San Francisco, CA
Great location modern Dental office...
Businesses For Sale in California
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San Francisco Downtown Dental Office
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Cash Flow: $480,000
5 Star Automotive Wheel Repair Company Established in 2002
Riverside County, CA
Located in Southwest Riverside County offering an exceptional opportunity and value to to own a business that's locked in and has an outstanding reputation in the community. Established in 2002, we’ve...
Cash Flow: $180,000
Rare LA Care Contract Hospice | 17 Active LA Care Patients | No CAP
Los Angeles County, CA
Rare opportunity to acquire a Los Angeles County hospice with an established LA Care contract, one of the most valuable assets in today’s California hospice market. The agency currently serves 17...
Camarillo Pool Service Route for Sale
Los Angeles County, CA
Rare & huge upside offering with above average margins created from the wholesale chemical distribution business being operated. Chemcial business creates additional profits on the route due to lower...
Cash Flow: $293,000
Diagnostic Imaging, Radiology business
SBA LOAN ELIGIBLE
Shasta County, CA
Diagnostic Medical Imaging Facility and Diagnostic mobile x-ray businesses for sale. Servicing the x-ray and ultrasound needs of Shasta County, Tehama County, and Humboldt County...
4
Cash Flow: $1,831,000
Dominant San Diego Epoxy Garage Flooring Company for Sale
San Diego County, CA
This established garage flooring company has built a stellar reputation as the go-to provider for premium epoxy and polyaspartic flooring solutions in San Diego County. Known for its craftsmanship,...
Cash Flow: $185,539
SBA Pre-qualified! Sushi Restaurant in Costa Mesa
Costa Mesa, CA
"Please inquire about this listing through the contact form. Upon request, a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) will be promptly emailed to you." #1034 Area: Costa Mesa Asking Price: $470,000 Including...
Cash Flow: $219,897
Established Restaurant for Sale – Prime Location, 10 Years+ Business
Arcadia, CA
This well-known Taiwanese restaurant is a rare opportunity in a high-traffic, prime location. With over a decade of strong performance, this restaurant has built a loyal customer base that appreciates...
5
Salon between Supermarket & Bank
Ladera Ranch, CA
Beautiful Modern Salon between Major Supermarket and National bank and lots of other stores , Plenty of parking . Customers from Mission Viejo , Ladera Ranch , Rancho Mission Viejo , Coto de Caza and...
Seller Financing! A Rare Turnkey Restaurant Opportunity
Tehachapi, CA
Seller Financing Available! Turn-Key Mexican Restaurant Opportunity in the Heart of Tehachapi! Don't miss this incredible opportunity to own Luna's Mexican Grill, a well-established, income-producing...
6
JUNKCO+
Franchise
Available in California
Own a JUNKCO+ franchise and tap into the growing demand for junk removal with proven support from BELFOR Franchise Group.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $815,528
Free Standing Chinese Restaurant
Barstow, CA
Chinese Restaurant with huge parking lot. Located next to Motel 6. Has a lot of potential. Full Liquor License Sold Separate for $80K....
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Modern Specialty Coffee Shop in Prime Location
Glendale, CA
Located in one of the most desirable and high-traffic areas of Glendale, this modern specialty coffee shop has built a strong reputation with loyal local customers and consistent daily traffic. The...
Cash Flow: $100,000
Established Beauty Salon with Loyal Clientele
$25,000
Van Nuys, CA
2 Busy Liquor Stores Near California State University, Chico
Chico, CA
* Investment Opportunity in Chico, CA – Two Profitable Stores for Sale ?* We are offering a unique opportunity to acquire *two well-established and high-performing stores* located in Chico. *Prime...
EBITDA: $405,000
Food & Snack eCommerce Subscription Box
Contra Costa County, CA
Consumer food and snack subscription box service with $2 million annual growth opportunity. Key Business Features: • Fully relocatable business model • Home-based operations with low overhead • Remote...
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TNW BUSINESS BROKERS
Serving Sacramento County, CA
TNW Business Brokers Inc., based in Rancho Cucamonga, California, is a full-service business brokerage firm dedicated to helping entrepreneurs, franchise owners, and investors buy and sell businesses with confidence and success. With deep expertise in franchise resales, restaurant and retail transactions, and small-to-mid-market business sales, TNW has built a trusted reputation for professionalism, transparency, and results.
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Profitable Restoration Franchise
Glendale, CA
Established and highly profitable restoration and reconstruction franchise operating in the Los Angeles market, specializing in water, fire, storm damage mitigation, full reconstruction, and contents...
Bar - SF Type 48 ABC license
San Francisco County, CA
Corner bar located in San Francisco. Needs an owner operator....
Pharmacy with compounding for sale
Nipomo, CA
Neighborhood pharmacy with great compounding program covering a variety of different products and covering a large area with very limited competition well known in central coast. Huge potential for...
Tony's Barbecue & Bibingkinitan Restaurant
Anaheim, CA
Great opportunity to own a Barbecue Restaurant at a great location in Anaheim, CA (Harbor Blvd and 91 Freeway). *** with its most recent and Current Surge in Sales and Social Media Following. This...
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47-Year C-28 Licensed Locksmith — El Dorado County | $191K SDE | Turnk
El Dorado County, CA
For Sale: Established C-28 Licensed Locksmith Business — El Dorado County, CA This is the kind of business most buyers never get a chance to see. A fully operational, C-28 licensed locksmith company...
Cash Flow: $191,257
FS Cut & Color
Franchise
Available in California
Unlock Your Future with FS Cut & Color! Join a thriving community of nearly 600 franchises and counting with FS Cut & Color. Leverage our affordable luxury brand, low overhead, and simple operations for a stable investment in the ever-growing hair care industry. Benefit from our cutting-edge POS and color technology, exclusive product lines, and comprehensive franchise support. With thousands of available territories and a proven business model, you can scale your business efficiently. Discover how you can start your journey with FS Cut & Color and achieve entrepreneurial success.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $325,419
Established 30+ Year Sub Shop Near Major University | Absentee-Run
Riverside, CA
Established 30+ Year Sub Shop Near Major University | Absentee-Run | Growth Opportunity This well-established sub sandwich shop has been serving the community for over 30 years and is located in a...
Cash Flow: $54,890
PENDING | Seller Fin Packaging Machinery Mfr | $773K SDE | 50+ Yrs
San Diego County, CA
This Southern California packaging machinery manufacturer has built a 50+ year reputation as the dependable, value-engineered choice in its equipment category. The company designs and builds its...
Cash Flow: $773,000
25-Year LA Auto Repair Shop Honda/Toyota– Strong Cash Flow – 3 Lifts
$258,000
Walnut, CA
Well-located auto body shop with ~1800 sq ft of workspace
Los Angeles, CA
Established auto body shop available for sale in a high-traffic industrial/commercial area near Sherman Way in North Hollywood. The shop offers approximately 1800 sq ft of functional workspace with...
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Upscale Salon for Sale – Great Stylist-Owner Opportunity
Mountain View, CA
Established Hair Salon - Prime Mountain View Location This well-established salon offers an exceptional opportunity for a licensed stylist-owner in Mountain View’s upscale market. In continuous...
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Pizza twist and Naan twist for sale
Sacramento, CA
PIZZA TWIST AND NAAN TWIST - DUAL CONCEPT RESTAURANT FOR SALE Established franchise operation featuring two complementary restaurant concepts under one roof: Pizza Twist specializing in unique pizza...
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Kitchen 86 (Name Not Included)
Palm Desert, CA
Bring your passion for hospitality to this popular, well-established restaurant and entertainment venue in a prime location on El Paseo in Palm Desert. Kitchen 86 is a favorite destination for locals...
2
Turnkey Medical Spa Opportunity – State-of-the-Art Equipment Included
Riverside County, CA
Rare opportunity to acquire a well-established and highly regarded medical spa located in the desirable Temecula Valley market. This Med Spa has built a strong reputation for delivering advanced...
Beautiful French Bistro Restaurant for sale in Rolling Hills Estates
Rolling Hills Estates, CA
Located in the lovely Promenade on the Peninsula Mall that includes skating ring, bowling alley (coming soon), movie theater, private preschool and daycare, gym and sport club, retail stores to name a...
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Iconic Concord Bar for Sale - Captains Chest!
Concord, CA
Ready to own your own bar? Here’s your chance to take over Captain’s Chest, a fully operational neighborhood bar in Concord with an affordable lease and one of California’s most valuable liquor...
CMIT Solutions
Franchise
Available Nationwide
Tap into the lucrative world of technology with CMIT Solutions Franchise
Avg. Unit Revenue: $536,563
Own One of Topanga's Most Beloved Dining Destinations
Topanga, CA
Own One of Topanga's Most Beloved Dining Destinations This established American-French bistro represents a rare opportunity to acquire one of Topanga's most cherished dining establishments. Operating...
3
Cash Flow: $135,000
Established Roofing & Solar Company- 35+ years
Riverside County, CA
Established Roofing & Solar Company- Southern California. This is a rare opportunity to acquire well-established roofing and solar company that has proudly served Southern California since 1987. Built...
Premier Home Design & Building Products Firm-$4.5M Revenue
$1,997,000
Monterey County, CA
Boutique Hotel Greater Palm Springs
Palm Springs, CA
Located in the vibrant and highly desirable Greater Palm Springs area, this beautifully renovated boutique hotel offers a unique blend of charm, elegance, and modern luxury. The property has been...
Profitable Wholesale Food Distributor
Palm Desert, CA
Established wholesale food distribution business serving restaurants, markets, and foodservice customers throughout Coachella Valley and surrounding areas, including Palm Springs, Cathedral City,...
2
Cash Flow: $190,000
Black Optix Tint
Franchise
Available Nationwide
Black Optix Tint is a premium window tint and auto styling franchise built for owners who want a polished, modern operation backed by United Franchise Group. We focus on auto tint, paint protection film (PPF), ceramic coatings, and residential/commercial tint, delivering clean installs, an upscale showroom experience, and five-star customer care.
SBA Pre-Approved Trade Show Display & Event Services Business
Chino Hills, CA
Established Southern California business specializing in trade show display rentals, exhibit setup, event support, and related services for businesses participating in conventions, expos, and...
Cash Flow: $150,475
Turn-Key Restaurant / Banquet Hall / Venue / Prime Brand Blvd
Glendale, CA
Established turn-key restaurant and banquet hall opportunity on prime South Brand Boulevard in Glendale, just blocks from The Americana at Brand. Operating since 2005, this fully built-out facility...
Seeking CA Licensed Architect - Partnership & Ownership Opportunity
San Diego, CA
A respected, 38-year California architecture firm specializing in high-end custom residential design is available for acquisition through a partnership structure and is seeking a licensed California...
Cash Flow: $206,139
Profitable Mexican Restaurant Franchise. Turnkey Highland, CA Location
Highland, CA
Own a Thriving Mexican Fusion Franchise in Highland, CA! This is a turnkey opportunity to own a successful Fuego Cravings franchise, known for its unique fusion of authentic Mexican flavors with a...
3
Cash Flow: $144,000
CA Restaurant Franchise for Sale: Keep brand or go independent! SC2282
California
This Californian Franchise Restaurant Location has been in operation for 2 years and has recently closed and the Seller is looking to sell the Furniture, Fixtures, and Equipment for $59,000. Located...
2
Joe Saad
Joe Saad Buiness Broker
Serving San Diego County, CA
In business since 1987 serving San Diego County: specializing in small to medium size businesses.
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Auto Body Shop for Sale in Oxnard – Turnkey, Fully Equipped!
Oxnard, CA
Business Description Long-standing, reputable auto body repair shop for sale in Oxnard, ideal for an owner-operator or an automotive business looking to expand. This shop is known for quality...
6
Cash Flow: $800,000
Beautiful Sports Bar, Restaurant+ Lounge with TYPE 48 LIC
Los Angeles County, CA
*CASH ONLY SALE* MUST SEND POF TO QUALIFY** A very rare turnkey type 48 ABC license new bar, restaurant + lounge. Well established neighborhood bar with a brand new full kitchen, menu designed by...
3
Cash Flow: $450,000
Established Cosmetics & Fashion Accessories Wholesale Distributor
$1,900,000
Los Angeles, CA
Popular, Profitable Breakfast & Lunch Restaurant For Sale
Chester, CA
This popular creekside breakfast & lunch restaurant also features an espresso bar; there is a separately owned and operated gift & bookstore sharing some cafe space. Located in the historic Stover...
6
Cash Flow: $75,000
Internal Medicine Practice for Sale – Encinitas, North County San Dieg
Encinitas, CA
Internal Medicine Practice for Sale – Encinitas, North County San Diego Established in 1989, this well respected internal medicine practice serves approximately 2,500 active patients and is located in...
2
Mathnasium
Franchise
Available in California
Change lives through math, including your own - no educator experience required. We're top-in-category for franchisee satisfaction.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $367,545
High Volume Pizza Franchise For Sale! One Owner since 1997!
Fresno, CA
Amazing Opportunity! Long time Owner passed away last year. Current Family member has a full time job and cannot pay attention to store and it shows! 38% Food cost and 41% in Total labor costs. This...
Cash Flow: $83,506
Established Promotional Products Business - Prime San Diego County
Escondido, CA
This established promotional products and branded apparel business presents an exceptional opportunity in San Diego County's thriving Escondido market. Founded in 2014, this turnkey franchise has...
Cash Flow: $140,000
Turnkey San Diego Dental Practice – Low Rent
San Diego, CA
Established Dental Office Opportunity PPO, HMO minimal, and Dentical office Making 20-30k a month operating 1.5 days a week with an associate. Rare opportunity to acquire a fully built-out dental...
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Absentee Pelvic Health PT Practice with Excellent Cash Flow
Orange County, CA
This business is one of the most established and recognized niche physical therapy practices in the United States. Founded in 10 years ago in Southern California, the cash-based practice has generated...
Cash Flow: $473,495
Confidential Regulated Insurance Distribution Platform
Los Angeles, CA
A rare opportunity to participate in the growth of a profitable, technology-supported insurance distribution platform built for scale, compliance, and expanding policy volume. This is not a...
Cash Flow: $3,000,000
Established Turnkey Wellness Sanctuary in the Heart of Murphys
Murphys, CA
Elements Day Spa: Established Wellness Opportunity in Murphys, CA Business Overview Own a true sanctuary of wellness in the heart of the Sierra Foothills. Over the past 13+ years, Elements Day Spa has...
MOOYAH Burgers, Fries & Shakes - California
Solano County, CA
MOOYAH Burgers, Fries & Shakes is a fast-casual burger franchise that was founded in 2007 in Plano. The brand was created with a focus on serving fresh, made-to-order food using high-quality...
Cash Flow: $83,596
Established Roseville Watch & Jewelry Repair Business For Sale Turnkey
Roseville, CA
An exceptional opportunity to acquire a well established and respected watch and jewelry repair business serving the Roseville community since 1999. Located on one of Roseville's primary commercial...
3
Cash Flow: $67,007
Flower Shop Opportunity
Orange, CA
ESTABLISHED FLOWER SHOP OPPORTUNITY IN ORANGE, CA This well-established flower shop has been serving Orange County customers since 2007, building a loyal customer base and strong walk-in traffic over...
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Charleys Philly Steaks & Wings
Franchise
Available in California
With an AUV of $958,680* for strip center locations, and a Highly differentiated product, Charley’s is stronger than ever before! Over 50% of our franchises have developed multi-units! 780 locations and we’re not slowing down anytime soon!
Avg. Unit Revenue: $845,372
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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