Santa Ana, CA
Incredible, time-sensitive opportunity to acquire a fully built-out, premium business location in Santa Ana, California for a fraction of its replacement cost. Over $505,000 was invested into Tenant...
Businesses For Sale in California
Local Info
$723K Santa Ana 2nd Gen Restaurant: $125K Shell to $350K Custom
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Card Laundromat - Profitable & Fully Attended West Hollywood / LA City
West Hollywood, CA
This West Hollywood Card Laundromat is a modern, attractive, high-revenue operation surrounded by a dense renter population. This business serves a strong local customer base, consistent tourist...
EBITDA: $229,464
Premier Full-Service Med Spa – Established Revenue, Expansion Ready!
California
This full-service medical spa specializes in face, skin, wellness, and body treatments, combining medical expertise with a patient-centered experience. The clinic utilizes advanced, industry-leading...
EBITDA: $295,000
Turnkey boutique pet retail opportunity in Newport Beach
Newport Beach, CA
Turnkey boutique pet retail opportunity located in a highly desirable coastal Newport Beach market. This beautifully curated pet boutique offers apparel, treats, toys, collars, leashes, accessories,...
Cash Flow: $35,000
Hospice Care Agency-Fully Operatinal-Established-Jacho Accredited
Ontario, CA
PRICE WAS JUST REDUCED BY $100K, FROM $995K TO $895K Profitable Outpatient Hospice Care Agency-With Solid Financial Performances-Well Established Since 2022-JACHO Accredited-Fully Operatinal-Real...
Cash Flow: $480,000
Amazing opportunity to own Charleys Philly steaks in different cities
Los Angeles County, CA
Established Charleys Philly Steaks franchise opportunity featuring multiple locations across Southern California including Victorville, Hesperian, and San Bernardino. This turnkey restaurant operation...
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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
Mexican/Coffee/ or keep current menu-41 lic. lots of parking
San Diego County, CA
Turn-Key Beach Area Restaurant for Sale – Imperial Beach/Coronado Prime Opportunity with Established Success and a Fun, Coastal Vibe Dreaming of owning a vibrant restaurant in one of San Diego’s most...
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Poke Restaurant - Established in 2015, Absentee Run
Los Angeles, CA
One of the very first poke restaurant in Los Angeles. Established in 2015. Original Owner. Absentee run. Great potential for growth with owner operation. Motivated Seller!!! Description Asking Price:...
Profitable Doors & Frame Business
Alameda County, CA
Business is set up to produce and install Wood and Hollow Metal doors and frames and is organized to produce large scale projects, produced in a clean and efficiently run shop. They are well equipped...
2
Cash Flow: $1,132,761
Steamatic
Franchise
Available Nationwide
Delivering Solutions Since 1968 ; Success Start With A Steamatic Franchise
LA Based ATM Business - Great Cash Flow & Management in Place
Los Angeles, CA
Listing Details: - Location: Los Angeles, CA - Number of Units: 61 - Terminal Brand: GenMega & Hyosung - Age of Machines: 2-6 years - Established: 2019 For sale: A profitable ATM route consisting of...
Cash Flow: $200,000
Only Dry Cleaners in Tri-County Area For Sale After 24 Years
Sonora, CA
A female-owned business, Kathy's Miracle Cleaners has been serving the Tuolumne Tri-County area in Northern California for over 20 years. With an lengthy book of business, reputation of quality, and...
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Established High Volume Asian Grocery Market For Sale
$1,900,000
Orange County, CA
Mailbox, Shipping Franchise, Low Rent, Short Hours, Seller Financing
Riverside County, CA
This desirable Postal Franchise is located in premium trade area, anchored by a national grocery chain stores on a major busy street, providing subject business with a steady volume of vehicle as well...
Cash Flow: $59,186
TWO LIQUOR STORE PACKAGE Business Only | Alameda County & Santa Clara
Santa Clara County, CA
Rare opportunity to acquire two established liquor stores in prime Northern California locations. Liquor Store | Santa Clara County, CA Annual gross sales are approximately $950,000, plus...
Terry Watts
Murphy Business Sales
Serving Sacramento County, CA
Murphy Business Sales | Exit Factor: Strategic M&A and Value Acceleration We provide a sophisticated, two-pillar approach to the sale and transition of privately held companies. By integrating the high-impact value-growth methodology of Exit Factor with the institutional-grade execution of Murphy Business Sales, we ensure our clients achieve maximum enterprise value and a protected legacy. The Exit Factor Advantage: Value Acceleration Most business owners leave significant money on the table because their business is "ready to sell" but not "ready to be bought." As a Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA) and Exit Factor consultant, I partner with owners 12–36 months prior to market entry. We utilize a structured, data-driven roadmap to: - Identify and bridge "Value Gaps" between current worth and exit goals. - Optimize SDE and EBITDA multiples through operational benchmarking. - De-risk the business by strengthening "Intangible Capital" (Human, Structural, and Customer capital). Institutional M&A Execution Once value is maximized, we transition into the M&A phase utilizing the global reach of Murphy Business Sales. As a Certified Merger & Acquisition Professional (CM&AP), I provide: - Defensible Valuations: Utilizing multiple methodologies to provide a clear range of value. - Strict Confidentiality: Protecting your staff, customers, and competitive position. - Structured Negotiation: Managing the complex lifecycle of due diligence and closing. Mission-Focused Leadership Led by Marine Corps Veterans and seasoned entrepreneurs, our firm treats every transaction with discipline and professional integrity. Whether you are looking to scale your business’s value for a future windfall or are ready to transition today, we provide the expert analysis required to secure your financial future.
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Blind Profile – Premium Window Coverings Retailer
Walnut Creek, CA
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a well-established, design-driven window coverings business serving an affluent East Bay community. The company specializes in high-quality blinds, shades,...
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Cash Flow: $247,500
Turn-Key Opportunity! Super Wine Bar-Great Location!!
Pacifica, CA
Own One of Pacifica's Most Beloved Coastal Wine Bars After almost two successful decades serving the Pacifica community, this coastal establishment is ready for its next chapter. More than simply a...
6 FedEx Linehaul Team Runs - Sacramento CA
Sacramento, CA
Imagine stepping into a thriving FedEx Ground Linehaul operation that's already generating steady revenue from six established team runs in Northern California. You'll love the peace of mind that...
EBITDA: $540,000
Flower Shop with Consistent Sales | Ready for New Owner
Moreno Valley, CA
Established floral and gift business with nearly 6 years of operating history and approximately $200,000 in annual revenue. The business has built a strong reputation, loyal customer base, established...
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Cash Flow: $80,000
Distinguished Glass Company
Santa Clara County, CA
For over two decades, this Glass Company has provided premium residential and commercial glass services throughout the South Bay. Locally owned and operated in Santa Clara, CA, they specialize in...
Cash Flow: $204,000
Play It Again Sports
Franchise
Available Nationwide
Play It Again Sports franchises sell new and used sports and fitness equipment for children and adults. Stores also buy used equipment from customers.
Profitable Estate Planning, Trust and Probate Law Firm
California
Transworld Business Advisors of Fremont DRE# 02194963 presents: Rare opportunity to acquire a well-established single-attorney estate planning, trust administration, and probate law practice serving...
Cash Flow: $285,701
Profitable Nail Salon for Sale in Sunnyvale / Bay Area
Sunnyvale, CA
Profitable, fully operational nail salon for sale in Sunnyvale / Bay Area, located in the heart of Silicon Valley near San Jose and Mountain View. This turnkey business has been successfully operating...
Cash Flow: $240,000
Established Central California Commercial Demolition Company
$1,650,000
California
Established Multi Channel Ecommerce Brand Portfolio with Warehouse Ope
Los Angeles, CA
Established multi channel ecommerce distribution business with over 15 years of operating history, diversified online marketplace presence, warehouse operations, trained staff, and proprietary branded...
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San Diego Boutique Winery-MUP, Tasting Room, Production & Vineyard
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Julian, CA
Volcan Mountain Winery presents a unique opportunity to acquire a well-established boutique winery in the scenic Julian area of San Diego County. Founded in 2006, the property spans approximately 10...
Custom Manufacturing Business with 35+ Year Track Record
Santa Ana, CA
This custom cabinetry and millwork manufacturing business has been in continuous operation since 1987, serving residential and commercial clients across Orange County, Los Angeles, and San Diego. This...
Cash Flow: $92,794
Franchise Jewelry&watch Repair Inside Mall Location
Roseville, CA
jewelry & watch retail and repair store in the galleria of Roseville mall franchise location part of over 160 nationwide locations FAST FIX franchise, 16 years in business...
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Profitable Ice Cream and Smoothie Shop for sale
Escondido, CA
PROFITABLE ICE CREAM AND SMOOTHIE SHOP Prime retail location inside North County Mall in Escondido, CA, positioned strategically near the main entrance. This recently established ice cream and...
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Established Full-Service Veterinary Practice
Monterey County, CA
This is a well-established, state-of-the-art, full-service small animal hospital in one of California's most desirable coastal communities — the Monterey Peninsula. In operation since 2005, the...
Profitable Acupuncture Practice Near the Beach – Laguna Niguel
Laguna Niguel, CA
An opportunity to acquire a highly respected, well-established acupuncture practice in Laguna Niguel, California, one of Orange County's most desirable coastal communities. **Established Reputation &...
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The Brothers That Just Do Gutters
Franchise
Available in California
The largest Gutter franchise in the US over 200 franchisees
Top Rated Stylish European Restaurant
Glendale, CA
The Business is an Italian fine casual restaurant known for its elevated European inspired cuisine and exceptional clientele. Since opening just over a year ago, it has quickly become one of the...
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Cash Flow: $815,221
SQF-Certified PET Bottle Manufacturing and Water Bottling Facilities
Riverside, CA
This Southern California located Turnkey manufacturing opportunity is priced as an ASSETS SALE well below Replacement Cost at $3.8 million. The exceptional opportunity has two components, one is...
Cash Flow: $780,000
Promotional Products & Apparel Business
$150,000
San Diego County, CA
Top-Rated, Profitable Auto Body Shop – Inland Empire
San Bernardino County, CA
Established in 2009, this top-rated auto body shop represents an exceptional acquisition opportunity in San Bernardino County's thriving Inland Empire market. Located on a major boulevard in a prime...
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Established fully operational tattoo studio in San Francisco, Bay area
San Francisco, CA
Established Fully Licensed Operating Creative Tattoo Studio in San Francisco Confidential opportunity to acquire a fully licensed and actively operating studio in San Francisco, SoMa / Bay Area, with...
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Junk King
Franchise
Available Nationwide
Ranked as a top Junk-Removal Services franchise by 2026 Entrepreneur Franchise 500®. $551K average gross sales!*
Cajun Seafood & PHO Restaurant for SALE
Fullerton, CA
LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION! Exceptional opportunity to own a turnkey restaurant business located next to the Fullerton Courthouse and within walking distance to California State University,...
Turnkey QSR in Westfield Galleria Mall with Simple Operations
Roseville, CA
TURNKEY QSR IN WESTFIELD GALLERIA MALL WITH SIMPLE OPERATIONS Located inside the highly desirable Westfield Galleria at Roseville, this established quick-service restaurant represents an exceptional...
Cash Flow: $115,000
Turnkey Modern Mexican Restaurant & Private Events Venue in San Jose
San Jose, CA
The business features a modern atmosphere, bar area and three spacious dining/event rooms suitable for private celebrations, corporate gatherings, birthdays, graduations and special events. The...
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Well established neighborhood Italian restaurant
Placer County, CA
WELL ESTABLISHED NEIGHBORHOOD ITALIAN RESTAURANT This thriving family-owned Italian restaurant has been serving the Placer County community since 2011, building a loyal customer base over 15 years of...
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Cash Flow: $86,720
Established Tutoring Center
Riverside County, CA
Help students reach their full potential at this tutoring center. Fully functional and furnished learning center. Current owners have prospered in this territory. Clean, modern and fully turnkey! Come...
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David Cutler
Woodbridge Investments Inc
Serving San Diego County, CA
San Diego's premier destination for business sales and real estate services. With a steadfast commitment to integrity and innovation, we specialize in unlocking the full potential properties and local businesses. Whether you're buying, selling, or investing, our expert team offers personalized solutions tailored to your unique goals. At Woodbridge Investment Inc., we're dedicated to maximizing value and exceeding expectations in every real estate/business transaction.
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Commercial Interior Design & Design/Construction Documents
California
This outstanding acquisition opportunity is an interior design firm for office and business spaces. In addition to commercial interior design the Company also does planning and assists in construction...
Cash Flow: $375,000
Profitable restaurant inside busy food hall
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
Profitable Restaurant Opportunity in High-Traffic Food Hall - Rancho Cucamonga Established in 2025, this turnkey restaurant operation presents an excellent opportunity for an entrepreneur seeking a...
California-Based Wholesale Distribution Company | 35+ Years
$20,000,000
Modesto, CA
Patented At-Home Vision Testing Platform
San Jose, CA
A rare opportunity to acquire the only fully built, clinically validated, FDA-registered at-home vision diagnostics platform shipping at scale. A 29-patent portfolio pairs with proprietary,...
Cash Flow: $28,490
Automotive Repair Shop
California
BUSINESS HIGHLIGHTS The Company is a general automotive repair facility for domestic and foreign cars and trucks. Services include but are not limited to: Air Conditioning and Heating, Alignment,...
EBITDA: $505,000
Koala Insulation
Franchise
Available Nationwide
Eco-Friendly Insulation Franchise - Smart Investments. Real Impact.
Engineering, Design, and Consulting Services for the Energy Industry
California
BUSINESS HIGHLIGHTS The Company is a well-established engineering and consulting firm has been in business 30+ years and serves the energy, utilities, and industrial markets with a long track record...
Cash Flow: $482,000
Summer Enrichment Camp - SF Bay Area- Part Time Working Owner
Contra Costa County, CA
Established, nationally accredited children's enrichment summer camp business serving education focused Bay Area families for 15+ years. Multiple camp locations offer day experiences for children ages...
Cash Flow: $225,000
High-Margin AI Marketing Agency | 40k+ MRR |Hospitality Based 0% Churn
Palo Alto, CA
This is a lean, high-margin AI-enabled marketing agency focused primarily on hospitality and service-based businesses. The company operates on a streamlined recurring-retainer model, providing paid...
Cash Flow: $56,000
Established Farmers Agency in El Cajon | Spanish-Speaking Client
El Cajon, CA
Established insurance agency in El Cajon with approximately $2.4M in premium and a strong foundation of bundled households that support strong retention and long-term client relationships. The book is...
Professional Medical Staffing Company for Home Health & Hospice
SBA LOAN ELIGIBLE
San Diego, CA
Professional Medical Staffing Company specializing in home health and hospice services offers an exceptional acquisition opportunity in San Diego County's robust healthcare market. Established in...
Cash Flow: $1,800,000
50-Year Government Flooring Contractor – $1.5M Revenue | Govt Contract
Los Angeles County, CA
Established in 1972, this California-based licensed flooring and general contracting business specializes in public-sector, municipal, and institutional projects. The company generates approximately...
Cannabis Equipment Manufacturer and Retailer
Los Angeles County, CA
Cannabis Equipment Manufacturer and Retailer - Well Established Brand with Low-Overhead and Global Sales This innovative cannabis equipment design and assembly business, established in 2016,...
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Cash Flow: $440,000
Sactown Family Fun – Profitable Family Entertainment Business
Rancho Cordova, CA
Sactown Family Fun presents an exceptional opportunity to acquire a well-established family entertainment center in Rancho Cordova, California. Operating successfully since 2007, this profitable...
Premium Allstate Agency for Sale – Prime Location & Loyal Client Base
San Jose, CA
Price: $1,450,000 Location: San Jose, CA – Between Willow Glen & Campbell Industry: Insurance – Allstate Franchise Established: 2021 Business Overview: This is a rare opportunity to acquire a...
Poolwerx
Franchise
Available Nationwide
Multiple revenue streams with franchisees averaging over $762,000 in gross profit yearly. With a proven business model and successful track record, we’re excited to offer you a range of franchise opportunities.
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.
