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Businesses For Sale in California

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Carlsbad Village Restaurant For Sale
Asset Sale

Carlsbad, CA

Rare Carlsbad Village restaurant for sale. Prime coastal location near the beach, and situated in the heart of the Village’s densest clusters of restaurants, breweries, boutique retail, and hotels....

$400,000

$400,000

Established Residential Cleaning Portfolio – Operating Since 2018
Asset Sale

Los Angeles, CA

Confidential opportunity to acquire an established residential cleaning client portfolio operating since 2018 and serving Los Angeles, with a strong concentration in West Los Angeles and the Westside....

$200,000

$200,000

Turn key second generation restaurant space
Asset Sale

Laguna Hills, CA

This fully operational restaurant space presents an exceptional opportunity for an experienced operator to establish their culinary concept in a prime Laguna Hills location. Situated on a major...

$175,000

$175,000

Orangetheory Fitness Studio & Gym / E2 Approved Business for Canadian
Asset Sale

Contra Costa County, CA

Thriving fitness franchise with $700K revenue and $130K EBITDA, fully staffed, high-demand locations. Strong recurring revenue, loyal member base, and minimal owner hours (10–15/week). Growth...

$349,000

$349,000

Los Angeles County 47/48 Liquor License for Sale
Asset Sale

Los Angeles County, CA

Los Angeles County Type 47/48 liquor license for sale. Listed at $58,000 net to seller. Additional fees are: - $8,000 Finder's Fee (includes work associated with license transfer) - $2,450 Escrow Fee...

$58,000

$58,000

Turnkey 4-Lift Auto Repair Facility – Equipment Inc
Asset Sale

Rancho Cucamonga, CA

Excellent opportunity to acquire the equipment and existing setup of a fully equipped automotive repair facility in Rancho Cucamonga, California. This is an asset sale only, allowing a buyer to...

$64,500

$64,500

Milk Tea-Coffee Shop for sale in San Jose 95121
Asset Sale

San Jose, CA

Vietnamese Milk-tea shop for sale in San Jose 95121 of the Lion Alvin strip mall. Prime location, crowded traffics. Its craft thoughtful blends from trusted family recipes, fresh ingredients, and a...

$111,000

$111,000

Fully Equipped Pizza Restaurant - 2nd Gen Ready - Former Papa John's
Asset Sale

Los Angeles, CA

2nd Generation Pizza Restaurant Asset Sale located in Westwood. Former Papa John's pizza restaurant asset sale located at 1301 Westwood Boulevard in Los Angeles, California. This established location...

$75,000

$75,000

Nail Salon
Asset Sale

Los Angeles County, CA

1400 Sq Ft Nail salon located in major street in West Los Angeles. Salon included 7 Mani, 4 Pedi, 1 massage , 1 hair salon. Open 7 days a week....

$99,000

$99,000

Asset Sale - Mex. Diner | Fully Equipped Kitchen | Only at 80K | OC
Asset Sale

Tustin, CA

This asset sale presents a fully equipped Mexican restaurant facility strategically located in a high-traffic mall in Tustin, Orange County. The 2,400 square foot space offers comprehensive restaurant...

$80,000

$80,000

Iconic Neighborhood Cocktail Bar Est in 1947
Asset Sale

Long Beach, CA

AS-IS, ASSET SALE Rare opportunity to acquire a long-established cocktail bar with nearly 80 years of continuous operation. This iconic neighborhood staple offers an incoming owner an exceptional...

$150,000

$150,000

Tea Party Catering Business for Sale
Asset Sale

Santa Clara County, CA

Overview This is an opportunity to own a premium tea party catering business based in Santa Clara County, serving clients from across the Bay Area. If you are passionate about delicious food, fanciful...

$49,995

$49,995

Juice Bar • Asset Sale • Prime Mall OC Loc • Reduced to $79K
Asset Sale

Orange, CA

• Excellent opportunity to acquire a fully built-out juice bar in a busy Orange County shopping center anchored by national retailers. • Established in 2018, the business has served the local...

$79,000

$79,000

Beautifully built out restaurant
Asset Sale

National City, CA

Step into a beautifully designed and thoughtfully built-out Chinese restaurant in the heart of National City, where the hard work has already been done and the foundation is in place for your next...

$250,000

$250,000

Great Buildout, ready to be open for business, fully equiped
Asset Sale

Orange County, CA

Great opportunity for a license physical therapist that is ready to go to work in a brand new facility....

$150,000

$150,000

Turnkey Restaurant Asset Sale / Fully Equipped Restaurant Space
Asset Sale

Rancho Cordova, CA

PRIME LOCATION / HIGH-VISIBILITY CORNER LOCATION Located in the KP Market building, a representative large-scale Asian Market in the area. Targets a steady flow of Asian food customers and high foot...

$120,000

$120,000

Puneet Sonia

PS Dream Team

Serving San Francisco County, CA

S.J. Fowler Real Estate, Inc. is a leading full-service brokerage based in Arizona, specializing in Commercial, Residential and Business Real Estate throughout Arizona . Founded in 1993 by Steven J. Fowler and affiliated with Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate, the firm combines decades of local experience with national resources to deliver exceptional results for investors, business owners, and developers. S.J. Fowler’s commercial division focuses on office, retail, industrial, land, and multi-family assets, offering comprehensive acquisition, disposition, leasing, and tenant or landlord representation. In addition, the company provides expert business brokerage services—guiding clients through the purchase, sale, and valuation of businesses with professionalism and discretion. Built on a foundation of integrity, hard work, and market insight, S.J. Fowler Real Estate is committed to helping clients achieve their commercial and business investment goals with confidence and success.

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Fully Equipped Pizza Restaurant - New Concept - Former Papa John's
Asset Sale

San Gabriel, CA

2nd Generation Pizza Restaurant Asset Sale located in San Gabriel Valley. Former Papa John’s pizza restaurant asset sale located in San Gabriel, California, within Los Angeles County. This established...

$75,000

$75,000

UFC Gym - 7 Location Southern California Development Opportunity
Asset Sale

California

Great opportunity to acquire a single package consisting of seven(7) UFC GYM franchise development rights across designated Southern California markets. The entire seven rights package is offered for...

$240,000

$240,000

California Pharmacy License for Sale – Price Reduction!!!
Asset Sale

Orange County, CA

Pharmacy license for sale. This license is located in North Orange County, CA and can be relocated within 50 miles. This is a clean license and has all the major insurances included Medi-cal,...

$149,000

$149,000

Asset Sale Retail Pharmacy Ideal for CHOW and Relocation
Asset Sale

Los Angeles, CA

Pharmacy Opportunity Ideal for Change of Ownership, Relocation, or Continued Operation at Current Location LA County — Near Huntington Park / South Gate Highlights 1,500 SF | Rent Negotiable Accepts...

$150,000

$150,000

Premium Electric Landscaping Equipment Portfolio
Asset Sale

Tracy, CA

Premium Electric Landscaping Equipment Portfolio Elawns presents a unique opportunity to acquire over $1 million in brand new, unused electric landscaping equipment located in Mountain House,...

$950,000

$950,000

Turnkey Coffee shop/bakery for Sale – Fully Equipped & Ready to
Asset Sale

Fresno, CA

Turnkey Restaurant Asset Sale - Prime Fresno Location This fully equipped restaurant asset sale presents an exceptional opportunity to acquire a complete restaurant setup in a high-traffic shopping...

$95,000

$95,000

Established Auto body shop with spray booth and lifts
Asset Sale

Fullerton, CA

Turnkey Auto Body Shop Asset Sale - Fullerton, CA Established in 2011, this fully equipped 6,000 square foot auto body facility offers everything needed to launch or expand collision repair...

$82,500

$82,500

CDPH Hospice License For Sale
Asset Sale

Orange, CA

CDPH Hospice License For Sale, office is located in city of Orange in Orange County. Fully furnished 3-room office, located in a clean, well maintained office building in a desirable location....

$100,000

$100,000

Hawaiian BBQ • Asset Sale • Prime Mall • Avg Sales $330K • Prc $99K
Asset Sale

Chino, CA

> Asset Sale - Turn-key Hawaiian BBQ in a prime, high-visibility shopping center anchored by multiple national tenants. Strong foot traffic, ample front parking, Suitable for any concept. > Open...

$99,000

$99,000

Automotive Equipment Asset Sale & Two Adjacent Automotive Facilities
Asset Sale

Richmond, CA

Asset package price: $350,000 not including one or both of the real property units. Separately, the underlying real estate may be acquired independently or together: • 245 24th Street: approximately...

$350,000

$350,000

Grocery and convenience store
Asset Sale

Norco, CA

This is a stand alone property in a town center in the city of Norco. 2800 s/f inside area with two storage area one break room, two restrooms, two main entrance at front and one in the back for...

$125,000

$125,000

Artesia - High Traffic ~Turkey Massage Spa
Asset Sale

Artesia, CA

🔥 Brand-New Build-Out | Blueprint Included | Turnkey Opportunity | High Visibility Location Excellent opportunity to acquire a brand-new Spa & Massage business with locations in Whittier and Artesia....

$130,000

$130,000

Hollywood Turnkey Equipped Club For Lease - 2 am No Restrictions
Asset Sale

Hollywood, CA

HOLLYWOOD TURNKEY EQUIPPED CLUB FOR LEASE - 2AM NO RESTRICTIONS 2 AM LIQUOR LICENSE + LIVE ENTERTAINMENT - POSSIBLE HOOKAH Premises: 7400' + patio Monthly Rent: $6.00 psf all in Gross Lease Term: 10...

$295,000

$295,000

Turnkey Sushi & Grill Restaurant in Costa Mesa
Asset Sale

Costa Mesa, CA

Turnkey restaurant asset sale in prime Costa Mesa on the busy Harbor Blvd corridor, grocery anchored center with ample parking. • Approx 1,200 sq ft, fully built out and ready to operate on day one •...

$119,000

$119,000

Fully Equipped Pizza Delivery - Rebranded - Formerly A Papa John's
Asset Sale

Glendale, CA

2nd Generation Pizza Restaurant – Asset Sale – Currently Operating as Pizza Method – Formerly Papa John’s – 320 S Central Ave, Suite A, Glendale, CA 91204. 2nd Generation Pizza Restaurant Asset Sale...

$99,000

$99,000

Whittier – Spa & Massage Business For Sale | $95,000
Asset Sale

Whittier, CA

Brand-New Build-Out | Low Rent | Excellent Lease Terms | Turnkey Opportunity Excellent opportunity to acquire a brand-new Spa & Massage business with a clean, modern layout and ready-to-operate setup....

$90,000

$90,000

Turnkey Sushi & Poke Restaurant
Asset Sale

Huntington Beach, CA

Fully built-out sushi and poke restaurant available in a busy retail center in prime Huntington Beach. • Type 41 ABC license included. • ~1,300 sq ft • Rent: ~$6,200 incl. NNN • Clean, modern interior...

$260,000

$260,000

Established Hair Salon- Lease transfer
Asset Sale

Los Angeles County, CA

Background: 20-year reputation for serving the community • Many loyal long-time customers • Diverse clientele of men, women, and children • Services are a good mix of haircuts, color and hair...

$24,000

$24,000

Cold Stone creamery Franchise
Asset Sale

Los Angeles, CA

Asset sale. Contact John Moudakis....

$99,000

$99,000

3500 Ft.² Space Plus Mezzanine
Asset Sale

Los Angeles, CA

Suitable for gymnasiums, martial art Studios. Entertainment Studios.. Corner of Pico Boulevard, Sawtelle. Large parking available...

$13,000

$13,000

Over 4000 square-foot, AAA location in Venice, close to the beach.
Asset Sale

Venice, CA

Parking in the structure. Full liquor license and furniture, fixtures, and equipment available for purchase. Please email Agents...

Not Disclosed

Not Disclosed

Turnkey MedSpa Asset Sale_Fully Equipped & Operational
Asset Sale

San Diego County, CA

Turnkey MedSpa Opportunity – Beautifully Designed, Fully Equipped, and Ready to Operate Skip the time, expense, and uncertainty of building a medspa from the ground up. This is a rare opportunity to...

$100,000

$100,000

Santa Monica Main Street Asset Sale, includes Beer Wine, lease, Patios
Asset Sale

Santa Monica, CA

Been in business for 8 years. Back on the market. Fell out of escrow and price significantly reduced. Had a good run and time to sell the Assets. Please inquire with agent. 310-663-1784...

$99,000

$99,000

Premium Matcha & Specialty Café for Sale – Strong Sales Growth
Asset Sale

Murrieta, CA

Established in 2016, this premium café specializes in Japanese Ceremonial Grade Matcha, specialty coffee, and creative tea blends. Popular menu items include Honey Lavender Latte, Blueberry Matcha,...

$189,000

$189,000

High-Rated South LA Laundromat | Prime Location with Value-Add Growth
Asset Sale

Los Angeles, CA

HS Listing ID-72842 50 machines roughly 10-11 years old 95% self service revenue with growth potential for fluff and fold No Vending machines 1,400 square foot store with 13 years left on lease Highly...

$200,000

$200,000

Cafe and Bakery in Santa Cruz County
Asset Sale

Santa Cruz County, CA

This is an exceptional opportunity to acquire a fully equipped bakery/cafe in a quaint location in Santa Cruz county. The business represents an asset sale. An efficient operation with premium...

$149,000

$149,000

Mixed-use Property Occupied by a Café
Asset Sale

Los Angeles, CA

5371 Alhambra Ave, Los Angeles, CA, is a mixed-use property occupied by a café in the front commercial portion of the building and a residential tenant in the rear residential unit, providing existing...

$975,000

$975,000

Auto body and paint shop.
Asset Sale

Azusa, CA

This well-established body shop business is in a free-standing building on a major boulevard with easy freeway access. The bldg. size is 2,925 Sf, lot size is 5,050SF, and rent is $5,500/mo. Property...

$60,000

$60,000

Jean Paul Schwarz

The Schwarz Group

Serving San Diego County, CA

We specialize in representing domestic and international clientele. We offer our clients unique, specialized and comprehensive services. We provide our clients during the buying, selling and investing process, with the knowledge needed to make educated real estate decisions. We have developed strong working relationships with top lenders who specialize in domestic lending and foreign national investments. We work with a large network of vendors that will cater to your specific needs from interior and exterior design to renovation and commercial build-outs. We are here to walk you through all aspects of the transaction process.

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California Pharmacy
Asset Sale

San Bernardino County, CA

Excellent opportunity to acquire an established California retail pharmacy with clean licenses and valuable payer contracts, including Medi-Cal. The pharmacy provides a diversified range of services...

$995,000

$995,000

Sushi Restaurant- Huntington Park
Asset Sale

Huntington Beach, CA

Great opportunity to take over an established sushi restaurant with excellent potential for growth. The restaurant offers a great setup and is ready for the right operator. Plenty of opportunity to...

$180,000

$180,000

Cafe - Koreatown *Asset*
Asset Sale

Los Angeles, CA

Great opportunity to take over a spacious café in a prime location with excellent visibility. The space offers a great setup with plenty of potential for growth. Continue with the existing concept or...

$280,000

$280,000

Coffee Bean - Santa Monica *Asset*
Asset Sale

Santa Monica, CA

Selling due to health reasons. Established for 2 years with strong potential for absentee ownership. Located inside a medical building with a great setup and built-in customer base. Monthly Sale: 40k...

$330,000

$330,000

Fully Equipped Pizza Delivery - Formerly Papa John's - Rebranded
Asset Sale

Los Angeles, CA

2nd Generation Pizza Restaurant Asset Sale located in Los Angeles, California. The restaurant is currently operating as Pizza Method following the conclusion of its former Papa John’s franchise...

$99,000

$99,000

Restaurant Asset Sale with Hood & Grease Trap
Asset Sale

Santa Ana, CA

**2nd Generation Restaurant Asset Sale in a Santa Ana Shopping Center** This is a 2nd Generation Restaurant Asset Sale opportunity consisting of approximately 1,400 SF, located in a high-traffic...

$90,000

$90,000

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.