Monrovia, CA
Annual Cashflow: $90,000; Monthly Gross: $33,000; Monthly Rent: $4,848; Shop Size: 1,872 SF; Seating Capacity: 30 Established in 2019, this thriving organic boba tea shop has become a local favorite...
Businesses For Sale in California
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Local's Favorite Organic Boba Shop | Est. 2019 | Turnkey | Profitable
Cash Flow: $90,000
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...
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...
Cash Flow: $92,683
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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Cash Flow: $56,600
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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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...
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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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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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...
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...
Cash Flow: $474,000
Sport Clips
Franchise
Available in California
Sport Clips is a manager-style business model that’s designed for scalability to multiple units! With more than 30 years’ experience and culture at our core, join the leading men’s hair care brand today!
Avg. Unit Revenue: $419,485
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...
Cash Flow: $180,000
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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Cash Flow: $80,000
Established Beauty Salon with Loyal Clientele
$25,000
Van Nuys, CA
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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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...
Vasilis Georgiou, CM&AA, M&AMI, CBI, CBB, MBA
CrossRoads Business Brokers
Serving Orange County, CA
CrossRoads is a full service mergers and acquisitions firm that focuses on providing exceptional service to Buyers and Sellers of small to medium-sized businesses in a variety of industries. Our services are delivered with the maximum in confidentiality, professionalism, and integrity. CrossRoads is extremely effective and results oriented, leveraging a database of qualified Financial and Strategic Buyers and a confidential national collaborative network of Business Intermediaries. We serve the needs of potential Buyers and Sellers discretely and professionally with one mission in mind: To add exceptional value to a seamless process of business transfer. We differentiate ourselves by taking an advisory approach to the needs of Sellers and Buyers. We have the experience and expertise to value and present your business in the best manner possible, or assist you in identifying a business that fits your criteria and personal preferences. Sellers benefit from our professional approach in packaging, presenting, and promoting their business, and from a vast database of registered qualified Buyers including entrepreneurs, investors, professionals and corporations. Buyers benefit from our guidance through the, sometimes uncertain, road to business ownership, and from all the resources we bring to bear that they can leverage to make that transition smoother. Professional Affiliations M & A Source – Organization supporting mid-market Mergers and Acquisitions Intermediaries International Business Brokers Association – Education and professional standards California Association of Business Brokers – Education and professional standards Alliance of M&A Advisors Ellermeyer Connect – Executive Career Transition Networking Resources HCBizMarketplace BizBuySell Bizquest Mergerplace International Business Brokers Association California Association of Business Brokers M & A Source Bizben – California Businesses for Sale Sellerworks Businessesforsale BusinessBroker Globalbx
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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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Cash Flow: $337,353
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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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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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...
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,...
Cash Flow: $379,686
Website Closers
Franchise
Available Nationwide
Own a fully supported M&A brokerage with international brand power, real deal flow, and scalable enterprise value.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $298,522
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...
Cash Flow: $421,191
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...
Cash Flow: $189,352
25-Year LA Auto Repair Shop Honda/Toyota– Strong Cash Flow – 3 Lifts
$258,000
Walnut, CA
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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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+...
Cash Flow: $3,400,000
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...
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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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...
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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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...
Cash Flow: $142,668
Byrider Franchise
Franchise
Available Nationwide
Join a leading BHPH dealership franchise helping customers rebuild credit while owners scale a repeatable, cash-flow focused business.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $7,031,288
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...
Cash Flow: $60,000
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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Premier Home Design & Building Products Firm-$4.5M Revenue
$1,997,000
Monterey County, CA
"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...
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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Cash Flow: $268,000
Kitchen Solvers
Franchise
Available Nationwide
Kitchen Solvers, your premier kitchen and bathroom remodeling franchise opportunity for over 40 years, providing clients with the most pleasant remodeling experience.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $983,203
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...
Cash Flow: $1,748
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...
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...
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...
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...
Cash Flow: $154,000
Kathleen Jones
Business Team
Serving Orange County, CA
BTI Group - Business Team helps people buy and sell businesses. Since 1981, we have successfully closed over 7000 business sales and acquisitions. BTI is the largest business brokerage in the western United States. With close to 100 agents, all offices and agents work together to market and sell our clients' businesses. This gives your business the widest possible exposure. We bring a wealth of experience and expertise for locating qualified buyers and solving any problems that arise during a transaction, not to mention our network of trusted resources to help close transactions. Services Offered WE GUIDE SELLERS: - Prepare businesses for sale - Create a detailed Information Memorandum for the business - Discretely and Confidentially market your business - Actively solicit to our pool of Buyers, High Net Worth Individuals & Private Equity Groups - Manage process through sale closing including providing all necessary agreements
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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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Cash Flow: $126,000
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...
Cash Flow: $102,341
Established Cosmetics & Fashion Accessories Wholesale Distributor
$1,590,000
Los Angeles, CA
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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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...
The Cleaning Authority
Franchise
Available in California
Explore a lucrative investment opportunity and discover the premier residential cleaning franchise investment. Our franchise owners achieve an average of $1.3* million through our distinctive business model, featuring diverse revenue streams and cutting-edge technology, all while fostering positive impact on those we support.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $1,468,011
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...
EBITDA: $450,000
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...
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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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...
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...
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...
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...
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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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...
Cash Flow: $210,484
SafeSplash Swim School
Franchise
Available Nationwide
Empower families, strengthen communities, and grow a business with real meaning. Own a SafeSplash Swim School—Where Purpose Meets Profit.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $563,474
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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