Sherman Oaks, CA
Turnkey, fully licensed home health agency in Southern California, established in 2018 and actively operating. CDPH-licensed and Medicare-certified with a clean, multi-year enrollment history. The...
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Established Home Health Agency — 32 Active Medicare Patients
Toastique Café in Affluent Downtown Danville, Beer & Wine License incl
Danville, CA
Toastique Danville is a fully equipped gourmet fast-casual franchised café occupying the entire ground floor of a standalone corner building in the heart of downtown Danville, one of the most affluent...
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Turnkey & Profitable Mobile Event Business
Fresno County, CA
2 Vintage Event Trailers – Fully operational with A/C and heat. The black trailer includes running water for coffee and bar service. Mirror Me Photo Booth – Touchscreen, props, and instant...
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Profitable Commercial Landscape & Design Platform
San Mateo County, CA
ACT Capital Advisors is pleased to present for acquisition a leading full-service landscape construction, maintenance, irrigation, and outdoor infrastructure contractor serving commercial, municipal,...
EBITDA: $1,140,000
Music education center
Millbrae, CA
Melody & Joy Music Studio At Melody & Joy Music Studio, we believe that music is a lifelong journey. We provide high-quality music education for both children and adults in a supportive, inspiring,...
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Bakersfield-Hospice Agency For Sale/ -Clean History
Bakersfield, CA
Active Medicare Provider/CDPH Lic. Active patients. Priced to Sell. Also looking for a good partner in Bakersfield Area. Majority Share Holder. Pls Email. Thank You...
Ultra Luxury Exotic Car Dealership
Los Angeles County, CA
*Business Highlights* Strong brand presence in the high-end luxury and exotic vehicle market Established reputation for excellence, discretion, and premium client service Proven, consistent...
Turnkey & Profitable Burbank Dry Cleaners – Strong Net Income
Burbank, CA
Cricket West Dry Cleaners is a great opportunity to purchase a well-located, full-service dry cleaning plant in Burbank. The business faces limited direct competition in the immediate area. With...
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High-Cash-Flow Hair Transplant Medical Practice – $1.4M Revenue
Los Angeles, CA
Fully Accredited Hair Transplant & Regenerative Medical Practice 2 Locations – Los Angeles (Encino) & San Diego Asking Price: $1,950,000 2025 Gross Revenue: $1,400,000 Seller Discretionary Earnings...
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Cash Flow: $645,859
Established Water Sports Retailer with Strong Online Store
Santa Cruz, CA
Founded in 2010, this highly regarded paddleboard and foil sports retailer is one of the original stand-up paddleboards (SUP) shops in North America and has operated successfully from the same prime...
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Cash Flow: $154,500
Christian Brothers Automotive
Franchise
Available Nationwide
A trusted name in the auto repair industry for over 40 years, Christian Brothers Automotive is a Christian business that provides each guest the "love your neighbor" experience. Currently, there are more than 265 locations successfully operating across 30 states, with a growth plan to reach 350 strategically placed locations by end of 2025.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $2,865,872
Top Ranking Weight Loss, Body Contouring and Aesthetics Med Spa
San Jose, CA
Established Weight Loss, Body Contouring and Aesthetics Med Spa Established in 1990 and owned since 2004, this highly regarded weight loss clinic and medical spa has become a trusted destination in...
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Cash Flow: $365,000
Great Turnkey Trucking From Small Office In Torrance For Sale
Torrance, CA
P.A.T. Trucking Company Operation Serving 48 States, Established Relationship with Lots Of Customers Specialized Freight With Trailers, Since 1986. 1 Truck Freightliner 2015 Total Miles 425,000 1...
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Experienced Firm Delivering Digital Media Support
$1,850,000
Los Angeles County, CA
Mission Foods Multi Route Distributorship For Sale | Napa, CA
Napa, CA
Mission Foods Multi Route Distributorship For Sale | Napa, CA — $300,000 About the Route Mission Foods multi route distributorship for sale - $300,000. These territories service portions of Napa CA...
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Cash Flow: $210,246
Tesla Cybertruck Camper Shells - Space Campers
San Luis Obispo, CA
Space Campers is a premium fiberglass truck cap and wedge camper brand purpose-built for the Tesla Cybertruck. We've spent four years developing and refining the product, successfully producing and...
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Sunbelt Business Brokers of Pasadena
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
Sunbelt Business Brokers of Pasadena (SBBP) is a Southern California based firm specializing in business mergers, acquisitions, and valuations. It is part of the worldwide Sunbelt Network of over 300 offices. Sunbelt specializes in small and medium size privately held companies with a particular emphasis on manufacturing, distribution and select business-to-business service industries. Sunbelt is dedicated to providing clients with confidential and professional representation and assisting them in achieving their business objective. For more information, log on www.sunbeltpasadena.com.
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Turnkey Small-Batch Wine Brand & Mfg/Sales Platform - Absentee Owned!
California
This Small-Batch Wine Brand and Manufacturing/Sales Platform is a Northern California Limited Liability Company and has been in operation for the past 10 years under the current founding ownership....
Prime Location -Sacramento Downtown Restaurant / Retail Opportunity
Sacramento, CA
🔥 Restaurant / Retail Opportunity – Sacramento, CA 🔥 📍 Prime Location -Sacramento Downtown Excellent opportunity to own a fully built-out restaurant or retail space in a high-visibility Sacramento...
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Busy Thai Restaurant
Ventura, CA
Rare opportunity to acquire an established Thai restaurant in thriving down town Ventura.Thai restaurant offers a turnkey operation with existing clientele, strong local presence, with beer & wine...
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Cash Flow: $170,000
Swimwear Amazon Ecommerce Company – SBA Eligible
SBA LOAN ELIGIBLE
California
For sale is a well-established branded swimwear and aquatics products company in California with more than two decades of operating history, offering a diversified portfolio of specialty apparel,...
Cash Flow: $661,185
Fitness Facility
Orange County, CA
Profitable, premier fitness facility in South Orange County designed to provide independent trainers, fitness instructors, and wellness professionals with a high-quality space to conduct their...
Cash Flow: $89,234
Metal Supermarkets
Franchise
Available Nationwide
Over $2 Million Average Gross Sales - As Low As $350,500 Investment & Recession-Safe
Avg. Unit Revenue: $2,192,668
Turnkey Restaurant Opportunity + ABC 47 License
Watsonville, CA
This well-established California cuisine in the Santa Cruz County offers an excellent opportunity for an owner-operator or experienced restaurateur looking to acquire a large, fully equipped...
Fully Equipped Auto Biz + Property -Seamless Transition to Ownership
Orange County, CA
Established in 1985, this automotive repair shop has been a fixture in the community for over 40 years. The business has a very loyal customer base, steady repeat business, and a reputation of 4.8...
Cash Flow: $150,462
High Margin Dessert/Snack Franchise - Mall Food Court
$550,000
Daly City, CA
Established & Profitable Deli – 20+ Years of Success
Marin County, CA
Established & Profitable Deli – 20+ Years of Success | $120K Seller Earnings | Growth Potential RRC#5350 Asking Price: $249,000 Location: Marin County Annual Revenue: $575,000 Annual Cash Flow:...
Boutique Specialty Food and Gift Retailer
Riverside County, CA
Transworld Business Advisors of the Coachella Valley, DRE #02120938, is proud to present this established specialty food and gift retail business located in a highly desirable desert-area shopping...
Cash Flow: $60,200
Newly Built Second-Gen Livermore Restaurant Space – Corner Location
Alameda County, CA
Newly Built Second-Gen Livermore Restaurant Space – Corner Location with 30-Seat Patio and Low Rent RRC#5348 Asking Price: $249,000 Location: Contra Costa County Annual Revenue: Contact for Info...
Pizzaria with ABC Type 41 License
Sacramento County, CA
ESTABLISHED PIZZA RESTAURANT WITH ABC LICENSE - SACRAMENTO COUNTY This well-established pizza restaurant represents a turnkey acquisition opportunity, featuring decades of continuous operation and a...
Cash Flow: $55,000
Well-Established (10+ years) Environmental Consulting Company
SBA LOAN ELIGIBLE
San Diego County, CA
RARE FIND for sale! This established environmental consulting firm represents a compelling acquisition opportunity in a rapidly expanding market sector. With over ten years of continuous operations,...
Cash Flow: $172,950
Creative & Popular Artisan Bakery with Well Established Clients
Napa County, CA
Creative & Popular Artisan Bakery with Well Established Clients and Distribution RRC#5257 Asking Price: $350,000 Location: Napa County Annual Revenue: $2,384,794 Annual Cash Flow:Contact for Info...
Established Fast Growing Medical Spa For Sale
Temecula, CA
******Please be aware that this is a medical facility and would require the new owner to hold a medical license or have a medical director on staff that must own at-least 51% of the business*****...
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EBITDA: $510,000
U.S. Lawns
Franchise
Available in California
U.S. Lawns is the #1 ranked franchise company in the commercial landscape management industry with more than 225 territories operating today. As you begin a career or life transition, choose an established brand with a proven system and proven success, as well as world-class support in a $120B commercial landscaping industry. It's time to build your turf, on your terms and for under a $100k investment. Own your own US Lawns franchise today and get your own business open in 60 days or less.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $1,500,018
Salon & Beauty Supply with own brand/formula $115,000 at cost included
Fountain Valley, CA
Beautiful Salon with its own brand and formula $115,000 at cost included in price .On a very busy Ave with lots of parking . Established 40 years ago but recently totally remodeled and just added 2 AC...
Cash Flow: $132,168
Renowned Integrative Medicine Platform | CRE Available | $4M SDE
California
Renowned Integrative Medicine Platform | CRE Available | $4M SDE Real Estate Not Included in List Price. Business Price $19.3M, CRE price $18M. Total Combined $37.3M. Targeting Sale of Both. This...
Cash Flow: $4,081,760
Pick Up Pizza Owner finance $44,000 down + inv. Nets $110,000 2025
$169,000
Fresno County, CA
Profitable Luxury Wrap, PPF and Tint shop in Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA
Carpo Wraps is a turnkey automotive customization business in Los Angeles specializing in vinyl wraps, PPF, nano ceramic tint, and ceramic coatings. The sale includes a fully equipped facility, tools,...
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Turnkey boutique pet retail opportunity in Newport Beach
Newport Beach, CA
Turnkey boutique pet retail opportunity located in a highly desirable coastal Newport Beach market. This beautifully curated pet boutique offers apparel, treats, toys, collars, leashes, accessories,...
Cash Flow: $35,000
Ziggi's Coffee
Franchise
Available Nationwide
Brew community and profit with Ziggi’s Coffee—flexible formats, strong support, and high AUV in one of America’s fastest-growing franchises.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $836,332
Hospice Care Agency-Fully Operatinal-Established-Jacho Accredited
Ontario, CA
PRICE WAS JUST REDUCED BY $100K, FROM $895K TO $600K Profitable Outpatient Hospice Care Agency-With Solid Financial Performances-Well Established Since 2021-JACHO Accredited-Fully Operatinal-Real...
Cash Flow: $480,000
Amazing opportunity to own Charleys Philly steaks in different cities
Los Angeles County, CA
Established Charleys Philly Steaks franchise opportunity featuring multiple locations across Southern California including Victorville, Hesperian, and San Bernardino. This turnkey restaurant operation...
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LA Based ATM Business - Great Cash Flow & Management in Place
Los Angeles, CA
Listing Details: - Location: Los Angeles, CA - Number of Units: 61 - Terminal Brand: GenMega & Hyosung - Age of Machines: 2-6 years - Established: 2019 For sale: A profitable ATM route consisting of...
Cash Flow: $200,000
Only Dry Cleaners in Tri-County Area For Sale After 24 Years
Sonora, CA
A female-owned business, Kathy's Miracle Cleaners has been serving the Tuolumne Tri-County area in Northern California for over 20 years. With an lengthy book of business, reputation of quality, and...
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Mailbox, Shipping Franchise, Low Rent, Short Hours, Seller Financing
Riverside County, CA
This desirable Postal Franchise is located in premium trade area, anchored by a national grocery chain stores on a major busy street, providing subject business with a steady volume of vehicle as well...
Cash Flow: $59,186
Elite Business Investments Corp.
Elite Business Investments Corp.
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
We are a premiere brokerage for the sale of laundromats in Southern California. This means that unlike general brokerages, our singular focus in the laundromat industry gives us unparalleled knowledge and expertise to give you peace of mind and full confidence in buying, selling, or operating a laundromat. Call us today to speak with one of our agents and start down the Road To Success.
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TWO LIQUOR STORE PACKAGE Business Only | Alameda County & Santa Clara
Santa Clara County, CA
Rare opportunity to acquire two established liquor stores in prime Northern California locations. Liquor Store | Santa Clara County, CA Annual gross sales are approximately $950,000, plus...
Profitable Estate Planning, Trust and Probate Law Firm
California
Transworld Business Advisors of Fremont DRE# 02194963 presents: Rare opportunity to acquire a well-established single-attorney estate planning, trust administration, and probate law practice serving...
Cash Flow: $285,701
Medical Practice + Real Estate
$1,025,000
Sacramento County, CA
Profitable Nail Salon for Sale in Sunnyvale / Bay Area
Sunnyvale, CA
Profitable, fully operational nail salon for sale in Sunnyvale / Bay Area, located in the heart of Silicon Valley near San Jose and Mountain View. This turnkey business has been successfully operating...
Cash Flow: $240,000
Established Multi Channel Ecommerce Brand Portfolio with Warehouse Ope
Los Angeles, CA
Established multi channel ecommerce distribution business with over 15 years of operating history, diversified online marketplace presence, warehouse operations, trained staff, and proprietary branded...
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Class 101
Franchise
Available Nationwide
Helping Students Find Their Future. Class 101 takes the confusion and intimidation out of the college application process.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $176,290
Franchise Jewelry&watch Repair Inside Mall Location
Roseville, CA
jewelry & watch retail and repair store in the galleria of Roseville mall franchise location part of over 160 nationwide locations FAST FIX franchise, 16 years in business...
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Profitable Ice Cream and Smoothie Shop for sale
Escondido, CA
PROFITABLE ICE CREAM AND SMOOTHIE SHOP Prime retail location inside North County Mall in Escondido, CA, positioned strategically near the main entrance. This recently established ice cream and...
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Established Full-Service Veterinary Practice
Monterey County, CA
This is a well-established, state-of-the-art, full-service small animal hospital in one of California's most desirable coastal communities — the Monterey Peninsula. In operation since 2005, the...
Established Tutoring Center
Riverside County, CA
Help students reach their full potential at this tutoring center. Fully functional and furnished learning center. Current owners have prospered in this territory. Clean, modern and fully turnkey! Come...
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Commercial Interior Design & Design/Construction Documents
California
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 assists in construction...
Cash Flow: $375,000
Patented At-Home Vision Testing Platform
San Jose, CA
A rare opportunity to acquire the only fully built, clinically validated, FDA-registered at-home vision diagnostics platform shipping at scale. A 29-patent portfolio pairs with proprietary,...
Cash Flow: $28,490
Established Farmers Agency in El Cajon | Spanish-Speaking Client
El Cajon, CA
Established insurance agency in El Cajon with approximately $2.4M in premium and a strong foundation of bundled households that support strong retention and long-term client relationships. The book is...
50-Year Government Flooring Contractor – $1.5M Revenue | Govt Contract
Los Angeles County, CA
Established in 1972, this California-based licensed flooring and general contracting business specializes in public-sector, municipal, and institutional projects. The company generates approximately...
Agricultural Equipment Manufacturer and Retailer
Los Angeles County, CA
Hemp and Cannabis Equipment Manufacturer and Retailer - Well Established Brand with Low-Overhead and Global Sales This innovative cannabis equipment design and assembly business, established in 2016,...
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Cash Flow: $440,000
Spray-Net
Franchise
Available in California
Own a high-margin home renovation business transforming kitchens, exteriors, roofs & more without costly replacements.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $557,539
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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