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"SF Valencia St" Turn Key Restaurant in Prime location opportunity!
Asset Sale

San Francisco, CA

Business Sale Description Exceptional Prime location on the sought after Valencia St. corridor restaurant opportunity along with Restaurant row, bars, shopping, bakeries and coffee shops. This is a...

$240,000

$240,000

Restaurant Near Paseo and Old Town Pasadena || LOW RENT AND BEER/WINE
Asset Sale

Pasadena, CA

This turnkey restaurant asset sale presents an exceptional opportunity to acquire a fully equipped restaurant space w/ a Beer/Wine license (type 41) in a prime Pasadena location. The 1,500 square foot...

$79,000

$79,000

Turnkey Restaurant Asset Opportunity
Asset Sale

Highland, CA

This offering represents the opportunity to acquire a fully built-out, operational restaurant facility located in Highland, CA. The transaction is being structured strictly as an asset sale, excluding...

$249,000

$249,000

Vatos Tacos
Asset Sale

Bakersfield, CA

Buy the assets from this very successful restaurant in a well established location. All assets included with a liquor license at this price. This is a plug and play situation where you can have a full...

$179,000

$179,000

Specialty Coffee Shop & Micro Bakery - high-end location
Asset Sale

Santa Monica, CA

Established Specialty Coffee Shop & Micro Bakery in Prime Santa Monica Location This turnkey coffee shop and micro-bakery represents an exceptional opportunity in one of Santa Monica's most coveted...

$350,000

$350,000

Established Discount Store - Prime Corner Location
Asset Sale

Los Angeles, CA

AS-IS ASSET SALE! Excellent opportunity to acquire a well-established discount store located at a major intersection with high traffic counts, outstanding visibility, and convenient ingress and egress...

$60,000

$60,000

Riverside County 47/48 Liquor License for Sale
Asset Sale

Palm Springs, CA

Riverside County Type 47/48 liquor license for sale. Listed at $50,000 net to seller. Additional fees are: - $8,000 Finder's Fee (includes work associated with license transfer) - $2,450 Escrow Fee...

$50,000

$50,000

San Mateo County 47/48 Liquor License for Sale
Asset Sale

San Mateo, CA

San Mateo County Type 47/48 liquor license for sale. Listed at $65,000 net to seller. Additional fees are: - $8,000 Finder's Fee (includes work associated with license transfer) - $2,450 Escrow Fee...

$65,000

$65,000

Alameda County 47/48 Liquor License for Sale
Asset Sale

Oakland, CA

Alameda County Type 47/48 liquor license for sale. Listed at $30,000 net to seller. Additional fees are: - $8,000 Finder's Fee (includes work associated with license transfer) - $2,450 Escrow Fee This...

$30,000

$30,000

Sacramento County 47/48 Liquor License for Sale
Asset Sale

Sacramento, CA

Sacramento County Type 47/48 liquor license for sale. Listed at $21,000 net to seller. Additional fees are: - $8,000 Finder's Fee (includes work associated with license transfer) - $2,450 Escrow Fee...

$21,000

$21,000

Asset sale unique restaurant opportunity at Valencia St.
Asset Sale

San Francisco, CA

This asset sale presents a unique restaurant opportunity featuring dual street-front access on Valencia Street in San Francisco. The property encompasses approximately 2,400 square feet of commercial...

$149,000

$149,000

Near Ohlone College - Attractive Opportunity at Busy Intersection
Asset Sale

Fremont, CA

Unlock the potential of this 1,000-square-foot corner unit at a busy, high-visibility intersection. There is room to expand to 3,600 sf. Perfectly positioned to attract nearby college students,...

$90,000

$90,000

High-Visibility Restaurant Near UC Berkeley Campus
Asset Sale

Berkeley, CA

Position your restaurant concept in one of Berkeley’s most vibrant and sought-after dining corridors. This rare ±1,912 SF second-generation restaurant opportunity is strategically located near the...

$200,000

$200,000

Asset Only Sale - LED Business
Asset Sale

Rancho Cordova, CA

A full-service lighting solutions provider offering a wide range of LED products and services for commercial, industrial, and residential applications. With access to over 60 leading manufacturers,...

$540,000

$540,000

7 Room Luxury Eyelash Studio Franchise in Prime South OC Market
Asset Sale

Orange County, CA

This established eyelash extension studio is located in a highly affluent Southern California lifestyle center. Positioned in a premier plaza alongside national anchors, the business enjoys...

$460,000

$460,000

Santa Monica Cafe with Patio
Asset Sale

Santa Monica, CA

Santa Monica cafe with patio for sale Approx. 1,500 SF with 41 license. Low Key money required. NDA required. For more details, contact brokers....

$125,000

$125,000

Scott Price

Sunbelt Business Brokers

Serving San Bernardino County, CA

Sunbelt Business Brokers is the largest and most successful business brokerage network in the world, with over 30 years of experience helping entrepreneurs buy and sell privately held businesses. With offices across the U.S. and internationally, Sunbelt combines deep local market expertise with global reach. At Sunbelt, we specialize in confidential business sales, mergers & acquisitions, and valuations across a wide range of industries — from healthcare and professional services to manufacturing and technology. Our brokers are trained professionals who follow a proven process to help sellers maximize value and help buyers find the right opportunities. Whether you're planning your exit strategy or looking to invest in a business, Sunbelt offers the knowledge, experience, and network to guide you through a successful transaction. Your future is our business.

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Frozen Yogurt -Dessert / Beverage Concept Friendly/ QSR Asset Sale
Asset Sale

Orange County, CA

Frozen Yogurt -Dessert / Beverage Concept Friendly/ QSR Asset Sale – New-Build, High-Quality Design - Low Rent – Rancho Santa Margarita , CA RRC#5267 Asking Price: $129,000 Location: Orange County...

$129,000

$129,000

TWO Locations - Frozen Yogurt -Dessert / Beverage Concept Friendly
Asset Sale

Orange County, CA

TWO Locations - Frozen Yogurt -Dessert / Beverage Concept Friendly/ QSR Asset Sale – New-Build, High-Quality Design - Low Rent – Rancho Santa Margarita & Fountain Valley , CA RRC#5269 Asking Price:...

$258,000

$258,000

Turn-Key Premium Custom Cabinetry Business 40+ Years in Orange County
Asset Sale

Orange County, CA

This Southern California-based custom cabinetry and millwork company specializes in premium residential projects, offering custom kitchens, bathroom vanities, entertainment centers, built-ins, and...

$100,000

$100,000

Turn-key Restaurant with Full Kitchen + Open Kitchen
Asset Sale

Ventura, CA

Prime Location: Situated in a busy retail hub with excellent visibility and ample parking. Strong Reputation: Boasts high ratings on Yelp and Google with a dedicated following of local regulars....

$120,000

$120,000

Beautifully built out restaurant with patio
Asset Sale

San Diego, CA

Imagine walking into your own beautifully built-out restaurant space at Del Mar Highlands Town Center - complete with an inviting patio that's perfect for year-round dining. This isn't just any...

$180,000

$180,000

Asset Sale - Coffee & Boba Shop
Asset Sale

Los Angeles County, CA

This boba café presents an attractive opportunity to acquire a well-established beverage concept in a busy retail strip center within Los Angeles County. Benefiting from strong foot traffic and...

$60,000

$60,000

Good Location Café / Coffee Shop / Restaurant Space – Lease Take Over
Asset Sale

Artesia, CA

This was previously operated as a bubble tea café and is currently closed. The owner is looking for a new operator to take over the lease. The business previously focused on bubble tea, milk tea,...

$30,000

$30,000

Asset Sale - Second Generation Space for Spa and/or Medical Services
Asset Sale

Campbell, CA

***2ND GENERATION SPACE - PRICED TO SELL*** This is an Asset Sale of a 2nd Generation Space that is perfect for Spa &/or Medical type services. There is a lobby & receptionist area separating access...

$100,000

$100,000

Scripps Ranch Restaurant For Sale
Asset Sale

San Diego, CA

Turn-key restaurant opportunity in Scripps Ranch with sushi bar & full-fixtured kitchen, including type-1 hood and grease interceptor. ASSET SALE: Includes FF&E, ABC Type 41 License (Beer & Wine), and...

$250,000

$250,000

Closed Door LTC Pharmacy | LA County
Asset Sale

Los Angeles County, CA

PHARMACY DESCRIPTION An opportunity for a buyer looking to acquire stay at existing location relocate an existing LTC Pharmacy Operation. Confidential Sale: NDA and Proof of Funds are required to...

$225,000

$225,000

For Sale: Turnkey Bar / Restaurant In Potrero Hill
Asset Sale

San Francisco, CA

+ Recently Renovated + Type 1 Hood + Walk-In Cooler & Freezer + Well Maintained Space + Two (2) ADA Restrooms + One (1) Office with High Ceiling + At Grade Entrance + Liquor License Not Included +...

$160,000

$160,000

Nail Salon Asset Sale
Asset Sale

El Monte, CA

Discover a fantastic opportunity to own a thriving nail salon in the bustling heart of El Monte! This asset sale features M3 Nails & Beauty, a well-established salon with a loyal customer base. The...

$70,000

$70,000

Great Opportunity, Amazing Potential and Great Location
Asset Sale

Pasadena, CA

This asset sale presents a turnkey Mexican restaurant opportunity in Pasadena, Alameda County. The property features a fully equipped commercial kitchen with all necessary restaurant equipment and...

$75,000

$75,000

Water vending machines
Asset Sale

San Diego County, CA

35 Water Vending Machines – (Oceanside, CA) Up to $2K+/month per unit All 35 for $300k (Valued at $525K) Oceanside, CA Buyer must pick up Sold as full package only First come, first served. Perfect...

$300,000

$300,000

Standalone Commercial Snack & Coffee Vending Machines For Sale!!!
Asset Sale

Hollywood, CA

Combo and Dual Vending Machine & Coffee Vending Machine Express Combo Vending Machine With nine drink selections and 20 snack selections, the Express Combo snack and drink vending machine will easily...

$4,000

$4,000

In Escrow - Dessert and Coffee shop located on Convoy Street
Asset Sale

San Diego, CA

Established coffee shop and dessert establishment strategically positioned on Convoy Street, offering a comprehensive beverage and confectionery experience to an established customer base. The...

$95,000

$95,000

Auto Repair and Body Shop Fully Licensed and Turn Key MAKE OFFER!
Asset Sale

Santa Fe Springs, CA

ASSET SALE: Established Auto Repair & Body Shop - 30-Year+ in same location. FACILITY METRICS: • 11,000 sq ft operational facility (industry average: 4,000-6,000 sq ft) • 6 dedicated service bays...

$150,000

$150,000

Active Detox License for Sale with Lease-Ready Facility Location
Asset Sale

Palmdale, CA

ACTIVE DETOX LICENSE WITH LEASE-READY FACILITY - PALMDALE, CA Turnkey opportunity to acquire an active detox treatment license with an established facility location in Palmdale, Los Angeles County....

$200,000

$200,000

24K Gold Infused Skin Care brand for sale - items/ Website/ TradeMark
Asset Sale

Los Angeles, CA

Hi to all My Gold infused skin care line is for sale (10 facial skus). At the moment only empty items left. You will start with producing a fresh new batch. We also have trademark, website, domain,...

$50,000

$50,000

Coin Laundry Asset Sale
Asset Sale

Garden Grove, CA

This listing presents a great opportunity to own a coin laundromat located in Garden Grove, California. Situated in the heart of Orange County, the business is located in a high-traffic corner of a...

$350,000

$350,000

Prime Arts District Restaurant Opportunity
Asset Sale

Los Angeles, CA

Urbanlime is pleased to present an opportunity in the heart of the Arts District. The offering features 1,268 SF of interior space complemented by an expansive 4,300 SF patio, creating a highly...

$250,000

$250,000

Established Nightlife Venue in Santa Monica
Asset Sale

Los Angeles, CA

Urbanlime is pleased to present a rare opportunity to acquire an established nightlife venue in the heart of Santa Monica. Located just minutes from the beach, the property benefits from a Type 48...

$500,000

$500,000

Newly Remodeled & Fully Equipped Sonoma County Restaurant and Bar With
Asset Sale

Sonoma County, CA

Newly Remodeled & Fully Equipped Sonoma County Restaurant and Bar With Type 47 Liquor License RRC# 5292 Offered at $295,000 Location: Sonoma County Annual Revenue: $1,248,346.00 Monthly Rent: $6,298...

$295,000

$295,000

Electric Bike Tour and Rental Business Asset Sale
Asset Sale

Monterey County, CA

Selling 18 Specialized Turbo Tero and Turbo Vado e-Bikes; 2015 Transit Van Extended, High Roof; helmets and equipment. Asset sale is also available with opportunity to acquire existing Paso Robles...

$45,000

$45,000

Newly established Retail Pharmacy in San Diego County
Asset Sale

San Diego County, CA

NEWLY ESTABLISHED RETAIL PHARMACY ASSET SALE - SAN DIEGO COUNTY This asset sale represents a turnkey retail pharmacy opportunity established in 2023, strategically positioned in the residential and...

$215,250

$215,250

Restaurant with a reasonable rent-fully equipped
Asset Sale

San Mateo, CA

A fully equipped restaurant is for sale on a busy street, featuring reasonable rent and ample parking in both the front and rear. A reasonable rent. The sale includes a beer and wine license. The...

$260,000

$260,000

Stylish Build-Out | Tea Service Concept | Growth Potential
Asset Sale

Los Angeles, CA

Rare opportunity to acquire a fully built-out, design-forward café located in a high-traffic commercial district in central Los Angeles. This is an as-is asset sale with no financials, ideal for a...

$99,000

$99,000

Turn-Key Halal Restaurant for Sale – Victoria Gardens Food Hall – Ranc
Asset Sale

Rancho Cucamonga, CA

Turn-key halal restaurant located in the highly desirable Victoria Gardens food hall in Rancho Cucamonga. This is a great opportunity for an owner-operator or investor looking to step into an...

$49,000

$49,000

Lara Liu

CBD Investment Inc

Serving San Bernardino County, CA

Where Great Restaurants Find Their Next Location

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Turn Key Cafe or Restaurant with Type 1 Hood in West Covina
Asset Sale

West Covina, CA

**Currently in escrow and taking back up offers. DO NOT ASK EMPLOYEES ABOUT THE SALE.** REALEST is proud to present a rare opportunity to acquire a fully built-out restaurant space in the heart of...

$75,000

$75,000

Proven Psychological Testing Service Line for Healthcare Practices
Asset Sale

Mission Viejo, CA

This is not the sale of a standalone business. It is the opportunity to acquire access to a proven high value psychological testing service-line model that can be added to an existing healthcare or...

$143,500

$143,500

Melrose Ave./La Brea Area Turnkey Restaurant W/ Type 47 License
Asset Sale

Los Angeles, CA

This 2,484 sq. ft restaurant and Bar is located in the heart of Melrose Ave. just west of La Brea Ave. with its own additional 434sf private patio, a total of 90 seats are permitted per the CUB. A...

$450,000

$450,000

Pizzeria in Duarte- Seller Financing!
Asset Sale

Duarte, CA

Seller may finance a qualified buyer with a 50-60% down Payment. Your opportunity to own a 30 year established Pizzeria in a busy shopping center in Duarte with anchor tenants. The pizzeria is managed...

$79,000

$79,000

Turnkey Taproom & Craft Brewery
Asset Sale

Santa Barbara, CA

This established craft brewery and taproom is located in Downtown Santa Barbara along a highly trafficked stretch of State Street, benefiting from steady pedestrian activity and a dynamic mix of...

$299,000

$299,000

Turn-Key South Bay Restaurant For Sale
Asset Sale

Chula Vista, CA

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY This turn-key restaurant asset presents an exceptional acquisition opportunity in Chula Vista's high-traffic South Bay corridor. The fully operational establishment features...

$195,000

$195,000

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.