San Luis Obispo, CA
One-of-a-kind opportunity to own and operate your own wine business in beautiful downtown San Luis Obispo. This established wine shop has loyal following amongst the locals and tourists. The location...

San Luis Obispo, CA
One-of-a-kind opportunity to own and operate your own wine business in beautiful downtown San Luis Obispo. This established wine shop has loyal following amongst the locals and tourists. The location...
Cash Flow: $50,000

Orange County, CA
This is an establish, award-winning pickle and specialty pickled vegetable business with consistent cash flow, strong brand recognition, and significant growth potential. The business has received...
Cash Flow: $41,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Lucerne Valley, CA
This is a rare, income-ready agricultural opportunity that perfectly blends productivity, sustainability, and peaceful country living. The farm features 20 acres of mature, fruit-producing orchards,...
Cash Flow: $33,748
San Diego, CA
Established Medical Spa - San Diego's Leader in Advanced Anti-Aging This highly successful medical spa has been serving San Diego for 17 years, building a reputation as the region's leader in advanced...
Milpitas, CA
This is a premier opportunity to acquire a high-performing cluster of three established tutoring centers in affluent Bay Area communities. These locations have been strategically developed to dominate...
Victorville, CA
Location is open 7 days a week. I fill up every Friday. Keep all the money, no commission, Great part time work. I spend 2 hours a week on location. I pull out about 115.00 cash daily. I will train...
Cash Flow: $23,500
Alameda County, CA
High Demand Franchise Opportunity in Alameda - Strong Profits for a Owner Operator! Below Market Lease will be Assigned! ~25% Revenue Increase Year-to-Year Added Franchisor Perks in Description......
Banning, CA
Why start from scratch when the hard work has already been done? An incredible opportunity to acquire the assets of a beautifully built-out, brand-new coffee shop with over $120,000 invested in the...
El Dorado Hills, CA
Rare opportunity to acquire a beautifully built-out, fully equipped restaurant and wine bar in desirable El Dorado Hills, California. This approximately 2.200 sq. ft. restaurant and features a...
Larkspur, CA
An exceptional turnkey restaurant opportunity in prime Larkspur, offering a ready-to-operate space for a café, bakery, light dining, or specialty food concept. The business features strong sales,...
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Own a high-margin home renovation business transforming kitchens, exteriors, roofs & more without costly replacements.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $557,539
Palm Desert, CA
This well-established auto repair shop has been serving the Palm Desert and Coachella Valley community for more than 40 years, building a loyal customer base through a reputation for honesty, quality...
Cash Flow: $170,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Riverside, CA
Olivia’s is a long-established Mexican restaurant in Riverside with a loyal customer base that spans generations of local families. The business generates approximately $1.6 million in annual gross...
$228,000
Millbrae, CA
California
Established Pasta Manufacturing Company + Real Estate located in the San Francisco Bay Area RRC#5375 Asking Price: $3,000,000 Location: San Francisco Bay Area Monthly Rent: Real Estate Included...
Ventura County, CA
Profitable Pizza Restaurant - Located on Major Blvd RRC#5380 Asking Price: $299,000 Location: Ventura County Annual Revenue: Contact for Info Annual Cash Flow: $180,000 Monthly Rent: $7,000 Listing...
Breeze Singh
HomeSmart ICARE Realty
Serving Sacramento County, CA
Team Singh is the ideal choice for commercial and business sales in California, offering unparalleled industry expertise, strategic insight, and a commitment to client success. With over nine years of real estate experience, the team has expertly navigated complex transactions for small businesses to large commercial properties. As one of California’s top-performing real estate groups, Team Singh consistently delivers results that exceed client expectations even in challenging markets. The team's strengths are enhanced by its diverse educational background, with members holding advanced degrees such as MBAs in Marketing and Human Resources. Fluent in English, Hindi, and Punjabi, the team effectively serves a broad clientele, ensuring seamless communication and personalized service. Their skill in business acquisitions, property evaluations, and lease negotiations is complemented by a focus on providing custom solutions to meet every client’s unique goals. Team Singh’s strong network of investors, developers, brokers, and business leaders ensures smooth transactions and optimal outcomes. Team Singh’s dedication to exceptional service has earned accolades, such as recognition in HomeSmart International’s Top 50 Chairman’s Club and Rising Star honors by the Sacramento Association of Realtors (SAR). Leadership within industry organizations, including serving as SAR’s President-Elect, showcases Team Singh's influence and commitment to elevating professional standards, ethics, and client service. In California’s competitive market, Team Singh stands out as trusted advisors, skilled negotiators, and strategic partners. The team is dedicated to maximizing investment potential and delivering high-quality, personalized service tailored to each client’s business objectives. Choose Team Singh for your next commercial transaction to experience a combination of unmatched expertise, dedication, and results-driven service.
Vacaville, CA
SBA Loan approved! Historic Cafe with Beer & Wine License Located next to busy Town Square. Solano County RRC#5376 Asking Price: $699,000 Location: Solano County Annual Revenue: $1,385,000 Annual Cash...
Modesto, CA
High-Traffic Modesto Franchise Location For Sale RRC#5373 Offered at $120,000 Location: Stanislaus County Annual Revenue: $580,702 Annual Cash Flow: Contact for Info Monthly Rent: $8343+NNN/CAM...
Colton, CA
This well-established value retail business combines liquidation merchandise, bin shopping, and a 99¢-style retail section, offering customers a broad selection of affordable products. Its...
Cash Flow: $210,000
San Diego, CA
Independent used vehicle dealership operating from a leased lot in San Diego. The business retails pre-owned cars and light trucks in the value price segment and additionally serves as an authorized...
Cash Flow: $85,522
San Ysidro, CA
This established fast-casual restaurant is located in South San Diego and offers a value-driven menu featuring a combination of popular Mexican-American favorites and classic comfort food. Developed...
Cash Flow: $40,000
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Restoring What Matters Most™ - Full-Service Property Restoration
Avg. Unit Revenue: $406,008
Nevada County, CA
Lake Tahoe’s most Authentic Italian Food & Pizza Located in a Mountain Playground of Natural Beauty. RRC#5371 Offered at $290,000 Location: Nevada County Annual Revenue: $1,634,000 Annual Cash Flow:...
San Francisco County, CA
Profitable Pizza Restaurant with Full Kitchen in Prime Corner Location near Nob Hill RRC# 5370 Asking Price: $195,000 Location: San Francisco County Annual Revenue: $448,172 Annual Cash Flow: $83,844...
$4,800,000
Orange County, CA
San Bernardino, CA
Donut shop with Delli in San Bernadino Down that is very busy area. Many State building and city. You can add Hamburger on it 1). gross sales is $360,000 a year 2). Monthly rents $ 3,223 Including NNN...
Cash Flow: $145,000
Riverside County, CA
Owner-operated artisan gelato and European pastry shop located along the I-15 corridor in Southwest Riverside County. Established under current ownership for nearly a decade, the business has built a...
Cash Flow: $80,153
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
San Diego, CA
This well-established tree care and vegetation management company has built a strong reputation by providing professional arborist services to residential, commercial, municipal, and property...
Cash Flow: $1,037,413
Santa Ana, CA
This custom cabinetry and millwork manufacturing business has been in continuous operation since 1987, serving residential and commercial clients across Orange County, Los Angeles, and San Diego. This...
Cash Flow: $92,794
San Diego, CA
Well-established Egyptian restaurant and café situated in a high-traffic corridor near a major college campus, benefiting from constant student and neighborhood foot traffic. The business offers...
Cash Flow: $91,200
Temecula, CA
Established in 1994, this Southern California-based heavy civil and general engineering contractor offers more than three decades of industry experience. The company specializes in mass grading and...
Cash Flow: $4,560,000
San Dimas, CA
Boutique dog grooming salon in San Dimas with an established repeat client base, a mostly one-on-one and kennel-free service model, great monthly rent with very low utility cost, lease through April...
Cash Flow: $61,000
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You've Built Businesses for Others. Now Build One for Yourself. TemperaturePro gives you the systems, marketing, training, and support to build a valuable and lucrative HVAC business in an essential industry.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $1,436,986
Whittier, CA
This established business has a great social media following and does a high volume business of off road vehicle customization. It is a tire shop with a showroom on Whittier Blvd, as well as a three...
Cash Flow: $200,000
Lake Elsinore, CA
Well-Established Salon Business for Sale – Prime Lake Elsinore Location Take advantage of this exceptional opportunity to own a well-established salon business that has been successfully owned and...
$1,000,000
Los Angeles, CA
Yucaipa, CA
Opportunity to acquire a modern, all-ages family entertainment center offering roller skating, arcade games, food and beverages, birthday parties, group outings, and private events.The business...
Cash Flow: $65,000
Laguna Niguel, CA
An opportunity to acquire a highly respected, well-established acupuncture practice in Laguna Niguel, California, one of Orange County's most desirable coastal communities. **Established Reputation &...
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Empower families, strengthen communities, and grow a business with real meaning. Own a SafeSplash Swim School—Where Purpose Meets Profit.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $563,474
Stockton, CA
Established Indian Restaurant for Sale – Prime Stockton Location Rare opportunity to acquire a well-established Indian restaurant with 17 years of successful operation in one of Stockton's busiest...
Cash Flow: $179,000
Chico, CA
This established HVAC service company operates as a home-based enterprise serving the Chico, California market with comprehensive heating, ventilation, and air conditioning solutions. The business has...
Cash Flow: $114,000
Westminster, CA
Great opportunity to own a well-established smog check business with strong income and loyal customers. Buyer has the option to purchase the business only or both the business and free standing...
Cash Flow: $210,000
San Jose, CA
High-End Profitable Salon | Established Market Leader in North San Jose This premium hair salon represents an exceptional opportunity to acquire a thriving beauty business in one of Silicon Valley's...
Cash Flow: $250,000
La Crescenta-Montrose, CA
Majestic Laser System is a fully developed, turnkey laser engraving and souvenir production business established in 2001 with over two decades of proven commercial success. This home-based,...
Michael Faust
First Choice Business Brokers Van Nuys
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
First Choice business Brokers Van Nuys is an independently owned and operated office of First Choice business Brokers. The Broker/Owner of this office has been with the company for nearly two decades. Established in 1994, First Choice Business Brokers has grown to become one of the largest organizations in the U.S. specializing in business sales. We have listed and managed the sale of over $8.5 billion in businesses for sale. Buyers and sellers alike can enjoy the ease and expertise of a national network of professional business brokers. If you are a business owner, whether you feel that a disposition of your business is right around the corner or years in the future, you can be provided with a Current Market Analysis that will give you a very good idea of the value of your business today. Also, you may receive recommendations for changes that could result in a dramatic increase in the value of your business by the time you are ready to sell. If you are interested in buying a business, your representative from First Choice Business Brokers Van Nuys has the background and training to guide you through the process, negotiate on your behalf effectively and manage the close of the sale. This will enable you to find and acquire the business opportunity of your choice and complete a purchase with confidence that it's being handled in a competent, professional and efficient manner. Call the office at First Choice Business Brokers Van Nuys and take advantage of the power of a unified, national organization designed to provide business buyers and sellers with the highest levels of service, integrity and confidentiality available in the industry! (818) 810-4242
Ventura County, CA
Established in 1989, this premier landscape design and installation company has built an exceptional reputation over 37 years serving the affluent communities of Ojai Valley, Santa Barbara,...
Cash Flow: $300,000
San Diego, CA
An established coffee and snack shop located within a recreational Center in San Diego. Strategically positioned in the center of the facility, the business benefits from constant foot traffic...
Cash Flow: $110,000
$8,000,000
Orange County, CA
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Chico, CA
Panama Bar and Restaurant Turn Key, with ABC type 47 Established bar and restaurant operation presents a compelling commercial real estate investment opportunity in downtown Chico, strategically...
Vacaville, CA
ESTABLISHED DOWNTOWN RESTAURANT - NAPA VALLEY STYLE This premier American restaurant in Vacaville's downtown core represents an exceptional acquisition opportunity for investors seeking a profitable,...
Cash Flow: $125,000
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The Leading Outdoor Living Designer and Builder
Avg. Unit Revenue: $989,768
Placentia, CA
GMP Supplement & OTC Manufacturer in CA – Huge Growth Potential is a privately held contract manufacturer specializing in dietary supplements and over-the-counter (OTC) drug products . Established in...
Cash Flow: $380,000
Los Angeles, CA
First Team Real Estate Commercial is proud to present a rare opportunity to acquire a well-established, owner-operated eyewear manufacturing and wholesale business with more than 27 years of industry...
Upland, CA
Awarded Top 3 Pizza Restaurant in Upland – BusinessRate 2025 Excellent opportunity to acquire a fully renovated, turnkey pizza and hot chicken restaurant with strong cash flow at an attractive asking...
EBITDA: $196,868
Fontana, CA
Established and diversified mobile cleaning, pressure washing and detailing business serving residential and commercial customers throughout Southern California. Operating since 2021, the business has...
Cash Flow: $90,000
Los Angeles, CA
Vertically Integrated Manufacturing Platform: Established SoCal manufacturer with specialized in-house plastic extrusion and packaging capabilities. Broad Product & Manufacturing Capabilities:...
Cash Flow: $333,518
California
BUSINESS HIGHLIGHTS The Company is an established provider of home health and hospice services. The Company’s healthcare team is composed of nurses, therapists, and other skilled healthcare...
EBITDA: $375,000
California
BUSINESS HIGHLIGHTS The Company operate a differentiated early childhood education platform serving families throughout its local metropolitan area. Founded in 2014 and acquired/expanded under current...
EBITDA: $604,000
Petaluma, CA
This established Japanese sushi restaurant presents a compelling investment opportunity in Petaluma's prime commercial corridor. Located in a high-visibility shopping plaza with direct access to the...
Butte County, CA
This well-established Northern California full-service restaurant offers a compelling opportunity to acquire a proven operation with more than $1 million in annual revenue, an experienced management...
Cash Flow: $31,874
Available in California
Looking for a business and lifestyle you love? Check out Pizza Factory–Awesome since 1978! Our franchisees are living the good life in a casual atmosphere that’s free of the limits of the rat race. For single and multi-unit operators, we offer generous territories with streamlined start-up costs and flexible fast-casual and quick-service buildout models. Pizza Factory specializes in vast menu offerings, serving fresh, never frozen hand-tossed pizza, pasta, wings, sandwiches, salads, beer, wine and more. Awards include: Top 6 Food and Beverage franchise by both Franchise Business Review and QSR Magazine, PMQ’s Pizza Magazine’s leading franchises; and Entreprenuer.com’s Franchise 500.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $898,166
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:
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.