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Modern restaurant and Bar for sale in Natomas sacramento

Sacramento, CA

Established restaurant and bar strategically located in the thriving Natomas district of Sacramento, California. This modern culinary establishment operates within a prime 3,150 square foot facility,...

$125,000

$125,000

Lucrative Smoke Shop in a Good Location

Orange County, CA

Well-established smoke shop available in a busy Orange County shopping center with excellent visibility and consistent customer traffic. The business is stocked with a wide selection of in-demand...

$25,000

$25,000

Full ABC 47 + Live Music | 3500 SF South OC Corner Bar-Restaurant

Orange, CA

Full ABC 47 + Live Music | 3500 SF South OC Corner Bar-Restaurant | Irreplaceable Build Out | Asset Sale RRC#5243 Asking Price: $399,000 Location: Orange County Annual Revenue:$1,000,000 Annual Cash...

$399,000

$399,000

High Volume American Restaurant with Full Bar, long established

Huntington Beach, CA

SBA QUALIFIED Buyer Requirements This offering is available to qualified buyers only. Prior to the release of confidential information and execution of a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA), interested...

$1,999,990

$1,999,990

Cash Flow: $600,000

Smoke Shop

Alameda County, CA

$60,000 Net Income—Absentee Owner 26.6% Return on Investment Well-established smoke shop located in the heart of the Bay Area with strong foot and vehicle traffic. The business operates in...

$225,000

$225,000

Well Established Cafe in the Convoy Business District

San Diego, CA

This cafe has been around for 10 years and well known in the Convoy Business District. Over 1800 sq ft with outdoor patio space of 500 sq ft that you don't have to pay for. This is one of the lowest...

$150,000

$150,000

Cash Flow: $100,000

Multi-Channel E-Commerce Apparel Business for Sale Amazon Walmart

Los Angeles County, CA

An exceptional opportunity to acquire a long-standing, profitable e-commerce apparel business with over a decade of operating history and strong infrastructure in place. Founded in 2013, this Southern...

$920,000

$920,000

Cash Flow: $408,852

Freestanding High-Income Laundromat + Real Estate | Turnkey + Staffed

Los Angeles, CA

Compelling opportunity to acquire a freestanding, high-income producing laundromat with underlying real estate in a dense East LA trade area. The property is positioned along a major corridor with...

$7,950,000

$7,950,000

Cash Flow: $610,764

dry cleaners and laundry

Palm Springs, CA

Imagine owning your own established dry cleaning and laundry business in Palm Springs! This is your chance to step into a turnkey operation that's been serving the community for 20 years under the...

$180,000

$180,000

Dry Cleaner for Sale

Burlingame, CA

Established dry cleaning operation featuring innovative wet and dry cleaning combination technology that streamlines operations and reduces specialized skill requirements. This turnkey business...

$110,000

$110,000

Cash Flow: $62,000

Southeast asian restaurant for sale in EL Monte of Los Angeles county

El Monte, CA

Established southeast restaurant operating in El Monte, California, presenting a unique dining concept in the diverse San Gabriel Valley market. Located approximately 12 miles east of downtown Los...

$248,000

$248,000

Turnkey 2-Unit Franchise Near Sacramento – Strong Profits

Sacramento, CA

Rare opportunity to acquire a high-performing, semi-absentee 2-unit sandwich franchise generating strong cash flow in the Greater Sacramento area. With over $1.3M in annual revenue and approximately...

$750,000

$750,000

Cash Flow: $327,304

Great Bell Gardens location with room for expansion

Bell Gardens, CA

In the heart of Bell Gardens, this location has a solid customer base and great reputation. Fully carded store with POS system in place for busy fluff and fold. Along with the existing laundry, there...

$870,000

$870,000

Gross sales $70k rent $3060+nnn=$3700,lease 5 yr+3x5 yr option

San Bernardino, CA

* Seller over 25 years * Rent to go up by 3% on the basis of basic rent ($3,060) annually— you cannot find this low and good terms lease * store size : approx 2,500 soft * Biz hour :8:00am—10:00pm/ no...

$650,000

$650,000

Liquor store+RE(bldg 2315sf,land 17000sf) employees‘ running

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Colton, CA

* Monthly Gross Sales $55,000–65,000 * Biz Hour 7:00am—-11:00pm * Land; 2 lots (9,000 sf + 8000 sf) * You can build multiple unit apt on employ lot behind the building * The store is on major street...

$1,350,000

$1,350,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Berkeley Gilman Restaurant FOR SALE,w/ Central Kitchen Potential!!!!!!

Berkeley, CA

$ RARE OPPORTUNITY: Established Restaurant For Sale Established Restaurant For Sale Berkeley's Gilman District | Arts & Culinary Hub Asking Price: $118,000 – $200,000 Negotiable based on lease terms,...

$118,888

$118,888

Johnathan Choe

TransWorld

Serving Los Angeles County, CA

Transworld Business Advisors is the world leader in the marketing and sales of businesses, mergers and acquisitions, and franchises. Whether you represent an acquisition-minded corporation or are personally interested in owning your own company or new franchise, Transworld Business Advisors offers the professional services that successfully bring buyers and sellers together. Transworld Business Advisors was founded in 1979 in South Florida and quickly grew into one of the largest business brokerage firms in the United States. With more than 300 offices in 49 of the United States and in 19 countries, Transworld Business Advisors is the global leader in helping our clients gain global reach while working with local offices that are owned and operated.

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Established Downtown Restuarant

Santa Barbara, CA

This restaurant is situated in downtown Santa Barbara, within one of the city’s most active dining and pedestrian districts. The location benefits from consistent foot traffic generated by nearby...

$250,000

$250,000

Boutique Spa with Name Brand Recognition Operating Since 2007

Clovis, CA

A boutique spa with name brand recognition operating since 2007. Provides an elite spa experience with membership programs while also carrying top-of-the-line facial products. Highly visible sign...

$49,000

$49,000

Turnkey opportunity of Chinese Restaurant with Beer and Wine license

Redondo Beach, CA

Imagine yourself running a thriving Chinese restaurant just five minutes from Redondo Beach's beautiful coastline. You'll find this gem perfectly positioned on a bustling main street in the heart of...

$280,000

$280,000

Children's Playground and Party Center

Sun Valley, CA

This established children's playground and party center represents a turnkey entertainment business opportunity in Sun Valley, LA County. The facility operates within the Other Entertainment &...

$40,000

$40,000

Profitable, Multi-location Pain Management Practice for Sale

Los Angeles County, CA

Profitable, Multi-location Pain Management Practice for Sale – Southern California Turnkey, Scalable, and Exceptionally Profitable Opportunity The revenues are divided 50/50 between insurance payments...

$45,000,000

$45,000,000

EBITDA: $11,396,701

Well Established Restaurant For Sale.

Woodland, CA

• Proven business model with established revenue streams • Strategic location with ample parking facilities • Developed customer loyalty and repeat business patterns • Operational infrastructure...

$299,000

$299,000

Cash Flow: $240,000

Iconic Pier-Side Seafood Market With Prime Coastal Location

San Luis Obispo County, CA

The market is a pier-based specialty seafood market that leverages a local-first sourcing narrative and strong destination traffic to deliver premium retail seafood sales, with clear expansion...

$75,000

$75,000

Cathedral City Mega Dollar Store

Cathedral City, CA

This Cathedral City Mega Dollar Store presents a turnkey opportunity with a beautifully built-out 3,500 sq ft store, designed for optimal customer flow and product display. The spacious layout allows...

$90,000

$90,000

Cash Flow: $36,000

Distributor of Agricultural Wholesale Gear, Includes $600K Inventory

San Luis Obispo County, CA

This apparel, piece goods, and notions merchant wholesaler specializing in agricultural non-durable goods has been serving Central California since 1989. They offer high-quality gloves, footwear, rain...

$1,400,000

$1,400,000

Cash Flow: $445,000

Commercial Interior Design & Design/Construction Documents

California

BUSINESS HIGHLIGHTS This outstanding acquisition opportunity is an interior design firm for office and business spaces. In addition to commercial interior design the Company also does planning and...

Not Disclosed

Not Disclosed

Cash Flow: $370,000

Second generation restaurant, existing Cafe (Union City)

Union City, CA

Second generation restaurant space perfect for concept conversion. Description: Well-known international Boba tea franchise, offering a variety of premium tea-based drinks. The shop sits in a busy...

$49,500

$49,500

Highly Profitable Fitness Centre With Top of The Line Equipment

Orange County, CA

Turnkey, high-end fitness center featuring brand-new, top-of-the-line equipment, experienced personal trainers, and a strong focus on wellness and recovery. The facility includes dedicated recovery...

$530,000

$530,000

Cash Flow: $223,700

High Traffic Dry Cleaners - Recent Equipment Upgrades

Benicia, CA

Discover the opportunity to own a well established, eco-friendly dry cleaning and laundry business in Benicia, CA. This turnkey operation provides comprehensive on-site services, including dry...

$119,000

$119,000

Shopify-Focused eCommerce Development Agency

Newport Beach, CA

Established in 2015, this is a highly profitable, fully remote Shopify and eCommerce development agency specializing in complex, enterprise-grade website development for mid-market and enterprise...

$275,000

$275,000

EBITDA: $115,079

Absentee run bar and restaurant for sale in Santa Clara

Santa Clara, CA

Established Restaurant and Bar Opportunity in Silicon Valley This profitable restaurant and bar operation presents an exceptional investment opportunity in Santa Clara, California, strategically...

$338,000

$338,000

Electrical Engineering Firm - Electrical Safety System Design

California

BUSINESS HIGHLIGHTS Since its founding, the Company has successfully provided critical infrastructure electrical safety designs to customers and has performed numerous electrical safety system designs...

Not Disclosed

Not Disclosed

Cash Flow: $294,000

Baskin Robbins for Sale in West San Jose, CA

San Jose, CA

***Base rent will go down by $800 starting in July 2026*** Great opportunity for family operators or anyone looking to run their own business. Great potential to increase sales. The store is located...

$275,000

$275,000

Cash Flow: $75,000

Sonoma County Locksmith

Sonoma County, CA

Own a staple of this Sonoma County community. This is a premier, family-owned security solutions provider with over 40 years of proven success. Known for its commitment to trust and customer-first...

$149,000

$149,000

Turnkey Restaurant with Full Liquor available Prime in Echo Park

Los Angeles, CA

Area Highlights: CityStreet Commercial is pleased to present a premier restaurant/wine bar opportunity at 1320 Echo Park Ave. in the heart of Echo Park. Situated just off the iconic Sunset Blvd...

$480,000

$480,000

Quaint 1,200 sq ft Restaurant with Real Estate

El Dorado County, CA

Quaint 1,200 sq ft Restaurant with Real Estate located on Main St in the Sierra Foothills. RRC# 5225 Offered at $685,000 Location: El Dorado County Annual Revenue: Contact for Info Annual Cash Flow:...

$685,000

$685,000

Outdoor Power Equipment Sales & Service, Central Coast, CA

Atascadero, CA

This established outdoor power equipment dealership and service center represents a compelling acquisition opportunity in California's Central Coast market. The business operates as a comprehensive...

$299,000

$299,000

Cash Flow: $140,000

Dental Practcie for Sale- Tarzana, CA

Tarzana, CA

ESTABLISHED DENTAL PRACTICE FOR SALE - TARZANA, CALIFORNIA This well-established dental practice presents an exceptional acquisition opportunity in the heart of the San Fernando Valley. Located on...

$350,000

$350,000

Dental Practice for Sale - 10 Op's Inglewood

Inglewood, CA

ESTABLISHED DENTAL PRACTICE - INGLEWOOD, CA This fully operational dental practice represents an exceptional acquisition opportunity in the thriving Inglewood market. Located on Imperial Highway in a...

$1,000,000

$1,000,000

Cash Flow: $400,000

Retiring dentist selling practice after 28+ years!

La Mirada, CA

A well-established general dental practice with over 28 years of goodwill in La Mirada, CA, is for sale for $750,000. The 1,600 sq. ft. office features 4 operatories, offering a stable, long-term...

$750,000

$750,000

Dental office in great location for sale w/ 26 years plus of goodwill

Norwalk, CA

A well-established dental practice with over 26 years of goodwill is for sale in Norwalk, CA (Los Angeles County), featuring an asking price of $750,000 and a gross revenue of over $1,085,500. The...

$750,000

$750,000

Sherman Oaks Profitable Ventura Blvd. Restaurant & Bar For Sale

Sherman Oaks, CA

SHERMAN OAKS Profitable VENTURA BLVD. RESTAURANT & BAR FOR SALE Premises: 3900' Free Standing + Patio on 4800' lot Monthly Rent: $4.00 + .65 nnn Parking: Exclusive Parking Lease Term: New Lease ABC...

$300,000

$300,000

Martial Arts School in Orange County

Orange County, CA

Established Taekwondo Academy presents a compelling acquisition opportunity for qualified martial arts professionals. Founded in 2008, this well-positioned martial arts facility has maintained...

$55,000

$55,000

High-Visibility Auto Repair Shop on Major Highway

Sebastopol, CA

Opportunity to acquire an established auto repair business located directly on a major highway corridor with excellent visibility and consistent drive-by traffic. The shop benefits from a highly...

$125,000

$125,000

John Jomehri

KW Commercial - South Bay

Serving Los Angeles County, CA

Our commercial team consists of knowledgeable, results-driven individuals who aim to provide clients with one-of-a-kind experiences. We understand that choosing the right agent for you can be tough, which is why KW Commercial strives to make it easier. Take comfort in knowing that at KW Commercial you are not simply working with one individual; you are championed by a vast network of dedicated commercial real estate professionals.

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Auto Repair Business + Real Estate | Live/Work Opportunity

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Sonoma County, CA

This offering represents a rare opportunity to acquire a well-established automotive repair business, along with the underlying real property, located in Sonoma County. The property consists of a...

$1,640,000

$1,640,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Casual Café & Burger with Drive-Thru; Steady Sales; Asking $1.2M

Thousand Palms, CA

> A well-established family casual café and burger restaurant with drive-thru service is being offered for sale in Thousand Palms, Riverside County. > The business has been operating successfully...

$1,200,000

$1,200,000

Cash Flow: $240,000

Very Comfortable Huge Dry Cleaners and Many Pressure Machine

Fountain Valley, CA

1). Monthly gross is $ 27,500 per month 2). Monthly rents $ 4,200 +Including NNN 3).New Lease 4). size is approx.2,650 SF.+ High ceiling. 5). OWNER SINCE: 2006 6). The average net income possible is $...

$280,000

$280,000

Cash Flow: $120,000

Chicken Franchise Hot Sale !!

Hacienda Heights, CA

Location: Hacienda Heights, CA Business Type: Hot Chicken / Fast Casual Restaurant Status: Fully Turnkey – Ready for Immediate Operation Average monthly Gross sales: $45,000 ~ 55,000 Monthly rent:...

$180,000

$180,000

Cash Flow: $84,000

Adult Residential Facility(32 beds)In San Francisco incl. Real Estate

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

San Francisco, CA

About the Business: This well-established turnkey Adult Residential Facility (ARF) is located in San Francisco and is licensed for 32 beds. The facility has been in continuous operation since 2008,...

$11,000,000

$11,000,000

Cash Flow: $350,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Long Established Bar, Restaurant & Bakeshop

Monterey County, CA

Long Established Bar, Restaurant & Bakeshop – 6,500 sq ft - $4 million Annual Revenue – Monterey County RRC# 5196 Offered At $900,000 Location: Monterey County Annual Revenue:$4,291,000 Annual Cash...

$900,000

$900,000

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.