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...
Businesses For Sale in California
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Multi unit Carl's Jr N. CA
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
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,...
2
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...
3
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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Young Chefs Academy
Franchise
Available in California
Young Chefs® Academy is the nation's leading kids' cooking franchise — a purpose-built, culinary education brand where children from preschool through high school learn to measure, mix, sauté, and master real culinary skills in a fun, hands-on environment. Serious Fun. Experts in kids cooking. Inspiring a new generation.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $289,709
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...
3
EBITDA: $180,000
Turnkey Award-Winning Restaurant | Recently Remodeled | NearWholeFoods
$72,500
Sonoma County, CA
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
Robert Hughes
Hughes Properties Inc.
Serving Riverside County, CA
For more than 20 years Hughes Properties has operated as a full-service, Business Opportunity focused organization in the Palm Springs area. We are much more than a sales force. We are consensus-oriented in that a buyer and seller must reach their optimum deal; one that is fair to both parties. A satisfying Win-Win situation for all. We work diligently with Sellers to determine the top dollar value of their business. The valuation has to reflect numerous key factors while dialing in the personalized variables of how each business is run. Over the years we have learned the truest fair value is calculated by looking closely at the Seller‘s Cash Flow to determine the Profit model for that particular business. From Day One Hughes Properties has blown past borders marketing all business listings on a global scale. We have always recognized the Palm Springs area as having it’s own particular brand of world wide recognition and appeal. As such, we advertise our business listings globally and work hard to provide service around the clock. We take pride in the number of E2 Visas we have had approved for buyers who hail from Canada, France, Switzerland, Portugal, England, Peru, along with so many other countries. Through our experience in getting these E2 Visas approved, we are able to successfully sell someone’s business thereby allowing them to write their next chapter, while a new family gains the opportunity to live the American dream of running their own business. Many times Sellers are ready to move on to an exciting new venture, or perhaps they’re ready to retire, maybe move closer to family. Wherever you are in life, whatever your goals, we’re here to help you sell the business you have built over the years and move on, while for others we stand ready to find you the ideal opportunity to be your own boss and move up.
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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
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
DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen
Franchise
Available Nationwide
$1.5M Avg Revenue, 46% Gross Margins in a $600B Market, Scalable model built for high ROI and long-term growth.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $1,565,320
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...
2
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...
6
Cash Flow: $175,000
Window Cleaning Business - Prime Territory in Los Angeles County
$100,000
Los Angeles County, CA
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...
5
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
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
Bach to Rock
Franchise
Available in California
Operate a structured music education business with lessons, bands, and ongoing monthly tuition revenue.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $587,341
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 — $99,000
Escondido, CA
Mission Foods Route For Sale | Escondido, CA — $99,000 About the Route Mission Foods distribution route for sale - $99,000 The territory services portions of Escondido CA and includes a protected...
Cash Flow: $88,707
Established Beauty Salon with Loyal Clientele
$25,000
Van Nuys, CA
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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Martinizing Cleaners
Franchise
Available Nationwide
Martinizing is the Most Iconic Name In Dry Cleaning!
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 &...
2
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
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
Matt Manavi, MBA, CBB, CBI, CM&AP, M&AMI
California Mergers and Acquisitions
Serving Orange County, CA
Transworld Business Advisors is a world leader in the marketing and sale of businesses, franchises, and commercial real estate. Transworld offers professional services that brings buyers and sellers together whether you represent an acquisition minded corporation or are personally interested in owning your own company. We serve all business owners in Southern CA with offices in San Berbardino County, Orange County, and San Diego County.
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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...
3
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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25-Year LA Auto Repair Shop Honda/Toyota– Strong Cash Flow – 3 Lifts
$258,000
Walnut, CA
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...
2
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...
3
Cash Flow: $250,000
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
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...
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
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...
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
Sharkeys Cuts for Kids
Franchise
Available Nationwide
Keep Your Job & Own This Franchise - Laptop Operated & Fully Passive
Avg. Unit Revenue: $275,732
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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