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Businesses For Sale in California
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Thriving Indian Restaurant, Indian Grocery Store and Catering Business
Quick Sale! Insurance Book of Business 30+ years of clients
Pleasant Hill, CA
Established Drive-Thru Coffee Concept in Downtown Location
Bakersfield, CA
Business 25 years
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Santa Clarita, CA
Farmers agency
Loma Linda, CA
Established Towing Business
Los Angeles, CA
Established Kids Play Center Opportunity in Van Nuys – NEST PLAY LA
Van Nuys, CA
Established Mediterranean Restaurant in Granite Bay
Rocklin, CA
High-Potential Opportunity: 2 Established Medical Spas
Glendale, CA
FOR SALE: Mechanic Shop- Citrus Heights
Citrus Heights, CA
For Sale: Liquor Store - Eureka W/ Property
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Eureka, CA
For Sale: Liquor Store - Eureka W/out Property
Eureka, CA
For Sale: Middle Eastern Grocery Store - With Restaurant And Bakery -
Elk Grove, CA
Premier International Market - Turnkey Business with Growth Potencial
$1,200,000
Los Angeles, CA
For Sale: Subway Sandwich Franchise - Located In Busy Plaza - Jackson,
Jackson, CA
Prime Gas Station & Convenience Store with Liquor License
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Marysville, CA
Kacy Carlsen
Kacy Carlsen - The Business Matchmaker
Serving Riverside County, CA
Kacy Carlsen is The Business Matchmaker, helping connect business owners ready for their next chapter with qualified buyers looking for the right opportunity. Whether you're selling a successful business or searching for one to own, Kacy provides personalized guidance through every stage of the process. From confidential business valuations and strategic marketing to buyer qualification, negotiations, and closing coordination, her focus is on creating the right match for both parties. As a lifelong entrepreneur, business owner, and marketer, Kacy understands that selling a business is more than a financial transaction—it's often one of life's biggest decisions. Every business has a story, and every buyer has a vision. Her role is to bring the two together with professionalism, confidentiality, and a commitment to achieving the best possible outcome. Serving business buyers and sellers throughout Southern California, Kacy also assists clients with commercial real estate opportunities related to business acquisitions, investments, and owner-user properties. It all starts with a confidential conversation.
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Brentwood Japanese Restaurant
Los Angeles, CA
Turnkey Spa Business with Established Clientele
Sonoma County, CA
Established Bike Shop with Strong Growth Potential
Sonoma County, CA
Absentee Poke Restaurant – $210K Net – Major Price Cut $495,000
Riverside County, CA
Well-Established Performance Management SaaS
California
Profitable & Turnkey Fast-Casual Restaurant – Strong Growth & Expansio
Berkeley, CA
Walnut Creek CPA Firm for Sale
Walnut Creek, CA
Legal Document Assistant Office - $126,004 Cash Flow, Record Year
Sacramento County, CA
250-Terminal Multi-State ATM Portfolio | $820K Annual Cash Flow
$2,870,000
San Francisco, CA
Restaurant on Wilshire Boulevard with full liquor license available
Santa Monica, CA
Established Profitable Fine Indian Take-Out & Delivery Restaurant
Los Angeles, CA
Turnkey Flower + Plant Shop - Brand, Assets, Fixtures, Lease
Los Angeles, CA
Turnkey Restaurant in great location
Crescent City, CA
Profitable coffee roasting business for sale
San Diego, CA
Barbershop for sale
Pacifica, CA
100% Employee Operated Franchise Business Opportunity
Los Angeles, CA
Steal of the year: 2,400 SF OC Restaurant for $80K | $4,130/Mo Re
Orange County, CA
Established 30+ Year Mediterranean Restaurant – Sacramento
Sacramento County, CA
Liquor store For Sale in Westminster
Westminster, CA
2 CRUMBL Franchise Locations for sale in LA County!
$599,999
Los Angeles County, CA
Well Established Dry Cleaning Plant & Agency.
Escondido, CA
Arco Am Pm with Real Property Contract expires in 2031
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Lawndale, CA
Very High Profit Margins
Orange, CA
Strong Franchise Opportunity in Livermore - Or Bring Your Own Concept!
Alameda County, CA
Profitable Independent Distribution Route Business
Long Beach, CA
Profitable Mail & Business Services Center – Growth Potential
Contra Costa County, CA
Emobility outlet location -$100K of inventory incl
Los Angeles County, CA
Established Restaurant | Business Only or With Commercial Real Estate
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Merced County, CA
David Lee
J1 Commercial
Serving Orange County, CA
restaurant, office, Irvine, sushi, retail, Los Angeles, Down town, Japanese, Ramen, Orange county,
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Turn-key, Profitable Nail and Beauty Salon for Sale in Beverly Hills
Los Angeles, CA
excellent opportunity in Westlake area-demographics are outstanding
Westlake Village, CA
Established Mediterranean Restaurant — Oakland, Type 47 License
$295,000
Oakland, CA
Orange Pool Service Route for Sale
Orange County, CA
BPPE Approved Vocational School for Sale – California
Santa Clara, CA
Estate Planning Office in Norco California
Norco, CA
European Wax Center Franchise For Sale in Long Beach
Long Beach, CA
Young Dimsum (Adelanto)
Adelanto, CA
10 FedEx Ground Routes - San Leandro, CA - Seller Financing
San Leandro, CA
13 FedEx Ground Routes - Sacramento, CA - Seller & Vehicle Financing
Sacramento, CA
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.
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