Petaluma, CA
This established Japanese sushi restaurant presents a compelling investment opportunity in Petaluma's prime commercial corridor. Located in a high-visibility shopping plaza with direct access to the...
Businesses For Sale in California
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Japanese eatery with 2 kitchen front and back in Petaluma
Est. Full-Service Restaurant - Management in Place
Butte County, CA
This well-established Northern California full-service restaurant offers a compelling opportunity to acquire a proven operation with more than $1 million in annual revenue, an experienced management...
Cash Flow: $31,874
4 Unit Breakfast Lunch Restaurant Chain -$10.5 Million Sales:
California
4 Unit Breakfast Lunch Restaurant Chain -$10.5 Million Sales: $2.5 Million EBITDA RRC#5381 Location: San Francisco Bay Area Annual Revenue: $10,500,000 Annual Cash Flow: $2,500,000 Monthly Rent:...
EBITDA: $2,500,000
Established Chinese Restaurant | $1.6M Sales | San Diego
San Diego County, CA
CONFIDENTIAL ESTABLISHED CHINESE RESTAURANT – SAN DIEGO COUNTY Asking Price: $279,000. Gross Sales: Approximately $1.6 Million Size: Approximately 2,100+ SF Liquor License: Type 47 Included Lease:...
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Fabrication Company for the Landfill & Biogas Recovery Industries
California
This fabrication company for the landfill and biogas recovery industries is a Northern California Limited Liability Company and has been in operation for the past 26 years under the current ownership....
Cash Flow: $400,000
Turnkey Restaurant + Indoor Playground & Party Venue w/ABC License
San Gabriel, CA
Serious inquiries only. A signed NDA and proof of funds are required before the business name, location, financial information and other confidential details will be released. Full Restaurant Kitchen...
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118+ Lic. | Rare Montessori Business + Real Estate Acquisition.
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
San Joaquin County, CA
Rare opportunity to acquire an established child care business together with the purpose-built real estate from which it operates. The business and property are offered together in one transaction,...
Precision Heat & Air
Palm Springs, CA
Take advantage of this exceptional opportunity to acquire Precision Heat & Air, a well-established, full-service HVAC company serving the Coachella Valley. Known as a true one-stop shop, the business...
Cash Flow: $57,000
Profitable Dental E-Commerce Brand for Sale
Chino, CA
The business is an established direct-to-customer and B2B e-commerce brand focused on dental supplies and equipment. Built over just a little more than two years, the business has already scaled to...
Cash Flow: $318,000
Established Health + Smoothie Franchise - E2 Investor Opportunity
Los Angeles County, CA
Established health food and smoothie franchise in the heart of West Hollywood, operating for approximately seven years with a loyal, health-conscious customer base and $1,698,487 in verified 2025...
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Cash Flow: $113,942
Sam the Concrete Man
Franchise
Available in California
Concrete Systems. Concrete Results. Concrete Profits.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $998,115
Luxury Salon in Lifestyle Center 130+ shops - SBA & E2 approved
Irvine, CA
Luxury Salon in Lifestyle Reginal Shopping Center 130 + shops. Very Busy. Major National tenants too . Staff of 21 employees . Open 7 days. Exclusive salon brands sold in the salon and online store....
Cash Flow: $200,000
Motivated and Priced to Sell
Escondido, CA
Transform Your Career with This Semi-Absentee Beauty & Personal Care Opportunity in Escondido Discover financial freedom through this established beauty and personal care business designed for the...
San Francisco Bay Area Neurology Practice for Sale
$600,000
Contra Costa County, CA
Turn Key Marin County Catering Business
San Rafael, CA
Established Catering Business in Prime Marin County Location This turnkey catering company presents an excellent opportunity for an entrepreneurial buyer seeking entry into the thriving food service...
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Cash Flow: $55,000
Cold Stone Creamery Palm Desert
Palm Desert, CA
For Sale: A thriving Cold Stone Creamery franchise located in a prime spot in Palm Desert, California. This established ice cream store enjoys a high-traffic, highly visible location within a bustling...
Cash Flow: $88,532
Steve Sharp, CBB, CBI
Sharp Business Brokers
Serving San Diego County, CA
Sharp Business Brokers is a full-service business brokerage agency specializing in the sale of businesses across a wide range of industries, including Service, Retail, Restaurants, Salons, Manufacturing, Transportation, Construction, Med Spas, Distribution, E-commerce, and Franchises. With a team of experienced agents, we provide business owners with expert guidance through every stage of the selling process, ensuring a seamless transition. Founded by Steve Sharp, a Certified Business Broker, Sharp Business Brokers was built on the principles of VALUE & SERVICE from start to finish. Steve has been selling businesses professionally since 2007 and has personally owned multiple businesses, including service, retail, wholesale distribution, and an online marketing agency. His hands-on experience with cash flow management, lease negotiations, employee challenges, and business growth gives Sharp Business Brokers a unique edge in understanding and addressing the needs of business owners. Whether you're looking to sell or buy a business, our team is committed to delivering expert guidance, strategic marketing, and strong negotiation to help you achieve your goals. Let Sharp Business Brokers put our experience to work for you!
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Successful Wine Importer, Wholesaler, Distributor and DTC business
Oceanside, CA
PROFITABLE WINE IMPORTER & DISTRIBUTION BUSINESS Turnkey wine importing, wholesale, and distribution operation with direct-to-consumer sales located in Oceanside, CA. This established business...
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Type 48 Full Liquor Bar with Property Yolo County
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Yolo County, CA
Here’s an opportunity to own a great Neighborhood Bar with Property and a Type 48 Full Liquor License! This place has an appealing neighborhood bar feel with a comfortable interior and plenty of...
Cash Flow: $115,000
Event & Floral Design Studio
La Quinta, CA
This Event & Floral Design Studio is a premier event designing business located in the picturesque city of La Quinta, California, renowned for its exceptional attention to detail and commitment to...
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Very Profitable Mature Logistics Trucking Company For Sale in Carson
Gardena, CA
NOTE FOR BUYERS: THIS BUSINESS HAS SEEN AN INCREDIBLE AMOUNT OF INTEREST. PLEASE PROVIDE MORE INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR INTEREST, EXPERIENCE, AND SOURCE OF FUNDS FOR CONSIDERATION BY THE SELLER TO...
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Cash Flow: $400,000
Tony's Men's Clothing
Palm Desert, CA
Located in Palm Desert on fashionable El Paseo surrounded by resorts and country clubs. Tony’s carries only the finest Italian apparel made out of the finest fabrics designed for the Elite Country...
Zion Healing Mental Health
Franchise
Available Nationwide
Zion Healing is redefining the future of mental health and wellness through regenerative medicine, neuroscience, and advanced therapeutic innovation.
🔥 RARE OPPORTUNITY: Established Greek Restaurant in Prime Location
San Diego County, CA
Established Greek Restaurant - Prime San Diego County Location This highly profitable Mediterranean restaurant presents an exceptional opportunity for investors seeking a well-established operation in...
Turnkey Pizza Restaurant and Bar with Beer and Wine License
Bakersfield, CA
Excellent opportunity to acquire an established and fully equipped pizza restaurant and bar offering approximately 2,560 square feet of space. This turnkey operation features double pizza ovens,...
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Established Amazon FBA Beauty & Essentials Store with Internet Sales |
$120,000
El Monte, CA
Bakery
Los Angeles, CA
Bakery is an established bakery business for sale at North Hollywood. The business has an established customer base and a strong opportunity for continued growth. The bakery features a main kitchen...
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Profitable Smoke & Vape Shop – Prime Beverly Blvd Location, LA – $175K
Los Angeles, CA
This is a turnkey opportunity. The business is fully stocked with a large, diverse inventory, has 2 trained employees willing to stay on through the transition, and holds a strong online reputation...
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Established and profitable, In Home Care Business
Fresno, CA
Established In-Home Senior Care Business - Over a Decade of Success This thriving non-medical in-home senior care business has been serving the community since 2012, generating $350,000 in annual...
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Cash Flow: $120,000
Prime Commercial Investment in Julian
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Santa Ysabel, CA
This exceptional 5.54-acre commercial property presents a rare investment opportunity in Santa Ysabel, just minutes from historic Julian, CA. The prime location offers excellent Highway 78 visibility...
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Rare opportunity-established Irvine Hair Salon for sale.
Irvine, CA
The salon benefits from a unique market position within The Groves, a private active senior community in Irvine with approximately 533 homes and nearly 1,000 residents. Located inside the community...
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EXPRESS CAR WASH - Major 71 Fwy Off Ramp - 18 Years Lease
Pomona, CA
INCREDIBLE INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY TO OWN AN EXPRESS CAR WASH • An excellent opportunity to acquire an express car wash strategically located near the CA-71 Freeway’s Mission Boulevard off-ramp in...
Legacy Fence Contractor Serving the Inland Empire Since 1978
SBA LOAN ELIGIBLE
Riverside County, CA
Transworld Business Advisors of the Inland Empire, DRE# 02120938, is proud to present this long-established fencing contractor serving Riverside and the Inland Empire since 1978. The company offers...
Cash Flow: $479,235
Mobility City
Franchise
Available Nationwide
Mobility City is the nation’s premier repair, rental, sanitizing and retail sales company servicing wheelchairs, mobility scooters, power chairs, lift out chairs, hospital beds and other mobility products.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $860,189
Established Northern California Land Surveying Firm
Santa Clara County, CA
This is an opportunity to acquire an established professional land surveying firm serving the Northern California market. The company specializes in residential boundary and topographic surveys, small...
Cash Flow: $302,308
Tommy's Kitchen
Riverside County, CA
Tommy’s Kitchen is located in the picturesque mountain town of Idyllwild. Offering high-quality cuisine with a European flair in a charming rustic atmosphere. The menu is varied with something for...
Cash Flow: $96,782
Turn-Key Medical Clinic- Aesthetically Pleasing & Modern!
$675,000
San Diego, CA
Restaurant 47 LL
Palm Springs, CA
An exceptional opportunity to own a beautifully appointed restaurant in the Greater Palm Springs Area. Inspired by the rich culinary traditions this popular dining destination is known for serving the...
Cash Flow: $73,778
Established Motorcycle Eyewear Brand with E-Commerce Sales – $150K SDE
Santa Barbara County, CA
Founded in 1984, this established wholesale and e-commerce business owns a portfolio of recognized motorcycle eyewear brands and serves customers throughout the United States and internationally. The...
Cash Flow: $150,000
Anchor Bar
Franchise
Available Nationwide
Home of the Original Buffalo Wing and part of food history. Expanding nationally with plenty of territory available for franchisees to grow. Learn more about joining our team now.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $2,449,992
Purchase Green
Palm Desert, CA
Purchase Green is a well-established artificial grass business located in Palm Desert, California, known for its comprehensive range of services and high-quality products. This full-service company...
Cash Flow: $295,091
Pizza Restaurant
Palm Springs, CA
This exceptional pizza restaurant offers a delightful dining experience with a menu that features a variety of tasty specialty pizzas and calzones, crafted with fresh, high-quality ingredients to...
Restaurant Greater Palm Springs Area
Palm Springs, CA
Restaurant is centrally located in the greater Palm Springs area with close proximity to surrounding Desert Cities. A favorite place for locals and visitors to enjoy delicious food, craft beers, wine...
Cash Flow: $130,000
Gastrognome Restaurant (R.E.) available
Riverside County, CA
The Gastrognome restaurant in beautiful Idyllwild is a true gem and a landmark in the area. It holds a great reputation for its exceptional dining experience. The atmosphere at the restaurant is...
Cash Flow: $193,313
Turn Key Restaurant / Take Out
Pasadena, CA
Great opportunity to acquire a fully equipped 1,200 SF shawarma restaurant ideal for an owner-user or operator looking to step into a ready-to-go concept. This well-maintained space is designed for...
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Erik Wiese
Wiese & Associates
Serving San Diego County, CA
Since graduating from Harvard in 1989, Wiese & Associates has been providing outstanding commercial real estate brokerage and management services. We also specialize in business sales with a current emphasis on gas stations, car washes and convenience stores.
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Pasadena, CA - Established Japanese Sushi Restaurant for Sale
Pasadena, CA
Rare opportunity to acquire a beautiful restaurant located in one of Pasadena’s most desirable commercial streets Situated at South Lake Avenue, Pasadena, California, The restaurant features real...
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Carl's Jr - Southern California
Redondo Beach, CA
Franchisor requires a Net Worth of $1,000,000 and $300,000 of liquid assets. Previous franchise or restaurant experience preferred, but not required. Yoy increasing sales Three additional units are...
Cash Flow: $116,452
Restaurant & Bar - Full Liquor(ABC-Type 47) - High Net
$500,000
Corona, CA
3 Carl's Jr Location - S. California
Castaic, CA
Franchisor requires a Net Worth of $1,000,000 and $300,000 of liquid assets. Previous franchise or restaurant experience preferred, but not required....
EBITDA: $390,820
Mile High Cafe
Riverside County, CA
Mile High Café is in the Idyllwild Pine-Cove area in the San Jacinto mountains. This family owned and operated restaurant has a reputation of serving delicious food along with exceptional service....
Cash Flow: $171,808
Christian Brothers Automotive
Franchise
Available Nationwide
A trusted name in the auto repair industry for over 40 years, Christian Brothers Automotive is a Christian business that provides each guest the "love your neighbor" experience. Currently, there are more than 265 locations successfully operating across 30 states, with a growth plan to reach 350 strategically placed locations by end of 2025.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $2,865,872
Cold Stone Creamery Palm Springs
Palm Springs, CA
For sale is a Cold Stone Creamery franchise located in beautiful Palm Springs, California. This popular ice cream store is situated in a busy shopping center, offering excellent visibility and foot...
Cash Flow: $39,514
The Consignment Shop
Palm Desert, CA
For the past 15 years, this consignment business has established itself as a trusted leader in the designer community and among discerning clientele. Recognized for their exceptional word-of-mouth...
Cash Flow: $384,438
The Rib Company
San Bernardino County, CA
Description: For sale: An outstanding and well-established restaurant located in 29 Palms, boasting excellent street visibility and a prime location that attracts steady traffic. This business has...
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Cash Flow: $220,367
Profitable turnkey HVAC business with Real Estate for Sale
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Tuolumne County, CA
JUST REDUCED! | ABSENTEE OWNER OPPORTUNITY! | TURNKEY BUSINESS + REAL ESTATE! NOW IS THE TIME TO BUY! Established in 2003 and going strong, this well-established, profitable, award-winning HVAC...
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Cash Flow: $450,000
Award winning franchise with proven track record of success
Los Angeles, CA
This is an excellent opportunity to purchase this franchise located in San Fernando Valley with over 100 Yelp 5-star reviews. Included in the purchase: exclusive territory with population of 300,000,...
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Bar & Live Music Venue - Massive Price Reduction - Deal of a Lifetime!
Oakland, CA
HIGHLY MOTIVATED SELLER. PRICE REDUCED TO $129K OR BEST OFFER CALL FOR DETAILS The acclaimed Elbo Room Jack London bar is for sale. This fully equipped liquor bar and live music venue is located just...
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Thriving flower business
California
well established flower shop san bernardino county est .1990...
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Valley Auto Center
Anza, CA
Imagine the incredible opportunity of owning a sprawling 4.32-acre compound that stands as a beacon of enterprise and potential. This unique property is not just land; it is a thriving hub of business...
Cash Flow: $198,451
Scuba Training
Twentynine Palms, CA
Get Wet Scuba, a well-established and successful business in the scuba diving industry, is now available for sale. With a solid reputation, Get Wet Scuba presents a unique opportunity for an aspiring...
Cash Flow: $92,071
Mr. Appliance
Franchise
Available Nationwide
Ranked as a top Appliance Repair franchise by 2026 Entrepreneur Franchise 500®. Limited national competition!
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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