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Stable Estate Planning Practice - Seller Seeks Best Fit Buyer

Riverside County, CA

With approximately 170 clients throughout California and annual gross revenues averaging $100,000, this practice offers a stable income stream and strong client loyalty. The Seller seeks the best fit...

$110,000

$110,000

Cash Flow: $100,000

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Optometry Practice For Sale

Canoga Park, CA

You could step into a Great Opportunity nestled in Southern California's San Fernando Valley. This practice is ideal for someone who wants to be their own boss, have work-life balance with schedule...

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$189,000

$189,000

Cash Flow: $400,000

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Retro Diner offered with Property - San Francisco

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

San Francisco, CA

Description: This iconic restaurant is offered with Property. Located in San Francisco's Richmond District, this is a beloved neighborhood diner that has been serving classic American fare since 1959....

$1,450,000

$1,450,000

Cash Flow: $215,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

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Beautiful French Bistro Restaurant for sale in Rolling Hills Estates

Rolling Hills Estates, CA

Located in the lovely Promenade on the Peninsula Mall that includes skating ring, bowling alley (coming soon), movie theater, private preschool and daycare, gym and sport club, retail stores to name a...

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$375,000

$375,000

Two-For-One Turnkey Stretch Franchises

Ventura, CA

Take advantage of these TWO existing stretch franchises and benefit from this fantastic opportunity to step into thriving wellness businesses with a strong foundation. This franchise specializes in...

$560,000

$560,000

Cash Flow: $175,000

trusted electrical service since 1986

Los Angeles County, CA

electrical contracting , performing new construction /residential and commercial/ custom homes/ hotel renovation mayor hotel chains/ all kind of services / q-merit certified for EV charging...

$275,000

$275,000

Turn-Key Opportunity Seeking Immediate Cash Flow

San Pablo, CA

This is a rare chance to acquire a high-performing agency with a strong foundation and built-in potential for expansion. This is a great agency to come into the business and cover expenses so you can...

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$369,000

$369,000

Cash Flow: $234,000

Profitable Turnkey Dry Cleaner in Sherman Oaks | $100K Net | Low Rent

Los Angeles, CA

MORE® is pleased to present an established, full-service dry cleaning business for sale in the heart of Sherman Oaks. Operating at the same location for over 25 years, Rainbow Cleaners offers a...

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$165,000

$165,000

2 Urgent Care and Pediatric Clinics for Sale in CA

California

Highly Profitable Multi Unit Urgent Care Centers in CA. This is a rare opportunity to acquire two well-established and successful medical practices in two of California’s most desirable and...

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Not Disclosed

Not Disclosed

EBITDA: $577,166

Thriving Multi-Unit Fitness Business with Recurring Revenue

Contra Costa County, CA

This multi-unit fitness franchise is thriving with $2.57M in revenue and $753K in cash flow (SDE). With three established locations in high-demand markets, a strong membership base, and a predictable,...

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$3,500,000

$3,500,000

Cash Flow: $753,251

Mediterranean Restaurant – Quick Service - Turnkey & Absentee Run

Riverside, CA

Looking for a clean, modern, and fully equipped restaurant in a super busy Riverside shopping center? This newly remodeled Mediterranean restaurant is designed for quick service and is ready for a...

$149,888

$149,888

Profitable Auto Repair Shop, 40+ Years Reputation, San Diego, CA

Poway, CA

This is a rare opportunity to acquire a long-established, family-owned auto repair shop specializing in Japanese vehicles. With apx 40 years of continuous operation, this shop is a trusted name in its...

$495,000

$495,000

Cash Flow: $253,785

Soundproofing Design, Consultation and Installation

$750,000 - San Francisco, CA

$750,000

San Francisco, CA

Michelle Koblas

First Choice Business Brokers-SF Bay

Orange County Restoration Business

Orange County, CA

This business is equipped with system-wide tools and relationships, including access to a national preferred vendor network, insurance carrier integrations, and operational infrastructure that...

$1,200,000

$1,200,000

EBITDA: $499,377

Hospice for Sale with active census and under cap

Los Angeles County, CA

Fully operational hospice in good standing, currently under hospice cap. Has a contract with Blueshield....

$480,000

$480,000

Linn Crader

Murphy Business - Pacific Northwest & Los Angeles

Serving Los Angeles County, CA

Murphy Business is one of the largest business brokerage firms in North America. Professional experienced intermediaries provide the following unsurpassed brokerage services: - Our affiliations with National and International Business Brokerages and Merger & Acquisition associations assure sellers the best exposure when Selling a Business or Buying a Business - Skilled intermediaries provide assistance in Mergers and Acquisitions. - Business Valuation Services performed by qualified professionals - We uncover the Best Franchise Opportunity for a buyer - Experienced certified appraisal professionals perform Equipment Appraisals - Our experienced Commercial Real Estate Brokers assist with site selection Our regional offices cover Oregon, Washington and the Los Angeles metropolitan area.

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Great Restaurant Opportunity-Busy-Location-Profitable!!

Half Moon Bay, CA

Here is your chance to step into and own a turn-key, busy and profitable restaurant in a super location!! Located on the San Mateo coast in a busy shopping center this restaurant offers 1700 square...

$279,000

$279,000

Cash Flow: $135,000

Profitable Tea House & Dessert Café – Prime Costa Mesa Location

Costa Mesa, CA

Profitable Tea House & Dessert Café – Prime Costa Mesa Location Turnkey Operation with Established Clientele & Strong Sales Step into a thriving Tea House & Dessert Café located in the heart of Costa...

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$100,000

$100,000

Northern California Truck Accessory Business - SC2244

California

Northern California Truck Accessory Business - SC2244 Financial Information Asking Price: $495,000 Cash Flow: $175,000 Gross Revenue: $1,250,000 Down Payment: $495,000 Adjusted EBITDA: On request This...

$495,000

$495,000

Cash Flow: $175,000

Commercial & Gov't Tile & Terrazzo Contractor

Los Angeles County, CA

With over $7.5M in contracted backlog, this well-established commercial tile contractor is an ideal acquisition target for another tile or construction company looking to expand into larger commercial...

$3,400,000

$3,400,000

Cash Flow: $297,842

Pool Service Route - Temecula, CA

Temecula, CA

JOIN A BILLION DOLLAR INDUSTRY WITH UNLIMITED POTENTIAL! OWN YOUR OWN THRIVING POOL SERVICE ROUTE WITH RECURRING POSITIVE CASH FLOW. Great opportunity to dive into a well-established Pool Service...

$257,485

$257,485

Cash Flow: $105,000

Pool Service Route - Woodland, CA

Woodland, CA

JOIN A BILLION DOLLAR INDUSTRY WITH UNLIMITED POTENTIAL! OWN YOUR OWN THRIVING POOL SERVICE ROUTE WITH RECURRING POSITIVE CASH FLOW. Great part time route in nice areas. This 2-day route consists of...

$61,140

$61,140

Cash Flow: $60,000

Pool Service Route - Roseville, CA

Roseville, CA

JOIN A BILLION DOLLAR INDUSTRY WITH UNLIMITED POTENTIAL! OWN YOUR OWN THRIVING POOL SERVICE ROUTE WITH RECURRING POSITIVE CASH FLOW. Easy 1-day route in nice areas of Roseville and Gramite Bay. This...

$19,356

$19,356

Cash Flow: $20,000

Established San Francisco Day Spa with 25+ years of Trusted Service

$200,000 - San Francisco, CA

$200,000

San Francisco, CA

Nick Ramsey

First Choice Business Brokers-SF Bay

Pool Service Route - Roseville, CA

Roseville, CA

JOIN A BILLION DOLLAR INDUSTRY WITH UNLIMITED POTENTIAL! OWN YOUR OWN THRIVING POOL SERVICE ROUTE WITH RECURRING POSITIVE CASH FLOW. Easy part time route in desirable areas. This route consists of 37...

$63,504

$63,504

Cash Flow: $64,000

Profitable Pet Grooming Business

California

Well-established pet grooming and retail business available in the East Bay. This profitable operation has built a loyal customer base by offering trusted grooming services and quality pet products in...

$79,000

$79,000

Cash Flow: $43,128

Afghan GROCERY STORE & RESTAURANT FOR SALE

Sacramento, CA

AFGHAN GROCERY STORE & RESTAURANT FOR SALE Mosa market & restaurant (Halal) 2424 Del Paso Blvd, Sacramento, CA 95815 Asking Price: 179,000 (Negotiable Price - Price is included all items, appliances...

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$160,000

$160,000

Cash Flow: $192,000

Hospice Care & Home Health Care Agencies Combo-Over 36 Months-Turnkey

Temecula, CA

Very Clean-Well Established -Operatinal-Profitable-Outpatient Hospice Care And Home Health Care Agencies In Temecula, Riverside County. Both Agencies Are Over 36 Months Rule-100% CHOW Right Away!...

$999,000

$999,000

Plumbing Business - 24 Year Legacy, Long Contracts

Los Angeles County, CA

Are you ready to take over a thriving plumbing business with a rich history of 24 years of exceptional service? Here's your chance to own a well-established plumbing business with a 24-year legacy of...

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$200,000

$200,000

Cash Flow: $175,000

Pool Service Route- Wilton, CA

Wilton, CA

***PRICE REDUCED*** JOIN A BILLION DOLLAR INDUSTRY WITH UNLIMITED POTENTIAL! OWN YOUR OWN THRIVING POOL SERVICE ROUTE WITH RECURRING POSITIVE CASH FLOW. Nice well established starter route in Wilton,...

$25,520

$25,520

Cash Flow: $25,000

Clean & Green Self Serve Car Washes for Sale (Portfolio)

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Lompoc, CA

Whether you are highly experienced with the carwash businesses or newer to the carwash industry, this 2 unit portfolio is an excellent opportunity for you. The 178 Burton Mesa Blvd and 1112 E Ocean...

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$1,400,000

$1,400,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Well Established Salon For Sale

Long Beach, CA

Turnkey Salon Opportunity in the Heart of Belmont Shore! • Prime Location: Located in the vibrant Belmont Shore community with excellent foot and car traffic. This spot has been home to just two...

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$125,000

$125,000

Growing Residential and Commercial Demolition Company

Ventura County, CA

This growing residential and commercial demolition company operates with a C21 Building Moving and Demolition License and services Ventura and Los Angeles Counties. The business offers a wide range of...

$275,000

$275,000

Cash Flow: $195,000

Established Electric Bike Store - Turnkey High Growth Opportunity

$275,000 - San Jose, CA

$275,000

San Jose, CA

Michelle Koblas

First Choice Business Brokers-SF Bay

Turnkey Boutique Wine & Spirits Shop – MUST SELL - MAKE ANY OFFER!

Emeryville, CA

Established Since Late 2024, Featuring Imported International Wine & Beer with an Ever Changing Selection, Hand Crafted Whiskeys, Bourbons, Tequila & Sake from All Around The World! Curated Sipping...

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$150,000

$150,000

Profitable Chinese Restaurant,Prime Woodland Hills – 25+ Years in Biz

Woodland Hills, CA

Asking Price: $250,000 Location: Woodland Hills, CA (Ventura Blvd Corridor) Real Estate: Leasehold Rent: $9,600/month (includes NNN) Sq Ft: Approx. 3,000 SF Seating: Indoor: ~100 | Outdoor Patio...

$250,000

$250,000

Central California Education's Finest Tutoring Center

Visalia, CA

Established, Turn-Key, and Ready to Grow! This is your chance to own a successful and well-established Tutoring Center. Located in a thriving community, this center has over 100 Google 5 star ratings,...

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$65,000

$65,000

Cash Flow: $52,000

motorcycles shop repair, service, tires and UHAUL rental dealer

Monrovia, CA

Nice opportunity to own a 12 years established motorcycle repair, service and tires business which have also TOP 100 UHAUL rental dealer with loyalty customers. Workshop spaces 2400sf and $3180...

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$300,000

$300,000

Profitable Mexican Restaurant Franchise. Turnkey Highland, CA Location

Highland, CA

Own a Thriving Mexican Fusion Franchise in Highland, CA! This is a turnkey opportunity to own a successful Fuego Cravings franchise, known for its unique fusion of authentic Mexican flavors with a...

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$295,000

$295,000

Cash Flow: $144,000

Profitable Established Antique Shop for Sale

Arroyo Grande, CA

This is an opportunity to own and operate a successful well established Antique shop....

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$185,000

$185,000

Recession Resistant Northern California Mail Center Franchise - SC2186

California

Recession Resistant Northern California Mail Center Franchise - SC2186 Financial Information Asking Price: $200,000 Cash Flow: $108,000 Gross Revenue: $225,000 Down Payment: $200,000 This Northern...

$200,000

$200,000

Cash Flow: $108,000

Ajay Singh

California Business Broker

Serving Santa Clara County, CA

California Business Broker (CBB) has sold over 600 businesses over 25 years. CBB specializes in buying and selling both franchise and non-franchise Businesses like Gas stations, Car wash, Laundromats, Convenience stores, Liquor stores, Fast food restaurants, Bars, and Grills. We will provide you with one of the most extensive databases analyses that will aid you in making the best decisions alongside the process of escrow. We have extensive experience working with SBA, conventional lenders, and hard loan money lenders.

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Mayweather Boxing + Fitness Gym! Price Reduction! Ready to sell!

Clovis, CA

Great location for a 2,100 SQFT boxing gym. Fully staffed, class schedules with certified instructors, weekly fitness classes. This is the premier boxing-centric High Intensity Interval Training...

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$110,000

$110,000

Cash Flow: $60,000

Established Medical and Cosmetic Practice

Los Angeles, CA

This established practice in West Los Angeles/Brentwood combines an full-service Family Medicine practice with a cosmetic medical practice Both are under the supervision of the physician but the...

$495,000

$495,000

Cash Flow: $370,000

Wellness Franchise Group in Riverside/San Bernadino, CA | $2.3M SDE

$11,250,000 - Riverside County, CA

$11,250,000

Riverside County, CA

Britt Clas

Earned Exits Business Brokers

Profitable + Turn Key Home Staging Business

Santa Clara, CA

Exceptionally well organized and resourced home staging business. All inventory is owned and much of it was purchased in 2024-2025. 2 vehicles are included in the sale. Last 3 years of business are...

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$450,000

$450,000

Cash Flow: $248,323

Highly Profitable, Well-Established Main Street Restaurant

Murphys, CA

Opportunity in the heart of Murphys! For 33 years, this highly profitable, fully equipped restaurant has been a beloved staple on bustling Main Street, drawing both locals and tourists. Serving...

$685,000

$685,000

Established Lifestyle Retailer (Books, Gifts & Svcs) Prime Location

Los Angeles County, CA

Established Lifestyle Retailer (Books, Gifts & Services) Prime Location Los Angeles County Own a Lifestyle Brand with Deep Community Roots This is your chance to acquire a well-established specialty...

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$495,000

$495,000

Cash Flow: $220,000

Long Beach Pool Service Route for Sale

Orange County, CA

Nice starter route. Additional revenue from filter cleans. Own your own recession-proof business. Create your own schedule - no evenings or weekends. Work from home or an office. Unlimited earnings...

$12,600

$12,600

Cash Flow: $14,500

San Ramon Pool Service Route for Sale

Alameda County, CA

This pool service route offers stable recurring revenue from long-term customers on consistent billing cycles, concentrated in San Ramon for minimal drive time and maximum efficiency. Pools are small,...

$21,600

$21,600

Cash Flow: $24,000

Chance to Own Sierra Mountain Sporting Good Store and Rental Shop

California

Looking for the perfect opportunity to own a business, captain your ship and escape the rat race? Here’s your chance. Reach out for more information about a rare sporting goods store specializing in...

$1,350,000

$1,350,000

Cash Flow: $383,506

Very Busy Dry Cleaners Agency and Low price

La Mirada, CA

1). Monthly gross is $ 13,000 per month 2). Monthly rents $ 2,580 + $800 NNN 3).1 year Lease 4). size is approx.900 SF. 5). The average net income possible is $ 8,000 PER MONTH + 6). 6-day business,...

$80,000

$80,000

Cash Flow: $96,000

Kids Party Rentals

Burbank, CA

Modern clean up kept kid's party rental! 5 stars on yelp! We have a business van with our logo on it (Ford transit white mid roof clean title) that is included in this sale! Sale includes kid's tables...

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$49,750

$49,750

Cybersecurity SaaS Platform with Stable Clients & Growth Runway

San Diego County, CA

California-based SaaS provider of a patented email encryption platform designed for regulated industries where secure communication is mission-critical. As a market-leading technology provider for...

$2,270,000

$2,270,000

Auto Body + Paint + Collision Facility

Gardena, CA

1. AutoBody & Paint Shop for Sale in City of Gardena This shop completed a full build-out in 2022 with modern facilities and equipment. It is fully licensed with a City of Gardena license, AQMD...

$190,000

$190,000

Cash Flow: $120,912

High Growth Steady Profit Generating Womens Boutique

Ventura County, CA

Established upscale women's clothing and accessory boutique located in a highly desirable market with easy access from San Fernando Valley, Calabasas, Thousand Oaks and Santa Barbara, generating...

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$289,000

$289,000

Cash Flow: $160,000

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.