William Realty Studio City
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
Brigitte H - 310 801 0705
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One Stop Comprehensive Wellness Studio
San Clemente, CA
One Stop Comprehensive Wellness Studio - Sauna and Cold Plunge Facility Established wellness studio featuring sauna and cold plunge services in the heart of San Clemente, Orange County. This fully...
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Profitable Turnkey Neighborhood DMV Registration Business!
San Diego County, CA
Established DMV Registration Service Business with Nearly 40 Years of Operating History. This turnkey business provides vehicle registration, title processing, renewal services, and commercial fleet...
Cash Flow: $93,365
Rolling ATM Machine, Retire Early!
$185,000
Elk Grove, CA
Established Auto Broker Business
San Diego County, CA
Business Description Established automotive brokerage and vehicle leasing business available for acquisition. The company specializes in arranging new and Certified Pre-Owned vehicle purchases and...
Cash Flow: $100,000
Crepe Cafe,Food Trucks & Catering.Beer & Wine license
Fullerton, CA
French Crepe restaurant on busiest Blvd corner location with patio, also included 2 food trucks and 3 mobile vans with all the equipment for on site catering. Beer & Wine license .All included...
Cash Flow: $156,000
Village Inn
Franchise
Available Nationwide
For the very best in breakfast and beyond, look no further than Village Inn - with a refreshed, modern store design and a well-established, reputable brand history.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $1,978,393
Vegan & Gluten free packaged food business - 16 products
San Diego, CA
Original, wholesome, convenient & healthy sustainably packaged vegan & gluten free foods, tried & tested over ten years at my acclaimed restaurant in La Jolla. Five premium local wholesale store...
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Cash Flow: $145,300
Photography Business Serving Preschools and Daycares in the South Bay
Rancho Palos Verdes, CA
Established Photography Business Serving Preschools and Daycares in South Bay This well-established photography business has been successfully serving preschools and daycares across the South Bay area...
Cash Flow: $37,929
Oscar's Restaurant, Bar & Live Entertainment
Palm Springs, CA
Located in the heart of downtown Palm Springs, Oscar’s Palm Springs presents a rare opportunity to own one of the desert’s most recognized dining, entertainment, drag shows, Sunday T- Dances and...
Auto Repair & Collision | $2M Revenue | 100+ Vehicle Capacity
Los Angeles, CA
Built and expanded into a $2 million revenue operation, this automotive repair and collision business combines substantial infrastructure, established marketing and customer acquisition systems, and...
6
Cash Flow: $300,000
HVAC Industrial Coating Company
Temecula, CA
HVAC Industrial Coating Company - Mostly in San Diego/Orange County This highly profitable, home-based HVAC coating business specializes in applying commercial-grade coatings to HVAC units throughout...
6
Cash Flow: $140,000
Jewelry Business with Diversified Revenue and Growth Potential
Los Angeles, CA
This is a founder-led jewelry business with an established brand identity, loyal customer base, and diversified revenue across direct-to-consumer, wholesale, and inventory monetization channels. The...
6
Cash Flow: $696,038
Profitable Green Retail Business For Sale
Vacaville, CA
Step into a proven, high-performing business that is the undisputed leader in teen and young adult fashion and resale for both guys and girls! This profitable Plato’s Closet location is more than just...
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Established Traditional Japanese restaurant
Davis, CA
Hikari is a well-established traditional Japanese restaurant operating as the only Omakase restaurant in the Sacramento-Davis area since 2021. Located in prime downtown Davis with 1,200 square feet of...
Cash Flow: $120,000
Cheers – Iconic Vacaville Bar & Nightclub for Sale (36 Years Strong!)
Vacaville, CA
After 36 successful years, Cheers A Pub—a beloved and established bar and nightclub—is now available for sale. This turn-key business is one of Solano County’s longest-running nightlife destinations,...
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Signarama
Franchise
Available Nationwide
Signarama is ranked #1 in the sign industry as the leading franchise offering branding services, signs, and graphics to businesses, organizations, and consumers. With nearly 900 stores, Signarama represents 80% of the franchised sign business around the world.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $916,066
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
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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.
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