Ventura County, CA
A well-established, high-growth specialty contractor providing integrated high-voltage electrical and low-voltage/AV (smart home automation) installation services to general contractors building...
Businesses For Sale in California
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A Premier Electrical and Low Voltage/AV Integration Firm
Cash Flow: $1,546,505
Creative Event Venue with Beer & Wine License
California
This established creative event venue represents a proven business model with over a decade of successful operations in Northern California. The facility specializes in hosting creative sessions...
Cash Flow: $90,000
Fast Food in Prime Location - Highly Profitable - Room to grow!
Stanislaus County, CA
Imagine yourself as the owner of this thriving American restaurant in one of Stanislaus County's busiest locations. You'll love the prime roadside visibility that draws customers naturally to your...
Cash Flow: $256,030
Premier California Delta Full Service Marine Yard
Rio Vista, CA
Sierra West Boat Works represents a rare opportunity to acquire one of Northern California's premier full-service marine facilities, strategically located on the scenic Sacramento Delta. For decades,...
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Profitable Landscaping Maintenance & Construction Company
SBA LOAN ELIGIBLE
El Dorado County, CA
Imagine walking into a landscaping business that's already thriving after 25 years - no sleepless nights wondering if customers will call, because they're already there waiting for you. You'll inherit...
Cash Flow: $306,000
Very Established Candy Store with amazing potential
Merced, CA
JUST REDUCED!!!...... Imagine walking into your very own candy store every morning - the sweet aroma, colorful displays, and smiling customers who've become like family over the years. This...
Cash Flow: $40,000
Profitable Print Company For Sale!
SBA LOAN ELIGIBLE
California
Imagine walking into your own established printing company that's been thriving in the Greater Sacramento market for nearly 20 years. You'll love the diversity this business offers - from commercial...
Cash Flow: $135,000
Relocatable, Owner-Absentee E-Commerce Brand with 200K+ Audience
Alameda County, CA
Transworld Business Advisors San Francisco Cynthia Randall DRE# 01421980 This relocatable ant farm e-commerce business has operated successfully for over five years, leveraging a YouTube following of...
Cash Flow: $40,516
Tow Business For Sale
Los Angeles, CA
Tow company for sale which includes one flatbed truck and one wrecker....
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High-Capacity Five-Bay Established Foreign Auto Repair Shop
San Mateo, CA
We are looking for someone who has numerous years of experience in the auto repair field and also has experience in operating an auto repair business. An ideal person would be someone looking to...
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Cash Flow: $319,270
Teriyaki Madness
Franchise
Available Nationwide
Our food is addictive and our concept is fresh!
Avg. Unit Revenue: $1,113,760
Brewery Listing ID: N-1034
California
• Established and Recognized Brand with Award Winning Beers • Significant Brewing Capacity • Diverse & Creative Product Line • Community-Driven Taproom • Attractive, Family-Friendly Facility • Located...
Cash Flow: $277,415
Sweet Chico Candy and Gelato
Chico, CA
SWEET CHICO – ESTABLISHED BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY IN CHICO! Located in the heart of downtown, Sweet Chico Confections is wonderful opportunity to own an established and beloved Chico business! Sweet...
Premier Steak & Seafood Restaurant-Prime Monterey Peninsula Location
$1,495,000
Monterey, CA
Gong Cha Bubble Tea Franchise, San Jose, California
San Jose, CA
Imagine stepping into your own thriving Gong Cha franchise in the heart of San Jose, California. You'll love this well-established bubble tea destination that's been serving the community since 2023,...
Cash Flow: $204,000
Commercial Electrical Contractor Business - SC2293
California
This commercial electrical contractor business is a California Subchapter S Corporation and has been in operation for 4 years under the founding leadership. 95% of their work is done on the commercial...
Cash Flow: $600,000
Brannon Poe
Poe Group Advisors
Serving San Francisco County, CA
Poe Group Advisors is the premier accounting practice intermediary firm in the accounting industry. With practices located throughout the U.S. and Canada, our company is known for our seamless process as well as our efficient and diligent approach to facilitating the buying and selling of CPA firms. Armed with a passion for people and unmatched expertise, our team of experts has a deep knowledge of accounting industry and an intense focus on maximizing value or minimizing risk.
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Highly Profitable & Established Full-Service Car Wash in Colton, CA
Colton, CA
Established in 2000, Sparkling Clean Car Wash is a highly profitable full-service car wash operation strategically located in Colton, CA near the intersection of I-215 and I-10 freeways. This prime,...
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Cash Flow: $200,000
Full-Service Construction Company Residential/ limited Commercial
Los Angeles County, CA
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY This established full-service construction company with a strong contracted pipeline presents a compelling acquisition opportunity with diversified revenue streams spanning...
Cash Flow: $1,716,000
Established 6-Bed RCFE + Real Estate | Full Census | Glendora
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Glendora, CA
Confidential 6-bed RCFE + real estate opportunity in the Glendora area. Full census with 6 residents in place and current resident rates totaling approximately $33k/ month. Business and real estate...
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High Volume Gas Station & C-Store Located on Hard Corner
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Dinuba, CA
**DO NOT DISTURB EMPLOYEES, FOR ANY QUESTION PLEASE REACH OUT TO BROKER DIRECTLY** *SERIOUS INQUIRIES ONLY* - Gross Sales: $13,650,000 - Gas Sales: $11,760,000 ($0.65 margin per gallon) - Convenience...
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EBITDA: $1,394,613
Urgent Cash Sale: Turnkey Boxing Gym North County San Diego
Vista, CA
Acquire an established, fully operational 1,100 sq. ft. boutique boxing and fitness studio in central Vista (San Diego County). Priced aggressively for an immediate, all-cash sale at $113,000, this...
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Cash Flow: $111,966
Transworld Business Advisors
Franchise
Available Nationwide
The world's largest business brokerage franchise with 45+ years in the industry. 250 offices, 20+ countries, low overhead, and high profit potential.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $990,674
Turnkey 6-Bed RCFE – Licensed, Established - Riverside County
San Jacinto, CA
This well-maintained, single-level RCFE has operated successfully for over a decade, offering an exceptional turnkey opportunity for seasoned operators expanding their portfolio or new buyers entering...
Sushi Restaurant
Camarillo, CA
Seize the rare opportunity to acquire a profitable, fully turnkey Japanese sushi restaurant located in one of Ventura County’s most desirable, high-traffic retail corridors . Established as a beloved...
Cash Flow: $170,000
Embroidery & Custom Apparel Shop
$495,102
Seaside, CA
Seller Financing | Absentee-Owned Discount Liquidation & Bin Store
Indio, CA
This established discount retail business operates within the growing liquidation and value-shopping market, offering customers a constantly changing selection of deeply discounted merchandise across...
Cash Flow: $30,000
Top Rated Turnkey Café for Sale
Sherman Oaks, CA
A great opportunity to acquire an award-winning neighborhood café located on the highly desirable Ventura Boulevard in Sherman Oaks. Recognized as a Top 3 Sherman Oaks Café Award Winner, the business...
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Sharetea Franchise | $350K Sales | Turnkey | High Growth
Palmdale, CA
Established and well-operated Sharetea franchise located at the main entrance of Antelope Valley Mall, the primary shopping destination serving the Palmdale and Lancaster region. This is a fully...
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Cash Flow: $52,000
40 year old Packing and Shipping business
Goleta, CA
Do you like being your own boss, working with your hands and running your own schedule? Backed by one of the country’s oldest franchise networks. Part of the Annex Brands Franchise with a network of...
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EBITDA: $105,000
"Highly Profitable Southern CA Firearms Retailer | SBA Eligible"
Riverside County, CA
This offering represents the acquisition of a well-established, family-owned firearms retail business with a long-standing operating history and strong community reputation. The company generates...
Cash Flow: $603,156
Established Natural Skincare Farmers Market Business
San Diego, CA
Profitable and easy to run, this is an opportunity to acquire the farmers market branch of an established natural skincare brand specializing in tallow-based soaps and personal care products. The...
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EBITDA: $113,887
Top-Rated Doors & Frames Business
Alameda County, CA
Business is set up to produce and install Wood and Hollow Metal doors and frames and is organized to produce large scale projects, produced in a clean and efficiently run shop. They are well equipped...
Cash Flow: $1,132,761
Bach to Rock
Franchise
Available in California
Operate a structured music education business with lessons, bands, and ongoing monthly tuition revenue.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $587,341
High-End Beauty Business with 20 Suites Already Rented
San Ramon, CA
Step into a high-end beauty and wellness business with 20 established tenants, recurring rental revenue, and 10 additional suites ready to fill. The space is fully built out, giving a new owner...
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Indian Restaurant, Full Bar & Lounge, Prime Tri-Valley Location
Alameda County, CA
Rare opportunity to acquire a large, established Indian restaurant, full bar, and lounge in a prime Tri-Valley / East Bay location in Alameda County. The business offers approximately 6000+- square...
Cash Flow: $430,000
Started in 1921 Business w/30+ years of Volumetric Ready-Mix Concrete
$4,500,000
Pasadena, CA
Non-Medical transportation Business w/ Vehicle
Glendale, CA
Established non-medical transportation business operating in Glendale, California, serving the greater Los Angeles County market. This fully operational company provides essential transportation...
Profitable, Luxury & Across Major Tech Companies Hair Salon For Sale !
Milpitas, CA
This established luxury hair salon presents an exceptional opportunity in one of Milpitas' most sought-after commercial locations. Strategically positioned in a high-traffic plaza within walking...
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Miracle Method Surface Refinishing
Franchise
Available Nationwide
Average Annual Franchise Revenue: $1,355,173!* Join the #1 Surface Refinishing Brand, ranked by Entrepreneur Magazine!
Avg. Unit Revenue: $1,355,173
Fully Equipped Korean Restaurant — Low Rent & 10-Year Lease
San Francisco County, CA
Rare opportunity to acquire a fully equipped Korean restaurant in an established San Francisco neighborhood. The restaurant has a strong sales track record, with over $1.3 million in gross sales in...
International Customs Brokerage and Logistics with 50 Years in Service
Los Angeles County, CA
Operating in Southern California for over 50 years, this premier customs brokerage and freight forwarding firm delivers specialized supply chain solutions across global markets. The business is built...
Cash Flow: $379,012
Rare Opportunity of Two Locations of Luxury Day Spas in San Diego
San Diego, CA
Operating across two premier, fully established facilities, this thriving day spa enterprise has built a stellar reputation by offering a luxurious and results-driven approach to skincare and...
Cash Flow: $393,646
Unique Sonoma Wine Country Restaurant | Exceptional Outdoor Setting
Forestville, CA
Unique Sonoma Wine Country Restaurant | Exceptional Outdoor Setting | 6675 Front St, Forestville RRC#5386 Asking Price: $84,000 Location: Sonoma County Annual Revenue: $628,985 Annual Cash Flow:...
Profitable Established Southern California Cheesesteak Franchise
Riverside County, CA
Profitable Established Southern California Cheesesteak Franchise | Riverside | Recent Build-out | $100K+ SDE RRC#5382 Asking Price: $475,000 Location: Riverside County Annual Revenue: $700,000 Annual...
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XQB Management Inc, DBA RE/MAX ONE
Serving Ventura County, CA
Max One Business and Commercial Services provides our clients the highest standards of professionalism and knowledge by our staff of Certified agents. We continually educate our agents to ensure our clients are getting the most up to date talent and information available. The Max One team of agents are members in good standing with the International Association of Business Brokers (I.B.B.A.) and the California Association of Business Brokers (C.A.B.B.) All commercial business agents must be part of our association and continually go through rigorous training classes. Max One Business is part of RE/MAX One Commercial and affiliated with RE/MAX Commercial, a world wide network of agents specializing in Commercial brokerage. Each business broker and adviser specialize's in their own area of expertise, however, our cross marketing and staff integrates knowledge and manpower needed to accommodate the overall needs of our clients. In most any business transaction there is a lease, real property acquisition or multiple lease assumptions. We are equipped to handle all real estate and business brokerage needs.
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High-Visibility Sonoma County Restaurant | $775K Annual Sales
Sonoma County, CA
High-Visibility Sonoma County Restaurant | $775K Annual Sales | Fully Equipped Kitchen RRC#5384 Offered at $105,000 Location: Sonoma County Annual Revenue: $775,000 Annual Cash Flow: Contact for Info...
Pool Service Route - Bakersfield, CA
Bakersfield, CA
JOIN A BILLION DOLLAR INDUSTRY WITH UNLIMITED POTENTIAL! OWN YOUR OWN THRIVING POOL SERVICE ROUTE WITH RECURRING POSITIVE CASH FLOW. Well establishd and profitable pool service route in Bakersfield....
Cash Flow: $55,000
Well Established Door to Door Airport Shuttle Transportation Business
$202,002
San Rafael, CA
Independent Bakery with private event space available
Hermosa Beach, CA
Imagine owning a charming neighborhood bakery just 100 yards from the beautiful Hermosa Beach sand! This bakery and cafe has been serving the community for over a year, building a loyal customer base...
Toastique Café in Affluent Downtown Danville, Beer & Wine License incl
Danville, CA
Toastique Danville is a fully equipped gourmet fast-casual franchised café occupying the entire ground floor of a standalone corner building in the heart of downtown Danville, one of the most affluent...
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The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill
Franchise
Available Nationwide
The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill is a fast-casual restaurant specializing in the popular and growing Greek/Mediterranean food. The Great Greek takes pride in procuring only the freshest ingredients and preparing them daily to make each meal a memorable one.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $1,562,385
Bakersfield-Hospice Agency For Sale/ -Clean History
Bakersfield, CA
Active Medicare Provider/CDPH Lic. Active patients. Priced to Sell. Also looking for a good partner in Bakersfield Area. Majority Share Holder. Pls Email. Thank You...
Elite Custom Glass & Mirror Company – 40 Years of Reputation
Ventura County, CA
Rare opportunity to acquire a highly respected custom glass and mirror company serving affluent Southern California communities for nearly four decades. This business has built an exceptional...
Cash Flow: $288,837
Home Health Care-Operatinal-Jacho Accredited-Established In 2018
Van Nuys, CA
Asking Price Was Just Reduced From $320,000 To $275,000 For A Quick Sale!!! As Of 6/29/26 No More New Home Health Care Licenses & Medicare Provider Numbers Will Be Issued Due To The State Of...
Cash Flow: $100,000
Licensed Auto Wholesale Dealership multi Years in Business w/ LLC Cali
Contra Costa County, CA
Established licensed auto wholesale dealership operating in Contra Costa County, California with excellent DMV standing and multiple years of continuous operation. This home-based business opportunity...
Iconic Community Market & Deli... Real Estate available at appraisal $
San Bernardino County, CA
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a long-standing, multi-revenue retail business with real estate included, located in a highly trafficked corridor of the Inland Empire. The business has operated...
Premium Veterinary Hospital, Surgery Center & Urgent Care
Cameron Park, CA
An exceptional opportunity to own a high-end, fully equipped veterinary hospital, surgical center & urgent care designed to deliver outstanding care while creating a welcoming experience for pets,...
Cash Flow: $710,000
Thriving Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning Business for Sale
Stanislaus County, CA
Take advantage of this rare opportunity to acquire a well-established and reputable Plumbing, Heating, and Air Conditioning company with a loyal customer base and a proven track record of...
Cash Flow: $413,000
Auto Repair, Smog & Exhaust System And Used Car Sale
Sacramento, CA
Good Clean Turn Key Business...
Cash Flow: $85,000
Established and Growing Orange County Opportunity!
Orange County, CA
You'll love this incredible furniture and furnishings opportunity in Orange County! This established and thriving business has been delighting customers for years with an amazing collection of unique...
Cash Flow: $272,125
Mr. Rooter
Franchise
Available Nationwide
Ranked #1 Plumbing franchise by 2026 Entrepreneur Franchise 500®. $2.09M average gross sales!*
Avg. Unit Revenue: $2,093,531
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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