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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...

$2,700,000

$2,700,000

Cash Flow: $1,132,761

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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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$1,350,000

$1,350,000

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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...

$999,000

$999,000

Cash Flow: $430,000

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Non-Medical transportation Business w/ Vehicle

Glendale, CA

Included with sale • Fully branded transportation vehicle • Business name and branding • Existing active contracts • Operational systems and established accounts Active Contracts 1. Medicare 2. LA DOT...

$160,000

$160,000

Profitable, Luxury & Across Major Tech Companies Hair Salon For Sale !

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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$288,000

$288,000

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...

$320,000

$320,000

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...

$1,600,000

$1,600,000

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...

$1,100,000

$1,100,000

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:...

$84,000

$84,000

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...

$475,000

$475,000

Two Men and a Truck
Franchise

Available in California

Movers Who Care - Own a market leading business with $3.1M Average Unit Sales

$80,000

$80,000

Avg. Unit Revenue: $2,862,607

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...

$105,000

$105,000

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....

$50,424

$50,424

Cash Flow: $55,000

Luxury Harbor Dinner Cruise & Private Event Business – 2 Vessels

$5,000,000 - Ventura County, CA

$5,000,000

Ventura County, 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...

$149,000

$149,000

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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$450,000

$450,000

Steve Lyle

Coldwell Banker Commercial Lyle & Associates

Serving Riverside County, CA

History of Lyle Commercial Lyle Commercial has gained a reputation for providing the best brokerage and real estate investment services to clients active in the Coachella Valley region. Very simply, Lyle Commercial knows its marketplace! Our agents are experienced in the sale and leasing of commercial, retail and office space, as well as the sale of income and investment properties and land. Lyle’s Affiliation with Coldwell Banker Commercial Coldwell Banker Commercial is one of the most respected and recognized names in commercial real estate, both nationally and internationally. Coldwell Banker Commercial Lyle & Associates gives you, our client, greater access to a wide range of resources–both locally in the Coachella Valley as well as nationally and internationally.

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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...

$895,000

$895,000

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...

$675,000

$675,000

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...

$275,000

$275,000

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...

$25,000

$25,000

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...

$1,150,000

$1,150,000

Pool Scouts
Franchise

Available Nationwide

Revenues As High As $1,200,000 - Winter Weather Doesn't Kill This Model

$125,000

$125,000

Avg. Unit Revenue: $619,868

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,...

$4,300,000

$4,300,000

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...

$1,300,000

$1,300,000

Cash Flow: $413,000

Construction Testing & Inspection Company

$459,000 - Hemet, CA

$459,000

Hemet, CA

Felizardo Gaxiola

First Choice Business Brokers - Excellence Team

Auto Repair, Smog & Exhaust System And Used Car Sale

Sacramento, CA

Good Clean Turn Key Business...

$225,000

$225,000

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...

$585,000

$585,000

Cash Flow: $272,125

Custom Made Out Door TV Covers

Poway, CA

Established Custom Outdoor TV Cover Business - 17 Years of Success This profitable custom manufacturing business specializes in high-quality outdoor television covers made from durable marine vinyl....

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$100,000

$100,000

Cash Flow: $30,000

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...

$59,000

$59,000

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...

$180,000

$180,000

EBITDA: $70,540

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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$125,000

$125,000

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...

$150,000

$150,000

EBITDA: $66,207

Clear Pest Pros
Franchise

Available in California

Own a Clear Pest Pros franchise and deliver trusted pest control solutions with training, systems, and export support from BELFOR Franchise Group.

$200,000

$200,000

Avg. Unit Revenue: $238,594

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...

$750,000

$750,000

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...

$2,000,000

$2,000,000

Cash Flow: $468,108

SBA Pre-Approved Semi-Absentee 2-Location Kids Hair Salons

$420,000 - Oceanside, CA

$420,000

Oceanside, CA

Felizardo Gaxiola

First Choice Business Brokers - Excellence Team

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:...

$5,000,000

$5,000,000

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...

$290,000

$290,000

Cash Flow: $107,212

Line-x
Franchise

Available Nationwide

Own a proven leader in protective coatings & truck accessories—LINE-X offers high ROI, strong support, and multi-revenue stream potential.

$100,000

$100,000

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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$189,000

$189,000

Cash Flow: $80,000

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...

$170,000

$170,000

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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$20,000

$20,000

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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$170,000

$170,000

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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$398,000

$398,000

Cash Flow: $120,000

Clay Choi

Rocky Realty

Serving Los Angeles County, CA

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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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$59,000

$59,000

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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$28,000

$28,000

Cash Flow: $6,000

San Francisco Bay Area Neurology Practice for Sale

$600,000 - Contra Costa County, CA

$600,000

Contra Costa County, CA

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...

$398,000

$398,000

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...

$1,600,000

$1,600,000

Cash Flow: $408,000

Outdoor Lighting Perspectives
Franchise

Available Nationwide

North America ’s largest , full-service, outdoor lighting franchise, Outdoor Lighting Perspectives (“OLP”) does one thing and only one thing — outdoor lighting (and with a passion for perfection).

$50,000

$50,000

Avg. Unit Revenue: $770,468

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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$550,000

$550,000

Cash Flow: $183,000

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...

$139,000

$139,000

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...

$5,200,000

$5,200,000

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...

$3,400,000

$3,400,000

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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$450,000

$450,000

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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$168,000

$168,000

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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$225,000

$225,000

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...

$5,500,000

$5,500,000

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...

$700,000

$700,000

Cash Flow: $146,577

Assisting Hands Home Care
Franchise

Available in California

Providing Compassionate and Dependable Home Care

$150,000

$150,000

Avg. Unit Revenue: $945,092

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.