Milpitas, CA
This established, high-end luxury, turnkey salon offers a move-in-ready opportunity for a new owner to step in & continue business operations. The sale includes the salon’s equipment, and inventory....
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Profitable, Luxury & Across Major Tech Companies Hair Salon For Sale !
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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...
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
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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Frenchies
Franchise
Available in California
Own a Frenchies Modern Nail Care: Clean, Non-Toxic, Tech-Driven Nail Franchise in the Thriving $29B Beauty Industry!
Avg. Unit Revenue: $605,313
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
Luxury Harbor Dinner Cruise & Private Event Business – 2 Vessels
$5,000,000
Ventura County, CA
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...
Steven D Zimmerman, LCBB, M&AMI, LCBI, FIBBA
Restaurant Realty Company
Serving San Francisco County, CA
Restaurant Realty Company was founded by Steven D. Zimmerman in the San Francisco Bay Area in 1996. Since inception the company has developed into the largest California restaurant brokerage specializing in sales, acquisitions and leasing of restaurants, bars, nightclubs and related commercial buildings with local representation in the San Francisco Bay Area, Sacramento, Los Angeles, Orange County and San Diego markets. Restaurant Realty’s brokers and agents are well versed in conducting deals with independent restaurant owners, landlords, buyers, and lessees of businesses and real estate, as well as larger ownership groups and buyers of multi-unit operations, franchises and chains. Restaurant Realty’s current brokers and agents have had great success completing transactions with over 3,400 clients, selling/leasing over 1,700 restaurant, bar and/or nightclub businesses, nearly 80 related commercial buildings sold, representing over 3.5 Million square feet of commercial space leased and over 8,000 valuations completed.
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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
Molly Maid
Franchise
Available Nationwide
Ranked as a top Residential Cleaning franchise by 2026 Entrepreneur Franchise 500®. 91% recurring customers!*
Restaurant Dine-In or Take Out
Corona, CA
Investment Highlights • Turnkey Restaurant Opportunity – Fully operating Dine-In, Take Out restaurant with established equipment and kitchen infrastructure. • Prime Main Street Location – Located in...
Mission's Tortilla Route, Southwest Riverside, CA
Riverside, CA
Imagine stepping into a well-established food distribution business that's already built strong relationships with popular grocery stores in Southwest Riverside, California. This Mission's Tortilla...
EBITDA: $70,540
Construction Testing & Inspection Company
$459,000
Hemet, CA
Turnkey Absentee-Run Sourdough Sandwich Shop – $125K Including All FF&
Rancho Cordova, CA
Turnkey Sourdough & Co. Restaurant – Established Location with Growth Potential An excellent opportunity to acquire an established, fully equipped Sourdough & Co. restaurant located at 2823 Zinfandel...
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Cash Flow: $67,051
Mission's Tortilla Route, Hemet, CA
Hemet, CA
Mission’s Tortilla Route for sale in the Hemet, California region for $150,000! Currently generating $606,632 in yearly sales and nets $66,207. Distributorship and territory are purchased through...
EBITDA: $66,207
Diagnostic Imaging Company Selling after 26 years in Business!
San Joaquin, CA
26-Year-Established Diagnostic Imaging Equipment & Service Company Established Business | Diverse Customer Base | Equipment Sales & Service | Recurring Service Opportunities This well-established...
Cash Flow: $265,000
13 FedEx Ground Routes, Roseville CA
Placer County, CA
SBA-qualified Profitable and well-established FedEx P&D (pickup and delivery) routes operating out of the Roseville, California station. The routes are strategically arranged for efficient load...
Cash Flow: $468,108
Established ADHC/CBAS Center for Sale — Northern California
California
An opportunity to acquire a long-established and profitable Adult Day Health Care / Community-Based Adult Services business in Northern California. • Licensed capacity: 200 • Annual revenue:...
Established Vacation Rental Management Franchise | Home Based
San Bernardino County, CA
Established Vacation Rental Management Franchise | Home Based Financing Note: This business does not qualify for SBA financing. Buyers should have sufficient cash or access to alternative/personal...
Cash Flow: $107,212
Turnkey POKE - Employee-Run – Beer&Wine–Huge Growth Potential
Palm Desert, CA
Excellent opportunity to acquire an established and fully equipped poke restaurant in the highly desirable Palm Desert / Coachella Valley market. The restaurant generated approximately $554,000 in...
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Cash Flow: $80,000
Camp Bow Wow
Franchise
Available Nationwide
A Franchise Opportunity that will really get your Tail Wagging
Avg. Unit Revenue: $1,089,860
Well established Profitable Poke Bowl, Banh Mi & Boba Shop
Marin County, CA
Established poke, banh mi, and boba shop — nearly 10 years at the same Marin County location. Profitable, fully equipped, and ready to operate on day one. WHY THIS BUSINESS Ten-year track record with...
Tesla Cybertruck Camper Shells - Space Campers
San Luis Obispo, CA
Space Campers is a premium fiberglass truck cap and wedge camper brand purpose-built for the Tesla Cybertruck. We've spent four years developing and refining the product, successfully producing and...
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SBA Pre-Approved Semi-Absentee 2-Location Kids Hair Salons
$420,000
Oceanside, CA
Busy Thai Restaurant
Ventura, CA
Rare opportunity to acquire an established Thai restaurant in thriving down town Ventura.Thai restaurant offers a turnkey operation with existing clientele, strong local presence, with beer & wine...
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Cash Flow: $170,000
100% Absentee - Profitable RAMEN restaurant | SBA eligible
Chino, CA
Established and fully operational restaurant located in the growing city of Chino, California. This is an excellent opportunity for an E-2 investor or owner operator seeking a proven business with...
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Cash Flow: $120,000
Homewell Care Services
Franchise
Available in California
An Opportunity Like None Other: Where Personal Fulfillment Meets Financial Success
Avg. Unit Revenue: $956,702
Established Handmade Bakery Turnkey Opportunity With Growth Potential
Alameda County, CA
It is a rare opportunity to acquire a long-standing bakery with over 70 years of operating history and a strong reputation built on high-quality, made-from-scratch baked goods and loyal repeat...
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Established business ready for a new owner
Monrovia, CA
Take advantage of this incredible opportunity to own a well-established shoe and purse repair shop in the heart of Monrovia. Known for its quality craftsmanship and loyal clientele, this business is...
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Cash Flow: $6,000
Established Franchise BBQ Restaurant – Semi-Absentee
San Bernardino County, CA
This established barbecue franchise presents a turnkey restaurant opportunity operating within a modern, multi-channel food service model. The business combines traditional dine-in restaurant...
Cash Flow: $92,587
Multi Units Papa John's Restaurants
San Diego, CA
Papa John Restaurants Multi Units Discover an exceptional opportunity to continue the legacy of a thriving Papa John's Pizza franchise operation in San Diego County. This multi-unit restaurant package...
Cash Flow: $408,000
High-Volume Turnkey Restaurant near University
San Bernardino County, CA
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a high-performing, fully-equipped restaurant in a prime San Bernardino location without being locked into a rigid corporate structure. Currently operating under a...
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Cash Flow: $183,000
Tricia Bernhardt
Restaurant Exchange
Serving Sacramento County, CA
Company Information: At Restaurant eXchange, we specialize in matching buyers with sellers of existing businesses within the food & beverage industry. Our services include: Assessing the value of the business for fair market pricing Confidentially marketing the business, and real estate if included Controlling the exposure of information to qualified buyers Helping buyers by matching their skills and resources to an appropriate business Negotiating the price and terms, and documenting the agreement Assisting with lease negotiations, ABC transfers, and franchise approval Sourcing the acquisition financing when possible Facilitating all actions needed to close the sale successfully The businesses we have represented for sale include: Full-Service Restaurants (from family style to fine dining) Fast Food & Quick-Service Restaurants Franchises Bars & Nightclubs Coffeehouses Bakeries Deli Cafes Ice Cream Shops Pizza Restaurants Mexican, Asian & Other Ethnic Restaurants Catering Businesses Tea Rooms Charter Party Boats
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Fast-Casual Mexican Fusion Franchise On Historic Route 66
Upland, CA
Seller Financing Available! This well-established fast-casual Mexican fusion restaurant is now offered at a significantly reduced price of $139,000, creating an exceptional opportunity to acquire a...
Cash Flow: $103,731
Multi Units Del taco Restaurants for sale in So California
San Diego County, CA
12-Unit National Mexican QSR Franchise ( Del taco ) Portfolio – Southern California ASKING PRICE: $5,200,000 GROSS REVENUE: $13,622,459 BUSINESS DESCRIPTION: Rare opportunity to acquire a substantial...
San Francisco Bay Area Neurology Practice for Sale
$600,000
Contra Costa County, CA
Unbranded Gas Station - Lease - 15 Years, Low Rent -$8,900, NP-$40,000
Ontario, CA
Price Dropped...Low Rent + Long Lease + Brand New McDonald right next to it Unbranded Gas Station - Rent -$8,900 incl NNN + Long Lease + Room to Grow Unbranded Gas Station - Lease - 15 Years + Low...
EBITDA: $540,000
Historic Speak Easy Bar in the Heart of Glendale
Glendale, CA
A Glendale Treasure! Located in the heart of Glendale, this little neighborhood bar commands history and nostalgia. The parking lot is not used by other tenants in the building at night so it makes it...
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Expedia Cruises
Franchise
Available in California
For over 35 years, Expedia Cruises has been one of North America's largest retail travel agency franchises and a leading seller of cruise travel. Build equity and enjoy a great lifestyle with our proven franchise model by starting your franchise journey today!
Avg. Unit Revenue: $514,404
Turn-Key Boba Tea & Dessert Shop | 1,000 SF | Prime San Francisco Loca
San Francisco, CA
Excellent opportunity to own a beautifully built-out, turn-key Boba Tea & Dessert Shop in a desirable San Francisco location. Approximately 1,000± square feet with a modern interior, functional...
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Mediterranean Restaurant | 4.7? Reviews | Est. 2019
Mission Viejo, CA
Step into a thriving, family-owned Mediterranean restaurant serving authentic, homemade dishes prepared daily from scratch. Located in one of South Orange County’s most desirable communities, this...
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Cash Flow: $108,000
Multi unit major QSR Franchise Portfolio in So. California for Sale
San Bernardino County, CA
8 Unit Major QSR Franchise Portfolio in Southern California for sale Location: Inland Empire, and Orange County California Exact locations will remain confidential Asking Price: $5500,000 Gross...
Denny's Restaurant
San Bernardino County, CA
Denny's Restaurant For Sale ASKING PRICE $700,000 GROSS REVENUE $1,834,349 – FY2025 CASH FLOW / SDE $146,577 – Two-Year Average Adjusted SDE BUSINESS DESCRIPTION Excellent opportunity to acquire an...
Cash Flow: $146,577
75 year old Profitable Food Distribution Company
San Diego, CA
ESTABLISHED FOOD DISTRIBUTION COMPANY - 75 YEARS OF SUCCESS This profitable food distribution business has been serving the San Diego market since 1950, building an exceptional reputation over seven...
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Cash Flow: $135,000
Premium Dessert Café – Manager-Run, Prime Downtown East Bay Location
Contra Costa County, CA
Established and fully operating premium dessert and café business in a desirable East Bay market. The business operates from an attractive, professionally built-out retail location with strong...
Indoor Playground
Burbank, CA
Indoor children’s playground location for sale in Burbank, CA. Acquire a fully built-out and operational location without the cost and time required to start from scratch. This location was originally...
Diagnostic Sleep Apnea Testing Lab in Prime Location in Encino
Los Angeles, CA
Established sleep diagnostic laboratory serving the Los Angeles area for over 13 years, generating $170,000 in annual revenue while operating only two nights per week. This Medicare-accredited...
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3 Years Established, Open and Operating Home Services Franchise Resale
San Diego, CA
This is an established, open, and operating two-territory franchise resale in the home services space in San Diego. Revenue tripled between the first and second full years of ownership. Our franchise...
SpeedPro
Franchise
Available Nationwide
The nation’s leading wide-format printing/graphics franchise. Top 25% Average Goss Sales $1,488,094* and top 25% Discretionary profit $412,670*. Generate revenue before you open your studio!
Avg. Unit Revenue: $1,034,737
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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