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." #1040 Area: West Hollywood Asking Price:$100,000 or Best...

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." #1040 Area: West Hollywood Asking Price:$100,000 or Best...

Sonoma County, CA
This is the opportunity many dentists have been waiting for: a turnkey dental office asset sale in a highly active North Bay Area retail and business corridor. For many dental professionals, growth...

Sacramento, CA
2x Net Established Sacramento Cannabis Delivery Business | Over $1M In Annual Sales! | Turnkey Opportunity (Sacramento, California) #2026 Take advantage of this rare opportunity to acquire a...

Los Angeles, CA
Asset Sale - New Retail Pharmacy in Prime Los Angeles Location This is an asset sale opportunity for a new retail pharmacy strategically positioned in a busy shopping center in Eagle Rock, Los...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Available Nationwide
A trusted name in the auto repair industry for over 40 years, Christian Brothers Automotive is a Christian business that provides each guest the "love your neighbor" experience. Currently, there are more than 265 locations successfully operating across 30 states, with a growth plan to reach 350 strategically placed locations by end of 2025.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $2,865,872
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...
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...
$450,000
Huntington Beach, CA
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...
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...
Antoinette Gonzales Norris, CBB, CBI
Zoom Business Brokers
Serving San Francisco County, CA
Zoom Business Brokers is a highly accomplished team of dedicated and trustworthy professionals who are pioneering the process to skillfully guide, advise, and facilitate your seamless business transactions. Our team of industry veterans embodies over 230 years of collective real-world experience and will provide you with mindful expertise and resources to buy, sell, or merge your business with their decades of training and practice and an extensive relationship network. Regardless of your business size, industry or locale, our qualified brokers are relentless in our innovative approach to fully and efficiently service your needs – from expert guidance to transactions – that will ultimately save you valuable time and money and allow you to remain focused on what you do best in running your business. Our brokers embrace collaboration and are carefully selected for our team because of their integrity and professionalism. We are tenacious in our objective to provide exceptional service, and in doing so our team is uncompromising in protecting your confidential information and aligning the interests of all parties for mutual success. The rigorous, industry-leading training of our brokers results in sound, smart advice and the highest professional standards that we employ in providing you with support that is both reliable and creative as we facilitate your business transactions.
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...
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...
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:...
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...
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...
Available in California
Looking for a business with all the support of a franchise without the franchise fees or stifling corporate control? As a Benjamin Moore independent dealer, it's your business, your decisions. Benjamin Moore independent dealers get the best of both worlds.
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...
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...
$2,000,000
Los Angeles County, CA
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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Low Stress, Home Based. MobileDumps is the dumpster rental alternative suited to fit the needs of both residential and commercial customers. Now at 31 locations nationwide.
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...
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...
$150,000
San Diego County, CA
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,...
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...
Available Nationwide
Love. Integrity. Mission. Excellence.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $407,938
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Ron Matheson
WebsiteClosers.com
Serving Fresno County, CA
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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...
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....
$128,000
Santa Cruz County, CA
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 •...
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...
Available Nationwide
Snapology is a leading children's enrichment franchise focused on STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math) education through hands-on, play-based learning. With programs that engage kids ages 4-14 through robotics, coding, animation, and themed building activities, Snapology makes learning fun and impactful. The mobile-friendly model offers flexibility and low overhead, making it an ideal opportunity for passionate entrepreneurs looking to bring meaningful educational experiences to their communities. Whether hosted in schools, community centers, or birthday parties, Snapology helps children build confidence, critical thinking skills, and a lifelong love of learning.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $113,332
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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....
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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Average Annual Franchise Revenue:$514,024* Own an Award-Winning Pest Control Business with the Flexibility of a Home-Based Office.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $257,593
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.