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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

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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

Beauty salon in Orange
Start Up

Beautiful recently remodel Beauty salon with 5 chairs and 2 hair wash stations, located on a busy street (Tustin St) It also has a separate room for wax, lashes, facials, or anything like that. ready...

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$45,000

$45,000

Start Your Own Coffee Vending Business
Start Up

Start Your Own Coffee Vending Business with Subito Company Subito Company offers a turnkey opportunity to own and operate a premium bean-to-cup coffee vending machine — no royalties, no franchise...

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$9,990

$9,990

High-Growth Pet Franchise Opportunity | Semi-Absentee | CO Territories
Start Up

Most grooming businesses trade time for money. This one is built to scale. This is a multi-unit development opportunity with a fast-growing, membership-based pet care brand expanding into Colorado....

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$39,000

$39,000

PestMaster
Franchise

Available Nationwide

Average Annual Franchise Revenue:$514,024* Own an Award-Winning Pest Control Business with the Flexibility of a Home-Based Office.

$50,000

$50,000

Avg. Unit Revenue: $257,593

Turnkey Asian Restaurant in Prime Claremont Location
Start Up

Excellent opportunity to acquire a fully equipped Asian noodle restaurant located in one of Claremont's busiest shopping areas. The restaurant features a modern commercial kitchen, Type I hood,...

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$280,000

$280,000

Turn key weight loss business
Start Up

Turn-Key Weight Loss Business - Virtual Opportunity Established in 2021, this virtual weight loss business presents a compelling startup opportunity for entrepreneurs seeking a location-independent...

2

$30,000

$30,000

Concrete & Masonry Company For sale

$850,000 - Los Angeles County, CA

$850,000

Los Angeles County, CA

Profitable E-Commerce Nightwear & Loungewear Business for Sale
Start Up

This brand is a performance-driven, direct-to-consumer e-commerce destination operating at the intersection of premium nightwear, pyjamas, and everyday loungewear. The company specializes in a...

3

$749,000

$749,000

Start Your Own Total Wireless Store – Turnkey Opportunity
Start Up

Start Your Own Wireless Store with Next Total Communications Looking to own your own business in a fast-growing, high-demand industry? NextTotal Communications is actively seeking motivated...

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Eric Johnson

First Choice Business Brokers SF Bay

Serving Santa Clara County, CA

As Broker/Franchisee at First Choice Business Brokers, I lead seven California offices serving clients statewide, with concentrated expertise in the San Francisco Bay Area, Monterey Bay, and Los Angeles markets. We help Main Street to lower-middle-market business owners with proven, cash-flowing operations achieve strategic exits. Over three decades, I've started, scaled, and sold businesses myself — and have personally facilitated transactions across technology, transportation, manufacturing, retail, and franchise sales. First Choice Business Brokers is a Nationwide organization active since 1994 in over 100 markets. We have completed over $15 billion in business sales and are ranked as one of the best and fastest growing companies in our segment. Our reach is unprecedented and our agents are the best trained in the business.

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Turnkey Overtime Athletics Franchise – Secure Territory & Equip.
Start Up

Turnkey Overtime Athletics Franchise Opportunity - Secure Territory & Equipment Included This established franchise opportunity offers immediate entry into the growing youth sports and athletic...

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Street Corner Franchise Opportunity
Start Up

Street Corner is a premium convenience franchise built for today's urban consumer. We're not a traditional c-store — we sit in a category of our own, positioned between big-box grocery and everyday...

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$40,000

$40,000

Exclusive Gameday Men's Health Franchise Territory - San Luis Obispo
Start Up

Rare opportunity to acquire the rights to develop a Gameday Men’s Health franchise territory in San Luis Obispo, one of California’s most desirable Central Coast markets. The seller is an experienced...

$57,000

$57,000

Newly Remodeled Chinese Restaurant on a Significant Traffic Corridor
Start Up

ESTABLISHED CHINESE RESTAURANT - PRIME PUENTE HILLS LOCATION Pin Wei Noodle presents an exceptional opportunity to acquire a fully operational Chinese restaurant in the high-traffic Puente Hills East...

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2 Exclusive Drug & Alcohol Testing Territories in Northern CA
Start Up

This is a rare opportunity to acquire two exclusive Fastest Labs franchise territories in Northern California — offered together at $88,000, which is $30,000 below what these territories would cost...

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$88,000

$88,000

Gotcha Covered
Franchise

Available Nationwide

Gotcha Covered franchise owners enjoy a high-income potential, impressive margins, and a great lifestyle selling blinds, shutters, shades and custom draperies to the home and commercial markets. Invest in yourself with a Gotcha Covered window treatment franchise. This low-risk, home-based business is the change you’ve been looking for.

$150,000

$150,000

Avg. Unit Revenue: $580,224

Beautiful turnkey 24/7 boutique start up fitness facility
Start Up

ESTABLISHED 24/7 BOUTIQUE FITNESS FRANCHISE - ROCKLIN, CA Turnkey fitness facility opportunity in affluent Rocklin, California, serving Placer County's thriving market. This established franchise...

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$100,000

$100,000

Run your own towing company! Plug & Play is ready to operate today
Start Up

TURNKEY TOWING COMPANY OPPORTUNITY - READY TO OPERATE This fully established California towing company presents an exceptional opportunity for an entrepreneur seeking immediate entry into the...

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Prime Location Acai Bowl/Juice Bar- Convoy District San Diego

$125,000 - San Diego, CA

$125,000

San Diego, CA

Los Angeles Cannabis Distribution & Retail NSF Delivery
Start Up

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...

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$450,000

$450,000

Ai Automation Business – No Tech Skills Needed | Turnkey System
Start Up

Own a high-demand, asset-light AI automation business designed to help local small and medium-sized businesses modernize and scale using powerful automation systems. Artificial Intelligence is no...

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$10,000

$10,000

Turnkey Luxury Head Spa in Coastal San Diego – Fully Built Out
Start Up

This Head Spa is a fully built-out luxury scalp health and head spa concept located in the highly desirable coastal community of Solana Beach, California. This is a rare opportunity to acquire a...

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Own Mr Carpentry in your territory!
Start Up

Own Mr Carpentry in Your Territory - Professional Carpentry Brand Licensing Opportunity This startup opportunity offers exclusive territorial licensing rights to operate under the established Mr....

$1,500

$1,500

Pokeworks-Own the #1 Fastest Growing Poke Franchise
Start Up

Pokeworks Franchise Opportunity - Own the #1 Fastest Growing Poke Brand Founded in 2015, Pokeworks has rapidly established itself as the leading premium fast-casual poke franchise in the United States...

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$40,000

$40,000

Own a Fast-Growing Premium Bakery Brand
Start Up

Marvel Cake is a premium bakery and café concept specializing in handcrafted cakes, elegant pastries, viennoiseries, tarts, desserts, and high-quality coffee and tea. The brand combines...

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$45,000

$45,000

Dance in the Wild - Dance - Yoga - Pilates
Start Up

Dance in the Wild is a genuinely new business opportunity: host synced-music dance events outdoors, in nature, with almost no investment. It's a way to start your own business and build a real...

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Pirtek USA
Franchise

Available in California

PIRTEK is a trusted B2B and mobile hydraulic hose repair franchise with clients across several essential industries.

$100,000

$100,000

Avg. Unit Revenue: $1,090,570

Farmers Insurance Agency
Start Up

Opportunity to open Insurance Agency In the San Fernando Valley/Ventura County area! The benefits: • New Business Commissions of up to 300% • Support from District Office and Territory team,...

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Electric Motorcycle Rentals & Sales Business (start up)
Start Up

The purchase would include approximately 15 new 2022-2024 electric motorcycles, spare parts, dealership rights, and domain name for Adventure Motorcycle Rentals....

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ATM Portfolio: 286 Units | $590K Annual Cash Flow | Third-Party Loaded

$1,907,280 - San Francisco County, CA

$1,907,280

San Francisco County, CA

I.V. Hydration with Hyperbaric Oxygen Chamber Therapy clinic
Start Up

TURNKEY MEDICAL IMAGING & WELLNESS CENTER - ABSENTEE OPPORTUNITY Established outpatient imaging center featuring state-of-the-art CT scanner technology, serving Orange County with advanced early...

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$100,000

$100,000

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

Superior Fence & Rail
Franchise

Available in California

The first and leading fence franchise

$200,000

$200,000

Avg. Unit Revenue: $982,668

Fastest Labs of Bakersfield-High-Growth-Franchise Territory w/training
Start Up

FRANCHISE OPPORTUNITY - FASTEST LABS OF BAKERSFIELD Exclusive Territory Franchise for Sale This rare opportunity offers an exclusive Fastest Labs franchise territory serving the Bakersfield,...

$59,000

$59,000

Turnkey Wine Bar Opportunity | Prime Florida Markets Available
Start Up

Startup Franchise Opportunity – Open Container Wine Bar (Florida Markets) Step into ownership of Open Container Wine Bar, a modern, lifestyle-driven wine bar franchise designed for today’s...

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$85,000

$85,000

Residential & Commercial Cleaning Business Opportunity
Start Up

RESIDENTIAL & COMMERCIAL CLEANING BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY Protected by $100K Revenue Guarantee - or we buy it back. Turnkey cleaning business opportunity designed for quick launch and scalable growth in...

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$12,500

$12,500

Creative 501c3 Private Patrol Operator
Start Up

Dominology Security Group (DSG) is a California-based security and community service organization operating under a nonprofit structure with a focus on public safety, workforce development, and event...

$125,000

$125,000

Online Direct to Consumer High End Pet and Gift Products Opportunity
Start Up

ONLINE DIRECT TO CONSUMER HIGH END PET AND GIFT PRODUCTS OPPORTUNITY This opportunity presents a premium pet and gift products venture positioned to compete in the luxury pet market segment....

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Stan Cortland

CURB

Serving Contra Costa County, CA

Company offers end-to-end M&A advisory, serving as your long-term strategic partner rather than a transactional broker.

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Aquatic contractor specializing in maintenance

Anaheim, CA

Established for over 30 years, this Southern California-based contractor specializes in the maintenance and repair of commercial water features, fountains, and aquatic systems for property management...

$3,700,000

$3,700,000

Cash Flow: $449,575

Marble/Stone Supply - OPPORTUNITY BUY - Southern CA

California

With over 50 years of experience, the company specializes in the fabrication and installation of countertops and vertical surfaces for both commercial and residential applications. Renowned for its...

$1,250,000

$1,250,000

PRICE REDUCED!! Full Service Flower and Gift Shop

$165,000 - Riverside County, CA

$165,000

Riverside County, CA

Fred Kardous

America's Business Broker

Elevated North OC Cantina & Bar with Recent Rebrand and Build-Out

Orange County, CA

Elevated North OC Cantina & Bar with Recent Rebrand and Build-Out | ABC Type 47 | $375K RRC#5388 Offered at $375,000 Location: Orange County Annual Revenue: $1,615,990 Annual Cash Flow: Contact for...

$375,000

$375,000

Central Coast Chinese Restaurant

Los Osos, CA

Hong Kong Chinese Restaurant presents an established dining establishment opportunity in Los Osos, strategically positioned to serve the Central Coast market. This well-established operation has...

$129,000

$129,000

WSI - Digital Marketing
Franchise

Available in California

WSI is a digital marketing company with a strong international presence. Our Digital Marketing Consultants use their knowledge and expertise to make a difference for businesses all around the world.

$80,000

$80,000

Indian Restaurant

Palm Springs, CA

Well-established and beautifully presented Indian restaurant offering authentic, home-style cooking with a specialty in delicious Punjabi cuisine. Guests enjoy flavorful, carefully prepared dishes...

$199,000

$199,000

Sandwich Franchise Established in 1986

Clovis, CA

Established franchise in a large regional shopping mall. In this location since 2008. Leased restaurant space is approximately 1,254 sf. Seating capacity is 50 people. Franchise was established in...

$85,000

$85,000

" SF CA " Chill Korean Snack & Bubble Tea Concept

San Francisco, CA

Cozy Korean Hot Dog & Bubble Tea Opportunity Chill, cozy food and beverage concept offering Korean-style hot dogs, bubble tea, fried snacks, and specialty drinks. The 800 SF space is a great fit for...

$130,000

$130,000

Established Substance Use & Behavioral Health Treatment Organization

Los Angeles County, CA

Established Substance Use & Behavioral Health Treatment Organization This well-established behavioral health treatment organization presents an exceptional acquisition opportunity in the growing...

$1,400,000

$1,400,000

Long-Standing Clothing Alterations & Tailoring Business

Orange County, CA

Opportunity to acquire a long-established clothing alterations and tailoring business serving an established Southern California community from a neighborhood retail center. The business provides...

$119,268

$119,268

Cash Flow: $54,310

Popular Dessert Business in Sacramento County

Sacramento County, CA

Opportunity to acquire an established franchise location serving Sacramento County market. The business operates within the nationally recognized franchise system and sells desserts through multiple...

$99,000

$99,000

Cash Flow: $15,915

Fresno CA CPA Practice for Sale

Fresno County, CA

This well-established practice generates a balanced mix of recurring bookkeeping & tax services, providing stable cash flow and long-standing client relationships. Great opportunity for a firm looking...

$700,000

$700,000

Cash Flow: $356,000

Turn- Key Restaurant in the best part of Downtown

Contra Costa County, CA

Location, Location & Location. This restaurant is located in the best part of busy foot traffics area. I middle of downtown. About 1300 sqf. Beautiful private patio w capacity of 40 seats. Full...

$89,000

$89,000

Beach City Flower Shop, Huntington Beach, 1200 sq ft. EZ to run.

Huntington Beach, CA

This established flower shop presents a compelling retail opportunity in the desirable Huntington Beach market. Operating from a well-positioned 1,200 square foot retail space, the business benefits...

$58,000

$58,000

Kiddie Academy
Franchise

Available Nationwide

Kiddie Academy® Domestic Franchising is based in Maryland and supports 375+ Academies and counting in 39 states and the District of Columbia.

$250,000

$250,000

Avg. Unit Revenue: $2,193,815

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.