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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Mobile Personal Training Business
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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...
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Cash Flow: $247,244
Turn-key Flower Shop. $75,000 asking price, No Carry. $200k 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
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
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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McAlister's Deli
Franchise
Available Nationwide
McAlister's Deli brings together great food, genuine hospitality, and a strong sense of community. By creating welcoming environments where guests feel at home, the brand has built lasting connections and meaningful moments of togetherness. Join a brand that's committed to bringing people together and making a difference in local communities.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $1,868,101
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...
Retail + Events+ Farm & Premium Lifestyle Brand — Real Estate Include
$8,500,000
Santa Barbara County, CA
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,...
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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...
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Cash Flow: $95,000
Jack Chung
BTI Group
Serving San Francisco County, CA
Business Team, a unit of BTI Group, is the Largest Business Brokerage Firm in the Western United States specializing in arranging the purchase and sale of privately owned companies. During our third of a century of existence, we have developed both an unmatched depth of experience (an aggregate of several hundred years!) and a vast network of individual, corporate, and investment group buyers. In addition, our affiliation with the International Business Brokers Association allows us to reach buyers represented by other intermediary firms throughout the world.
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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
Turnkey Shipping & Business Services Center in Prime Walnut Creek Loca
Walnut Creek, CA
Established and well-positioned in Walnut Creek, California, this PostalAnnex shipping and business services center offers an excellent opportunity to acquire an established, turnkey operation with...
Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa
Franchise
Available in California
With 650+ locations across the U.S. and Canada, Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa makes luxury spa services — including massage, facial, and body slimming and toning — accessible to a broader clientele. After 20 years of consecutive growth, we have an average unit volume of $1.35 million and nearly 600,000 members and growing nationwide.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $1,334,936
Level 2 ARF Business with 6 beds + Real Estate in Prime Location
Mission Viejo, CA
Rare opportunity to acquire a well-established Adult Residential Facility (Level II) with real estate in Mission Viejo, Orange County. This 19-year operation has demonstrated consistent stability,...
6
Cash Flow: $249,178
Established Motorcycle dealership (multi-line franchise )
Orange County, CA
Fully setup, staffed and ran dealership. A destination for many years. Systems in place allow to run by itself. Owner to retire....
Cash Flow: $350,000
49 Beds Senior Board & Care with R.E.-Prime Northern California City
$13,000,000
El Dorado Hills, CA
2-Unit Dessert Franchise | Manager-Run, National Brand
Los Angeles County, CA
Rare opportunity to acquire two established, manager-run franchise dessert locations a few miles apart in the same metro, both fully built out, both operating inside one of the strongest quick-service...
Cash Flow: $295,490
Indoor Playground and Cafe in Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA
This is a sale of the well-established indoor playground and café in the highly desirable Eagle Rock community. This thriving turnkey business occupies approximately 6,000 square feet across two...
Vietnamese Restaurant Business for Sale
Garden Grove, CA
***Call or Text Diane Higuchi 909-725-3538 or Josie Lopez 626-202-9355 for more information*** Established Vietnamese Restaurant - Prime Garden Grove Location This well-established Vietnamese...
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National-Brand Sports League Franchise, West Los Angeles
Marina Del Rey, CA
Rare opportunity to acquire the exclusive franchise territory of a national-brand amateur sports league covering a dense, affluent West Los Angeles County corridor of roughly 900,000 residents — Santa...
Express Employment Professionals in NW Sacramento, CA
Sacramento, CA
***Inquire for financial performance information*** Take ownership of a well-established Express Employment Professionals staffing agency serving Northwest Sacramento and surrounding industrial...
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Express Employment Professionals in South Sacramento, CA
Sacramento, CA
***Inquire for financial performance information*** Here is your chance to buy a well-established Express Employment Professionals staffing franchise serving South Sacramento, Elk Grove, and the...
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Event business for sale (3600 sqft) in Mission Hills
San Diego, CA
Mission Hills Venue is a refined, multi-purpose event space located in the distinguished Mission Hills neighborhood of San Diego, California. Designed for versatility and sophistication, our space...
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Club Z! Tutoring Services
Franchise
Available Nationwide
No storefront needed. Low overhead & recurring revenue. National lead gen support. Top-rated education model. $40k liquid req
6-Bed Residential Detox | In-Network with Major Payers | LA Area
Los Angeles, CA
Confidential opportunity to acquire an established 6-bed residential detox and addiction treatment center in the Los Angeles area of California, operating since 2021 with ASAM levels of care 3.1, 3.2,...
High-Demand Venue - Turnkey Opportunity
Los Angeles, CA
ALL-IN-ONE VENUE OPPORTUNITY Photography studio + private event hall This turnkey banquet hall represents an exceptional opportunity in Los Angeles's thriving events industry. Established in 2022,...
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Make it Cheers with Grace
$149,000
Gardena, CA
Music Violin Store for sale
Tustin, CA
ESTABLISHED MUSIC STORE FOR SALE - TUSTIN, ORANGE COUNTY This well-established violin store has been serving the Tustin community since 1997 specializing in the sale, rental and repair of musical...
Profitable Branded Gas Station & Property Opportunity in Fresno County
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Fresno County, CA
High Volume & Profitable Branded Gas Station with Property in Fresno County * 1,200 Sf Building remodeled * 4 Brand new pumps * Inside store gross sales apprx.$110,000 a month * Gas Gallons Appx...
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GYMGUYZ
Franchise
Available in California
Own the #1 in-home and on-site personal training brand bringing fitness, accountability, and convenience directly to clients.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $142,273
Indoor playground with Arcade Claw machines
San Bernardino County, CA
Established Indoor Playground & Entertainment Center - San Bernardino County, CA This profitable entertainment venue has been successfully operating since 2016, generating $600,000 in annual revenue....
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Wigs & Gift, High Net, 24 Yrs in Biz. SBA, Busy.
Los Angeles County, CA
Well-established, high-volume wig and beauty supply store located in a prime location on a major street with excellent visibility. The business has been operated by the current owner since 1999 and is...
Cash Flow: $144,000
Modern Restaurant in Prime Downtown Location
San Luis Obispo, CA
Established Modern Restaurant - Prime Downtown San Luis Obispo Location Proof of funds and a signed NDA is required before disclosure of financials and further details This turnkey business presents...
Turnkey Café I Premium Buildout I Highly Desirable Midtown Location
Sacramento, CA
Rare opportunity to acquire a beautifully designed, fully operational café in a highly desirable Midtown Sacramento location. The space features a high-end contemporary buildout, quality fixtures and...
Well established internal medical practice in Oakland, California.
Oakland, CA
My office is very nice space right next to Summit Medical Center. One can develop interesting practice with baseline existing patients....
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Belma Dizdarevic
Business Team
Serving Sacramento County, CA
Business Team is the largest business broker in the Western US with over 80 associates. We specialize in selling privately held businesses up to $100MM in revenue.
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Established C-13 Vinyl Fencing Business & Fully Equipped Fabrication
Santa Clarita, CA
Turnkey opportunity to own a well-established vinyl fence fabrication and custom installation business in the Valencia / Santa Clarita Valley area! This is a complete, operating fabrication shop...
6
Cash Flow: $254,000
Skincare products company
California
Established Skincare Company - Nearly 40 Years in Business This well-established skincare company, founded in 1986, presents an exceptional acquisition opportunity in Southern California. With nearly...
Cash Flow: $380,000
Turnkey Nekter Juice Bar
$249,000
Yorba Linda, CA
Best of the best liquor store in Torrance...
Torrance, CA
This liquor store generates monthly revenue of $55,000 to $60,000 and operates in a market-tested location. The business comes with substantial inventory valued at $150,000, providing immediate...
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Extremely Profitable Neighborhood Well Known Med Spa w/full staff
Los Angeles County, CA
This confidential offering represents the acquisition of a highly profitable, multi-location medical aesthetics platform that has already achieved what many operators spend years trying to build:...
Cash Flow: $950,000
Apex Leadership Co
Franchise
Available in California
Raise more funds. Build stronger leaders. Own a mission-driven business that transforms schools and communities.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $916,578
Established Pediatric Practice with Predictable Revenue in SGV
Los Angeles County, CA
For over 35 years, this pediatric office has provided trusted, community-based pediatric care to families in the surrounding San Gabriel Valley. Founded in 1989, the practice has built a loyal panel...
Cash Flow: $185,634
Established Ramen Restaurant with ABC Type 41 License in SF, CA
San Francisco, CA
Established Ramen Restaurant with ABC Type 41 License in SF, CA Established in 2022, the Ramen restaurant has built a loyal following for ramen and appetizers on a popular Street in San Francisco’s...
Cash Flow: $63,692
Established Solo Non-Invasive Cardiology Practice - Sacrament Metro
El Dorado Hills, CA
Most cardiology practices that reach the market are either single-service or heavily dependent on the departing physician's personal procedures. This one is different. Its revenue is anchored in...
Cash Flow: $227,157
B2B Testing Franchise w/ Premier Government Contract
Los Angeles, CA
A rare opportunity to acquire a highly profitable, turn-key drug, alcohol, and DNA testing franchise operating in three of Los Angeles' most desirable 3 territories. This location boasts an incredible...
Cash Flow: $70,845
Turnkey B2B Testing Franchise – Two Prime Los Angeles Territories
Los Angeles County, CA
An incredible opportunity to acquire a fully operational, high-margin drug, alcohol, and DNA testing franchise covering two of the most lucrative territories in Los Angeles. This business specializes...
Cash Flow: $40,508
Luxury Day Spa & Med Spa – $500K+ EBITDA and Manager-Run
Los Angeles County, CA
Please fill out the Contact Form to receive the NDA and Confidential Information Memorandum. This listing is SBA pre-approved! Featured in LA Times, this is a rare luxury Day Spa & Medical Spa,...
EBITDA: $541,362
Profitable Flooring and Installation Company
Los Angeles County, CA
This is a neighborhood favorite, premier and turnkey flooring company specializing in the sales, supply, and expert installation of residential and commercial surfaces. Backed by a stellar reputation...
Cash Flow: $102,786
Busy Coin Laundry in busy Echo Park, Silverlake Area
Los Angeles, CA
An independent, laundromat located centrally on a high-traffic corridor in Echo Park, near Sunset Blvd . This business taps into the dense, renter-heavy demographic of the neighborhood while appealing...
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60+ Year Auto Repair Business | Turnkey with Massive Upside
Los Angeles County, CA
Pricing includes all FF&E and inventory. Seller is highly motivated and open to flexible deal structures. A rare opportunity to acquire a long-standing, triple-certified (ASE, ACDelco, NAPA AutoCare)...
Cash Flow: $55,000
Kitchen Solvers
Franchise
Available Nationwide
Kitchen Solvers, your premier kitchen and bathroom remodeling franchise opportunity for over 40 years, providing clients with the most pleasant remodeling experience.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $983,203
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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