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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...

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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...

Los Angeles, CA
Wholesale Bakery- Gross annual sales: $1,800,000 >Net Profit: $685,000/Year >Employees: 14 full-time, >Serves 14 States w/over 300 stores & online orders. Key Highlights: >Established in 1990, with a...
Cash Flow: $685,000

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...

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...
Cash Flow: $200,000
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...
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...
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...
Camarillo, CA
StretchLab Ventura & Camarillo – Turnkey Multi-Unit Wellness Franchise Opportunity A rare opportunity to acquire two established, fully operational StretchLab studios in highly desirable Ventura...
Cash Flow: $98,400
Temecula, CA
Exceptional opportunity to acquire a well-established, high-volume entertainment venue and bar in the heart of Temecula. This thriving business features a coveted Type 47 Full Liquor License, allowing...
San Diego, CA
Rare opportunity to acquire a well-established metaphysical retail and healing center serving the San Diego community since 1963. Located on University Ave near North Park, this business is a...
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Average Annual Franchise Revenue: $430,998* Award-winning MaidPro is America's most loved home cleaning franchise. Trusted for over 30 years by families and businesses alike.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $430,998
Aliso Viejo, CA
Established supermarket sushi business located inside a busy supermarket in Aliso Viejo, Orange County. The business benefits from regular supermarket customer traffic and does not require operating a...
Ventura County, CA
Excellent tight one person route with room to grow. Easy to services & manage pools nicely grouped for efficiency. Clients have been groomed to pay well and on time. Successful seasoned seller will...
Cash Flow: $100,000
$1,000,000
Los Angeles County, CA
Los Angeles County, CA
Prime cities - ideal for rapid development. Rare A grade starter route. Easy to manage pools. Strong payment histories Successful seasoned seller will ensure a strong start for a buyer. Own your own...
Cash Flow: $32,000
Ventura, CA
This is an open, operating home services franchise resale that was established in Ventura County in 2009. Our franchise model is a reliable, scalable business that enables franchise owners to develop...
Cash Flow: $60,000
Umit & Business Broker - Ister & Associates Real Estate Group
Ister & Associates Real Estate Group
Serving Kern County, CA
At Ister & Associates Commercial & Business Brokerage, we offer a full range of business services, such as business valuations, business consultation, full services for business buyers and sellers, and commercial real estate sales and purchases with the highest standard of personal and professional integrity. Both buyers and sellers will have access to a business and commercial expert and specialist to get the deal done with the least amount of hassle. We serve all of Central California, where we currently have lots of commercial and business listings throughout the area. In addition, we also have a large network of qualified business buyers, which helps us to market and sell your business faster. Our clients include small and large business owners in different business sectors, such as gas stations, convenience stores, grocery stores, liquor stores, Mexican meat markets, hotels, motels, restaurants, bars, and other types of retail stores. We also help investors purchase and sell commercial properties, industrial properties, shopping centers, strip centers, multi-unit apartment complexes, etc. Each transaction is handled with complete confidentiality and integrity. Additionally, we also offer co-ops to other commercial and business brokers with most of our commercial and business listings.
Riverside, CA
Exceptional opportunity to acquire a fully built second-generation restaurant conversion in a highly visible end cap location in Riverside. Approximately 1,600 square feet featuring a modern...
Lomita, CA
This is a great opportunity to take over an absentee owned Boba Franchise in the City of Lomita California. It is newly built out as of 2024, with no expense spared. Consisting of over $180,000 in...
Cash Flow: $55,000
Sacramento, CA
Business Opportunity available. This is an open and operating business. Reimagine or take over operation of a Boba enterprise at the Promenade shopping center, located in the City of Sacramento Pocket...
Pasadena, CA
Established luxury dog daycare and boarding resort located in prime Pasadena location offering exceptional growth potential. This franchise operation has built a stellar reputation with 5-star Google...
San Diego, CA
Exceptional opportunity to acquire a well-established, award-winning hair salon with 20 years of operating history in one of San Diego's most desirable neighborhoods. This turnkey operation generates...
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Ranked as a top Home Repairs/Handyman Services franchise by 2026 Entrepreneur Franchise 500®. $1.05M average gross sales (2-unit operators) and $773K average gross sales (single-unit operators)!*
Avg. Unit Revenue: $534,322
Lodi, CA
Step into ownership of a beautifully established tea room known for its inviting atmosphere, curated tea selection, and loyal customer base. This is a rare opportunity to acquire a fully operational,...
Escondido, CA
Outstanding opportunity to acquire Jade Beauty (not the name), a specialized beauty supply store serving the San Diego and North County community. Conveniently located near the highly trafficked...
$275,000
Santa Clara County, CA
Buena Park, CA
Well-established auto body shop operating from its current location with the equipment, tools, and business assets necessary for daily operations. The business includes existing customer goodwill,...
San Mateo County, CA
This is a well-established, franchise-affiliated in-home senior care business serving four exclusive protected territories across Alameda, San Mateo (two territories), and Contra Costa Counties (two...
Livermore, CA
PROFITABLE LIVERMORE VALLEY WINERY & VINEYARD WITH REAL ESTATE This established and profitable winery operation presents a rare turnkey opportunity to acquire a successful wine business with...
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Palo Alto, CA
PIZZA RESTAURANT WITH PRIME MIDTOWN PALO ALTO REAL ESTATE This established franchise pizza restaurant represents a unique dual opportunity combining a profitable food service business with valuable...
Moreno Valley, CA
Progressive Real Estate Partners is pleased to present for sale Good Time Car Wash, a full service car wash business featuring a recent renovation. The property consists of a ±5,400 SF building...
Sacramento, CA
JOIN A BILLION DOLLAR INDUSTRY WITH UNLIMITED POTENTIAL! OWN YOUR OWN THRIVING POOL SERVICE ROUTE WITH RECURRING POSITIVE CASH FLOW. Easy part time pool service route in nice neighborhoods. This route...
Cash Flow: $30,000
Lake Forest, CA
An extraordinary opportunity to acquire the premier, entirely unique mobile escape room business operating across Southern California. Established as an incredibly lucrative, ultra-low-overhead side...
Cash Flow: $171,000
Available in California
Paul Davis has over a 97% success rate for franchises because success is part of our business model!
Avg. Unit Revenue: $4,837,325
Salinas, CA
Established Asian restaurant offering an exceptional turnkey opportunity in Prunedale, CA outside of Salinas. This fully equipped operation has been serving the community with an established customer...
San Benito County, CA
Update May 31st, Truck now has 4 Brand new 60K mile Tires Brand New Harbor Freight Predator 9500 Generator with 2 Year Full Warranty. This is a fully operational, income-generating mobile...
$200,000
Los Angeles, CA
Fallbrook, CA
Elegant café available in beautiful downtown Fallbrook. A local favorite with well-established clientele for 22+ years. Specializing in soups, salads & Sandwiches. Currently only open from 11am – 3pm,...
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San Jose, CA
Chaparral Supermarket presents a rare opportunity to acquire a three-generation family-owned grocery business in San Jose, California. This established supermarket has built a loyal customer base and...
Cash Flow: $2,190,744
Available in California
The average annual gross sales for a SYNERGY HomeCare multi-territory franchise operation in business for over 1 year is $2,116,737. $2,116,737 is the average gross sales of 141 mult-territory businesses (478 territories) that have been in operation for all of 2025. 54 Businesses (38%) met or exceeded the average annual Gross Sales. There is no assurance, however, that you will do as well. See item 19 of our Franchise Disclosure Dcoument.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $683,008
South San Francisco, CA
Established Bay Area catering, food truck, and experiential events business with more than a decade of operating history. Beyond The Border has developed from a food truck concept into a diversified...
Cash Flow: $365,524
La Verne, CA
This restaurant opportunity is in an amazing location. The current business owners are ready for the next stage in life and hate to see this business sell however the business owners know the new...
Walnut Creek, CA
Price is negotiable for the right buyer. Financial information is available upon request to qualified and serious inquiries. Owner operates the business on a part time basis. Valuation is the standard...
West Sacramento, CA
ESTABLISHED PIZZA FRANCHISE - EXCELLENT OWNER-OPERATOR OPPORTUNITY This well-established Pizza franchise presents an exceptional opportunity for an entrepreneur seeking a profitable business with...
Cash Flow: $110,000
San Diego, CA
Established flexible workspace and shared office business located in a desirable central San Diego neighborhood. The business operates from a fully built-out and furnished second-floor workspace with...
John Jomehri
KW Commercial - South Bay
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
Our commercial team consists of knowledgeable, results-driven individuals who aim to provide clients with one-of-a-kind experiences. We understand that choosing the right agent for you can be tough, which is why KW Commercial strives to make it easier. Take comfort in knowing that at KW Commercial you are not simply working with one individual; you are championed by a vast network of dedicated commercial real estate professionals.
West Covina, CA
Business Highlights 1. Turnkey operation with experienced team in place 2. Relatively low day-to-day owner dependency 3. Operating in West Covina since 1989 4. Approximately $294,111 in 2025 gross...
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Thermal, CA
Strong income-generating opportunity featuring a turnkey meat market with liquor sales, a super cold beer cave, and a newly remodeled laundromat, all located within the same commercial building. The...
Cash Flow: $120,000
$800,000
California
Carlsbad, CA
Since 2000, this lucrative business has helped hundreds of Entrepreneurs acquire companies with creative financing techniques and strategies that allow my clients to acquire successful companies with...
Cash Flow: $247,000
Murphys, CA
This is a rare opportunity to acquire the largest consolidated territory of The Brothers That Just Go Gutters franchise in United States. This business is a well-established and reputable gutter...
Cash Flow: $178,191
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.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $569,718
Palm Desert, CA
This long-established hospitality brokerage and consulting business, serving vacation property resales and rentals in the Coachella Valley since 2005, delivers consistent transactions and strong...
Cash Flow: $247,802
San Jose, CA
Established Wellness Spa with Loyal Client Base & Strong Online Reputation Here's your opportunity to acquire a well-established wellness business with an outstanding reputation, a loyal customer...
Cash Flow: $120,255
Riverside County, CA
After 37 successful years as an insurance agent, the owner is ready to retire and is offering an excellent opportunity to acquire a well-established agency in Temecula, California. The agency has...
Orange County, CA
Well established Locations - with many community residential build outs for increased young family populations nearby...
Cash Flow: $100,000
Pasadena, CA
The salon has successfully operated in the same location for well over a decade and features approximately 1,103 square feet of beautifully maintained space, eight luxury spa pedicure chairs, five...
Cash Flow: $105,000
West Covina, CA
Established and profitable café located within a high-traffic medical office complex adjacent to Queen of the Valley Hospital in West Covina. Operating successfully for over six years, the business...
Cash Flow: $80,000
Los Angeles, CA
Available for acquisition is the longest operating, high-end single provider concierge fertility and IVF practice in Los Angeles. Serving a premium patient demographic through a boutique,...
Bakersfield, CA
Macario Alterations & Design is a fully operational turnkey fashion alteration and custom design business located in a prime Bakersfield retail area near Panorama Drive and Bakersfield College. This...
Cash Flow: $100,000
Ventura, CA
This turnkey **CERTIFIED ORGANIC** craft brewery is a rare opportunity for a buyer seeking established operations, strong brand positioning, and exceptional growth potential. Designed to balance...
Available in California
Dog daycare & boarding franchise boasting 2024 Average Net Revenues of $919,994.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $510,116
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.