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...
Businesses For Sale in California
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Legacy - Performance Sport Boutique, Customer Lounge & More
6
Cash Flow: $189,900
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...
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...
6
Cash Flow: $3,000
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...
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...
Cash Flow: $530,893
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...
6
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...
6
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...
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...
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...
Hello Sugar
Franchise
Available in California
Hello Sugar dominates the Hair Removal category by offering the trifecta: wax, sugar, & laser hair removal! Our innovative approach to technology and franchisor services reduces franchisee workload and oversight requirements allowing you to scale without the need to work long nights in the business.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $240,560
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...
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...
Cash Flow: $469,482
Turnkey Farmers Insurance Agency | $200K+ Cash Flow | Immediate Income
$348,000
Walnut Creek, CA
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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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...
6
Jock Purtle
Business Exits Inc.
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
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Scott's Window Cleaning
Sonoma, CA
Scott's Window Cleaning - Established Window Cleaning Business in Sonoma, CA This well-established window cleaning business has been serving the Sonoma County community since 1979, offering a proven...
Distinguished Glass Company
Santa Clara County, CA
For over two decades, this Glass Company has provided premium residential and commercial glass services throughout the South Bay. Locally owned and operated in Santa Clara, CA, they specialize in...
Cash Flow: $204,000
$3.89M Revenue Security Company Turnkey Operation + Payroll Working
Los Angeles, CA
Rare opportunity to acquire an established, fully operational security services company generating approximately **$3,890,649.88 in annual revenue**. The business has an experienced workforce,...
SBA Approved! Mail Center with Growth Potential in NorCal - SC2253
California
SBA Approved! Mail Center with Growth Potential in NorCal - SC2253 This Northern California mail center is a California Limited Liability Company and has been in operation for the last 35 years and...
Cash Flow: $175,000
Premium Korean Grocery Mart - Exclusive Supply & Free Licensing
Los Angeles County, CA
Step into the booming Korean food and goods trend with this newly opened, turnkey Korean grocery mart. The store offers a curated selection of premium licensed products, foods, specialty ingredients,...
MilliCare
Franchise
Available in California
Looking for a business-to-business, recurring-revenue franchise with a strong brand name? MilliCare is a premium, international franchise specializing in maintaining and restoring commercial flooring and textiles. This B2B, recurring-revenue franchise is the premier, full-service commercial flooring and textile service provider with a 95% customer retention rate - proudly serving Class A commercial office buildings, retail centers, financial institutions, apartment complexes, hospitals, law offices, hotels, airports and more.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $542,762
Highly Profitable Silicon Valley Mail & Shipping Center – SC2248
California
Established Mail & Shipping Center in Silicon Valley – SC2248 Financial Information Asking Price: $174,900 Cash Flow: $20,000 Gross Revenue: $200,000 Down Payment: $174,900 Adjusted EBITDA: On request...
2
Cash Flow: $20,000
Turnkey 60-Year Dry Cleaner in San Mateo County — Seller Financing
San Mateo County, CA
Seller Financing is Available Net $80,000/ year for dry cleaning plant This is a rare opportunity to own a well-established 60 years dry cleaning business in a highly desirable area of San Mateo...
Multi-Provider Primary Care & Sleep Medicine Practice in Southern CA
San Bernardino, CA
Franchise Tax Preparation with Accounting Services
Temecula, CA
Turnkey Tax Franchise in Temecula – Proven Profitability Opportunity Overview: Take ownership of a thriving, highly profitable tax preparation franchise located in the heart of Temecula, CA. With a...
Cash Flow: $70,000
Unbranded Gas Station with Land + 2BR House + Beer/wine License
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Stockton, CA
Price Dropped....Price Dropped....Price Dropped..... Excellent Location - Unbranded Gas Station + Beer/Wine License + 2 Bedroom House Unbranded Gas Station with Land + 2BR House + Beer/wine License...
🌿Established Humboldt Wedding & Floral Business For Sale- 10+ Years!
Bayside, CA
Established, profitable wedding and event floral business serving Humboldt County, California for more than 10 years. This is a turnkey opportunity for a creative entrepreneur to step into an...
6
Cash Flow: $33,503
30-Year Specialty Toy & Gift Retailer | Untapped Growth Potential
Pismo Beach, CA
Rare opportunity to acquire The Sky’s the Limit, an established specialty toy, kite, flag, garden décor and gift retailer with approximately 30 years of history on California’s Central Coast. This is...
Auto Repair | Great Owner-Operator Opportunity with Growth Potential!
Norco, CA
ESTABLISHED NORCO AUTO REPAIR SHOP – PRIME CORNER LOCATION | HUGE GROWTH POTENTIAL Excellent opportunity to acquire Norco Lube & Tune, an established automotive repair facility strategically...
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Gilroy, CA- Auto Repair facility
Santa Clara County, CA
Simple, repeatable operations that generate robust cash flow, boasting an impressive 70%+ repeat customer rate. Situated in a prime retail-dense trade area, this franchise is strategically positioned...
EBITDA: $40,000
Artificial Turf Warehouse and Installation Company for sale
San Diego County, CA
Established Artificial Turf Warehouse and Installation Company - San Diego County This profitable artificial turf business combines wholesale distribution with professional installation services,...
3
Cash Flow: $265,000
CEO Life Corporation
Franchise
Available Nationwide
Opportunity for a high margin, recurring revenue, no rent, no working capital, little employees, can be hands on or hands off, over simplistic business, with lots of room for error and hiccups - backed by a growing national team of top entrepreneurs that have already grown 8+ figure businesses, working on a common global mission.
Butte County CA - Award Winning Carpet Cleaning Franchise for Sale
Chico, CA
Established Heaven's Best Carpet Cleaning franchise serving Butte County and surrounding areas including Chico, Bangor, Biggs, and Butte Creek Canyon. This award-winning franchise has demonstrated...
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TurnKey Pet Grooming
San Bernardino County, CA
Turnkey Pet Grooming & Boutique Franchise – San Bernardino County, CA Excellent opportunity to acquire a recently established, fully built-out pet grooming and specialty retail business located in a...
Rolling ATM Machine, Retire Early!
$185,000
Elk Grove, CA
Turnkey 7,000 SF Sonoma Restaurant | $2.3M–$3M+ Historical Sales
Sonoma County, CA
Rare opportunity to take over a fully equipped, approximately **7,000 SF freestanding restaurant in Sonoma Wine Country**. According to the owner, prior restaurant operations at this location...
Turnkey Orange County Endocrinology Practice — Owner-Light, Retiring
Orange County, CA
A rare opportunity to acquire an established, profitable endocrinology practice in Orange County, California, operating continuously from the same location since 2009. The defining feature for a buyer...
Cash Flow: $448,798
Noble Locksmith
Franchise
Available Nationwide
Noble Locksmith is a full-service business specializing in car key replacement in addition to offering residential and commercial locksmith services.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $181,318
13-Bed Joint Commission Certified Residential Alcohol & Drug Rehab
Los Angeles County, CA
This fully licensed and Joint Commission accredited residential substance use disorder treatment facility represents a strategic acquisition opportunity in California's established behavioral...
Established Seafood Restaurant – Turnkey Opportunity in San Bernardino
San Bernardino, CA
Established turnkey seafood and Mexican restaurant opportunity in San Bernardino. This fully equipped approximately 1,150 sq. ft. restaurant is currently operating and includes a commercial kitchen,...
6
Cash Flow: $50,000
New Barber Shop
Oakland, CA
Established Barber Shop - Prime Oakland Location This turnkey barber shop presents an exceptional opportunity for an owner-operator to step into a fully equipped, modern facility and immediately begin...
6
Cash Flow: $69,000
Ventura Blvd Day Care for Sale
Los Angeles, CA
Montessori Business for sale in Prime Location! Investment highlights Ventura blvd- Woodland hills Business + All Inventory. Licensed for 40 children 150k spent on building/ play yard and all...
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Pizza Twist Franchise | $600K Sales | Low Rent | Seller Financing
Contra Costa County, CA
Opportunity to acquire an established Pizza Twist franchise in Contra Costa County. According to the seller, the business is located in a prime location within a busy shopping center with ample...
Greg Offsay
illi Commercial Real Estate
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
illi Commercial is a full service commercial real estate firm located in Southern California, specializing in landlord and tenant representation, investment sales, property management, and consulting services. We’re a different kind of real estate company – serving clients and communities through collaboration, experience, and innovation. In 2007 we set out to build a different kind of real estate company. We fostered a culture of collaboration amongst ourselves and the people that we serve. We are focusing on attracting and unleashing the most talented professionals in the industry. We have developed a fun and fulfilling team environment that embodies collaboration and provides a positive impact within the lives of our associates and within the communities that we serve. The dedication of our team and our culture is unmatched in the industry and allows us to deliver the utmost value and benefits to our clients. No matter what your requirements, be it expanding your current space, moving to a new building, investment strategy, relocating your corporate headquarters or growing into new markets, illi Commercial can help you make decisions in your company’s best interest – saving you time, minimizing costs and maximizing value. Our team will ensure that your properties receive maximum exposure through aggressive marketing techniques, results-oriented philosophy, and a commitment to providing each listing with the tools required to fill vacant space or sell a building.
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Turnkey Filipino Market for Sale – Ready Income + Growth Potential
Rohnert Park, CA
Kabayan Filipino Market presents a unique turnkey opportunity as the first Filipino grocery store in Sonoma County, established in 2022. This profitable, home-based business serves a dedicated...
Kawaii klaws
Santa Clarita, CA
PRICED TO SELL…… Get it while it’s fast approaching the summer months. This location does well over 200 thousand in the summer months This is one of our largest and highest grossing Kawaiiklaws. New...
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For Sale | Bubble Zone Car Wash
$5,250,000
Visalia, CA
Turnkey Liquor Store for Sale – Woodland, CA | ABC License Included |
Yolo County, CA
Established Convenience & Grocery Store with Type 21 Liquor License — Yolo County, CA Rare opportunity to acquire a turnkey convenience and grocery store operation in Yolo County, California, complete...
Turnkey Wellness Studio with Recurring Revenue!
Berkeley, CA
Opened in 2023 and already hitting its stride, this studio is past the startup phase and running with steady momentum! The business offers premium infrared sauna sessions focused on recovery,...
2
Cash Flow: $122,305
Zoomin Groomin
Franchise
Available in California
Sniffing around for a great new opportunity? Zoomin Groomin is expanding our mobile grooming business nationwide. Set your own schedule, be your own boss and work with pets all day. We'll be right by your side, every step of the way. Woof!
Avg. Unit Revenue: $186,770
Beautiful Nails Salon – Excellent Investment Opportunity
Glendale, CA
Beautiful Nails Salon – Excellent Investment Opportunity This established nail salon presents an exceptional opportunity for investors seeking entry into the thriving beauty industry. Located in the...
Design/Build Mechanical & Plumbing Contractor – Established 35 Years
California
Long-established commercial mechanical and plumbing contractor serving industrial, healthcare, and government projects throughout Southern California. The company specializes in plumbing, piping, wet...
EBITDA: $1,448,886
Established Residential Remodeling Company – 30+ Years of Success
California
For over 30 years, this well-established residential remodeling company has earned a reputation as the premier kitchen and bathroom remodeling contractor in California’s Central Valley. Known for...
Feed Store & Farm Equipment Rental Business
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Mariposa County, CA
Established and profitable farm equipment rental and feed business serving a loyal agricultural and rural customer base. This diversified operation generates consistent revenue through equipment...
Pine Cove Marina!
Lewiston, CA
This Marina sits on the beautiful Lewiston Lake. Lewiston Lake is a fishing lake that attracts the serious fly fisherman to families looking for summer fun. With a max speed of 10 miles per hour, this...
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Established BBQ Restaurant and Catering Business for Sale
Truckee, CA
BBQ Restaurant and full service catering business established 19years. Location in beautiful Truckee Ca. a mountain town known for skiing, hiking, biking, golf, fishing, Donner Lake, 14mi from Lake...
6
Cash Flow: $200,000
Farmers Insurance Agency
Westlake Village, CA
Established Farmers Insurance Agency for Sale in Thousand Oaks! As a Farmers Insurance Agency Owner, you will join a group of business owners representing a strong and respected brand. Opportunity to...
Established Brewery Tour & Limo Bus Company
San Diego, CA
Business of over 19 years is ready for motivated new owner who is excited to work and market for growth. Current owners have moved to different careers, and have not pursued growth opportunities for...
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Restaurant in Fremont
Fremont, CA
!!! Reduced Price !!! Established Indian Restaurant in Fremont, California This well-established Indian restaurant presents an excellent opportunity for entrepreneurs seeking to enter the thriving...
Church's Texas Chicken
Franchise
Available in California
QSR Multi-Unit Franchise Opportunity
Avg. Unit Revenue: $1,115,007
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
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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:
- Fresno Metro Area
- Greater Los Angeles Area
- Modesto-Merced Area
- Sacramento Area
- San Francisco Bay Area
- Visalia-Hanford Area
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.
- Food and Restaurants (approx. 1740)
- Retail (approx. 730)
- Service Businesses (approx. 570)
- Health Care and Fitness (approx. 440)
- Automotive and Boat (approx. 350)
- Manufacturing to Beauty and Personal Care, among others.
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.
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