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...

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...

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...

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...

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...
Cash Flow: $160,000
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,...
Cash Flow: $157,740
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...
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...
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...
Cash Flow: $52,356
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,...
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....
Available in California
With a lower initial investment and $5.3M* AUV for offices open more than two years, Express Employment Professionals delivers exceptional ROI — backed by 40+ years of proven franchise success, 850+ locations, and a 98% franchisee satisfaction rating. You don't need prior staffing experience to build a scalable, recession-resilient business.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $5,342,686
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...
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...
$115,000
Orange County, CA
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...
Cash Flow: $736,144
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...
George Massalas
BIZ Builder.Com
Serving Ventura County, CA
George has an extensive career that spans over 50 years Owning, Operating and Selling Businesses of all kinds throughout the United States. Instead of investing in popular Stocks and Bonds, George forged a successful career investing in California Business Opportunities ~ and is widely recognized as a Leading Authority on Creating Jumbo-CAP Investments, securing Business Acquisitions and formulating Exit Strategies for Small to Medium-Sized Businesses. In 1980, George was among a handful of young, energetic entrepreneurs who invested heavily in a new Direct Mail Advertising Franchise [Money Mailer] ~ and was largely responsible for inventing the company’s Regional Franchise System. George’s early efforts helped catapult Money Mailer to become the #1 Direct Mail Advertising Franchise in the Nation. With Money Mailer’s dominance firmly in place, George re-prioritized his efforts by starting BIZ Builder.Com in 1995 ~ with the sole purpose of helping other young entrepreneurs achieve their financial dreams and goals. Leveraging unique Business Opportunities has always been a fundamental hallmark of George’s career ~ and continues to be a “Guiding Light” for the remarkable success BIZ Builder.Com enjoys throughout the United States today.
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...
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...
Cash Flow: $120,000
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...
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...
Cash Flow: $80,000
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...
Available Nationwide
Premium mobile coffee franchise from the makers of Kona Ice. Proven model, fixed royalties, and expert business support. Own your journey today!
Orange County, CA
Electrical & Lighting contractor with monthly contracts that provides monthly income, and continuous work for employees. We have had continued growth over the past 4 years. This would be a great...
Fontana, CA
Turnkey mobile detailing business for sale in Fontana / Inland Empire. This is a complete, running operation — not just a van. Step in and run it yourself from day one. THE BUSINESS: 4.9 rating, 170+...
Cash Flow: $55,000
$91,000
Santa Cruz County, CA
Pasadena, CA
Hexa Home Health Care is a California-licensed home health agency based in Pasadena, now available for change of ownership. The agency has completed its initial licensure with the California...
Los Angeles, CA
Pepperidge Farm Snack route for sale in the Baldwin Park, California area for $550,000. Financing available with an estimated $186,000 down! Currently grossing $481,312 in sales and nets $86,018....
EBITDA: $86,018
Bloomington, CA
Profitable and well-established FedEx P&D (pickup and delivery) routes operating out of the Rialto FedEx Station. The routes are strategically arranged for efficient load sharing and fully compliant...
EBITDA: $375,586
Alameda County, CA
Profitable and well-established FedEx P&D (pickup and delivery) routes operating out of the FedEx San Leandro Station. The routes are strategically arranged for efficient load sharing and fully...
EBITDA: $376,184
Susanville, CA
Established Convenience Store with Beer/Wine License - Susanville, CA This well-positioned convenience store presents an excellent opportunity for an owner-operator in Susanville's Lassen County...
Campbell, CA
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a turnkey Row House boutique fitness studio in Campbell, California, located in the heart of Silicon Valley at the popular Pruneyard Shopping Center. Row House is...
Fremont, CA
ESTABLISHED GENERAL DENTAL PRACTICE - FREMONT, CA Well-established general dental practice serving the Fremont community for over 20 years. This turnkey opportunity offers a proven business model with...
Available in California
Wize Computing Academy® is a leader in Children Enrichment Education and is recognized as a Top Education, Children's Products and Services Franchise.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $109,318
El Cajon, CA
"Big Red" our 1953 Ford. Big Red is fitted with everything needed to drive up, set up and serve any number of guests at your unique vintage event. Comfortable and adaptable to small intimate settings...
California
Carson Bomar represents a rapidly growing temperature-controlled transportation company serving recurring food-grade and cold-chain customers that is operated virtually by its owner. The business has...
Cash Flow: $532,542
$95,000
Marin County, CA
Laguna Niguel, CA
Welcome to Legends Seafood & Steakhouse, where fine dining meets luxury, comfort, and an exceptional dining experience. Now offered for sale, this established and highly regarded restaurant presents a...
Burbank, CA
Turnkey Bagel Boss Franchise Resale in Burbank, California Acquire an established Bagel Boss franchise in the highly desirable Burbank market and step into a fully built-out restaurant operation...
Available Nationwide
Bring Moe's To Fans Who Crave Something Different. Moe's Southwest Grill is all about big flavor, good vibes, and doing things a little differently. From fresh-made burritos and tacos to the famous free chips and salsa, Moe's has created a dining experience that keeps guests coming back. If you're looking for a franchise opportunity with personality and a passionate fan base, Moe's offers a chance to grow with a brand that celebrates individuality and welcomes everyone to the table.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $1,184,316
La Canada, CA
This established custom framing and fine art gallery has served its community for over 30 years, earning a reputation for exceptional craftsmanship, personalized service, and museum-quality framing....
Santa Clara County, CA
Rare opportunity to acquire a very high gross, high net, well established, high visibility, Santa Clara County located Super Market with full Liquor license. This high-end affluent area located Super...
Cash Flow: $1,554,093
Folsom, CA
Turnkey Fast Casual Restaurant | Folsom, CA Folsom is one of the Sacramento region's most affluent markets — and this fully built-out restaurant is your entry point into it without the startup pain....
Los Angeles, CA
This established practice in West Los Angeles/Brentwood combines an full-service Family Medicine practice with a cosmetic medical practice Both are under the supervision of the physician but the...
Cash Flow: $370,000
San Diego County, CA
Legal Disclosure: "THIS IS A SALE OF AN OPERATING BUSINESS, NOT AN INVESTMENT IN SECURITIES. THIS IS A STOCK TRANSFER SALE THAT WILL BE COMPLETED BY A LICENSED STOCK TRANSFER AGENT. MARKETING BROKER...
Claudia Castro
Iconic Business Technologies, Inc.
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
Iconic is a technology-driven M&A advisory platform that helps business owners sell or merge their companies with confidence and efficiency. With over 70 years of combined team experience, more than 200 transactions completed, and over $2 billion in closed deal volume, Iconic focuses on the lower middle market, typically working with companies generating up to $100 million in revenue. Headquartered in Los Angeles, California, Iconic blends AI-powered buyer sourcing, a proprietary deal-management platform called Iconic Rail, and experienced advisory teams to streamline the sell-side process. Positioned between traditional investment banks and small business brokers, Iconic offers a data-backed, high-touch experience that connects quality sellers with well-matched strategic and financial buyers, delivering faster timelines and stronger outcomes through a modernized M&A process.
San Mateo, CA
Established Welding Shop - 50+ Years of Success This exceptional welding and metal fabrication business offers a rare opportunity to acquire a turnkey operation with five decades of proven success in...
Chino Hills, CA
Five profitable boutique fitness studios generated approximately $5.3 million in annual revenue and nearly $2 million in cash flow. Approximately 90% of revenue comes from recurring memberships,...
Cash Flow: $1,977,509
$95,000
Alameda County, CA
Monrovia, CA
Established Pet Store & Self Dog Wash - Monrovia, CA This thriving natural pet supply store and grooming business presents an exceptional opportunity in downtown Monrovia's bustling commercial...
Cash Flow: $60,400
California
Highly regarded full-service Indian restaurant operating in a prime, high-traffic location with strong local and tourist demand. Elegant high-end interior featuring authentic décor, private dining...
Cash Flow: $500,000
Available Nationwide
New Immersive Attractions, Low Start-Up, Avg. $232k Net Profit*, join the fastest growing entertainment brand with 100+ units sold
Avg. Unit Revenue: $705,011
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Compton, CA
Business Summary: Amazing and thriving business that has been in the community for over 55 years. This is a rare opportunity to purchase a well-known icehouse and real estate with an established...
Cash Flow: $130,000
Oceanside, CA
This established Podiatry Practice generates approximately $170,000 in annual seller discretionary earnings while currently operating on a part-time schedule, offering an excellent income opportunity...
Cash Flow: $170,000
Lakewood, CA
This well-established jewelry design, sales, and repair business offers a rare opportunity to acquire a turnkey operation with more than 35 years of history. Established in 1989, the business has...
Orange County, CA
Absentee Mixed Martial Arts Studio - $45K SDE Do you have a passion for fitness, martial arts, and helping your community? This is a great opportunity to own a local mixed martial arts studio with a...
Cash Flow: $44,151
Fremont, CA
Established turn-key bubble tea business with fully equipped operations and an existing customer base. The shop offers a variety of popular milk tea, fruit tea, specialty beverages, and snack items in...
Orange County, CA
This highly profitable kickboxing and fitness franchise is located in a busy retail plaza and has built an outstanding reputation within the community, supported by strong online reviews and a loyal...
Cash Flow: $275,208
San Francisco, CA
** SBA bankable** ON PACE FOR RECORD 2026 — $5.6M REV THROUGH JUNE — TRACKING $11M+ REV & $2M EBITDA This residential exterior remodeling company installs windows, doors, siding, gutters, and...
Cash Flow: $1,649,610
Orange County, CA
This premier stone and quartz slab fabrication and installation business has served Southern California for nearly 20 years, earning an HGTV feature and a run as the go-to fabricator for a major...
Cash Flow: $728,251
Los Angeles, CA
Opportunities of this caliber rarely come to market. This is a well-established, high-revenue nail salon operating in a prime, high-traffic Los Angeles location with a long-standing reputation and...
Available in California
*SMART. SCALABLE. MOBILE. A Business Built for Long-Term Success with: *Home Based Business *No Restoration Experience Necessary *Low Overhead, Start with One Van & One Lead Technician *Simple to Launch, Built to Grow
Avg. Unit Revenue: $653,287
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:
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.