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Trash Can Cleaning Service with Like new Isuzu Truck

Newport Beach, CA

Premier Can Services is a premier mobile trash can cleaning and pressure washing company serving Orange County with a loyal residential and commercial customer base. The company specializes in...

$150,000

$150,000

Cash Flow: $75,000

Profitable & Established Take in Bake Pizza in Fresno County

Fresno County, CA

Great Start UP Take in Bake Pizza Restaurant in Fresno County Annual Net Revenue is $338,000 Monthly rent is $2,200 a month In a busy shopping center Location has potential for a owner operator...

$275,000

$275,000

Cash Flow: $97,000

Pump Installation, Sales & Service

Ventura, CA

Established Pump Installation, Sales & Service Company A premier company specializing in Irrigation, Water System, installation, and repair of pump systems. The company is in Ventura County,...

$800,000

$800,000

Cash Flow: $258,000

Turnkey 15-Year Established Spa & Massage

North Hollywood, CA

An exceptional business opportunity to acquire a highly successful, fully-equipped spa and massage therapy business in the heart of North Hollywood (CA 91601). Established for over 15 years, this...

$68,000

$68,000

Prime Rowland Heights Turnkey Restaurant Opportunity

Rowland Heights, CA

An exceptional turn-key restaurant business opportunity is now available in the heart of Rowland Heights (City of Industry jurisdiction), one of the most vibrant and high-volume Asian dining...

$99,000

$99,000

Simple Coin/Card Operated Laundry For Sale in Pinole, Contra Costa Co

Pinole, CA

Simple Coin/Card Operated Laundromat for Sale in Pinole, Contra Costa County Just listed at $320,000. Estimated Monthly Gross Income: $18,000 – $20,000 Estimated Monthly Cash Flow: $5,500 Base Rent:...

$320,000

$320,000

Cash Flow: $66,000

Profitable Service-based Auto Shop

California

Established California-based specialty auto shop offering a diverse range of services, from factory-scheduled maintenance (oil changes, tune-ups, repairs) to custom aftermarket off-road builds and...

$13,000,000

$13,000,000

EBITDA: $3,221,344

DTLA Coffee Shop-Cozy Ambience

Los Angeles, CA

Fantastic opportunity to acquire an established coffee shop situated in the bustling downtown Los Angeles area. The location enjoys consistent foot traffic and is conveniently located near the Music...

$159,000

$159,000

Cash Flow: $80,000

Very Profitable Bakersfield, CA 27 ATM Route - $185,000

Bakersfield, CA

This great ATM portfolio in the Bakersfield CA area for $185,000 has well-placed ATMs in a close geographic footprint. This is a very simple business to learn, operate and grow! $74,000 cash flow...

$185,000

$185,000

Cash Flow: $74,188

Chico Pool Service Route for Sale

Butte County, CA

Includes business Name and logo. Seasoned clientele on this perfect starter route. Seller has built a trusting reputation with the customers and has created a solid flow of opportunities to make extra...

$48,600

$48,600

Cash Flow: $38,500

Established Motorcycle/ ATV Service and Parts In South Orange County

Orange County, CA

46 year old Motorcycle and ATVs repair & service, parts, tire changes, upgrades, and tuning, customization and modifications. The business also does consignment sales for motorcycles and ATVs....

$290,000

$290,000

Cash Flow: $136,500

Niche High-Tech Industrial Distributor – $2.1M Revenue / $374K DE

Orange County, CA

Specialty niche high-tech industrial distributor with $2.1 million in annual revenue and $374,043 in 2025 Seller’s Discretionary Earnings and $456,213 2026 Projected Discretionary Earnings, and is...

$1,500,000

$1,500,000

Cash Flow: $374,043

Prime Burlingame Ave Restaurant – 8Yr Lease – Fully Equipped

Burlingame, CA

Restaurant for Sale – Prime Burlingame Ave Location Price: $229,000 (OBO) Location: Downtown Burlingame – Prime Burlingame Ave (high foot traffic) Key Highlights • Prime location near Apple Store &...

$229,000

$229,000

Turnkey OC Mobile Detailing – 2 Fitted Vans, App, Domain & Reviews

$129,000 - Lake Forest, CA

$129,000

Lake Forest, CA

Preschool business for sale Chatsworth, CA

Chatsworth, CA

A well-established community in the northwest San Fernando Valley. The property enjoys excellent accessibility with close proximity to major thoroughfares including Topanga Canyon Boulevard and the...

$2,150,000

$2,150,000

Gas Station, Business Only with Krispy Chicken

Sierra Madre, CA

Small neighborhood store with 2 pumps. Has market with a kitchen. 3 tanks (DWF). Pumps are about 6 years old. Rent: $12700 plus NNN Station pumps 57,000 gallons on average at 85 ct to $1,10 ct margin...

$950,000

$950,000

EBITDA: $150,000

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Paragon Acquisitions International

Serving San Diego County, CA

As a forward-thinking Business Brokerage headquartered in California, Paragon Business Brokers distinguishes itself through a depth of knowledge, astute insights, and a commitment to fostering successful transactions. https://www.paragonacquisitionsintl.com Our specialization is centered around CONFIDENTIAL BUSINESS SALES and MERGERS & ACQUISITIONS, both within the United States and across international markets. This focused approach equips our brokers with a nuanced understanding of the prevailing market dynamics, empowering them to provide tailored solutions that address the unique needs of sellers and buyers. At Paragon, we serve as a comprehensive resource for all your brokerage needs, providing you with the guidance and support essential for navigating the intricacies of the transaction process. Our team is comprised of dedicated professionals, each a full-time Business Broker or Agent with a wealth of expertise in the realm of CONFIDENTIAL BUSINESS SALES and MERGERS & ACQUISITIONS. Collaborating with a Paragon Broker means engaging with a seasoned professional who is well-versed in the nuances of both selling and buying procedures. Your journey with us is marked by a commitment to your objectives and a steadfast dedication to achieving a successful outcome. Choose Paragon for a partnership rooted in knowledge, integrity, and a genuine commitment to your success.

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Profitable Santa Barbara Liquor Store | Loyal Customer Base

Santa Barbara, CA

Established, high-performing neighborhood liquor store and market located in a prime high-traffic coastal California market. This turnkey operation has a loyal repeat customer base, consistent monthly...

$499,000

$499,000

Cash Flow: $96,000

Small Cakes

Westminster, CA

What a store you have dreamed about! You can find many places where you buy big cakes but you want to differentiate to appeal the customers who are looking for small cakes for the special occasions...

$95,000

$95,000

Cash Flow: $48,000

Standalone Restaurant for Sale in Prime Chino Hills Location

Chino Hills, CA

Located in the heart of Chino Hills, this well-known Cantonese restaurant presents a rare opportunity to acquire a fully built-out, high-capacity dining establishment in one of the most desirable and...

$160,000

$160,000

Cookie and Dessert Kiosk Inside Glendale Galleria

Glendale, CA

REALEST is proud to present a branded dessert opportunity located inside the Glendale Galleria, one of the most heavily trafficked shopping centers in Los Angeles County. The business operates from a...

$99,000

$99,000

Just Reduced! Very Successful Bagel Franchise Est 23 Yrs Same Location

San Diego County, CA

Imagine yourself running this beloved bagel franchise that's been serving the North San Diego County community for 23 years from the same trusted location. You'll be acquiring a complete Bagel...

$385,000

$385,000

Cash Flow: $180,000

ENT Practice for Sale in California!

San Mateo County, CA

ref#790 Located in the heart of Silicon Valley and surrounded by an affluent community, this well-established ENT practice offers an exceptional opportunity for growth. With $1,072,889 in gross...

$550,000

$550,000

Cash Flow: $743,529

Bay Area Zero-Waste Grocery Store | SBA Pre-Qualified

Alameda County, CA

Award-winning, market-leading, West Coast brand boasting exceptional unit economics, including a 52% blended gross margin — more than double the conventional grocery industry average. The business is...

$1,175,000

$1,175,000

Cash Flow: $346,851

Popular Burger joint (Redwood City)

Redwood City, CA

Description: This Burger Joint is situated within the neighborhood strip plaza in Redwood City’s Farm Hill/Woodside area. The center functions as a convenience-oriented strip serving nearby residents,...

$299,000

$299,000

New Preschool/Daycare with #1 Franchise - Loma Linda, CA

$150,000 - Redlands, CA

$150,000

Redlands, CA

High Volume Market Sushi Business

Lake Elsinore, CA

Market Sushi Business for Sale – Stable Cash Flow & Simple Operation System.^^ This well-operated Sushi Bar is located inside a major supermarket with consistent daily foot traffic, providing stable...

$87,000

$87,000

Cash Flow: $199,164

Famous Pizza & Sports bar

Orange, CA

IN ESCROW - IN ESCROW . Serving NY-style pizzas, plus pasta, calzones & sandwiches, in a casual setting and sports bar . Big screen TV's for games . Also arcade games . Big money maker . Owners are...

$449,000

$449,000

Cash Flow: $210,000

Beauty Salon *REMODELED* $2000+/Month GUARANTEED PROFIT!!!

Morgan Hill, CA

I'm selling my recently remodeled (spent $28k) Beauty Salon in Morgan Hill. I need some extra funds to purchase an investment townhouse, so this has to go. There is nothing wrong with it. Everything...

$35,000

$35,000

Hot Pot restaaurant in a prime location-fully equipped

Fremont, CA

A Hot Pot restaurant for sale is in a prime location with other nationally known achor restaurants and tenants, which bring a lot of food traffic to this location. This turn-key opportunity features...

$250,000

$250,000

High volume Dry cleaner business for sale in Pleasanton

Pleasanton, CA

Established dry cleaning operation with 25 years of continuous service in Pleasanton, strategically positioned in a high-traffic retail plaza adjacent to Trader Joe's and Total Wine. This SBA-approved...

$750,000

$750,000

Profitable Franchise or Bring your own menu super high traffic

Canoga Park, CA

Asset bring your own concept OR buy as Profitable Chocolate Bash Franchise – High-Traffic Location with Huge Upside! Average 8k net income last for Months Turnkey Dessert Franchise | Gold Mine for...

$149,999

$149,999

Handy Skin Low Rent & Easy Operation – Turnkey SkCare with Member Ship

Buena Park, CA

Established Beauty Supply and Skincare Business with Membership Model This turnkey skincare and beauty supply operation represents a well-established business opportunity in Buena Park's beauty...

$75,990

$75,990

Cash Flow: $59,500

Sleek & High-Volume Japanese Restaurant – Established, Upscale & Turnk

Placentia, CA

Transform your entrepreneurial vision into reality with this exceptional Japanese restaurant opportunity delivering immediate cash flow and unlimited growth potential. This established turnkey...

$370,000

$370,000

Established OBGYN Practice for Sale — Greater San Bernardino, CA

San Bernardino County, CA

Long-standing, profitable OBGYN practice now available as the owner prepares for retirement. In 2025, the practice produced more than $835,000 in revenue on a four-day workweek, delivering Seller's...

$395,000

$395,000

Cash Flow: $440,000

Self-serve car wash + Real estate

Alameda County, CA

This is the only independently owned (non-franchise) self-service car wash in the area, giving the new owner a strong competitive position with no corporate competitors nearby. The wash operates 24/7,...

$2,600,000

$2,600,000

Cash Flow: $274,720

New Preschool/Daycare with #1 Franchise - Dixon, CA

$150,000 - Dixon, CA

$150,000

Dixon, CA

Profitable Full-Service Day Spa with Loyal Client Base

Los Angeles County, CA

This well-established full-service day spa is located in a high-traffic Santa Clarita retail center and offers a turnkey opportunity for an operator-buyer or licensed spa professional. The business...

$179,000

$179,000

Cash Flow: $80,000

Huge potential Neighborhood mkt,100%emp running,rent$2200, lease 20 yr

Chino, CA

* HUGE POTENTIAL- Good experienced owner running Adding food stamp, check cashing, money order, money transfer services Getting Liquor license Chance to buy the property in the future * 100% employees...

$100,000

$100,000

Downtown Beach Gift Shop & Gallery, Inventory Included

Ventura County, CA

Nestled in the heart of the Central Coast’s vibrant downtown and just steps from the beach, this is a beloved retail destination offering a curated selection of gifts, jewelry, apparel, home décor,...

$99,000

$99,000

Cash Flow: $70,000

Old Town Temecula Smoke Shop for Sale

Temecula, CA

Established smoke shop business strategically positioned in Old Town Temecula presents a compelling acquisition opportunity for qualified investors. Founded in January 2022, this turnkey operation...

$95,000

$95,000

Swimwear Boutique For Sale in San Diego County

Del Mar, CA

Swimwear boutique for sale in San Diego County. Established in 2003, this specialty retail business operates from a high-visibility coastal shopping center serving both local residents and year-round...

$199,000

$199,000

Same owner for 40 years, Turnkey Full-Service Car Wash

Orange County, CA

Established full-service car wash business located in a prime Orange County location with excellent visibility, strong traffic exposure, and a dense surrounding residential community. This...

$4,500,000

$4,500,000

Fitness Gym with Climbing Wall

Sonora, CA

Established Fitness & Cross Training Business Opportunity – Class 5 Fitness Founded in 1992, as the third fitness center of its type, Class 5 Fitness has built a long-standing reputation as a premier...

$150,000

$150,000

Prime Location Japanese Restaurant for Sale

Marin County, CA

Over 35-Year Established Japanese Restaurant — Owner Retiring Highly rated (4.5 stars, 369 reviews) with a loyal customer base built over 38 years. Located in a premier Marin County shopping center...

$399,000

$399,000

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Transworld Business Advisors of Tri-Valley

Serving Fresno County, CA

When a company owner needs to sell their business, they can't just stick a for sale sign in the window. They need the assistance of a business Advisor to locate and vet potential buyers. On the other side, buyers rely on the broker to help facilitate the process of evaluating potential businesses and franchises for sale. A Transworld Business Advisor is the solution for both scenarios. Transworld has been a mainstay in the business mediation industry for over 25 years, specializing only in businesses sales. We focus on your specific industry to find the right buyer. This means faster results for you. Our professionals consist of sophisticated and experienced experts in business and finance. Many have owned businesses and can relate to the stresses and pains that can go along with the selling process. Our service, dedication and drive is available and ready to be put to use for you.

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Turnkey Japanese Restaurant: High Margin, Manageable Size, Long Histor

Mission Viejo, CA

ESTABLISHED JAPANESE SUSHI RESTAURANT - ORANGE COUNTY This turnkey Japanese sushi restaurant represents a rare acquisition opportunity in Orange County's competitive dining market. With over 40 years...

$139,999

$139,999

Cash Flow: $107,000

High-Traffic Togo’s Franchise For Sale

Orange County, CA

Well-established Togo’s franchise located in a high-traffic regional shopping center with strong daily consumer activity and excellent visibility. The surrounding area features a healthy mix of...

$195,000

$195,000

Cash Flow: $71,509

New Preschool/Daycare with #1 Franchise - Palm Springs, CA

$150,000 - Palm Springs, CA

$150,000

Palm Springs, CA

Burbank Pool Service Route for Sale

Los Angeles County, CA

Tight route per day with strong payment histories. Very pleasant clientele. Areas are prime for growth with many homes in these areas having pools or spas. Easy access to park at most properties. The...

$82,500

$82,500

Cash Flow: $89,000

Profitable Med Spa in Woodland Hills, Calabasas Area

SBA LOAN ELIGIBLE

Los Angeles County, CA

*Preferential loan programs are available to qualified MD Buyers for expansion* This is a rare opportunity to acquire a premier, turnkey medical spa known for excellence in aesthetic results and a...

$999,000

$999,000

Cash Flow: $385,151

SBA LOAN ELIGIBLE

Instagram-Famous Coffee/Tea Shop & Patisserie – Prime Orange County

Orange County, CA

Turnkey Investment Opportunity: Highly Profitable, "Instagram-Famous" Boutique Café & Patisserie The Opportunity An incredible opportunity to acquire a thriving, fully-operational boutique café and...

$340,000

$340,000

Cell Phones-Computer-Sales-Repairs, and More on Hollywood Walk of Fame

Hollywood, CA

This long-established store specializes in sales, repair and servicing of all kinds of Apple products, including iPods, iPhones, iPads and Macs. The store buys and sells new and used electronics,...

$1,699,000

$1,699,000

Market Sushi

Garden Grove, CA

Sushi Bar Inside Major Market – Stable Sales & Simple Operation System Excellent opportunity to acquire a well-operated Sushi Bar located inside a major market with steady daily foot traffic and...

$67,000

$67,000

Cash Flow: $128,400

Established Tax Office | 5-Star Reviews | Turnkey Business

Perris, CA

Established and highly rated tax preparation franchise located in the heart of Perris, serving a strong and growing predominantly Latino market. This turnkey business benefits from excellent...

$279,000

$279,000

Cash Flow: $120,000

Supermarket in Prime Koreatown, High Vol & Net, KOREATOWN, LA,CA.

Los Angeles, CA

ESTABLISHED SUPERMARKET OPPORTUNITY IN PRIME KOREATOWN LOCATION This well-established neighborhood supermarket represents a compelling acquisition opportunity in the heart of Los Angeles' vibrant...

$549,000

$549,000

Cash Flow: $180,000

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

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.