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Gas station business only

Long Beach, CA

2500 Sq ft fully remodeled station with 22500 Sq Ft property. New pumps, piping, Soda dispencer, Coffee maker and ETC Large property to build a car wash. Motivated seller Property now available...

$1,249,000

$1,249,000

Cash Flow: $299,000

California Central Coast Multi-Practice Law Firm for Sale

Morro Bay, CA

results and trusted guidance. The firm operates under a well-established regional brand, serving clients across the Central Coast and neighboring counties. The firm’s three main areas of focus are...

Not Disclosed

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Cash Flow: $500,000

Restaurant and Full Bar with Large Patio in Sebastopol for Sale

Sebastopol, CA

This wonderful restaurant & bar is nicely located on a large corner lot, with plenty of parking in the beautiful West County city of Sebastopol. The rent for this approximately 2500 square foot...

$495,000

$495,000

Santa Ana – Orange County CA Mission Tortilla Route for Sale

Santa Ana, CA

Price: $85,000 – Weekly Sales: $13,374 This listing is for a Mission tortilla distribution route with a price of $85,000. The owner distributes tortillas, dips and related products to major grocery...

$85,000

$85,000

Cash Flow: $93,500

Popular Restaurant in Down Town Marin

San Rafael, CA

Description: Award-winning, established restaurant with regular customers and a vibrant online media presence in Downtown Marin, and it occupies an eye-catching corner location in the heart of Marin...

$249,000

$249,000

2 Location Long Beach Area Coffee Concept & Café

Long Beach, CA

This 2 location coffee concept with café offering provides its patrons a welcoming neighborhood atmosphere that combines the charm of a cozy coffee house or cafe with the energy of a convivial...

$575,000

$575,000

Cash Flow: $165,205

Turnkey Wellness Studio Including Chiropractic Services in Palm Desert

Palm Desert, CA

This 42-year-old Med Spa and Chiropractic Services is located in the heart of the Coachella Valley on a very well-known street. With a loyal and steady patient base, the business is strong and ready...

$425,000

$425,000

Turnkey Tasting Room, Rooftop Bar and Short Term Rental Unit!

Murphys, CA

Profitable, busy tasting room with huge sundeck, available now in the heart of Main Street Murphys. This meticulously updated commercial lease space also includes a fully furnished apartment, which...

$175,000

$175,000

Ventura County's Premiere Restaurant/Wine Bar

Ventura County, CA

Ventura County's Premiere Restaurant/Wine Bar RRC#: 5133 Offered at $299,000 Location: Ventura County Annual Revenue: $242,000 Monthly Rent: $8,200 Listing Description: This consistently profitable...

$299,000

$299,000

Operational Home Health – ACHC Accredited and Fully Transferable

Chatsworth, CA

This established home health agency business and license is being offered for sale at an asking price of $270,000. The business currently serves 62 patients, with 19 active cases (as of June 17,...

$270,000

$270,000

Tier 1 Defense Manufacturer, 30+ Years – Real Estate Available

Orange County, CA

TIER 1 DEFENSE MANUFACTURER WITH 30+ YEARS IN OPERATIONS LOCATED IN SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA – REAL ESTATE AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE ALONGSIDE BUSINESS Established more than three decades ago, this Southern...

$13,900,000

$13,900,000

Cash Flow: $2,083,400

Italian Restaurant

Palm Springs, CA

For sale in the greater Palm Springs area is an excellent Italian restaurant that boasts a classic Italian menu filled with delicious flavors and wonderful pizzas. This well-established eatery...

$925,000

$925,000

Cash Flow: $127,846

New, new, new in highly dense Los Angeles location

Los Angeles, CA

New everything - equipment, plumbing, electrical interior. Machines accepting coin, dollars and phone app payment High volume foot traffic in an area with a large rental population....

$1,150,000

$1,150,000

Profitable Restaurant w/Beer & Wine

Santa Barbara County, CA

Ideal Location!! Gross Sales: $1,751,750 Net to Owner: $371,303 Owner Works? No Monthly Base Rent: $8,836.94 NNN/CAM: $0.73 per Sq. Ft. Square Footage: 2,900sq.ft. +600sq. ft. Patio Parking: 9 Spaces...

$559,356

$559,356

Cash Flow: $371,303

High Profit, Fully Operational Flight School Academy

Orange County, CA

Query successful This successful aviation training business offers comprehensive flight instruction programs, ranging from introductory discovery flights to full certification for private and...

$1,995,000

$1,995,000

Cash Flow: $950,000

***UNDER LOI***San Francisco Bay Area Home Health Agency

California

Established Bay Area home health platform with dual Medicare certifications serving seven counties. Joint Commission accredited with 4-5 star ratings. $7.6M revenue, $1.2M recast SDE (16% margin)....

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Not Disclosed

EBITDA: $1,215,525

John Hawke

SpringBoard Pool Route Brokers

Serving Sacramento County, CA

Pool Service Industry Experts Specializing in Pool Route Sales. Buy through SpringBoard PRB We specialize in selling pool service accounts and we are excellent at what we do. We have experience that counts. We are a Licensed Broker firm and are more than qualified to answer any questions and assist you with the purchase of a pool service route. We offer unlimited consulting support after the sale. We give you the Pool Business in a Box – FREE. Sell Through SpringBoard PRB We help you evaluate the accounts you are selling to get you what they are worth. Our proven internet and print media marketing campaign will give you a fast and easy sale of your pool route accounts. We have experience that counts. We are a Licensed Broker and have held a C61 Pool & Spa Contractors license. We are more than qualified to answer any questions you have about the sale of your route. We pre-qualify all potential buyers. We contact and qualify every potential buyer. We verify that the buyer has the funds and the desire to purchase. We only work with Cash Buyers. We never ask you for any upfront fees. We earn our commission by only getting paid after your pool route sale closes. We handle the escrow process to ensure a smooth transaction. We provide the appropriate paperwork to complete the sales transaction. Confidentiality is our priority. Your name and contact information are not known until you disclose it to the qualified buyer. We are a neutral third party that will help with any disputes between the buyer and seller.

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Liquor Store Business with Property for Sale

Madera County, CA

Liquor Store Business with Property for Sale. Current Sale is $65,000 per month, Big lot to build an apartment or add something else. Call for more details....

$1,300,000

$1,300,000

Adult Day Health Care Center with Property Near FWY 170

Los Angeles County, CA

Adult Day Healthcare Center with Property is for sale. The center is located nearby FWY 170 Los Angeles County, CA. The center is licensed for 160 participants and the current average number of...

$8,200,000

$8,200,000

Super Restaurant-Busy Location-Type 41-Profitable!!

Half Moon Bay, CA

Imagine walking into your own successful restaurant that's been thriving for over 7 years in this bustling San Mateo coast location. You'll find yourself in a beautifully appointed 1,800 square foot...

$198,000

$198,000

Cash Flow: $135,000

Japanese Sushi Restaurant With B & W

Laguna Niguel, CA

MONTHLY GROSS: $51,000 MONTHLY RENT: $6,200 + $1,200 NNN. LEASE TERMS: 1 +NEGOTIABLE WITH LL. STORE SIZE: 1,300 SF. SEATING CAPACITY: 32. OWNER SINCE: 2016 REASON FOR SELLING: SELLER IS RETIRING....

$129,000

$129,000

Cash Flow: $60,000

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

Woodland Hills, CA

ESTABLISHED CHINESE RESTAURANT - WOODLAND HILLS OPPORTUNITY This turnkey Chinese restaurant represents a compelling acquisition opportunity in the highly desirable Woodland Hills market. Operating...

$250,000

$250,000

Make money two ways with this company

Fountain Valley, CA

Exceptional acquisition opportunity — a highly profitable, long-established niche manufacturer producing truly one-of-a-kind products for RV and boat enthusiasts and families. Proudly Made in the USA...

$59,000

$59,000

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

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...

$165,000

$165,000

Cash Flow: $120,912

Contemporary rental Salon , 11 stations , Affluent city

Mission Viejo, CA

This salon is a rare gem in the South County area. It is a turnkey operation with 11 stations and one treatment room . There are 4 stations available. Located in an affluent city and neighborhood in...

$79,000

$79,000

Cash Flow: $40,000

1500 Sq Ft - Fully Equipped Mongolian BBQ – near Marina Del Ray

Los Angeles County, CA

1500 Sq Ft - Fully Equipped Mongolian BBQ – Located near Marina Del Ray, Los Angeles County RRC#: 5127 Offered at $125,000 Location: Los Angeles County General Information: Remodeled in January 2025...

$125,000

$125,000

Liquor Store In OC--CA

Cypress, CA

Liquor Store with great location on a major street. Nice neighborhood with lots of apartments. A family run business and now need to sell due to family member needing untimely medical attention. Newer...

$299,000

$299,000

Japanese Sushi Restaurant in Woodland Hills

Woodland Hills, CA

Restaurant Size: 2,200 SF Monthly Rent: $9,247.00 including CAM fees. Lease Term: 1/2027 Options: 5 years Annual Sales; $950,000.00+ Occupancies: 10 at the Sushi Bar and 42 in Dining. Beer and Wine...

$200,000

$200,000

Well-Established Window Coverings & Home Security Business – Turnkey

Sacramento County, CA

Step into ownership of a trusted, family-operated business with a strong reputation for quality, affordability, and exceptional customer service. For over 15 years, this company has specialized in...

$125,000

$125,000

Cash Flow: $100,000

Market & Deli Medeterinannian Grocery Store

Roseville, CA

This Grocery store currently generates around 13K/month -rent is 3900 a month -Net profit is 4000 a month -DO NOT SPEAK TO EMPLOYEE's...

$125,000

$125,000

Compounding Pharmacy inside Large Medical Center [Sterile/Non Sterile]

San Diego, CA

ESTABLISHED COMPOUNDING PHARMACY - SAN DIEGO MEDICAL CENTER LOCATION This well-established retail and compounding pharmacy, operating since 1984, presents an exceptional acquisition opportunity within...

$295,950

$295,950

Cash Flow: $80,659

Manufacturer and Distributor of Automotive Service Supplies

Los Angeles County, CA

For over 55 years this company manufactured and distributed a complete assortment of automotive related products. Their products are sold to wholesalers, service and repair shops, and the sales, parts...

$285,000

$285,000

Cash Flow: $121,616

Round Table Pizza Franchise – Strong Sales, Prime for Hands-On Owner

San Joaquin County, CA

Location Overview: This established Round Table Pizza franchise offers over $1M in annual sales with strong dine-in, take-out, and delivery traffic. Currently operated semi-absentee, the store runs...

$375,000

$375,000

Mexican Restaurant - Tacos with Beer & Wine

Artesia, CA

Price Reduction!! Very attractive restaurant, fully remodeled in 2023. Serving its customers home style Mexican food. This is the only Mexican restaurant in a large and busy center. End cap with great...

$180,000

$180,000

Cash Flow: $90,000

Acquisition Opportunity CPR Training 23,000 data base

Sacramento, CA

Executive Overview The Company is a rare acquisition opportunity in the compliance-driven training sector. With 23,000+ contacts and nearly 5,000 active annual clients including 500 corporate...

$399,000

$399,000

Cash Flow: $165,000

Established Asian Restaurant with ABC 41 License

San Diego, CA

An established, high-volume Asian restaurant in a desirable San Diego location is now available for acquisition. The business currently operates under an absentee owner model and possesses a valuable...

$295,000

$295,000

Cash Flow: $168,714

Profitable North County Guitar Retail Store

San Diego County, CA

Landmark Guitar Store in North County, San Diego, California. Established guitar store being sold by original owner. Owner is Retiring. Regular clientele for many years. Located on Coast Hwy, guitar...

$125,000

$125,000

Cash Flow: $39,000

Real Estate Staging Services

Alameda County, CA

Step into a thriving industry with this home staging business. Real estate agents and home sellers know the proven value in staging a home to perspective buyers. This sale includes an extensive...

$100,000

$100,000

TurnKey Trucking Company for Sale

Riverside County, CA

The fastest-growing moving and storage franchise of its kind, backed by numerous 5-star Google reviews. With multiple locations already established, this is the definition of turnkey, fully built-out...

$350,000

$350,000

Cash Flow: $150,000

Established Business Brokerage Franchise Opportunity – So. California

San Diego County, CA

Ideal for a seasoned entrepreneur or executive, this established business brokerage franchise offers the opportunity to build a high-impact advisory business in one of Southern California’s most...

$59,000

$59,000

Branded pizza restaurant for sale near UC Berkeley

Berkeley, CA

This established pizza restaurant presents an exceptional investment opportunity in Berkeley's prime university district, strategically positioned just blocks from the UC Berkeley campus on the south...

$150,000

$150,000

Local Pool and Spa Construction Company

California

BUSINESS HIGHLIGHTS Based in Southern California, the Company is a custom swimming pool and spa installation company. The Company offers consultation on all phases of design and the construction...

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Not Disclosed

Cash Flow: $166,000

Thai Restaurant in Redondo Beach – SBA Financing Avbl

Los Angeles County, CA

Well-established Thai restaurant located in a busy Redondo Beach commercial center, surrounded by CVS, ice cream shops, churches, and new apartment developments. Since opening in 2011, the restaurant...

$290,000

$290,000

Deep AI powered Platform for Data Discovery, Compliance and DSPM

Santa Clara County, CA

This company has developed a patented Deep-AI platform that solves one of the most pressing challenges in enterprise security: discovering, classifying, and governing sensitive data—especially...

Not Disclosed

Not Disclosed

Cash Flow: $100,000

Greg Offsay

illi Commercial Real Estate

Serving Los Angeles County, CA

illi Commercial is a full service commercial real estate firm located in Southern California, specializing in landlord and tenant representation, investment sales, property management, and consulting services. We’re a different kind of real estate company – serving clients and communities through collaboration, experience, and innovation. In 2007 we set out to build a different kind of real estate company. We fostered a culture of collaboration amongst ourselves and the people that we serve. We are focusing on attracting and unleashing the most talented professionals in the industry. We have developed a fun and fulfilling team environment that embodies collaboration and provides a positive impact within the lives of our associates and within the communities that we serve. The dedication of our team and our culture is unmatched in the industry and allows us to deliver the utmost value and benefits to our clients. No matter what your requirements, be it expanding your current space, moving to a new building, investment strategy, relocating your corporate headquarters or growing into new markets, illi Commercial can help you make decisions in your company’s best interest – saving you time, minimizing costs and maximizing value. Our team will ensure that your properties receive maximum exposure through aggressive marketing techniques, results-oriented philosophy, and a commitment to providing each listing with the tools required to fill vacant space or sell a building.

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Auto Repair Shop in Escondido, CA

Escondido, CA

Established turnkey auto repair shop in a prime location right next to freeway exit, with 2 bays, one operational lift and a functional layout ideal for an owner-operator or mechanic looking to step...

$70,000

$70,000

Cash Flow: $120,000

Downtown Hayward Turnkey Bubble Tea Shop

Hayward, CA

Asking Price: $188,000 Location: Downtown Hayward, CA Square Footage: 1,100 SF Rent: $5,500/month (includes NNN, water, trash, and electricity) Business Description: Excellent opportunity to acquire a...

$188,000

$188,000

Profitable Newark Bubble Tea Shop – Type 1 Hood + Low Rent

Newark, CA

Asking Price: $385,000 Location: Newark, CA Square Footage: 1,375 SF Rent: $5,445/month (including NNN – very favorable rate) Business Description: Rare opportunity to acquire a well-established...

$385,000

$385,000

Profitable General Engineering Company

Riverside County, CA

Established in 2009, this profitable engineering business specializes in underground utilities, demolition, and grading services for primarily private commercial and industrial clients, with select...

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Not Disclosed

Cash Flow: $766,666

Market Sushi

Garden Grove, CA

* Business For Sale – Sushi Bar Inside Major Market * Business Hours: 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM (Open 7 days a week) * Number of Employees: Full-time: 0 / Part-time: 0 * Owner’s Working Hours: Full-time *...

$45,000

$45,000

Cash Flow: $107,292

PROFITABLE Semi Absentee Beauty Franchise in Affluent Area

Orange County, CA

You've got a passion for beauty and a knack for making people feel amazing. Now, imagine owning a business where you get to do that every single day. This isn't just about selling a service—it's about...

$147,000

$147,000

Cash Flow: $65,246

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.