Rancho Palos Verdes, CA
Avoid the time and expense of starting from scratch. Step into an established salon with an existing clientele, recognized brand, and systems already in place. Ideal for an owner-operator or salon...
Rancho Palos Verdes, CA
Avoid the time and expense of starting from scratch. Step into an established salon with an existing clientele, recognized brand, and systems already in place. Ideal for an owner-operator or salon...
Goleta, CA
Teddy Rice is a full-service restaurant ideally situated next to UC Santa Barbara (UCSB), one of the fastest-growing universities in the region. The location benefits from consistent, built-in foot...
Roseville, CA
Own a Proven Niche Business with an Established Customer Base in the Sacramento area. Are you ready to be your own boss and build a business you can truly call your own? Whether you have experience in...
EBITDA: $80,000
Walnut Creek, CA
Established Farmers Insurance Agency – Strong Cash Flow & Growth Opportunity Established Farmers Insurance agency with a proven track record of consistent revenue and a stable, renewal-driven book of...
San Bernardino, CA
Established in 1989 and operating from its current location since 2003, this long-standing multi-specialty medical practice is a highly reputable, high-volume operation serving a diverse and growing...
EBITDA: $874,000
Elk Grove, CA
Established Business - Recession-Proof Income Opportunity This profitable business offers an exceptional opportunity for entrepreneurs seeking financial independence and flexible lifestyle. Operating...
Visalia, CA
For access to the Data Room, please sign the following NDA • Rare opportunity to purchase a turnkey operating express car wash built in 2022 priced well below replacement cost • Built for...
Solano County, CA
Are you ready to step into ownership of a business with consistent renewal income, an existing customer base, and strong ongoing demand in the insurance market? This Farmers Insurance agency offers an...
Cash Flow: $151,000
Burbank, CA
Operating since 2021, this Medicare-certified home health agency offers a turnkey opportunity. The agency is contracted with Medicare and Anthem and recently passed its second 3-year Medicare survey...
Van Nuys, CA
The Valley Woodworks and Finish Carpentry is a well-established custom woodworking and architectural millwork company specializing in the fabrication and installation of high-end custom cabinetry and...
Cash Flow: $356,319
Available in California
We are the largest Take 'N' Bake Pizza franchise, offering simple operations and award winning pizza!
Avg. Unit Revenue: $687,539
Glendale, CA
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a rapidly growing, well-established roofing company serving the Southern California market. The business has experienced exceptional growth, increasing revenue...
Thousand Oaks, CA
Once you enter the Restaurant, you'll feel special and classy. Most of the customers are repeat customers from the family generation. The high-quality interior and top-class implementation make it the...
$495,000
Santa Clara County, CA
Irvine, CA
A premier opportunity to acquire a turnkey, freestanding restaurant facility situated at Irvine’s premier Woodbury Town Center. This standalone restaurant combines unmatched architectural visibility,...
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Riverside, CA
For access to the Data Room, please sign the following NDA: https://bit.ly/ultra-express 1. Extremely rare opportunity to purchase a fully outfitted, operating express carwash, complete with all...
Randy Singh
CJK Real Estate
Serving Riverside County, CA
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Los Angeles County, CA
This is a turnkey, full service restaurant and lounge located in Tarzana. The business serves pizza, wings, burgers, appetizers, and beer, withrevenue coming from dine in service, online ordering, and...
Cash Flow: $48,398
Riverside County, CA
A well-established warehousing and logistics services company based in Riverside, CA is available for acquisition. Generating over $3.4 million in annual revenue with strong discretionary earnings,...
Cash Flow: $625,000
San Francisco, CA
**Restaurant Business for Sale – Prime San Francisco Location** Outstanding opportunity to acquire a fully equipped restaurant in a prime San Francisco location. This approximately **2,000 SF**...
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Santa Barbara County, CA
Turnkey Land + Farm + Retail + Event Space & Home...All in one acquisition. $550K+ of Annual Revenue & Growing Historic Property in Prime Location Tourist Destination with 1000s of Visitors Annually...
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
El Dorado Hills, CA
Perfect opportunity for an owner/operator or growing senior care company seeking to expand in the growing greater Sacramento/Folsom area in desirable El Dorado Hills. El Dorado Senior Care and...
Available in California
ComForCare is your chance to own a senior home care franchise business that makes a real, meaningful difference in the lives of older adults in your community. Our franchise owners help families find peace of mind, knowing that their loved ones want to live their best life possible in the comfort of their own home.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $1,295,843
Gardena, CA
Once you experience this Historical and trendy Japanese Restaurant in the Torrance/Gardena neighborhood, you will return for taste and price. The owner will decide to sell his handful of other...
Yorba Linda, CA
19% Year-Over-Year Growth | Fully Equipped Opportunity to acquire a well-performing Nékter Juice Bar franchise in Yorba Linda with consistent year-over-year growth and strong operating fundamentals....
Cash Flow: $100,000
$1,400,000
Temecula, CA
San Jose, CA
Serving the businesses and non-profits in the San Jose and surrounding areas. The Company is committed to customer service and producing high-quality commercial signage and graphic solutions. The...
San Diego, CA
Asking Price: $485,000 Own one of San Diego's most unique experiential businesses located in the heart of the highly sought-after Liberty Station Arts District. Hawaii Fluid Art Liberty Station...
Los Angeles County, CA
Well-established and fast-growing quick-service restaurant concept offering a unique fusion of Mexican street food with Peruvian-inspired flavors. The opportunity includes three operating locations in...
Cash Flow: $478,875
Santa Clara County, CA
The company provides expert, budget-friendly, time-efficient repair services to hotels, apartments, and residences in Silicon Valley for various surfaces including floors, countertops, vanities,...
Cash Flow: $126,368
Los Angeles, CA
NO FINANCING! Liquid cash only deal Owner does not want to do a financing deal. Fully setup Well established Amazing Credit Card processing portfolio for sale in los angeles. includes 19 accounts. you...
Cash Flow: $156,000
California
This profitable and long-established Western wear retailer has been serving loyal customers for decades, offering authentic apparel, boots, hats, and accessories. With repeat business, community...
San Joaquin County, CA
Well-established general automotive service shop in San Joaquin County with a standout specialty, including consistent referral work from local collision/body shops that depend on accurate, reliable...
Cash Flow: $171,812
Available Nationwide
Premier one-on-one training studio with individualized programs, long-term client relationships, strong revenue streams, and franchise support.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $534,267
Glendora, CA
Established smoke shop serving the community for approximately 20 years, with loyal customer base, strong cash flow, favorable rent, and low overhead. Long-standing operation with a recently...
Sunnyvale, CA
This is a clear, easy-to-understand business with all processes fully set up and running from day one. A new owner steps into a proven system — no need to build anything from scratch. Everything is...
Cash Flow: $96,700
$875,000
San Bernardino County, CA
Los Angeles, CA
Founded in 2013 in the heart of Los Angeles, this established apparel brand offers the chance to step into a proven, American-made fashion platform with more than a decade of credibility in the...
Cash Flow: $168,000
Los Angeles County, CA
This established AYCE buffet restaurant in Los Angeles County presents a rare opportunity to acquire a highly recognizable dining concept with strong historical performance, substantial included...
Cash Flow: $1,000,000
Available Nationwide
Join the Allegra network, a leader in the marketing and print industry since 1977. Our business-to-business model offers turnkey opportunities with limitless revenue streams.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $1,080,898
Visalia, CA
This is the deal serious buyers have been waiting for. A fully operational, staffed, and established charcuterie and catering business in Visalia, CA — now available at a significantly reduced price...
Orange County, CA
Located in a bustling commercial plaza, this gourmet charcuterie business has established itself as a go-to provider in South Orange County. Since its founding in 2023, it has gained strong Google...
Orange County, CA
Located in the heart of Orange County, this established gourmet food business is positioned to serve some of the region’s most desirable communities. Known for beautifully crafted boards, upscale...
Santa Cruz County, CA
An outstanding opportunity to acquire an exclusive and well-established business brokerage territory in one of California’s most economically diverse and opportunity-rich regions. This territory...
Marin County, CA
Take advantage of a unique chance to own an exclusive business brokerage territory in Marin County—an affluent, business-friendly region just north of San Francisco. Known for its concentration of...
Vinod Desar
Berkshire Hathaway California Realty Commercial Division
Serving Riverside County, CA
We are a leader in the commercial real estate industry, offering a robust suite of services to our business, multifamily and commercial property clients. Powered by deep relationships and industry-changing technology, our professionals sell, finance, and service commercial real estate, providing support for the entire life cycle of our clients’ assets. Our unique ownership structure allows us to put our clients’ interests first and create a marketplace that delivers a superior experience.
Alameda County, CA
An exceptional opportunity to acquire an established and exclusive business brokerage territory in Alameda County—one of the most dynamic and diverse economic regions in California. This territory...
Alameda County, CA
Sign fabrication, sales and installation. Given the rapid expansion of the East Bay area, I was looking to be involved in a business that would be able to capitalize on the extensive growth. With new...
Cash Flow: $20,000
$600,000
Diamond Bar, CA
Los Angeles, CA
Established Paint and Sip Franchise - Chatsworth Strip Mall Location This thriving paint and sip franchise presents an excellent opportunity in the growing entertainment and recreation sector....
Los Angeles, CA
I have spent the better part of the last seven years building something I am genuinely proud of, and I am now ready to pass it on to the right buyer. This is a fully operational, established Amazon...
Cash Flow: $109,158
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Thrive with a Recession-Resistant, Essential Service Business Backed by a Proven Business Model
Avg. Unit Revenue: $384,105
San Diego County, CA
American and Mediterranean Restaurant is a Persian family-owned restaurant rooted in tradition and hospitality. Their menu brings together authentic Persian flavors and Mediterranean influences,...
San Francisco, CA
Turnkey restaurant featuring a complete KTV and hot pot setup with brand-new equipment throughout. 📐 Approximately 7,000 SF 💰 Current Base Rent: $10,800/Month 🎤 Private KTV Entertainment Setup 🍲...
Lake Elsinore, CA
Take advantage of this exceptional opportunity to own and operate your own tavern while unlocking its full earning potential. A new owner can increase revenue by introducing fresh concepts, expanding...
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Corona, CA
This beloved American restaurantwith Bar 47 License Real Estate and Great View , represents more than just a business opportunity – it's a testament to the American dream realized through smoke,...
EBITDA: $502,123
Seal Beach, CA
Established UPS Store franchise located in Seal Beach, Orange County, operating successfully since 2009. This profitable franchise generates $639,000 in annual revenue through comprehensive shipping...
Mission Viejo, CA
Established online jewelry retail business operating in the men's accessories market with a strong customer base and consistent sales history. The business has been operating for several years and has...
Cash Flow: $238,000
Antelope, CA
Selling my home-based profitable. "Express Mini-Blind Window Cleaning" business that has been serving Sacramento, Placer, & El Dorado counties for over 35 years. The owner is retiring, creating a rare...
Cash Flow: $160,000
Ontario, CA
BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY FOR SALE – HIGH-TRAFFIC LOCATION, ESTABLISHED & PROFITABLE Lucky Elephant Thai Cuisine – Ontario, California An exceptional opportunity to acquire a well-established and...
Cash Flow: $192,000
Los Gatos, CA
For sale Beautiful Downtown Los Gatos Spa & Salon with $125K in Lease improvements.This turnkey business features a long-term staff with lots of seem for room for growth and expansion. It boasts a...
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Average Annual Franchise Revenue: $729,404* Own the #1 Ranked Concrete Coating Business by Entrepreneur Magazine.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $318,285
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.