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Beverly Center Turnkey Equipped Restaurant Bar for Lease
Asset Sale

West Hollywood, CA

BEVERLY CENTER TURNKEY FULLY EQUIPPED RESTAURANT BAR FOR LEASE Premises: 5500' + 700' patio Monthly Rent: $7.50 psf All In Gross Parking: Valet & Public Parking Lease Term: 10 yr. Lease ABC License: 2...

$250,000

$250,000

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Oakland Cannabis Delivery Business Non-Storefront Retail Business
Asset Sale

Oakland, CA

Owner-Absentee Oakland Cannabis Delivery Business Non-Storefront Retail Business 7,500+ Customer Base Turnkey Operation For Sale (Oakland, California) #2018 Rare opportunity to acquire an established...

$300,000

$300,000

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Restaurant Opportunity in Prime Morro Bay Waterfront Location
Asset Sale

San Luis Obispo County, CA

Restaurant Opportunity in Prime Morro Bay Waterfront Location RRC#5291 Offered at $175,000 Location: San Luis Obispo County Annual Revenue: $1,230,770 Annual Cash Flow: Contact for Info Monthly...

$175,000

$175,000

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Charming Restaurant & Bar with Type 47 ABC in Historic Mill Valley
Asset Sale

Marin County, CA

Charming Restaurant & Bar with Type 47 ABC in Historic Mill Valley Location – El Paseo RRC#5277 Asking Price: $179,000 Location: Marin County Annual Revenue: Contact for Info Annual Cash Flow: Contact...

$179,000

$179,000

Printing & Binding
Asset Sale

Orange, CA

Equipment for sale. Owner Passed away. Canon digital Image Press V1000.Canon Image press C650 copier . Other miscellaneous tables stitches , rolling tool benches , tools etc. Over $100,000 of printing...

$20,000

$20,000

Asset sale-Vending Equipment Package: 5 Machines + Parts + Card Reader
Asset Sale

Los Angeles County, CA

EQUIPMENT & PARTS 3x Xingyuan XY-DLY-10C-21.5 Dual-Cabinet Combo Sets (NEW, never deployed) - Each set is one combo machine with two full-size cabinets (main + secondary), both combo, operating as a...

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$15,500

$15,500

Turnkey Lake Tahoe Picnic & Event Business | Profitable, Scalable
Asset Sale

Truckee, CA

A turnkey Lake Tahoe picnic and event business with strong demand, established branding, and immediate revenue potential. Tahoe Elevated Picnics specializes in curated outdoor and indoor experiences...

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$40,000

$40,000

Chic Ocean Ave Boutique-Established Brand-Prime Carmel Location
Asset Sale

Carmel, CA

Located on iconic Ocean Avenue in Carmel-by-the-Sea, this beautifully curated boutique offers a rare opportunity to acquire a well-established retail brand in one of California’s most desirable...

$188,000

$188,000

Salon rooms build out
Asset Sale

Studio City, CA

This is a build out space opportunity only. this location has 3 rooms with sink and a supply room with sink. small waiting area. Great location and lease priced right. business not for sale...

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$30,000

$30,000

Extremely RARE Opportunity in a top tier Shopping Center!
Asset Sale

San Ramon, CA

This asset sale presents a rare acquisition opportunity for a fully equipped restaurant space in a premier San Ramon shopping center. The turnkey facility features professional-grade infrastructure...

$275,000

$275,000

Bach to Rock
Franchise

Available in California

Operate a structured music education business with lessons, bands, and ongoing monthly tuition revenue.

$200,000

$200,000

Avg. Unit Revenue: $587,341

Tapioca Concept, 20+ Years. Loyal Customers. Prime Dublin Location
Asset Sale

Dublin, CA

The long-established tapioca drinks business has operated continuously under the same ownership since 2002 and is located in a highly desirable, high-traffic shopping center with excellent daily foot...

$99,888

$99,888

Liquor License-Type 21 Off-Sale General Alameda County
Asset Sale

Alameda County, CA

Available for qualified buyers only. Buyer must first confirm that their proposed retail location is approved by the city and county for the intended use and must obtain a Conditional Use Permit...

$45,000

$45,000

Established Coatings Business with HUGE Growth & Margin Upside

$450,000 - Huntington Beach, CA

$450,000

Huntington Beach, CA

Boardwalk Restaurant Opportunity in Redondo Beach
Asset Sale

Redondo Beach, CA

"Please inquire about this listing through the contact form. Upon request, a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) will be promptly emailed to you." #1030 Area: Redondo Beach Asking Price:$199,500 Base Rent:...

$199,500

$199,500

Turnkey Restaurant Space (2026 Build) – Asset Sale, Prime Food Court
Asset Sale

Los Angeles County, CA

AS-IS, ASSET SALE / NO NAME / NO MENU / CONVERT ONLY. Exceptional opportunity to acquire a newly constructed (2026) turnkey restaurant space located in a high-demand retail corridor. Currently...

$79,000

$79,000

Regina Fisher

Sierra Bay Partners

Serving San Francisco County, CA

Sierra Bay Partners is a concierge business brokerage based in the San Francisco Bay. We are guiding owners of small and mid-sized companies through complex transitions. We provide tailored strategies, clear market insight, and hands-on support throughout the entire transaction process—from preparing the business for market to negotiating with qualified buyers and driving the deal to a successful closing. Known for our personalized service and strong track record of successful outcomes, we deliver an advisory experience built around the specific needs and goals of each client. With more than 70% of M&A deals failing, our mission is simple: ensure our clients are the exception. Sierra Bay Partners maintains absolute confidentiality and discretion throughout the selling process, and we strive to uphold the highest level of professionalism and integrity in every engagement. Versatile, accomplished, and deeply committed to our clients’ success, we provide the expertise and execution required to achieve the best possible outcome of your business sale.

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Carmel-by-the-Sea Restaurant for Sale – Fully Built-Out
Asset Sale

Carmel, CA

Step into a beautifully built-out restaurant located in the scenic Carmel, California. Opened in 2022, this establishment has already earned a loyal following among both locals and tourists. Currently...

$179,000

$179,000

Transparent Surgical Respirator with Magnification lenses for sugery
Asset Sale

Orange County, CA

This forward-thinking medical device company is designing a next-generation surgical respirator designed to deliver enhanced protection, comfort and breathability. Medical professionals, including...

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Swiss Restaurant Asset Sale – Great Carmel Location
Asset Sale

Carmel, CA

Here’s a great opportunity to acquire a fully equipped Swiss restaurant in the heart of The Barnyard Carmel, one of Carmel’s most popular shopping and dining destinations. Operating since 1995, this...

$125,000

$125,000

Brand New CDPH Hospice License - Priced to Sell!
Asset Sale

Pasadena, CA

Rare opportunity to acquire an active California CDPH hospice license in Pasadena, Los Angeles County. The State of California has closed new hospice license applications, making existing licenses...

$120,000

$120,000

Dining & Cocktail -Hard Liquor License, Live Ent at Prime Location
Asset Sale

Los Angeles County, CA

AS-IS, ASSET SALE This full-service restaurant offers a casual yet sophisticated dining experience in a vibrant downtown environment with strong foot traffic driven by nearby hotels, events, and...

$465,000

$465,000

SafeSplash Swim School
Franchise

Available Nationwide

Empower families, strengthen communities, and grow a business with real meaning. Own a SafeSplash Swim School—Where Purpose Meets Profit.

$60,000

$60,000

Avg. Unit Revenue: $563,474

California Hospice License for Sale – Los Angeles County
Asset Sale

Commerce, CA

Asking Price: $249,000 Rare opportunity to acquire an active California CDPH hospice license in Los Angeles County, City of Commerce, CA. The State of California has closed new hospice license...

$249,000

$249,000

Dog Grooming Salon & Bakery Franchise
Asset Sale

San Diego County, CA

An outstanding opportunity to acquire a well-established, turn-key franchise dog grooming salon located in a highly desirable San Diego beach community. This well-loved neighborhood business provides...

$295,000

$295,000

Rare Emergency Veterinary Hospital for Sale (Turn-key)

$2,000,000 - Los Angeles County, CA

$2,000,000

Los Angeles County, CA

Seafood Rest, Build out $650K, ASSET SALE. Type41.
Asset Sale

Los Angeles County, CA

AS-IS, ASSET SALE, Menu & Business Name is NOT Included. This beautifully improved seafood restaurant presents an exciting opportunity in a prime, high-traffic location. With seating for up to 100...

$149,000

$149,000

High-End Men’s Salon for Sale – San Diego County
Asset Sale

San Diego County, CA

This well-established men’s salon is one of San Diego County’s premier destinations for grooming and self-care, serving more than 1,000 clients each month. Known for its upscale atmosphere and...

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$85,000

$85,000

Mountain Lifestyle and a "Sweet" Business!
Asset Sale

Truckee, CA

PLEASE DO NOT CONTACT THE BUSINESS OR IT'S OWNERS DIRECTLY. Nestled in the breathtaking Sierra Mountains of Truckee, California, this beloved bakery began as a passionate dream in 2018. Two visionary...

$385,000

$385,000

Synthetic Rock Business Great Opportunity To Invest!
Asset Sale

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

$10,000,000

8,384+/-sf former bank building in Apple Valley, CA
Real Estate Only

Apple Valley, CA

8,384+/-sf former bank building. Built in 1965 on 1.24+/-ac. 60+/- parking spaces (3 handicap). Located approx. 1 hour North of San Bernardino. ***Due diligence materials available with completion of...

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123-Acre Patented Lode Gold Mine | 29 Palms, CA
Real Estate Only

Twentynine Palms, CA

This is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to acquire a historically significant, fully patented gold mining property in the heart of the Old Dale Mining District, San Bernardino County, California,...

$8,750,000

$8,750,000

Temecula Winery Real Estate Sale Subject to Court Approval
Real Estate Only

Temecula, CA

Price Reduced! This exceptional winery real estate opportunity presents a premium property in the renowned Temecula Valley Wine Country region. The facility encompasses over 24,000 square feet of...

$14,400,000

$14,400,000

GarageExperts
Franchise

Available Nationwide

GarageExperts® is the dominant leader in the garage renovation and commercial epoxy and polyaspartic flooring industry which is part of the $538 billion home improvement market. For over 15 years, we have been helping residential, commercial, and industrial customers transform their spaces with epoxy and polyaspartic floor coatings, custom-built cabinets, and slatwall organizational systems. The home improvement and commercial market is expected to be a $620 billion industry by the year 2025, leading to endless possibilities for our garage organization and two-component commercial floor coating company. Learn more about becoming a garage floor franchise today.

$65,000

$65,000

Avg. Unit Revenue: $610,366

Building & Equitment For Sale!
Real Estate Only

Ivanhoe, CA

Versatile Commercial Property - Former Restaurant Asset Sale Prime commercial asset opportunity in Ivanhoe, California featuring a well-maintained restaurant building at 33027 Road 159. This asset...

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$399,999

$399,999

Historic Pats Restaurant in Downtown Guerneville
Real Estate Only

Guerneville, CA

The Building: 2209 sq ft of mixed retail space (building sales price: $1,750,000), currently operating as a restaurant (business sales valued: ($750,000) in prime downtown Guerneville on the Main...

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$1,750,000

$1,750,000

Profitable Amazon FBA + Walmart Wholesale Store | 28-45% ROI | Turnkey

$150,000 - San Diego County, CA

$150,000

San Diego County, CA

Idyllwild Mixed Use Building
Real Estate Only

Riverside County, CA

Prime location in Idyllwild, California, commercial use building. The property has 5 remodeled motel units, 4 retail rental spaces and 1 built out restaurant space. The Property is zoned C-P-S (Scenic...

$1,750,000

$1,750,000

Build next to Disney and Coachella Valley
Real Estate Only

Cathedral City, CA

Positioned in the rapidly expanding North Cathedral City growth corridor, this 30-acre development opportunity offers exceptional potential in one of the most active investment regions of the...

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$5,500,000

$5,500,000

Drybar
Franchise

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!

$250,000

$250,000

Avg. Unit Revenue: $852,718

Prime Full-Service Restaurant for Lease in Big Bear Lake Village
Lease Only

Big Bear Lake, CA

An exceptional opportunity to lease one of Big Bear Lake’s most established full-service restaurants. Successfully operated for over 20 years, this highly visible property is located directly on Big...

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Medical Condo for Sale - Optical Practice
Real Estate Only

San Francisco, CA

Professional Medical Condo Opportunity - Prime Optometry Location This exceptional street-level medical condominium presents a turnkey real estate investment opportunity within San Francisco's...

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$799,000

$799,000

Restaurant Available -Best Location in Downtown Los Angeles
Lease Only

Los Angeles, CA

4000rsf restaurant available for rent, including a 450rsf mezzanine and 1100rsf basement where the walk-in refrigerator is located. Mezzanine and basement may be excluded from the lease. 40 beer taps....

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CAR WASH + 3 Bays Automotive Center
Lease Only

Apple Valley, CA

CAR WASH + 3 Bays Automotive Center • 30-years lease $12,000 per mo. NNN - lease deposit equivalent to 1 year rent • NO - bank financing, NO - loans or loan fees, NO - lengthy approval process •...

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Newly Remodeled Modern Restaurant For Sale
Real Estate Only

Los Angeles, CA

This is a great opportunity to take over a beautifully remodeled restaurant in a busy North Hollywood location on Sherman Way. The space has been completely updated with a modern look, featuring high...

$250,000

$250,000

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Turn-Key Luxury Beauty Salon – West Hollywood
Lease Only

West Hollywood, CA

Premium 2nd Generation Beauty Salon Space Available in West Hollywood Exceptional turnkey opportunity in a rare stand-alone building on prestigious Melrose Avenue, just one block from the high-end...

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Profitable Tire Shop in HIGH Traffic Area. Real Estate Included.
Real Estate Only

Porterville, CA

Here is your opportunity to own a very busy corner of Porterville. Currently home to Leon's Tires, this property sees thousands of passers by per day and is limitless in the possibilities. The current...

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$949,000

$949,000

Milky Oat: 100% Organic Postpartum Meals—Turnkey Model

$128,000 - Santa Cruz County, CA

$128,000

Santa Cruz County, CA

6-BED RCFE RENTAL in West Sacramento (Facility only)
Lease Only

West Sacramento, CA

A renovated 6-bed RCFE facility FOR RENT in West Sacramento, with the owner currently completing improvements to support 6-Bed non-ambulatory RCFE licensing. The 2,500 sq ft home features five...

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Boutique Luxury Medical Spa in Tarzana 150k (Facility Only)
Lease Only

Los Angeles, CA

Prime Medical Spa Lease Opportunity on Ventura Boulevard Exceptional turnkey medical spa facility available for lease takeover in prestigious Tarzana location. This fully operational, move-in ready...

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Young Chefs Academy
Franchise

Available in California

Young Chefs® Academy is the nation's leading kids' cooking franchise — a purpose-built, culinary education brand where children from preschool through high school learn to measure, mix, sauté, and master real culinary skills in a fun, hands-on environment. Serious Fun. Experts in kids cooking. Inspiring a new generation.

$100,000

$100,000

Avg. Unit Revenue: $289,709

Family Owned & Operated over 65 years
Real Estate Only

Yuba City, CA

Authentic, tasty Mexican cuisine known and loved for generations. Full bar, patio and separate meeting room available. Upper level can be reserved for parties. Ample parking. Handicap accessible. ALSO...

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$3,210,000

$3,210,000

SUBLEASE Professional Office Suite in FULLERTON TOWERS.
Lease Only

Fullerton, CA

Professional office suite sublease opportunity in Fullerton Towers, one of Fullerton's most prestigious business addresses. The property features approximately 1,149 rentable square feet of fully...

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Hollywood Blvd Fully Equipped Restaurant!
Lease Only

Los Angeles, CA

2,250 Sq Ft of Fully Equipped Restaurant Space! (1,750 Floor Plus 500 Sq Ft Mezz Each) Prime Hollywood Boardwalk Location!! Across From the Famous Hollywood Wax Museum and Next to Ripley's Believe It...

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San Diego Express & Self-Serve Car Wash
Real Estate Only

El Cajon, CA

Exclusively Listed by The Gas Broker®. Please contact Broker before visiting the Property. Rare opportunity to acquire an operational owner-user car wash property strategically positioned along E....

$2,950,000

$2,950,000

Prime DTLA restaurant w/Hard Liquor CUP Approved!
Real Estate Only

Los Angeles, CA

DTLA Turnkey Opportunity | Full Liquor CUP (Conditional Use Permit) Approved Own a beautifully designed restaurant/bar in DTLA’s premier dining corridor. This strategic asset sale ($0) allows you to...

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Prime Restaurant/Retail Opportunity-Main Street El Segundo
Lease Only

El Segundo, CA

Prime Restaurant/Retail Opportunity – Main Street, El Segundo Located in the heart of downtown El Segundo, this 2,250 sq. ft. prime retail space offers exceptional visibility on the highly...

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Valero Gas Station & Circle K C-Store with Real Estate
Real Estate Only

Blythe, CA

Progressive Real Estate Partners is pleased to offer for sale a Valero Gas Station and Circle-K C-Store in the City of Blythe. This site benefits from its position as one of the few essential fueling...

$5,000,000

$5,000,000

Prime Commercial Building
Real Estate Only

Portola, CA

This prime commercial building represents an exceptional investment opportunity in Portola's established business corridor along Highway 70. The property features a strategically positioned structure...

$290,000

$290,000

New 2025 Food Trailer – Ready-to-Operate Loaded Potato Business
Start Up

2025 16' x 8' turnkey food trailer with all equipment included. This is a fully equipped loaded potato business ready for its next owner. The recipes and food have received excellent feedback from...

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$73,000

$73,000

PaintEZ
Franchise

Available Nationwide

Highly scalable franchise model with low overhead, quick startup, outstanding support, and a proven business model.

$49,999

$49,999

Avg. Unit Revenue: $619,467

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

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.