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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

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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

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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

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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

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

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

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

Mac Tools
Franchise

Available Nationwide

Starting your own business. The American dream. The opportunities are endless. And with Mac Tools – you’ll have a built-in support network to help make your dream a reality. With a Mac Tools franchise, we provide everything you need to get on the right path.

$20,000

$20,000

Avg. Unit Revenue: $520,010

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

49 Beds Senior Board & Care with R.E.-Prime Northern California City

$13,000,000 - El Dorado Hills, CA

$13,000,000

El Dorado Hills, CA

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

Edward Business Broker

BusinessQuest Brokers, Inc.

Serving Los Angeles County, CA

Since 2006 BusinessQuest has specialized in representing sellers of privately-held, small and medium sized businesses with annual sales ranging from $500,000 up to $20 million. BusinessQuest is a full service business appraisal and business brokerage firm. Over the years we have sold over 200 businesses and valued another 400 plus businesses in the manufacturing, wholesale/distribution, business services, personal services, retail, food service, healthcare, transportation & logistics industries and many others. We have two offices located in Los Angeles County and the Inland Empire to serve all of Southern California. Our staff consist of three (3) Certified Business Brokers, two (2) other experienced business brokers, one Certified Business Appraiser and one Certified Valuation Analyst. In addition to our business brokerage and M&A advisory expertise, we specialize in preparing business valuations and certified business appraisals ranging from less costly opinion of value reports to comprehensive certified appraisals meeting the professional standards of the National Association of Certified Valuators & Analysts (NACVA).

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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

Altitude Trampoline Park
Franchise

Available in California

Altitude Trampoline Park is the premier family entertainment destination, bringing active family fun to the global communities it serves. As one of the world's largest family entertainment franchises, the brand has grown to more than 85 locations open or in development across 29 states and four countries.

$400,000

$400,000

Avg. Unit Revenue: $2,045,001

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

Make it Cheers with Grace

$149,000 - Gardena, CA

$149,000

Gardena, CA

Yoshie Brocious

General Realty Group Inc.

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

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

Senior Care Authority
Franchise

Available in California

The #1 award winning senior care franchise that offers a low cost of entry with multiple revenue streams. Our national network of franchise professionals provide guidance for families and their loved ones including locating the best long-term living options and eldercare consulting services.

$50,000

$50,000

Avg. Unit Revenue: $192,890

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

Turnkey Nekter Juice Bar

$249,000 - Yorba Linda, CA

$249,000

Yorba Linda, CA

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

First Choice Business Brokers
Franchise

Available in California

First Choice Business Brokers are a team of passionate professionals that assist buyers and sellers of small to medium-sized businesses with their buying/selling transactions. With over 25 years of industry-leading experience, new franchise owners are expertly trained in a proven business model. This unique opportunity offers multiple streams of revenue by helping business owners.

$75,000

$75,000

Avg. Unit Revenue: $315,395

Established Bilingual Spanish Agency for Sale in Riverside County, CA

Riverside County, CA

Established Farmers Insurance agency presents an exceptional opportunity for immediate ownership transition. Located in Riverside, CA, this bilingual Spanish agency serves the diverse Riverside,...

$250,000

$250,000

Established French Bakery/7 day-cafe

Los Angeles, CA

$944,000 - 2025 Gross Sales $375,000 - 2025 Seller's Discretionary Earnings Represents 40% profit margin Other years available for a qualified buyer after signing a Confidentiality agreement and...

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$825,000

$825,000

Cash Flow: $375,000

Profitable Boba Café & Restaurant-Ready Space | South Placer

Placer County, CA

Profitable Boba Café & Second-Gen Restaurant-Ready Space | South Placer County | Absentee-Run | Step In or Start Fresh The Opportunity This is more than a boba café — it's a built-out,...

$49,000

$49,000

Cash Flow: $40,323

LA North Insulation & Fire-Hardening Franchise — $1.34M Rev

Los Angeles County, CA

Business Description: Established, veteran-founded specialty contracting business operating in the Greater Los Angeles market, providing insulation, duct cleaning/indoor-air-quality, and...

$350,000

$350,000

Legacy - Performance Sport Boutique, Customer Lounge & More

La Jolla, CA

For five decades, this premier sports boutique has been more than just a retail store—it's been the heartbeat of La Jolla's active lifestyle community. What began as one entrepreneur's vision to serve...

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$599,000

$599,000

Cash Flow: $189,900

Gregory DiCristina

Chase Group Business Brokers, Inc

Serving Riverside County, CA

Started in 2004 and focused exclusively on business sales since 2006 Chase Group Business Brokers, Inc. has offices in two Southern California counties to best serve business owner and buyer needs from San Diego to Los Angeles and in between.

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Hospitality Design & Procurement w/Burgeoning Client Base & Activity

Huntington Beach, CA

This well-established commercial hospitality design and front of house procurement company is one of California’s incumbent market leaders. The design firm, which specializes in interior design, food...

$3,000,000

$3,000,000

Cash Flow: $995,655

Profitable Mayweather Boxing & Fitness Gym *Top Tier

Oceanside, CA

A Rare Opportunity to Acquire a Top-Tier, Fully Built-Out Fitness Brand at a Fraction of Its Replacement Cost After a strategic $845,000 investment in a state-of-the-art build-out, this premier...

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$75,000

$75,000

Cash Flow: $3,000

Profitable Turnkey B2B Sign & Graphics Franchise Opportunity – Priced

$100,000 - San Jose, CA

$100,000

San Jose, CA

Established Multifamily Flooring Contractor - Southern California

Orange County, CA

For sale is a well-established flooring supply and installation company serving multifamily apartment communities throughout Southern California. With over four decades in business, the company has...

$3,500,000

$3,500,000

Cash Flow: $1,079,302

Profitable Award Winning Jewelry Store - SBA Eligible

SBA LOAN ELIGIBLE

Orange County, CA

Acquire a highly profitable, long-established luxury jewelry boutique in one of Orange County’s most affluent coastal communities. For 18 years under current ownership, this business has built an...

$1,200,000

$1,200,000

Cash Flow: $530,893

SBA LOAN ELIGIBLE

Kid to Kid
Franchise

Available Nationwide

Step into the $43 billion resale industry with Kid to Kid, a franchise that transforms high-quality, gently used kids' items into a profitable, purpose-driven business. Backed by 30+ years of innovation, unparalleled support, and a thriving community of 120+ stores, Kid to Kid offers the perfect opportunity to make a meaningful impact while building your own success story.

$100,000

$100,000

Avg. Unit Revenue: $1,017,375

Famous Chinese Dumpling Brand for Sale

Alhambra, CA

20 years famous Chinese dumpling brand restaurant for sale. Every months very profitable amount but seller is old couple and need to retired. They do have over 10 franchise restaurants. And this...

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$600,000

$600,000

Cash Flow: $170,000

Stand alone building with patio have parking lots

Long Beach, CA

Established Thai Restaurant - Prime Long Beach Location This thriving Thai restaurant presents an exceptional opportunity for an experienced restaurateur or investor seeking a turnkey operation in...

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$165,000

$165,000

Profitable Non-Union Electrical Company For Close to 30 Years!

San Jose, CA

SBA- Pre-Approved with 10% down Minimum. This established electrical contracting company has operated successfully in the San Jose Bay Area for nearly three decades, building a distinguished...

$4,000,000

$4,000,000

EBITDA: $1,200,000

"Live Long and Well in a Bit of Paradise!

Nevada County, CA

Established for 36 years with a dream , heath conscious ( Affluent) clientele of active, sports minded adults and children. A perfect fit for a doctor interested in sports medicine and manual...

$104,277

$104,277

Cash Flow: $78,000

Gas Station & Liquor Store Including Lotto

Concord, CA

Imagine yourself running this thriving gas station and liquor store combo in a prime Concord location! You'll love the diverse revenue streams that keep cash flowing year-round - from fuel sales and...

$395,000

$395,000

Northern California Massage Center - SC2288

California

This Massage Center is a Northern California Limited Liability Company and has been in operation for the past 10 years under the current ownership. This massage business has two locations, and they...

$75,000

$75,000

Luxury Medical Spa in LA County with 5 Treatment Rooms

Los Angeles County, CA

Located in the heart of Ventura Boulevard, this medical spa offers advanced, results-driven aesthetic treatments in a luxurious and welcoming setting with plentiful parking. It combines the latest...

$1,500,000

$1,500,000

Cash Flow: $469,482

Jake's Palm Spring | Established Uptown Restaurant Business

Palm Springs, CA

BUSINESS SALE. A cornerstone of hospitality in Palm Springs, Jake's figures prominently in the restaurant landscape of Palm Springs, located in a highly desirable part of Palm Canyon Drive in a...

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$975,000

$975,000

Perspire Sauna Studio

Ladera Ranch, CA

This is a rare opportunity to acquire a brand new Perspire Sauna Studio that recently opened in January 2025 in the rapidly expanding South Orange County market. As the only Orange County location...

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$450,000

$450,000

Wonderly
Franchise

Available Nationwide

Wonderly Lights presents a unique franchise opportunity tailored to your entrepreneurial preferences, allowing you to run a seasonal addition to your business portfolio or a stand-alone, year-round, full-service outdoor lighting business. Our seasonal holiday lighting services provide an especially attractive opportunity for those balancing their time with another seasonal venture.

$50,000

$50,000

Avg. Unit Revenue: $105,349

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.