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...
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Skyrocketing Dispensary Sales + Property Included in San Bernardino.
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
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
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
Mosquito Shield
Franchise
Available in California
Invest in the fastest-growing and (best in category) mosquito control franchise in the U.S. with low investment, proprietary products, and industry leading customer retention.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $73,293
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
Prime Corner Gas Station – High Traffic Area
$6,499,999
Barstow, CA
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
Rick Teh, EMBA, CBI
Accel Business Advisors
Serving Alameda County, CA
We are a team of seasoned business brokers passionate about helping business owners and investors in business transactions. Our brokers operate less like salespeople and more closely to wedding planners - we will get to know your needs, show you what it will take to get there, and make sure that things are going according to plan the entire way. Our team of brokers has extensive experience and training working with a wide variety of business listings and performing valuations. Your business showcases your hard work and dedication; it deserves the highest level of professionalism that will lead you to a successful closing. All of our team members have had previous experience owning their own business and understand that placing your business for sale can be a stressful time. Our rigorous training equips brokers to deliver strategic guidance for smooth, successful business sales.
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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
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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"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
Murphy Business Sales
Franchise
Available Nationwide
Own a Murphy Business Sales franchise and build a business brokerage with training, established systems, and a collaborative national network.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $187,129
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
Rare Opportunity: 22-Year Profitable Thai Restaurant – Owner Retiring
$875,000
San Dimas, CA
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
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
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...
Mobility City
Franchise
Available Nationwide
Mobility City is the nation’s premier repair, rental, sanitizing and retail sales company servicing wheelchairs, mobility scooters, power chairs, lift out chairs, hospital beds and other mobility products.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $860,189
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...
Hair & Nails Salon
$199,000
Santa Clara County, CA
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
Office Pride Commercial Cleaning
Franchise
Available Nationwide
Be a Part of Something Great
Avg. Unit Revenue: $713,311
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
National Pool Route Sales Lic RE Broker CA#01899885 FL#BK33740409
National Pool Route Sales, LLC
Serving Orange County, CA
National Pool Route Sales is the largest and one of the most successful swimming pool service company brokers in the United States. Our 40 years of experience gives us the ability to help beyond the purchase. Our clients enjoy success because of our free consulting and aftermarket care. Almost every client who purchases through our company receives: free consulting through Charles Baird Consulting, access to a world-class industry education website and numerous other business and marketing aids. Our aftermarket care is invaluable and cannot be duplicated. Others may promise, we deliver.
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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...
Profitable Resale Franchise with 169k of Inventory Included
Los Angeles County, CA
Opportunity to acquire a turn-key franchise resale fashion boutique specializing in curated, quality brand-name clothing & accessories for teens & young adults. The Business benefits from a franchise...
Seller financing offered for Parisian restaurant
$350,000
Petaluma, CA
Multi unit Carl's Jr N. CA
Dixon, CA
These stores are located across Sacramento, Solano County, the East Bay, and the Sierra Foothills, which collectively form part of the Greater Sacramento–Northern California regional economy. This...
EBITDA: $659,000
A 6 Year Old Established Spa in West Portal San Francisco
San Francisco, CA
Established West Portal Spa - Prime San Francisco Location This thriving 6-year-old spa presents an exceptional opportunity in San Francisco's desirable West Portal neighborhood. With annual revenue...
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EBITDA: $1
Wayback Burgers
Franchise
Available Nationwide
We have 180+ fast casual restaurants worldwide, a testament to our commitment to training and supporting our franchisees. Franchise with Wayback Burgers today!
Electric boat company
Oxnard, CA
ESTABLISHED ELECTRIC BOAT DEALERSHIP - OXNARD, CA This established electric boat company offers an excellent opportunity in the growing marine recreation industry. Operating since 2021, the business...
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Upscale Turn-Key Asian Restaurant in Prime Van Nuys Location
Van Nuys, CA
Rare opportunity to own a beautifully designed upscale Asian restaurant in the heart of Van Nuys. This fully operational turn-key restaurant features a modern elegant ambiance, spacious dining area,...
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Cash Flow: $252,000
SBA Lender Pre-Qualified Farmers Agency — $579K Revenue/$276K SDE
SBA LOAN ELIGIBLE
Sacramento County, CA
SBA Lender Pre-Qualified Farmers Agency — $579K Revenue/$276K SDE Rare opportunity to acquire a top-performing Farmers Insurance agency in one of Sacramento's most desirable areas. This...
Cash Flow: $275,555
Two Location Breakfast Lunch Restaurant For Sale! Motivated Sellers
Sonoma County, CA
Two Location Breakfast Lunch Restaurant For Sale! Motivated Sellers. Priced Below Market! Strong SDE Profits. RRC#5279 Offered at $375,000 Location: Sonoma County Annual Revenue: $2,400,000 Annual...
Real Estate Included - 7,000 sq ft Bar, Restaurant & Deli
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Tuolumne County, CA
Real Estate Included - 7,000 sq ft Bar, Restaurant & Deli - Annual Revenues $2.5 million. RRC#5276 Offered at $2,250,000 Location: Tuolumne County Annual Revenue: $2,500,000 Annual Cash Flow: $230,000...
Established 1993 – Specialist Deli & Grocery Store - $2.1million
Los Angeles County, CA
Established 1993 – Specialist Deli & Grocery Store - $2.1million Annual Revenues. RRC#5275 Offered at $450,000 Location: Los Angeles County Annual Revenue: $2,100,000 Annual Cash Flow: $154,000...
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Orangetheory Fitness Sale in Central California
California
Interested in getting into the business of changing lives? Orangetheory Fitness members walk out of the building feeling better about themselves than when they walked in. As a franchisee, you’ll...
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EBITDA: $160,000
Custom Store Fixtures & Commercial Casework Business for Sale
Madera, CA
Established Custom Commercial Casework & Store Fixtures Business This family-owned enterprise represents a rare opportunity to acquire a well-established business with 38+ years of proven success in...
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Virtual Developer Training & Certification Platform
Los Angeles, CA
This specialized digital education and technical training business serves businesses and developers worldwide through a combination of corporate training, online education, consulting, and...
Cash Flow: $175,000
BlueFrog Plumbing & Drain
Franchise
Available in California
Invest in Bluefrog Plumbing + Drain: Your Gateway to Profitable and Resilient Business Ownership.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $457,615
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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