San Jose, CA
I'm selling my side-gig doing Claw Machine Catering for events (weddings, birthdays, corporate, etc.). This has been a great business and money maker with EXTREMELY HIGH PROFIT MARGINS, but it's time...
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Claw Machine Catering Business FOR SALE! 700% PROFITS *WORK 3DAYS/WEEK
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Dental office in the heart of Korea Town
Los Angeles, CA
Exceptional opportunity to acquire a well-established, profitable dental practice in the heart of Koreatown. After serving the community for 19 successful years, the owner is retiring, creating an...
Highly Profitable & Established Dry Cleaner in Premium Coastal OC
Orange County, CA
Presenting an outstanding opportunity to acquire a highly profitable, long established dry cleaning business operating in a premium Orange County Coastal location. Generating $477,000 in annual...
Cash Flow: $144,000
Patented Adaptive Kayaking Brand | High-Growth, Underserved Market
San Luis Obispo County, CA
Angle Oar is a patented, category-defining adaptive kayaking company focused on expanding access for people with strength and mobility limitations. With over 100 million potential users in the U.S....
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High-Volume Destination Restaurant & Exclusive Event Venue
Livermore, CA
This is a rare opportunity to acquire an established, profitable, full-service American Fusion restaurant and premier event destination strategically located within a high-traffic Municipal Airport...
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Smoke shop
Baldwin Park, CA
Located in high traffic area, in beautiful shopping center next to Metro Pc, Dollar Tree, Planet Fitness, Auto Zone and La Michoacana, also next to the community center....
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Cash Flow: $135,000
Profitable Online Pet Marketplace
Santa Monica, CA
Established online marketplace serving the pet community with focus on connecting breeders and pet seekers. This fully operational business generates $16,800 in annual revenue with $13,200 in cash...
Cash Flow: $13,200
Fabulous, Well Established Business
Mammoth Lakes, CA
Established HVAC and Sheet Metal Fabrication Business - Mammoth Lakes, CA This highly regarded heating, air conditioning, and sheet metal fabrication business has been serving the Mammoth Lakes...
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Cash Flow: $495,428
Charming Olive Oil, Wine Tasting Ranch near Temecula - Price Reduced!
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Aguanga, CA
Rare Southern California Agritourism, Winery & Event Venue Opportunity ***Dramatic Price Reduction - Was $3.9M just reduced to $2.9M*** Olive View Ranch presents a rare opportunity to acquire an...
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High Traffic Smoke Shop Great Location
Orange County, CA
This established smoke shop represents a compelling acquisition opportunity in Orange County, featuring ten years of continuous operations and proven financial performance. The business maintains a...
Window Genie
Franchise
Available Nationwide
Ranked as a top Window Cleaning/Pressure Washing franchise by 2026 Entrepreneur Franchise 500®. $475K average gross sales!*
Avg. Unit Revenue: $475,638
Premier RF Testing Equipment Manufacturer
San Diego County, CA
This established Southern California manufacturer produces precision RF and cable test equipment, specializing in Time Domain Reflectometers (TDRs), Vector Network Analyzers (VNAs), and SWR meters....
Cash Flow: $1,238,811
Turnkey Self-service Printing & Photo Shop in Downtown Claremont
Claremont, CA
Turnkey self-service photo and printing shop located inside a well-established multi-business retail location in Claremont, California. The business provides convenient self-service passport and ID...
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Cash Flow: $7,000
Established Amazon FBA Beauty & Essentials Store with Internet Sales |
$120,000
El Monte, CA
Mailbox Rental, Packaging & Shipping Ctr Glendale 46-Yr In Operation
Glendale, CA
Well-established mailbox rental, packaging, and shipping center operating continuously for 46 years at the same Glendale, California location. The business offers private mailbox rentals,...
Cash Flow: $71,000
Highly-profitable Fully Online 27-Yr Hair-Care E-commerce, No Emp's
Los Angeles County, CA
Rare opportunity to acquire a long-established, fully online hair-care products business with approximately 27 years of operating history and no employees required to run the day-to-day model. Founded...
Cash Flow: $267,731
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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Flower Shop with Consistent Sales | Ready for New Owner
Moreno Valley, CA
Established floral and gift business with nearly 6 years of operating history and approximately $200,000 in annual revenue. The business has built a strong reputation, loyal customer base, established...
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Cash Flow: $80,000
Downtown Danville Turnkey Restaurant for Sale
Danville, CA
This established restaurant operation represents a premium dining opportunity in downtown Danville's affluent market. The business has demonstrated strong market acceptance since commencing operations...
Danville Turnkey, Upscale Dining, with Owner Financing Available
Danville, CA
This established American restaurant represents a premier dining destination in downtown Danville, Contra Costa County, offering a comprehensive full-service dining experience with demonstrated market...
Established Wine Shop & Tasting Room in Downtown San Luis Obispo
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...
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Cash Flow: $50,000
Award Winning Pickled Veggie Business w/Loyal Customer Base
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...
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Cash Flow: $41,000
Homestretch
Franchise
Available Nationwide
Perfect for today's housing market. The HOMEstretch franchise is an innovative home services concept that focuses exclusively on preparing homes for sale through fast, cosmetic improvements
Avg. Unit Revenue: $385,818
20-Acre Farm with Fruit Trees, Greenhouses & Ranch Home & 20-Acre Land
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
Successful Medical Spa 17 years in business
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...
Turn-Key Medical Clinic- Aesthetically Pleasing & Modern!
$675,000
San Diego, CA
Established Tutoring Business - Multi Location Opportunity
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...
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Gun Store For Sale !!!
Montebello, CA
POSSIBLE OWNER FINANCING !!! Imagine owning a thriving gun store in Montebello's Alameda County market - this could be your next successful venture. You'll step into an established firearms retail...
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Cash Flow: $130,000
Large Vending Location
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
High Demand Franchise Opportunity in Alameda - Strong Profits
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......
Coffee Shop - Turnkey
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...
Turnkey Restaurant – El Dorado County – Purchase or Lease Takeover
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" Premium Turn-Key Restaurant
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,...
Mosquito Joe
Franchise
Available Nationwide
Ranked as a top Pest Control franchise by 2026 Entrepreneur Franchise 500®. 88% recurring customers!*
Avg. Unit Revenue: $376,414
Seller Financing Available - Auto Repair Shop
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
Mexican Restaurant with Property
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...
Restaurant & Bar - Full Liquor(ABC-Type 47) - High Net
$500,000
Corona, CA
Established Pasta Manufacturing Company + Real Estate in SF Bay Area
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...
Profitable Pizza Restaurant - Located on Major Blvd
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...
Sam the Concrete Man
Franchise
Available in California
Concrete Systems. Concrete Results. Concrete Profits.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $998,115
SBA Loan approved! Historic Cafe with Beer & Wine License
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...
High-Traffic Modesto Franchise Location For Sale
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...
Seller Financed -Absentee Owned Liquidation & Overstock Retailer
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
Used Auto Dealership & Truck Rental - Inventory Included - San Diego
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
Absentee Owned - Mexican Restaurant
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
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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Lake Tahoe’s most Authentic Italian Food & Pizza
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:...
Profitable Pizza Restaurant with Full Kitchen in Prime Corner Location
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...
Established Medspa for Regenerative & Holistic Treatments
$1,405,000
Los Angeles County, CA
Donut shop with Downtown
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
Established Artisan Gelato & Pastry Shop
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
Heaven's Best Carpet and Upholstery Cleaning
Franchise
Available in California
The Heaven's Best franchise organization, consistently ranked in the Top 50 Franchisee Satisfaction Awards, is dedicated to developing and supporting franchised business that provide quality residential and commercial cleaning services. Heaven's Best is a step above the rest. Benefit from unlimited growth potential with this unique, environmentally friendly carpet cleaning franchise. You will benefit from the low royalty fees, exclusive territories, Dry in One Hour cleaning process, training and support.
Commercial Tree Trimming + Real Estate
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
Restaurant w/Full Bar
Redondo Beach, CA
Redondo Beach Restaurant FOR SALE Newly freshened up Restaurant with massive kitchen work area, full bar Type 47 license, catering, entertainment, outdoor patio, and private parking lot. This...
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Custom Manufacturing Business with 35+ Year Track Record
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
Semi-Absentee Egyptian Restaurant
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
Heavy Civil Grading and Site Improvement Contractor for Sale
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
Seller Financing Available - Boutique Dog Grooming Salon for Sale
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
Profitable Shop specializing in offroad lift kit, wheels and tires
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...
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Cash Flow: $200,000
Own a Successful Salon & Beauty Supply Store in a Prime Location
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...
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Absentee-Owned Roller Skating & Family Entertainment Center
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
Zion Healing Mental Health
Franchise
Available Nationwide
Zion Healing is redefining the future of mental health and wellness through regenerative medicine, neuroscience, and advanced therapeutic innovation.
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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