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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...

$485,000

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$485,000

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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...

$1,000,000

Cash Flow: $478,875

$1,000,000

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,...

$275,000

Cash Flow: $126,368

$275,000

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...

$200,000

Cash Flow: $156,000

$200,000

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...

$800,000

$800,000

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...

$450,000

Cash Flow: $171,812

$450,000

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...

$160,000

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$160,000

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...

$128,200

Cash Flow: $96,700

$128,200

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...

$650,000

Cash Flow: $168,000

$650,000

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...

$2,900,000

Cash Flow: $1,000,000

$2,900,000

Cash Flow: $1,000,000

Cruise Planners
Franchise

Available Nationwide

For more than 20 years, Cruise Planners has been a low-cost franchise opportunity that can yield high returns!

$9,995

Avg. Unit Revenue: $518,262

$9,995

Avg. Unit Revenue: $518,262

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...

$119,000

$119,000

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...

$170,000

$170,000

Construction Testing & Inspection Company

$459,000 - Hemet, CA

$459,000

Hemet, CA

Felizardo Gaxiola

First Choice Business Brokers - Excellence Team

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...

$115,000

$115,000

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...

$91,000

$91,000

Jane Castro

First Choice Business Brokers San Diego University City

Serving San Diego County, CA

Founded in 1994, First Choice Business Brokers has accelerated to become one of the largest Business Sales Organizations in the United States. Our Mission is to build a team of specialists; Business Brokers that assist entrepreneurial minded people to buy or sell their business, providing them with the lifestyle they've always wanted. The buying or selling of a business should never be compared to the purchasing or selling of a home. You deserve experienced, licensed professionals who specialize in business sales – you need First Choice Business Brokers. Our nationwide network of seasoned business sales professionals combines national reach with local market expertise. We offer buyers the greatest selection of businesses available and we provide Sellers with the personalized, confidential attention they deserve.

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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...

$95,000

$95,000

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...

$95,000

$95,000

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...

$255,000

Cash Flow: $20,000

$255,000

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....

$100,000

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$100,000

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...

$149,000

Cash Flow: $109,158

$149,000

Cash Flow: $109,158

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.

$200,000

Avg. Unit Revenue: $1,565,320

$200,000

Avg. Unit Revenue: $1,565,320

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,...

$1,200,000

$1,200,000

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 🍲...

$400,000

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$400,000

SBA Pre-Approved Semi-Absentee 2-Location Kids Hair Salons

$420,000 - Oceanside, CA

$420,000

Oceanside, CA

Felizardo Gaxiola

First Choice Business Brokers - Excellence Team

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...

$425,000

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$425,000

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,...

$4,300,000

EBITDA: $502,123

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$4,300,000

EBITDA: $502,123

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

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...

$650,000

$650,000

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...

$350,000

Cash Flow: $238,000

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$350,000

Cash Flow: $238,000

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...

$200,000

Cash Flow: $160,000

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$200,000

Cash Flow: $160,000

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...

$350,000

Cash Flow: $192,000

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$350,000

Cash Flow: $192,000

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...

$199,000

$199,000

Hammer and Nails
Franchise

Available in California

We're building something legendary - Hammer & Nails: The Original All-in-one Men's Grooming membership. Men used to have two options: a rushed haircut at a strip-mall chain, or nothing at all. Hammer & Nails changed that in 2016, and we're still the only complete men's grooming franchise built around recurring memberships instead of one-off visits. It's dependable, recurring revenue from members who come back every month. Not a fluke of foot traffic and it's in a category that's only continuing to grow fast.

$250,000

$250,000

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...

$250,000

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$250,000

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...

$229,000

Cash Flow: $91,867

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$229,000

Cash Flow: $91,867

San Francisco Bay Area Neurology Practice for Sale

$600,000 - Contra Costa County, CA

$600,000

Contra Costa County, CA

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...

$1,850,000

Cash Flow: $930,000

$1,850,000

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...

$550,000

Cash Flow: $235,000

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$550,000

Cash Flow: $235,000

Screenmobile
Franchise

Available in California

Transform your future with Screenmobile-where flexible ownership meets a booming demand for screen and shade solutions, all backed by a nationally recognized brand!

$50,000

Avg. Unit Revenue: $483,885

$50,000

Avg. Unit Revenue: $483,885

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...

$169,000

Cash Flow: $110,000

$169,000

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...

$1,025,000

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$1,025,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

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...

$120,000

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$120,000

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...

$1,290,000

Cash Flow: $515,000

$1,290,000

Cash Flow: $515,000

Turnkey Award-Winning Restaurant | Recently Remodeled | NearWholeFoods

Sonoma County, CA

Confidential, turnkey restaurant located in a high-traffic West Sonoma County setting. This is an established concept with a loyal customer base, strong local recognition, and a clean, well-maintained...

$72,500

$72,500

Nicolette Youssefian

PAK Home Realty

Serving Los Angeles County, CA

Helping You Move , Invest & Grow

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Window Cleaning Business - Prime Territory in Los Angeles County

Los Angeles County, CA

The Opportunity: Own a piece of a national powerhouse. We are offering a high-potential territory within the Squeegee Squad network one of the nation’s largest and most respected brands in commercial...

$100,000

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$100,000

Established Beauty Salon with Loyal Clientele

Van Nuys, CA

Owner is relocating out of state, creating a great opportunity for a new owner to take over and grow the business. This is a perfect opportunity for someone in the beauty industry looking to own their...

$25,000

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$25,000

Established Amazon FBA Beauty & Essentials Store with Internet Sales |

$120,000 - El Monte, CA

$120,000

El Monte, CA

25-Year LA Auto Repair Shop Honda/Toyota– Strong Cash Flow – 3 Lifts

Walnut, CA

For over two decades, this Honda and Toyota specialist has been the trusted automotive partner for countless families across Los Angeles County. Founded in 2000 with a simple yet powerful vision - to...

$258,000

Cash Flow: $150,000

$258,000

Cash Flow: $150,000

Premier Home Design & Building Products Firm-$4.5M Revenue

Monterey County, CA

Long-established and highly respected, this design and product sales company serves affluent homeowners, architects, builders, and contractors in one of California's most desirable coastal markets....

$1,997,000

Cash Flow: $595,783

$1,997,000

Cash Flow: $595,783

Next Day Access
Franchise

Available in California

Next Day Access provides an avenue to capitalize on the rapidly growing aging population and other people who have mobility related disabilities. We improve people's lives by providing mobility & accessibility solutions for their homes, vehicles and other buildings they enter.

$100,000

Avg. Unit Revenue: $1,343,254

$100,000

Avg. Unit Revenue: $1,343,254

Established Cosmetics & Fashion Accessories Wholesale Distributor

Los Angeles, CA

This is an opportunity to acquire a long-established Los Angeles B2B wholesale and distribution company specializing in cosmetics, K-beauty products, beauty tools, lashes, fashion accessories,...

$1,900,000

Cash Flow: $320,000

$1,900,000

Cash Flow: $320,000

South Bay Diesels – Premier 5-Star Diesel Operation

Gardena, CA

South Bay Diesels is an established, full-service diesel repair and maintenance business specializing in diesel vehicles and two- and three-axle trucks. Founded by a respected local operator with deep...

$400,000

Cash Flow: $200,000

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$400,000

Cash Flow: $200,000

San Jose Vending Route - $1.7K Monthly Cash Flow - Mixed Product Line

San Jose, CA

$1,700 monthly in documented cash flow from this single vending machine placement in San Jose. The numbers work cleanly: $31,400 gross revenue annually with $20,400 in seller's discretionary earnings,...

$44,900

Cash Flow: $20,400

$44,900

Cash Flow: $20,400

Restaurant Business for Sale – Davis, CA

Davis, CA

Excellent opportunity to acquire a 5,000± SF fully equipped restaurant in the heart of Davis. Located in the prestigious Research Park area near UC Davis, this high-visibility location is surrounded...

$180,000

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$180,000

Prime Corner Gas Station – High Traffic Area

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Barstow, CA

Prime Corner Gas Station & Convenience Store - High-Traffic Barstow Location This established ARCO gas station and convenience store, operating since 1999, represents an exceptional opportunity in...

$6,499,999

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$6,499,999

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Rare Opportunity: 22-Year Profitable Thai Restaurant – Owner Retiring

San Dimas, CA

Rare Opportunity: 22-Year Profitable Thai Restaurant – Owner Retiring BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY FOR SALE – TURNKEY, ESTABLISHED, PROFITABLE Lucky Elephant Thai Cuisine | San Dimas, California Presenting a...

$875,000

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$875,000

Hair & Nails Salon

Santa Clara County, CA

This salon is a beautiful, upscale destination dedicated to delivering exceptional hair and nail services in a relaxing, luxurious environment. They specialize in precision haircuts, expert color...

$199,000

$199,000

Seller financing offered for Parisian restaurant

Petaluma, CA

This historic 1870 building has been newly restored and renovated. It includes a complete restaurant with an open kitchen. The restaurant is being sold as a turn-key restaurant that is ready to go....

$350,000

Cash Flow: $150,000

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$350,000

Cash Flow: $150,000

Highly Reputable Residential & Commercial Construction

El Cerrito, CA

Founded 8 years ago, the company has quickly established itself as a premier construction and remodeling firm in the North Bay and South Bay. With a dedicated and experienced crew, they deliver high...

$1,480,000

Cash Flow: $607,421

$1,480,000

Cash Flow: $607,421

CMIT Solutions
Franchise

Available Nationwide

Tap into the lucrative world of technology with CMIT Solutions Franchise

$100,000

Avg. Unit Revenue: $536,563

$100,000

Avg. Unit Revenue: $536,563

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

Number of Businesses for Sale  

  ~5,500

Median Asking Price  

  $360,000

Median Reported Revenue  

  $630,000

Median Reported Earnings  

  $150,000

Profit Margin  

  23%

Earnings Multiple  

  2.5

Revenue Multiple  

  0.6

Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings.

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.