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,...
Businesses For Sale in California
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Dry Cleaning Agency - Profitable & Short Hours
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
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
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...
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
ShelfGenie
Franchise
Available Nationwide
Ranked as a top Organization/Storage Systems franchise by 2026 Entrepreneur Franchise 500®. 53% of appointments resulted in a closed order!*
Avg. Unit Revenue: $123,919
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
Hair & Nails Salon
$199,000
Santa Clara County, CA
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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Bobby Panahi,MBA
BPRE
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
Sunset Advisors is a California business brokerage specializing in the confidential sale and acquisition of privately held businesses, with core expertise in construction sector, towing companies, transportation companies, gas stations, healthcare/hospice operations, laundromats, as well as restaurant and retail businesses. We represent sellers as well as buyers in complex transactions across the state, with a focus on operationally intensive and service-driven industries. Key highlights: • Specialized focus on gas station and convenience store transactions, including asset sales, lease negotiations, and coordination with landlords, franchisors, and fuel suppliers. • Extensive experience representing buyers and sellers of transportation businesses, including logistics, towing, and fleet-based service companies requiring licensing and operational due diligence. • Strong background in healthcare and hospice business transactions, navigating regulatory requirements, licensing, and confidential ownership transitions. • Proven track record in restaurant and retail business sales, including independent concepts and multi-unit operations, with expertise in lease assignments and landlord negotiations. • Comprehensive transaction management from valuation and confidential marketing through due diligence and closing, coordinating with attorneys, lenders, landlords, and escrow. • Statewide California coverage from a Southern California base, with expansion into the New York market coming soon, emphasizing discretion, responsive communication, and results-driven representation. For confidential inquiries, contact Sunset Advisors at 310-670-3800.
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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
Turn-Key Upscale Cocktail Lounge (Type-48) — Stunning Buildout
Palm Desert, CA
This turn-key cocktail lounge has been serving up classic libations since 2019 in a beautiful ~2,200 sq. ft. space where no expense was spared. The venue features high-end finishes in a high-end...
Monster Tree Service
Franchise
Available in California
Whether you are looking to diversify your portfolio or expand as an experienced tree care professional, Monster Tree Service provides an exceptional business opportunity in the $36 billion tree care industry.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $574,903
Profitable Indian Restaurant Established for Decades First Time Sale!
Sunnyvale, CA
Estimated Sellers Discretionary Earnings is over 300K projected for 2026! $148K In Sellers Discretionary Earning from Jan-May 2026.This is a well-established Indian food business specializing in...
Cash Flow: $305,000
Seller Financing Multi-Unit Entertainment Rage Rooms SC2240
California
Seller Financing Multi-Unit Entertainment Rage Rooms SC2240 Financial Information Asking Price: $200,000 Cash Flow: $120,000 Gross Revenue: $800,000 Down Payment: $200,000 Adjusted EBITDA: $30,000...
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Cash Flow: $120,000
Seller financing offered for Parisian restaurant
$350,000
Petaluma, CA
Turnkey Salon & Beauty Retail Store w/ Established E-Commerce Brand
California
Financial Information Asking Price: $1,195,000 Cash Flow: $150,000 Gross Revenue: $2,200,000 Down Payment: $1,195,000 Adjusted EBITDA: On request Seller financing is available depending on offer and...
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Cash Flow: $150,000
Absentee Industrial Pump & Valve Distributor Municipal & Industrial
California
NorCal Pump and Valve Representative/Distributor - Semi Absentee Run! - SC2229 Wholesale & Distributors Businesses for Sale Primary Category: Distributors & Other Wholesale Businesses for Sale...
Cash Flow: $102,000
Highly Profitable Family Medicine Practice- Part of IPA - SC2222
California
NorCal Highly Profitable Family Medicine Practice- Part of Independent Physician Association - SC2222 Financial Information Asking Price: $1,950,000 Cash Flow: $830,000 Gross Revenue: $1,750,000 Down...
Cash Flow: $830,000
PROFITABLE Coffee , Boba , Dessert shop, Hillcrest , San Diego, CA
San Diego, CA
Seize the opportunity to own a profitable dessert and beverage shop in the heart of Hillcrest, San Diego—one of the most vibrant and affluent neighborhoods in the city. Known for its high foot...
Cash Flow: $94,709
Handcrafted Boba Tea & Community Café w/ $250K+ FF&E
Santa Clarita, CA
This specialty café was created with a simple yet powerful mission: to serve high- quality, handcrafted tea-based drinks to a vibrant, family-oriented community. Known locally as a go-to destination...
Cash Flow: $20,748
Trusted, Certified Skylight Installation & Repair Business
Santa Barbara County, CA
Established in 2018, this trusted skylight installation and repair business offers a rare opportunity to acquire a profitable operation with an excellent reputation and loyal customer base. The...
Cash Flow: $83,403
High-End Residential Pool Construction Business
Ventura County, CA
Buyer Requirement: Buyer must hold a valid C-53 Swimming Pool Contractor license in the state of California or be eligible to obtain one. Cash or personal financing only - NON SBA. This...
Cash Flow: $362,047
Griswold
Franchise
Available in California
Started in 1982, you can follow in the footsteps of our founder, Jean Griswold. We're looking for owners who want to control their destiny and build a business which positively impacts their community.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $1,079,191
Mission's Tortilla Route, Moreno Valley, CA
Moreno Valley, CA
Mission’s Tortilla Route for sale in the Moreno Valley, California region for $75,000! Currently generating $510,484 in yearly sales and nets $58,188. Distributorship and territory are purchased...
EBITDA: $58,188
2 Lucrative Cookie Franchise Locations in Shopping Centers
Thousand Oaks, CA
Rare opportunity to own two premium franchise dessert shops located in the highly desirable Conejo Valley area. Known nationwide for its rotating weekly menu and signature gourmet cookies, this...
Cash Flow: $396,823
Highly Reputable Residential & Commercial Construction
$1,480,000
El Cerrito, CA
Specialty Jewelry Shop & Trendy Boutique-Prime Location-Cannery Row
Monterey, CA
Set in the heart of Cannery Row—Monterey’s most celebrated and highest-traffic destination—this specialty jewelry shop and stylish boutique provides shoppers from around the world with a truly...
Auto Repair, Orange County, Low Rent - Priced To Sell!
Orange County, CA
This auto repair shop presents an excellent opportunity for an owner-operator or a buyer looking to expand an existing operation. The facility is equipped with two above-ground hoists and reported...
Cash Flow: $75,000
Rainbow Restoration
Franchise
Available Nationwide
Ranked as a top Restoration Services franchise by 2026 Entrepreneur Franchise 500®. $1.06M average gross sales!*
Avg. Unit Revenue: $1,063,348
B2B Ctr - Design & Print Biz - Repeat Client - Central San Diego
San Diego, CA
This is a fantastic opportunity to take over a very well established business in Central San Diego. The business provides print, marketing and design solutions. No experience is necessary. Full...
Reputable Home Audio and Video Installation Business
Monterey County, CA
Long-standing and reputable, this custom home audio and video sales and installation company has served the Monterey Peninsula for over 25 years. The owners are ready to retire, creating an excellent...
Custom Cabinetry & Fine Woodworking Manufacturer – Northern California
Santa Clara County, CA
This well-established custom cabinetry and fine woodworking manufacturer has been serving Northern California homeowners, contractors, and designers for nearly four decades. Operating from a modern...
Cash Flow: $411,801
Business to Business Ctr - Design & Print Biz - Repeat Client
San Diego County, CA
This is a fantastic opportunity to take over a very well established business in San Diego County. The business provides print, marketing and design solutions. No experience is necessary. Full...
Cash Flow: $110,000
Thriving Local Pizza Shop – $120K SDE
Rancho Cordova, CA
Rare opportunity to acquire a beloved, profitable pizzeria in the vibrant city of Rancho Cordova, California! Known for its fresh, customizable pizzas and community-driven spirit, this turnkey...
Cash Flow: $120,738
Benjamin Lalezari
Realty Investment Advisors, Inc.
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
Realty Investment Advisors is a Southern California brokerage specializing in commercial real estate and business sales, with a strong focus on gas stations, car washes, convenience stores, and neighborhood markets. We represent buyers and sellers in both business-only transactions and sales that include the underlying property. Our experience spans major fuel brands and independent stations, as well as retail properties. Our buyer relationships include 7-Eleven, and we also represent Circle K operators seeking acquisition and expansion opportunities. We work with individual owner-operators, real estate investors, and established businesses with multiple locations throughout Southern California. We also help property owners secure financially strong tenants, including corporate operators and established family-owned businesses with multiple locations. These relationships allow us to connect owners with experienced tenants seeking long-term locations. We help clients evaluate opportunities, understand business and property economics, and navigate the details of a transaction. This includes lease terms, fuel supply agreements, franchise requirements, and coordination with lenders, escrow, and other transaction professionals. Based in Santa Monica, we serve Los Angeles County and the broader Southern California market. Whether you are selling a business, selling the business together with the property, seeking a strong tenant, or acquiring your next location, Realty Investment Advisors offers practical guidance and attentive service from the initial conversation through closing.
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Attorney Directory Website for Sale – AbogadosDeDefensa.com (Spanish)
Riverside, CA
Unlock the fast-growing Spanish-speaking legal market with AbogadosDeDefensa.com, a premium attorney directory domain and website. “Abogados de Defensa” translates directly to “Defense Attorney,”...
Cash Flow: $1,200
Solo-Operator Trucking Business – Amazon Relay Contract + Truck Includ
Riverside, CA
Looking for an easy-to-operate logistics business with immediate income potential? This established solo-owner trucking operation is fully set up and ready to roll — ideal for an owner-operator or...
Cash Flow: $35,635
Established Gourmet Pizzeria / Turnkey Opportunity
$250,000
Riverside County, CA
13 Jamba Juice Franchise Businesses - California
Palo Alto, CA
Thirteen (13) franchise locations in California (11 in N. CA and 2 in S. CA). Weighted Adj EBITDA (Store Level): $510,865. Some leases transferable. G&A not included. Inventory not included. Cash on...
EBITDA: $510,865
Well established propular Liquor store
San Francisco, CA
Prime location on very busy street. seller claims current sales are 70K/mo with a robust margin. Lease is for 5+5+5 rent - 5500/mo Store size - 2500SF Open M-S 10 AM - 11 PM DISCLAIMER: The...
Wonderly
Franchise
Available Nationwide
Wonderly Lights presents a unique franchise opportunity tailored to your entrepreneurial preferences, allowing you to run a seasonal addition to your business portfolio or a stand-alone, year-round, full-service outdoor lighting business. Our seasonal holiday lighting services provide an especially attractive opportunity for those balancing their time with another seasonal venture.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $105,349
Flourishing restaurant in Berkeley mkt
Alameda County, CA
Famous restaurant with gross sales $634,528 in 2024. Size: 2500 plus seating outside Total seating - 100 (In and out) Rent- 6,498/mo including NNN Lease - 5 plus 5 years Current lease ending - May...
Semi-Absentee Donut Franchise – $134K SDE, Manager in Place
Orange County, CA
Established National Donut Franchise — Orange County, CA Corporate Corridor (Semi-Absentee) Established single location of a nationally recognized, made-to-order specialty donut brand, operating...
Cash Flow: $139,461
SMOKE ACCESSORIES WHOLESALER, MONTHLY NETS $30k
Los Angeles County, CA
This well-established and profitable wholesale smoke shop accessories business has built a strong market presence and continues to experience consistent growth. In operation since 2007, the company...
Cash Flow: $360,000
Profitable Sandwich & Ice Cream Shop — Turnkey, Semi-Absentee
Placer County, CA
A well-established, profitable sandwich and ice cream combo store. This well-known sandwich brand currently has 32 locations in the greater Sacramento, Reno and Bay area -- plus locations in Arizona,...
Cash Flow: $65,402
Great Restaurant / Bar – Santa Barbara, 47 license for sale
Santa Barbara, CA
A rare opportunity to acquire a high-end, full-service restaurant in one of the most prestigious and high-traffic areas of Santa Barbara. This is a confidential sale of an impressive restaurant space...
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Sunglass & Eyeglass Boutique – Profitable, Established, & Turnkey
San Diego, CA
10+ Years in Business | Prime San Diego Area Location | Steady Earnings Here’s a rare opportunity to acquire a well-established sunglass and eyeglass boutique that has been serving the San Diego...
Cash Flow: $78,000
Recession-Resistant B2B Franchise | 30% YoY Growth | $2.5M Revenue
Los Angeles County, CA
Highly profitable essential-services franchise with a rapidly growing commercial customer base in a prime Southern California location. This business has evolved beyond a traditional retail model and...
Cash Flow: $299,221
3 FedEx Linehaul Runs - Southern California
California
Own a small, profitable portfolio of solo runs! › 3 Dedicated Solo Runs › Dedicated runs offer consistent, reliable revenue. › This business would be an excellent opportunity for a hands-on...
Cash Flow: $128,925
AI, VR and AR Training Solutions Company for Sale
Los Angeles, CA
The Company, with over 15 years of expertise in virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR), metaverse, and artificial intelligence (AI), is dedicated to transforming workforce performance across...
Cash Flow: $302,347
College Hunks Hauling Junk and Moving
Franchise
Available in California
College HUNKS Hauling Junk & Moving® franchise partners operate two concepts, College Hunks Hauling Junk® and College Hunks Moving®, as a single business. One territory, two ways to earn.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $1,554,610
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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