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...

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...

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...

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

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...
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
Available in California
Join one of the fastest-growing, most simple-to-run healthy fast-casual restaurants!
Avg. Unit Revenue: $614,256
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...
$120,000
Thousand Oaks, 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...
Yusef Mijalli
Gentile Real Estate
Serving Fresno County, CA
At Gentile Commercial, we specialize in facilitating seamless business transactions for buyers and sellers. With a deep understanding of market trends, valuation, and negotiation, our team is dedicated to helping entrepreneurs transition smoothly, whether buying their first business or selling an established enterprise. We prioritize integrity, confidentiality, and personalized service to ensure each deal is tailored to meet the unique goals of our clients. From small businesses to larger enterprises, we guide our clients every step of the way, maximizing value and ensuring a successful outcome. Your business journey deserves expert support—let us be your trusted partner in navigating the complexities of buying or selling a business.
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
Available Nationwide
Premium mobile coffee franchise from the makers of Kona Ice. Proven model, fixed royalties, and expert business support. Own your journey today!
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
$1,300,000
Irvine, CA
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...
Fullerton, CA
On busiest Blvd corner location with patio, also included 3 mobile vans with all the equipment for on site event catering. Beer & Wine license .All included .Established 2008 . Lots of repeat loyal...
Cash Flow: $96,000
San Diego County, CA
A rare opportunity to acquire a beloved, debt-free musical instrument retail store in one of Southern California's most affluent coastal communities. American Music Store has been a fixture on...
Sacramento, CA
River City Queen Charter Boat & Floating Event Venue Rare opportunity to own an established and profitable Sacramento charter-boat business and distinctive floating event venue with a full-liquor...
San Gabriel, CA
Turnkey Authentic Japanese Restaurant for Sale | Prime San Gabriel Valley Location | SBA Eligible Exceptional Opportunity to Own a High-Volume Japanese Restaurant in the Heart of the San Gabriel...
EBITDA: $380,000
Arcadia, CA
Many locations want our machines need someone who can scale. **What’s Included:** • **2 Established Machines** currently generating approximately $20,000 in annual income • **2 Fresh machines at...
Available Nationwide
We have 180+ fast casual restaurants worldwide, a testament to our commitment to training and supporting our franchisees. Franchise with Wayback Burgers today!
Los Angeles County, CA
SBA Pre-Qualified! A rare opportunity to purchase a thriving Crumbl franchise in Los Angeles County California—without all of the initial startup costs and concerns. The 2025 revenues exceeded...
Cash Flow: $133,639
Fremont, CA
Business price: $249K Plus Fleet value: ~$450K Total deal: ~$700K Turo Car Rental Business for Sale – Established, Profitable, Turn-Key This is a rare opportunity to acquire a fully operational Turo...
Cash Flow: $80,000
$5,250,000
Riverside, CA
North Hollywood, CA
Well-established for 18 years, this business is located in a busy shopping center with consistent foot traffic and a supportive landlord. It presents an excellent opportunity for a new owner to step...
Cash Flow: $90,000
Camarillo, CA
Excellent opportunity to acquire a fully equipped, recently remodeled Baja Fresh restaurant in Camarillo, California. The restaurant is currently operating and offers a buyer the chance to take over...
Cash Flow: $62,500
Available in California
Prism Specialty Restoration (formerly ERS, ART, TEX and DFD) brings a strong reputation and over 30 years of experience to the EverSmith Brands platform by providing a robust range of specialty restoration services to help those affected by a disaster and other unforeseen damages. Whether it’s residential or commercial, Prism Specialties delivers effective recovery solutions to help contractors, adjusters, and the insured restore Electronics, Art, Documents, and Textiles. This includes Kitchen appliances, computers, works on paper, sculptures, leather goods, shoes, industrial machinery, and more!
Avg. Unit Revenue: $1,961,488
Glendale, CA
It is a popular, casual Chinese restaurant in Glendale. · Cuisine & Vibe: Chinese, Asian Fusion, and Vegan options. Casual dining with a clean, modern space (newly renovated). · Price: $$ (Entrees...
California
Step into ownership of a well-established Amazon Delivery Service Partner (DSP), an essential logistics business operating within one of the world’s largest and fastest-growing e-commerce ecosystems....
Cash Flow: $519,409
Carmel, CA
An established pet business in Carmel-by-the-Sea offering professional grooming, specialty dog treats, and curated retail products. Operating for five years, the business has developed a loyal local...
Huntington Beach, CA
Luxurious shop on Main St. Huntington Beach with top of the line custom display cases and furniture . Jewelers safe . Keep as a Jewelry store or change to your own concept. 850 Sqft. Total rent...
Los Angeles, CA
Established Healthcare Consulting Business - Prime Los Angeles Opportunity This thriving healthcare consulting firm, established in 2017, specializes in business startups and compliance services for...
Cash Flow: $450,000
Patrick Totah
Restaurant Realty Company
Serving San Francisco County, CA
Restaurant Realty Company was founded by Steven D. Zimmerman in the San Francisco Bay Area in 1996. Since inception the company has developed into the largest California restaurant brokerage specializing in sales, acquisitions and leasing of restaurants, bars, nightclubs and related commercial buildings with local representation in the San Francisco Bay Area, Sacramento, Los Angeles, Orange County and San Diego markets. Restaurant Realty’s brokers and agents are well versed in conducting deals with independent restaurant owners, landlords, buyers, and lessees of businesses and real estate, as well as larger ownership groups and buyers of multi-unit operations, franchises and chains. Restaurant Realty’s current brokers and agents have had great success completing transactions with over 3,400 clients, selling/leasing over 1,700 restaurant, bar and/or nightclub businesses, nearly 80 related commercial buildings sold, representing over 3.5 Million square feet of commercial space leased and over 8,000 valuations completed.
Costa Mesa, CA
Business Overview Rare opportunity to acquire a fully built-out, multi-station salon in a premier Costa Mesa location along high-traffic 17th Street, offering excellent parking, visibility, and...
Glendale, CA
Smoke & Liquor is a well-established retail business located in an exceptional, high-demand area with strong and consistent foot traffic. The business has been operating for four years, with the smoke...
$105,000
Los Angeles County, CA
Solana Beach, CA
A strong cash generating business that has minimal requirements. We became the go to provider in less than two years and generated upwards of 250,000 per year with great margins. this is a great...
Tustin, CA
Excellent opportunity to own a well-established Chinese restaurant in Tustin, specializing primarily in takeout and delivery. This turnkey operation has a loyal customer base and is ideal for an...
Cash Flow: $80,000
Available in California
Fresh pet food franchise in a $158B industry. Low investment, proven system, full support. Avg. revenue $546K. No experience needed.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $546,633
California
This Residential Cleaning Service is a Northern California Limited Liability Company that has been in operation for the past 2 years under current ownership. With over 10 years of experience in...
Cash Flow: $150,000
Placer County, CA
Turnkey Tahoe City Laundromat - Steady Annual Cash Flow Established in 1969, this profitable laundromat operates in the desirable Tahoe City market within Placer County, California. The business...
Cash Flow: $156,000
San Jose, CA
Located in the vibrant North San Jose area, Offers a convenient and accessible location near Downtown San Jose, major freeways, public transportation, and a wide range of restaurants, businesses, and...
Solano County, CA
$440,000 NET PROFIT HIGH-VOLUME GAS STATION & LARGE C-STORE Major ARCO/ampm Upgrade Opportunity Exceptional opportunity for an experienced gas station and convenience-store operator. This established...
Alameda County, CA
Excellent opportunity to own a grocery store with a newly improved commercial bakery operation in the heart of Alameda County. The business is located on a busy main street with strong traffic,...
Rocklin, CA
JOIN A BILLION DOLLAR INDUSTRY WITH UNLIMITED POTENTIAL! OWN YOUR OWN THRIVING POOL SERVICE ROUTE WITH RECURRING POSITIVE CASH FLOW. Outstanding opportunity to own a profitable and successful pool...
Cash Flow: $135,000
Orange County, CA
*** SBA Prequalified with LoanBud *** This turnkey, award-winning franchise spa has operated successfully for over a decade in a premier, high-traffic shopping center in the heart of Orange County,...
Cash Flow: $470,798
Tulare County, CA
Truck Stop W/ 3 Restaurants & C-store Newly remodeled Truck Stop on Highway 99—Prime Investment Opportunity Located on a central corridor along Highway 99, this newly remodeled truck stop offers an...
Woodland Hills, CA
JOIN A BILLION DOLLAR INDUSTRY WITH UNLIMITED POTENTIAL! OWN YOUR OWN THRIVING POOL SERVICE ROUTE WITH RECURRING POSITIVE CASH FLOW. This is a very well Established Pool Service Route in upscale...
Cash Flow: $135,000
Available Nationwide
Brew community and profit with Ziggi’s Coffee—flexible formats, strong support, and high AUV in one of America’s fastest-growing franchises.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $836,332
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.