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Start-upFastest Labs of Westminster
3
$25,000
Start-upMediterranean restaurant
Hi everyone this is a good opportunity to have a new restaurant ready with all the permits and all the equipment ready for use Build in 2025 brand new kitchen with 16 feet hood brand new with 2...
6
$300,000
Start-upDryer Vent Cleaning Pro - "A Great Home Based Business Opportunity"
"STOP PUTTING IT OFF - BE YOUR OWN BOSS!" You can be your own boss for an initial capital of only $249. We are way more reasonable than our competition! Their starting cost is from $5000 to $50,000!...
6
$249
Start-upQuarterly Routine Home Maintenance Subscription Business
The Kura Home License is a unique opportunity to enter (or expand within) the home services industry using a fully built, battle-tested business model—without the restrictions of a traditional...
4
$35,000
Start-upOwn this easy boring business with high net potential!
Own your own “boring business” in one of the most untapped and overlooked opportunities in America. Most people never think twice about a business like this. Window cleaning? At first glance, it...
6
$69,000
Start-upReady-to-Run PET/PP Plastic Factory – High-Return Investment Deal
Turnkey 5,000 sq. ft. PET & PP plastic product manufacturing facility located in Spring Valley, CA. This fully installed and tested factory includes: PET roll production line PP roll production line...
2
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Start-upJoin the Booming Permanent Lighting Industry with Inception Lighting
Inception Lighting—Your Gateway to a Six-Figure, Year-Round Business Join Inception Lighting, a leader in commercial and residential permanent lighting applications, and become part of an industry...
6
$749
Start-upPrepaze Academy - Educational Business Franchise
Prepaze Academy provides a solid opportunity base for your entrepreneurial dream. It's also the only place where passion for education meets your business goals. Prepaze Academy is the only academic...
4
$39,000
Start-up5546 SQFT setting-up Banquet Hall Busi for sale in SW San Jose
New Established Banquet Hall Business needs some ideas to transform it to be popular. This 5,546 square foot banquet hall presents an excellent opportunity for an entrepreneur looking to enter the...
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Start-upEntrepreneurial Restaurateur Joint-Venture Bayside Restaurant
ENTREPRENEURIAL RESTAURATEUR JOINT-VENTURE OPPORTUNITY Exceptional restaurant and bar joint-venture opportunity located within the prestigious Point Reyes National Seashore in Inverness, California....
6
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FranchiseUSA Ninja Challenge
Available Nationwide
Build a thriving kids’ fitness business with USA Ninja Challenge. Membership-based recurring revenue, proven support, and a mission that empowers every child.
$150,000
See More FranchisesStart-upCelebrity-Endorsed Supplement Brand
BioWOW Foods® is a turnkey, media-backed wellness brand - a rare opportunity for an entrepreneur looking to enter or scale in the $220+ billion health and wellness industry without the years of work...
6
$15,000
Start-upStart an Insurance Agency – Full Training & Support Provided.
Own your future with a turnkey life insurance agency opportunity designed for motivated entrepreneurs, even if you have no prior experience. This is your chance to step into a proven business model...
$199
A Passive Toy Vending Machine That Makes $54,000/Year in the U.S.?!
$30,000
Ventura, CA
Start-upBody Sculpting- Licensed Med Spa business, Business professionals
Join the fastest growing mulit-billion dollar aesthetics industry with starting a body contouring med spa! You do not need to be a doctor or have a medical background. We teach you how to hire a...
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Start-upStretch-N-Grow
MASTER FRANCHISE OPPORTUNITY - STRETCH-N-GROW LOS ANGELES Start up fitness franchise system offering a proven business model in the children's fitness education sector. This master franchise...
5
$60,000
Lloyd Silver, CFA, CBB
BTI Group
Serving Contra Costa County, CA
Business Team, a unit of BTI Group, is the largest independent business brokerage firm in the Western United States specializing in arranging the purchase and sale of privately owned companies. During our third of a century of existence, we have developed both an unmatched depth of experience (an aggregate of several hundred years!) and a vast network of individual, corporate, and investment group buyers. Why Choose Business Team: * Complete confidentiality * Over 70 full-time associates * Willingness to cooperate with other brokers to expand the buyer pool * Full marketing services * No upfront fees * Over 40 years of experience with more than 7,000 businesses sold
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Start-upOwn a Proven Marketing Agency – Low Cost, Full Support!
Imagine owning a business where your success is fueled by high client demand, recurring revenue, and full back-end fulfillment—so you can focus on growing, not grinding. With The AD Leaf®, you’re not...
$7,500
Start-upUnique Real Estate Portal with Geo Fencing Technology
Overview Introducing a groundbreaking platform in the real estate sector, where innovation meets opportunity. Our unique technology, Unlisted Finder, revolutionizes property discovery by connecting...
$963,000
Start-upIndoor Electric Go-Kart Franchise Opportunity
Invest in all-electric go-karts, axe throwing, arcades, and more, and have your own indoor racing facility that will be a premier destination for thrilling entertainment. With their combination of...
5
$50,000
Start-upChino-Mex Franchise
We are more than just a Chinese and Mexican restaurant, we have a brand already built in the community that impacts customers’ lives with our award winning tacos and unique combination of food. We...
6
$30,000
Start-upTurnkey Dessert & Sandwich Shop in Prime San Francisco Location
Turnkey dessert and sandwich shop located in a prime San Francisco neighborhood with excellent street visibility and steady foot traffic. MooKoos specializes in authentic Turkish desserts, pastries,...
6
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FranchiseReal Estate Sales, LLC - Flip Cheap Houses
Available in California
PART TIME - WORK AT HOME BUSINESS! Great for people between the ages of 50-65 w/$30,000 in liquid disposable assets. Are You Looking to Make an Additional $100,000 in the Next 12 Months - No Employees to Hire - No Equipment to Rent/Buy - No Office/Warehouse to Rent/Lease - Start Making money in the First 90 Days - Create Your Own Career Opportunity - Help People in Your Community
$30,000
See More FranchisesStart-upLos Angeles Cannabis Distribution & Retail NSF Delivery
Prime Opportunity in North Hollywood: Take advantage of this 2500 SF licensed location near Burbank Airport, situated in the bustling heart of North Hollywood. This prime spot offers excellent...
2
$450,000
Start-upAll electric equipment and Van, Lawn Care Services run by Solar
FRANCHISE for the EB1c Green Card $395,00 FRANCHISE. A great opportunity to join the Green Movement in Lawn care. All equipment is electric so the customers are very happy with the reduction in noise...
$395,000
A Passive Toy Vending Machine That Makes $54,000/Year in the U.S.?!
$30,000
Newark, CA
Start-upStart Your Online Ecommerce Business and Website From Home
View stores at: WWW.ECOMCHIEF.COM Get the freedom to turn your dream store into reality using our professionally built highly profitable custom Shopify store. Where you get the freedom to customize...
$199
Start-upOwn NYC’s Hottest Italian Café Franchise – Caffe Aronne
Caffe Aronne, the most talked-about Italian café in NYC, is now franchising! With rave reviews, a cult following, and a proven success model, this is your chance to own a highly profitable coffee &...
6
$25,000
Start-upHigh Margin E-Cig/Nicotine & Custom Vending Machines!
Looking for your next side hustle? Sunstate Vending is a U.S. based premium vending provider looking to break the barrier of entry into entrepreneurship. We specialize in high end software driven...
5
$15,000
Start-upOwn your Trucking company, Can Earn over $3K pr week, Low startup
Learn how to make good money in the trucking industry and become part of this 800-billion-dollar industry. USA Trucking Consultants LLC helps create and start new trucking companies. USA Trucking...
5
$5,000
Start-upOwn a Sunlight Art® Business, the Best In-Mall Kiosk Opportunity
Explore a Sunlight Art Licensing Opportunity: Colorful Panel Designs with Illumination by the Sun Sunlight Art® Suncatcher Window Panels bring to life a new and popular alternative to traditional wall...
6
$28,000
Start-upExciting Franchise Opportunity in the Carpet Cleaning Industry
Are you ready to own a business that combines innovative technology with exceptional customer service in a thriving market? This franchise offers a unique cleaning process that stands out from...
3
$30,000
Start-upQuantum Anti-NanoBot & Massage Device (Trademark & Patent rights)
Quantum Anti-NanoBot & Massage Therapy Device (see 2 photos) trademark and patent rights available as a franchise by 89 year old mechanical engineer for $199 initial fee to purchase a Device for...
2
$199
FranchiseCanine Dimensions In-home Dog Training
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.
$65,000
See More FranchisesStart-upPopular Candy/Snack/Bakery/Toy Shop for sale
We curate artisan snacks, pastries, hot musibi and drinks. At the downtown of the city....
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Start-upLow Investment, Low Overhead, Recurring Revenue Model
In 2015, Farmer’s Insurance ran a Superbowl commercial highlighting the dangers of clogged dryer vents. Overnight, a little known service industry boomed as million of people realized they had never...
2
$89,000
Turnkey Seafood Boil Restaurant for Sale in Los Angeles County
$850,000
Carson, CA
Start-upLandscape Curbing Business with Custom Trailer
The Curbing Business can be a rewarding investment into your future, delivering the financial freedom and stability we all strive for. It’s a proven business on a trailer combined with the certified...
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$9,650
Start-upEcommerce online Business & website for sale
View Store for sale: WWW.ECOMCHIEF.COM Join the growing ecommerce industry! The perfect starter drop-shipping store! Great scale capability. High demand products + beautiful design and branding! The...
2
$299
FranchiseBenjamin Franklin Plumbing
Available in California
Join the leader in residential plumbing services! We provide tools and support so our franchise owners grow their business and dominate their market.
$150,000
See More FranchisesStart-upCustom Tailored Vintage Denim Brand
Old Gold Denim is a custom-tailored vintage denim brand built around one simple idea: jeans should fit you, not the other way around. We specialize in curated vintage Levi’s 501s, Wranglers, and other...
5
$4,500
Start-upConcrete Coating Business for Sale
Franchised concrete coating business for sale. Proprietary products that are the absolute best in the industry. Excellent franchise support with no interference. You run your business how you want!...
4
$120,000
Start-upTurnkey Coffee Shop
* TURNKEY COFFEE SHOP BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY - in Southern CALIFORNIA * Skip the Franchise Fees - Get Real Expertise and Partnership Instead! * $30,000 Complete Coffee Shop Setup, Supply, Service &...
5
$30,000
Start-upEntrepreneurs, Self-Starters & Leaders Join the Farmers Insurance Team
Farmers Insurance offers a unique opportunity to build and/or buy an Agency. Farmers Insurance Agency owners enjoy limitless income potential (we are open in all California markets) with monthly and...
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Start-upD.O.L.L.S. Cleaning Franchise Opportunity – Trusted Brand in Cleaning
D.O.L.L.S. Cleaning is a recognized leader in the residential and commercial cleaning industry, offering a reliable, customer-centric approach that sets it apart. Founded on the principles of...
4
$35,000
Charles
Action Realty Task Holdings, LLC.
Serving Orange County, CA
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Start-up"At Home Real Estate Investing Company $220k - $350k Actual Net"
You WILL be expected to do your first real estate deal with me in the first 30-90 days and make $10,000-$85,000 or more on it...even if you have no experience, 100% in writing! How? We get deals...
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High-Volume Baja Fresh with Baja Fresh 2.0 Upgrade
Los Angeles County, CA
$500,000
Beautiful OC Cash Flow Adult Nightclub with Gorgeous Entertainers!
$1,599,999
Orange County, CA
San Jose: Liquor Store for sale
San Jose, CA
$665,000
Yogurt shop with Grease trap and possibilities Placer County
Roseville, CA
$42,000
FranchiseNTV 360
Available Nationwide
$35,000
Cajun Seafood Franchise, Full Staff, Type 41.
Riverside County, CA
$199,000
Market / B&W –Low Rent, Short Hours, Asking $60K
Los Angeles County, CA
$59,000
Window & Door Business For Sale- Very Profitable for over 25 years!
Walnut Creek, CA
$2,000,000
Highly Scalable Home Care Staffing Agency - Motivated Seller
Riverside County, CA
$200,000
Elite Dog Boarding and Grooming and Day Care operation
California
$1,620,000
Profitable Pet Grooming Opportunity near Burbank
Los Angeles County, CA
$79,000
High-End Auto Repair Shop in Wealthy OC – Room to Double Revenue
Orange County, CA
$598,000
Well Established Aerial Fire Fighting Aviation Company
California
$14,000,000
Auto Body , Mechanic and Tire Shop in Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA
$350,000
FranchiseSlice House
Available in California
$250,000
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.
