Los Angeles County, CA
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Businesses For Sale in California
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LA Catering Business with Scalable Kitchen & Strong Client Base
4
$400,000
Turn-Key 10 Years Profitable Boba & Coffee Shop
San Luis Obispo, CA
Consider this opportunity to own a profitable, turnkey boba and coffee shop that offers a wide range of boba milk tea, coffee options, delectable Asian snacks, and welcoming space for customer to...
$320,000
Cash Flow: $180,000
Profitable Multi-Unit QSR Franchise Portfolio in LA County
Los Angeles, CA
An exceptional opportunity to acquire a profitable multi-unit QSR franchise portfolio is now available in prime Los Angeles County locations, 10(Ten) QSR units boasting 2024 earnings of approximately...
$3,500,000
Cash Flow: $951,657
Established Postal & Shipping Center
Chino, CA
Fully established and profitable business located in Chino, CA. This store has been developed into a complete one-stop solution for shipping, mailbox rentals, business services, and financial...
$225,000
Cash Flow: $128,000
Established Insurance Agency for Sale in Stanton
Stanton, CA
Established Farmers Insurance Agency – Stanton, CA | Well-Established | Turnkey Opportunity Business Overview Take advantage of a rare opportunity to acquire a profitable, long-standing Farmers...
$120,000
Cash Flow: $79,000
Dietary Supplement Ingredients Distr & Wholesaler - Inland Empire
San Bernardino County, CA
Well-established B2B dietary supplement ingredients distribution company has been successfully operating in the inland empire area for over 15 years. It offers high quality dietary supplement...
$690,000
Cash Flow: $217,000
Successful turn-key retail nursery with land in Oakland Hills
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Oakland, CA
After many successful years, we are offering Yarrow Nursery for sale as we prepare to relocate overseas. We have had a wonderful journey thanks to the supportive Montclair neighborhood and our sweet...
5
$2,499,000
Cash Flow: $200,000
Custom Window Coverings Contractor -22 Yrs in Business in WSGV
Los Angeles County, CA
Established in 2003, this licensed, bonded, and insured specialty contractor has been a trusted provider of high-quality custom window treatments for over two decades. Serving the West San Gabriel...
$130,000
San Diego Based Tree Service Business Now Available!
San Diego, CA
Seize the chance to own a successful tree service business with a loyal customer base! This reputable company excels in pruning, shaping, and maintenance, known for its commitment to quality and...
$200,000
Cash Flow: $77,567
Mission Foods Route For Sale Escondido CA $99,000
Escondido, CA
Mission Foods Route For Sale Escondido CA $99,000 #Ownaroute #Buyaroute #Distributor #Distributorship #IndependentDistributor #MissionRoute #MissionFoodsRoute #Mission #Flatbread #TortillaChips #Wraps...
$99,000
Cash Flow: $94,449
FranchiseDryer Vent Wizard
Available Nationwide
Dryer Vent Wizard, a Neighborly company, is the nation's leading dryer vent cleaning and repair services franchise that capitalizes on a niche industry.
$50,000
See More FranchisesModern Vending Business
Los Angeles, CA
Vending machine business offers an opportunity for buyers seeking semi-passive income. The business consists of a network of well-maintained, contemporary machines supplying snacks, drinks, and...
$178,500
Cash Flow: $153,000
Very Profitable Mexican Restaurant – Roseville/Rocklin Area
Placer County, CA
We are pleased to offer this turnkey opportunity to own a thriving, established Mexican restaurant in one of Placer County’s most desirable cities. This profitable restaurant is known for its...
$899,000
Cash Flow: $359,259
Pizza Franchise - Beer & Wine - 100% Employee Run - Seller Financing
$250,000
Riverside, CA
#1 Restoration Franchise – $290K SDE & Huge Growth Opportunity
Thousand Oaks, CA
Rare opportunity to acquire a respected and recession-resistant emergency restoration franchise in the Ventura County region. With exclusive contracts, a full fleet of equipment and vehicles, and a...
$600,000
Cash Flow: $289,000
Closet Design, Build & Install
California
This company specializes in solving the frustrations of poorly designed or generic storage spaces. From closets and garages to custom cabinetry, we provide fully tailored, high-end solutions that...
$570,000
Cash Flow: $194,136
Karen Muller
Cannabis Business Brokers, Inc
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
Cannabis Business Brokers, Inc. was founded to bring a great depth of experience and professionalism to an industry that is rapidly expanding but experiencing growing pains. We have over 50 years combined experience in sales and purchases of businesses, including the liquor, pharmaceutical and restaurant industries. Our goal is to bring excellence to the sales process by a careful focus on due diligence of the business, so that sellers and buyers have access to the information and documentation that is standard in other industries.
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Motorcycle and car dealership and motorcycle repair on the 101
Oceanside, CA
A super opportunity to own a well established motorcycle sales and parts and repair business which also sells preowned cars and trucks this shop has a sales Area A workshop as well as a ample spaces...
6
$150,000
Cannabis Dispensary in NoHo - Closest to Burbank Airport - For Sale
Los Angeles, CA
Own & Operate, or Let Us Manage It for You! Take control of this prime retail dispensary, or leave the day-to-day operations to our expert management team for a hassle-free experience. We own and...
$149,999
Cash Flow: $123,000
Profitable iPhone Repair Shop – $80K+ Cash Flow – Priced to Sell
Long Beach, CA
ACE Tech – Established Electronics Repair Business in Long Beach, CA For sale is a well-established electronics repair business located in Long Beach, California. ACE Tech has built a strong...
3
$145,000
Cash Flow: $77,800
Trendy Boba & Dessert Shop – Prime Location – Turnkey Opportunity
San Diego, CA
Step into this beautifully built-out boba and dessert shop located in a high-traffic shopping center with excellent visibility and parking. The store is fully equipped with modern fixtures, a...
$300,000
Profitable and established Smoke Shop for sale in prime location
Riverside County, CA
Located in a prime location within a golf cart community and next to a bar. Excellent retail layout with a walk in humidor. Unbeatable opportunity to come into an existing thriving business! This is...
$395,000
FranchiseBig Frog Custom T-Shirts & More
Available in California
Tired of the corporate grind? Consider becoming part of a booming custom t-shirt and apparel industry that’s expected to more than double by 2030, with Big Frog Franchise. Own a lucrative, fulfilling, and FUN retail business with multiple revenue streams, minimal staffing needs, a 62.5% average gross profit margin, and low investment and inventory costs.
$250,000
See More FranchisesEstablished Fast Growing Medical Spa For Sale
Temecula, CA
******Please be aware that this is a medical facility and would require the new owner to hold a medical license or have a medical director on staff that must own at-least 51% of the business*****...
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$480,000
EBITDA: $510,000
Yucca Valley Pool Service Route for Sale
San Bernardino County, CA
Tight route with Solid rates makes this a profitable efficient route. Excellent route with room and opportunity to grow rapidly. Appreciative customers. Additional Service calls add another 5-7k month...
$216,000
Cash Flow: $224,000
4 Open Locations in L.A.- Skin Care Franchises with $6.6M in Revenue
$4,500,000
Los Angeles, CA
Mountain Mike's CA - California Coast - Multi-Unit
California
Mountain Mike’s Pizza | Franchise for Sale Asking Price: $2,500,000 Here’s your chance to own two established Mountain Mike’s Pizza franchise locations in highly desirable coastal communities in...
$2,500,000
Cash Flow: $692,484
[REDUCED PRICE] The Largest Smoke & Vape Shop in The South Bay
Torrance, CA
An outstanding opportunity to acquire a top-rated, profitable, long-standing vape and smoke retail store in Torrance, CA. This Smoke Shop is the trendiest in the South Bay with its elegant custom...
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$390,000
EBITDA: $580,000
Established Automotive Repair Franchise in Contra Costa County, CA
Contra Costa County, CA
A rare opportunity to purchase a successful Automotive Repair franchise in Contra Costa County, California. The Seller is confident in the future of this business and is willing to offer a Sellers...
$229,999
Cash Flow: $93,419
Unique Lifestyle Boutique: Jewelry, Gifts, Sculptures
San Diego, CA
We are a lifestyle boutique that offers a unique collection of hand made items such as jewelry clothing and accessories. In addition we sell lighting, African Sculptures and water features from around...
3
$250,000
Motivated Seller, Corner Prime Location!
San Francisco, CA
LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION! Turnkey restaurant opportunity in one of San Francisco’s most vibrant and safe neighborhoods — the Marina/Cow Hollow district. This prime corner lot offers unbeatable...
5
$150,000
Turnkey Restaurant Opportunity
Rowland Heights, CA
Turnkey restaurant opportunity in Diamond Plaza, Rowland Heights. 2,124 SF with lease through Dec. 2027 plus 5-year option. Prime high-traffic location with strong visibility. Monthly rent $11,747.09...
6
$168,888
Golden Triangle Luxury Sunglass & Optical Shop - Low Rent Gem
Beverly Hills, CA
Prime Beverly Hills Golden Triangle optical store located on “Little Restaurant Row” just steps from Rodeo Drive, in a walkable, dining focused stretch surrounded by world-class boutiques, five-star...
$250,000
Cash Flow: $120,000
FranchiseChurch's Texas Chicken
Available in California
QSR Multi-Unit Franchise Opportunity
$500,000
See More FranchisesExpress Car Wash Newly Built In 2022 + Property
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Visalia, CA
• PRIME LOCATION, NEAR MAJOR INTERSECTION ACROSS FROM COMMUNITY SHOPPING CENTER • Bubble Zone Express Car Wash was built ground up in late 2022 and is equipped with top tier McNeil equipment -...
$8,990,000
SHIFTR - Southern California's Stick Shift Driving School
Los Angeles, CA
After 1.5 years of establishing SHIFTR as the go-to source for stick shift lessons throughout California and Washington state, we are offering the opportunity to purchase our business and continue to...
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$150,000
Cash Flow: $100,000
Franchised Juice Bar - 100% Employee Run - Beach/Coastal Community
$325,000
Los Angeles County, CA
Fast Growing Roofing Company!
Sacramento, CA
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a highly profitable, fast-growing roofing company that has cemented its position as a leader in the Sacramento market. The business has demonstrated exceptional...
2
$2,250,000
Cash Flow: $700,000
Great turnkey Smog Test Only Shop opportunity in Carson, CA!
Carson, CA
The shop sits on a high-traffic cross street with excellent visibility, providing steady walk-in customer potential. While historical financial performance has been impacted by staff turnover, the...
3
$110,000
Cash Flow: $44,000
FranchiseExit Factor
Available in California
Exit Factor is a business coaching franchise that focuses on coaching small to medium sized companies on how to build a valuable and sellable business.
$60,000
See More FranchisesLGBT+ Bar & Cabaret Opportunity, Palm Springs TYPE 48 ABC
Palm Springs, CA
For Sale: A vibrant, well-established Palm Springs gay cocktail lounge and cabaret-style bar with nightly live performances and entertainment, operating five nights a week. The listing is fully...
$850,000
Online Pet Furniture Store 3k Profit Projections
Los Angeles County, CA
Selling Online Pet Furniture Store with $3k Profit and $10k Revenue Projections Here’s everything you need to know: Scalable Online Pet Furniture Store – A growing business offering stylish and...
$113,990
Turn key Poke Restaurant
Los Angeles, CA
Here’s your chance to own a popular, turnkey business in the heart of North Hollywood! Offering an exciting opportunity for an entrepreneur ready to bring their own vision and fresh ideas to an...
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$95,988
Established Courier 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 services for Sacramento's local businesses. Serving major corporations and small businesses alike, we specialize in...
$1,800,000
Great Income / Cashflow on the Central Coast of California
San Luis Obispo County, CA
Established Retail business with locations in San Luis Obispo, Santa Maria and Lompoc (each location about 30 miles apart) Business has been established in the community for over 15 years and has a...
$850,000
EBITDA: $325,000
Leigh Apodaca
The Apodaca Group at Compass
Serving Orange County, CA
The Apodaca Group, in partnership with Compass Commercial, offers invaluable assistance to entrepreneurs aiming to sell their small businesses. Our team excels in identifying suitable buyers and ensuring seamless transitions for all parties involved, making us an attractive option for business owners contemplating a sale. Should you be exploring the sale of your business and require support in locating the ideal purchaser, we invite you to connect with The Apodaca Group. This collaborative effort could prove to be a highly advantageous stride in your journey. Leveraging our team's capacity to engage with a diverse pool of potential candidates on a daily basis potentially enhances the probability of discovering the perfect buyer for your enterprise. If you have any specific questions, feel free to ask! Give us a call today!
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Liquor Store & Market, Huge Upside Potential Alameda, California
Alameda, CA
MS Real Estate is thrilled to share an exceptional opportunity to acquire a market and liquor store in one of Alameda, California's most affluent neighborhoods. Established in 2013, this well-managed...
$119,000
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
$45,000
Cash Flow: $95,000
Red-Hot AFTER-HOURS Adult Nightclub in North Hollywood!
$2,999,999
Los Angeles County, CA
12 Private Salon Suite For Sale 30 Years In Business
Folsom, CA
Established salon business with 12 private suites available for acquisition in prime Folsom, CA location. Operating continuously for 30 years since 1996, this well-established business features two...
$170,000
Cash Flow: $51,098
Children’s Clothing Boutique for Sale – Prime Location + Online Store
Beverly Hills, CA
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a children’s clothing boutique in one of Los Angeles’ most prestigious shopping destinations – Westfield Century City Mall. The sale also includes an established...
$99,000
Cash Flow: $120,000
FranchiseHealthSource Chiropractic
Available in California
HealthSource Chiropractic: $363K Avg Gross Profit with Unmatched Care Nationwide!
$150,000
See More FranchisesRare Opportunity: Well-Loved Dessert Business Up for Grabs!
Concord, CA
Step into ownership of a proven Beard Papa's franchise - the world-famous cream puff brand with over 550 locations worldwide. This Concord location sits right in the heart of Todos Santos Plaza,...
3
$198,000
Halal Meat and Grocery Store
San Joaquin County, CA
-Absentee run well established halal meat and grocery store for sale. -Specializes in high quality halal meats, spices and Middle Eastern products. -Well equipped butcher shop with a loyal customer...
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$475,000
Cash Flow: $250,000
Established Flower Shop with Loyal Customers for Sale
Orange, CA
Established Flower Shop in Old Towne Orange Since 1990 – A Blossoming Business Opportunity Step into a thriving, well-loved floral business with a legacy of over three decades in the heart of Old...
5
$120,000
Lake Tahoe Water Company
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Carnelian Bay, CA
Water company servicing 580+ water connections in beautiful Lake Tahoe. The company has been established for 60+ years serving drinking water to the neighborhood. Sale comes with water tanks, artesian...
$2,800,000
San Fernando Valley Pool Service Route for Sale
Los Angeles County, CA
Decades old, seasoned clients on this highly desirable route, many stops located in proximity to each other for maximum efficiency. These are established, choice communities with loyal, long-term...
$108,600
Cash Flow: $117,500
Premium Allstate Agency for Sale – Prime Location & Loyal Client Base
San Jose, CA
Price: $1,450,000 Location: San Jose, CA – Between Willow Glen & Campbell Industry: Insurance – Allstate Franchise Established: 2021 Business Overview: This is a rare opportunity to acquire a...
$1,450,000
Eco-Friendly 30+ years Cleaners with Loyal Customers! (runs itself)
San Diego, CA
Seller motivated and open to offers! This established eco-friendly cleaners, alterations, wash&fold, and laundry service business. They have a dedicated team who can run the business on their own, of...
$360,000
Residential Service Electrician 400+ 5-star Reviews on Google and Yelp
Santa Rosa, CA
For the right person, this is a turnkey operation with gross revenues of $450K per year, the business can provide a 5-year payback on an investment of $150K down with payments over time for a total...
$265,000
Operational Cannabis Dispensary Business For Sale (Corona, California)
Corona, CA
Fully Operational Cannabis Dispensary Business For Sale W/ Option To Purchase Real Estate (Corona, California) #1585 Take advantage of this rare opportunity to own a fully operational cannabis...
$1,999,000
FranchiseChocolate Bash
Available in California
The Chocolate Bash brand is beckoning entrepreneurial hopefuls who want a business with reasonable overhead, affordable start-up costs, impressive ROI, and sprawling market applicability.
$50,000
See More FranchisesBuy 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.
