California
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Orangetheory Fitness Sale in Central California
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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
Tile & Stone Fabrication and Installation Company - SC2276
California
This long-standing tile & stone fabrication and installation company is a California Sub Chapter S Corporation and has been in operation for 39 years under the founding leadership. They work with both...
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EBITDA: $180,000
Well-established & Successful Stone Fabrication Business for Sale
Hayward, CA
ROCK SOLID STONE FABRICATION BUSINESS FOR SALE With many decades of success in stone materials design and installation, and just over a quarter-century in custom, computer-aided, stone fabrication,...
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In-Home Applied Behavior Analysis Therapy Provider
San Diego, CA
A leading provider of in-home early intervention and ABA services, the Company delivers individualized, evidence-based care to children from infancy through age eight, supporting critical...
Cash Flow: $723,928
Downtown Santa Barbara Bar for Sale
Santa Barbara, CA
Established downtown Santa Barbara bar and live music venue for sale in prime State Street location. Operating under this DBA since 2010, this turn-key dive bar offers exceptional versatility for...
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Mountain Mike’s Pizza Franchise – Profitable Alameda County
Alameda County, CA
Exceptional opportunity to acquire a well-established Mountain Mike’s Pizza franchise in a prime Alameda County, California location. This turnkey business offers consistent sales history, strong...
Turn Key RV Rental Business For Sale
San Diego, CA
This is an opportunity to acquire a fully operational, income-producing short-term RV rental business based in San Diego, CA. The business is built around a well-maintained 2021 Jayco Alante 27A Class...
Profitable Bay Area Roofing Company - Consistent Books & Records
Alameda County, CA
Are you looking to acquire a reputable, turnkey service business with a decade of proven success? This well-established, family-owned roofing company has been the trusted choice for homeowners and...
Cash Flow: $376,000
Homewell Care Services
Franchise
Available in California
An Opportunity Like None Other: Where Personal Fulfillment Meets Financial Success
Avg. Unit Revenue: $956,702
Profitable National Mexican QSR ( Del taco )
Fresno County, CA
Profitable National Mexican QSR – Central California Standalone Building , Absentee Owner , Established and high-performing national Mexican quick-service franchise located in Central California ? Key...
Cash Flow: $350,000
Licensed Residential Alcohol & Drug Rehabilitation Cntr W Real Estate
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Placer County, CA
LICENSED RESIDENTIAL REHABILITATION FACILITY WITH REAL ESTATE - PLACER COUNTY This exceptional real estate opportunity presents a fully licensed 6-bed residential alcohol and drug rehabilitation...
Rare Opportunity: 22-Year Profitable Thai Restaurant – Owner Retiring
$875,000
San Dimas, CA
Farmers Insurance Agency – San Carlos, CA | $3.2M Book | $235K Rev
San Carlos, CA
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a high-retention, established Farmers Insurance agency in San Carlos, California with a $3.2M premium book and $235K annual revenue (~$20K/month). Priced...
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Cash Flow: $190,000
Metal Service Center/Metal Supply Co for sale
Ontario, CA
This is a great opportunity for a buyer or investor who is interested in sheet metal business. The co was well established in souther California 14 year ago, and has grown into a leading supplier of...
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Cash Flow: $175,000
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Transworld Business Advisors Coachella Valley
Serving Riverside County, CA
When a company owner needs to sell their business, they can’t just stick a for sale sign in the window. They need the assistance of a business broker to locate and vet potential buyers. On the other side, buyers rely on the broker to help facilitate the process of evaluating potential businesses and franchises for sale. A Transworld Business Advisor is the solution for both scenarios. Transworld Business Advisorson three core concepts: business brokerage, franchise consulting and franchise development. The History Of Transworld Business Advisors Established in 1979, Transworld Business Advisors was originally founded in South Florida by Don (a 30 year IBM executive) and his wife Bonnie Parrish. It quickly grew to the largest business brokerage in the U.S. Although the company was thriving, CEO Andrew Cagnetta envisioned even more growth. It wasn’t long before United Franchise Group CEO Ray Titus and Cagnetta teamed up to form a partnership and offer Transworld Business Advisors as a franchise. With over 25 years in franchising, Ray provided the leadership under United Franchise Group, which is home to award winning franchises such as Signarama, Fully Promoted (formally EmbroidMe), Experimac, SuperGreen Solutions, VentureX, and Jon Smith Subs. Andy provided the business brokerage industry experience. Their symbiotic relationship helped grow the Transworld franchise into more than 100 franchisees around the world. Transworld Business Advisors is headquartered in West Palm Beach, Florida. Our state of the art training facility has helped thousands of entrepreneurs achieve their dream of business ownership. Transworld Business Advisors Today For over thirty-five years, Transworld has specialized in the sale of businesses and commercial real estate. Today Transworld Business Advisors is a global network of brokers offering a turnkey solution for those that want to build a solid business and future for themselves while maintaining a balanced quality of life. With our comprehensive training programs, full marketing support, and local field support, you won’t have to start from scratch. Our trained experts and mentors will help you every step of the way. Awards And Recognition Logos of Awards Transworld Business Advisors has been awarded several accolades including: Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500 2014 and their special categories for top home-based and fastest growing franchise systems Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year Entrepreneur Magazine’s 2013 Fastest Growing Franchise Franchise Times 200 Transworld Allegiances International Business Brokers Association, Inc. International Franchise Association
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Great Fusion Mexican Restaurant W/Loyal Customers & Good Cash-flow!
Santa Clara County, CA
Mexican Fusion Restaurant with Full Liquor License – Turnkey Operation with Strong Team & Growth Potential Business Overview This is a well-established and highly regarded Mexican Fusion restaurant...
Cash Flow: $84,000
Nail Spa for sale-Prime location, High cash flow/trendy/turnkey
San Bernardino County, CA
Trendset Nail Spa represents an exceptional acquisition opportunity in Yucaipa's thriving beauty market. This modern, turnkey salon has established itself as a premium destination for trend-conscious...
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Cash Flow: $295,000
Award Winning Brewpub-Restaurant w/Type 75 & Type 23 Liquor License
California
Award Winning Brewpub-Restaurant w/Type 75 & Type 23 Liquor License $2 Million Revenue in NorCal SC2275 Financial Information $1,586,000 Asking Price $150,000 Cash Flow $2,000,000 Gross Revenue...
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Cash Flow: $150,000
Established Chiropractic Care Center in NorCal
California
This fully equipped Chiropractic Care Center is a California Sub Chapter S Corporation and has been in operation for 34 years and under current ownership for the past 18 years. They offer a wide...
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Cash Flow: $310,000
Established Sushi Restaurant For Sale
Long Beach, CA
Own a beloved Long Beach staple that successfully bridges the gap between "special occasion" dining and everyday healthy eating. This Long Beach Sushi Restaurant was founded on the principle that...
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Cash Flow: $140,000
Exit Factor
Franchise
Available in California
Exit Factor is a business coaching franchise that focuses on coaching small to medium sized companies on how to build a valuable and sellable business.
Volume Manufacturing and Machining
Orange County, CA
The company has operated in Orange County for over 20 years. They specialize in moderate and high volume precision metal stamping catering to the needs of long standing customers across the...
11-Unit Carl’s Jr. Franchise Portfolio | $858K+ EBITDA | Strong Growth
Santa Clara County, CA
Opportunity to acquire an 11 unit Carl’s Jr. franchise portfolio with strong historical performance, demonstrated growth, and significant scalability potential. This established platform generated...
EBITDA: $857,931
Hair & Nails Salon
$199,000
Santa Clara County, CA
Turnkey NEMT Business | San Diego | Wheelchair & Gurney | High Demand
Chula Vista, CA
Established Non-Emergency Medical Transportation (NEMT) business serving San Diego County. This is a turnkey, ready-to-operate opportunity in a high-demand industry driven by an aging population and...
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Mission Foods Route For Sale | Escondido, CA — $104,000
Escondido, CA
Mission Foods Route For Sale | Escondido, CA — $104,000 About the Route Mission Foods distribution route for sale - $104,000 The territory services portions of Escondido CA and includes a protected...
Cash Flow: $88,707
RV Repair/Collision Facility
Placer County, CA
Established RV Repair Facility - 20 Years of Proven Success This well-established RV repair business presents an exceptional opportunity for an owner-operator or existing automotive business looking...
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Turn Key-Award Winner and Top of the line established Wellness Studio
Los Angeles, CA
InfraRed Sauna, Body Sculpting, Full body Cryotherapy, RedLight, Compression. Don’t miss your chance to own one of Los Angeles most talked-about wellness center. The business is a fully built-out,...
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Fully Absentee Gourmet Dessert Franchise – Seller Financing Available
SBA LOAN ELIGIBLE
California
Gourmet Dessert Franchise - Absentee Owned! - SC2273 This Northern California Gourmet Dessert Franchise is a California Limited Liability Company and was started almost 5 years ago and under the...
2 Successful Palm Springs Martinizing Cleaners For Sale
Riverside County, CA
2 stores included (plant + Sattellite). Discounted Franchise Fee ($45,000.00) should be paid on top of selling price. Turnkey operation in a high-income, high growth market. 4,000 sq ft Plant &...
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EBITDA: $159,000
Established Commercial Shade Structure Business – 21+ Year Track
Los Angeles, CA
Home-Based | Relocatable | California Market | No Employees | No Inventory An excellent opportunity to acquire an established commercial shade structure business with more than 20 years of operating...
Cash Flow: $207,221
Expedia Cruises
Franchise
Available in California
For over 35 years, Expedia Cruises has been one of North America's largest retail travel agency franchises and a leading seller of cruise travel. Build equity and enjoy a great lifestyle with our proven franchise model by starting your franchise journey today!
Avg. Unit Revenue: $514,404
Profitable Coffee House in Davis CA
Davis, CA
Here’s an opportunity to own a sweet café in a top-notch location in a popular college town. This Café is in a very convenient spot with great foot traffic in the Downtown area. The owners have...
Cash Flow: $111,000
Turn Key Smoke, Tobacco, and Gift Shop
Winnetka, CA
This established turnkey smoke, tobacco, and gift shop presents an exceptional acquisition opportunity in Winnetka's retail market. The business operates with comprehensive regulatory compliance,...
Cash Flow: $80,000
Seller financing offered for Parisian restaurant
$350,000
Petaluma, CA
Seller Financing! Profitable Grill Cleaning Business
California
This Northern California Grill Cleaning Business is a California Limited Liability Company and was started 1 year ago, and has been under the founding ownership since inception. They provide...
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Cash Flow: $75,000
Absentee-Run Ventilation Controls Company in NorCal - SC2269
California
Absentee-Run Ventilation Controls Company in NorCal - SC2269 This Northern Californian Ventilation Control Company is a California Limited Liability Company and was started 15 years ago, and still...
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SpeedPro
Franchise
Available Nationwide
The nation’s leading wide-format printing/graphics franchise. Top 25% Average Goss Sales $1,488,094* and top 25% Discretionary profit $412,670*. Generate revenue before you open your studio!
Avg. Unit Revenue: $1,034,737
Absentee-Run Golf Improvement Tool Company in NorCal - SC2270
California
This Northern Californian Golf Improvement Tool Company is a California Limited Liability Company and was started 15 years ago, and is still under the current founding ownership. This company provides...
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SBA Approved & Absentee Run American Full-Service Restaurant Franchise
California
SBA Approved & Absentee Run American Full-Service Restaurant Franchise in NorCal - SC2256 This casual American full-service restaurant chain is a Northern California C Corporation and has been in...
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Cash Flow: $250,000
CAR WASH + PROPERTY - San Bernardino
San Bernardino, CA
• FULL-SERVICE CAR WASH + PROPERY $1,280,000 • Established Reputation: San Bernardino is recognized as the first full-service car wash to offer 100% hand wash services since 1989, emphasizing a...
NorCal Litigation Firm: High Margins, Rapid Growth
Walnut Creek, CA
This is a standout opportunity to step into a growing litigation practice with a steady flow of new clients and a model built for scale. The firm benefits from a strong referral network and a...
Cash Flow: $331,460
Established Neighborhood "Dive" Bar with Large Outdoor Patio
Riverside, CA
Imagine yourself behind the bar of this authentic neighborhood gem that's been the heart of the community for nearly two decades. You'll love the genuine dive bar atmosphere that draws loyal regulars...
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Realest Group
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
Realest is a privately held and minority owned, real estate services and investment firm focused on creating and optimizing the value of real estate through the confluence of innovation, cultures, experiences, industries, and communities. Our clients and our projects not only shape culture, but form an evergreen portfolio of experience-driven residential, retail, hospitality, office, leisure and entertainment assets in emerging growth markets. Based in Los Angeles, Realest capitalizes on its proximity to the apex of entertainment, digital media, and innovative dining. With our diverse expertise and close ties to leaders in the real estate, fashion, culinary, music, and entertainment industries, Realest is uniquely positioned to develop a portfolio of experiential brands at the cross-section of multiple sectors. Together, our work has drawn over ten billion impressions and counting. As commercial real estate is upended by emerging technologies, e-commerce, a flattened competitive landscape, and the recent global pandemic, we believe the best way to predict the unknown future is to invent it, creating our own reality. Then, diligently stewarding its course. This is how we ensure our capital investors and long-term brand partners are able to secure, stabilize, and maximize their investments in our institutional-grade projects throughout specific growth markets.
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Charming Burbank Opportunity at 3801 W Burbank Blvd – Prime Location i
Burbank, CA
Established Liquor Store with Dual Income Streams in Prime Burbank Location This turnkey liquor store operation, established in 2000, offers exceptional value through its combination of steady retail...
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Absentee-Run Mochi Donut & Boba Store Package – 2 Locations
Riverside, CA
UPDATE: (4/30/26) Riverside store is under contract and in Escrow. Only Covina store is currently for sale! New price is for COVINA store ONLY! This is a unique opportunity to acquire two established,...
Cash Flow: $25,000
Highly Reputable Residential & Commercial Construction
$1,480,000
El Cerrito, CA
Premier Retail Space
Fullerton, CA
Current Business Sale Include: BOUTIQUE KIDS CLOTHING RETAIL WITH PLAY AREA - TURNKEY PROFITABLE OPPORTUNITY BUSINESS OVERVIEW: This turnkey retail operation specializes in boutique children's...
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Well-Established Juice Bar with Expansion Potential
Orange County, CA
Well established juice business with a strong local customer base Steady, repeat customer traffic Fully turnkey operation with all furniture, fixtures, equipment, and inventory included Easy to...
HealthSource Chiropractic
Franchise
Available in California
HealthSource Chiropractic: $363K Avg Gross Profit with Unmatched Care Nationwide!
Avg. Unit Revenue: $609,587
Premier Nail Studio in Newark, CA
Newark, CA
This well-established beauty studio in Newark, CA specializes in nail services, permanent makeup, lash treatments, and advanced skincare. Known for its customized, client-focused approach, the...
Cash Flow: $25,503
Remodeled Hair Salon in Newark, CA
Newark, CA
This well-established hair salon in Newark, CA offers a full range of hair services including cuts, coloring, styling, and treatments. Known for its professional service and personalized client...
Cash Flow: $18,000
Six Location Massage Therapy Franchise
Santa Rosa, CA
Seize a rare opportunity to acquire six fully operational locations of a nationally recognized therapeutic massage and skincare franchise, the largest of its kind in the United States. With instant...
Cash Flow: $548,297
Mobile Pet Treatery & Boutique
Oakland, CA
Relocatable! Turnkey mobile pet bakery and boutique. Operate in the fast-growing premium pet products market, offering fresh, all-natural, limited-ingredient, mostly organic pet treats. The business...
Cash Flow: $13,515
Two Location Indoor Playground and Entertainment Business
Santa Rosa, CA
Play has been turned into an adventure here. This indoor family entertainment center is packed wall-to-wall with jump houses, and playgrounds built for bouncing, and climbing. Whether it's a rainy...
Cash Flow: $263,540
Drug Test and Blood Draw Lab
Placer County, CA
This established drug testing and blood draw laboratory provides essential screening and specimen collection services for employers, individuals, and organizations in its local market. The business...
High Profit Pre-Owned Car Dealership
Stanislaus County, CA
Here is your chance to own a well established used car dealership in Stanislaus County. Located on a busy street/Main Highway, there is plenty of visibility, foot traffic as well as a significant...
Cash Flow: $370,000
Silverado Canyon Market & Kitchen
Silverado, CA
Established in 1964, Silverado Canyon Market & Kitchen is a charming canyon and creekside destination, with the market rooted in history and the kitchen thoughtfully introduced in 2020. The market...
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Established Senior Living Placement Franchise
San Diego, CA
ESTABLISHED SENIOR LIVING PLACEMENT FRANCHISE - SAN DIEGO Well-established senior living placement and referral franchise serving the highly desirable La Jolla and Mission Valley markets in San Diego,...
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
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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