Los Angeles County, CA
This well-established freight company provides drayage service from the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach to warehouses in Southern California. The company was established over 39 years ago and has...

Los Angeles County, CA
This well-established freight company provides drayage service from the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach to warehouses in Southern California. The company was established over 39 years ago and has...
Cash Flow: $2,154,000

Rio Vista, CA
Sierra West Boat Works represents a rare opportunity to acquire one of Northern California's premier full-service marine facilities, strategically located on the scenic Sacramento Delta. For decades,...
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Arbuckle, CA
ESTABLISHED GROCERY STORE WITH REAL ESTATE - ARBUCKLE, CALIFORNIA This turnkey grocery store operation presents a compelling acquisition opportunity, combining an established retail business with...
Cash Flow: $550,000

Mill Valley, CA
An opportunity to acquire a long-established acupuncture, functional medicine, and integrative health practice serving Mill Valley and the greater Marin County community. East West Optimum Health has...
Cash Flow: $160,329
Temecula, CA
Price Just Reduced by $100k! Seller Motivated. Located in the vibrant and highly sought-after Old Town Temecula, Public House is a well established, high energy restaurant and bar offering a rare...
San Diego, CA
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a legendary player in the global collector automotive scene: Sports Car Company, Inc. Located in the heart of La Jolla Village, this family-owned exotic and...
Fremont, CA
MS Real Estate Inc. is pleased to present a compelling opportunity to acquire a liquor and food store business in the burgeoning Irvington district of Fremont, California. Established in 1994, this...
Sacramento County, CA
$2.5 million used copier wholesale distributor. This distributor, primarily sells Konica-Minolta and Ricoh, is very profitable with EBIT and EBITDA returns ranging from 11% to 15% in each of last four...
EBITDA: $375,000
Sherman Oaks, CA
A great opportunity to acquire an award-winning neighborhood café located on the highly desirable Ventura Boulevard in Sherman Oaks. Recognized as a Top 3 Sherman Oaks Café Award Winner, the business...
San Mateo, CA
Own one of the Bay Area's most recognizable mobile event businesses. Tap Truck SF is a turnkey experiential event company built around a beautifully restored 1974 Volkswagen Tap Truck, affectionately...
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Average Annual Franchise Revenue:$514,024* Own an Award-Winning Pest Control Business with the Flexibility of a Home-Based Office.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $257,593
Chino Hills, CA
Toastique Chino Hills is a fully equipped gourmet fast-casual franchised café in the heart of Chino Hills' City Center, the civic and retail core of one of Southern California's most affluent suburban...
Temecula, CA
Cali Kabob presents a rare opportunity to acquire a well-established, family-owned Middle Eastern restaurant in one of Temecula’s most desirable and rapidly growing trade areas. Rooted in over a...
$120,000
Orange, CA
Rolling Hills Estates, CA
After more than 7 successful years operating Creme de la crepe -Rolling Hills , I'm ready to retire and to pass this thriving business to its next owner. This charming French bistro & crêperie is...
Cash Flow: $80,000
Highland, CA
High performing dry cleaners for sale in a popular shopping center with high visibility. This location averages over 230 pieces a day! Here is what is included in the sale : 2 laundry pressing...
Cash Flow: $284,400
Joel Higginbotham
Business Team Group
Serving Placer 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.
Pleasanton, CA
Your time is now!!! Get involved with running a Farmers Insurance Agency. You can enter into an industry that is recession-proof and has unlimited financial growth with residual income. Owning a...
San Diego, CA
Restaurant for Sale – Imperial Beach, West of I-5 Turnkey opportunity to own a fully equipped restaurant in a high-volume location with lots of room to grow. Situated in a large standalone 3,065 sq....
San Diego, CA
Outstanding Restaurant for Sale in San Diego! Keep current name and concept or bring your own name and menu. Either way it's a Rare Opportunity in this bustling Point Loma Shopping Center Turnkey...
Sherman Oaks, CA
Turnkey, fully licensed home health agency in Southern California, established in 2018 and actively operating. CDPH-licensed and Medicare-certified with a clean, multi-year enrollment history. The...
Danville, CA
Toastique Danville is a fully equipped gourmet fast-casual franchised café occupying the entire ground floor of a standalone corner building in the heart of downtown Danville, one of the most affluent...
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Average Annual Franchise Revenue: $622,650* Own the #1 Ranked Tile and Grout Cleaning Business by Entrepreneur Magazine.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $351,238
Fresno County, CA
2 Vintage Event Trailers – Fully operational with A/C and heat. The black trailer includes running water for coffee and bar service. Mirror Me Photo Booth – Touchscreen, props, and instant...
San Mateo County, CA
ACT Capital Advisors is pleased to present for acquisition a leading full-service landscape construction, maintenance, irrigation, and outdoor infrastructure contractor serving commercial, municipal,...
EBITDA: $1,140,000
$1,290,000
Ventura County, CA
Millbrae, CA
Melody & Joy Music Studio At Melody & Joy Music Studio, we believe that music is a lifelong journey. We provide high-quality music education for both children and adults in a supportive, inspiring,...
Bakersfield, CA
Active Medicare Provider/CDPH Lic. Active patients. Priced to Sell. Also looking for a good partner in Bakersfield Area. Majority Share Holder. Pls Email. Thank You...
Los Angeles County, CA
*Business Highlights* Strong brand presence in the high-end luxury and exotic vehicle market Established reputation for excellence, discretion, and premium client service Proven, consistent...
Burbank, CA
Cricket West Dry Cleaners is a great opportunity to purchase a well-located, full-service dry cleaning plant in Burbank. The business faces limited direct competition in the immediate area. With...
Los Angeles, CA
Fully Accredited Hair Transplant & Regenerative Medical Practice 2 Locations – Los Angeles (Encino) & San Diego Asking Price: $1,950,000 2025 Gross Revenue: $1,400,000 Seller Discretionary Earnings...
Cash Flow: $645,859
Santa Cruz, CA
Founded in 2010, this highly regarded paddleboard and foil sports retailer is one of the original stand-up paddleboards (SUP) shops in North America and has operated successfully from the same prime...
Cash Flow: $154,500
San Jose, CA
Established Weight Loss, Body Contouring and Aesthetics Med Spa Established in 1990 and owned since 2004, this highly regarded weight loss clinic and medical spa has become a trusted destination in...
Cash Flow: $365,000
Available in California
WSI is a digital marketing company with a strong international presence. Our Digital Marketing Consultants use their knowledge and expertise to make a difference for businesses all around the world.
Torrance, CA
P.A.T. Trucking Company Operation Serving 48 States, Established Relationship with Lots Of Customers Specialized Freight With Trailers, Since 1986. 1 Truck Freightliner 2015 Total Miles 425,000 1...
Napa, CA
Mission Foods Multi Route Distributorship For Sale | Napa, CA — $300,000 About the Route Mission Foods multi route distributorship for sale - $300,000. These territories service portions of Napa CA...
Cash Flow: $210,246
$72,500
Sonoma County, CA
California
This Small-Batch Wine Brand and Manufacturing/Sales Platform is a Northern California Limited Liability Company and has been in operation for the past 10 years under the current founding ownership....
Sacramento, CA
🔥 Restaurant / Retail Opportunity – Sacramento, CA 🔥 📍 Prime Location -Sacramento Downtown Excellent opportunity to own a fully built-out restaurant or retail space in a high-visibility Sacramento...
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The #1 award winning senior care franchise that offers a low cost of entry with multiple revenue streams. Our national network of franchise professionals provide guidance for families and their loved ones including locating the best long-term living options and eldercare consulting services.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $192,890
SBA LOAN ELIGIBLE
California
For sale is a well-established branded swimwear and aquatics products company in California with more than two decades of operating history, offering a diversified portfolio of specialty apparel,...
Cash Flow: $661,185
Orange County, CA
Profitable, premier fitness facility in South Orange County designed to provide independent trainers, fitness instructors, and wellness professionals with a high-quality space to conduct their...
Cash Flow: $89,234
Watsonville, CA
This well-established California cuisine in the Santa Cruz County offers an excellent opportunity for an owner-operator or experienced restaurateur looking to acquire a large, fully equipped...
Orange County, CA
Established in 1985, this automotive repair shop has been a fixture in the community for over 40 years. The business has a very loyal customer base, steady repeat business, and a reputation of 4.8...
Cash Flow: $150,462
Marin County, CA
Established & Profitable Deli – 20+ Years of Success | $120K Seller Earnings | Growth Potential RRC#5350 Asking Price: $249,000 Location: Marin County Annual Revenue: $575,000 Annual Cash Flow:...
Simon Hong
SM Realty & Investment, Inc.
Serving Riverside County, CA
16 years of experience in the commercial field as a Real Estate Broker
Riverside County, CA
Transworld Business Advisors of the Coachella Valley, DRE #02120938, is proud to present this established specialty food and gift retail business located in a highly desirable desert-area shopping...
Cash Flow: $60,200
Alameda County, CA
Newly Built Second-Gen Livermore Restaurant Space – Corner Location with 30-Seat Patio and Low Rent RRC#5348 Asking Price: $249,000 Location: Contra Costa County Annual Revenue: Contact for Info...
$100,000
Los Angeles County, CA
Sacramento County, CA
ESTABLISHED PIZZA RESTAURANT WITH ABC LICENSE - SACRAMENTO COUNTY This well-established pizza restaurant represents a turnkey acquisition opportunity, featuring decades of continuous operation and a...
Cash Flow: $55,000
SBA LOAN ELIGIBLE
San Diego County, CA
RARE FIND for sale! This established environmental consulting firm represents a compelling acquisition opportunity in a rapidly expanding market sector. With over ten years of continuous operations,...
Cash Flow: $172,950
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First Choice Business Brokers are a team of passionate professionals that assist buyers and sellers of small to medium-sized businesses with their buying/selling transactions. With over 25 years of industry-leading experience, new franchise owners are expertly trained in a proven business model. This unique opportunity offers multiple streams of revenue by helping business owners.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $315,395
Napa County, CA
Creative & Popular Artisan Bakery with Well Established Clients and Distribution RRC#5257 Asking Price: $350,000 Location: Napa County Annual Revenue: $2,384,794 Annual Cash Flow:Contact for Info...
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*****...
EBITDA: $510,000
Fountain Valley, CA
Beautiful Salon with its own brand and formula $115,000 at cost included in price .On a very busy Ave with lots of parking . Established 40 years ago but recently totally remodeled and just added 2 AC...
Cash Flow: $132,168
California
Renowned Integrative Medicine Platform | CRE Available | $4M SDE Real Estate Not Included in List Price. Business Price $19.3M, CRE price $18M. Total Combined $37.3M. Targeting Sale of Both. This...
Cash Flow: $4,081,760
Los Angeles, CA
Carpo Wraps is a turnkey automotive customization business in Los Angeles specializing in vinyl wraps, PPF, nano ceramic tint, and ceramic coatings. The sale includes a fully equipped facility, tools,...
Newport Beach, CA
Turnkey boutique pet retail opportunity located in a highly desirable coastal Newport Beach market. This beautifully curated pet boutique offers apparel, treats, toys, collars, leashes, accessories,...
Cash Flow: $35,000
Ontario, CA
PRICE WAS JUST REDUCED BY $100K, FROM $895K TO $600K Profitable Outpatient Hospice Care Agency-With Solid Financial Performances-Well Established Since 2021-JACHO Accredited-Fully Operatinal-Real...
Cash Flow: $480,000
Los Angeles County, CA
Established Charleys Philly Steaks franchise opportunity featuring multiple locations across Southern California including Victorville, Hesperian, and San Bernardino. This turnkey restaurant operation...
Los Angeles, CA
Listing Details: - Location: Los Angeles, CA - Number of Units: 61 - Terminal Brand: GenMega & Hyosung - Age of Machines: 2-6 years - Established: 2019 For sale: A profitable ATM route consisting of...
Cash Flow: $200,000
Available Nationwide
Home of the Original Buffalo Wing and part of food history. Expanding nationally with plenty of territory available for franchisees to grow. Learn more about joining our team now.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $2,449,992
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.