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...
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Well-Established Home Health Agency in Burbank
Semi-Absentee Custom Cabinetry Business | $2M+ Revenue
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
Roofing Company for Sale | Strong Brand & Growth
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...
The masterpiece of ownership restaurant
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...
Woodbury Town Center, Irvine- Turn-Key Steakhouse & Grill for Sale
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,...
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For Sale | Ultra Express Car Wash
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...
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Turnkey Sports Bar & Restaurant with Live Entertainment in Prime Loc.
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
Profitable Warehouse & Freight Logistics Platform – Southern CA
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
Restaurant Business for Sale – Prime San Francisco Location
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**...
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Retail + Events+ Farm & Premium Lifestyle Brand — Real Estate Include
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...
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The Learning Experience
Franchise
Available in California
Join the #1 childcare franchise!
Avg. Unit Revenue: $2,098,048
49 Beds Senior Board & Care with R.E.-Prime Northern California City
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...
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Make it Cheers with Grace
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...
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Mailbox Rental, Mail Center, Retail For sale Fountain Valley
$150,000
Fountain Valley, CA
Turnkey Nekter Juice Bar
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
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Profitable Turnkey B2B Sign & Graphics Franchise Opportunity – Priced
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...
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M&A Business Advisors
Serving Sacramento County, CA
M&A Business Advisors is a full-service Business Brokerage and M&A Advisory Firm and the Leader in Business Sales & Acquisitions. M&A Business Advisors specializes in the CONFIDENTIAL sale of privately owned businesses in a wide range of industries including Manufacturing, Wholesale Distribution, Service, Retail, Health Care, E-Commerce, Software, Construction, Food & Beverage and more. We use proprietary methods and advanced technology to better serve our clients and accomplish their objectives. M&A Business Advisors are highly respected, experienced Advisors who are recognized as some of the top deal makers in the industry. Our Advisors have extensive backgrounds as well as years of experience and knowledge in a wide range of industries. We work as a “Team” to collaborate and share our knowledge and expertise to best represent our clients. Our Advisors hold some of the top designations in the industry including the Certified Business Intermediaries (CBI) designation issued by the International Business Broker Association (IBBA), the Lifetime Certified Business Intermediaries (L-CBI) designation issued by the International Business Broker Association (IBBA), the Merger and Acquisition Master Intermediary (M&AMI) designation issued by M&A Source, the Certified Business Brokers (CBB) designation issued by the California Association of Business Brokers and the BBP – Industry Expert designation. Our Advisors are considered “Influencers” and have been instrumental in improving the standards and ethics within the industry. Our Advisors are actively involved as industry association Presidents, industry association Board Members, industry association Committee Chairs, industry association Instructors as well as contributors to industry publications. Selling or purchasing a business can be a complex, time consuming process. The process involves 100% commitment and a “hands on” approach by the Advisor along with expertise in a wide range of fields such as finance, accounting, commercial leases, understanding contracts and industry dynamics, managing due diligence, negotiations, preparing contracts and more. Our years of experience along with our proprietary process and ability to work as a team to solve complex issues that arise in transactions is what separates us from the competition. Rest assured that when you are working with a M&A Business Advisor, you are working with the Leader in Business Sales & Acquisitions. Please refer to our website and contact one of our Advisors near you for a complimentary consultation.
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Thriving Interactive Art Studio for Sale — inside Liberty Station
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...
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Profitable Restaurant chain with three locations
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
Fast-Growing Silicon Valley Spot Repair Franchise–60% y/y growth!
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
Well established credit Card processing portfolio for sale. Easy to ru
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
Iconic 76-Year Western Wear Business
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...
Homestretch
Franchise
Available Nationwide
Perfect for today's housing market. The HOMEstretch franchise is an innovative home services concept that focuses exclusively on preparing homes for sale through fast, cosmetic improvements
Avg. Unit Revenue: $385,818
Automotive Shop - 37+ Years of General Mechanic, Brake & Alignment
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
Profitable Turnkey Smoke Shop for Sale-160K
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...
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Premier Bay Area Outdoor Living & Deck Construction Company
$1,250,000
San Mateo County, CA
Appliance repair
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
Made-in-USA Women's Apparel Brand | $1.2M+ Revenue |$350K Inventory
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
Absentee High-Volume AYCE Buffet | Strong Assets & Growth Upside
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
Motivated Seller: Turnkey Charcuterie Business
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...
Premium Catering & Grazing Board Business
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...
Established Gourmet Charcuterie Business – Orange County Location
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...
High-Income Potential Business Brokerage – Exclusive Territory
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...
Senior Helpers
Franchise
Available Nationwide
The premiere provider of in-home care where you can provide a lasting impact for aging adults and their families. Over 300 franchise owners! Open within 90 days!
Avg. Unit Revenue: $1,686,350
Multi-Revenue Stream Business Brokerage - Lucrative Opportunity
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...
Established Business Brokerage Territory – Prime Market
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...
Growing Gym Vending Route — 17 Machines, Contract to Expand to 42
$245,000
Vacaville, CA
Established Sign Business In An Amazing Area For Sale
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
Newly Remodeled Paint and Sip Business
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....
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Five Star Bath Solutions
Franchise
Available in California
With an average ticket of $12,538 and $8.4 MILLION in total income, this bathroom transformation franchise is the NEXT BIG THING in franchising.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $486,761
Established Personal Care & Health Products Amazon FBA Store
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
Authentic Persian and Mediterranean Restaurant
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,...
Exclusive Listing – KTV Hot Pot Restaurant Opportunity
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 🍲...
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Ringside Bar & Grill
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...
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American BBQ Restautaurant with bar and R/E
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
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Pryia International Inc.
Serving San Bernardino County, CA
Gas Station Broker Queen | California
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The UPS Store Franchise in Orange County
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...
Multi-Year Jewelry Business with Strong Customer Engagement
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
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Hair Braiding and Locs salon on Hollywood Boulevard
$149,000
Los Angeles, CA
Very Profitable window and blind washing business
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
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Rare Opportunity: 14-Year Profitable Thai Restaurant – Owner Retiring
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
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Sir Grout
Franchise
Available in California
Average Annual Franchise Revenue: $622,650* Own the #1 Ranked Tile and Grout Cleaning Business by Entrepreneur Magazine.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $351,238
Established Full Service Spa/Salon
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...
Temecula Old Town Front Street Boutique
Temecula, CA
The Impossible is your Reality. This is your chance to Own a Business on Old Town Front Street. Well established 1,800sf Retail Boutique on the corner of Old Town Front Street and 5th Street. There...
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Turnkey Scratch Italian Restaurant | $92K SDE | Exceptionally Low Rent
Merced County, CA
2025 FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS -Approx. $301,000 total 2025 revenue -Approx. $92,000 Seller's Discretionary Earnings -Approx. 30.5% SDE margin -Approx. 72.2% gross margin -Current base rent only $850/month...
Cash Flow: $91,867
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Experienced Firm Delivering Digital Media Support
Los Angeles County, CA
An established media production services company offers a buyer the opportunity to acquire a specialized operation supporting the preservation, preparation, and delivery of professional audio and...
Cash Flow: $930,000
High Margin Dessert/Snack Franchise - Mall Food Court
Daly City, CA
The business benefits from strong mall traffic and an established retail environment anchored by major national retailers including Target, Macy’s, and Nordstrom. Low food cost and labor compared with...
Cash Flow: $235,000
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Pick Up Pizza Owner finance $44,000 down + inv. Nets $110,000 2025
Fresno County, CA
You can pick it up, call it in or order online. The store is well established. Present owner has a FT manger at $23.00 per hour. The store needs an owner/operator to reduce payroll and general...
Cash Flow: $110,000
Medical Practice + Real Estate
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Sacramento County, CA
Established Medical Practice with Real Estate Opportunity This well-established medical practice in the Greater Sacramento area presents a unique investment opportunity combining healthcare operations...
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Beautifully Built-Out Turnkey Wellness Spa in Prime Orange County
Orange, CA
Business Overview Rare opportunity to acquire a beautifully built-out, fully operational wellness spa in one of Orange County’s most desirable markets. This modern facility offers immediate income...
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Profitable Advisory Firm Serving Development & Construction Markets
Ventura County, CA
This profitable engineering and advisory firm provides specialized technical consulting services to commercial clients across multiple industries. The company delivers expert analysis including...
Cash Flow: $515,000
Restoration 1
Franchise
Available Nationwide
Restoration 1 Water Damage Exoerts
Avg. Unit Revenue: $1,427,586
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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