Palm Desert, CA
Valet and Parking Services is a well-established parking management company that has been serving the Coachella Valley since 1983. The business specializes in valet parking, hotel and resort parking...
Businesses in California For Sale
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Valet and Parking Management Business
Cash Flow: $414,405
Profitable Landscape Cntrting Co. In North Bay - Includes Equip
Sonoma County, CA
Over the past forty plus years of service. Expanded from residential work to commercial and industrial projects. Offer design services, large residential, commercial and industrial installation and...
La Crescenta Bar with Property – Local Favorite with Parking!
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
La Crescenta, CA
This La Crescenta bar with a Type 48 Liquor License is being offered for sale with its 2,300+ square foot property, as well the property’s unique ability to host a commercial on premise billboard in a...
Cash Flow: $80,000
Memory Maker Fishing Charter
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Avalon, CA
Memory Maker Fishing is a very well know charter business in Avalon. Catalina Island is one of Californias biggest vacation destinations. With amazing fishing year round it’s very popular for all...
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Cash Flow: $100,000
Napa Health Cafe Franchise — $100K Cash Flow, Lease Thru 2034
Napa, CA
Established 13-year national healthy-concept franchise in Napa, CA — with a lease secured through August 2034. Anchored in a high-traffic Plaza alongside major national retailers, in one of...
Cash Flow: $100,504
Fantastic opportunity to own a well-established Subway Sandwich Shop
Simi Valley, CA
We are proud to present an exceptional turnkey business opportunity in one of Simi Valley's most desirable communities. This established Subway® franchise combines the strength of a globally...
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Cash Flow: $40,000
Express Employment Professionals in San Ramon, CA
San Ramon, CA
***Inquire for financial performance information*** Own a High Performing Staffing Franchise in the Heart of San Ramon, CA Step into ownership of a successful staffing franchise for sale in San Ramon,...
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Established Cafe | Açaí Bowls | Smoothies | Wraps in Prime Location!
Mountain View, CA
ESTABLISHED FRANCHISE CAFE - PRIME MOUNTAIN VIEW LOCATION Well-established superfood cafe franchise operating since 2018 in a high-traffic Mountain View location. This turnkey operation specializes in...
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Turn-Key Fastest Labs Territories - Richmond & Oakland, CA
Richmond, CA
## **Turnkey B2B Franchise: 2 Exclusive Territories (Richmond & Oakland)** **High-Margin, Low-Overhead Model | Recession-Resistant Industry** **At a Glance:** * **Territories:** 2 Exclusive Zones...
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Liquor Store in Upland
Upland, CA
Over 24 years same owner running Liquor Store in Upland ,CA. On the Foothill Blvd. Most of customer come from walking distance. owner wants to retire. Good income for one family. Street parking...
Cash Flow: $120,000
Camp Bow Wow
Franchise
Available Nationwide
A Franchise Opportunity that will really get your Tail Wagging
Avg. Unit Revenue: $1,089,860
Mission Foods Route for Sale | Rancho Cucamonga, CA — $100,000
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
Mission Foods Route for Sale | Rancho Cucamonga, CA — $100,000 About the Route Mission Foods distribution route for sale- Rancho Cucamonga CA - $100,000. The territory services portions of Rancho...
Cash Flow: $113,723
High Volume Mediterranean Restaurant with Catering & Party Room
Kings County, CA
11 Years Established Mediterranean Restaurant in Kings county * 4,000 SF space * Has a Private party room,Bar setup, & outside seating patio area * Catering options * Great Location * Annul Gross...
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Multi-Revenue Stream Business Brokerage - Lucrative Opportunity
$95,000
Marin County, CA
Operating Cross Platform Mobile Gaming Business for Sale
Santa Monica, CA
Business Description: The Company develops, publishes, and operates a cross-platform casual mobile game available across iOS, Android, PC, Web, and Telegram. The business is active and...
Cash Flow: $1,498
30 Year Made in USA Air Filtration Ecommerce Brand for Sale
Santa Monica, CA
Business Description A rare opportunity to acquire a profitable-margin, Made-in-USA consumer air-filtration and odor-control brand with more than 30 years of operating history and a defensible niche...
Cash Flow: $44,400
Mark Smith
Summit Business Advisors
Serving Nevada County, CA
Established in 2008, Summit Business Advisors serves the High Sierra Business Communities from Lake Tahoe to Lake Almanor, CA. Mark Smith, Broker and Founder has over 40 years of experience working with businesses throughout the Western US. and is a 15 year member of the International Business and California Business Broker Associations. If you are an owner looking to exit and sell your business or a buyer looking to purchase a business, Summit has the track record and experience to assist you. We specialize in businesses in the Retail, Wholesale, Distribution, Manufacturing or Transportation sectors with sales between $1,000,000 to $20,000,000 and EBITDA of $100,000 or greater.
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Operator Built Field Service SaaS Plus Marketplace Platform For Sale
Santa Monica, CA
A rare opportunity to acquire an established, founder-built software business serving the home-services trades. The company operates two complementary cloud products: a field service management (FSM)...
Cash Flow: $4,870
No Surrender | Highly Profitable Business Sale (2 Locations)
Clovis, CA
A rare opportunity to acquire two established, profitable family entertainment centers in Fresno & Clovis. Available together as a package or individually. Both are turnkey, cash-flowing operations...
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Prime Gaslamp Quarter Resturant– Turnkey Restaurant in San Diego's Hot
San Diego, CA
Prime Turnkey Pizzeria in the Epicenter of San Diego's Gaslamp Quarter – Ideal for Any Restaurant Concept! For sale: A fully equipped, operational pizzeria at 732 4th Ave, San Diego, CA 92101 – right...
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Cash Flow: $70,000
Concierge Medicine & Vascular Clinic in La Jolla.
San Diego, CA
Well-established outpatient clinic for sale in a highly desirable coastal San Diego market. Fully contained and operational. -Unique 4-in-1 (four clinics in one facility) opportunity including a...
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Southern California Commercial & Residential Electrical Contractor
California
Company is in a Prime Southern California location near the ocean. Business provides 24/7 emergency services. Company provides services to residential, commercial, industrial customers. Business is...
Cash Flow: $203,000
WaveMax
Franchise
Available in California
WaveMAX is THE Laundromat of the 21st Century -Built for Semi-Absentee Entrepreneur Ownership
Avg. Unit Revenue: $445,598
Popular Juice Bar & Event Catering Services
Los Angeles County, CA
- $4 Billion Market - Retail Sales hitting records - Huge Growth Opportunity in Event Catering - Exceptional Location in the highest foot traffic mall in The State of California - Branding is...
Cash Flow: $175,000
LA County Glass Contractor – Established 55 Years, Highly Profitable
Los Angeles, CA
This established glazing contractor represents a premier acquisition opportunity in Southern California's robust construction market. With 55 years of continuous operations, the company has developed...
Cash Flow: $390,000
Established Business Brokerage Territory – Prime Market
$95,000
Alameda County, CA
San Diego Downtown/Gaslamp Large Dry Cleaning / Laundry
San Diego, CA
This Is Basically An Asset Sale! This Location Was Recovered In 2025 By The Landlord And The Original Management. The Facility Was Fully Reconditioned, Equipment Restored and Sales Stabilized After...
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The UPS Store Franchise in Orange County California
Orange County, CA
SBA Pre-Qualified! Join one of the top and most sought after franchises. Exceptional opportunity to acquire a highly successful The UPS Store franchise in Orange County California. The 2025 revenues...
Cash Flow: $165,286
Pool Service Route - San Jose, CA
San Jose, CA
JOIN A BILLION DOLLAR INDUSTRY WITH UNLIMITED POTENTIAL! OWN YOUR OWN THRIVING POOL SERVICE ROUTE WITH RECURRING POSITIVE CASH FLOW. Well established part time pool service route in upscale...
Cash Flow: $36,000
30+ Year Established Locksmith Business AAA Accounts | Semi-Absentee
Riverside County, CA
Established for more than 30 years, this well-respected Southern California locksmith business operates under a semi-absentee ownership model and provides a diverse mix of automotive, commercial,...
EBITDA: $427,027
Established Agency
Long Beach, CA
Established and profitable Farmers Insurance agency located in the highly desirable Long Beach area is now available for acquisition. This turnkey opportunity is ideal for an experienced agent or...
Sandwich Shop, 20 Years In Business In Middle Of San Clemente.
San Clemente, CA
ESTABLISHED SANDWICH SHOP - 20 YEARS OF SUCCESS This well-established deli and sandwich shop represents an exceptional opportunity in the heart of San Clemente, Orange County. Operating successfully...
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Reputable and Profitable Driver's Education School FOR SALE!
San Diego, CA
Step into a turnkey driver's education business that delivers immediate cash flow and exceptional growth potential in San Diego's thriving market. This 10+ year established operation generates...
Cash Flow: $152,377
The UPS Store®
Franchise
Available in California
Supporting Our Veterans
Avg. Unit Revenue: $724,293
Former Julian Grill - Real Estate Included
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Julian, CA
Rare opportunity to acquire a freestanding restaurant property with restaurant improvements and assets located in the heart of Julian, California, one of Southern California’s most popular mountain...
World Famous Bakery and Coffee Shops
San Diego, CA
Established World Famous Bakery and Coffee Shop Chain - 3 Prime San Diego Locations This exceptional multi-location coffee and bakery business has dominated the San Diego County market for 19 years,...
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Established Sign Business In An Amazing Area For Sale
$255,000
Alameda County, CA
For Sale! Well Established Auto Parts Business!
Watsonville, CA
Davis Auto Parts has been serving the Watsonville and surrounding areas for over 70 years providing a large inventory of auto parts, automotive equipment and tools, paint supplies, agricultural...
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Established Senior Care Business in the Bay Area
Marin County, CA
ESTABLISHED SENIOR CARE BUSINESS This well-established operation offers exceptional opportunity in the rapidly growing in-home senior care market. BUSINESS STRENGTHS: • Cash flow on day 1 • 8-10...
Huntington Learning Centers, Inc.
Franchise
Available in California
JOIN OUR TOP-RANKED EDUCATION FRANCHISE.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $609,454
Franchise Opportunity - Turnkey Stretch Zone studios in Orange County
Anaheim, CA
Rare opportunity to acquire an established Stretch Zone franchise studio in Irvine, California, located in the highly desirable Parkview Center. This location is fully operational, staffed and serving...
Centrally Located Boba Franchise For Sale
Visalia, CA
Well established Boba Shop for sale. Deep-rooted throughout facets of the community. With limitless expansion possibilities through catering and other community events. Experienced and highly...
Well-Established Auto Dealer With 40-Car Indoor Showroom, 3 Offices
Corona, CA
Rare opportunity to acquire a unique DMV-approved indoor auto dealership in the heart of Southern California. Unlike traditional outdoor lots, this impressive facility features a 6,000–7,000 sq. ft....
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23 Years profitable San Marcos Appliance Store
San Marcos, CA
ESTABLISHED HOME APPLIANCE STORE - 23 YEARS OF PROFITABLE OPERATIONS This well-established retail business has maintained consistent profitability throughout its 23-year operating history, generating...
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Hospice Care Agency-Fully Operational-Established-Profitable-Turnkey
Santa Barbara, CA
This Outpatient Hospice Care Agency-Fully Operational-Well Established Since October 2020 ACHC Accredited Till 6/2027! Billing Privileges Of This Agency Was NEVER Suspended!!! Licensed By State Of...
Cash Flow: $100,000
Jean Paul Schwarz
The Schwarz Group
Serving San Diego County, CA
We specialize in representing domestic and international clientele. We offer our clients unique, specialized and comprehensive services. We provide our clients during the buying, selling and investing process, with the knowledge needed to make educated real estate decisions. We have developed strong working relationships with top lenders who specialize in domestic lending and foreign national investments. We work with a large network of vendors that will cater to your specific needs from interior and exterior design to renovation and commercial build-outs. We are here to walk you through all aspects of the transaction process.
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Rare Opportunity: Profitable Smog Shop Owned Since 2008
Los Angeles, CA
Established and profitable STAR-Certified Smog Inspection Station in the heart of Canoga Park. Operating under the same ownership since 2008, Smog City has built a strong reputation for honest...
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Massage Business for Sale
Anaheim, CA
***Call or Text Diane Higuchi 909-725-3538 or Josie Lopez 626-202-9355 for more information*** Established Massage Business for Sale in Prime Anaheim Location This well-established massage therapy...
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Newly Remodeled Paint and Sip Business
$100,000
Los Angeles, CA
Established Insurance Agency
Shasta County, CA
ESTABLISHED INSURANCE AGENCY - TURN-KEY OPPORTUNITY This well-established insurance agency in Shasta County, California presents a rare turn-key acquisition opportunity with immediate revenue...
Cash Flow: $155,651
Own the Property and the Business.
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Joshua Tree, CA
INCLUDED EQUIPMENT 2 - 60# FL Speed Queen 2 - 40# FL Heubsch (2016) 13 - 30# FL Heubsch (2018) 6 - 20# FL Heubsch (2018) 4 - 10# TL Heubsch (2018) 14 - 30# Stack Dryers (2021) 2 - Changers 4 -...
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Line-x
Franchise
Available Nationwide
Own a proven leader in protective coatings & truck accessories—LINE-X offers high ROI, strong support, and multi-revenue stream potential.
Opportunity to take over a well establish franchise with high revenue
Sacramento, CA
Here is an opportunity to take on expanding franchise business that has potential to keep growing if taken care of correctly. No need to start a business from scratch and worry about potential loss....
Home Health Care Agency-Fully Operatinal-Profitable-5 Yr Established
Santa Barbara, CA
NEW STATURE FOR CHOW FOR HOME HEALTH CARE AGENCIES AS OF 6/29/2026! Home Health Care License Issue Moratorium Was Just Extended!!! CHOW Only Will Be Allowed Atter Five (5) Years This Is Skilled...
Cash Flow: $100,268
Established E-Bike Sales & Service Shop – Loyal Customer Base, Turnkey
Alhambra, CA
ESTABLISHED E-BIKE RETAIL & SERVICE SHOP - SAN GABRIEL VALLEY Deer Focus E-Bike and Repair is a turnkey electric bike sales and service business, operating since 2021 from a street-level storefront on...
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Established Korean Tofu & BBQ Restaurant - Irvine
Irvine, CA
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a well-established Korean tofu and BBQ restaurant located in one of Irvine's busiest retail corridors. The restaurant enjoys strong visibility, ample parking, and...
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Restaurant Fully Equipped Ready to Start
Granite Bay, CA
Fully Equipped Ready to Start Space - Restaurant Build-Out Already Done - Save $200K+ and Launch Months Sooner A fully built-out fast-food space in Granite Bay is available for a new operator. The...
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Luxury Travel Representation Co - outside sales, marketing & promoting
El Segundo, CA
LUXURY TRAVEL REPRESENTATION COMPANY - ESTABLISHED 15+ YEAR BUSINESS This highly profitable luxury travel representation business offers an exceptional opportunity for an experienced sales...
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Cash Flow: $160,000
Semi-Absentee Operated Home Staging
Santa Clara County, CA
Established in 2013, this premier real estate home staging firm specializes in transforming properties into high-value showcases across the SF Bay Area. The business is semi-absentee operated,...
Cash Flow: $157,740
Los Angeles Craft Brewery & Tasting Room IP included
Los Angeles County, CA
Fully operational production brewery and tasting room. Very popular brand that has a strong customer following and established distribution in Los Angeles and surrounding counties. Many awards over...
Bar with Kitchen for Sale
Orange County, CA
Established Bar Restaurant with Full Liquor License - Orange County Opportunity This well-positioned bar and restaurant offers an exceptional opportunity in Orange County's thriving hospitality...
Five Star Bath Solutions
Franchise
Available in California
With an average ticket of $12,538 and $8.4 MILLION in total income, this bathroom transformation franchise is the NEXT BIG THING in franchising.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $486,761
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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