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POSTAL EXPRESS - Rancho Cucamonga

Rancho Cucamonga, CA

Postal Express Great Location, Rancho Cucamonga Services Offered • Mail Services • Physical & Virtual Mailboxes • Copying, Scanning & Faxing • Packaging and Shipping Supplies • U-Haul Services • DMV...

$86,000

$86,000

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Complete Auto Repair Business for Sale

San Diego County, CA

• Full Service Automotive Repair Business for Sale • In Business since 1985 • Great Reputation with 4.7 Stars on Yelp • 1 Employee in addition to the owner...

$129,000

$129,000

Cash Flow: $92,683

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Established & Growing Youth Music, Art, and Chinese Language School

Corona, CA

An excellent opportunity to acquire a well-established children's education center serving families in the Corona area. The school offers a diverse combination of private music lessons, group art...

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$139,900

$139,900

Cash Flow: $56,600

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Neighborhood Sports Bar with Patio

Sacramento County, CA

We are pleased to offer this popular established Neighborhood Sports Bar with a great casual vibe. Patrons count this welcoming bar as a favorite place to meet friends for Happy Hour or to catch a Big...

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$199,000

$199,000

Cleaning business at Bay Area

San Jose, CA

Established Cleaning Franchise Business - Bay Area This is an established cleaning franchise operation affiliated with a well-known national brand, serving the dense San Jose metropolitan area in...

$95,000

$95,000

High-Volume Mexican Grill with Growth Potential & Beer/Wine License

Fountain Valley, CA

CANCUN FRESH MEXICAN GRILL - Established Mexican Restaurant with 16-Year Track Record This turnkey Mexican restaurant presents an exceptional acquisition opportunity in Orange County's competitive...

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$549,005

$549,005

Cash Flow: $300,000

Turnkey Award-Winning Tequila Brand +1,000 Cases

Folsom, CA

Award-Winning Premium Tequila Brand – Turnkey Acquisition with Significant Finished Inventory Buendía Tequila is an award-winning premium tequila brand established in 2018 and offered as a complete...

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$149,000

$149,000

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...

$195,000

$195,000

Cash Flow: $62,457

High Volume Liquor Store with Real estate plus 3 Rental UNITS for Sale

Los Angeles, CA

Liquor store is currently doing $125,000 per month. Lotto and other Income $5500 per month, Rental units generate $7000 per month income. Store as well as 3 rental residential properties are...

$3,295,000

$3,295,000

Cash Flow: $474,000

Supermarket in Prime Koreatown, High Vol & Net

Los Angeles, CA

Koreatown Neighborhood Market for Sale Asking Price: $549,000 + Approximately $70,000 Inventory Average Monthly Gross Sales: Approximately $90,000 Average Monthly Net Profit: Approximately $15,000...

$549,000

$549,000

Cash Flow: $180,000

Urban Air Adventure Park
Franchise

Available in California

Urban Air Indoor Adventure Parks are redefining family entertainment. The Vision is becoming the world largest and more respected family entertainment company in the World while keeping children active.

$750,000

$750,000

Avg. Unit Revenue: $3,175,037

mexican Japanese fusion

East Los Angeles, CA

A rare and exciting culinary experience combining the best of both worlds. Discover our unique menu, crafted with vibrant flavors and innovative twists. Perfect for a profitable and easy-to-run...

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$90,000

$90,000

Cash Flow: $80,000

OYO print shop with lots of potential to grow

El Monte, CA

A rare chance to own a well established print shop....

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$800,000

$800,000

Established Beauty Salon with Loyal Clientele

$25,000 - Van Nuys, CA

$25,000

Van Nuys, CA

Skyrocketing Dispensary Sales + Property Included in San Bernardino.

San Bernardino, CA

Hockey Stick Growth Month over Month Retail Dispensary with Real Estate INCLUDED (San Bernardino, California) #2005 Cannabis retail opportunity with real estate included, featuring approximately...

$2,950,000

$2,950,000

Turnkey Multi-Use Property & Wood Manufacturing Business

Watsonville, CA

Pacific Firewood & Lumber, operating as Pacific Slabs, is one of the Central Coast’s most established specialty wood businesses. Founded in 1983 and operating continuously for over 40 years, the...

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$2,500,000

$2,500,000

Cash Flow: $337,353

Harmohan Rathour

RE/MAX Golden Empire

Serving Kern County, CA

Experience In Action. When you work with a RE/MAX Commercial Practioner, you're partnering with a global network of 3,300+ commercial real estate professionals backed by the number 1 name in real estate. Practitioners have the knowledge, experience, and network to help you reach your investing goals.

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High-Traffic Japanese Restaurant Business for Sale

Los Angeles, CA

Established Japanese sushi restaurant in prime Sun Valley location offers exceptional investment opportunity. This corner unit benefits from high visibility positioning near Burbank Airport and major...

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$90,000

$90,000

High-Volume Japanese Restaurant: $800K+ Gross with a 5-Day Work Week!

Yuba City, CA

An incredible opportunity to acquire Sushi Ichiban, a highly profitable, turnkey Japanese restaurant situated in a prime commercial corridor of Yuba City (1560 Butte House Rd). This local favorite...

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$250,000

$250,000

Cash Flow: $250,000

Established Bay Area Cosmetic Surgery Practice

Alameda County, CA

Transworld Business Advisors of Fremont DRE# 02194963 presents: Rare opportunity to acquire an established Bay Area cosmetic surgery and aesthetic medicine practice with approximately 20 years of...

$699,000

$699,000

Cash Flow: $204,480

Kratom Edible Gummy Brand Serving Smoke Shops & Specialty Retailers

California

Established Kratom edible gummy brand selling primarily to smoke shops, vape shops, and specialty retailers in California. The business offers a branded product with wholesale customer relationships,...

$325,000

$325,000

Cash Flow: $379,686

Rare - Specialty Bakery 2 Locations in Orange County

Orange County, CA

Rare opportunity to own a well-established custom cake bakery in Orange County, known for its long history as a family-owned business spanning more than six decades. Over the years, it has built a...

$850,000

$850,000

Cash Flow: $421,191

ATC Healthcare Services
Franchise

Available in California

If you’ve got business savvy and a passion for helping others, ATC Healthcare Services offers a healthcare staffing agency to take your entrepreneurial spirit to new heights!

$200,000

$200,000

Avg. Unit Revenue: $3,218,588

Fast-Growing Home Improvement Franchise

Fresno County, CA

This is an outstanding opportunity to acquire a rapidly growing, professionally operated home services business in a large and underserved California territory. Launched in late 2023, the business...

$350,000

$350,000

Cash Flow: $189,352

Established & Profitable Skincare Clinic since 2000 FOR SALE!

San Jose, CA

Services Offered Facial & Skin Treatments: Facial treatments, chemical peels (targeting fine lines, wrinkles, sun damage, acne, pigmentation, and age spots), and skin tightening. Permanent Makeup &...

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$75,000

$75,000

25-Year LA Auto Repair Shop Honda/Toyota– Strong Cash Flow – 3 Lifts

$258,000 - Walnut, CA

$258,000

Walnut, CA

Zaihua (Daniel) Hu

CURB

Fully Equipped Aerospace & Defense Precision-machining Operation

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

San Diego County, CA

Precision Manufacturing Business for Sale. A fully equipped aerospace & defense precision-machining operation in San Diego with three facilities, & 60+ years of precision, experience, and trust. 60+...

$40,000,000

$40,000,000

Cash Flow: $3,400,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

The UPS Store Franchise in San Diego County California

San Diego County, CA

SBA Pre-Qualified! A rare opportunity to acquire a turnkey The UPS Store franchise in San Diego County California. The 2025 revenues reached $482,000 and the owner benefit was over $123,000. The...

$500,000

$500,000

Cash Flow: $123,758

Big Bear Lake's Best Deli

Big Bear, CA

Welcome to the finest deli in Big Bear Lake. Located at the entrance to the Big Bear Lake Village, The Old German Deli has been serving the residents and tourists of Big Bear Lake mouth watering...

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$150,000

$150,000

Cash Flow: $60,000

Mission's Tortilla Route, Crescent City, CA

Crescent City, CA

Imagine yourself running a well-established food distribution route that practically runs itself! This Mission's Tortilla Route in beautiful Crescent City, California could be your ticket to business...

$69,000

$69,000

EBITDA: $56,257

Established Labrador Retriever Breeding & Training Business | 28 Years

Siskiyou County, CA

• Established 28+ years • Strong reputation and repeat clientele • Labrador breeding + training program • Service dog potential bloodlines • 3,000-contact email list • Website and digital presence...

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$400,000

$400,000

Cash Flow: $125,000

Wholesale Dessert Distributor

Palm Springs, CA

Premium Wholesale Dessert Distributor business specializing in authentic European delicacies, serving businesses across the Coachella Valley, including Palm Springs, Indian Wells, and surrounding...

$459,000

$459,000

Cash Flow: $142,668

Recurring Membership Revenue! 13+ Years Same Ownership! Spa Franchise

Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

$95K Reduced price due to lag in profitability, but revenue remains strong. Step into ownership of a premium massage and skincare franchise. The top tier brand in it's industry! You'll gain access to...

$95,000

$95,000

Cash Flow: $60,000

College Hunks Hauling Junk and Moving
Franchise

Available in California

College HUNKS Hauling Junk & Moving® franchise partners operate two concepts, College Hunks Hauling Junk® and College Hunks Moving®, as a single business. One territory, two ways to earn.

$75,000

$75,000

Avg. Unit Revenue: $1,554,610

Wood Fired Pizzeria in the Sierra's

Dorrington, CA

Wood Fired Pizzeria in the Sierra's - Established Italian Restaurant with Beer Garden and Entertainment Venue This well-positioned wood-fired pizzeria represents an excellent opportunity in Camp...

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$175,000

$175,000

"Fixer" Restaurant and Bar - Type 47

Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

Priced to sell fast! Confidential opportunity to acquire an established operating restaurant and bar. This business features a fully built-out restaurant, an existing staff in place, and a valuable...

$149,888

$149,888

Premier Home Design & Building Products Firm-$4.5M Revenue

$1,997,000 - Monterey County, CA

$1,997,000

Monterey County, CA

Carmel Business Sales

Mobile Screen Repair & Installation Business – SC2144

California

This Northern California based Window and Door Screen Manufacturer and Installer is a California Sole Proprietorship and was formed 16 years ago and has been under the same ownership since inception,...

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$1,285,000

$1,285,000

Cash Flow: $268,000

B2B Industrial Pallet Distributor | Blue-Chip Contracts

California

Operating for over two decades, this premier distributor of industrial plastic pallets has built a highly efficient, lean enterprise. Following a strategic operational transition to a 3PL distribution...

$500,000

$500,000

Cash Flow: $1,748

1-800-STRIPER
Franchise

Available in California

Build a low overhead service business helping businesses maintain safe, compliant parking lots.

$75,000

$75,000

Avg. Unit Revenue: $72,190

Pizza Restaurant for sale

Norco, CA

ESTABLISHED PIZZA RESTAURANT - NORCO, CALIFORNIA " Just Lowered the Price for a Quick sale " This well-established independent pizza restaurant presents a compelling acquisition opportunity in Norco's...

$110,000

$110,000

Cash Flow: $61,000

Mission Foods Route For Sale | Sonoma, CA — $120,000

Sonoma, CA

Mission Foods Route For Sale | Sonoma, CA — $120,000 About the Route Mission Foods distribution route for sale - $120,000. The territory services portions of Sonoma CA, Glen Allen CA, El Verano CA and...

$120,000

$120,000

Cash Flow: $95,346

Mission's Tortilla Route, Clovis, CA

Clovis, CA

Mission’s Tortilla Route for sale in the Clovis, California region for $110,000! Currently generating $621,868 in yearly sales and nets $88,244. Distributorship and territory are purchased through...

$110,000

$110,000

EBITDA: $88,244

Profitable Restaurant & Bar with Catering

Sacramento County, CA

Here’s your opportunity to own a profitable BBQ Restaurant with Full Liquor Bar in a desirable Sacramento community. This Restaurant is the kind of place where friends meet for some great BBQ & brews...

$379,000

$379,000

Cash Flow: $154,000

Hookah Lounge Restaurant with newly built Smash Burger side

Daly City, CA

Situated on a high-traffic, high-visibility corridor, this turnkey operation is fully equipped and ready for immediate takeover. Massive Hookah Lounge Mediterranean Restaurant and Bar WITH an...

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$450,000

$450,000

Cash Flow: $126,000

John Ovrom

Exit Consulting Group

Serving San Diego County, CA

Exit Consulting Group, Inc. (ECG) is a premier exit strategies management firm built upon the experience of professionals who have sharpened their skills by starting, growing, managing, and selling multiple companies of their own. We give profitable businesses the ability to build comprehensive strategies to navigate upcoming transitions successfully. As the transaction advisor, we specialize in developing roadmaps for businesses either going through or anticipating a transition, helping with everything from setting up for generational success, exit strategies, partner disputes, developing value adding strategies, selling and more. Working hand-in-hand with our clients, we define what success looks like and then establish a plan of action to achieve those results. Depending on the business and ideal timetable, those results range. We work to help owners successfully exit their business in a way that the organization still thrives, drive value to the business to increase sale revenues, mitigate disunity between key stakeholders to identify clear path moving forward, manage the transaction of the sale and more.

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Mission Foods Route For Sale | Escondido, CA — $89,000 (Sale Pending)

Escondido, CA

Mission Foods Route For Sale | Escondido, CA — $89,000 Enter CA-73658 at RoutesRUs.com for more details, or use the following link: https://routesrus.com/mission-foods-escondido-ca-ca-73658/ About the...

$89,000

$89,000

Cash Flow: $102,341

Turnkey Collision Center, Service Center & Dealership

Madera, CA

Collision Center, Service & Dealership | Turnkey | One Stop Shop | High-Growth Madera Market Exceptional opportunity to acquire a fully operational, multi-revenue automotive facility combining a...

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$1,499,000

$1,499,000

Established Cosmetics & Fashion Accessories Wholesale Distributor

$1,590,000 - Los Angeles, CA

$1,590,000

Los Angeles, CA

Zaihua (Daniel) Hu

CURB

Montessori Preschool for Sale; Great Opportunity for 1st-Time Buyer

Solano County, CA

This popular and well-managed Montessori preschool business is available for sale in southern Solano County. It has a license capacity of 15 students 2.9 - 5 years old. It offers an excellent location...

$225,000

$225,000

Manufacturer of High Quality Support Products for a Healthy Lifestyle

Alameda County, CA

Well established, 34 years old VA contract Holder - ITA-MED Co. is an innovative U.S. manufacturer of high quality, eco-friendly home health care, orthopedic, and sports medicine products. A dynamic...

Not Disclosed

Not Disclosed

EBITDA: $450,000

MARS Aviation Detailing
Franchise

Available Nationwide

Aircraft and Cleaning, Reconditioning & Protection - A Low Cost Franchise in the exciting world of Aviation Detailing

$50,000

$50,000

B2B Center - Print, Promotional & Marketing Business

Sacramento County, CA

Leading print, marketing & promo provider in Sacramento County. This is a great business to own for families, partnerships and sole proprietors. This center provides print, mail marketing, design and...

$250,000

$250,000

Sandwich Franchise

Fresno County, CA

Profitable Sandwich Franchise This profitable sandwich business is an exceptional opportunity that has been in business for over 20 years when it was originally built. Located across the street from...

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$165,000

$165,000

Established STAR-Certified Smog Shop – Owner-Operator Opportunity

Riverside County, CA

Transworld Business Advisors of the Coachella Valley DRE#02120938 are proud to present this well-establisshed Smog Shop. Established STAR-certified test-only smog station serving the Coachella Valley...

$150,000

$150,000

Cash Flow: $101,786

Profitable Custom Tailoring & Specialty Denim/Leather alteration

Los Angeles County, CA

Well-established and profitable custom tailoring and specialty alteration business known for high-quality craftsmanship and loyal repeat clientele. This turnkey operation offers full-service...

$279,000

$279,000

Cash Flow: $123,494

Accredited CDL Training School - BPPE & FMCSA

Riverside County, CA

Established Southern California CDL and DOT compliance training business serving a large and durable commercial driver market. This vocational school offers Class A, B, and C CDL training, corporate...

$850,000

$850,000

Cash Flow: $303,000

Tutti Frutti Yogurt, Strong Performance,10 yrs, Owner Retiring

Riverside County, CA

SALE PENDING - IN ESCROW! Excellent opportunity to acquire a well-established self-serve frozen yogurt shop with over 10 years of successful operating history. The current owners have operated the...

$285,000

$285,000

Cash Flow: $108,000

Vacation Rental - Highly Profitable - Airbnb

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Roseville, CA

This vacation rental (real estate + business) has a very high booking percentage! A former model home fully furnished with designer decor and luxurious finishes. 4 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms and 2,789 SF...

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$949,000

$949,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Long standing Profitable Residential & Commercial Landscaping Company

Orange County, CA

This established landscaping company provides a full range of residential and commercial services, including both hardscape and softscape projects. Operating for over a decade, the business has built...

$495,000

$495,000

Cash Flow: $210,484

Hospice Agency for Sale – Southern California Medicare Certified

Orange County, CA

Hospice Agency for Sale – Southern California Medicare & Medicaid Certified | ACHC Accredited | Turnkey Operation Asking Price:$600,000 Location: Based in Irvine, Orange County (Licensed in San...

$600,000

$600,000

The Dog Stop
Franchise

Available Nationwide

Take a BITE out of the pet care industry with five key revenue drivers in one modern facility!

$200,000

$200,000

Avg. Unit Revenue: $950,926

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

Number of Businesses for Sale  

  ~5,500

Median Asking Price  

  $360,000

Median Reported Revenue  

  $630,000

Median Reported Earnings  

  $150,000

Profit Margin  

  23%

Earnings Multiple  

  2.5

Revenue Multiple  

  0.6

Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings.

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.