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High Volume Mediterranean Restaurant with Catering & Party Room

Kings County, CA

11 Years Established Mediterranean Restaurant in Kings county * 4,000 SF space * Has a Private party room,Bar setup, & outside seating patio area * Catering options * Great Location * Annul Gross...

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$325,000

$325,000

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Operating Cross Platform Mobile Gaming Business for Sale

Santa Monica, CA

Business Description: The Company develops, publishes, and operates a cross-platform casual mobile game available across iOS, Android, PC, Web, and Telegram. The business is active and...

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Not Disclosed

Cash Flow: $1,498

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30 Year Made in USA Air Filtration Ecommerce Brand for Sale

Santa Monica, CA

Business Description A rare opportunity to acquire a profitable-margin, Made-in-USA consumer air-filtration and odor-control brand with more than 30 years of operating history and a defensible niche...

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Cash Flow: $44,400

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Operator Built Field Service SaaS Plus Marketplace Platform For Sale

Santa Monica, CA

A rare opportunity to acquire an established, founder-built software business serving the home-services trades. The company operates two complementary cloud products: a field service management (FSM)...

Not Disclosed

Not Disclosed

Cash Flow: $4,870

No Surrender | Highly Profitable Business Sale (2 Locations)

Clovis, CA

A rare opportunity to acquire two established, profitable family entertainment centers in Fresno & Clovis. Available together as a package or individually. Both are turnkey, cash-flowing operations...

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$3,800,000

$3,800,000

Prime Gaslamp Quarter Resturant– Turnkey Restaurant in San Diego's Hot

San Diego, CA

Prime Turnkey Pizzeria in the Epicenter of San Diego's Gaslamp Quarter – Ideal for Any Restaurant Concept! For sale: A fully equipped, operational pizzeria at 732 4th Ave, San Diego, CA 92101 – right...

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$100,000

$100,000

Cash Flow: $70,000

Concierge Medicine & Vascular Clinic in La Jolla.

San Diego, CA

Well-established outpatient clinic for sale in a highly desirable coastal San Diego market. Fully contained and operational. -Unique 4-in-1 (four clinics in one facility) opportunity including a...

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$600,000

$600,000

Southern California Commercial & Residential Electrical Contractor

California

Company is in a Prime Southern California location near the ocean. Business provides 24/7 emergency services. Company provides services to residential, commercial, industrial customers. Business is...

$499,000

$499,000

Cash Flow: $203,000

Popular Juice Bar & Event Catering Services

Los Angeles County, CA

- $4 Billion Market - Retail Sales hitting records - Huge Growth Opportunity in Event Catering - Exceptional Location in the highest foot traffic mall in The State of California - Branding is...

$249,000

$249,000

Cash Flow: $175,000

LA County Glass Contractor – Established 55 Years, Highly Profitable

Los Angeles, CA

This established glazing contractor represents a premier acquisition opportunity in Southern California's robust construction market. With 55 years of continuous operations, the company has developed...

$699,000

$699,000

Cash Flow: $390,000

Archadeck Outdoor Living
Franchise

Available in California

The Leading Outdoor Living Designer and Builder

$200,000

$200,000

Avg. Unit Revenue: $989,768

San Diego Downtown/Gaslamp Large Dry Cleaning / Laundry

San Diego, CA

This Is Basically An Asset Sale! This Location Was Recovered In 2025 By The Landlord And The Original Management. The Facility Was Fully Reconditioned, Equipment Restored and Sales Stabilized After...

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$199,000

$199,000

The UPS Store Franchise in Orange County California

Orange County, CA

SBA Pre-Qualified! Join one of the top and most sought after franchises. Exceptional opportunity to acquire a highly successful The UPS Store franchise in Orange County California. The 2025 revenues...

$570,000

$570,000

Cash Flow: $165,286

Established Sign Business In An Amazing Area For Sale

$255,000 - Alameda County, CA

$255,000

Alameda County, CA

Jeremiah Scroggins

United Franchise Group

Pool Service Route - San Jose, CA

San Jose, CA

JOIN A BILLION DOLLAR INDUSTRY WITH UNLIMITED POTENTIAL! OWN YOUR OWN THRIVING POOL SERVICE ROUTE WITH RECURRING POSITIVE CASH FLOW. Well established part time pool service route in upscale...

$36,120

$36,120

Cash Flow: $36,000

Established Agency

Long Beach, CA

Established and profitable Farmers Insurance agency located in the highly desirable Long Beach area is now available for acquisition. This turnkey opportunity is ideal for an experienced agent or...

$250,000

$250,000

Gianluca Carella

RouteCloud

Serving Los Angeles County, CA

Route Cloud specializes in assisting pool service route owners and pool service business operators with successful transactions across California, Arizona, Nevada, Texas, and Florida. Our focus is exclusively within the pool service industry, allowing us to bring a level of specialization and understanding that general business brokers often cannot provide. The pool service industry is unique. Recurring revenue models, route density, service pricing, equipment service work, and technician logistics all play an important role in determining the value and transferability of a pool route or pool service company. Our team understands these factors because we have operated inside the industry ourselves. Route Cloud leverages modern digital marketing strategies to connect sellers with a highly targeted audience of qualified buyers. Instead of relying solely on traditional listing marketplaces, we utilize digital advertising, industry-specific marketing channels, and a growing network of active buyers looking to expand their existing operations. Our buyer network includes both first-time entrepreneurs entering the pool service industry as well as established operators looking to expand their existing routes through strategic acquisitions. Whether the opportunity involves a small starter route or a large established pool service company, Route Cloud helps facilitate introductions, structure transactions, and guide both buyers and sellers through the process in a professional and efficient manner. By focusing exclusively on pool service routes and pool service businesses, Route Cloud aims to simplify the buying and selling process while helping both sides of the transaction achieve successful outcomes.

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Sandwich Shop, 20 Years In Business In Middle Of San Clemente.

San Clemente, CA

ESTABLISHED SANDWICH SHOP - 20 YEARS OF SUCCESS This well-established deli and sandwich shop represents an exceptional opportunity in the heart of San Clemente, Orange County. Operating successfully...

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$85,000

$85,000

Reputable and Profitable Driver's Education School FOR SALE!

San Diego, CA

Step into a turnkey driver's education business that delivers immediate cash flow and exceptional growth potential in San Diego's thriving market. This 10+ year established operation generates...

$450,000

$450,000

Cash Flow: $152,377

Former Julian Grill - Real Estate Included

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Julian, CA

Rare opportunity to acquire a freestanding restaurant property with restaurant improvements and assets located in the heart of Julian, California, one of Southern California’s most popular mountain...

$900,000

$900,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

World Famous Bakery and Coffee Shops

San Diego, CA

Established World Famous Bakery and Coffee Shop Chain - 3 Prime San Diego Locations This exceptional multi-location coffee and bakery business has dominated the San Diego County market for 19 years,...

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$395,000

$395,000

For Sale! Well Established Auto Parts Business!

Watsonville, CA

Davis Auto Parts has been serving the Watsonville and surrounding areas for over 70 years providing a large inventory of auto parts, automotive equipment and tools, paint supplies, agricultural...

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$650,000

$650,000

Big Frog Custom T-Shirts & More
Franchise

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

$250,000

Avg. Unit Revenue: $545,125

Established Senior Care Business in the Bay Area

Marin County, CA

ESTABLISHED SENIOR CARE BUSINESS This well-established operation offers exceptional opportunity in the rapidly growing in-home senior care market. BUSINESS STRENGTHS: • Cash flow on day 1 • 8-10...

$30,000

$30,000

Franchise Opportunity - Turnkey Stretch Zone studios in Orange County

Anaheim, CA

Rare opportunity to acquire an established Stretch Zone franchise studio in Irvine, California, located in the highly desirable Parkview Center. This location is fully operational, staffed and serving...

$150,000

$150,000

Newly Remodeled Paint and Sip Business

$100,000 - Los Angeles, CA

$100,000

Los Angeles, CA

Centrally Located Boba Franchise For Sale

Visalia, CA

Well established Boba Shop for sale. Deep-rooted throughout facets of the community. With limitless expansion possibilities through catering and other community events. Experienced and highly...

$320,000

$320,000

Well-Established Auto Dealer With 40-Car Indoor Showroom, 3 Offices

Corona, CA

Rare opportunity to acquire a unique DMV-approved indoor auto dealership in the heart of Southern California. Unlike traditional outdoor lots, this impressive facility features a 6,000–7,000 sq. ft....

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$100,000

$100,000

23 Years profitable San Marcos Appliance Store

San Marcos, CA

ESTABLISHED HOME APPLIANCE STORE - 23 YEARS OF PROFITABLE OPERATIONS This well-established retail business has maintained consistent profitability throughout its 23-year operating history, generating...

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$95,000

$95,000

Hospice Care Agency-Fully Operational-Established-Profitable-Turnkey

Santa Barbara, CA

This Outpatient Hospice Care Agency-Fully Operational-Well Established Since October 2020 ACHC Accredited Till 6/2027! Billing Privileges Of This Agency Was NEVER Suspended!!! Licensed By State Of...

$645,000

$645,000

Cash Flow: $100,000

Rare Opportunity: Profitable Smog Shop Owned Since 2008

Los Angeles, CA

Established and profitable STAR-Certified Smog Inspection Station in the heart of Canoga Park. Operating under the same ownership since 2008, Smog City has built a strong reputation for honest...

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$155,000

$155,000

Massage Business for Sale

Anaheim, CA

***Call or Text Diane Higuchi 909-725-3538 or Josie Lopez 626-202-9355 for more information*** Established Massage Business for Sale in Prime Anaheim Location This well-established massage therapy...

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$95,000

$95,000

Established Insurance Agency

Shasta County, CA

ESTABLISHED INSURANCE AGENCY - TURN-KEY OPPORTUNITY This well-established insurance agency in Shasta County, California presents a rare turn-key acquisition opportunity with immediate revenue...

$325,000

$325,000

Cash Flow: $155,651

Mister Sparky Electric
Franchise

Available in California

Power is powerful! Invest in a top-tier, recession-resistant electrical services franchise backed by the Mister Sparky brand!

$150,000

$150,000

Avg. Unit Revenue: $1,227,530

Own the Property and the Business.

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Joshua Tree, CA

INCLUDED EQUIPMENT 2 - 60# FL Speed Queen 2 - 40# FL Heubsch (2016) 13 - 30# FL Heubsch (2018) 6 - 20# FL Heubsch (2018) 4 - 10# TL Heubsch (2018) 14 - 30# Stack Dryers (2021) 2 - Changers 4 -...

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$995,000

$995,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Opportunity to take over a well establish franchise with high revenue

Sacramento, CA

Here is an opportunity to take on expanding franchise business that has potential to keep growing if taken care of correctly. No need to start a business from scratch and worry about potential loss....

$400,000

$400,000

Established Personal Care & Health Products Amazon FBA Store

$149,000 - Los Angeles, CA

$149,000

Los Angeles, CA

Home Health Care Agency-Fully Operatinal-Profitable-5 Yr Established

Santa Barbara, CA

NEW STATURE FOR CHOW FOR HOME HEALTH CARE AGENCIES AS OF 6/29/2026! Home Health Care License Issue Moratorium Was Just Extended!!! CHOW Only Will Be Allowed Atter Five (5) Years This Is Skilled...

$535,000

$535,000

Cash Flow: $100,268

Established E-Bike Sales & Service Shop – Loyal Customer Base, Turnkey

Alhambra, CA

ESTABLISHED E-BIKE RETAIL & SERVICE SHOP - SAN GABRIEL VALLEY Deer Focus E-Bike and Repair is a turnkey electric bike sales and service business, operating since 2021 from a street-level storefront on...

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$120,000

$120,000

GYMGUYZ
Franchise

Available in California

Own the #1 in-home and on-site personal training brand bringing fitness, accountability, and convenience directly to clients.

$50,000

$50,000

Avg. Unit Revenue: $142,273

Established Korean Tofu & BBQ Restaurant - Irvine

Irvine, CA

This is a rare opportunity to acquire a well-established Korean tofu and BBQ restaurant located in one of Irvine's busiest retail corridors. The restaurant enjoys strong visibility, ample parking, and...

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$380,000

$380,000

Restaurant Fully Equipped Ready to Start

Granite Bay, CA

Fully Equipped Ready to Start Space - Restaurant Build-Out Already Done - Save $200K+ and Launch Months Sooner A fully built-out fast-food space in Granite Bay is available for a new operator. The...

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$150,000

$150,000

Luxury Travel Representation Co - outside sales, marketing & promoting

El Segundo, CA

LUXURY TRAVEL REPRESENTATION COMPANY - ESTABLISHED 15+ YEAR BUSINESS This highly profitable luxury travel representation business offers an exceptional opportunity for an experienced sales...

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$260,000

$260,000

Cash Flow: $160,000

Semi-Absentee Operated Home Staging

Santa Clara County, CA

Established in 2013, this premier real estate home staging firm specializes in transforming properties into high-value showcases across the SF Bay Area. The business is semi-absentee operated,...

$275,000

$275,000

Cash Flow: $157,740

Los Angeles Craft Brewery & Tasting Room IP included

Los Angeles County, CA

Fully operational production brewery and tasting room. Very popular brand that has a strong customer following and established distribution in Los Angeles and surrounding counties. Many awards over...

$4,000,000

$4,000,000

WOO JAE 'TOM' PARK

KEY REALTY LLC

Serving Los Angeles County, CA

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Bar with Kitchen for Sale

Orange County, CA

Established Bar Restaurant with Full Liquor License - Orange County Opportunity This well-positioned bar and restaurant offers an exceptional opportunity in Orange County's thriving hospitality...

$225,000

$225,000

Snack Shop with Restaurant Size! Not Operating at Capacity!!

Huntington Park, CA

Imagine walking into your own thriving food business in one of Huntington Park's busiest locations! This established snack shop is your ticket to owning a profitable venture that's already beloved...

$89,999

$89,999

Cash Flow: $52,356

Authentic Persian and Mediterranean Restaurant

$1,200,000 - San Diego County, CA

$1,200,000

San Diego County, CA

Fred Kardous

America's Business Broker

Extreme Pizza Restaurant for sale

San Francisco, CA

Established Extreme Pizza franchise restaurant for sale in San Francisco's desirable South of Market location. This award-winning pizza restaurant has been successfully operating since 2009,...

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$199,000

$199,000

Once in a Lifetime- Won't last- Looking for experienced Restauranteur

City Of Industry, CA

ATTENTION INVESTORS! Own the Business & the Building – 47 Liquor License & Private Parking - Turnkey Restaurant & Real Estate Package –Rare LA County Opportunity! Prime Corner Lot with Huge Potential....

$150,000

$150,000

Bach to Rock
Franchise

Available in California

Operate a structured music education business with lessons, bands, and ongoing monthly tuition revenue.

$200,000

$200,000

Avg. Unit Revenue: $587,341

“SALE PENDING” Food & Beverage Bakery • Café • Coffee • Boba • Dessert

Folsom, CA

"SALE PENDING" Business Description An exceptional opportunity to acquire a beautifully built-out, modern food & beverage establishment in one of Folsom’s most desirable retail locations. Featuring a...

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$169,000

$169,000

Premier Collision Repair Center for Sale

Los Angeles, CA

This is a rare opportunity to acquire one of Los Angeles’ most respected and established collision repair facilities. World Auto Body & Paint has built an outstanding reputation over the past 14...

$585,999

$585,999

Highly Profitable San Diego County CPA Practice

Escondido, CA

Revenue Breakdown (7/1/2025 - 6/30/2026): • Individual & Fiduciary Returns: 607 returns at $961.94 average fee: $583,895 • Business Returns: 220 returns at $1,833.72 average fee: $403,419 • Benefit...

$1,800,000

$1,800,000

Cash Flow: $736,144

4 Years Open and Operating Home Services Franchise Resale

Hayward, CA

This San Francisco Bay Area franchise resale is a collaboration between two longtime friends and business partners. After successfully starting and operating a franchise location in Seattle, they...

$325,000

$325,000

Established salon business opportunity in Arcadia, California

Arcadia, CA

DLHOPE VR Hair Salon presents an opportunity to acquire an operating hair salon business in the established Arcadia market. Located at 815 W Naomi Ave, Suite H, the salon offers a turnkey commercial...

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$150,000

$150,000

Japanese Sushi Restaurant .

California

Step into immediate profitability with this established Japanese sushi restaurant that delivers consistent cash flow from day one. You'll bypass the typical 3-5 year startup struggle and begin earning...

$150,000

$150,000

Cash Flow: $120,000

Luxury Boudoir Studio | $40K+ Monthly Revenue | 100% Organic Leads

Encinitas, CA

J'adore Boudoir is an award-winning luxury boudoir photography studio established in 2018 and located in Encinitas, California. Built around a premium client experience and a distinctive artistic...

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$250,000

$250,000

5-Star Esthetics Practice + E-Commerce

Los Angeles, CA

Own a thriving, turnkey esthetics practice with a 5-star reputation, loyal repeat clientele, and multiple revenue streams. Includes a professional e-commerce website, proprietary private-label...

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$180,000

$180,000

Cash Flow: $80,000

Established Take Out Restaurant with 30,000+ Foot Traffic Weekly

Los Angeles County, CA

This is a Kelly’s Deli operation in front of a super busy Home Depot location in LA County. We have built and operated many of these take-out restaurants at Home Depot locations in Northern California...

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$225,000

$225,000

Paul Davis Restoration
Franchise

Available in California

Paul Davis has over a 97% success rate for franchises because success is part of our business model!

$500,000

$500,000

Avg. Unit Revenue: $4,837,325

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.