Salinas, CA
Come join the leader in supplemental education and explore the opportunity to invest in a sustainable, ongoing business. Sylvan Learning provides a range of services, both remedial (with tutoring for...

Salinas, CA
Come join the leader in supplemental education and explore the opportunity to invest in a sustainable, ongoing business. Sylvan Learning provides a range of services, both remedial (with tutoring for...
Toluca Lake, CA
PROFITABLE TOLUCA LAKE BURBANK RESTAURANT FOR SALE PROFITABLE TURN KEY EQUIPPED & STAFFED RESTAURANT FOR SALE Premises: Approx. 2450 plus patios Monthly Rent: $9000.00 per month Parking: Exclusive...
Cash Flow: $385,000

Woodland, CA
Here's your opportunity to join the dynamic staffing and recruiting industry as the franchise owner of a well-established, well-known staffing brand in growing Yolo County! The current owner has...
Santa Maria, CA
Simple, repeatable operations that generate robust cash flow, boasting an impressive 70%+ repeat customer rate. Situated in a prime retail-dense trade area, this franchise is strategically positioned...
Cash Flow: $275,000
Concord, CA
Proven business model in the distribution segment. Distinct competitive advantage by offering customers better availability, higher quality product at a competitive price. Proprietary software system...
California
Own an existing, successful fondue restaurant supported by 50-years of YoY success and a legacy brand name. Path to Ownership: This is an established corporate operation looking to transfer to...
Oakland, CA
Proven business model already established, needs the right business owner with sales and marketing background to take this company to the next level. This business has very low market share, so upside...
San Jose, CA
33 ATM Locations in the San Francisco Bay area (SJ to SF)- mainly high-end Hotels, making $40,000/yr NET (outside of Gas and time) for sale for $75,000 Buyer must join ACFN ATM franchise program....
Cash Flow: $40,000
Anaheim, CA
8 ATM Locations in the Anaheim, CA area - all high-end Hotels - making $16,000/yr NET (outside of Gas and time) for sale for $31,213 Buyer must join ACFN ATM franchise program. Franchise program...
Cash Flow: $16,000
San Francisco, CA
7 ATM Locations in the San Francisco, CA area - all high-end Hotels, one shopping mall - making $11,000/yr NET (outside of Gas and time) for sale for $20,898 Buyer must join the ACFN ATM franchise...
Cash Flow: $11,000
Available Nationwide
No storefront needed. Low overhead & recurring revenue. National lead gen support. Top-rated education model. $40k liquid req
San Jose, CA
Our client is a world leader in iris recognition technology with a large production capacity based in USA. They are a multinational corporation with a robust track record of selling its best-selling,...
Cash Flow: $9,280
Los Angeles, CA
Step into ownership of a thoughtfully built, premium women’s athleisure brand designed for today’s market and tomorrow’s growth. Stylish, sustainable, and proudly American-made, this fashion-forward...
Cash Flow: $4,332
$20,000,000
Modesto, CA
Vacaville, CA
TURN-KEY BOBA SHOP OPPORTUNITY 📍 Vacaville Location ✅ Approx. 900 SF ✅ Type 1 Hood Installed ✅ Fully Equipped & Ready to Operate ✅ Asset Sale Opportunity ✅ Easy Freeway Access Location Highlights •...
Fremont, CA
Prime location surrounded by major national retailers, high-traffic shopping centers, Cinemark Century movie theater, hotels, and dense residential communities. This restaurant is strategically...
Regina Fisher
Sierra Bay Partners
Serving San Francisco County, CA
Sierra Bay Partners is a concierge business brokerage based in the San Francisco Bay. We are guiding owners of small and mid-sized companies through complex transitions. We provide tailored strategies, clear market insight, and hands-on support throughout the entire transaction process—from preparing the business for market to negotiating with qualified buyers and driving the deal to a successful closing. Known for our personalized service and strong track record of successful outcomes, we deliver an advisory experience built around the specific needs and goals of each client. With more than 70% of M&A deals failing, our mission is simple: ensure our clients are the exception. Sierra Bay Partners maintains absolute confidentiality and discretion throughout the selling process, and we strive to uphold the highest level of professionalism and integrity in every engagement. Versatile, accomplished, and deeply committed to our clients’ success, we provide the expertise and execution required to achieve the best possible outcome of your business sale.
Anaheim, CA
RARE CALIFORNIA HOSPICE LICENSE OPPORTUNITY - MORATORIUM ASSET Exceptional opportunity to acquire a California hospice license during the statewide moratorium on new hospice issuances. This clean,...
California
This established concierge family medicine practice has been delivering premium healthcare since 2015, serving the primary care market under the concierge medicine model. Patients pay annual...
Hanford, CA
High EBITDA Cannabis Dispensary Near Fresno | 1.1M in Net Income for 2026 | Full Absentee Ownership | Option to Purchase the Real Estate (Hanford California) #2100 Exceptional opportunity to acquire a...
Buena Park, CA
Skin Care has been more than 20 years that running with member ship. now seller wants retire. other side has Acupuncture open two business running. It is Korean Han ui won with good for that' 1)....
Oakland, CA
This rare opportunity allows you to acquire a fully licensed, turnkey cannabis non-social equity distribution business in a secure, vetted industrial location of Oakland, California. The location has...
Available in California
ATAX is the fastest growing, full-service national tax preparation and business services franchise, serving our local multicultural communities.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $110,515
Los Angeles, CA
Rare Los Angeles Cannabis Opportunity | 6 of 6 Licenses | 15,000 SF | Near LAX with $3.8M in Tax Write off for the New Buyer(Los Angeles, California) #2099 Rare opportunity to acquire a highly...
Bakersfield, CA
Busy / Profitable restaurant with potential for growth, Space for a drive through and plenty of parking in a high traffic area. All kitchen equipment except hood included in sale....
$89,000
San Diego County, CA
Escondido, CA
Established [2013] Retail Pharmacy located in the residential/commercial area of Escondido, San Diego County, and located adjacent to a busy large medical group with at least 20 medical prescribers....
Sherman Oaks, CA
ESTABLISHED HVAC ASSET ACQUISITION OPPORTUNITY This asset sale presents a strategic acquisition opportunity for qualified HVAC contractors seeking immediate market entry or expansion in Southern...
Santa Clara, CA
Own a Fast-Growing, Health-Focused Franchise in the Heart of Silicon Valley! Bypass the challenges of building a business from the ground up and step into ownership of an established Vitality Bowls...
Hermosa Beach, CA
This is a fully built-out commercial kitchen and retail space located in a shopping mall with a large free parking lot and easy customer access. The space is sized for efficient, small-to-medium space...
Sherman Oaks, CA
Opportunity to acquire a newly established Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) provider company in Los Angeles County. The company is being offered as a turnkey platform acquisition with no current client...
Los Angeles County, CA
Licensed California hospice agency available for acquisition in Los Angeles County. CDPH license active and in good standing, originally issued July 2021, with the current license term running through...
Sausalito, CA
Over 1400 SF Type 1 Hood Installed Walk-In Cooler Walk-In Freezer Prep Table, Steamer, Cooler and More Equipment Spacious Kitchen and Food Preparation Area Existing Restaurant Infrastructure...
Available in California
Raise more funds. Build stronger leaders. Own a mission-driven business that transforms schools and communities.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $916,578
La Mesa, CA
Pre Existing Cultivation Facility Zoned for Cannabis Cultivation, Distribution & Manufacturing High-Power Infrastructure & Production-Ready Layout (La Mesa, San Diego) #2077 Commercial cannabis...
Los Angeles, CA
TURNKEY 6-STATION SALON NEAR BEVERLY HILLS | RENT ONLY $4,164/MO. Stop Renting a Chair — Step Into Your Own Salon $99,000 Excellent opportunity for an established stylist, colorist, salon owner or...
$220,000
San Diego County, CA
Monterey County, CA
Rare opportunity for an operator looking to launch or expand on the Monterey Peninsula. This approx. 5,100 sq. ft. facility combines a permitted retail/grocery primary use, valuable food-service water...
Santa Monica, CA
A well-established boba tea business is now available for sale in one of the most desirable retail corridors in Los Angeles County — Wilshire Boulevard in Santa Monica. This turnkey opportunity comes...
Available Nationwide
Eco-Friendly Insulation Franchise - Smart Investments. Real Impact.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $245,395
San Francisco, CA
Rare opportunity to acquire an established, fully-equipped restaurant in the heart of San Francisco's SoMA district, steps from Moscone Center and a neighborhood on the upswing — the construction that...
West Carson, CA
TURNKEY MEDICAL SPA - Motivated Seller Perfect for Owner‑Operator or Investor This fully equipped, move-in ready space is positioned in a highly visible shopping plaza with excellent signage and lots...
Los Angeles, CA
113 Flower Lights Fully Built Out Cannabis Cultivation, Manufacturing & Distribution Business For Sale Includes Real Estate (Los Angeles, California) #2068 Take advantage of the opportunity to acquire...
Santa Ana, CA
Incredible, time-sensitive opportunity to acquire a fully permitted, 2nd-generation restaurant space in Santa Ana, California. Over $505,000 was invested into the Tenant Improvements (TI) and...
Monterey Park, CA
Established Chinese Restaurant Asset Sale - Prime Monterey Park Location This fully operational Chinese restaurant presents an exceptional opportunity to acquire a complete restaurant setup in the...
Scott Wells, CFA
Minerva Valuations
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
Minerva Valuations is a boutique, mid market advisory firm specializing in M&A/corporate finance, business valuations, acquisitions, divestitures, and shareholder value advisory services, with multiple locations in North America. Our clients include business owners, high net worth individuals, accountants, lawyers, bankers, government organizations and smaller financial institutions in a variety of industries.
Los Angeles, CA
144 Flower Light Fully Operational Cannabis Cultivation & Distribution Business For Sale Los Angeles, California) #2097 Step into a fully licensed, fully operational cultivation and distribution...
San Luis Obispo County, CA
Dream Dweller is a complete, ready-to-run California wine brand from the Paso Robles area. The identity, the labels, the photography, the social presence, an active distribution partner, and a base of...
$115,000
Orange County, CA
Los Angeles, CA
Top Producing Los Angeles County, CA lender is selling his 20 year database of over 8000+ clients in his database. Loans provided by Bank of the West, Bank of Montreal, Newrez, Guaranteed Rate,...
Downey, CA
Turnkey Luxury Spa / Med Spa Opportunity in Downey, CA Rare opportunity to acquire a beautifully designed, fully built-out 1,772 SF spa and wellness location in Downey. Approximately $240,000 was...
Available Nationwide
WCH Medical Billing Franchise: proven model, software, training, and step-by-step support to operate and scale.
San Bernardino County, CA
Asset Sale: Vending Machine Equipment Collection This asset sale offers a collection of vending machine equipment in very good condition, perfect for entrepreneurs looking to enter the vending machine...
Norwalk, CA
Prime turnkey restaurant opportunity next to a movie theater! Fully equipped with an outdoor patio, Beer & wine license, excellent visibility and strong foot traffic. Ready to bring your concept to...
San Jose, CA
If you are a dentist or specialist looking for a new space, this 7 operatory, 2855 square foot practice is worth seeing. All equipment, cabinetry and improvements are included in the sale. Lease is...
Eureka, CA
PRICE REDUCED | Humboldt County Mixed-Light Cultivation + Real Estate Included | $499K (Humboldt County, California) #2094 Motivated seller offering an opportunity to acquire an established cannabis...
Los Angeles, CA
"Please inquire about this listing through the contact form. Upon request, a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) will be promptly emailed to you." #1045 Area: Los Angeles Asking Price: $150,000 Base Rent:...
Los Angeles, CA
Lucrative industry, provider number has been assigned, all required licenses have been paid for....
Pacoima, CA
Turnkey Pacoima, Los Angeles Cannabis Microbusiness | Manufacturing, Distribution & Delivery (Pacoima, California) #2093 Acquire a fully built-out, non-operational cannabis microbusiness in Pacoima,...
Pacific Beach, CA
"Please inquire about this listing through the contact form. Upon request, a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) will be promptly emailed to you." #1047 Area: San Diego (Pacific Beach) Asking Price:...
Fountain Valley, CA
RESTAURANT ASSET SALE - TURNKEY OPPORTUNITY IN PRIME ORANGE COUNTY LOCATION Exceptional restaurant asset sale featuring a beautifully renovated space with complete kitchen setup in a thriving Fountain...
Available Nationwide
Generate $6.9 million in annual revenue* with America’s premier staffing franchise. Ranked #122 overall on Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500 and a Franchise Business review Top Franchise. Grow your income while empowered by our vibrant, supportive corporate team and franchise community.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $6,497,291
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.