San Luis Obispo County, CA
Own your own pizza restaurant part of well known pizza franchise. Good sales and a large location with a large arcade that also brings in income. Proof of funds required, Experience Required. SBA...
Businesses For Sale in California
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Franchised Established Pizza & Arcade Restaurant (SBA Approved)
Cash Flow: $163,700
Profitable Event Décor Company – 40+ Years of Success
California
Asking Price: $560,000 (Business) | $2,550,000 (Real Estate Optional, as of September 2025) 2025 Revenue: ~$940,000 | 2025 SDE: ~$290,000 (10%+ YoY) 2024 Revenue: ~$904,000 | 2024 SDE: ~$261,000 This...
Cash Flow: $290,000
Turnkey Bottling Plant – Private Label – Prime Southern California Loc
Riverside, CA
Fully operational facility. Seller is ready to retire and relocate to Florida — serious, qualified buyers only. This is a true asset sale of a 24,000 SF, state-of-the-art bottling facility...
Design-Build Remodeling & Flooring Contractor | ~$320K 2025 SDE
Orange County, CA
This business requires a General B and C-15 contracting license. Design-build remodeling and flooring contractor in North Orange County generating ~$4.0M in 2025 revenue and ~$320K in normalized 2025...
Cash Flow: $320,000
Very Profitable Freight Company Serving Southern California
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
Premier California Delta Full Service Marine Yard
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,...
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Small Grocery Store with Pizza & Meat Market for Sale Near Woodland, C
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
Profitable Acupuncture & Functional Medicine Practice- Mill Valley, CA
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...
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Cash Flow: $160,329
Price Reduced $100k! Old Town Temecula Restaurant & Bar with Type 47
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...
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Exotic & Classic Car Dealership - La Jolla, California
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...
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Granite Garage Floors
Franchise
Available Nationwide
Average Annual Franchise Revenue: $729,404* Own the #1 Ranked Concrete Coating Business by Entrepreneur Magazine.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $318,285
Liquor & Food Store in Irvington District, Fremont, California 94538
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...
$2.5m Revenue Used Copier Wholesale Distributor - For Sale in CA
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...
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EBITDA: $375,000
Newly Remodeled Paint and Sip Business
$100,000
Los Angeles, CA
Established Bay Area Experiential Event Business + Iconic 1974 VW Bus
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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Turnkey Toastique Café in Chino Hills, $140K Below Build Cost
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...
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Biz Depot Brokers
Serving Alameda County, CA
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Temecula's Go-To spot in a prime location with a drive through
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...
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Restaurant Lease Takeover Opportunity
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...
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Cash Flow: $80,000
High producing dry cleaners for sale!
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...
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Cash Flow: $284,400
Turn-Key Insurance Agency in Pleasanton, California
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...
Stand Alone with 47 license-beautful build out-close to beach
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....
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1-800-STRIPER
Franchise
Available in California
Build a low overhead service business helping businesses maintain safe, compliant parking lots.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $72,190
47 License-Great Area-Well Designed-Good Volume-Keep Or Change Menu
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...
Established Home Health Agency — 32 Active Medicare Patients
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...
Established Personal Care & Health Products Amazon FBA Store
$149,000
Los Angeles, CA
Turnkey & Profitable Mobile Event Business
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...
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Profitable Commercial Landscape & Design Platform
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
Music education center
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,...
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Ultra Luxury Exotic Car Dealership
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...
Turnkey & Profitable Burbank Dry Cleaners – Strong Net Income
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...
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High-Cash-Flow Hair Transplant Medical Practice – $1.4M Revenue
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...
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Cash Flow: $645,859
Established Water Sports Retailer with Strong Online Store
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...
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Cash Flow: $154,500
MARS Aviation Detailing
Franchise
Available Nationwide
Aircraft and Cleaning, Reconditioning & Protection - A Low Cost Franchise in the exciting world of Aviation Detailing
Top Ranking Weight Loss, Body Contouring and Aesthetics Med Spa
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...
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Cash Flow: $365,000
Great Turnkey Trucking From Small Office In Torrance For Sale
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...
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Authentic Persian and Mediterranean Restaurant
$1,200,000
San Diego County, CA
Mission Foods Multi Route Distributorship For Sale | Napa, CA
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...
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Cash Flow: $210,246
Turnkey Small-Batch Wine Brand & Mfg/Sales Platform - Absentee Owned!
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....
Menchie’s
Franchise
Available in California
Own a high-performing retail engine. Proven systems, consistent repeat traffic, and a brand built for long-term equity in a simplified category.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $594,743
Prime Location -Sacramento Downtown Restaurant / Retail Opportunity
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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Fitness Facility
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
Turnkey Restaurant Opportunity + ABC 47 License
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...
Fully Equipped Auto Biz + Property -Seamless Transition to Ownership
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
Boutique Specialty Food and Gift Retailer
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
Xiaoming (Nia) Huang
Real Estate Center, Inc
Serving Alameda County, CA
Real Estate Center, Inc. is a respected California brokerage with over 40 years of combined real estate experience, serving clients across the Bay Area, Central Valley, and surrounding markets. The firm is built on professionalism, integrity, market knowledge, and results-driven service. Our brokerage specializes in commercial real estate, business sales, investment properties, and owner-user opportunities. Whether clients are buying, selling, leasing, or expanding, we provide personalized guidance through every stage of the transaction.
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Pizzaria with ABC Type 41 License
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
Well-Established (10+ years) Environmental Consulting Company
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
Exclusive Listing – KTV Hot Pot Restaurant Opportunity
$400,000
San Francisco, CA
Creative & Popular Artisan Bakery with Well Established Clients
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...
Established 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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EBITDA: $510,000
Amazing Athletes
Franchise
Available in California
Own a mobile youth sports franchise delivering programs inside preschools and childcare centers with recurring enrollment.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $158,366
Salon & Beauty Supply with own brand/formula $115,000 at cost included
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
Renowned Integrative Medicine Platform | CRE Available | $4M SDE
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
Profitable Luxury Wrap, PPF and Tint shop in Los Angeles
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,...
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Amazing opportunity to own Charleys Philly steaks in different cities
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...
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LA Based ATM Business - Great Cash Flow & Management in Place
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
Only Dry Cleaners in Tri-County Area For Sale After 24 Years
Sonora, CA
A female-owned business, Kathy's Miracle Cleaners has been serving the Tuolumne Tri-County area in Northern California for over 20 years. With an lengthy book of business, reputation of quality, and...
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Mailbox, Shipping Franchise, Low Rent, Short Hours, Seller Financing
Riverside County, CA
This desirable Postal Franchise is located in premium trade area, anchored by a national grocery chain stores on a major busy street, providing subject business with a steady volume of vehicle as well...
Cash Flow: $59,186
TWO LIQUOR STORE PACKAGE Business Only | Alameda County & Santa Clara
Santa Clara County, CA
Rare opportunity to acquire two established liquor stores in prime Northern California locations. Liquor Store | Santa Clara County, CA Annual gross sales are approximately $950,000, plus...
Profitable Estate Planning, Trust and Probate Law Firm
California
Transworld Business Advisors of Fremont DRE# 02194963 presents: Rare opportunity to acquire a well-established single-attorney estate planning, trust administration, and probate law practice serving...
Cash Flow: $285,701
Clear Pest Pros
Franchise
Available in California
Own a Clear Pest Pros franchise and deliver trusted pest control solutions with training, systems, and export support from BELFOR Franchise Group.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $238,594
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
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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.
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