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...
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
Oakland, CA
This 2,000+ sq. ft. (plus patio & trash area) bar and restaurant must be seen to be fully appreciated. It features a complete bar, banquette seating, a Type-47 unrestricted liquor license, an enclosed...
$195,000
Stockton, CA
MS Real Estate Inc. is pleased to offer this rare opportunity to acquire a mediterranean fast food franchise — a vibrant, health-forward fast-casual restaurant concept focused on bold Mediterranean...
$499,900
West Hollywood, CA
West Hollywood Prime Location Fully Operational Today Retail Dispensary Business For Sale (West Hollywood, California) #1808 Seize the opportunity to own a fully operational, high-end cannabis retail...
$750,000
Long Beach, CA
Fully Operational Dispensary Business for Sale (Long Beach, California) #1807 Discover a prime opportunity to acquire a fully licensed, turnkey cannabis dispensary nestled in a high-visibility Long...
$999,000
San Francisco, CA
Fully Built Out Microbusiness Cannabis Distribution, Manufacturing Type 6 & Delivery Business For Sale (San Francisco, California) #1803 Seize the opportunity to own a fully built-out and licensed...
$225,000
Los Angeles, CA
Two Portable Type 6 Cannabis Manufacturing License for Sale (Los Angeles, California) #1800 The opportunity being presented is a highly flexible Type 6 Portable Cannabis Manufacturing License in Los...
$30,000
Indio, CA
--> Great Opportunity for an Unopened Franchise Territory with Pink's Window Services - One of the Fastest Growing Home Service Franchise Concepts Out There! --> Pink's Window Services is listed in...
$55,000
Alameda, CA
Turnkey Cannabis Microbusiness Manufacturing Type 6, Delivery, and Distribution License For Sale (Oakland, California) #1782 This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to acquire aTurnkey...
$79,000
Los Angeles County, CA
Don't miss this excellent opportunity to own a newly opened smoke shop with growing monthly sales and strong potential for continued success. Priced with a low barrier to entry, this business is ideal...
$40,000
Available Nationwide
Ritual Hot Yoga offers the most luxurious, body-sculpting, mind-bending yoga experience in the industry and combines it with an exceptional, all-inclusive studio experience.
$100,000
See More FranchisesMurrieta, CA
One of America’s premier short track speedways is now up for grabs. Featuring over $40 million in state-of-the-art leasehold improvements and a 12-year lease with ZERO monthly rent, this facility is a...
$1,050,000
San Diego, CA
Nationwide Cannabis Opportunity Premium Domain OrderMarijuana.com For Sale! (Nationwide, USA) #1777 Seize a First-Mover Advantage in the Booming Cannabis Market With online marijuana orders now legal...
$749,000
$60,000
San Francisco, CA
San Diego, CA
Fully Operational Turnkey MicroBusiness Type N Manufacturing, Distribution & Delivery For Sale (San Diego, California) #1772 This is a prime opportunity to acquire a fully operational and compliant...
$399,000
Los Angeles, CA
ONLINE GOURMET LOOSE LEAF TEA BUSINESS - ASSET SALE Established in 2009, this online gourmet loose leaf tea business offers a complete turnkey opportunity in the thriving health food and nutrition...
$12,775
Tim Cunha, J.D.
an EvergreenGold Business Broker
Serving San Francisco County, CA
We Sell Businesses! The EvergreenGold Business Advisor team is an emerging network of independently-owned business intermediary professionals, providing business brokerage, M&A advice, business growth counseling, and related services. Our brokerage and M&A services successfully connect buyers and sellers of existing independent and franchise businesses. With more than five decades as an entrepreneurial manager, our CEO, managing broker, and senior advisor, Tim Cunha, J.D., has developed, owned, managed, and sold businesses in various fields, including computer hardware and software development and manufacturing, graphic art and engineering instrument manufacture, technical publishing, defense contracting, bio-tech/pharma, wholesale distribution, and retail. Prof. Cunha has a BA from Rutgers and a JD from Georgetown, is licensed to practice law in New Jersey, and is a licensed California real estate broker (BRE # 01919755). Prior to establishing this business brokerage, he taught undergraduate and MBA students on the faculty of the College of Business at Eastern New Mexico University and is currently on the adjunct faculty of a prestigious west coast graduate school. About the EvergreenGold name and logo ~ "Evergreen" denotes the value of a strong sustainable business — sturdy, solid, growing, thriving, and continuously producing profit … “ever green.” "Gold" signifies the intrinsic value of a successful business and the return of investment to the owner over the long term. The globe logo represents the international scope of our sales and marketing exposure, and the rising graph and arrow indicate our commitment to ever-increasing service and value production for our clients.
San Mateo, CA
Established restaurant and catering service asset sale opportunity in San Mateo, California. This turnkey operation was founded in 2020 and is strategically positioned in a high-traffic area with...
$100,000
Perris, CA
High-Revenue 4.3M Grossing Operational Cannabis Retail Dispensary! Zoned for Cultivation, Manufacturing and Distribution! With The Option To Purchase The Real Estate For $3.5M on 2 Acres (Perris,...
$1,490,000
Fullerton, CA
At A1 Machining and Welding we specialize in Aluminum welding, Stainless Steel welding, and Steel Welding welding. We also provide welding on Cast aluminum, Cast Iron and Steel, Brass, Copper, and...
$88,000
Hayward, CA
RARE OPPORTUNITY: Freshly Built Tea Shop Asset Sale in Hayward, CA This turnkey 1,400 square foot tea shop represents an exceptional opportunity to acquire a brand-new food service establishment in...
$150,000
Orange County, CA
UPSCALE NAIL SALON & SPA - PRIME ORANGE COUNTY LOCATION This turnkey nail salon and spa presents an exceptional investment opportunity in Orange County's competitive beauty market. Established in...
$995,000
Available Nationwide
AlphaGraphics business-to-business model provides complete marketing, signs and print solutions to help local businesses grow. Our 52 years of experience provides national brand recognition, excellent support, training and growth in a scalable model.
$125,000
See More FranchisesOakland, CA
Currently operating as a pizzeria & bar. Type 47 license in place, but not included in the sale....
$85,000
Los Angeles, CA
* IN ESCROW*** "Please inquire about this listing through the contact form. Upon request, a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) will be promptly emailed to you." #1228261 Area: West LA Asking Price:...
$220,000
$1,252,292
Alameda County, CA
Willow Creek, CA
Turnkey OUTDOOR GREEN HOUSES Closed Gate Operational Cannabis Cultivation Business For Sale Real Estate Included (Willow Creek, California) #1764 Seize the opportunity to acquire a fully operational...
$1,999,999
Irvine, CA
Various sizes Commercial Kitchens in Irvine. Catering , Meal Prep, Ghost and commisary kitchens.Irvine,freeway access 5 year lease with (3) 5 year options. Commercial Kitchen fully built out and...
$3,000
Los Angeles, CA
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a turnkey, fully equipped dental clinic in the heart of Sherman Oaks, Los Angeles. The office features 5 operatories, premium Henry Schein and Midmark equipment,...
$760,000
Santa Ana, CA
Laundromat located in the heart of Santa Ana, CA. with state of the art Continental Girbau equipment, and over 4k active loyalty card members, adding 906 loyalty card members with balances in the last...
$695,000
Los Angeles, CA
Take advantage of this opportunity! TWO Valid California Construction Licenses Class B (general) and ASB (asbestos) for Sale. Fully compliant with all local and state regulations. Clean record, no...
$295,000
Encinitas, CA
High Ebitda Cannabis Portfolio With 3 Retail Dispensaries & 1 Distribution With the Option to Purchase Real Estate (California) #1753 Presenting a rare opportunity to acquire a high-performing,...
$5,500,000
Santa Clarita, CA
For sale is a brand new Home Health Agency located in the neighborhood of Santa Clarita, Los Angeles County. - It is Health Department licensed (CDPH License) - ACHC accredited in April 2025. -...
$175,000
Available Nationwide
Minuteman Press is the world's largest & #1 rated digital printing and graphics franchise. With our state of the art technology, proven marketing programs and over 25 regional support offices, we have been able to take quality people from all walks of life and provide them with the opportunity to secure their financial future.
$50,000
See More FranchisesSan Francisco, CA
Fully Operational Turnkey Retail Annual Licensed Dispensary Business For Sale (San Francisco, California) #1752 Presenting a rare chance to acquire a fully operational and annually licensed retail...
$749,000
Oceanside, CA
1 of 4 North San Diego County Beach Town Prime Location Fully Operational Dispensary For Sale (North San Diego County, CA) #1748 Don’t miss your chance to acquire a brand-new cannabis retail...
$1,990,000
$469,000
San Francisco, CA
Burbank, CA
For sale is a Brand New Hospice Agency located in the neighborhood of Burbank, Los Angeles County. - It is Health Department licensed (CDPH License) - ACHC accredited in March 2024. - The provider...
$425,000
San Francisco, CA
Turnkey Cannabis Microbusiness Cultivation, Distribution & Manufacturing Business (San Francisco, California) #1716 Secure a rare opportunity to own a turnkey cannabis microbusiness, complete with...
$80,000
Available in California
PIRTEK is a trusted B2B and mobile hydraulic hose repair franchise with clients across several essential industries.
$100,000
See More FranchisesSan 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...
$100,000,000
Torrance, CA
* IN ESCROW*** "Please inquire about this listing through the contact form. Upon request, a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) will be promptly emailed to you." #1015 Area: Torrance Asking Price: $140,000...
$140,000
Sacramento, CA
--> Asset sale for three large franchise territories across the Sacramento, CA market area for a super popular and fast growing non-traditional cleaning services company - Pinks Window Cleaning! You...
$100,000
Van Nuys, CA
Top essential pool service route. Great route. 62 accounts $7,635.00 monthly recurring income, plus EXTRA billings for filters and other related maintenance. Well established accounts. Training and...
$91,620
Stanton, CA
Opportunity to acquire Brand New CDPH Hospice License located in Stanton, Orange County. - It is Health Department licensed (CDPH License). Brand New License. Never had a provider number. Never Billed...
$225,000
Tyler Applegate
Transworld Business Advisors
Serving Orange County, CA
When an entrepreneur intends to divest their business, they require the expertise of a business broker who can effectively identify and thoroughly assess prospective buyers. Similarly, buyers depend on brokers to streamline the process of evaluating available businesses and franchises. In this regard, Transworld Business Advisors emerges as the optimal solution for both scenarios. Transworld Business Advisors for the last 40 years specializes in three fundamental areas: business brokerage, franchise consulting, and franchise development.
Huntington Beach, CA
"Please inquire about this listing through the contact form. Upon request, a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) will be promptly emailed to you." #1010 Area: Huntington Beach Asking Price: $80,000 Rent:...
$80,000
San Diego, CA
High Times Intellectual Property Assets BACK ON THE MARKET For Sale By Receivership CALL FOR OFFERS March 4th #1668 These assets are being sold by a court-appointed receiver, pursuant to an ongoing...
$420,420
$16,000,000
California
San Bernardino, CA
Massive State of the Art Cultivation Facility! Includes Real Estate, 45,000 SqFt Building on 4.68 Acres, 27 Ft Ceilings, 1.5M Watts, Currently 1300 Lights, 2M in Ebitda RE Appraised Over 20M...
$15,000,000
San Diego, CA
Great opportunity to acquire the trademarks, customer lists and other intellectual property of PureKana, LLC, a former leader in the hemp cannabidiol (CBD) products industry. From its inception,...
$420,420
Available in California
Movers Who Care - Own a market leading business with $3.1M Average Unit Sales
$80,000
See More FranchisesStockton, CA
Massive Cannabis Cultivation Real Estate For Sale By Receivership CALL FOR OFFERS FEB 14th (Stockton, California) #1624 This is being sold by way of court ordered receivership and is subject to court...
$420,420
Truckee, CA
Founded in 2018 , this unique craft Bakery has established a strong local and tourist client base, Yhis is a truly unconventional business model as it opens only one day a week ( Friday) and offers...
$385,000
Los Angeles, CA
*** IN ESCROW*** "Please inquire about this listing through the contact form. Upon request, a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) will be promptly emailed to you." #1001 Area: Little Tokyo Asking Price:...
$165,000
Colton, CA
Investor's delight. Very well-kept and maintained property with a long lease. 4.5% cap....
$2,600,000
Torrance, CA
TORRANCE FULLY BUILT OUT RESTAURANT FOR LEASE Premises: 6500' plus patio Rent: $7.25 psf Gross All in Parking: Shopping Center Parking Lease Term: New Lease ABC License: Liquor License Comments: Fully...
Not Disclosed
Placer County, CA
Opportunity to invest early in the next blockbuster Synthetic Rock formula. Like investing in Gunite Pool technology in the early stages before it was a household name. It was developed with over 50...
$10,000,000
Hollywood, CA
HOLLYWOOD TURNKEY CLUB/CONCERT VENUE- RESTAURANT FOR SALE Premises: 8500' Monthly Rent: $32,000 per mo. gross rent Parking: Public and Valet Lease Term: New Lease ABC License: Grandfathered CUP NO...
$395,000
Redondo Beach, CA
Premium Hair & Nail Salon Lease Opportunity - Redondo Beach Secure this exceptional 1,200 square foot retail lease in a prime Redondo Beach location, just five blocks from the beach. This established...
Not Disclosed
Huntington Beach, CA
Motivated Seller. Stand alone building on Pacific Coast Highway (PCH) one block from the ocean in Huntington Beach , very near Seal Beach . Tourists and locals frequent this location . City allows you...
$2,500,000
Available in California
This Recurring Revenue Business Opportunity Offers Multiple Lifestyle Options
$35,000
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.