Santa Monica, CA
Established chic day spa located in the heart of Santa Monica on Main. St. with over 1000 unique clients. Plenty of public metered parking for customers. One reserved parking spot in the gated garage....
Businesses For Sale in California
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Established Spa on Main St. - Minutes Away From Santa Monica Pier
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$90,000
Salon for sale
Los Angeles, CA
The Powder Room is moving. Established hair salon for sale-Amazing location!!! 1500 square feet -6 hair styling stations and 3 private rooms with sinks- (new owner to negotiate lease terms with...
6
$125,000
Academy Tailor Shop
Pasadena, CA
Hello! If you are looking to purchase a business that makes around $75,000 take home revenue per year with only one employee then this is the buy for you. Noe's Academy tailor shop sits on busy and...
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$90,000
Cash Flow: $75,000
Retractable window screens business - no franchise fees
Carmichael, CA
Exclusive dealership opportunity for existing retractable screen business. Work with the manufacturer of Casper Disappearing Screen Systems. Products are sold all over the US and shipped...
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$30,000
So Cal Locksmith Business for Sale
Carlsbad, CA
Located in the heart of Carlsbad Village, California and with 29 years of experience, we have been providing locksmith services to all of North San Diego County. With a client base of over 5000...
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$465,000
Cash Flow: $150,000
Beautifully Designed and Built Tropical Fish Store
Visalia, CA
Beautifully Designed and Built Tropical fish Store, being sold with the store's Aquarium Service Company. Located in California's Central San Joaquin Valley, in Visalia, one of the fastest growing...
5
$280,000
FROZEN YOGURT SHOP - FRANCHISED
Los Angeles, CA
This is a rare opportunity to own a well-established franchised frozen yogurt shop located in a prime location near schools and offices. The busy shopping plaza includes a variety of national chains...
$59,990
Esteemed Timeshare Exit Firm – $496K SDE & Exclusive Partners
San Diego, CA
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a high-margin, virtually operated timeshare exit company that delivers powerful results for its clients and strong profits for its owner. With a specialized,...
$2,907,000
Cash Flow: $496,071
Successful Primary Care Practice and MedSpa
Los Angeles County, CA
Successful Primary Care Practice (PCP) and well-equipped MedSpa with 6 Providers and more than 15,000 patients, including 850 Medicare patients. Located in North Los Angeles County Antelope Valley...
$3,000,000
SMOKE SHOP, HIGH VOL, MONTHLY NET $15K AVG.
Los Angeles County, CA
This well-established smoke shop offers a fantastic opportunity for entrepreneurs looking to own a profitable retail business in a bustling, high-traffic area. The store boasts a spacious 1,000 sq....
$299,000
Cash Flow: $180,000
FranchiseChristian Brothers Automotive
Available Nationwide
A trusted name in the auto repair industry for over 40 years, Christian Brothers Automotive is a Christian business that provides each guest the “love your neighbor” experience. Currently, there are more than 265 locations successfully operating across 30 states, with a growth plan to reach 350 strategically placed locations by end of 2025.
$85,000
See More FranchisesSupplement Nutrition Retail Store
Riverside, CA
This established and well-known nutritional supplement and fitness store has been serving the Riverside and Moreno Valley community for over 7 years. Located in the same high-traffic shopping center...
$168,000
Chiropractic Office 40+ Years – Auburn, CA
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Placer County, CA
Step into a well-established chiropractic practice with a 40+ year legacy in the desirable community of Auburn, California. The current owner is retiring AND MOTIVATED, creating an opportunity for a...
$530,000
Online Kids Toys Store 3k Profit Projections
$103,990
Fresno County, CA
50+ Yrs. Window & Glass Installation w/ Contracts
Los Angeles County, CA
For over 50 years, this well-established window and glass company has been a cornerstone in the North Los Angeles County construction and property improvement landscape. With a legacy built on high...
$435,000
Cash Flow: $49,962
Upscale Restaurant with Large Patio & ABC License
Ventura County, CA
Rare opportunity to acquire a beautifully built-out wine bar and restaurant in Ventura County, California. This stylish, turnkey operation features health-conscious cuisine, an extensive wine list,...
$110,000
Cash Flow: $62,554
Jock Purtle
Business Exits Inc.
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
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Well-Established Pizza Parlor with Proven Profits-Uptown Gem
Oakland, CA
Have you ever dreamed of owning a successful pizza business in one of Oakland’s most vibrant neighborhoods? This is your chance to take the reins of a well-established and profitable pizzeria that has...
$99,900
Cash Flow: $65,000
Covina Outlet Store
West Covina, CA
Take advantage of this rare opportunity to step into a fully operational and stocked outlet store in high traffic location, known as The Covina Outlet store this space is beautifully set up and ready...
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$25,000
Orange County Medical Spa For Sale
Anaheim, CA
Established in 2001 by visionary founders, this esteemed Medical Spa practice in Southern California's historic Colony District of Anaheim presents an exceptional opportunity for an established...
$2,750,000
Cash Flow: $576,603
Established Boba & Tea Shop – Dana Point / Laguna Niguel
Dana Point, CA
Opportunity to take over an established boba and beverage shop located in the Dana Point / Laguna Hills area. The shop is part of the Teaspoon brand, offering handcrafted drinks including boba teas,...
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$180,000
Cash Flow: $85,000
Pho Kuroushi
Garden Grove, CA
Pho Kuroushi presents an exceptional opportunity to acquire a well-established Vietnamese fusion restaurant specializing in premium Wagyu beef pho. Located in the heart of Little Saigon in Garden...
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$210,000
FranchiseFive Star Painting
Available Nationwide
Five Star Painting, a Neighborly company, is the nation's leading residential and commercial painting services franchise. With us, business ownership is a stroke of genius!
$50,000
See More FranchisesFamily own Pizzeria for Sale
Roseville, CA
Family-Owned Pizzeria for Sale in Growing Roseville Market Established in 2017, this well-maintained family-owned pizza restaurant presents an excellent opportunity for an owner-operator in Roseville,...
6
$199,999
Profitable bb.q Chicken Franchise in Southern CA
California
This is a rare opportunity to own a highly successful and turnkey bb.q Chicken franchise, a globally recognized leader in Korean fried chicken. With over 200 locations in the United States, the brand...
$1,200,000
Cash Flow: $432,000
Profitable San Diego Sailing Charter
$135,000
San Diego, CA
Turnkey Sushi Restaurant in Prime Port Hueneme Location w Beer and Lic
Port Hueneme, CA
Turnkey Sushi Restaurant in Prime Port Hueneme Location with beer and wine lic. Here's your chance to own and operate Sushi restaurant, a well-established and popular sushi restaurant located in the...
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$150,000
Cash Flow: $40,000
Northern California Retail Antique & Home Decor Shop - SC2230
California
Northern California Retail Antique & Home Decor Shop - SC2230 Financial Information Asking Price: $125,000 Cash Flow: On request Gross Revenue: $150,000 Down Payment: $125,000 Adjusted EBITDA: On...
$125,000
Newly Renovated Pizza Restaurants in San Jose
San Jose, CA
Beer & Wine License Included Accept EBT Food and EBT Cash For dine-in and take out orders Available on DoorDash, Grubhub, Uber, Slice Pizza Me is a well-established, profitable pizza restaurant...
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$150,000
Franchise Japanese Ramen Restaurant
Los Angeles County, CA
Don't miss this rare opportunity to acquire a high-profile, well-established ramen franchise restaurant located in a bustling, high-visibility shopping center surrounded by major national retailers....
$980,000
Cash Flow: $300,000
Pump and Valve Representative/Distributor - Semi Absentee Run! SC2229
California
Northern California Pump and Valve Representative/Distributor - Semi Absentee Run! - SC2229 Wholesale & Distributors Businesses for Sale Primary Category: Distributors & Other Wholesale Businesses for...
$349,000
Cash Flow: $102,000
Solar Energy Company in Prime Location
Shasta County, CA
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a well-established solar company located in a high visibility area. The business has built a strong reputation in Northern California for delivering high quality...
$995,000
Cash Flow: $379,000
Iconic Venice Area Bar w/Built-in Entertainment– Neighborhood Favorite
Los Angeles, CA
This Iconic Venice Beach area bar and restaurant with a built-in entertainment concept is a neighborhood favorite with locals and visitors alike. The indoor and outdoor venue, which occupies an...
$375,000
FranchiseFully Promoted
Available Nationwide
We are operators looking to expand with the right franchisees in the right markets. Our stores open and ramp up quickly, and the cash-on-cash returns in our company are unparalleled. We provide maximum support for every franchisee, from site selection to accounting, marketing, training, customer service support, business to business development and more! Our software and supply-chain logistics are second to none in our industry.
$60,000
See More FranchisesEstablished FDA - cGMP Supplement Contract Manufacturer
San Diego County, CA
Based in Vista, California (San Diego County), this profitable, stable, and turnkey contract manufacturer and e-commerce retailer has been helping clients develop their healthcare supplement visions...
$668,000
Cash Flow: $182,616
Highest Rated Pull Up Bar on Amazon
San Marcos, CA
Established in 2008 Stud Bar Pull Up Bar has grossed over 5 million dollars in sales during that period maintains a reputation in the fitness industry as a gym quality pull up bar for your home. Stud...
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$210,000
Cash Flow: $60
Day Spa and Skin Care
$190,000
Santa Cruz County, CA
Prime OC Opportunity! Two Established Auto Repair Shops for Sale!
Orange County, CA
Are you ready to drive your entrepreneurial dreams forward? An incredible opportunity awaits to acquire two highly profitable and well-established auto repair shops in the heart of bustling Orange...
$829,000
Cash Flow: $330,000
Packaging Supplies & Equipment Sales
Los Angeles County, CA
This business is a wholesale supplier of packaging materials, serving manufacturers and distributors. Its product line includes shrink film, tamper-evident bands, shrink sleeves, pallet stretch wrap,...
$1,750,000
Cash Flow: $425,000
FranchiseVitality Bowls
Available in California
Roy and Tara Gilad founded Vitality Bowls in 2011 to bring healthy, allergy-safe food to communities. Today, it’s a nationally recognized, award-winning franchise.
$75,000
See More FranchisesTurnkey Flooring & Cabinet Showroom
El Dorado County, CA
Ready-to-operate home improvement business in a high-demand industry. Close to highway 50 and many restaurants and shopping plazas, it is located on a major roadway in California’s Mother Lode region....
$199,000
Established Fencing Business - $1.3M / Year in Revenue last year
Ventura, CA
This established fencing business presents a compelling opportunity to acquire a profitable, turnkey operation in Ventura County's thriving construction market. With $1.3 million in annual revenue and...
$400,000
EBITDA: $122,506
Profitable Premier Custom Glasswork Company For Sale
Los Angeles, CA
This premier Glasswork Company presents a compelling acquisition opportunity with significant growth potential. With $2.5 million in ongoing projects for 2025 and 44 active projects currently...
$1,200,000
Cash Flow: $363,417
Highly Profitable Sign & Graphics Franchise in Stanislaus County
Stanislaus County, CA
Established in 1995, the Company has been servicing the middle of the Central Valley, CA and surrounding area for 30 years. Specializing in B2B customers, the Company provides a wide array of services...
$649,000
Cash Flow: $267,000
Kumon Learning Center - Profitable, Branded and Turnkey
Los Angeles County, CA
*Seller Financing available for qualified buyers* Rare opportunity to acquire a profitable Kumon Math & Reading Center in the heart of Lomita. Established in 2021 by a retired engineer and educator,...
$55,000
Cash Flow: $45,000
Jim Pate
Restaurant Realty Company
Serving Contra Costa County, CA
Restaurant Realty Company was founded by Steven D. Zimmerman in the San Francisco Bay Area in 1996. Since inception the company has developed into the largest California restaurant brokerage specializing in sales, acquisitions and leasing of restaurants, bars, nightclubs and related commercial buildings with local representation in the San Francisco Bay Area, Sacramento, Los Angeles, Orange County and San Diego markets. Restaurant Realty’s brokers and agents are well versed in conducting deals with independent restaurant owners, landlords, buyers, and lessees of businesses and real estate, as well as larger ownership groups and buyers of multi-unit operations, franchises and chains. Restaurant Realty’s current brokers and agents have had great success completing transactions with over 3,200 clients, selling/leasing over 1,600 restaurant, bar and/or nightclub businesses, nearly 75 related commercial buildings sold, representing over 3 Million square feet of commercial space leased and over 7,500 valuations completed.
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Profitable Swimming Pool Construction and Service/Maintenance
California
A highly reputable and profitable swimming pool service and construction company catering to ultra-high-net-worth homeowners is being offered for sale in Northern California for $4,000,000. The...
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$4,000,000
Cash Flow: $1,100,000
Downtown Monrovia Boba Shop for sale fully furnished flexible lease
Monrovia, CA
Exisiting Boba Business, All FF&E included. Can take over business immediately or start a new one. 2360 sq ft with full sized kitchen, storage, all equipments, shelving, employee restroom and dedicate...
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$299,000
Burbank Outpatient Surgical Center
$699,000
Burbank, CA
Turnkey Franchise Sandwich Shop - Busy Location
Turlock, CA
Easy to run, profitable and clean sandwich shop with a great team and delicious food that keeps customers coming back. Located in a busy shopping center off of the freeway. Close drive to the...
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$70,000
Good Place closed to Beach Sushi Restaurant with #41
Seal Beach, CA
1). Monthly gross is $120,000 to $130,000 2). Monthly rents $ 9,300 + $ Including NNN 3). Lease Has to New 4). Size is approx. 3,000 SF. 5). Ample Parking lot 7). The restaurant has been owned 20...
$520,000
Cash Flow: $300,000
FranchiseWoof Gang Bakery & Grooming
Available in California
Average store sales are $665K/year with low investment gives you among the best returns in franchising. With over 200 stores, we are the leading grooming and retail concept in America.
$75,000
See More FranchisesCoffee and Sandwich Shop For Sale
Long Beach, CA
This amazing Coffee/Sandwich/Deli Shop is a great little place that’s both warm and inviting, serving some of the best brewed coffee, lattes, and specialty drinks, in and around Long Beach. Here’s...
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$350,000
CHICKEN FRANCHISE, HELP RUN, NEWLY BUILT, FULL KIT
Los Angeles County, CA
This is a fantastic opportunity to acquire a newly opened, turnkey quick-service restaurant located in a high-traffic area with minimal nearby competition. The business is currently help-run and would...
$229,000
Cash Flow: $54,000
Vacation Rentals / Property Management
Palm Springs, CA
This is a well-established Vacation Rental & Property Management business located in the greater Palm Springs area, offering a selection of beautiful vacation rentals that cater to every traveler's...
$85,000
Distributor of Specialty Jars 100% Online Sales
California
Master Distributor of specialty patented jars/containers. Jars are reusable, and airtight for the preservation and freshness of products. These various size jars can be used for a multitude of...
$150,000
Cash Flow: $250,000
Well-established Indian bistro for sale in Contra Costa County
Contra Costa County, CA
This well-established Indian bistro offers an exceptional opportunity for an investor or restaurateur. Specializing in authentic Indian cuisine, the restaurant has built a strong reputation with a...
$250,000
Cash Flow: $200,000
Profitable Dog Daycare & Boarding Business in Riverside County
Riverside County, CA
Are you an animal lover looking for a rewarding and profitable business? This well-established dog daycare and boarding facility in Riverside County is a turnkey opportunity for an owner looking for...
$310,000
Cash Flow: $75,072
Chino Hills 1475sf Restaurant | Super busy Ramen For Sale
Chino Hills, CA
Turnkey Restaurant Opportunity in Prime Chino Hills Location This established 1,475 square foot restaurant presents an exceptional opportunity in one of San Bernardino County's most desirable markets....
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$198,000
Well-Established Towing Business
Alameda County, CA
Well-Established Towing Business - Prime Bay Area Location 4 flatbeds, 2 forklifts, 1 wheeler, mechanical, body/paint, tow storage This profitable towing operation represents an exceptional...
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$850,000
Well-Established Towing Business
Alameda County, CA
Well-Established Towing Business - Prime Alameda County Location This exceptional towing operation presents a rare opportunity to acquire a profitable, turnkey business with over 25 years of proven...
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$750,000
FranchiseChildren's Orchard®
Available Nationwide
It is resale reimagined. Children’s Orchard sells gently used name-brand kid’s clothing, shoes, and accessories for up to 70% off retail prices. If you have been feeling the need for a professional change that offers flexibility, growth potential, and personal fulfillment, Children’s Orchard franchise ownership might be the path you have been searching for. The resale industry is booming, and franchising has real advantages, but the best part is the process is already nailed down for you.
$100,000
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.
