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...

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

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

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

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....
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
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
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...
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...
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...
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...
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Operate a structured music education business with lessons, bands, and ongoing monthly tuition revenue.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $587,341
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
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
San Joaquin County, CA
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
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...
Jock Purtle
Business Exits Inc.
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
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
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
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...
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...
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
Available in California
Paul Davis has over a 97% success rate for franchises because success is part of our business model!
Avg. Unit Revenue: $4,837,325
Lake Forest, CA
Intersection of Rockfield Blvd & Lake Forest Dr This is a rare opportunity to acquire a high-performing, turnkey restaurant perfectly positioned on the border of Lake Forest and Irvine. Located at the...
Thousand Oaks, CA
Established Subway franchise in the 91320 area for sale by owner. Priced to sell at **$129,000**. **Highlights:** * Over **$70,000 remodel completed** * **No remodel required** * **Low rent** *...
Cash Flow: $63,000
$38,880
Rancho Palos Verdes, CA
Los Angeles, CA
PROFITABLE PAPA JOHNS PIZZA Franchise for sale in Los Angeles County Ca. A unique opportunity presents itself for the acquisition of a stable and profitable Papa John's Pizza Franchise comprising a...
Cash Flow: $53,338
Los Angeles County, CA
Beautifully designed salon with a full team of technicians and front desk. Been a staple in the community for over 15 years. Huge plaza with ample parking. One of the busiest Von's in the area driving...
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Monterey County, CA
Description: Established in 1979, this Market is located on a busy street right off Highway 101. It is surrounded by residential housing and other businesses. The store provides ample parking for...
Cash Flow: $600,000
Long Beach, CA
This amazing Coffee/Sandwich/Deli Shop is a great little place that’s both warm and inviting, serving some of the best brewed coffee, lattes, and specialty drinks, in and around Long Beach. Here’s...
Los Angeles, CA
This is the perfect opportunity for an entrepreneurial candidate to buy a business that has been a steady and consistent money maker for decades. The current owner is looking to retire due to provable...
Orange County, CA
Established Fujisan Sushi Bar located inside a busy supermarket in Tustin, California. This is a turnkey business with an established operation and customer base. The business is simple to operate and...
Cash Flow: $12,000
Pomona, CA
ESTABLISHED AUTOMOTIVE ENGINE REBUILDING & MACHINE SHOP - POMONA, CA This well-established automotive engine rebuilding and machine shop presents an exceptional opportunity in the heart of Southern...
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Empower families, strengthen communities, and grow a business with real meaning. Own a SafeSplash Swim School—Where Purpose Meets Profit.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $563,474
Gilroy, CA
Established Smog Check Station - Gilroy, CA This profitable smog check business has been serving the Gilroy community since 2005, generating consistent revenue through high-volume operations. Located...
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Sacramento County, CA
Established, Profitable Full-Service Tree Care Company – Sacramento County, CA This well-established tree care company has spent years building a reputation as one of the most trusted names in its...
Cash Flow: $580,000
$99,000
Goleta, CA
Ridgecrest, CA
Step into immediate profitability with this turnkey Mission's Tortilla distribution route generating $579,693 in annual sales and delivering $78,911 in net income. You'll gain instant access to a...
EBITDA: $78,911
Fullerton, CA
Liberty Tax is an established tax preparation franchise serving individuals and small businesses across the U.S. Franchisees operate their own local businesses while benefiting from an established...
Available in California
Dog daycare & boarding franchise boasting 2024 Average Net Revenues of $919,994.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $510,116
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Compton, CA
This established express car wash is located along a high-traffic corridor in Compton, California. Built in 2019, the property features an approximately 2,488-square-foot car wash facility situated on...
Campbell, CA
✨ Eyelash Extensions & Eyebrow Service Studio for Sale buy owner Moving out – great opportunity to own a simple, established beauty business in a prime shopping center location, right next to Whole...
San Francisco, CA
A multi-channel e-Commerce footwear, apparel, and accessories retailer is available. The company operates as an authorized reseller of leading national outdoor, comfort, and lifestyle footwear brands,...
Cash Flow: $3,901,122
Los Angeles, CA
Turnkey 6-Bed Licensed Detox Facility for Sale – Los Angeles Area Rare opportunity to acquire a fully licensed, turnkey 6-bed drug & alcohol detox facility in the Los Angeles / San Fernando Valley...
Los Angeles County, CA
An opportunity to acquire a highly recognized, premium lifestyle brand and retail destination situated in a culturally vibrant, high-visibility neighborhood of Los Angeles County. Established in 2019,...
Cash Flow: $232,305
Andrew Dummer
Transworld Business Advisors of Redding
Serving Tehama County, CA
Transworld Business Advisors is the world leader in the marketing and sales of businesses, mergers and acquisitions, and franchises. With a track record of helping over 10,000 business owners maximize the value of their businesses, we're committed to delivering exceptional results for our clients.
Palm Desert, CA
This is an exceptional opportunity to acquire **Mimmo's Italian Restaurant**, one of Palm Desert's most respected and well-established independent Italian restaurants. Since opening its doors in 2012,...
Yreka, CA
Only Carwash in siskiyou county California, ca. in the Walmart regional shopping center. Yreka is the county seat. Population 45000 Business well established with great growth potential...
$150,000
Roseville, CA
San Bernardino County, CA
***We also are selling a 2 truck Company*** Asking Price: $279,000 Cash Flow (SDE): $178,000 ******************** **CONTACT** To get more information and to schedule a call, please copy and paste the...
Cash Flow: $228,000
San Marcos, CA
This is for someone who wants to step into a working business and grow it. The foundation is here. The effort hasn’t been. That’s the opportunity. This home-based service business covers 21 zip codes...
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Building Kidz is one of the leaders in Preschool franchising today! Why? A lower investment, commitment to giving back to the communities it operates in, the highest EBITDA margins in the industry, and impacting children around the globe are just a few reasons.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $1,130,314
South Gate, CA
Turn-Key Mexican Restaurant & Bar | High-Volume SE Los Angeles At a Glance Location: Southeast Los Angeles, CA (Downey adjacent) Status: Fully operational & profitable Highlights: High-volume kitchen,...
Cash Flow: $70,000
Riverside County, CA
This premier Southern California-based fleet and transit graphics company offers a unique opportunity to acquire a turnkey operation with over three decades of proven success. Specializing in...
Cash Flow: $625,000
Placer County, CA
This business model offers numerous advantages: • Predictable recurring monthly income • No payroll obligations for stylists • Reduced management responsibilities • Lower operating complexity •...
EBITDA: $59,340
Santa Ana, CA
An excellent opportunity to purchase this established The UPS Store in the heart of Santa Ana. This is a newer Laser Lite store design, which is intended to create a modern, open, and efficient...
Cash Flow: $88,795
Fresno, CA
This is a turn key business,ready you have everything you will need to operate a take out pizza restaurant....
Cash Flow: $74,139
Sacramento, CA
SACRAMENTO RESTAURANT & BAR WITH ENTERTAINMENT – A+ DOWNTOWN LOCATION $225,000 + Approximately $15,000 Inventory We are pleased to offer this popular Downtown Sacramento restaurant, full-liquor bar...
La Habra, CA
Excellent visible / Strong growth potential Current owner only operates only 1.5 days. Well-established dental practice operating at the same highly visible Harbor Boulevard location in La Habra since...
Cash Flow: $120,000
San Francisco, CA
A well-established pizzeria founded in 2006, and the current owner took over in 2016. The current owner is semi-absentee; the business benefits from strong foot traffic and is near high schools and a...
Ventura County, CA
Make It Minnie is an established direct-to-consumer jewelry brand with a loyal customer community, recognizable aesthetic, established supplier network, and substantial digital audience. After nearly...
Available in California
With $560,311 in Avg Gross Sales, Painter1 blends decades of experience with innovative, owner-focused improvements for streamlined success.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $422,076
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:
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.