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Hungry Howie's Pizza- Gosford Rd and 2209 Niles Point, Bakersfield

Bakersfield, CA

Step into a thriving business with this exclusive opportunity to own two well-established Hungry Howie's Pizza locations in Bakersfield, California. Situated in prime areas, these locations at 4500...

$400,000

$400,000

Award winning Southern Restaurant

Los Angeles County, CA

Award winning Southern restaurant /deli Good net. Well established. owner will carry...

$295,000

$295,000

Korean Restaurant- 660K-Employee Run, Net:18K Month

Artesia, CA

A Korean restaurant in a busy mall with a prime location between Cerritos and Buena Park. A traditional style Korean restaurant that is run well by the employees without the owner. 3000 SF, ABC...

$700,000

$700,000

Profitable Turnkey 40+ year Printing & Graphics Business

Los Angeles County, CA

Take advantage of this exceptional opportunity to acquire a profitable, owner-operated printing services business with 40+ years of proven performance and community trust. The business has built a...

$315,000

$315,000

Absentee run Mediterranean restaurant for sale in Fairfield

Fairfield, CA

Absentee run Mediterranean eatery for sale in Fairfield of Solano county. Tucked in a corner of a little plaza with Thai restaurant and Mexican restaurant. Lowe home improvement is nearby. There is...

$150,000

$150,000

47 lic restaurant & bar-Desert location on the Runway! Great rent

Borrego Springs, CA

Lifestyle change restaurant with FULL LIQUOR. Live entertainment-keep current popular menu or bring your own. Rent is $750 per month! Or 5% of sales over 15k, so you will have an excellent rent...

$499,999

$499,999

West LA / Inglewood Turnkey Retail Pharmacy - Inside Medical Building

Los Angeles County, CA

Currently Under Contract This is a compelling opportunity for a pharmacist owner operator looking to enter or expand in the West LA market with a well-positioned, turnkey operation, or for buyers...

$250,000

$250,000

Specialty Retail Pharmacy Avg 3 Yr Gross Sales $30M + | Orange County

Orange County, CA

Seller Requirements: Seeking a well-funded, experienced buyer. Open to joint venture opportunities in complementary verticals. Located in a retail center near Huntington Beach and Westminster, Orange...

$10,000,000

$10,000,000

Liquor Store In Shopping Center for Sale in San Joaquin County

San Joaquin County, CA

Business Description: * Liquor Store business for sale in San Joaquin County CA. * Great opportunity for a family to operate and live at the back of the business. * Gross sales are up to $62,000...

$250,000

$250,000

Laundromat( Coin Laundry) in Los Angeles

Los Angeles, CA

This laundromat is an absentee owner. This laundromat is a great part-time business for people from all walks of life for supplemental income and you'll receive residual income from ever single...

$270,000

$270,000

Cash Flow: $54,000

Fantastic Opportunity, This Cozy Pizzeria Restaurant

Santa Ana, CA

Fantastic Opportunity, This Cozy Pizzeria Restaurant in the Heart of Historic Downtown Santa Ana is Ready To Be Yours! RRC# 5007 Location: Santa Ana Description: Fully equipped, turn-key established...

$199,000

$199,000

Established Dental Practice In West Los Angeles

Los Angeles County, CA

- EXCELLENT VISIBILITY; APPROX. 40 FEET OF FRONTAGE ALONG A MAJOR COMMERCIAL THOROUGHFARE. - GOOD CAR TRAFFIC COUNTS; WITH OVER 30,000 CARS PER DAY. - SPACE INCLUDES: 4 OPERATORIES (CURRENTLY PLUMBED...

$445,000

$445,000

Pizzeria - Well Established, Profitable - Poway, California

Poway, CA

This is a profitable, turnkey pizzeria for sale in Poway. This well-established pizzeria has become a staple in Poway and is in an excellent shopping center with great co-tenants and plenty of...

$169,000

$169,000

Well Established Retail Pharmacy in Koreatown, Los Angeles County

Los Angeles, CA

Well-established (2002) Retail Pharmacy, located in the Koreatown, general area of Western Blvd & Olympic Blvd, Los Angeles County. Competitively valued below 200K!! ~1,000 sq. ft. of space, Lease...

$175,880

$175,880

Cash Flow: $115,895

Full-Service Engineering Firm for Adventure/Attraction Parks

California

BUSINESS HIGHLIGHTS This outstanding acquisition opportunity is for a full-service, custom aquatic engineering firm, specializing in theme park/aquatic park design. In addition to design, the Company...

Not Disclosed

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Cash Flow: $540,000

Net income $260,000 SBA approved, low rent, prime location Auto repair

San Joaquin County, CA

With a down payment of only $70,000, the SBA will finalize the sale of this high-profit auto repair business. While automotive experience is a plus, strong management skills are a priority for this...

$350,000

$350,000

Cash Flow: $268,000

Vasilis Georgiou, CM&AA, M&AMI, CBI, CBB, MBA

CrossRoads Business Brokers

Serving Orange County, CA

CrossRoads is a full service mergers and acquisitions firm that focuses on providing exceptional service to Buyers and Sellers of small to medium-sized businesses in a variety of industries. Our services are delivered with the maximum in confidentiality, professionalism, and integrity. CrossRoads is extremely effective and results oriented, leveraging a database of qualified Financial and Strategic Buyers and a confidential national collaborative network of Business Intermediaries. We serve the needs of potential Buyers and Sellers discretely and professionally with one mission in mind: To add exceptional value to a seamless process of business transfer. We differentiate ourselves by taking an advisory approach to the needs of Sellers and Buyers. We have the experience and expertise to value and present your business in the best manner possible, or assist you in identifying a business that fits your criteria and personal preferences. Sellers benefit from our professional approach in packaging, presenting, and promoting their business, and from a vast database of registered qualified Buyers including entrepreneurs, investors, professionals and corporations. Buyers benefit from our guidance through the, sometimes uncertain, road to business ownership, and from all the resources we bring to bear that they can leverage to make that transition smoother. Professional Affiliations M & A Source – Organization supporting mid-market Mergers and Acquisitions Intermediaries International Business Brokers Association – Education and professional standards California Association of Business Brokers – Education and professional standards Alliance of M&A Advisors Ellermeyer Connect – Executive Career Transition Networking Resources HCBizMarketplace BizBuySell Bizquest Mergerplace International Business Brokers Association California Association of Business Brokers M & A Source Bizben – California Businesses for Sale Sellerworks Businessesforsale BusinessBroker Globalbx

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Established Dive Bar in east San Diego with type 48 license.

San Diego County, CA

One of the few Type 48 licenses in an operating bar in the San Diego area. They serve dinner Sun/Mon/Tues. The seller has operated this location for 23 years and nets about $30k annually on the books....

$175,000

$175,000

Encino Area Ice Cream Shop – Versatile Build-out

Encino, CA

This greater Encino area ice cream shop in located in a busy retail center that is frequented by office workers, retail shopping clients and restaurant patrons. The versatile build-out lends itself to...

$50,000

$50,000

Cash Flow: $40,299

Dual Cafes Downtown Los Angeles – SBA loan Pre-Approved

Los Angeles, CA

Dual Cafes Downtown Los Angeles – SBA loan Pre-Approved – Breakfast & Lunch - Quick Service Counter Style RRC# 4996 Location: Los Angeles County Description: SBA loan fully approved for up to 85% of...

$795,000

$795,000

Cash Flow: $402,198

Dry Cleaners for Sale in Albany

Albany, CA

Full dry cleaning plant with shirts pressing unit so that all cleaning can be done on site for Sale in Albany. Has a dry cleaning machine, washing machine, dryer, utility press machine, pants press...

$189,000

$189,000

Tile Cleaning & Hard Surface Restoration

Calaveras County, CA

Profitable Tile Cleaning & Hard Stone Surface Restoration Company in Sacramento County | $195,000 The Opportunity Purchase this fully operational and profitable, turnkey Tile Cleaning and Stone...

$195,000

$195,000

Casual Juice shop for sale in Rohnert Park near Major anchor tenant

Rohnert Park, CA

Casual juice shop for sale in Rohnert Park of Sonoma County. They offer smoothies and acai bowls made with fresh fruits and vegetables. The decor is so cute and very IG-able! fresh plants, rattan...

$85,000

$85,000

Sushi in Moorpark

Moorpark, CA

The restaurant size is 1,100 SF. The monthly rent is only $2,550.00. The restaurant has 6 seats at the Sushi Bar, and 22 seats in the dining room. It comes with a Beer and Wine license. The seller is...

$135,000

$135,000

Growing AI SaaS Customer Engagement Platform

Alameda County, CA

This rapidly growing AI SaaS Technology company serves major Fortune 500 clients, with a strong and comprehensive platform for AI Agents, Customer Engagement, and Sales Automation. The company has...

Not Disclosed

Not Disclosed

Cash Flow: $10,000

Authentic Thai Restaurant For Sale In Vallejo Near Mare Island

Vallejo, CA

Authentic Thai restaurant for sale in Vallejo. Ambiance is spacious and open in a cozy setting. This is a Laid-back neighborhood eatery with old-world decor. Located near Six flags, Mare island,...

$125,000

$125,000

Auto Dismantling / Wreaking yard / Auto Repair for Sale

Rancho Cordova, CA

Established European Auto Parts Dismantler – Turnkey Operation with Strong Online Presence An exceptional opportunity to acquire a fully operational and highly organized auto dismantling business...

$600,000

$600,000

Long Established Jewelry Shop for Sale

San Bernardino County, CA

Contact the business broker for more information regarding this well-established Jewelry Shop for sale located in the Inland Empire region of Southern California. The shop has been serving customers...

$400,000

$400,000

Cash Flow: $117,000

Established and Growing Orange County Opportunity!

Orange County, CA

You'll love this incredible furniture and furnishings opportunity in Orange County! This established and thriving business has been delighting customers for years with an amazing collection of unique...

$585,000

$585,000

Cash Flow: $272,125

American Style BBQ & Grill

Pacoima, CA

ABSENTEE OWNER RUN. MONTHLY GROSS: $40,000 MONTHLY RENT: $3,147 + $300 NNN. STORE SIZE: 920 SQFT. OPEN HOURS: 11AM- 7:15 PM TUE~ SUN. MONDAY OFF. EMPLOYEES: 4 PT. WAGE: $10,000/MO. REASON FOR SELLING:...

$129,000

$129,000

Cash Flow: $48,000

Vegan Chinese restaurant + Type 47 license sale in Downtown Sacramento

Sacramento, CA

Unique Vegan Chinese restaurant with type 47 hard liquor license for sale in Downtown Sacramento. Casual locale for vegan versions of Chinese dishes, as well as bubble teas. The restaurant itself is...

$180,000

$180,000

Specialty Bread Manufacturer – Over Four Decades of Success!

California

A premium specialty bread manufacturer with over four decades of industry success is now available for acquisition. The company specializes in organic, low-carb, and health-focused bread products with...

$3,000,000

$3,000,000

Ice Cream -franchise in Palm Springs

Palm Springs, CA

The motivated seller is offering the finest and freshness Ice Cream with cakes, shakes, smoothies,shakes and iced coffee drinks. Their ice cream is so flavorful , exceptional and amazingly delicious...

$320,000

$320,000

Cash Flow: $84,000

7-Eleven in Apple Valley

Apple Valley, CA

7-Eleven is the world's convenient store and 7-Eleven is top priority has always been to give customers the most convenient experience possible to constantly meet their needs. 7-Eleven is your go-to...

$440,000

$440,000

Cash Flow: $156,000

7-Eleven in Huntington Park

Huntington Park, CA

7-Eleven is the world's convenient store and 7-Eleven's top priority has always been to give customers the most convenient experience possible to constantly meet their needs. 7-Eleven offers speed of...

$210,000

$210,000

Cash Flow: $108,000

Award Winning Established Design-Build Firm with Strong Client Base

Contra Costa County, CA

This well-established design-build company is renowned in Contra Costa County for its high-end whole home renovations, kitchen and bathroom remodels, and expertly crafted home additions. Known for its...

$995,000

$995,000

Cash Flow: $350,000

Mail Box Rental and Shipping Center

Palmdale, CA

Price recently reduced for a quick sale !! This is an exceptional opportunity to acquire a well established mailbox business at on incredibly reasonable price Don't miss out on this great opportunity....

$95,000

$95,000

Cash Flow: $69,600

Mail Box Rental & shipping

Los Angeles, CA

This is the nicest, professional and caring mail box rental and shipping center and they are keeping your mails and packages safe and this place is superb in every aspect imaginable and the best place...

$220,000

$220,000

Cash Flow: $84,000

Raise Funds & Spirits In Your Community - Leadership & Fitness

San Francisco, CA

Looking for a business opportunity that combines your passion for leadership development and fitness while making a significant impact in your community? Here's a chance to own a franchise that is...

$200,000

$200,000

Cash Flow: $50,000

Your Concept Your Opportunity

San Mateo County, CA

This established American restaurant presents a turnkey opportunity in a prime El Dorado County location. The 4,700 square foot facility features floor-to-ceiling windows providing exceptional natural...

$499,000

$499,000

Structural Engineering Business

Alameda County, CA

Well established Structural Engineering company based in the San Francisco Bay Area, has been a trusted provider of engineering services and solutions in the Bay Area for over 30 years. The company...

$300,000

$300,000

Cash Flow: $121,742

Wine Imports and Distribution - Established and Profitable

Orange County, CA

This Wine Imports and Distribution Company is a well-established importer and distributor of premium wines serving a diverse clientele of hotels, restaurants, wine stores, and supermarkets across...

$250,000

$250,000

Vape Shop, High Volume & High Net, Help Run Operation!

Los Angeles County, CA

This high-volume smoke shop, located in the bustling city of Santa Clarita (Los Angeles County), is now available for sale at an asking price of $159,000. The sale requires a cash offer only, as the...

$159,000

$159,000

Cash Flow: $120,000

Tile Outlet, Retailer, Wholesaler, South SanFrisco Bay Area

Santa Cruz County, CA

Leading Tile and Stone Retailer & Wholesaler Company located in the South Bay Area. Established 40 years ago and enjoys a great reputation. They import Stones and Tiles from Overseas Manufacturers as...

$1,170,000

$1,170,000

Cash Flow: $237,627

CAFÉ & RE: 5.5-Day Ops, Absentee, $1.03M GR, $2.99M ASKING

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Anaheim, CA

> Casual Family Restaurant & Real Estate for Sale - Reduced Price! > A Prime Corner Location: Highly visible intersection in Anaheim industrial complex. > Freestanding Bldg/Lot: Established casual...

$2,990,000

$2,990,000

Cash Flow: $264,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Abdul Jobah, CCIM DESIGNEE

Jobah's Commercial Real Estate

Serving Kern County, CA

From city to city, country to country, small businesses are the backbone of the economy. Small businesses provide a living for their owners, while meeting the needs of the local community. Having a successful business comes from years of hard work. At Executive Realtors, we are a small business too, and no one understands the value of hard work like we do. We see it everyday, not only in our own business, but in the successful businesses we sell . Our clients work hard for their businesses and that is why when it comes time to buy or sell, they call us. We take our time working together with our clients to understand their needs. Our clients and their businesses are each unique and they understand that the buying or selling of a business is a complicated matter. Mistakes can be very expensive. Our clients trust us to make sure that we protect their best interests, and the business they worked so hard to build , That is what we do. We’ve done it again and again, for over 30 years. From Modesto to Los Angeles, Team Jobah and Executive Realtors, is the source for business opportunities and commercial real estate sales and purchase. Looking for a business, or wondering what your business is worth? Call for a free business evaluation, we would be happy to speak with you.

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Dry Cleanig Agency in La Mirada

La Mirada, CA

If you like high quality of service for the dry cleaning, this is the place and this is perfect location for the dry cleaner This is one of the best dry cleaner agencies in the area and they really do...

$85,000

$85,000

Cash Flow: $60,000

1,300sf K-8 Heritage School MUP Permitted

Rancho Cucamonga, CA

This after school is the Math Kangaroo contest location....

$68,000

$68,000

10 Years established beauty salon for sale in Mountain View

Mountain View, CA

10 years established Beauty salon for sale in Mountain View. They specialize in Skin Care, Eyelash Service, Permanent Makeup, Hydradermabrasion Facial, Microdermabrasion Facial, 6D Volume Eyelash...

$110,000

$110,000

Beer & Wine Market: Pico Rivera, California

Pico Rivera, CA

Beer & Wine Market: Pico Rivera, California Is "For Sale" by Regional Real Estate - Commercial. Business is located in the city of Pico Rivera, California. Open 7 days a week from 7am to 10pm,...

$248,888

$248,888

Junk Hauling/Recycling Removal business

Chatsworth, CA

This Junk hauling/Recycling business opened November 2016 and is owned and operated by a brother and sister team. Great opportunity for buyer to come in and continue to grow the market by adding...

$298,000

$298,000

Cash Flow: $91,500

Gas Station, C- Store, Carwash w/Real Property

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

San Mateo County, CA

1,200,000 +/- Net Profit Prime San Mateo County Gas Station, Car Wash & C-Store This is a rare opportunity to acquire a top-performing, high-visibility gas station located along El Camino Real in San...

$13,800,000

$13,800,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

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.