Murrieta, CA
After 13 successful years, this beloved family-owned and operated sushi restaurant is ready for its next chapter—and a new owner! This isn’t just a restaurant—it’s a well-established local business...
Businesses For Sale in California
Local Info
Restaurant with many local regular customers!
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Branded Gas Station, C-Store & Car Wash
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Butte County, CA
Exclusively Listed and Presented By: The Gas Broker® Offered for sale is a 100% absentee-operated Chevron gas station, convenience store with Type-20 Beer & Wine License, and upgraded car wash. The...
Established Pet Brand + 2 Mobile Trucks + E-Commerce + Franchise
Orange County, CA
The Mobile Barkery is an established Southern California mobile pet treat and retail brand operating since 2021, offering a unique combination of mobile retail, proprietary products, ecommerce and...
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Fully Built-Out Restaurant & Bar for Lease, $799K Key Money
San Joaquin County, CA
Picture yourself walking into your own fully operational restaurant and bar - no construction headaches, no permit delays, just keys in hand and ready to serve customers. This incredible 5,983 square...
76 Gas Station with Land + Car Wash + $9,000 Rental Income
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Stockton, CA
PRICE DROPPED.....PRICE DROPPED.....PRICE DROPPED...... 76 Gas Station with Land + Car Wash + $9,000 Rental Income + Fuel Contract Expire Excellent Location with $9,000 Rental Income + Car Wash + 1.19...
High Margin, Low Entry Home Services, Industry Leader-Motivated Seller
Thousand Oaks, CA
The Thousand Oaks business is located in a highly desirable and thriving market, and it is part of one of the strongest advertising co-ops in the country (LA co-op). The sale includes two branded...
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Cash Flow: $93,623
Established Senior Home Care Business with Strong Growth Potential
Orange County, CA
Established Senior Home Care Business – Turnkey Opportunity with Growth Potential Established senior care business serving individuals and families who need dependable, compassionate support and...
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Multi-Unit Panera Bread Portfolio Located in California
California
Rare opportunity to acquire a multi-unit Panera Bread® portfolio located in California. Panera is one of the nation’s most recognized fast-casual restaurant brands, with more than 2,200 bakery-cafés...
Cash Flow: $2,605,000
Special-Needs Family Care Coordination SaaS App
Los Angeles, CA
Our client operates a secure digital platform built for families raising children with disabilities, neurodivergence, chronic medical conditions and complex educational needs. Families use it to...
Cash Flow: $13,264
Express Car Wash Newly Built In 2024 + Property
Montebello, CA
A New-Generation Express Car Wash with Real Estate • Newly Built in 2024: Ride Thru Express Car Wash offers modern infrastructure, a state-of-the-art express tunnel, and valuable real estate •...
Grasons Estate Sales & Business Liquidations
Franchise
Available Nationwide
Unleash your entrepreneurial spirit with Grasons Estate Sales & Business Liquidations, the #1 home-based estate sales & business liquidations franchise! Tap into a proven and trusted brand that has redefined excellence in this market.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $204,089
76 Gas, CK, Express Car Wash Built in 2023 + Rental Space 6,164 SF
San Bernardino, CA
76 Gas Station, Circle K, Express Car Wash built in 2023, Retail Center + Property Investment Highlights · Modern design, multi-profit center investment opportunity newly built in late 2023 · Multiple...
EBITDA: $1,381,500
Retail Pharmacy in Chino Hills, San Bernardino Medical Building
Chino Hills, CA
Well established [2021] Retail Pharmacy located in the commercial/residential area of Chino Hills, San Bernardino County. Located inside a medical building, surrounded by multiple medical buildings....
Cash Flow: $185,650
Full-Service Restaurant for Sale Asking Price: $99,000
$99,000
Goleta, CA
Aviation Manual Library For Sale
El Mirage, CA
Thomson's Aviation Manuals Inc. represents a unique opportunity to acquire the largest privately-owned aviation technical library in operation. This established retail business houses an extraordinary...
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Emeryville Public Market Turnkey Food Hall Restaurant Opportunity
Emeryville, CA
Excellent opportunity to acquire a fully equipped restaurant space in The Public Market in Emeryville. At approximately 774 SF, this is one of the smallest food stalls in The Public Market, offering a...
Prabhjot Randhawa
Liberty Business Advisors of S. F Inc
Serving Alameda County, CA
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Restaurant and Bar with Beer Garden in Affluent Sacramento County Area
Sacramento County, CA
Restaurant and Bar with Beer Garden in Affluent Sacramento County Neighborhood RRC#5368 Asking Price: $695,000 Location: Sacramento County Annual Revenue: $2,380,453 Annual Cash Flow: Contact for Info...
Established National Franchise System with Proven Operating Platform
California
Established franchise system with a proven business model, audited financials, and recurring royalty-based revenue from an existing network of franchisees. The business offers multiple revenue...
Cash Flow: $196,136
Shangri-La Restaurant, Bar & OASIS is for sale! Outstanding Design
Fair Oaks, CA
Shangri-La Restaurant, Bar & OASIS is for sale! Outstanding Design, Charm and Strong Goodwill RRC#5361 Offered at $415,000 Location: Sacramento County Annual Revenue: $2,070,651 Annual Cash Flow:...
Two-Location Independent Pharmacy Platform - Southern CA
San Bernardino County, CA
$2.17M Adj. EBITDA · Two-Location Pharmacy Platform with 3rd Location Coming Highly profitable two-location independent retail pharmacy operating in Orange County and San Bernardino County,...
EBITDA: $2,167,000
North County Coastal Family Salon
San Diego, CA
Full-service, family hair salon serving North County San Diego from the same location since 1985. Specializes in children's haircuts – including first haircuts and kids with special needs – while also...
Cash Flow: $80,000
Aire Serv
Franchise
Available Nationwide
Ranked #1 HVAC/Duct-Cleaning Services franchise by 2026 Entrepreneur Franchise 500®. $1.56M average gross sales!*
Avg. Unit Revenue: $1,561,361
Established Riverside Collision Repair Facility & Real Estate
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Riverside, CA
Established Riverside Collision Repair Facility & Real Estate Rare opportunity to acquire a fully operational collision repair facility with real estate in the rapidly growing Riverside/Inland Empire...
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Cash Flow: $97,000
Established Japanese Sushi Rest / W. Hollywood - Lender Pre-Approved
West Hollywood, CA
Established Japanese fusion sushi bar operating continuously since July 2019 in West Hollywood. The restaurant emphasizes daily fresh fish deliveries, scratch-made sauces, and a menu blending...
Cash Flow: $195,000
Niche Facilities Service and Repair Business
$150,000
Roseville, CA
Prime Village Storefront: Beloved Women's Boutique, 30+yrs Location
Los Angeles County, CA
Rare chance to own a charming women's clothing boutique that has anchored the same tree-lined, pedestrian shopping village in the Valley for more than three decades. The block is a destination in...
Cash Flow: $100,000
For Sale: Established Boba Tea Shop
Garden Grove, CA
Overview Turnkey boba tea shop in a premium Little Saigon-adjacent location. This established, cash-flowing business offers immediate revenue potential, experienced staff, and flexible sale options —...
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EBITDA: $70,000
Profitable Family & Sports Medicine Practice – Folsom, CA
Folsom, CA
A rare opportunity to acquire a well-established and highly profitable integrative family and sports medicine practice in Folsom, California—one of the most desirable and fastest-growing suburbs of...
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Cash Flow: $266,000
Architecture, Engineering and Development Firm
San Diego County, CA
Founded in 2001, this firm offers architecture, engineering, and project/program management services, with projects across Arizona, California, Nevada, and New Mexico. The company supports disabled...
Cash Flow: $230,221
Profitable Foster's Freeze Opportunity/Property available
Fresno County, CA
Turnkey/Profitable Foster's Freeze Opportunity in Fresno County * Gross Annul sales range from $403,000 to $503,000 * Low rent of $2,500 a month or option to Purchase the property * Purchase price...
Cash Flow: $91,000
Hospice Agency for Sale
Los Angeles County, CA
A well-established hospice agency is operational since 2022, CDPH licensed, Medicare and Medical certified, ACHC accredited. No ADR, No CAP Issues, minimum average daily census, with geographic...
Iron Mountain Outfitters /Dealership for Carhartt, Filson, etc.
La Mesa, CA
Iron Mountain Outfitters operates profitably since 1997 as a Carhartt and Filson, etc. Dealership. This store has unique inventory providing customers with high quality merchandise from iconic,...
Cash Flow: $150,000
Rush Bowls
Franchise
Available in California
Rush Bowls is a small scale, simple restaurant concept serving blended fruit bowls and smoothies. Capitalize on the booming better-for-you market with a scalable concept.
FIRE-SALE PRICING: Restore Hyper Wellness | Below Build Cost
Los Angeles County, CA
FIRE-SALE PRICING: Restore Hyper Wellness | Below Build Cost Acquire a Turnkey Restore Hyper Wellness Studio WAY Below Replacement Cost Seller VERY MOTIVATED to sell by end of October 2026 Acquire a...
CAR WASH - Densley Populated Area, near Major Intersection
Rowland Heights, CA
INVESTMENT HIGHLIGHTS Rare opportunity to acquire an established Full-Service Car Wash operation in the heart of Rowland Heights • Full-Service Car Wash, Well established Reputation, Exceptional Lease...
Turnkey Farmers Insurance Agency | $200K+ Cash Flow | Immediate Income
$348,000
Walnut Creek, CA
Car Wash - Seller Financing
Montclair, CA
INVESTMENT HIGHLIGHTS • True 100% Hand Car Wash - Automated wash tunnel with 100% Hand Car Wash • SELLER FINANCING available with $280,000 down payment - 36 YEARS LEASE • High-visibility location with...
Mission Foods Route for Sale | San Diego, CA — $100,000
San Diego, CA
Mission Foods Route for Sale | San Diego, CA — $100,000 About the Route Mission Foods distribution route for sale – San Diego CA - $100,000. The territory services portions of San Diego CA and...
Cash Flow: $95,577
AlphaGraphics
Franchise
Available Nationwide
AlphaGraphics business-to-business model provides complete marketing, signs and print solutions to help local businesses grow. Our 52 years of experience provides national brand recognition, excellent support, training and growth in a scalable model.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $1,523,124
Mission Foods Route for Sale | San Diego, CA — $59,000
San Diego, CA
Mission Foods Route for Sale | San Diego, CA — $59,000 About the Route Mission Foods distribution route for sale – San Diego CA - $59,000. The territory services portions of San Diego CA, Rancho...
Cash Flow: $67,766
Northern California Kitchen & Bath Design Studio - SC2265
California
Northern California Kitchen & Bath Design Studio - SC2265 This Northern California Kitchen & Bath Design Studio is a California Limited Liability Company and was started 4 years ago by the current...
Cash Flow: $265,000
Southeast Asian restaurant for sale in old town Elk Grove
Elk Grove, CA
Established Southeast Asian Restaurant - Elk Grove Opportunity This well-established Southeast Asian restaurant presents a compelling acquisition opportunity in Elk Grove's historic district....
Liquor Store for Sale in Sacramento, CA
Sacramento, CA
Presenting a well-established, high-volume liquor store for sale in Sacramento County, California. This business boasts a net monthly sale surpassing $100,000, exclusive of Lotto-Lottery income,...
Cash Flow: $415,000
Palmdale Pool Service Route for Sale
Los Angeles County, CA
Service technicians are currently cleaning all accounts and available to a new owner. The customer base is excellent, featuring reliable payers. Long time devoted customers who appreciate our...
Cash Flow: $135,000
MOONEY LEE
Action Realty Task, Inc
Serving Orange County, CA
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Turnkey Mediterranean Restaurant & Bakery. Owner-Operated.
San Francisco, CA
Established Mediterranean Restaurant & Bakery - Owner-Operated Serving downtown San Francisco since 2007, currently operating as a Mediterranean Restaurant with a focus on wraps, plates, salads, and...
Friends and Roses!
Sherman Oaks, CA
An exceptional opportunity to own Friends & Roses, a well-established flower shop in a prime Sherman Oaks location on bustling Ventura Boulevard. Known for its loyal customer base and steady stream of...
Multi-Provider Primary Care & Sleep Medicine Practice in Southern CA
San Bernardino, CA
Well-Established Beauty and Med Aesthetics Business
Anaheim, CA
OC Esthetique & Spa is a well-established medical and beauty aesthetics spa operating since 2015 in Anaheim Hills, Orange County. This turnkey opportunity features a beautifully renovated 1,335 square...
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Express Car Wash - Real Estate - Rental Income
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Ontario, CA
EXPRESS CAR WASH + REAL ESTATE – DUAL FLEX CAR WASH MODEL + RENTAL INCOME • This Flex Car Wash combines both Express Car Wash and Full-Service Car Wash operations • Attracts both speed-focused and...
Teriyaki Madness
Franchise
Available Nationwide
Our food is addictive and our concept is fresh!
Avg. Unit Revenue: $1,113,760
AI Enabled Cardiac Diagnostics and Remote Monitoring Platform
Pleasanton, CA
A Silicon Valley-based medical device company has developed an integrated cardiac diagnostics and remote monitoring platform combining ECG, phonocardiography (PCG), digital heart sounds and...
Cash Flow: $1,000
Established self serve car wash with Commercial Building.
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Portola, CA
Imagine owning the only self-serve car wash in Portola, California – you'll have a true monopoly in this charming Plumas County community! This isn't just a car wash; you're getting a complete...
Cash Flow: $30,000
High-Margin Multifamily Contractor | 2025 $896K SDE | SBA Approved
San Diego County, CA
An opportunity to acquire a highly profitable, dominant commercial general contracting firm. Unlike typical residential remodelers, this business operates exclusively in a high-barrier B2B niche,...
Cash Flow: $842,000
Three Paths to the Opportunity!
Palm Springs, CA
Transform your investment into a thriving entertainment destination in one of California's premier resort markets. This established Palm Springs hospitality venue delivers multiple revenue streams and...
Custom Sign & Vehicle Graphics Business For Sale
San Diego County, CA
Custom sign, vehicle graphics, and printing business for sale in San Diego County with more than four decades of operating history. The company provides in-house design, production, and installation...
Cash Flow: $69,657
Semi-Absentee Wellness Franchise, Managed Remotely, Top Performing Loc
Pasadena, CA
This is a well-established, membership-based health and wellness studio in the affluent San Gabriel Valley submarket of Pasadena, CA. Day-to-day operations are run on-site by a manager and trained...
Cash Flow: $240,000
Low Rent Burger Restaurant in Fresno County
Fresno County, CA
Turnkey Independent Restaurant in Fresno County Asking price is $275K plus inventory Gross monthly sales are $60K to $75K Space is estimated up to 2,600 SF Rent is $3,765 a month Seller built out the...
North Bay 35-Year Catering & Event Business w Commercial Real Estate
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Sonoma County, CA
North Bay 35-Year Wedding & Event Catering Business with Commercial Real Estate This is a rare opportunity to acquire a well-established wedding and event catering business with approximately 35 years...
Modern Restaurant On Burlingame Avenue
Burlingame, CA
Business Overview A rare opportunity to acquire a long-standing, highly profitable 2,900 sq. ft. restaurant situated in the heart of Burlingame Avenue—the Peninsula’s most affluent and sought-after...
Cash Flow: $328,102
Senior Care Authority
Franchise
Available in California
The #1 award winning senior care franchise that offers a low cost of entry with multiple revenue streams. Our national network of franchise professionals provide guidance for families and their loved ones including locating the best long-term living options and eldercare consulting services.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $192,890
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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