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Robots are here to Stay! Robotics Franchise w/ Massive National Accts!
Start Up

B2B Robotics Raking in National Account Contracts! Robotics & AI Franchise Opportunity: The Future of Automation is Here! As Featured On: CNBC, Forbes TV, Fox Business, and more! **Validation Alert!...

$60,000

$60,000

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Established Plumbing & Home Services Company Expanding Nationwide
Start Up

Established Plumbing, HVAC and Home Services Company. Recognized brand expanding nationwide outside of southwest. 20+ years experience, lucrative and disruptive service with executive business model....

$17,500

3

$17,500

AI Powered Real Estate Investment Business
Start Up

Start an AI Powered Real Estate Investment Business — Without Risking Your Own Cash or Credit We provide you a Written Performance Guarantee that is activated if your share of the proceeds from your...

$24,750

2

$24,750

Loan Service Businesses FOR SALE ("TURN-KEY")
Start Up

Are you looking to step into the financial services industry with a ready-made business? Are you looking to start generating 100K every month? The Potential is HERE Your search ends here! Discover a...

$5,000

2

$5,000

Own a Global Brand – Leguano® Franchise, 250+ Stores in 21 Countries
Start Up

Leguano® is a German company with manufacturing based in Germany, recognized as the country’s leading barefoot footwear brand with more than 250 branded stores worldwide. The company combines...

$30,000

10

$30,000

Red-E-Bins Has Opportunities in Your Area
Start Up

Red-E-Bins is a new concept to the North American market of personal and commercial disposal. Our trailer and bins are unique in the way they load and unload as well as dump. We use our industry...

$99,900

6

$99,900

Turn-Key Roofing Business with Established Brand
Start Up

AI Powered Customer Acquisition + Over A Century of Experience in Home Improvement Roof Right Now is a proven system of success in the roofing industry. The Roof Right Now system is about 1 Roof done...

$50,000

4

$50,000

Civil Enforcement Business
Start Up

There is a major problem: over 80% of judgment debts remain unsatisfied, amounting to trillions of dollars! That’s where you come in. With the power of the court, you can execute various types of...

$300,000

$300,000

Pool Business Opportunity – Premium Product, Scalable Local Market
Start Up

A Smarter Way to Own a Pool Installation Business Own a high-margin pool installation business in a fast-growing market, with $20K projected profit per project, protected territory, and a streamlined,...

$100,000

6

$100,000

Turnkey San Jose Squeegee Squad Franchise Territory – Truck Included
Start Up

All Setup Complete – Vehicle, Equipment, Territory & Operational Infrastructure This is an opportunity to acquire the remaining San Jose Squeegee Squad franchise territory following the completed sale...

$30,000

7

$30,000

New Renovation, Sushi Restaurant with Growing Business For Sale
Start Up

Animation-Themed Sushi Restaurant Startup Opportunity in Poway, CA This unique startup opportunity presents a turnkey sushi restaurant concept featuring an innovative animation theme in one of San...

$250,000

14

$250,000

Robots are here to Stay! The Only Robotics & Franchise on the Market!
Start Up

B2B Robotics Raking in National Account Contracts! Robotics & AI Franchise Opportunity: The Future of Automation is Here! As Featured On: CNBC, Forbes TV, Fox Business, and more! **Validation Alert!...

$60,000

$60,000

Indoor Play Cafe Concept with Multi-Unit Growth Potential

$4,200,000 - Orange County, CA

$4,200,000

Orange County, CA

Exclusive Northern California Territory – Nick the Greek Franchise
Start Up

Price: $35,000.00 Location: Northern California (Peninsula / Silicon Valley / Bay Area) Industry: Fast Casual Restaurant / Franchise Development Description Rare opportunity to secure exclusive...

$35,000

3

$35,000

Truck Driving School - Driving Academy - $500K in Sales Guaranteed
Start Up

Call for details Welcome to our Truck Driving School franchise, called Driving Academy a profitable and growing market that offers a unique opportunity for entrepreneurs to tap into a high-demand...

$50,000

7

$50,000

Puneet Sonia

PS Dream Team

Serving San Francisco County, CA

S.J. Fowler Real Estate, Inc. is a leading full-service brokerage based in Arizona, specializing in Commercial, Residential and Business Real Estate throughout Arizona . Founded in 1993 by Steven J. Fowler and affiliated with Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate, the firm combines decades of local experience with national resources to deliver exceptional results for investors, business owners, and developers. S.J. Fowler’s commercial division focuses on office, retail, industrial, land, and multi-family assets, offering comprehensive acquisition, disposition, leasing, and tenant or landlord representation. In addition, the company provides expert business brokerage services—guiding clients through the purchase, sale, and valuation of businesses with professionalism and discretion. Built on a foundation of integrity, hard work, and market insight, S.J. Fowler Real Estate is committed to helping clients achieve their commercial and business investment goals with confidence and success.

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Essential Business - Average location $1.49MM Gross w/$423k Return
Start Up

*Essential Business - Average location in 2023 did $1.49MM Gross w/$423k Return *Corporate location in 2023 did over $13.9MM in total gross sales w/estimated earnings of over $2.1MM The need for our...

$49,500

2

$49,500

Fresh Monkee, Master Area Developer plus location included
Start Up

Fresh Monkee - Premium Health Food & Nutrition Franchise Opportunity Established health-focused smoothie and protein shake franchise serving the growing Carlsbad, CA market with premium made-to-order...

$299,999

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$299,999

Fast Growing Locksmith Franchise
Start Up

Available Nationwide We make car keys, (LOTS of car keys) and we are expanding to new markets. We are currently accepting franchisees in all markets. We are a full service locksmith company, our...

$34,000

6

$34,000

Judgment Buisness
Start Up

Why own a Judgment Investigation Business? -Recession Proof Business Model -High Profit Margins & Unlimited Income Potential -Huge Market Size with Little Competition -Work-From-Home Operation -100%...

$200,000

2

$200,000

Side Hustle or Full Time Cost Reduction Business W Massive Net Rev!
Start Up

Only $73k to get in and Averaging $355k Net Income (per 2024 fdd) with some franchise owners earning high 6 and 7 digit incomes! Yes this will be validated! **Validation Alert**Recent Franchise Owner...

$73,000

$73,000

Cronus Capital Management LLC
Start Up

Cronus Capital Management LLC is a specialized holding company and fintech infrastructure provider. The sale includes a suite of proprietary systems designed to integrate financial management with...

$45,000

$45,000

NEW Patent Baby Bottle Easy to Hold - Easy Clean -
Start Up

Full Listing Description Nessa Bottles™ — Patented Baby Bottle Brand | Turnkey Launch-Ready Business Nessa Bottles is a first-of-its-kind baby product brand built around a patented dumbbell-shaped...

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Subscribe & Save Wholesale Amazon Store | $649K Revenue & $109K Profit

$132,500 - Irvine, CA

$132,500

Irvine, CA

Real Estate Prep Business - Top Affiliate $2.5MM Gross w/$453k Return
Start Up

Small changes make a big difference. $7,500 franchisee average ticket. Homeowner can increase asking price of home three times what they invest in home prep, so $7,500 in prep can potentially increase...

$59,500

$59,500

Legal Collections
Start Up

Learn every single legal collection technique! You will learn how to garnish wages, freeze bank accounts, repossess cars, place liens on real estate, seize safety deposit boxes, and more! We provide...

$250,000

$250,000

Turn Key Packing & Shipping Stores, available starting at $75,000
Start Up

Start your own profitable shipping and logistics business—affordably. At Qwik Pack & Ship, our mission is simple: empower entrepreneurs to own a proven, in-demand business without franchise fees or...

$37,500

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$37,500

Property Management Business Opportunity
Start Up

Own Your Own Property Management Business Property management is a service business. Experience incredible growth and thrive in a fragmented industry and bring it all together. Residential,...

$59,900

4

$59,900

Body Contouring & Wellness Clinic
Start Up

It's time to invest in yourself! Discover the freedom that comes with being your own boss by opening a body contouring and wellness clinic. We'll provide you with: 1. State-of-the-art equipment with...

$42,000

6

$42,000

Asset Investigation Business
Start Up

Why Start an Asset Investigation Business? Work from home Low overhead Large market size Little competition High profit margins Recession-proof Unlimited income potential We provide you with a "Turn...

$200,000

$200,000

The Learning Experience Franchise
Start Up

The Learning Experience is the #1 leader in the daycare and early education industry—with over 430+ centers open and another 250+ under development. This is your opportunity to be part of an amazing...

$150,000

29

$150,000

Richard's Painting, Your Neighborhood Painter
Start Up

If you are looking for a low cost - high return business, then look no further than Richard's Painting. With our employee model we outperform most other painting franchises in ROI department. We are...

$39,950

8

$39,950

Own one of the only franchised consumer loan companies in the US
Start Up

Recently featured in January 2026 issue of Franchising Magazine USA, KeyStone Financial offers a rare opportunity to break into the multi-million dollar personal loan lending market. If you are...

$50,000

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$50,000

Vapes Get Banned,We Get Sales|86% Share|83% Margins|eCommerce

$3,100,000 - Irvine, CA

$3,100,000

Irvine, CA

Rest Recovery Wellness (Ice Bath / Cold Plunge and Sauna Company)
Start Up

Pioneering Health and Wellness License Opportunity We are the true one stop shop for wellness. We offer more tools and modalities then anyone in or around the market - COMPRESSION - PEMF - INFRARED...

$35,000

6

$35,000

Senior PCA,Home Health & Hospice Care Franchise/$0 Fee Veteran Program
Start Up

Are you interested in a healthcare career? And if you are a veteran, transitioning military member, or spouse, we want to help you join our military-connected $0 Fee Veteran Program with no upfront...

$30,000

3

$30,000

Exclusive Garage Living Territory Available – Join a Growing Brand
Start Up

Why Just Coat Floors When You Can Transform Entire Garages? Garage Living is a premium garage remodeling franchise serving homeowners who want their garages to make a statement. We go far beyond floor...

$60,000

6

$60,000

Earn Rental Income Without Owning Real Estate
Start Up

Own your own Airbnb Short-Term Rental Property Management Business We are a Channel Partner of Airbnb, Vrbo, Expedia, Booking .com and numerous other online Marketplace Companies Earn Rental Income...

$70,000

$70,000

Senior PCA,Home Health & Hospice Care Franchise/$0 Fee Veteran Program
Start Up

Are you interested in a healthcare career? And if you are a veteran, transitioning military member, or spouse, we want to help you join our military-connected $0 Fee Veteran Program with no upfront...

$30,000

3

$30,000

Laundromat. Passive Income - Arcade, Vending & Laundry Revenue.
Start Up

First Affiliate-Owned Unit - 2023 total revenue was $868,659 with $235,276 EBITDA (27%). Our laundromat business model will disrupt the growing but archaic laundromat industry by providing customers...

$575,000

$575,000

Operating Franchise Available In Chicago
Start Up

OPERATING FRANCHISE OPPORTUNITY - BODY ENERGY CLUB SMOOTHIE BAR Prime Fulton Market Location Inside Equinox Gym Established wellness franchise concept serving West Coast-inspired smoothies, açaí...

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Dave Richards

KeyStone Business Advisors

Serving Ventura County, CA

Keystone Business Advisors is Southern California-based full-service M&A advisory firm. Keystone specializes in managing the sale of privately-owned California-based businesses with annual revenues up to $100 million. The firm has completed over 200 + transactions and has considerable experience in most industries including manufacturing, wholesale/distribution, service, ecommerce, software, IT, logistics, professional services and healthcare. All Keystone M&A Advisors are experts managing the sale process and excel in keeping things moving forward in an orderly manner to ensure that sensitive information is protected, uncertainty is avoided, and the best price is achieved.

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Commercial Kitchen Gasket Service
Start Up

Own a Proven Niche Business with an Established Customer Base Are you ready to be your own boss and build a business you can truly call your own? Whether you have experience in restaurants,...

$200,000

3

$200,000

Rare Opportunity: Prime Territory with the Nation’s Largest Franchise
Start Up

The Opportunity: Own a piece of a national powerhouse. We are offering a high-potential territory within the Squeegee Squad network one of the nation’s largest and most respected brands in commercial...

$90,000

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$90,000

Unique & Scalable Wellness & Lifestyle Consumer Brand: Turn key ready

$120,000 - Bonita, CA

$120,000

Bonita, CA

Premium Power Plate Studio Package & Consulting
Start Up

Commercial boutique fitness package anchored by 10 Power Plate Pro5 systems — available at a fraction of replacement cost. This professionally curated setup was built for high-end small-group training...

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Body Slimming & Facial Rejuvenation Spa
Start Up

Well Proven Innovative Business Solution: That 1 Employee Can Operate and Includes Everything •> State of The Art: 4 - Treatment Technology Equipment: Produces Extraordinary Results •> 1 Full Year...

$51,805

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$51,805

Established HVAC Company with Strong Referral Base

SBA LOAN ELIGIBLE

Santa Barbara County, CA

-SBA Pre Qualified Established HVAC installation company serving the Santa Barbara / Ventura area with over 30 years of operating history. The company specializes in HVAC equipment installation for...

$485,000

$485,000

Cash Flow: $210,893

SBA LOAN ELIGIBLE

High-Margin SaaS | $138K ARR | 95% Margins | Fully Automated

Palo Alto, CA

This is a highly profitable, subscription-based SaaS business serving the global creator (TikTok) economy, with over $305K in lifetime revenue and a current run rate of approximately $138K ARR for...

$199,000

$199,000

Cash Flow: $95,000

Halal Grocery Store + Meat Market + Restaurant - San Joaquin County

San Joaquin County, CA

Well-established three-in-one halal business featuring a Pakistani, Indian & Fijian grocery store, full halal meat department, and halal restaurant.This successful business has been operating for 19...

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$350,000

$350,000

Jewelry Business with Diversified Revenue and Growth Potential

Los Angeles, CA

This is a founder-led jewelry business with an established brand identity, loyal customer base, and diversified revenue across direct-to-consumer, wholesale, and inventory monetization channels. The...

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$1,500,000

$1,500,000

Cash Flow: $696,038

Concierge Practice in Affluent Coastal Community

Rolling Hills Estates, CA

This is a rare opportunity to acquire a long-established concierge primary care medical practice in a highly desirable coastal Southern California community. The practice, Macer Medical, has been...

$995,000

$995,000

Established Coffee Shop – Sale Pending

Modesto, CA

Proven Revenue. Good Location. Approx. 600 sq ft. with Affordable Rent. Ideal Opportunity for Owner-operator....

$175,000

$175,000

Cheers – Iconic Vacaville Bar & Nightclub for Sale (36 Years Strong!)

Vacaville, CA

After 36 successful years, Cheers A Pub—a beloved and established bar and nightclub—is now available for sale. This turn-key business is one of Solano County’s longest-running nightlife destinations,...

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$650,000

$650,000

Well established neighborhood frozen yogurt shop

Clovis, CA

ESTABLISHED FROZEN YOGURT SHOP - CLOVIS, CA Well-established neighborhood frozen yogurt shop serving the Clovis community since 2015. This turnkey operation generates $225,000 in annual revenue while...

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$59,995

$59,995

Turnkey Coastal San Diego Restaurant | $1M Revenue | Beer & Wine

San Diego, CA

This is a rare opportunity to acquire a well-established, turnkey restaurant for sale in a highly desirable coastal community of San Diego. Generating approximately $1M in annual revenue over the past...

$175,000

$175,000

Cash Flow: $64,277

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.