Columbia, CA
Turnkey mobile surface-repair franchise serving Columbia, South Carolina and the Midlands. New Creations repairs rather than replaces leather, vinyl, fabric, wood, windshields, furniture, tub and...

Columbia, CA
Turnkey mobile surface-repair franchise serving Columbia, South Carolina and the Midlands. New Creations repairs rather than replaces leather, vinyl, fabric, wood, windshields, furniture, tub and...

Hemet, CA
Exceptional opportunity to own a well-established, income-producing Nutrishop business in a high-visibility location. This turnkey business features a loyal customer base, strong brand recognition,...

Lynwood, CA
Profitable and fully equipped La Michoacana ice cream and paleta shop available in the Los Angeles area. Established since 2018, this is a turnkey, currently operating business with an established...
Cash Flow: $72,000

Palm Desert, CA
A rare opportunity to acquire one of Palm Desert's premier fine dining restaurants. Cork Tree Restaurant is renowned for its outstanding California cuisine, award-worthy wine list, impeccable service,...
Cash Flow: $306,039
Hermosa Beach, CA
An extraordinary opportunity has arisen to acquire Simply Nail Bar, a premier, fully operational turn-key nail salon situated in the highly desirable coastal community of Hermosa Beach, California....
Los Angeles, CA
This is a premier Los Angeles-based personal chef and in-home meal preparation company specializing in highly customized weekly meal prep services and intimate private dining experiences for affluent,...
Cash Flow: $165,000
Calexico, CA
Gas station very close to border in Calexico, California. This station has many regular customers and new ones as well with a huge variety of products and a nice big plaza parking lot. All of the...
California
Step into the booming multi-billion dollar wellness industry with exclusive development rights to Arctic Elevation - a premium cryotherapy and holistic health franchise offering state-of-the-art...
Burbank, CA
Imagine yourself running a well-established Mission's Tortilla route in the thriving Burbank, California market. This isn't just any distribution opportunity - you'll be partnering with Mission Foods,...
EBITDA: $83,262
California
MBB 154 -Well-established, patient-centered speech and occupational therapy practice serving pediatric and adult patients across a high-demand Northern California/Central Coast market. Founded in...
Available Nationwide
Revenues As High As $1,200,000 - Winter Weather Doesn't Kill This Model
Avg. Unit Revenue: $619,868
Orange, CA
A 20-year plus established, referral-only swimming pool and spa design firm serving Orange, San Diego, Los Angeles, and Riverside Counties is now available. The business specializes in custom home...
Cash Flow: $207,886
Orange, CA
Established specialty auto services business operating as a Certified 3M Pro Shop — backed by one of the most trusted names in the industry. Offers a premium suite of high-margin services including...
Cash Flow: $115,227
$5,250,000
Visalia, CA
Vacaville, CA
Rare opportunity to acquire a four-unit established franchise portfolio of Carl’s Jr.® restaurants located across high-growth Northern California markets. This offering includes strong regional...
Cash Flow: $304,130
San Bernardino County, CA
Established multi-channel eCommerce marketplace business with long-standing account history across major online platforms, including eBay, Walmart Marketplace, Amazon, and Wayfair. The business offers...
George Massalas
BIZ Builder.Com
Serving Ventura County, CA
George has an extensive career that spans over 50 years Owning, Operating and Selling Businesses of all kinds throughout the United States. Instead of investing in popular Stocks and Bonds, George forged a successful career investing in California Business Opportunities ~ and is widely recognized as a Leading Authority on Creating Jumbo-CAP Investments, securing Business Acquisitions and formulating Exit Strategies for Small to Medium-Sized Businesses. In 1980, George was among a handful of young, energetic entrepreneurs who invested heavily in a new Direct Mail Advertising Franchise [Money Mailer] ~ and was largely responsible for inventing the company’s Regional Franchise System. George’s early efforts helped catapult Money Mailer to become the #1 Direct Mail Advertising Franchise in the Nation. With Money Mailer’s dominance firmly in place, George re-prioritized his efforts by starting BIZ Builder.Com in 1995 ~ with the sole purpose of helping other young entrepreneurs achieve their financial dreams and goals. Leveraging unique Business Opportunities has always been a fundamental hallmark of George’s career ~ and continues to be a “Guiding Light” for the remarkable success BIZ Builder.Com enjoys throughout the United States today.
Roseville, CA
Car Audio/Stereo shop, established since June 2000 with sales and installation of car stereo upgrades and repairs. Online webstore specializing in Porsche automobile upgrades is included. Both can be...
Cash Flow: $100,000
Los Angeles, CA
Dresscue is a profitable rent-a-rack consignment boutique in a prime LA retail corridor. The business provides sellers with an easy way to monetize quality clothing while offering shoppers curated,...
Cash Flow: $96,347
Shasta County, CA
This well-established organic bistro represents a rare opportunity to acquire a highly regarded, mission-driven brick-and-mortar food concept. The business has built an excellent reputation for...
Cash Flow: $34,011
Shasta County, CA
Established in 1996, this well-respected commercial construction company has built a rock-solid reputation for quality, reliability, and professionalism across Northern California. With nearly three...
Cash Flow: $951,825
Yucaipa, CA
Succesful Pet Supply/Grooming business available in Yucaipa, CA. Great income. Established with great clientele. Comes with everything need to operate the business. Clean building on a busy street...
Cash Flow: $120,000
Available in California
Blue Moon Estate Sales is a top-ranked franchise that strikes all the right chords with people looking to build on their success and make a difference in others' lives.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $320,636
Tehama County, CA
This well-established canvas manufacturing business has been serving the community for decades, offering a wide range of high-quality products and services. Specializing in manufacturing custom canvas...
Cash Flow: $26,270
California
Step into the profitable world of ice cream and frozen dessert vending with this well-established, home-based operation. With just a few hours of work per week, you can generate income from...
$226,500
Solano County, CA
Chatsworth, CA
This Junk hauling/Recycling business opened November 2016 and is owned and operated by a brother and sister team. Great opportunity for buyer to come in and continue to grow the market by adding...
Cash Flow: $91,500
Riverside County, CA
Rare opportunity to acquire a fully operating, turnkey fast-casual restaurant for only $150,000, despite more than $900,000 invested in the original buildout, commercial kitchen, equipment,...
Cash Flow: $10,000
California
Project Vitrum represents an opportunity to acquire a non-union specialty contractor with consistent year-over-year revenue growth, disciplined execution, and compelling platform potential in one of...
EBITDA: $1,239,000
Vacaville, CA
Mission Foods Route for Sale | Vacaville, CA — $149,000 About the Route Mission Foods distribution route for sale- Vacaville CA - $149,000. The territory services portions of Vacaville CA and includes...
Cash Flow: $112,254
Malibu, CA
THIS IS A TURNKEY BUSINESS. SALE INCLUDES A WELL MAINTAINED, PERFECTLY RUNNING, CUSTOM BUILT 15 PASSENGER CHEVROLET 2500 PARTY BUS WITH TCP-A CERTIFICATE IN GOOD STANDING WITH CPUC. VEHICLE IS PAID...
Cash Flow: $50,000
San Francisco, CA
Established American restaurant in San Francisco offering an exceptional owner-operator opportunity. This profitable establishment has built a strong foundation since opening in 2023, generating...
San Francisco, CA
Established neighborhood grocery store in San Francisco presenting an excellent owner-operator opportunity. This profitable business has built a loyal customer base since opening in 2022 and generates...
Available Nationwide
The premiere provider of in-home care where you can provide a lasting impact for aging adults and their families. Over 300 franchise owners! Open within 90 days!
Avg. Unit Revenue: $1,686,350
Los Angeles, CA
Amazing opportunity for absentee and owner operator. With strong cash flow. Good location and perfect for first time owner. Easy to run....
Cash Flow: $150,000
Santa Clara County, CA
Currently under LOI, still accepting offers. Established, highly-rated residential plumbing service company in the heart of Silicon Valley with strong margins, loyal repeat customers, and clear room...
Cash Flow: $259,000
$230,000
Burbank, CA
Santa Monica, CA
Prime Santa Monica Indian restaurant opportunity located steps from the beach on prestigious Main Street. This established operation generates approximately $800,000 in annual revenue while benefiting...
South Lake Tahoe, CA
Toy Maniacs is South Lake Tahoe's specialty toy and hobby store, established in 1997 and operating from the same Hill Center retail location at 2180 Lake Tahoe Boulevard for nearly three decades. The...
Available in California
Own a Flexible, Home-Based Youth Sports Franchise with Multiple Revenue Streams
Avg. Unit Revenue: $323,458
Coronado, CA
Established Cash-Based Medical Practice specializing in Longevity, Functional Medicine, Hormones, Weight Loss, and Aesthetics located in the prestigious Coronado, CA market. This turnkey opportunity...
Los Angeles, CA
Rare opportunity to acquire a fully operational, turnkey restaurant in an established Los Angeles market. This offering is structured as a key money/asset purchase and provides an incoming operator...
Los Angeles, CA
Licensed since 2016 we provide plumbing and drain cleaning services for residential and commercial customers based in greater los Angeles. We have plumbers living in different areas so that we can...
Cash Flow: $265,000
Visalia, CA
If you are an able mechanic and want to be self-employed with a small capital investment and hard work you can grow this business and be your own boss. Visalia is an affordable community with lots of...
Orange County, CA
Join the world’s #1 STEM education franchise and lead two established, high-potential centers teaching the next generation critical skills in coding, problem-solving, and creativity. Code Ninjas...
Claudia Castro
Iconic Business Technologies, Inc.
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
Iconic is a technology-driven M&A advisory platform that helps business owners sell or merge their companies with confidence and efficiency. With over 70 years of combined team experience, more than 200 transactions completed, and over $2 billion in closed deal volume, Iconic focuses on the lower middle market, typically working with companies generating up to $100 million in revenue. Headquartered in Los Angeles, California, Iconic blends AI-powered buyer sourcing, a proprietary deal-management platform called Iconic Rail, and experienced advisory teams to streamline the sell-side process. Positioned between traditional investment banks and small business brokers, Iconic offers a data-backed, high-touch experience that connects quality sellers with well-matched strategic and financial buyers, delivering faster timelines and stronger outcomes through a modernized M&A process.
Fountain Valley, CA
Turnkey Mediterranean Restaurant - OC Mediterranean Restaurant – Location, Location, Location! Established in 2021, this thriving Mediterranean restaurant presents an exceptional opportunity in the...
Orange County, CA
Established in 2003, this independent mail and shipping center has served its local community for more than 20 years. The business offers an established operation with multiple revenue streams and...
Cash Flow: $50,000
$1,200,000
Van Nuys, CA
San Diego County, CA
Established Edible Arrangements franchise serving a large San Diego County delivery territory. This fully operating business offers fresh fruit arrangements, chocolate-dipped fruit, dessert boards,...
Cash Flow: $50,682
Los Angeles, CA
Profitable Indoor Playground & Birthday Party Business for Sale Well-established indoor playground and birthday party venue, successfully operating since 2017 in a busy North Hollywood location. The...
Available Nationwide
Ranked as a top Lawn Care franchise by 2026 Entrepreneur Franchise 500®. $684 annual gross residential sales per customer!*
Los Angeles County, CA
The Company is an established beauty school serving the Southern California market. Through long-standing regulatory approvals, accreditation, and federal student-aid eligibility, the Company delivers...
Cash Flow: $683,346
Fresno, CA
Rare opportunity to acquire a Room & Board property located in Fresno, California. The residence features approximately 1,900 square feet of living space with 6 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms, designed...
North Hollywood, CA
This established pizza restaurant represents a compelling acquisition opportunity in North Hollywood's competitive food service market. The operation has maintained continuous business activity for...
Cash Flow: $150,000
Riverside County, CA
50+ years established Print, Promotional Products & Mailing Business for Sale. Own a Trusted Local Brand with Multiple Revenue Streams Step into ownership of this Print & Mailing shop, a...
Cash Flow: $104,000
Big Bear Lake, CA
Mystic Moto is a 5-star rated experiential retail business located in the heart of Big Bear Lake, one of Southern California’s most popular year-round tourist destinations. The business centers around...
Cash Flow: $77,000
Fontana, CA
Turnkey opportunity! Selling a fully built and operational 5-room escape room, with each room uniquely themed and designed by the owners. Everything in the building stays — all props, puzzles, décor,...
Cash Flow: $50,000
San Leandro, CA
Own a business brokerage and consulting business in San Leandro under the world's leading business brokerage brand — with over 250 offices in 18 countries and more than 40 years of industry expertise....
Thousand Oaks, CA
Own a business brokerage and consulting business in Thousand Oaks under the world's leading business brokerage brand — with over 250 offices in 18 countries and more than 40 years of industry...
Los Angeles County, CA
Own a business brokerage and consulting business in Los Angeles under the world's leading business brokerage brand — with over 250 offices in 18 countries and more than 40 years of industry expertise....
Available in California
Steri-Clean is a leader in Hoarding and Biohazard Remediation Services, with offerings ranging from crime scene cleanup to hoarding remediation, infection control, and more.
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.