Los Angeles, CA
Portable Cannabis Manufacturing Type 6 License for Sale (Los Angeles, California) #1791 This is an amazing opportunity to acquire a Portable Type 6 Cannabis Manufacturing License in Los Angeles,...
Los Angeles, CA
Portable Cannabis Manufacturing Type 6 License for Sale (Los Angeles, California) #1791 This is an amazing opportunity to acquire a Portable Type 6 Cannabis Manufacturing License in Los Angeles,...
$30,000
Culver City, CA
Essers of Los Angeles was established in 2015 in Culver City, California. We recently celebrated our 10-year anniversary. Essers has built a great culture and community with very strong client...
$100,000
Desert Hot Springs, CA
Fully Built Out Cannabis Annual Licensed Distribution Business For Sale (Palm Springs, California) #1825 Step into a fully built-out, licensed cannabis distribution business located in the desirable...
$250,000
Carmel, CA
An exceptional opportunity to acquire a fully built-out beer and wine bar located in a high-traffic, upscale shopping center in Carmel. This turnkey operation features a favorable lease, stylish...
$159,000
San Francisco, CA
Turnkey Food Truck Business for Sale - Ready to Roll. Looking to start your own food business or expand your brand? This fully equipped food truck is your chance to hit the ground running. Designed...
$60,000
Oakland, CA
MS Real Estate Inc. is pleased to present the exclusive opportunity to acquire Ethnic Restaurant, a fully operational and highly regarded restaurant and bar located on the lively Grand Avenue corridor...
$199,000
Laguna Hills, CA
Large fully equipped 19-station upscale hair salon located in affluent area of Laguna Hills available for lease takeover. All FF&E included....
$5,000
Sacramento, CA
Incredible opportunity to be a cafe owner/operator. This is the most unique and newly valuable situation in Sacramento. Located in a business park in South Natomas- this was a thriving café for 25...
$85,000
Chula Vista, CA
Golden State Greens Premier High Revenue Producing Cannabis Dispensary & Delivery Business CALL FOR OFFERS Sept 19th (San Diego, California) #1836 Premier High Revenue Cannabis Dispensary for sale in...
$420,420
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." #1019 Area: Los Angeles Asking Price: $100,000 Rent:...
$100,000
Available in California
Signal works to provide residential, commercial, and industrial clients with security services. The company wants to help people have a physically safe environment, giving them a better chance to flourish and prosper. Signal offers security services for apartments, hotels, schools, commercial and industrial establishments. Clients can request patrol services, dedicated security officers, or event security.
$20,000
See More FranchisesAdelanto, CA
Two fully licensed cannabis cultivation businesses are now available for sale in Adelanto, California. One of the most cannabis friendly cities in the state. Each building offers 29,000 sq. ft. of...
$6,500,000
San Diego, CA
Premium Exterior Painting Brand – Turnkey Asset Sale, 5.0-Star Reputation Summary Terra Nova Home Remodeling is a polished, modern exterior brand serving San Diego. YTD revenue ~$200k through...
$75,000
$270,000
Solano County, CA
Los Angeles, CA
PRIME RESTAURANT ASSET SALE OPPORTUNITY- Located in a highly desirable Studio City. Don't miss this unique opportunity to acquire a well-established Vietnamese/ Asian cuisine (or convert it into any...
$70,000
Beverly Hills, CA
This rare opportunity offers the sale of a fully equipped restaurant located at 474 North Beverly Drive in the heart of Beverly Hills' renowned Golden Triangle. Spanning approximately 1,872 square...
$350,000
Steve Lyle
Coldwell Banker Commercial Lyle & Associates
Serving Riverside County, CA
History of Lyle Commercial Lyle Commercial has gained a reputation for providing the best brokerage and real estate investment services to clients active in the Coachella Valley region. Very simply, Lyle Commercial knows its marketplace! Our agents are experienced in the sale and leasing of commercial, retail and office space, as well as the sale of income and investment properties and land. Lyle’s Affiliation with Coldwell Banker Commercial Coldwell Banker Commercial is one of the most respected and recognized names in commercial real estate, both nationally and internationally. Coldwell Banker Commercial Lyle & Associates gives you, our client, greater access to a wide range of resources–both locally in the Coachella Valley as well as nationally and internationally.
Paso Robles, CA
Turn-key 1971 Land Yacht Airstream. Fully renovated & remodeled into a mobile bar for beer, wine, cocktail or coffee service. This is the perfect trailer for event catering. Complete with a VIP lounge...
$59,900
Jackson, CA
Have you ever dreamed of owning a bar? Now's your chance! Located in the heart of historic Main Street Jackson, this iconic building formerly home to The Main Event offers over 3,700 square feet of...
$480,000
Los Angeles, CA
Portable Cannabis Retail Dispensary License For Sale (Los Angeles, California) #1813 Now available, a portable retail cannabis license based in Los Angeles, California, with the flexibility to be...
$99,000
Corona, CA
Fully Operational Cannabis Dispensary Business For Sale (Corona, California) #1815 Take advantage of this rare opportunity to own a fully operational cannabis dispensary in Corona, CA (Pop 160k). With...
$1,850,000
Los Angeles, CA
Portable Type 9 Delivery License for for Sale (Los Angeles, California ) #1801 This listing features a rare, mobile cannabis delivery license in the City of Los Angeles, an exceptional opportunity for...
$30,000
Available in California
One of the fastest-growing juice bar franchises in the United States
$100,000
See More FranchisesLower Lake, CA
Cannabis Annual Licensed Operational Cultivation 6 Greenhouses 10K Sq Ft Canopy Business For Sale (Lower Lake, California) #1789 Seize the opportunity to own a fully licensed and operational 10,000 sq...
$275,000
Aromas, CA
Fully Operational & Fully Built Out Cannabis Type 7 Manufacturing & Type 11 Distribution Business For Sale With The Real Estate Included (San Benito County, California) #1790 An exceptional...
$3,500,000
$95,000
Los Angeles, CA
Los Angeles, CA
Portable Cannabis Dispensary Retail Lottery License For Sale (Los Angeles, California) #1746 This is a rare and extraordinary opportunity to acquire a licensed cannabis retail storefront business in...
$25,000
San Mateo County, CA
2,170 sq. ft. Cafe wine bar available, surrounded by offices and adjacent to central shopping area, featuring brick and wood designer finishes, type-41 liquor license, self-venting oven, enclosed...
$120,000
Huntington Park, CA
We are excited to present an exceptional asset sale for a well-established hair salon that has been a beloved fixture in the community for 25 years! Why This Salon? Established Clientele: With a rich...
$30,000
Oakland, CA
An incredible opportunity to acquire the assets of a well-built restaurant in Uptown Oakland! This turn-key restaurant space is positioned with strong visibility and surrounded by newly built...
$220,000
Orange County, CA
Asset Sale with Gross Revenues in 2024 of $2,730,000. Very Popular Sushi & Teppan Grill Restaurant with Full Cocktail License. Popular Trendy, Long Established in the Heart of South Orange County,...
$590,000
Los Angeles County, CA
This is an excellent opportunity to acquire a fully equipped, nearly new apparel print shop with everything you need to start operating immediately. Established less than a year ago, the business...
$25,000
Bay Point, CA
Complete Production Line for Individual Packet Scented Hand Cleaning Wet Wipes This asset sale presents a fully operational production line specifically designed for manufacturing scented hand...
$20,000
Available in California
Unlock Your Future with FS Cut & Color! Join a thriving community of nearly 600 franchises and counting with FS Cut & Color. Leverage our affordable luxury brand, low overhead, and simple operations for a stable investment in the ever-growing hair care industry. Benefit from our cutting-edge POS and color technology, exclusive product lines, and comprehensive franchise support. With thousands of available territories and a proven business model, you can scale your business efficiently. Discover how you can start your journey with FS Cut & Color and achieve entrepreneurial success.
$50,000
See More FranchisesLittle Lake, CA
Inyo County Cannabis Greenhouse Cultivation Licenses For Sale $30k Down Gets You In! (Inyo County, California) #1619 5 Acres of Prime Property zoned for Retail Storefront and Delivery and Cultivation,...
$120,000
Eureka, CA
Operational Cultivation Nursery Business For Sale w/ Option to Purchase Real Estate (Humboldt County, California) #1824 This business includes an 11,000 square foot greenhouse in McKinleyville,...
$1,200,000
$60,000
San Francisco, CA
Los Angeles, CA
women dresses, well active good reputation, high quality, well-handled profitable 1340 Santee st los Angeles, ca, 90015 cestlaviecouturela.com Instagram, google map, face book, WhatsApp need owners'...
$428,000
Glendora, CA
A fully-built-out sushi restaurant with a six-year track record and high customer ratings. Includes Type 41 liquor license. Walk-in cooler/freezer combo. Very favorable lease with 3 years remaining...
$150,000
Available in California
With an AUV of $958,680* for strip center locations, and a Highly differentiated product, Charley’s is stronger than ever before! Over 50% of our franchises have developed multi-units! 780 locations and we’re not slowing down anytime soon!
$200,000
See More FranchisesBrentwood, CA
MS Real Estate Inc. is excited to offer a fantastic opportunity to purchase a long-standing franchise pizza restaurant with a unique flair in Brentwood, California. Situated on a lively main street...
$199,900
Los Angeles, CA
Fresh grab & go dishes sold in Southern CA. Established in 2011 and recognized in natural grocery channel. DSD with local distributor. If you love cooking and need a launch pad, or if you already have...
$25,000
San Ramon, CA
18ft food trailer with california insignia. Almost new, operational few months and was approved by Alameda and contra costa county. It was operating as a chicken joint with all frying and saucing...
$36,000
Glendale, CA
For sale is a brand new Home Health Agency located in the neighborhood of Glendale, Los Angeles County. - It is Health Department licensed (CDPH License) - ACHC accredited in May 2025. - Approved to...
$165,000
Los Angeles, CA
Premium Tobacco Products: Cigarettes, cigars, rolling tobacco, blunt wraps, and specialty smoking blends from top brands. Vape Supplies: Disposable vapes, e-liquids, cartridges, coils, batteries, and...
$150,000
Patrick Totah
Restaurant Realty Company
Serving San Francisco County, CA
Restaurant Realty Company was founded by Steven D. Zimmerman in the San Francisco Bay Area in 1996. Since inception the company has developed into the largest California restaurant brokerage specializing in sales, acquisitions and leasing of restaurants, bars, nightclubs and related commercial buildings with local representation in the San Francisco Bay Area, Sacramento, Los Angeles, Orange County and San Diego markets. Restaurant Realty’s brokers and agents are well versed in conducting deals with independent restaurant owners, landlords, buyers, and lessees of businesses and real estate, as well as larger ownership groups and buyers of multi-unit operations, franchises and chains. Restaurant Realty’s current brokers and agents have had great success completing transactions with over 3,200 clients, selling/leasing over 1,600 restaurant, bar and/or nightclub businesses, nearly 75 related commercial buildings sold, representing over 3 Million square feet of commercial space leased and over 7,500 valuations completed.
Los Angeles County, CA
Available now is a spacious, 3,200+ sq ft restaurant perfectly suited for a hot pot concept or any other full-service dining venture. This asset sale includes a fully equipped commercial kitchen...
$98,000
San Diego, CA
TURNKEY DENTAL OFFICE ASSET SALE - PRIME SDSU LOCATION Exceptional turnkey dental facility available for immediate acquisition in a high-traffic College Avenue location near San Diego State...
$149,999
$1,252,292
Alameda County, CA
Cathedral City, CA
Turnkey Cultivation, Manufacturing & Distribution MicroBusiness For Sale Option to Purchase Real Estate (Cathedral City, California) #1771 Presenting a rare opportunity to acquire a turnkey cannabis...
$399,000
San Diego, CA
We are offering the opportunity to acquire a well-established and profitable multi location education business that has built a strong reputation over the last 40 years. Specializing in reading,...
$175,000
Available Nationwide
Generate $5.6 million in annual revenue* with America’s most-awarded staffing franchise. Ranked #63 overall on Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500 and a Franchise Business review Top Franchise. Grow your income empowered by our vibrant, supportive corporate team and franchise community.
$350,000
See More FranchisesSan Francisco, CA
Asset Sale includes FF&E, Lease (5+ years), Beer/Wine License. The business is fully operating for an easy transition to buyer's restaurant concept....
$325,000
Encinitas, CA
COASTAL LEUCADIA TURNKEY RESTAURANT - ASSET SALE Prime opportunity to acquire a fully equipped, turnkey restaurant in the heart of Leucadia, Encinitas. This new construction establishment offers...
$300,000
Ventura County, CA
This is an asset sale being offered as is. The cafe previously operated successfully from 2004 until its recent closure and is located in a high-traffic shopping center, providing an excellent...
$51,000
Redwood City, CA
We specialize in Central European dishes made from scratch—all served in a warm, inviting atmosphere. Our spacious outdoor beer garden is the perfect place to relax with friends and family over a cold...
$635,000
San Diego, CA
Nationwide Cannabis Opportunity Domain 420forever.com For Sale (Nationwide, USA) #1821 Seize a rare branding opportunity in the rapidly growing U.S. cannabis industry with the premium domain...
$420,000
Long Beach, CA
Cannabis Portable Retail Dispensary License For Sale (Long Beach, California) #1820 This is a valuable opportunity to acquire a Cannabis Portable Retail License in Long Beach, offering a flexible and...
$149,000
Capistrano Beach, CA
Established in 1987, Atom Company provides a comprehensive range of services from excavation and demolition to dumpster rentals and trucking services. The company boasts a diversified fleet including...
$2,300,000
San Diego, CA
Profitable Indian Restaurant with type 41 license located in a busy complex, located Very close to freeway, really good location. The owner want to sell it because of other business commitments....
$195,000
Riverside, CA
Materia Bikes is a proven European premium bicycle brand with over 400 units sold across the U.S. and Europe. The company owns five ISO-tested wooden bike models, praised for design, quality, and...
$149,000
Available Nationwide
McAlister’s Deli® offers guests more than hearty sandwiches piled high and sides worth sharing. Through genuine Southern hospitality and friendly conversation, we aim to make every guest feel like our place is their place, too. Become a part of something special with a McAlister’s Deli® of your very own.
$425,000
See More FranchisesCalifornia 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
Number of Businesses for Sale |
~5,500 |
Median Asking Price |
$360,000 |
Median Reported Revenue |
$630,000 |
Median Reported Earnings |
$150,000 |
Profit Margin |
23% |
Earnings Multiple |
2.5 |
Revenue Multiple |
0.6 |
Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings. |
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.