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Award-Winning Auto Repair Shop in Santa Rosa

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Santa Rosa, CA

Most auto shops fix cars. The smart ones become the default answer when something goes wrong. This Sonoma County repair business has quietly built exactly that: loyal repeat customers, consistent...

$1,600,000

$1,600,000

Cash Flow: $134,870

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Popular Gourmet Sandwich Shop with Beer and Wine Close to Santa Cruz

Santa Cruz County, CA

THIS BUSINESS IS IN ESCROW. BACK UP OFFERS CONSIDERED BY SELLER. SBA PRE-QUALIFIED. 10% DOWN FOR APPROVED BUYER! PRICE JUST REDUCED TO $425,000 + INVENTORY. Here’s your chance to own a truly unique...

$425,000

$425,000

Cash Flow: $190,000

Well-Established Commercial / Wholesale Bakery

Orange County, CA

**DO NOT GO TO THE BUSINESS DIRECTLY.** All visits and all communication to the Seller must be coordinated through the broker. Otherwise, you will be in violation of your NDA (if executed) and will...

$199,000

$199,000

Cash Flow: $55,000

B2B Special Wholesale Parts Supplier To the Car Industry

Contra Costa County, CA

Excellent opportunity for a business that supplies car replacement parts that are always in demand. Includes about $40,000 FFE. ( Inventory and price may change based on current inventory)...

$500,000

$500,000

Award-Winning Bay Area Design-Build Firm with Prov

San Francisco County, CA

Thriving design-build general contractor based in San Francisco with strong brand presence and consistent year-over-year growth. Specializing in high-end remodels, ADUs, additions, and full-home...

$4,000,000

$4,000,000

Cash Flow: $119,040

Established Senior Care Business (Alamo, CA)

Alamo, CA

ACP Brands has been a leading home care service provider since 2004. Our owners provide non-medical, in-home care to keep their clients happy and safe in their homes. We pride ourselves in being a...

$94,000

$94,000

High Volume Fine Dining Restaurant,Full Bar, Outdoor seating, Low Rent

La Verne, CA

**Proof of funds and a strong experience resume are required before an NDA is signed.** Overview: Elite Steakhouse is a highly successful and profitable dining establishment located in the vibrant San...

$1,999,888

$1,999,888

Cash Flow: $587,000

High-End Hair & Nail Salon in Premier OC Hotel

Anaheim, CA

High-End Hair & Nail Salon in Premier OC Hotel – Rare Turnkey Opportunity! Location: Orange County, CA Price: [Insert asking price] Gross Revenue: Approx. $120,000 Employees: 3 FF&E: Included Real...

$49,000

$49,000

Ventura County Home Health – 30 Census

Simi Valley, CA

California Home Health Agency – Joint Commission Accredited – Clean & Scalable This agency presents a rare opportunity for an experienced operator to acquire a compliant, active, and Joint...

$899,000

$899,000

Cash Flow: $382,085

Turnkey Liquor Store in a Busy Area - San Joaquin County

San Joaquin County, CA

Turnkey opportunity to own a well-established liquor store located in a high-traffic area of San Joaquin County. This 2,000 sq ft store is clean, organized, and fully stocked, offering a wide variety...

$330,999

$330,999

Licensed Medicare Certified and JC Accredited HHA

Camarillo, CA

Home Health Care Agency serving Seniors in Ventura and North-West Los Angeles Counties. The agency offers Home Health Care services including patients in their place of residence. With a mission to...

Not Disclosed

Not Disclosed

Cash Flow: $250,000

San Bernardino County, Successful Restaurant, Bar & Large Patio

Chino, CA

San Bernardino County, Successful Restaurant, Bar & Large Patio, Corner Location in Major Strip Mall RRC# 5070 Location: San Bernardino County Description: This 4500 sq ft restaurant has become a...

$595,000

$595,000

Established Dry Cleaning Business for Sale – Palmdale, CA

Palmdale, CA

HS Listing ID-66946 Take advantage of this turnkey opportunity to own a well-established dry cleaning business in the heart of Palmdale. This Dry Cleaner has a loyal local customer base, one...

$80,000

$80,000

Cash Flow: $60,000

Award-Winning Silicon Valley Restaurant & Bar; $2 million Sales

San Mateo County, CA

Award-Winning Silicon Valley Restaurant & Bar; $2 million Sales; Prime Location RRC# 5073 Location: Silicon Valley Description: Dinner Service Only/ Expansion Potential. This distinguished restaurant...

$350,000

$350,000

Cash Flow: $166,000

Great Franchise Opportunity For A Well Known Brand

Fullerton, CA

Great opportunity to own an attractive, well established, high visibility, major busy street location, Circle-K Franchise. Situated within walking distance of Cal State Fullerton college, a major...

$1,300,000

$1,300,000

Professionally Managed Highly Profitable Indoor Grow & Real Estate

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

San Bernardino County, CA

Highly profitable and well established indoor natural herb growing operation. Best-in-class build and quality control equipment, measurement and management with 100-300% capacity increase possible...

$9,995,000

$9,995,000

Cash Flow: $2,100,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Jeff & Linda Nyman

First Choice Business Brokers

Serving Orange County, CA

Since 1994 First Choice Business Brokers Las Vegas has created successful Business Sale Transactions by: - A consultive approach with both Buyer and Seller from valuation through transfer of ownership, always creating a win-win outcome. - Negotiating between Buyer and Seller by keeping their end goal in mind which is a smooth transition of ownership with terms that are acceptable to both. - Facilitating the sale by being a conduit of information between Buyer and Seller. - Navigating the process between Buyer, Seller, Closing Entity and Lenders. We listen, apply our knowledge, and prioritize your needs. From inquiry to close we are committed to confidentially serving our clients. If you're looking to buy or sell a business, don't settle for anything less than our professional, experienced business intermediaries. Business owners, when it is time to reap the rewards of your years of hard work, plan to enhance your business' value with effective pre-sale planning , market positioning and optimized deal structure. Your approach to selling your business will determine your legacy. Our passionate team of professionals and our comprehensive processes will get the job done.

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37 year old profitable Retail Pharmacy in Sherman Oaks/Valley Village

Valley Village, CA

After 37 successful years, the landlord decided to build an apartment building, so the pharmacy had to be relocated. Seller is about to retire; he doesn’t want to deal with relocation. Currently, he...

$185,000

$185,000

Cash Flow: $30,560

Novato CA CPA Tax Practice for Sale

Marin County, CA

• The owner is a CPA • This practice was established in 1994 • Software in use includes prosystem fx • Seller prefers a buyer located in the Marin, Sonoma or Mendocino Counties • Approximately $20,000...

$350,000

$350,000

Cash Flow: $129,000

Proj $1.2M EBITDA Tech-Driven Real Estate Brokerage with $700M+ Deals

Santa Clara County, CA

This established, tech-driven real estate services firm specializes in multifamily transactions, 1031 exchanges, and property management. The business combines high-margin brokerage revenue (2-2.5%...

Not Disclosed

Not Disclosed

EBITDA: $1,200,000

High Volume and Profitable Mountain Mike's Pizza Business for Sale

California

High Volume Profitable Mountain Mike's Franchise Pizza Restaurant for Sale in Central Coastal City - CA Well-established pizza restaurant generating approximately $115,000 current monthly average,...

$859,000

$859,000

Rare Turnkey Restaurant Opportunity in the Heart of San Diego

San Diego, CA

PROPERTY HIGHLIGHTS • APPROX 3000 SF 2ND GENERATION RESTAURANT AND BAR • ABC TYPE 47 LICENSE • 14FT TYPE 1 HOOD SYSTEM • GREASE INTERCEPTOR • LARGE WALK-IN COOLER • BONUS OFFICE/STORAGE • NEW LEASE...

$275,000

$275,000

Established Plastering Company For Sale

Los Angeles County, CA

The Company is a highly-regarded plaster company working with quality general contractors and homeowners. They specialize in exterior plastering for high-end, single family, residential (SFR) new...

$1,300,000

$1,300,000

Cash Flow: $220,920

Exotic Rugs showroom over 30 years

Laguna Niguel, CA

E2 or E5 Visa - Over $1,000,000(take less) in appreciating inventory at wholesale cost is not included verified by certified exotic rug appraisal , take less . Owner is moving back home. Beautiful...

$300,000

$300,000

Cash Flow: $300,000

Profitable Heavy Civil Construction in California

California

Serious buyers with heavy civil construction experience only please. Must provide ability to purchase with proof of funds showing at least $5 million in liquid capital. Note: Adjusted EBITDA shown...

Not Disclosed

Not Disclosed

EBITDA: $4,002,912

Plumbing,HVAC and Electrical Business

Chester, CA

Established in 1980, this full-service HVAC, Plumbing and Electrical contracting business serves both residential and commercial markets throughout Chester and a 50 mile serving radius from the...

$500,000

$500,000

Cash Flow: $200,000

Profitable Tire & Auto Service-Established 18 Years

Glendora, CA

This is a very profitable tire and auto service business that has been established by the same owner for over for over 18 years. The business is located on a heavily travelled boulevard with great...

$520,000

$520,000

Cash Flow: $370,000

MIXED-USE: Liquor Store & Residential in South Bay

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Torrance, CA

PROPERTY HIGHLIGHTS 2,000 +/- SF Newly Renovated Liquor Store & 1,400+/- SF Upgraded 1bed/1bath residential unit Excellent Opportunity to Purchase a FULLY EQUIPPED 2nd Gen turnkey Liquor Store with a...

$1,350,000

$1,350,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Established Private Pizza Restaurant business for sale

Tulare County, CA

Description: Independent Pizza Business for Sale in Tulare County, CA. It's located off a busy street, a 2,600 square foot restaurant space with 77 people dine-in capacity, Beer Wine license, double...

$239,000

$239,000

30 yrs. old clinical lab, PPOs BC, BS, UHC, HealthNet, Medi-Medi

Encino, CA

Long-established laboratory with grandfathered in-network insurance contracts — including with major providers no longer extending such agreements to privately held labs. Location: Busy Medical...

$2,300,000

$2,300,000

Cash Flow: $300,000

Established Flooring Retailer

Santa Clara County, CA

Established flooring retail store located in the heart of Los Altos. This store is one of three locations operated under the trusted Carpeteria brand, with a 50+ year track record of excellence in the...

$250,000

$250,000

Established Flooring Retailer

Santa Clara County, CA

Well-positioned flooring retail store located in Campbell--with strong residential and commercial demand. This location is one of three operated under the respected Carpeteria brand, which has been...

$500,000

$500,000

Cash Flow: $159,380

Tamales/Salsa manufacturing, distribution & store

Sacramento, CA

This small company sells salsa, gourmet tamales (vegan, vegetarian, meat), enchiladas, seitan, teas, and burritos. The sale includes two trademarked brands with barcoded, retail-ready packaging and...

$270,000

$270,000

Cash Flow: $119,255

Tamales/Salsa manufacturing, distribution & store

Sacramento, CA

Natural foods company specializing in salsas and a wide variety of gourmet tamales, with vegan, vegetarian, and meat options under two popular brands with trademarks and FDA approved labels and...

$270,000

$270,000

Cash Flow: $119,225

Smoke Shop, High-Volume, Monthly Net Income $15K

Los Angeles County, CA

This well-established smoke shop offers a fantastic opportunity for entrepreneurs looking to own a profitable retail business in a bustling, high-traffic area. The store boasts a spacious 1,000 sq....

$159,000

$159,000

Cash Flow: $180,000

Established Solar & Battery Installations Business In-House Installers

California

Step into the future of clean energy with this established and profitable solar and battery installation business based in Southern California. The business is thriving, with healthy Q1 sales and a...

$1,100,000

$1,100,000

Cash Flow: $624,655

Profitable Pizza in Van Nuys

Van Nuys, CA

This profitable pizza restaurant is located in a busy location and this pizza restaurant is by far the best, second to none and the food is amazingly and scrumptiously delicious and it is always...

$850,000

$850,000

Cash Flow: $425,495

Immigration Law Practice with Steady Client Base – Well Established!

Los Angeles, CA

This south Los Angeles County legal practice specializes in immigration matters, including visas, renewals and the citizenship process. This well-established 30 year old practice primarily deals with...

$275,000

$275,000

Cash Flow: $107,490

Established Real Estate Staging Company

Orange County, CA

Established real estate staging company for sale in Orange County that services residential real estate listings for sale. FF&E included with the sale is over $200,000 in furniture of a variety of...

$300,000

$300,000

Retail Pharmacy near major Hospital in Downtown Los Angeles. All PBMs

Los Angeles, CA

Established in 2024, the retail pharmacy is located in Downtown Los Angeles. ~ 2,500 sq. ft. of space, a new 5+5 lease will be signed with a qualified buyer. Most of the major insurances are accepted....

$225,880

$225,880

Cash Flow: $56,800

Turnkey Café Space– Prime Opportunity!

Ventura, CA

The Cafe currently serves lite fare, bakery goods, lunch items and coffee. A fully built-out 1,210 sq ft café space is now available – perfect for a coffee shop, sandwich shop, or light fare concept....

$75,000

$75,000

Liquor Store with Property near LAX

Los Angeles County, CA

Liquor Store with Property near Los Angeles Airport is for sale. The business open from 8 AM to 2AM next day. The sale includes a 2Br 1 Ba House in the 10,645 SF Lot. The size of the building is 4,558...

$2,600,000

$2,600,000

Established Multi-Platform Men’s Apparel eCommerce

Los Angeles County, CA

This is a rare opportunity to acquire a well-established men’s apparel business selling across four major eCommerce platforms: Amazon, eBay (two accounts), and Walmart. With over a decade of operating...

$100,000

$100,000

Cash Flow: $72,000

Established Multi-Platform Men’s Apparel eCommerce

Los Angeles County, CA

This is a rare opportunity to acquire a well-established men’s apparel business selling across four major eCommerce platforms: Amazon, eBay (two accounts), and Walmart. With over a decade of operating...

$199,000

$199,000

Cash Flow: $72,000

Retail Shipping & Business Services Store with Growth Potential

Los Angeles, CA

This is a retail packing and shipping store partnered with major carriers such as UPS, USPS, and FedEx. In addition to shipping, the store offers a variety of ancillary services including copying,...

$100,000

$100,000

Cash Flow: $66,000

Eon Lew

District Realty Group

Serving Los Angeles County, CA

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Smoke Shop: City of Orange, California

Orange, CA

Smoke Shop: City of Orange, California Is "For Sale" by Regional Real Estate - Commercial. Business is located in the City of Orange, California. Open 7 days a week from 10am to 10pm, Estimated 1750...

$48,888

$48,888

San Francisco Neighborhood Bar, ABC 48 License. Excellent Location!

San Francisco, CA

Long established, 33 Years, bar with ABC 48 License. Needs a refresh under new ownership, but great space, 1,700 sq.ft. in dynamic SF neighborhood with excellent foot traffic. Contact Greg Kofman for...

$245,000

$245,000

Well Established Liquor Store business for Sale in Fresno Area

Fresno, CA

Liquor Store Business Opportunity – Prime Fresno Location An exceptional opportunity to acquire a well-established liquor store in a high-traffic area of Fresno, CA. Currently, the business is doing...

$799,000

$799,000

Superb Marin County/ Larkspur Restaurant For Sale.

Larkspur, CA

Superb Marin County/ Larkspur Restaurant For Sale. Full Kitchen and ABC 41, Beer & Wine License. Excellent location, surrounded by notable and popular other restaurants. Lease includes common shopping...

$325,000

$325,000

San Francisco Sunset/ Prime Irving Street Full Service Restaurant.

San Francisco, CA

San Francisco Sunset/ Prime Irving Street Full Service Restaurant with ABC 41, Beer & Wine License. Excellent foot traffic and new lease is available! Contact Greg Kofman for further details....

$125,000

$125,000

Outstanding San Francisco Fillmore Street Location.

San Francisco, CA

Outstanding Pacific Heights Fillmore Street Full Service Restaurant For Sale. Includes ABC 41 Beer & Wine License. Please Call Greg Kofman For Further Information....

$280,000

$280,000

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.