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Mission Foods Route for Sale | Vacaville, CA — $149,000

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...

$149,000

$149,000

Cash Flow: $112,254

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Turnkey limo / tour company

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...

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$35,000

$35,000

Cash Flow: $50,000

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Great Business for Owner Operator

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...

$150,000

$150,000

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Great Business Opportunity for Owner Operator

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...

$140,000

$140,000

Baja Fresh for sale

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....

$99,000

$99,000

Cash Flow: $150,000

Under LOI! Profitable, Residential Plumbing Company, SBA Prequalified

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...

$697,000

$697,000

Cash Flow: $259,000

Prime Santa Monica Restaurant, Steps from the Beach w/ Beer and Wine

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...

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$315,000

$315,000

Toy Maniacs | South Lake Tahoe, CA

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...

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$550,000

$550,000

Cash-Based Medical Office and Med-Spa

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...

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$600,000

$600,000

Turnkey Restaurant – Key Money 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...

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$425,000

$425,000

Frenchies
Franchise

Available in California

Own a Frenchies Modern Nail Care: Clean, Non-Toxic, Tech-Driven Nail Franchise in the Thriving $29B Beauty Industry!

$150,000

$150,000

Avg. Unit Revenue: $605,313

Lucrative plumbing business for sale

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...

$1,000,000

$1,000,000

Cash Flow: $265,000

Low Competition Established Business!

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...

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$75,000

$75,000

Turnkey Sports Bar & Restaurant with Live Entertainment in Prime Loc.

$105,000 - Los Angeles County, CA

$105,000

Los Angeles County, CA

Martin Navarro

First Choice Business Brokers Los Angeles

Two Premier Code Ninjas Centers in South Orange County

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...

$300,000

$300,000

Turnkey Mediterranean Restaurant

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...

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$329,000

$329,000

Scott Weavil

Sierra Pacific Partners

Serving Sacramento County, CA

Sierra Pacific Partners is a boutique M&A advisory firm and business brokerage focused on serving businesses throughout California and across the country. We advise dynamic companies and their owners at key inflection points.

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Established 20+ Year Independent Mail & Shipping Center

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...

$170,000

$170,000

Cash Flow: $50,000

Established Edible Arrangements Franchise – Coastal San Diego

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,...

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$199,000

$199,000

Cash Flow: $50,682

Profitable Indoor Playground & Birthday Party Business for Sale

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...

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$50,000

$50,000

Profitable Accredited Beauty School with Strong Growth Potential

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...

$2,600,000

$2,600,000

Cash Flow: $683,346

Room and Board

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...

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$100,000

$100,000

FACE FOUNDRIÉ
Franchise

Available in California

FACE FOUNDRIÉ is an efficient and effective focused facial bar that provides affordable, approachable and accessible skincare in a modern and inclusive space. The brand launched franchising in 2021 and since then has opened 60+ locations nationwide and is on track to open 150 locations by 2027. The model includes cost effective build-outs, multiple revenue streams, and the ability to scale and grow.

$250,000

$250,000

Avg. Unit Revenue: $791,091

Highly Profitable Pizza Restaurant for Sale

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...

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$350,000

$350,000

Cash Flow: $150,000

50+ Years old Print, Promotional Products & Mailing Business for Sale

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...

$265,000

$265,000

Cash Flow: $104,000

Profitable Warehouse & Freight Logistics Platform – Southern CA

$2,500,000 - Riverside County, CA

$2,500,000

Riverside County, CA

Turnkey Candle Bar + Retail Experience | High-Traffic Tourist Area

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...

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$200,000

$200,000

Cash Flow: $77,000

Escape Room For Sale

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,...

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$150,000

$150,000

Cash Flow: $50,000

High-Income Business Brokerage

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....

$98,000

$98,000

Business Brokerage & Consulting Business

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...

$98,000

$98,000

Premier Business Brokerage Opportunity

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....

$98,000

$98,000

Beautiful & Elegant Bakery-Coffee-Matcha Shop

Garden Grove, CA

Beautiful & Elegant Bakery-Coffee-Matcha Shop - Located at the Heart of Garden Grove City Established bakery and beverage shop specializing in authentic Japanese matcha, specialty teas, coffee, boba...

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$129,000

$129,000

***In Contract***High Performing Mid-Peninsula Laundromat

San Mateo County, CA

Established laundromat for sale on a high-traffic street in a densely populated, laundromat-friendly trade area (large households, lower incomes, strong Latino demographic). Features a mix of new and...

$1,249,000

$1,249,000

Cash Flow: $207,792

Juice It Up!
Franchise

Available in California

Join a proven 30+ year brand with a strong franchise foundation, delivering $852K AUV among the top 25% and achieving 50% growth from 2019 to 2024. Capitalize on low startup costs, efficient operations, and a compact footprint designed for high performance and profitability.

$150,000

$150,000

Avg. Unit Revenue: $569,718

La Jolla Pool Service Route for Sale

San Diego County, CA

Amazing starter route opportunity in the San Diego area! Excellent areas with exponential room for growth. Successful, long term business owner will be a great asset to a buyer. Many seasoned, loyal,...

$58,200

$58,200

Cash Flow: $63,500

High income Vietnamese restaurant by busy intersection by Senter!

San Jose, CA

Established Vietnamese restaurant generating exceptional returns in prime San Jose location. This profitable dining establishment has built a strong reputation since opening in 2019, strategically...

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$160,000

$160,000

Cash Flow: $500,000

Restaurant Business for Sale – Prime San Francisco Location

$65,000 - San Francisco, CA

$65,000

San Francisco, CA

zining chen

Grand Realty Group

Established Kids’ AI, Robotics & Coding School — Business for Sale

Alameda County, CA

Established Code Ninjas Franchise in Alameda County An exceptional opportunity to acquire an established Code Ninjas franchise serving two highly desirable East Bay communities known for excellent...

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$89,000

$89,000

Cash Flow: $79,720

$1M Revenue Auto Repair Franchise | $300K Net | 6 Bays | SF Valley

Los Angeles County, CA

This is a rare opportunity to acquire a highly profitable, franchise-affiliated brake and automotive repair shop located in the desirable San Fernando Valley area of Los Angeles. The business...

$1,200,000

$1,200,000

Cash Flow: $300,000

Lemon Tree Hair Salons
Franchise

Available Nationwide

With over 40 years of experience we have worked to perfect our business model! We now have some of the most robust numbers in the hair care industry!

$100,000

$100,000

Avg. Unit Revenue: $357,825

Established High Performing Auto Shop - $350k NOI last 3 years

Los Angeles County, CA

Established in 2005, this trusted automotive repair shop has been a cornerstone in the community for nearly 20 years. Known for complete, top-quality repair services on all makes and models, the...

$635,000

$635,000

Cash Flow: $370,569

Established Carpentry & Woodworking Business – Since 1988

Los Angeles, CA

Established Carpentry & Woodworking Business – Since 1988 – Loyal Client Base – Turnkey Operation After 38 successful years in operation, this well-established carpentry and custom woodworking...

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$165,000

$165,000

Cash Flow: $85,000

East Bay Landscaping Business, Nearly 30 Years, Recurring Revenue, C27

SBA LOAN ELIGIBLE

Alameda County, CA

Turnkey landscaping company with a 30-year reputation, predictable recurring revenue, and more demand than it can currently handle. This is a rare chance to acquire a premium residential landscaping...

$700,000

$700,000

Cash Flow: $220,000

SBA LOAN ELIGIBLE

Established Vintage Home Decor Boutique with Strong Profits

California

Established Antique & Vintage Home Decor Boutique - SC2230 Financial Information Asking Price: $125,000 Cash Flow: On request Gross Revenue: $150,000 Down Payment: $125,000 Adjusted EBITDA: On request...

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$125,000

$125,000

Medicare-Certified Hospice Agency – Los Angeles County

Burbank, CA

Established Medicare-certified hospice agency available for acquisition in Burbank, Los Angeles County. The agency was originally licensed in 2021 and became Medicare-certified in 2022. It has...

$600,000

$600,000

Joe Saad

Joe Saad Buiness Broker

Serving San Diego County, CA

In business since 1987 serving San Diego County: specializing in small to medium size businesses.

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Established B2B Advisory and Professional Services Firm for Sale

Los Angeles, CA

The Company is a U.S.-based B2B professional services business providing analytical, strategic, and financial advisory support to corporate and institutional clients. Assignments can include financial...

Not Disclosed

Not Disclosed

Cash Flow: $3,000,000

Branded Irvine Fusion Breakfast & Brunch Available

Irvine, CA

A RARE IRVINE RESTAURANT OPPORTUNITY And, exclusively listed by, Simon Group Real Estate, DRE: 01905922 For an Enterprising Chef, Restaurateur, or Ownership Team: Step into a fully equipped,...

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$500,000

$500,000

Retail + Events+ Farm & Premium Lifestyle Brand — Real Estate Include

$8,500,000 - Santa Barbara County, CA

$8,500,000

Santa Barbara County, CA

Profitable, Turnkey Home Services Franchise – Industry Leader

Santa Monica, CA

A rare opportunity to acquire a well-established CertaPro Painters® franchise serving Santa Monica, California. The current owner is retiring after building a highly successful business with an...

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$449,000

$449,000

Cash Flow: $227,565

Tiramisu Italian Restaurant

Palm Desert, CA

An exceptional opportunity to acquire a charming and well-regarded Italian restaurant in Palm Desert, CA. Trattoria Tiramisu offers an authentic Italian dining experience that combines excellent...

$375,000

$375,000

Cash Flow: $100,920

IMAGE Studios
Franchise

Available in California

Own a recurring revenue business leasing private studio suites to beauty and wellness professionals.

$750,000

$750,000

Avg. Unit Revenue: $445,097

Award-Winning 38- 48 Bed Memory Care Facility with Expansion Potential

Sanger, CA

Investment Opportunity: Award-Winning 38–48 Bed Memory Care Facility (Fresno County, CA) We are pleased to present the exclusive opportunity to acquire a premier, award-winning Memory Care /...

$7,000,000

$7,000,000

Semi-Absentee Donut Franchise – $75K SDE, Manager in Place

Orange County, CA

Established National Donut Franchise — Coastal Orange County Beach Community, CA (Semi-Absentee) Established single location of a nationally recognized, made-to-order specialty donut brand, located in...

$175,000

$175,000

Cash Flow: $64,220

Freestanding, profitable Fast Food at Signalized Corner in Fullerton

Fullerton, CA

Quick Serve Restaurant on a hard signalized corner at a very busy intersection. Large dining room, full kitchen. Mostly help run, the owner does not spend a lot of time there. Good cook line, back...

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$150,000

$150,000

Cash Flow: $98,000

Own a Fast-Growing Chocolate Bash Franchise

Sacramento, CA

Established Chocolate Bash dessert franchise in Sacramento with a modern 1,172 sq. ft. build-out, trained staff, and a long-term lease through March 2032. This fully operational business allows a new...

$290,000

$290,000

Cash Flow: $119,899

Established FASTSIGNS Franchise - Projected $149,000 Cash Flow in 2026

San Bernardino County, CA

Acquire an operating FASTSIGNS center with existing customers, trained staff, production equipment, franchise support, 230V electrical service, and improved 2026 projected results. This is an...

$280,000

$280,000

Cash Flow: $118,000

Low Low Low Price Moreno Valley Core Location Cabinet Store for Sale

Moreno Valley, CA

Picture yourself running a thriving cabinet business in one of Moreno Valley's most accessible locations. This turnkey operation sits perfectly between three major freeways - the 60, 215, and 91 -...

$19,999

$19,999

Well-established turn-key restaurant for sale.

Laguna Hills, CA

Well established Japanese restaurant for sale. Owners are selling to retire after running the business for 24 years. Lease expires in Sept but sale will be contingent on a new lease assignment to the...

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$65,000

$65,000

Full Service Casual Dining Restaurant on Main Street! - SC2261

California

Full Service Casual Dining Restaurant on Main Street! - SC2261 This Northern California Full-Service Casual Dining Restaurant is a California S Corporation and was started 2.5 years ago by the current...

$475,000

$475,000

Cash Flow: $200,000

Residential Construction Business w/ Real Estate for Sale

Los Angeles County, CA

Founded in 1976, we are a premier, family-trusted construction company with a half-century legacy of excellence. Over the last 50 years, we have built an unmatched reputation for flawless...

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$450,000

$450,000

Cash Flow: $159,615

PaintEZ
Franchise

Available Nationwide

Highly scalable franchise model with low overhead, quick startup, outstanding support, and a proven business model.

$49,999

$49,999

Avg. Unit Revenue: $619,467

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

Number of Businesses for Sale  

  ~5,500

Median Asking Price  

  $360,000

Median Reported Revenue  

  $630,000

Median Reported Earnings  

  $150,000

Profit Margin  

  23%

Earnings Multiple  

  2.5

Revenue Multiple  

  0.6

Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings.

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.