Sacramento, CA
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Businesses For Sale in California
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Pool Service Route - Sacramento, CA
Cash Flow: $30,000
High-Margin Mobile Escape Room – Turnkey SoCal Side Hustle
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...
2
Cash Flow: $171,000
Fully Equipped Turnkey Asian Restaurant - Ready to Operate
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...
5
FOR SALE: Turn-Key Game Truck Business + 2013 Ford F150 (FULL PACKAGE)
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...
6
Elegant café available in beautiful downtown Fallbrook.
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,...
6
Chaparral Supermarket
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
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...
6
Cash Flow: $2,190,744
Established Catering, Food Truck & Experiential Events Company
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...
6
Cash Flow: $365,524
Perfect location for your Restaurant Located in Downtown La Verne
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...
6
Established Auto Detail Shop & Office Space/Apartment
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...
4
Pizza Franchise
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
DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen
Franchise
Available Nationwide
$1.5M Avg Revenue, 46% Gross Margins in a $600B Market, Scalable model built for high ROI and long-term growth.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $1,565,320
Established Coworking & Flexible Workspace in San Diego
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...
4
Turnkey Jewelry & Watch Repair - Plaza West Covina
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...
6
Make it Cheers with Grace
$149,000
Gardena, CA
Seller Financing | Food Market, Liquor & Laundromat + Real Estate
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
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
Lucrative Venture Capital Practice or Partnership For Sale
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
Terry Watts
Murphy Business Sales
Serving Sacramento County, CA
Murphy Business Sales | Exit Factor: Strategic M&A and Value Acceleration We provide a sophisticated, two-pillar approach to the sale and transition of privately held companies. By integrating the high-impact value-growth methodology of Exit Factor with the institutional-grade execution of Murphy Business Sales, we ensure our clients achieve maximum enterprise value and a protected legacy. The Exit Factor Advantage: Value Acceleration Most business owners leave significant money on the table because their business is "ready to sell" but not "ready to be bought." As a Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA) and Exit Factor consultant, I partner with owners 12–36 months prior to market entry. We utilize a structured, data-driven roadmap to: - Identify and bridge "Value Gaps" between current worth and exit goals. - Optimize SDE and EBITDA multiples through operational benchmarking. - De-risk the business by strengthening "Intangible Capital" (Human, Structural, and Customer capital). Institutional M&A Execution Once value is maximized, we transition into the M&A phase utilizing the global reach of Murphy Business Sales. As a Certified Merger & Acquisition Professional (CM&AP), I provide: - Defensible Valuations: Utilizing multiple methodologies to provide a clear range of value. - Strict Confidentiality: Protecting your staff, customers, and competitive position. - Structured Negotiation: Managing the complex lifecycle of due diligence and closing. Mission-Focused Leadership Led by Marine Corps Veterans and seasoned entrepreneurs, our firm treats every transaction with discipline and professional integrity. Whether you are looking to scale your business’s value for a future windfall or are ready to transition today, we provide the expert analysis required to secure your financial future.
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Seller Financing - Semi-Absentee Gutter Contractor Franchise
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
20+ Yr Hospitality Brokerage & Consulting - Ideal for Licensed Broker
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
Profitable Day Spa with Loyal Clientele & Corporate Accounts
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
Established Temecula Insurance Agency — $1.5M Premium Book
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...
4
Long Time Established Montessori PreSchool and Kindergarten
Orange County, CA
Well established Locations - with many community residential build outs for increased young family populations nearby...
6
Cash Flow: $100,000
Home Matters
Franchise
Available in California
Home Matters is a leader in the senior care industry offering an innovative nurse-guided care model with advanced care technology for superior care.
Established Pasadena Beauty Business Opportunity
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...
6
Cash Flow: $105,000
Well established coffee shop & cafe in high-traffic medical building
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...
2
Cash Flow: $80,000
Turnkey Nekter Juice Bar
$249,000
Yorba Linda, CA
Growing Infertility Medical Practice and IVF Laboratory Los Angeles
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,...
3
Profitable Turnkey Tailor Studio – $4K Monthly Revenue – $100K Quick
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...
6
Cash Flow: $100,000
Dynamic brewery and taproom in Ventura County!
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...
6
Beautiful Turnkey Boba Shop Café / Food & Beverage Space
Dana Point, CA
Rare opportunity to acquire a beautifully designed, fully built-out and equipped Teaspoon franchise at substantially less than the amount originally invested in creating the location. The biggest...
Turn-Key Smog Repair Shop
Spring Valley, CA
Property Description: • 1,790 SF Warehouse/Office • 2 Roll-up Doors measuring 10’x 14’ • Ceiling Height: 16’ to the beam and 17’ to the ceiling Lease Information: • Leased until October 30, 2030 •...
EXPRESS CAR WASH - 2 Tunnels - Prime Location
Norco, CA
Rare Opportunity to Own an Express Car Wash with Dual Tunnels Prime Norco Location - “HorseTown U.S.A” • Unique Dual-Tunnel Facility – Rare opportunity to acquire an Express Car Wash with two separate...
EBITDA: $152,000
POKE Diner • Semi-Absentee • Growing • Netting $204K+ • Prc $495K
La Quinta, CA
> A vibrant poke specialty restaurant located in a prime spot within a large shopping center in La Quinta, Riverside. The center hosts multiple major national anchor tenants. > Sale includes Type 41...
Cash Flow: $204,785
Martinizing Cleaners
Franchise
Available Nationwide
Martinizing is the Most Iconic Name In Dry Cleaning!
Fully Renovated Nightclub
Fresno, CA
Switch Nightclub presents an exceptional opportunity to acquire one of Fresno’s most exciting nightlife and entertainment venues. Strategically located in rapidly growing North Fresno, the club...
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Sports Bar
Stanislaus County, CA
This vibrant sports bar and entertainment hub features an expansive interior layout beautifully equipped with multiple flat-screen TVs, a coin-operated pool table, and an electronic dart board....
Cash Flow: $22,168
Profitable Turnkey B2B Sign & Graphics Franchise Opportunity – Priced
$100,000
San Jose, CA
Curated Vintage & Designer Apparel Store - Established in 1996
Los Angeles County, CA
Established in 1996, the Company is a well-established vintage and designer apparel resale retailer operating from a prime, high-visibility location. The business operates with experienced staff and...
Cash Flow: $153,436
Fold-N-Pack Hanger Company — Patented Travel Hanger Brand For Sale
Los Angeles, CA
Business Overview Fold-N-Pack is a branded consumer products company built around the patented Fold-N-Pack Smart Hanger™ — a folding, collapsible hanger designed to make packing and unpacking garments...
2
Cash Flow: $21,232
Sharkeys Cuts for Kids
Franchise
Available Nationwide
Keep Your Job & Own This Franchise - Laptop Operated & Fully Passive
Avg. Unit Revenue: $275,732
Mobile Personal Training Business
Orange County, CA
ESTABLISHED MOBILE PERSONAL TRAINING BUSINESS - SOUTH ORANGE COUNTY Profitable mobile fitness business established in 2019, serving the affluent South Orange County market. BUSINESS MODEL: Mobile...
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Auto Repair & Smog Facility, Reduced to $200K Incl. $100K Inventory
Orange, CA
> Effective Sept. 9: Asking price reduced from $300K to $200K, including approx. $100K working inventory. Due to the seller's declining health, a prompt sale is desired at this substantially reduced...
3
Cash Flow: $120,000
Premium Surfboard Shower Brand, Proven Design, Proven Market Demand
Los Angeles County, CA
Founded by a Southern California family living steps from the beach, this brand was born from a practical gap in the market. With young kids and year-round beach trips, the founder wanted an outdoor...
Profitable Wrought Iron Contractor: Custom Gates, Fences & Railings
Los Angeles County, CA
This established custom metal fabrication business specializes in high-quality wrought iron products including gates, fences, and railings. The company has built a strong reputation over decades of...
Cash Flow: $138,845
Auto Repair & Smog Chx | SBA OK | Rev. $1M+ | Strong Cash Flow | $790K
Long Beach, CA
> AAA-approved, full-service auto repair and preventive maintenance facility established 30+ years. > Strategically positioned at the Long Beach / Signal Hill corridor with strong community...
2
Cash Flow: $247,244
David Cutler
Woodbridge Investments Inc
Serving San Diego County, CA
San Diego's premier destination for business sales and real estate services. With a steadfast commitment to integrity and innovation, we specialize in unlocking the full potential properties and local businesses. Whether you're buying, selling, or investing, our expert team offers personalized solutions tailored to your unique goals. At Woodbridge Investment Inc., we're dedicated to maximizing value and exceeding expectations in every real estate/business transaction.
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Turn-key Flower Shop. $90,000 asking price, No Carry. $220k Gross
Palo Alto, CA
Established Flower Business more than 25 years with high-end customers. Custom-made arrangements, room for expansion and growth with creativity. Quick sale. Currently open only 20 hours/week, room to...
3
Established Multi-Unit Pizza Franchise - North San Diego County
Escondido, CA
This offering includes two turnkey, well-established pizza locations with disciplined operations and consistent performance. Both stores operate with clean, well-organized financials, trained teams,...
Cash Flow: $180,003
Thriving Interactive Art Studio for Sale — inside Liberty Station
$485,000
San Diego, CA
22 years established Signages Business in San Francisco Bay Area
San Leandro, CA
Established Signage Business - 22 Years of Proven Success This well-established signage company has been serving the San Francisco Bay Area since 2004, demonstrating remarkable resilience by...
6
Cash Flow: $114,000
Long Established Gas Station
Spring Valley, CA
This opportunity only comes every once in a lifetime. Very well-established gas station waiting for new Owner! This fantastic Location off of 94 Hwy is an opportunity for an owner-operator, absentee...
5
Cash Flow: $781,051
College Hunks Hauling Junk and Moving
Franchise
Available in California
College HUNKS Hauling Junk & Moving® franchise partners operate two concepts, College Hunks Hauling Junk® and College Hunks Moving®, as a single business. One territory, two ways to earn.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $1,554,610
Profitable, High‑Traffic Boba Shop in Prime LA Location
Alhambra, CA
Tastea Alhambra 349 E Main Street, Alhambra, CA 91801 MLS#: SR25063338, This profitable boba shop offers a rare opportunity to step into a fully established, high‑traffic business with consistent...
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Leading Established Southern California Roofing Company for Sale
San Diego County, CA
Well established, multi generation profitable roofing company serving some of the most affluent communities of San Diego county. Company currently does no marketing which offers a significant...
EBITDA: $150,000
Established Trucking Business in Sacramento with 30 Years of Expertise
West Sacramento, CA
For three decades, our company has been the trusted name in On-Demand courier & trucking services for Sacramento's local businesses. Serving major corporations and small businesses alike, we...
Expert Collision Center
Canoga Park, CA
A fantastic business opportunity is now available in Canoga Park: a fully equipped auto body shop. The shop features a dedicated spray booth and ample workspace to handle various vehicle repair tasks,...
6
Turnkey SUV / Limo Company TCP/Uber SUV
Irvine, CA
45k total + you buy the car or refinance in your name (45k balance on loan) Est 2022**Turnkey LIMO/BLACK SUV White Glove Service. Currently with 1 Black SUV 2023 XL Fully Loaded for Corporate or UBER...
3
Cash Flow: $95,000
Recession Proof Fire Protection Business
San Dimas, CA
Established profitable and growing full service Fire protection business with over 350 active loyal repeating clients, offers steady adequate income stream and even larger growth potential. The...
Southern California Sign Company with 40+ Years of Operating History
San Bernardino County, CA
Established Southern California commercial signage business serving a diverse base of repeat commercial, institutional, and corporate customers. The company provides custom sign fabrication, printing,...
2
Cash Flow: $353,899
Price Reduced! Turnkey Japanese Restaurant in Prime Downtown SF
San Francisco, CA
Price Reduced! Recently reduced from $120,000 to $100,000. Excellent opportunity to acquire a well-established turnkey Japanese restaurant in a prime downtown San Francisco location. Located at 614...
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Retail Florist - 60+ Years of Continuous Operation in Brentwood/LA
Los Angeles, CA
Established High-End Retail Florist - 60+ Years of Continuous Operation This prestigious florist business has been serving the affluent Brentwood/Los Angeles community since 1961, representing over...
2
Cash Flow: $110,000
MaidPro
Franchise
Available Nationwide
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
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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