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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Rare opportunity-established Irvine Hair Salon for sale.
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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
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
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
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
Cruise Planners
Franchise
Available Nationwide
For more than 20 years, Cruise Planners has been a low-cost franchise opportunity that can yield high returns!
Avg. Unit Revenue: $518,262
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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High-Growth Specialty Irrigation Company – $5.5M Run-Rate
Los Angeles, CA
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
John Hawke
SpringBoard Pool Route Brokers
Serving Sacramento County, CA
Pool Service Industry Experts Specializing in Pool Route Sales. Buy through SpringBoard PRB We specialize in selling pool service accounts and we are excellent at what we do. We have experience that counts. We are a Licensed Broker firm and are more than qualified to answer any questions and assist you with the purchase of a pool service route. We offer unlimited consulting support after the sale. We give you the Pool Business in a Box – FREE. Sell Through SpringBoard PRB We help you evaluate the accounts you are selling to get you what they are worth. Our proven internet and print media marketing campaign will give you a fast and easy sale of your pool route accounts. We have experience that counts. We are a Licensed Broker and have held a C61 Pool & Spa Contractors license. We are more than qualified to answer any questions you have about the sale of your route. We pre-qualify all potential buyers. We contact and qualify every potential buyer. We verify that the buyer has the funds and the desire to purchase. We only work with Cash Buyers. We never ask you for any upfront fees. We earn our commission by only getting paid after your pool route sale closes. We handle the escrow process to ensure a smooth transaction. We provide the appropriate paperwork to complete the sales transaction. Confidentiality is our priority. Your name and contact information are not known until you disclose it to the qualified buyer. We are a neutral third party that will help with any disputes between the buyer and seller.
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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
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
Screenmobile
Franchise
Available in California
Transform your future with Screenmobile-where flexible ownership meets a booming demand for screen and shade solutions, all backed by a nationally recognized brand!
Avg. Unit Revenue: $483,885
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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TurnKey Family Entertainment Center - Arcade, Lazer Tag, VR, Axes
$250,000
Paradise, CA
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
Profitable Picture Framing Store
Capitola, CA
This business is part of an SBA-approved national franchise that delivers industry leading custom picture framing services. It's the ideal business for someone who has business acumen and a passion...
Cash Flow: $40,000
Silicon Beach's Premier Italian Restaurant For Sale
Los Angeles, CA
Silicon Beach's Premier Italian Restaurant For Sale Ritrovo is a thriving neighborhood Italian restaurant that has established itself as a beloved dining destination since 2018. Located in the heart...
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Established Stretch Zone Franchises in Prime Location
Chino Hills, CA
Opportunity to acquire well-established Stretch Zone franchises in the heart of Chino Hills, CA. This location is fully operational, staffed, and positioned in a high-traffic, affluent neighborhood...
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Sport Clips
Franchise
Available in California
Sport Clips is a manager-style business model that’s designed for scalability to multiple units! With more than 30 years’ experience and culture at our core, join the leading men’s hair care brand today!
Avg. Unit Revenue: $419,485
Established Restaurant for Sale in Popular Downtown Location
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...
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....
Unique High-Profit Automated Business, 16 years established, $258K SDE
$695,000
Los Angeles County, CA
Freight Carrier/Brokerage-Staff run-Owner20 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 carrier/brokerage is an intermediary that connects shippers (companies that need to move...
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...
Fully Promoted
Franchise
Available Nationwide
We are operators looking to expand with the right franchisees in the right markets. Our stores open and ramp up quickly, and the cash-on-cash returns in our company are unparalleled. We provide maximum support for every franchisee, from site selection to accounting, marketing, training, customer service support, business to business development and more! Our software and supply-chain logistics are second to none in our industry.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $576,721
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...
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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...
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illi Commercial Real Estate
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
illi Commercial is a full service commercial real estate firm located in Southern California, specializing in landlord and tenant representation, investment sales, property management, and consulting services. We’re a different kind of real estate company – serving clients and communities through collaboration, experience, and innovation. In 2007 we set out to build a different kind of real estate company. We fostered a culture of collaboration amongst ourselves and the people that we serve. We are focusing on attracting and unleashing the most talented professionals in the industry. We have developed a fun and fulfilling team environment that embodies collaboration and provides a positive impact within the lives of our associates and within the communities that we serve. The dedication of our team and our culture is unmatched in the industry and allows us to deliver the utmost value and benefits to our clients. No matter what your requirements, be it expanding your current space, moving to a new building, investment strategy, relocating your corporate headquarters or growing into new markets, illi Commercial can help you make decisions in your company’s best interest – saving you time, minimizing costs and maximizing value. Our team will ensure that your properties receive maximum exposure through aggressive marketing techniques, results-oriented philosophy, and a commitment to providing each listing with the tools required to fill vacant space or sell a building.
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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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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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Event Rentals - Draft Trailers/Mobile Bars
$450,000
Marysville, CA
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...
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Cash Flow: $80,000
🥊 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
ShelfGenie
Franchise
Available Nationwide
Ranked as a top Organization/Storage Systems franchise by 2026 Entrepreneur Franchise 500®. 53% of appointments resulted in a closed order!*
Avg. Unit Revenue: $123,919
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
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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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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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...
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Cash Flow: $250,000
JUNKCO+
Franchise
Available in California
Own a JUNKCO+ franchise and tap into the growing demand for junk removal with proven support from BELFOR Franchise Group.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $815,528
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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