Lancaster, CA
Businesses For Sale in California
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Sweet Bunnies Frozen Yogurt Shop - Prime Lancaster Location
Pharmacy For Sale
Roseville, CA
Great opportunity
Victorville, CA
Nail Store
Alameda County, CA
Profitable Coffee Shop in High-Traffic Location
San Dimas, CA
"High-Visibility Redwood City" Turnkey Specialty Beverage Franchise Op
Redwood City, CA
Established Indian Restaurant for Sale - San Ramon
San Ramon, CA
Established 29-Year Southern California Security Company | $760K SDE |
Los Angeles, CA
Profitable Home Health Care Agency- 20 years under same Owner
Los Angeles, CA
Licensed Plumbing & Whole-Home Repiping
SBA LOAN ELIGIBLE
El Segundo, CA
Super high volume Chinese Dim Sum restaurant for sale in Sacramento
Sacramento, CA
Absentee run Japanese restaurant for sale in South Lake Tahoe
South Lake Tahoe, CA
Professional Make-up Education & Cosmetics Company
California
Turnkey Home-Based Business with AI Systems–Built for Rapid Expansion
$14,995
California
Towing, Roadside Service, and Vehicle Storage Company
California
Urgent Care and Preventive Care Services Company
California
Todd Warner CVA, CM&AA, CMAP
Agribusiness Brokers
Serving Fresno County, CA
WarnerWest Advisors represents business owners who are ready to sell — providing the valuation work, the buyer relationships, and the transaction experience to get them to closing with what their companies are actually worth. We work across manufacturing, distribution, agribusiness, healthcare, and professional services, with a primary focus on Central and Northern California. What sets us apart isn't a process or a pitch — it's experience. Our principals have founded, grown, and sold businesses themselves. We've sat at the seller's side of the table. That changes how we think about what owners need, and it changes how buyers respond when we're in the room. We're headquartered in Fresno and have spent years building relationships with the buyers, owners, and advisors who define the Central Valley economy. When we say we know this market, we mean the specific dynamics of San Joaquin Valley manufacturing, agribusiness, and distribution — not a generic California approximation. Combined with a national network of private equity groups and strategic acquirers, that local depth consistently produces competitive offers for our clients. Our team has founded, grown, and sold businesses — not just advised on them. We know what it means to walk away from something you spent decades building. That experience shapes how we represent sellers, how we frame the business to buyers, and how we fight for every point of value in negotiations. It's a different kind of credibility. Anyone can sign an engagement letter. Our reputation has been built by what our clients actually walk away with — not what was promised in a pitch deck. We're selective about the engagements we take because we're only interested in transactions we can execute well. Our clients' results are the only marketing that matters to us.
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Turn-key Restaurant on Las Tunas Dr, Close to Alhambra and San Marino
San Gabriel, CA
Palmdale Pool Service Route for Sale
Los Angeles County, CA
Chiropractic, Nutrition, Functional Medicine
Santa Clara, CA
3 Location Specialty Cafe Chain For Sale - Great Rent
Los Angeles, CA
Best corner location restaurant in the heart of Downtown Willow Glen
San Jose, CA
Well-established neighborhood deli with approximately $425,000
San Mateo County, CA
Well-established dry cleaners with a steady stream of customers
San Diego, CA
Smoke and Vape Shop
Cathedral City, CA
Established Caramel Business- with Large Growth Potential
$449,000
California
Mobile Smoothie, Fruit Shake & Specialty Fruit Beverage Business
Perris, CA
Profitable Event-Focused Food Truck
Perris, CA
Food Truck with Access to High-Traffic South Fair Events
Perris, CA
Mobile Ice Cream Cart & Event Business – SoCal
San Bernardino, CA
Seller Financing | High-Traffic SFV Convenience Store & Smoke Shop
Canoga Park, CA
Top Rated Physical Therapy/Sports Med Practice. Strategic Buyers Only
California
Auto Repair & Smog Check with Property Included
San Bernardino County, CA
Established Mexican Restaurant with Full Liquor License
Temecula, CA
Turn-key Fiji indian grocery store. $80,000 asking price No carry
Union City, CA
Liquor store -Great location in Culver City, absentee-run & profitable
Culver City, CA
Established Cannabis Cultivation Facility | $2M EBITDA | Full License
$10,500,000
California
Rare Opportunity: Fully Immersive Themed Coffee Shop - 2 Locations.
Riverside, CA
20+ Yr Hospitality Brokerage & Consulting - Ideal for Licensed Broker
Palm Desert, CA
Preschool Business For Sale Fremont , CA (Mission)
Fremont, CA
QSR Franchise-3 locations in Orange County, buy one or all three
Orange County, CA
Absentee Run High Speed Internet Provider to Small Community
California
Pizza store and kids Play Court!
Los Angeles, CA
Breakfast and Lunch Cafe
Stanislaus County, CA
Growth potential pilates yoga studio!
Diamond Bar, CA
Ryan Roques
First Choice Business Brokers - Corona/Ontario Office
Serving Riverside County, CA
Established in 1994 and boasting a remarkable track record of facilitating transactions totaling over $12 billion, First Choice Business Brokers stands as a prominent force in the realm of business sales organizations within the United States. Our extensive network of seasoned Business Brokers spans across the nation, affording both Buyers and Sellers unparalleled support and expertise in their endeavors to buy or sell a business. As a proud member of one of the preeminent business broker organizations in the country, we bring to the table specialized knowledge and an arsenal of resources that are integral to ensuring the success of your transaction. Our core competencies encompass a wide spectrum of services, including comprehensive business valuations, skillful negotiation with prospective buyers, proficient buyer financing solutions, the creation of impactful marketing materials, and adept navigation through the intricacies of the Small Business Administration (SBA) loan process.
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Premier Indoor Dog Training Franchise with an Outstanding Reputation!
San Diego, CA
Profitable Appliance Parts Retail & Wholesale Business – Inland Empire
Riverside County, CA
FINAL SALE PROCESS – Established New Car Dealership – $1.8M
$1,800,000
Long Beach, CA
Wood Carving Business -UNDER CONTRACT
Big Bear Lake, CA
Well-Established Martial Arts Academy for Sale in Orange County
Orange County, CA
12 FedEx Ground Routes - Arcadia, CA - Seller & Vehicle Financing
Arcadia, CA
Established Children's Boutique-Now Available
Orange, CA
Retail Grocery Store/Supermarket with Meat Dept & Type 20 ABC License
Hanford, CA
Profitable Dog Boarding Business For Sale | Inquire for Real Estate
Santa Clara County, CA
Davis EA Firm for Sale
Davis, 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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