Asset Sale
San Diego, CA
This is being sold by way of court ordered receivership and is subject to court confirmation. All assets sold from the Receivership Estate are done so free and clear of all liens. This includes all...
Businesses For Sale in California
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120M+Annual Sales StateHouse Holdings For Sale #1566
Newly Nail Salon | High-Visibility Corner Location | Canoga Park
Asset Sale
Los Angeles, CA
ESTABLISHED NAIL SALON - PRIME CORNER LOCATION Turnkey asset sale opportunity featuring a beautifully remodeled nail salon in a high-visibility corner location within a busy Canoga Park shopping...
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SF Operational Cannabis Delivery Business For Sale 1M Gross Revenues
Asset Sale
San Francisco, CA
Operational Cannabis Delivery Business For Sale 1M in Gross Revenues (San Francisco, California) #2087 A rare opportunity to acquire a fully operational, turnkey cannabis business with an established...
ABC Type 41 Beer/Wine License Established Restaurant for Sale
Asset Sale
Cypress, CA
Seller will upgrade few restaurant key infrastructure....
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Restaurant Asset Sale in Ontario, CA
Asset Sale
Ontario, CA
Excellent opportunity to acquire a well-equipped food establishment asset sale in the City of Ontario. This location is situated in a busy retail plaza alongside popular national and local food...
Printing Clothing Company DTG Printer and Equipment
Asset Sale
Los Angeles County, CA
COMPLETE DTG PRINTING EQUIPMENT - ASSET SALE Professional Direct-to-Garment printing equipment package available in Hermosa Beach, CA. This turnkey setup offers an exceptional opportunity to enter the...
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Motivated seller, open for negotiations, in High traffic Location
Asset Sale
West Hollywood, CA
TURNKEY RESTAURANT ASSET SALE - WEST HOLLYWOOD PRIME LOCATION Exceptional opportunity to acquire a fully built-out restaurant in the heart of West Hollywood, one of Los Angeles' most prestigious...
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Cannabis GreenZone Property Cultivation, Manufacturing Type 7 & Distro
Asset Sale
Adelanto, CA
Cannabis Green-Zone Property Cultivation, Manufacturing Type 7 & Distribution Potential For Sale or Lease (Adelanto, California) #2085 A rare opportunity is available to acquire or lease a commercial...
Turnkey Pizza Restaurant + Large Weatherproof Beer Garden w/Fire Pits
Asset Sale
Oakland, CA
This is an amazing opportunity for a restaurant operator who seeks large outdoor seating and high volume production and sales. There's really no other restaurant in the greater area with this...
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Turnkey Auto Body shop near LAX-DRP-ready, Low rent
Asset Sale
Hawthorne, CA
Turnkey 13,000 Sq Ft Collision Repair Facility Near LAX — Permitted Heated Spray Booth, Low Rent, Staff in Place Established collision repair shop in Hawthorne, CA, minutes from LAX and the 405/105...
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Lawn Pride
Franchise
Available Nationwide
Ranked as a top Lawn Care franchise by 2026 Entrepreneur Franchise 500®. $684 annual gross residential sales per customer!*
Turnkey Cannabis Operation: Manufacture, Distro, Delivery
Asset Sale
Sacramento, CA
Turnkey Operational Cannabis Microbusiness: Manufacturing, Distribution & Delivery For Sale (Sacramento, California) #2084 Rare opportunity to acquire a fully operational cannabis microbusiness in...
3 Store Portfolio Urbana Cannabis Retail Dispensaries Receivership
Asset Sale
San Francisco, CA
3 Store Portfolio Urbana Cannabis Retail Dispensaries Receivership | 2 San Francisco Locations + 1 Oakland Location | (Bay Area, California) #2083 This is being sold by way of Court Ordered...
Established Coatings Business with HUGE Growth & Margin Upside
$450,000
Huntington Beach, CA
Los Angeles Dispensary Retail Storefront License W/ Location For Sale
Asset Sale
Los Angeles, CA
Los Angeles Social Equity Dispensary Retail Storefront License W/ Location For Sale (Los Angeles, California) #2081 Rare opportunity to acquire a Los Angeles Department of Cannabis Regulation (DCR)...
Cannabis Green Zone Real Estate Cultivation, Manufacturing & Distro
Asset Sale
California City, CA
2.3 Acre Cannabis Green Zone Real Estate Cultivation, Manufacturing & Distribution with Approved Site Plans For Sale (California City, California) #2080 A unique opportunity is available to acquire...
Sarkis Kaladzhyan
First Choice Business Brokers Van Nuys
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
First Choice business Brokers Van Nuys is an independently owned and operated office of First Choice business Brokers. The Broker/Owner of this office has been with the company for nearly two decades. Established in 1994, First Choice Business Brokers has grown to become one of the largest organizations in the U.S. specializing in business sales. We have listed and managed the sale of over $8.5 billion in businesses for sale. Buyers and sellers alike can enjoy the ease and expertise of a national network of professional business brokers. If you are a business owner, whether you feel that a disposition of your business is right around the corner or years in the future, you can be provided with a Current Market Analysis that will give you a very good idea of the value of your business today. Also, you may receive recommendations for changes that could result in a dramatic increase in the value of your business by the time you are ready to sell. If you are interested in buying a business, your representative from First Choice Business Brokers Van Nuys has the background and training to guide you through the process, negotiate on your behalf effectively and manage the close of the sale. This will enable you to find and acquire the business opportunity of your choice and complete a purchase with confidence that it's being handled in a competent, professional and efficient manner. Call the office at First Choice Business Brokers Van Nuys and take advantage of the power of a unified, national organization designed to provide business buyers and sellers with the highest levels of service, integrity and confidentiality available in the industry! (818) 810-4242
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Regional Master Franchise Rights For Port of Subs + Flagship Site
Asset Sale
Sacramento, CA
SACRAMENTO REGIONAL DEVELOPER RIGHTS — FLAGSHIP INCLUDED $500,000 buys the development rights to greater Sacramento and the flagship restaurant that anchors the market. We will partner with you to...
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Pool Service Route Laguna Niguel, Ca. Nets $38,000 yr potential part
Asset Sale
Laguna Niguel, CA
Established Pool Service Route - Laguna Niguel, California This asset sale presents a well-established pool service route serving premium residential accounts in South Orange County. The route...
Turnkey Shabu Asset Sale in Prime Location!
Asset Sale
Pasadena, CA
A rare turnkey opportunity to acquire a recently built, upmarket Shabu restaurant situated in one of Pasadena’s premier retail and dining destinations. The 5,006 SF restaurant was completed just one...
Turnkey Vietnamese Sandwiches & Restaurant Opportunity
Asset Sale
San Jose, CA
Business Operations: Turnkey modern Vietnamese sandwiches & restaurant located in San Jose, CA. Sale includes fully equipped commercial kitchen, bar equipment, furniture, tables, chairs, décor,...
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Melrose Bar with Type 47 license
Asset Sale
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." #1031 Area: Melrose Asking Price:$200,000 Base Rent:...
Five Star Painting
Franchise
Available Nationwide
Ranked as a top Painting franchise by 2026 Entrepreneur Franchise 500®. $4.4K average gross sales per job!*
Turnkey Luxury Restaurant For Sale
Asset Sale
Pasadena, CA
TURNKEY LUXURY RESTAURANT FOR SALE – PRIME PASADENA LOCATION Full Liquor License Included Rare opportunity to acquire a beautifully remodeled luxury restaurant located in one of Pasadena’s most...
Luxary Salon Mobile For Sale
Asset Sale
Santa Clarita, CA
LUXURY MOBILE SALON ASSET SALE - SANTA CLARITA, CA This is an asset sale opportunity featuring a fully equipped luxury mobile salon built on a Mercedes Benz Sprinter van platform. Established in 2023,...
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Rare Emergency Veterinary Hospital for Sale (Turn-key)
$2,000,000
Los Angeles County, CA
Rare Turnkey 4-Room Acupuncture Clinic – Aroma Center
Asset Sale
Los Angeles, CA
A rare opportunity to step into a professionally built-out, fully equipped acupuncture / wellness clinic inside the well-known Aroma Center on Wilshire Blvd in the heart of Koreatown. The clinic has...
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Pool Service Route Irvine, Ca. 1 day a week $2,100 mo. recurring+extra
Asset Sale
Irvine, CA
This established pool service route represents a strategic entry opportunity into the multi-billion dollar pool maintenance industry. The asset sale includes an operational route generating $2,100 in...
Orthopedic device company owned by Orthopedic surgeon wtwo US patents.
Asset Sale
Orange County, CA
Innovative Orthopedic Medical Products – Patented & Market Ready An established orthopedic surgeon is offering a unique opportunity to distribute or acquire a line of innovative medical supply...
Open House for All Vetted Buyers - THIS SUNDAY, 7AM - $50,000
Asset Sale
West Covina, CA
Fully Built-Out Restaurant/Café – Bring Your Concept! | NEW DIRECT LEASE **ASSET SALE & NEW DIRECT LEASE – TURNKEY RESTAURANT OPPORTUNITY** A signed NDA and proof of funds are required before the...
Turnkey Dental Practice Asset Sale In Affluent 94024
Asset Sale
Santa Clara County, CA
Are you looking to expand your dental practice or begin your own practice without starting from scratch? This turnkey dental practice asset sale offers an opportunity to acquire a professionally...
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Skip the Build-Out. Plug & Play Your Own Concept!
Asset Sale
San Diego, CA
A rare 2nd-generation modern restaurant opportunity has hit the market in the heart of Mission Valley. This approximately ±1,250 SF space sits front-and-center in an anchored shopping center with a...
Asset Sale -40 k Solid Build Out For 2nd Gen Restaurant
Asset Sale
Woodland Hills, CA
Restaurant sits on a very busy trafficked street corner in Woodland Hills. If you have a concept you have been wanting to take to the world this maybe an opportunity worth checking out. (only food...
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Mosquito Shield
Franchise
Available in California
Invest in the fastest-growing and (best in category) mosquito control franchise in the U.S. with low investment, proprietary products, and industry leading customer retention.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $73,293
Corner Restaurant Asset Sale for Fast Casual Conversion
Asset Sale
San Diego, CA
This corner restaurant opportunity is located in the heart of Hillcrest, one of San Diego's most vibrant urban dining destinations. Positioned on a prominent corner with excellent visibility, the...
Turnkey Food Production Facility Asset Sale
Asset Sale
Whittier, CA
Turnkey Food Production Facility Asset Sale Rare opportunity to acquire a fully built-out 15,000 SF food production facility with substantial leasehold improvements and production-ready...
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Profitable Amazon FBA + Walmart Wholesale Store | 28-45% ROI | Turnkey
$150,000
San Diego County, CA
Indian Restaurant w/ Event Space
Asset Sale
Anaheim, CA
Asset Sale Description - MOTIVATED SELLER! Step into a 5,789 SF, beautifully remodeled Indian restaurant with stylish décor and inviting ambiance. Located in the desirable Anaheim Hills community of...
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Fire Sale Opportunity: Fashion Forward Handbag & Belt Brand Inventory
Asset Sale
San Diego County, CA
Fire Sale Opportunity: Fashion Forward Handbag & Belt Brand Inventory Worth $75K+ MSRP This asset sale presents an exceptional opportunity to acquire inventory from an established handbag and belt...
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Lawn Doctor
Franchise
Available Nationwide
Entrepreneur Magazine Franchise 500 #1 In Category! Don’t Wait Contact Us Today and Be Ready to Launch Your Business by Spring.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $1,170,356
Turnkey Restaurant Asset Sale-Prime Casino Location (Hawaiian Gardens)
Asset Sale
Hawaiian Gardens, CA
Fully built-out restaurant with priced aggressively as an Asset sale. It is located directly across from Hawaiian Gardens Casino. The business benefits from strong visibility, consistent foot traffic,...
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ASSET SALE -Chino Restaurant / Prime Location – $98,000
Asset Sale
Chino, CA
>>Asking Price: $98,000 >>Monthly Rent: Approx. $5,900 >>Size: Approx. 1,121 SF >>Lease: Through 2032 >>Gross Sales: Approx. $25,000–$30,000/month >>Estimated Income: Approx. $5,000–$8,000/month...
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Retail Showroom Space
Asset Sale
Monterey, CA
The Opportunity An approximately 2,000 sq. ft. retail showroom in a multi-anchor Monterey shopping center, offered as a near blank slate for the right operator. The current owner invested...
Full Liquor Type 48 in Prime Gardena Retail Center
Asset Sale
Gardena, CA
"Please inquire about this listing through the contact form. Upon request, a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) will be promptly emailed to you." #1042 Area: Gardena Asking Price:$250,000 Base Rent:...
Low key money in the Premier San Mateo Shopping Mall
Asset Sale
San Mateo, CA
"Please inquire about this listing through the contact form. Upon request, a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) will be promptly emailed to you." #1043 Area: San Mateo Asking Price:$100,000 Base Rent:...
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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.
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Turnkey Restaurant Opportunity in Hacienda Heights w/ Affordable Rent
Asset Sale
Hacienda Heights, CA
"Please inquire about this listing through the contact form. Upon request, a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) will be promptly emailed to you." #1044 Area: Hacienda Heights Asking Price:$150,000 Base...
Established Vietnamese Restaurant Opportunity on Tully Rd SJ
Asset Sale
San Jose, CA
* Prime Tully Road location in East San Jose * Authentic Vietnamese cuisine specializing in pho and traditional dishes * Fully equipped commercial kitchen * Attractive dining area with existing...
Milky Oat: 100% Organic Postpartum Meals—Turnkey Model
$128,000
Santa Cruz County, CA
Customized Food and Beverage Trailers
Asset Sale
San Diego, CA
Made to order... customized stainless steel trailers are state of the art and completely self-contained (fresh water / electricity) and equipped with double workbench, outlets / breakers, LED lights,...
Turnkey Salon Suite/Med Spa Opportunity - Exceptional 5+ yr lease
Asset Sale
Lincoln, CA
TURNKEY BEAUTY & WELLNESS SPACE – SKIP THE BUILDOUT & START YOUR BUSINESS Why spend months searching for a location, negotiating a lease, designing a space, purchasing furnishings and completing an...
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Signarama
Franchise
Available Nationwide
Signarama is ranked #1 in the sign industry as the leading franchise offering branding services, signs, and graphics to businesses, organizations, and consumers. With nearly 900 stores, Signarama represents 80% of the franchised sign business around the world.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $916,066
Fully Built-Out Wellness Café in Prime Dana Point Location
Asset Sale
Dana Point, CA
Established and fully operational restaurant/café located in Downtown Dana Point. The asking price includes all furniture, fixtures, equipment, and inventory. The owners have invested approximately...
Turnkey Boba Tea Shop for Sale – Established Location – El Sobrante
Asset Sale
El Sobrante, CA
Well-established bubble tea shop located in the East Bay area with strong local customer support and steady foot traffic. This is a turnkey operation fully equipped with all necessary equipment and...
Popular Bubble Tea Café for Sale – High Rated with Loyal Customers
Asset Sale
Pittsburg, CA
This is a turn-key business with a modern interior, digital menu boards, and a fully equipped drink preparation area. The shop offers dine-in, takeout, and delivery, providing multiple revenue...
Start Your Own 800ROSEBIG Type Florist & Wedding Center & Come See Us!
Asset Sale
Newport Beach, CA
For more than 50 years, I’ve been making money in the flower business. I’ve opened flower shops from scratch, built wholesale flower routes, developed wedding and event businesses, operated profitable...
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Luxury Barbershop with Custom Buildout on Ventura Blvd
Asset Sale
Los Angeles, CA
Located on high-visibility Ventura Blvd, this luxury barbershop offers a rare opportunity to step into a fully built-out, professionally designed space without the time, cost, or headache of a custom...
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Fashion District Juice Bar - Asset sale
Asset Sale
Los Angeles, CA
Huge price reduction! Huge opportunity for savvy operator. Approximately 1,150 sf of fully built out store front located in the center of Fashion District. Store includes improvements + fixtures &...
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Proven Wooden Bike Brand | 400+ Units Sold | IP & Assets Included
Asset Sale
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...
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Turnkey Children's and Family Salon For Sale
Asset Sale
La Mesa, CA
Rare opportunity to acquire a well-established, fully operational children’s and family salon serving the East County San Diego community for approximately 40 years. This is not an asset-only sale or...
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Established SoCal Nursery- $400K+ Revenue - 6-Acre Lease
Asset Sale
Menifee, CA
Price is for inventory only roughly ~$175000 but can be liquidated prior if needed. Just a lease take over and can keep business name if requested. Rare opportunity to take over an established 6-acre...
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ManageMowed
Franchise
Available Nationwide
The Big Opportunity in B2B Landscaping
Avg. Unit Revenue: $347,803
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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