Lancaster, CA
$349,000
Businesses For Sale in California
Local Info
State of the Art Express Car Wash Business only
Budget Blinds Franchise
Riverside, CA
$250,000
Well established propular Liquor store
San Francisco, CA
$600,000
Sushi restaurant - Huntington Beach *Potential*
Huntington Beach, CA
$180,000
8 FedEx Linehaul Runs for Sale
Rialto, CA
$1,600,000
Construction & Maintenance Business For Sale San Diego County
San Diego, CA
$259,000
Absentee Beer & Wine Market: Long Beach, California
Long Beach, CA
$224,999
Highly Rated Party Rental Company (Listed for a 2026 sale)
Modesto, CA
$175,000
Convenience Store
San Bernardino, CA
$310,000
Profitable Car Dealership For Sale
Murrieta, CA
$300,000
Rare Adult Boutique, with no competitors for sale
Corona, CA
$80,000
Absentee Operated Indoor Playground for Sale - Rare Opportunity
Alameda County, CA
$850,000
Established French Pastries & Coffee Shop For Sale
Long Beach, CA
$125,000
Well Established Hair Salon FOR SALE in the Heart of West Hills!
$55,000
Los Angeles, CA
Hospice Agency for Sale – Accredited, Licensed, and Medicare Certified
San Diego County, CA
$475,000
General mechanic shop.
Covina, CA
$248,000
Rob Rigolfi
California Business Realty
Serving Contra Costa County, CA
California Business Realty offers a comprehensive range of services to assist business owners in successfully selling their businesses. Our team of experienced professionals helps navigate the complex process of selling a business by providing valuable expertise and confidential guidance every step of the way. California Business Realty assists buyers in identifying and purchasing their ideal businesses or franchises through a comprehensive process. Most business sales and purchases involve leased premises. Aligning the lease terms with the future plans of a business are critical to its value. Those that include the associated real estate as part of the sale require specific skills and attention. At California Business Realty, we not only negotiate leases but also facilitate the sale and purchase of buildings, land, and use easements associated with the business being sold or purchased.
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Flooring Retail & Installation Business – 23+ Years
Palmdale, CA
$350,000
Remodeling Goldmine: Kitchen Tune-Up Franchise Now Available
Fresno, CA
$260,000
Established, Multi-State Rental Arbitrage Business
San Francisco County, CA
$500,000
Beautiful and Profitable Hair Salon with High Potential Growth!
San Jose, CA
$400,000
Established deli business (looks like new)
Alameda County, CA
$300,000
Wood Carving Business
Big Bear Lake, CA
$150,000
AAAHC Accredited Ambulatory Surgery Center
Encino, CA
$199,000
Long estab.outstanding location and atmosphere-41 lic. lots of parking
San Diego County, CA
$189,999
Established Nationwide Telehealth Clinic – Fully Remote, Cash-Pay Mode
$75,000
Beverly Hills, CA
Established Flower Shop Specializing in Local Flowers
Los Angeles, CA
$750,000
Turnkey 2-Unit Cheesesteak Restaurant – $1.6M Sales – SBA 20% Down
Sacramento, CA
$300,000
Turn Key restaurant for Sale
Sunnyvale, CA
$330,000
Korean BBQ in Koreatown AYCE
Los Angeles, CA
$299,000
Pizza Store for Sale
Fort Bragg, CA
$450,000
Pho Restaurant
Huntington Beach, CA
$195,000
Successful and highly rated restaurant opportunity in prime Torrance
Torrance, CA
$300,000
Established Home Staging Business for Sale
Pacheco, CA
$99,000
Very Profitable Restaurant in Mission Viejo
Mission Viejo, CA
$800,000
A Full-Service Commercial Towing Company
Los Angeles County, CA
$1,950,000
“Established Salon for Sale – Prime Location & Loyal Clientele
$250,000
Sunnyvale, CA
Concrete & Asphalt Business for Sale
Stanton, CA
$1,900,000
Nails Studio
Jurupa Valley, CA
$30,000
Flower Shop in Stevenson Ranch
Stevenson Ranch, CA
$155,000
Well Known Franchised Infant & Preschool For Sale
Sacramento, CA
$725,000
After School, Franchise , Fremont, California
Fremont, CA
$680,000
Established Mobile Auto Detailing Comapny
La Mesa, CA
$60,000
HoAloha Hawaiian BBQ
Chino, CA
$250,000
Turnkey Liquor Store in Prime Location – Profitable & Established
San Francisco, CA
$300,000
Gus Otaki
Petroleum Realty
Serving San Bernardino County, CA
Petroleum Realty – Over 35 Years of Specialized Excellence Gus Otaki At Petroleum Realty, our name says it all. For over 35 years, we have specialized exclusively in gas station sales, financing, remodeling, and construction. With a deep understanding of the industry, we’ve matched countless buyers and sellers based on their needs, goals, and capabilities—building a foundation of trust, integrity, and lifelong relationships. Our team’s commitment to performance and excellence has resulted in over $500 million in gas station sales, along with successful transactions in multifamily, land, and retail properties. We also specialize in investment sales and tenant representation, offering comprehensive real estate services across Los Angeles County, Orange County, San Diego County, and the Inland Empire. Fluent in English, Arabic, and some German, we ensure smooth communication and personalized service. During escrow, we assist with all documentation, ensuring compliance with state and local regulations, and oil company requirements. Our clients are treated with the utmost respect, honesty, confidentiality, and integrity—values that have earned us a reputation built largely on referrals and repeat business.
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Specialty Car Kit Company For Sale – Low Competition, Strong Margins
San Diego County, CA
$139,000
Japanese restaurant
La Habra, CA
$98,500
Historic Riverfront Gem in Mountain Town, Restaurant Now for Sale
$3,500,000
Truckee, CA
"SF Outer Sunset" Restaurant Business in a Commercialized Area!
San Francisco, CA
$159,000
"SF Outer Sunset" Restaurant for Sale in a Prime Location!
San Francisco, CA
$159,000
Profitable Print Shop Business
Glendale, CA
$265,000
Pizza Italian restaurant.
Studio City, CA
$165,000
Successful Urology Medical Practice
California
Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $1,167,000
2 Location Coffee Brand with Kitchens
Beverly Hills, CA
$385,000
Long-Established Mail and Shipping Business in Prime Location
San Mateo County, CA
$400,000
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.
