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...

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...

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...

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...

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...
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,...
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...
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:...
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:...
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...
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...
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We have 180+ fast casual restaurants worldwide, a testament to our commitment to training and supporting our franchisees. Franchise with Wayback Burgers today!
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,...
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...
$2,250,000
Santa Rosa, CA
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...
Newport Beach, CA
For more than 50 years, I’ve been making money in the flower business. I’ve opened flower shops, built wholesale flower routes, developed wedding and event businesses, operated profitable stores &...
Matt Coletta, LCBB, LCBI, M&AMI
M&A Business Advisors
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
M&A Business Advisors is a full-service Business Brokerage and Lower Middle Market M&A Advisory Firm and the Leader in Business Sales & Acquisitions with multiple offices throughout California, Nevada and Texas. M&A Business Advisors specializes in the CONFIDENTIAL sale of privately owned businesses and related real estate in a wide range of industries including Manufacturing, Wholesale Distribution, Service, Health Care, Medical Practices, E-Commerce, Software, Construction, Food & Beverage and more. M&A Business Advisors are highly respected, experienced Advisors who are recognized as some of the top deal-makers in the industry. Our Advisors have extensive backgrounds as well as years of experience and knowledge in a wide range of industries. We work as a “Team” to collaborate and share our knowledge and expertise to best represent our clients. Our Advisors hold some of the top designations in the industry including the Certified Business Intermediaries designation issued by the International Business Broker Association, the M&A Master Intermediary designation issued by M&A Source, and the Certified Business Brokers designation issued by the California Association of Business Brokers. Our Advisors are considered “Influencers” and have been instrumental in improving the standards and ethics within the industry. Selling or purchasing a business can be a complex, time-consuming process. The process involves 100% commitment and a “hands-on” approach by the Advisor and expertise in various fields including exit planning, analyzing financial statements, valuation, managing due diligence, negotiations, financing, sale or lease of real estate and more. Our years of experience along with our proprietary process and ability to work as a team to solve complex issues that arise in transactions is what separates us from the competition. Rest assured that when you are working with a M&A Business Advisor, you are working with the Leader in Business Sales & Acquisitions.
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...
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 &...
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...
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...
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...
Available in California
If you have been feeling the need for a professional change that offers flexibility, growth potential, and personal fulfillment, Clothes Mentor franchise ownership might be the path you have been searching for. The resale industry is booming, and franchising has real advantages, but the best part is the process is already nailed down for you.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $819,550
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...
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...
$150,000
Sacramento County, CA
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,...
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....
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,...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Available in California
$826K+ AUV* Own a Trend-Setting Drybar Franchise in the Fast-Growing $60+ Billion Beauty Industry. Chic, Modern, with a proven business model!
Avg. Unit Revenue: $852,718
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...
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...
$875,000
Los Angeles, CA
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...
Los Gatos, CA
Are you looking to own a modern, newly remodeled restaurant in the heart of a thriving neighborhood? This is your chance to take over an approx. 1800 sq. ft. restaurant in the bustling Blossom Manor...
Available in California
Water Wings Swim School transforms lives through the power of swimming, creating confident swimmers and stronger communities. Our pools welcome swimmers from 3 months to adult, with carefully designed classes that match every ability level and learning style. Our proven curriculum builds water safety skills and swimming confidence in a warm, indoor environment that keeps students comfortable and engaged throughout their aquatic journey. We've developed a business model that supports franchisee success through multiple revenue opportunities. Our modern facilities feature temperature-controlled pools, professional instruction, retail amenities, and various programs that create outstanding student experiences while providing sustainable growth for franchise owners. As members of the United States Swim School Association, we proudly uphold the highest standards in aquatic education. We work with our franchisees to bring exceptional swim instruction to communities nationwide.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $1,592,892
Fontana, CA
Turnkey Beauty Salon / Threading Studio in Prime Fontana Location Beautifully built-out and well-maintained beauty salon now available for sale in Fontana. This is a strong opportunity for an...
Santa Monica, CA
Established in 1972, this comprehensive clothing and fashion brand asset package presents an exceptional opportunity to acquire a complete apparel brand with strong cultural relevance. The TATTOO...
Grand Terrace, CA
Turnkey Italian Restaurant, Pizzeria & Bakery Asset Sale - San Bernardino County This fully equipped culinary facility presents an exceptional opportunity to acquire a complete restaurant operation in...
Los Angeles, CA
SCOOTEROO® E-Scooter Business Asset Sale - Complete Inventory (valued at over $1 million. This unique asset sale opportunity offers the complete SCOOTEROO® e-scooter business, including proprietary...
Napa, CA
This well-established physical therapy practice represents a compelling asset acquisition opportunity in an affluent wine-country community. Founded in 1981, the practice has demonstrated remarkable...
Jerome Thissen
National Franchise Sales
Serving Orange County, CA
NFS turns a complex process into a smooth, speedy transaction. Since we work exclusively with franchise businesses, we understand that there are multiple parties involved in each transaction, and we stay on top of details like franchisor approval, lender requirements and lease assignments.
Los Angeles County, CA
TURNKEY CUT AND SEW OPERATION - COMPLETE ASSET SALE This comprehensive cut and sew operation offers everything needed to launch or expand a fabric and/or hook and loop manufacturing business. This...
Walnut, CA
Former Circle-K store .2,530 sqft. Rent :$ 5,750 Owner wants to move out from the area. Willing to sale simple way without open sales record or detail infomation if the new owner has own confidence to...
$295,000
Elk Grove, CA
Ojai, CA
PRIME TURNKEY RESTAURANT ASSET SALE - DOWNTOWN OJAI Exceptional opportunity to acquire a fully equipped, first-generation restaurant in downtown Ojai's coveted location adjacent to "The Arcade." This...
Vacaville, CA
Own a professionally built, turnkey café space in one of Vacaville's premier retail locations, offered as an asset sale for $95,000. With approximately $420,000 invested in professional buildout,...
Available in California
Become a certified professional dog trainer with America's Favorite In-home Dog Training Franchise! Earn $150k and up. No need to lease commercial space. We train in the clients' homes – solving behavior problems where they're happening and giving our clients fast results. Canine Dimensions has been bringing out the good behavior in dogs since 1997.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $158,196
Oakland, CA
Operational Cannabis MicroBusiness $1.3M Annual Revenue For Sale(Oakland, California) #2066 Take advantage of the opportunity to acquire a fully operational cannabis microbusiness located in Oakland,...
Los Angeles, CA
A well-established, full-service hair and beauty salon positioned near a high-traffic intersection in West Hills. This turnkey business features 9 hair stations, a spacious shampoo/wash area, 2...
Canyon Country, CA
Asset Sale Opportunity: Fully Equipped Sushi Restaurant in Canyon Country, VALENCIA, BOUQUET CANYON AREA. This asset sale presents a turnkey 3,850 square foot sushi restaurant facility strategically...
Napa, CA
Legit Queso is a turn key, premium refrigerated grab and go line of queso products. The asset sale includes an established business model, intellectual property, and a ready to scale platform. Legit...
Simi Valley, CA
Established Korean BBQ location for last 10 years + New lease in place. Many patrons, Locally located stable Restaurant. Great potential growth!! Busy shopping center with 7-11. For over a decade,...
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'...
Ontario, CA
The studio comes equipped with a complete professional video recording system, multiple backdrop configurations, production props, and dedicated storage space, allowing new owner to begin operations...
Chino, CA
Turnkey three-lane mobile axe throwing trailer, fully equipped and ready to operate from day one. This 14-foot trailer is built for the growing mobile entertainment market, delivering a fun,...
Salinas, CA
Excellent opportunity to acquire a well-established restaurant in a prime Salinas location. Family owned and operated for more than 15 years, this business has built a loyal customer base and...
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Once Upon A Child buys and sells gently used and new children's clothing, toys, equipment and more! With over 415 stores open in North America we are the nations largest chain of children's resale stores.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $1,268,984
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.