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,...

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,...

Contra Costa County, CA
GREAT PRICE! Cashflow from day one! GREAT LOCATION! This is a long established Papa Murphy's. Seller financing is available!. The owner will finance with only $50k down! LOW BASE RENT OF ONLY $2,083!!...
Cash Flow: $100,000

Carlsbad, CA
Established PostalAnnex franchise serving an affluent coastal North County trade area from a clean, well-kept 1,100 SF store in a highly active neighborhood center. The business offers multi-carrier...
Cash Flow: $63,961
San Fernando, CA
Established- Retail Pharmacy-Medicare & Medical Certified-All Major Insurance Contracts In Place-Current RX Count Is 20 Daily & Growing Exponentially-ABC Is A Wholesaler. This 1400 Sf Pharmacy Is...
California
Absentee Run Basketball Training & Gym Franchise - SC2268 This Northern Californian Basketball Training Franchise is a California Limited Liability Company and was started almost 2 years ago, and...
California
This Northern California Natural Foods Store is a California Limited Liability Company and was started 43 years ago and under the current ownership for the past 8 years. They offer various...
Los Angeles, CA
Offering a legacy of over 15 years in precision manufacturing excellence, this business is well established and located in an advantageous area of Antelope Valley for the manufacturing industry. This...
Cash Flow: $246,092
Santa Clara County, CA
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a well-established and profitable dry-cleaning business in a prime location. The current owner has successfully operated the business for more than 40 years and...
Cash Flow: $375,000
Roseville, CA
Incredible turnkey Fast-Fix Jewelry & Watch Repairs franchise opportunity in Westfield Roseville Galleria, a premier A+ mall location near the Nordstrom wing and across from Land Ocean Restaurant....
Kern County, CA
Transform your entrepreneurial vision into reality with this established Wetzel's Pretzels franchise opportunity in Kern County. You'll step into a proven business model that delivers consistent...
Cash Flow: $169,609
Available Nationwide
Love. Integrity. Mission. Excellence.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $407,938
Riverside, CA
Auto repair franchise operating at this established location since 1985, with current ownership in place since 2016. This long-standing site benefits from strong visibility, consistent demand, and a...
Los Angeles County, CA
This highly profitable, 5-star-rated residential building and design company offers a rare opportunity to acquire a stable, established operation with consistent cash flow annually. Operating in one...
$100,000
Los Angeles, CA
Los Angeles County, CA
This boutique skincare studio operates in an affluent area within the greater Los Angeles market and specializes in premium sugaring hair removal and intimate skincare treatments. The business offers...
Cash Flow: $66,246
Aliso Viejo, CA
Owner retiring after 26 years . He manages the Jewelers that do the custom design work .Made to order fine jewelry. He will teach you everything and give you his wholesale vendor accounts and customer...
Cash Flow: $121,923
Umang Kathrani
Alliance Bay Realty
Serving Alameda County, CA
Business Broker for East Bay Area
Redondo Beach, CA
"Please inquire about this listing through the contact form. Upon request, a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) will be promptly emailed to you." #1033 Area: Redondo Beach Asking Price: $450,000 Including...
Cash Flow: $274,122
Walnut Creek, CA
This rare opportunity presents the acquisition of a high-capacity, full-service restaurant and bar in the prime market of Walnut Creek, California, operating with a Type 47 liquor license that allows...
Solano County, CA
This is a great opportunity to buy an established B2B service provider in Solano County, CA. The business provides print, marketing and design solutions. No experience is necessary. Full training and...
Hayward, CA
This long-standing landscape contracting company has served the East Bay of the San Francisco Bay Area for over 50 years. The business has built a strong reputation over decades for reliable service,...
Cash Flow: $1,366,976
Placer County, CA
Established destination venue generating $1.07M in annual sales, featuring a full-service bar, live music programming, and a loyal regional following. Turnkey operation with indoor stage, large...
Available Nationwide
Tap into the lucrative world of technology with CMIT Solutions Franchise
Avg. Unit Revenue: $536,563
Los Angeles County, CA
This established postal and shipping center has built a strong reputation in the Los Angeles area for reliable service, professionalism, and customer-focused support. Serving both individuals and...
Cash Flow: $167,434
San Bernardino County, CA
This is a franchise wellness retail store focused on hemp-based products serving everyday needs like sleep, stress support, recovery, and general wellness. The store operates under a nationally...
Cash Flow: $63,984
$250,000
Riverside County, CA
California
This well-established and profitable wholesale smoke shop, gas station and liquor store accessories business has built a strong market presence. In operation since 2016, the company has earned a solid...
Cash Flow: $320,668
San Diego, CA
Profitable Boba & Donut Shop in Prime Hillcrest, San Diego – Turnkey & Cash-Flowing An excellent opportunity to acquire a profitable, established dessert and beverage concept in the heart of...
Cash Flow: $94,709
San Francisco, CA
Imagine yourself running a beloved Latin restaurant in San Francisco's vibrant Mission District! This well-established South American cuisine restaurant has been serving the community for years,...
Ventura, CA
In the heart of Ventura County, California, a family's vision transformed a simple café concept into an award-winning community cornerstone that has been serving beloved breakfast and lunch favorites...
Cash Flow: $205,348
San Francisco, CA
Established restaurant opportunity located in the desirable Mission/Noe Valley corridor of San Francisco. This 1,000 square foot dining establishment operates within a prime neighborhood setting,...
Riverside County, CA
Well-established and profitable water store offering premium purified and alkaline water using industry-leading Brio Water Technology, featuring a reverse osmosis system and Alkaline drinking water....
Cash Flow: $40,000
San Diego County, CA
Specializing in Mercedes Benz, Sprinter and Motorcoach....
Cash Flow: $117,509
Available Nationwide
Opportunity for a high margin, recurring revenue, no rent, no working capital, little employees, can be hands on or hands off, over simplistic business, with lots of room for error and hiccups - backed by a growing national team of top entrepreneurs that have already grown 8+ figure businesses, working on a common global mission.
Danville, CA
Pepperidge Farm Snack route for sale in the Danville, California area for $675,000. Financing available with an estimated $228,000 down! Currently grossing $697,268 in sales and nets $123,378....
EBITDA: $123,378
California
This Northern California business represents a membership-based business focused on supporting and advocating for flex-based personalized learning charter schools. The business serves over 100 member...
Cash Flow: $427,380
$150,000
San Diego County, CA
Placer County, CA
New Asking Price $395k! Here is a fantastic opportunity for an EXPERIENCED OPERATOR to acquire an exceptional burger or conversion restaurant in the heart of Rocklin, California. This established...
Santa Ana, CA
Turnkey Fast-Fix Jewelry & Watch Repairs location in Santa Ana’s MainPlace Mall with a long operating history, strong customer base, and excellent reputation in a high-traffic regional shopping...
Cash Flow: $90,000
Available in California
Power is powerful! Invest in a top-tier, recession-resistant electrical services franchise backed by the Mister Sparky brand!
Avg. Unit Revenue: $1,227,530
San Diego County, CA
High-Volume Gaslamp Bar | $552K EBITA | Rare 2AM License Confidential opportunity to acquire an established, independently owned themed bar and entertainment venue located in a core Downtown San Diego...
EBITDA: $552,093
San Diego County, CA
A rare opportunity to acquire a beloved, community-rooted restaurant with over two decades of operational history in East County San Diego. This listing includes a well-established dine-in restaurant,...
Cash Flow: $106,887
Pleasanton, CA
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a well-established Asian hair salon known for its loyal clientele, high-quality service, and strong community reputation. Specializing in precision cuts, modern...
Cash Flow: $29,000
Sacramento County, CA
Representing a staple of the Sacramento business community, this asset-rich appliance distribution and retail center is available for the first time in approximately 40 years. This is not a...
Cash Flow: $237,976
San Diego, CA
Currently operating as a popular pho restaurant, this business features a fully equipped commercial kitchen with a Type A1 hood, grease trap, fryers, 4-burner stove with oven, four stock pot burners,...
Gary Khachatrian
Lyonsgate Realty California
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
Business Broker You Can Trust !!!
San Jose, CA
Since the 1980s, this restaurant has built a stellar reputation and a loyal following by serving authentic Chinese cuisine. This is a rare opportunity to acquire a turnkey operation with a legacy of...
Cash Flow: $122,106
Sacramento, CA
This is a Well Established Pizza Franchise for sale. SBA Pre-Qualified for a qualified buyer. Owner is semi-absentee and only spends 16 hours a week there. Originally established in 1998! For over 25...
Cash Flow: $101,164
$1,000,000
San Jose, CA
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Santa Rosa, CA
Full-Service Car Wash with Real Estate – Santa Rosa The opportunity to acquire, a well-established full-service car wash located in the thriving city of Santa Rosa, the largest city in Sonoma County...
Irvine, CA
Convenience-based automotive business quickly gaining market share. Streamlined operations and a data-driven approach yield high cash flow margins and strong repeat customer rates (70%). Clean,...
EBITDA: $3,500,000
Available Nationwide
Noble Locksmith is a full-service business specializing in car key replacement in addition to offering residential and commercial locksmith services.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $181,318
Fresno County, CA
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a fully built-out, operational Fastest Labs franchise at a fraction of the cost and time required to start a new location from scratch. Backed by a highly...
Sylmar, CA
This coin laundromat in Sylmar, CA is an excellent investment opportunity for both new and experienced operators. After running this location for 20 years, the current owner is retiring, leaving a...
San Diego County, CA
Turn-Key Custom Metal Fabrication Company + Equipment. Office, Workshop, Fenced Yard. 2025 Sales: $393,429. 2025 SDE: $125,649. Building - 3,600 SF. Warehouse - 3,000 SF. Office - 600 SF. Fenced Yard...
Cash Flow: $125,649
Ventura, CA
CITY OF VENTURA MAIN STREET PROFITABLE RESTAURANT FOR SALE Premises: 4200' + 600' patio Monthly Rent: $10,500 per gross All In Parking: Public and Valet Lease Term: 7 yrs. + Options ABC License: Beer...
Cash Flow: $200,000
Los Angeles, CA
This is an asset-light, high-margin business that develops and licenses ready-to-run automated trading strategies to professional investors. The offering includes a deep library of systematic...
Cash Flow: $220,000
Chino, CA
This 20-year-established Farmer’s agency boasts a diverse, 100% owner-operated book of business. With a history of smooth integration and high client loyalty, it provides a reliable, plug-and-play...
Cash Flow: $172,332
Los Angeles County, CA
This well-established dog grooming business in Southern California has been successfully operating under the current ownership for over 10 years. Located in a high-traffic area, the business benefits...
Cash Flow: $85,000
Orange County, CA
Long-established Baskin-Robbins franchise store located in South Orange County. Completely remodeled and updated in 2025. Long New Lease and fresh franchise agreement. This store is turnkey and...
Cash Flow: $76,000
Los Angeles County, CA
Established in 2006, this well-regarded dry cleaning business is located in a highly desirable community and is known for delivering high-quality dry cleaning and alteration services with prompt,...
Cash Flow: $120,000
Available in California
We're building something legendary - Hammer & Nails: The Original All-in-one Men's Grooming membership. Men used to have two options: a rushed haircut at a strip-mall chain, or nothing at all. Hammer & Nails changed that in 2016, and we're still the only complete men's grooming franchise built around recurring memberships instead of one-off visits. It's dependable, recurring revenue from members who come back every month. Not a fluke of foot traffic and it's in a category that's only continuing to grow fast.
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:
How many businesses are listed for sale in California?
There are around 5,400 businesses for sale in California, with listings across various metro areas and statewide.
What types of businesses are for sale?
The marketplace in California is diverse, with all types of businesses in play.
What is the average asking price for these businesses?
The median asking price for businesses listed for sale in California is $360,000.
What is the average revenue of these businesses?
The median reported revenue for these businesses is $630,000.
What is the average seller discretionary earnings?
The median reported earnings, often referred to as Seller Discretionary Earnings (SDE), is $150,000.
What are the average valuation multiples?
Typically, businesses are being listed with an earnings multiple of 2.5 and a revenue multiple of 0.6 when referring to the asking price.
Which cities in California have the most businesses listed for sale?
The cities with the highest number of listings are Los Angeles (approx. 480), San Diego (approx. 250), San Francisco (approx. 220), Sacramento (approx. 140), San Jose (approx. 120), Oakland (approx. 80), Long Beach (approx. 80), Anaheim (approx. 60), and Riverside (approx. 60).
How can California business owners sell their own businesses?
Most business owners will retain an experienced business broker, who will typically charge a 10-15% success fee. Some business owners choose to list their business for sale directly and take on the entire process on their own. This can be a complex and challenging task, requiring an understanding of the market, great marketing skills, and even better negotiating skills.