Santa Cruz, CA
A premier turn-key acquisition opportunity in the vibrant heart of downtown Santa Cruz. This unique sports bar is in a rapidly developing coastal corridor, the establishment benefits from high foot...
Businesses For Sale in California
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Turnkey Restaurant Opportunity-Prime Cornerstone Downtown Location
Take out Pizza Franchise! 50k down! 1 Owner since 2004!
Concord, CA
GREAT PRICE!! Absentee Owner! Great Location! Located in a shopping center with a large Grocery Store as an anchor. Plenty of parking. Owner runs 37% labor and paid over $152,000 in labor last year....
Cash Flow: $71,614
Semi-Absentee Waxing Salon | High Margin & 11-Yr Reputation – SC2258
California
This waxing salon in Northern California has been established for 11 years and under the current ownership for the last 7 years. They provide a wide variety of waxing services, including Brazilian...
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Cash Flow: $60,000
Premium 16-Year Custom-Label Bottled Water Delivery Business for Sale
Los Angeles County, CA
Are you ready to step into a proven, recession-resistant route business with immediate profitability? This 16year-established custom-label bottled water delivery business serves a loyal base of...
Cash Flow: $62,643
Own a Profitable Amazon FBA Business — Work Remotely, 2–3 Hours a Week
Whittier, CA
Acquire a turnkey Amazon FBA business that delivers consistent profit with minimal time commitment. Over the past 10 months, it has produced $50,000+ in revenue and $19,000 in net profit, with a...
Cash Flow: $23,000
Highway Gas Station, Diesel MPDs & Large Market w/ Liquor
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Inyo County, CA
Do Not Visit Site Until You Speak With Broker. Please No Speaking with Employees/Ownership & Do Not Loiter on Property. Exclusively Listed and Presented By: The Gas Broker™. This Mobil-branded gas...
EBITDA: $240,000
Premier Event Destination, Established Winery, and Legacy Opportunity
Plymouth, CA
Welcome to one of Northern California’s most recognized and successful event driven winery destinations, where timeless architecture, rolling vineyards, and a vibrant hospitality atmosphere come...
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EBITDA: $246,000
Business location for Sale
Santa Clara, CA
Business Features: - 1,266 square feet of retail space - Franchise operation with established brand recognition - Easy-to-operate business model - Strategically located near Mission College, Levi's...
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San Diego Auto Engine Machining & Building
San Diego County, CA
Turn-Key Engine Balancing & Automotive Service Center. 3,000 Sf Shop Leased Through 2/28/2027. One employee to remain after the sale. 2025 Sales: $403,436 and 2025 SDE: $103,318. Equipment worth...
Cash Flow: $103,318
Pepperidge Farm Snack Route, Torrance, CA
Torrance, CA
Pepperidge Farm Snack route for sale in the Torrance, California area for $700,000. Financing available with an estimated $150,000 down! Currently grossing $609,336 in sales and nets $110,864....
EBITDA: $110,864
First Choice Business Brokers
Franchise
Available in California
First Choice Business Brokers are a team of passionate professionals that assist buyers and sellers of small to medium-sized businesses with their buying/selling transactions. With over 25 years of industry-leading experience, new franchise owners are expertly trained in a proven business model. This unique opportunity offers multiple streams of revenue by helping business owners.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $315,395
Fully Absentee & Highly Profitable-35 Year Established Pet Grooming
California
This long-established pet grooming company in Northern California has been established for over 35 years and under the current ownership for the 3 years. They perform all kinds of pet grooming...
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Cash Flow: $45,000
Rare opportunity to acquire a nine-unit men’s haircut salon portfolio
California
Offered for sale is a rare opportunity to acquire a nine-unit men’s haircut salon portfolio in Central California, owned and operated by the same franchisee for 11 years across key markets from...
Cash Flow: $350,000
High-Volume AYCE Sushi w/ strong profit and huge upside potential
$875,000
Los Angeles, CA
Car Wash + Real Estate + Rental Space
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Montclair, CA
100% HAND CAR WASH - Prime Holt Avenue Location – Montclair INVESTMENT HIGHLIGHTS • True 100% Hand Car Wash – No automated tunnel • High-Visibility Location on Holt Avenue • Strong Traffic Corridor...
Physical Therapy For Sale , San Luis Obispo County, CA
San Luis Obispo County, CA
ref#715 This well-established physical therapy practice is located in the highly desirable San Luis Obispo market and is now available due to the owner’s retirement. The practice generates $454,219 in...
Cash Flow: $203,663
Bradley Bickers
GBB Advisors
Serving Tulare County, CA
GBB Advisors is dedicated to the sale of businesses and business assets. Our team of experienced and dedicated associates will Value, Market and Close your transaction with the professionalism that you deserve. Our marketing methodology focuses on identifying potential buyers based on relevance, ability and motivation. Starting with an initial marketing strategy kick-off, we identify existing buying clients, potential market related buyers and equity groups that are ideal candidates. Once identified each candidate is contacted and managed through a detail process to ensure a smooth transaction.
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Subway Sandwich Franchise Exclusive Listing – Santa Rosa, CA
Santa Rosa, CA
MS Real Estate is pleased to announce the exclusive listing of a Subway® restaurant franchise in Santa Rosa, California.This profitable business opportunity offers an established operation in a prime...
Express Car Wash With Real Estate Signalized Corner Lot
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Montclair, CA
EXPRESS CAR WASH WITH REAL ESTATE • PRIME SIGNALIZED CORNER LOCATION • Express Car Wash has been serving the community since 2019 • Originally built and operated as Tommy’s car wash • Currently...
Beautifully Established Bakery Restaurant-High Volume, 17+ yrs
Los Angeles County, CA
Well-established and highly regarded bakery restaurant offered for sale. Successfully operating for over 17 years, the business has built a loyal customer base and an excellent reputation for...
Cash Flow: $420,000
Professional Custom Signs
Madera County, CA
Profitable, well-established custom signage and graphics company operating successfully since 1986. The business provides in-house design, fabrication, and professional installation of interior and...
Cash Flow: $222,933
World Renowned Craft Equipment Manufacturer For The Textile Industry
California
Northern California World Renowned Craft Equipment Manufacturer For The Textile Industry - SC2255 This craft equipment manufacturing business is a Northern California Sub-Chapter S Corporation and has...
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Cash Flow: $150,000
Kid to Kid
Franchise
Available Nationwide
Step into the $43 billion resale industry with Kid to Kid, a franchise that transforms high-quality, gently used kids' items into a profitable, purpose-driven business. Backed by 30+ years of innovation, unparalleled support, and a thriving community of 120+ stores, Kid to Kid offers the perfect opportunity to make a meaningful impact while building your own success story.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $1,017,375
Turn Key Electronics Contract Manufacture with Huge Potential
San Diego County, CA
Up for acquisition is a well-established, full-service electronics contract manufacturer that delivers comprehensive “turn-key” manufacturing — from PCB assembly and SMT/through-hole board production...
Cash Flow: $222,247
Profitable Charleys Cheesesteaks Franchise in Busy Area near SGV
Los Angeles County, CA
Rare opportunity to acquire a profitable Charleys Cheesesteaks franchise located in a busy Southern California retail corridor near the San Gabriel Valley. The store benefits from strong brand...
Cash Flow: $189,157
Turn-Key Restaurant in Elk Grove!
$295,000
Elk Grove, CA
Profitable Established Telecom & IT Solutions Company
Los Angeles County, CA
A well-established technology and telecommunications solutions provider with over 25 years of proven success. This company specializes in designing, installing, and maintaining communication...
Cash Flow: $551,968
SoCal High End Cabinet Business with Simulation Platform Contract
Los Angeles County, CA
New buyer must have direct cabinet making experience - This profitable cabinet shop has been a trusted name in custom cabinetry and millwork for years, serving both residential and commercial clients...
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Cash Flow: $307,053
Established Subway Franchise, Easy to Operate, Turnkey Operation
Orange County, CA
Established Subway franchise located in a busy, high-visibility area with steady walk-in and local customer traffic. This well-known sandwich shop has been recently remodeled to meet the latest Subway...
Cash Flow: $67,126
Established Print and Signs Company in the Greater Sacramento Area
California
A business-to-business marketing, signs, and print services franchise that helps organizations communicate more effectively through a wide range of visual and digital solutions. Owners work closely...
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Jewelry/watches in Prime Reginal Mall Central Orange County
Orange County, CA
Jewelry Store & watches in Prime Reginal Mall in Central Orange County corner location on ground floor by Nordstrom and lots of other high end stores . Inventory is not included in the price . You can...
FITNESS EQUIPMENT REPAIR and SERVICE COMPANY
Corona, CA
Fitness Repair Center MUST SELL Make and Offer - Seller has medical issues Reputable, Family-Owned Business | 30+ Years in Operation | Southern California • Established fitness equipment repair and...
Midtown District Bar & Restaurant with Entertainment
Sacramento, CA
We are pleased to offer this Restaurant & Bar opportunity located in one of Sacramento’s most active dining and entertainment districts. Buyers should have ownership or solid management experience...
Cash Flow: $200,000
Noble Locksmith
Franchise
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
Established Bar & Japanese Restaurant
Oakland, CA
Established Bar & Japanese Restaurant presents a compelling acquisition opportunity in Oakland. This well-positioned culinary establishment operates from a strategically located commercial space on a...
Private-Label eBike Brand SC2252
California
Established Private-Label eBike Brand - Strong Supply Chain - Significant Inventory Included - SC2252 Financial Information Asking Price: $400,000 Cash Flow: On request Gross Revenue: On request Down...
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275-Unit ATM Route With Contract-Controlled Cash Flow.
$1,400,000
San Francisco County, CA
Legacy Sign Manufacturing, Marketing & Printing - Thousands of Custome
Los Angeles County, CA
Business Description Discover a rare opportunity to acquire a historical full-service signage business in Los Angeles County, California. For decades this company has been a trusted visual branding...
Fully Remodeled Subway Package - Southern California
California
Subway started small in the USA before becoming the largest string of sandwich shops in the world. Subway restaurants are owned by more than 21,000 franchisees in more than 100 countries around the...
Cash Flow: $355,127
Once Upon A Child
Franchise
Available Nationwide
Once Upon A Child buys and sells gently used and new children's clothing, toys, equipment and more! With over 415 stores open in North America we are the nations largest chain of children's resale stores.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $1,268,984
Dry Cleaning Agency - Profitable & Short Hours
Riverside County, CA
Well-established dry cleaning agency for sale, offering strong and consistent profitability with convenient, owner-friendly operating hours. The business enjoys a loyal, repeat customer base,...
Cash Flow: $60,000
1 Vending Route - Northern California
California
Enter the industry with a low-cost! › Turnkey opportunity featuring established locations and dependable cash flow! › Low overhead model with minimal staffing required › Simple, scalable operation...
Cash Flow: $16,480
Business Opportunity: Swift Collision Center
Van Nuys, CA
Excellent opportunity to acquire Swift Collision Center, a well-established auto body and collision repair business located at 14701 Calvert Street, Van Nuys, CA 91411. This turnkey operation features...
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Promotional, Printing & Marketing Business
Contra Costa County, CA
This is a fantastic opportunity to buy a well established B2B print, promotional, large format and marketing business in Contra Costa County. With a solid foundation and a robust client base, this...
Award-Winning Frozen Yogurt Business
Ventura County, CA
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a top 2025 award-winning, well-established Frozen Yogurt and Boba Tea shop located in a busy Ventura County shopping center. Operating successfully in the same...
Cash Flow: $140,524
Susan Refahiat
Station Sales
Serving Orange County, CA
Commercial Brokerage. Gas Station/Service Station Specialists with over 30 years of experience.
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Highly Profitable 25+ Year Thriving General Contracting Company
Riverside County, CA
Opportunity to own a reputable and well-established general contracting business in the Inland Empire that has been thriving for over 25 years. This business has an experienced team of over 25...
Cash Flow: $1,405,795
Jamba - 3 units near Riverside, CA
San Bernardino County, CA
Seller willing to finance with 50% down. Founded in the seaside town of San Luis Obispo, California, Jamba® was built on the belief that eating better should be simple and taste delicious. Jamba’s...
Cash Flow: $152,993
Restaurant Equipment Distributor and Services. Excellent Financials
$1,690,000
Los Angeles, CA
Turnkey LEGO® Robotics & Financial Literacy Education Business
Palo Alto, CA
MS Real Estate Inc. is pleased to present a well-established, highly profitable seasonal education business specializing in LEGO® Robotics and NFEC-endorsed Financial Literacy programs for children...
Coin Laundromat in Compton
Compton, CA
This coin laundry located in Compton, CA sits in a densely populated area surrounded by apartment buildings. The business has been run by the same owners for over a decade, but they are ready to...
Zoomin Groomin
Franchise
Available in California
Sniffing around for a great new opportunity? Zoomin Groomin is expanding our mobile grooming business nationwide. Set your own schedule, be your own boss and work with pets all day. We'll be right by your side, every step of the way. Woof!
Avg. Unit Revenue: $186,770
Multi-Unit, Automotive Business in San Diego, CA
San Diego, CA
This business has been operating successfully for many years and has a proven track record of profitability, with unit level economics that are unparalleled in the industry. With access to extensive...
EBITDA: $3,500,000
High RIO Automotive Franchise in San Jose, CA
San Jose, CA
Data driven automotive service business with a simple, disruptive operating model gaining market share in a highly fragmented industry. Clean, compact, and recognizable storefront with small footprint...
EBITDA: $2,800,000
Established West LA Mold Business | 22+ Yrs | Seller Financing
Los Angeles County, CA
Established 22-year mold inspection and remediation business serving the affluent submarkets of West Los Angeles. Lean owner-operator model with no real estate, no debt, and zero historical paid...
Cash Flow: $95,632
Auto Body and Paint Shop in Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA
Exceptional opportunity to acquire a turn-key, full-service auto body and paint shop situated on a prominent 17,000 sq ft corner lot in the heart of Los Angeles. This well-established operation comes...
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Restaurant, Bar, and Hookah
North Hollywood, CA
Established Restaurant, Bar, and Hookah Lounge Operating Opportunity in North Hollywood This turnkey hospitality establishment represents a compelling acquisition opportunity in North Hollywood's...
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Auto Body and Paint Shop in North Hollywood / No. Ho.
North Hollywood, CA
Exceptional opportunity to acquire a turn-key, full-service auto body and paint shop situated on a secured corner lot in the heart of Los Angeles. This well-established operation comes fully equipped...
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Popular-Profitable Wine Bar And Restaurant-Real Estate Available!!!
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
San Francisco, CA
Imagine walking into your own successful wine bar and restaurant where customers have been gathering for over 30 years. This isn't just a business opportunity - it's your chance to own a beloved...
Steel Fabrication & Installation Company Plus Real Estate
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
San Diego County, CA
Lot - 22,337 Sf. Office Trailers - 900 Sf. Workshop - 3,432 Sf. Covered Work Area - 11,404 Sf. Turn-Key Steel Manufacturing Shop, Welding Trucks & Equipment. Office, Workshop, Covered Work Area. 2024...
Cash Flow: $1,900,000
Convenience Store with Beer & Wine, Major Signalized Intersection
La Mirada, CA
CONVENIENCE MARKET WITH BEER & WINE • Ice Cream lover’s favorite spot: Famous spot for Thrifty Ice Cream and Hawaiian Shaved Ice generates High Profits and sales margin • Well established High...
Cash Flow: $126,380
Cruise Planners
Franchise
Available Nationwide
For more than 20 years, Cruise Planners has been a low-cost franchise opportunity that can yield high returns!
Avg. Unit Revenue: $518,262
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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