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...
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Cannabis Green Zone Real Estate Cultivation, Manufacturing & Distro
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:...
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 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...
GYMGUYZ
Franchise
Available in California
Own the #1 in-home and on-site personal training brand bringing fitness, accountability, and convenience directly to clients.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $142,273
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...
Profitable Car Rental Business – Serving Uber & Lyft Drivers – $516K R
$890,000
Santa Monica, CA
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...
Eric Johnson
First Choice Business Brokers Los Angeles
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
As Broker/Franchisee at First Choice Business Brokers, I lead seven California offices serving clients statewide, with concentrated expertise in the San Francisco Bay Area, Monterey Bay, and Los Angeles markets. We help Main Street to lower-middle-market business owners with proven, cash-flowing operations achieve strategic exits. Over three decades, I've started, scaled, and sold businesses myself — and have personally facilitated transactions across technology, transportation, manufacturing, retail, and franchise sales.
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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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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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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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Kitchen Solvers
Franchise
Available Nationwide
Kitchen Solvers, your premier kitchen and bathroom remodeling franchise opportunity for over 40 years, providing clients with the most pleasant remodeling experience.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $983,203
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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Established Luxury Watch E-Commerce Business For Sale
$100,000
San Francisco, CA
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:...
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...
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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Gotcha Covered
Franchise
Available Nationwide
Gotcha Covered franchise owners enjoy a high-income potential, impressive margins, and a great lifestyle selling blinds, shutters, shades and custom draperies to the home and commercial markets. Invest in yourself with a Gotcha Covered window treatment franchise. This low-risk, home-based business is the change you’ve been looking for.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $580,224
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...
Bay Area residential remodeling company with over two decades of exp.
$350,000
San Francisco, CA
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 Successful Flower Shop — The 800rosebig Way
Asset Sale
Newport Beach, CA
FLORAL BUSINESS TRAINING SYSTEM - 800ROSEBIG This asset sale offers a comprehensive floral business training program developed from 58 years of successful flower shop operations in Newport Beach,...
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Express Employment Professionals
Franchise
Available in California
With a lower initial investment and $5.3M* AUV for offices open more than two years, Express Employment Professionals delivers exceptional ROI — backed by 40+ years of proven franchise success, 850+ locations, and a 98% franchisee satisfaction rating. You don't need prior staffing experience to build a scalable, recession-resilient business.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $5,342,686
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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Chuck Mondave
Versant Business Advisors
Serving Alameda County, CA
Versant Business Advisors offers a range of services for the business and commercial community including business opportunity brokering, mergers & acquisitions, commercial real estate brokering and financing for all aspects of business continuity. The company is headquartered in the heart of Silicon Valley in San Jose, California but serves clients throughout the great golden state and beyond. Specializing in Technology,SAAS and AI services, Healthcare, Dental and business services.
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Fully Operational Cannabis Retail Dispensary 2.5M Revenues
Asset Sale
Los Angeles, CA
Fully Operational Cannabis Retail Dispensary 2.5M Revenues In Prime Location For Sale (Los Angeles County, California) #2073 Take advantage of the opportunity to acquire an established, fully licensed...
Fully Licensed Cannabis Manufacturing Type 7 Business For Sale
Asset Sale
Long Beach, CA
Fully Licensed Cannabis Manufacturing Type 7 Business For Sale (Long Beach, California) #2072 Acquire a fully equipped, turnkey Type 7 cannabis manufacturing operation in Long Beach, CA. The ± 2,000...
Guy Fieri’s Chicken Guy! is a fast-casual restaurant
$775,000
Napa County, CA
Fully Operational and Profitable Oxnard Dispensary, $3M+ Revenue
Asset Sale
Oxnard, CA
Fully Operational and Profitable Oxnard Dispensary, $3M+ Revenue, Prime Location For Sale (Oxnard, California) #2070 Established and fully operational retail cannabis dispensary located in Oxnard,...
Asset Sale-Beautifully Built Out Lounge/Restaurant/Bar- DTLA (Type 47)
Asset Sale
Los Angeles, CA
Asset Sale for Beautifully Built out Bar/Lounge with Full Service Kitchen and Speakeasy. Formerly ProAbition DTLA. (15' Hood). City Parking Lot right next door. Enclosed outdoor Patio....
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Pirtek USA
Franchise
Available in California
PIRTEK is a trusted B2B and mobile hydraulic hose repair franchise with clients across several essential industries.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $1,090,570
Luxury Kitchen, Bath, and Closet Showroom Assets
Asset Sale
San Mateo County, CA
Well-established kitchen and bath showroom opportunity. This offering is for the sale of the showroom assets and leasehold improvements only, no manufacturing operations, intellectual property,...
Boba Shop for Sale
Asset Sale
Upland, CA
ASSET SALE - Boba Tea & Dessert Shop Equipment and Assets This is an asset sale opportunity for a well-positioned boba tea and dessert shop located in a high-traffic shopping center in Upland, CA. The...
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Luxury 6-Bed Drug & Alcohol Treatment Facility with Real Estate
Asset Sale
Granada Hills, CA
Rare opportunity to acquire a fully furnished, luxury 6-bed drug and alcohol treatment facility together with the underlying real estate in the San Fernando Valley area of Los Angeles. The...
Ice Cream, Sweets, Chocolate, Coffee Shop
Asset Sale
Laguna Beach, CA
ESTABLISHED COFFEE SHOP & ICE CREAM PARLOR - PRIME LAGUNA BEACH LOCATION This exceptional asset sale opportunity features a thriving coffee shop and ice cream parlor in the heart of downtown Laguna...
Turnkey Commercial Kitchen with Rental Income
Asset Sale
Novato, CA
Rare opportunity to acquire a fully equipped, licensed commercial commissary kitchen in Marin County. This turnkey facility provides the infrastructure needed for catering companies, meal-preparation...
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Turnkey Mobile Gym Business
Asset Sale
Los Angeles County, CA
Unique opportunity to acquire a turnkey mobile fitness business with the equipment, infrastructure, and established brand assets already in place. Workout Wagon is a fully equipped mobile gym built...
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Fire sale. Postal service, must. Will move fast.
Asset Sale
Colton, CA
Private mailboxes. Shipping contracts....
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Quick Sale: Thriving Walnut Creek Beauty Salon-Equipment & Clients
Asset Sale
Walnut Creek, CA
This professional beauty salon is located in the heart of downtown Walnut Creek and includes a public parking pass that can be transferred under the current business name. This means the next owner...
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Modern Salon, Fully equipped and ready to open!
Asset Sale
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...
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The Brothers That Just Do Gutters
Franchise
Available in California
The largest Gutter franchise in the US over 200 franchisees
Avg. Unit Revenue: $1,147,556
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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