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Steady San Diego Marine Electrical Service | Retiring Owner

San Diego, CA

Well-established marine electrical service company serving the San Diego County boating market since 2003. The business diagnoses, repairs, upgrades, and installs electrical and power systems on...

$575,000

$575,000

Cash Flow: $172,867

Turnkey Pet Grooming Shop – Owner Retiring

Orange County, CA

Great opportunity to acquire an established pet grooming shop in a highly visible Orange County location. Operating since 2017, the business has built a loyal base of repeat customers and is currently...

$59,000

$59,000

Auto repair, 4 bay, 4 lifts, 4000 sq ft

Pleasanton, CA

Approximately 4000 square feet, 4 bay, 4 above ground lift auto repair shop for sale/lease in Pleasanton. New lease to buyer - suggested lease around $6600. There are no books and records. Interested...

$175,000

$175,000

Chinese Restaurant For Sale

Artesia, CA

For over a decade, this well-established Chinese Szechuan restaurant has been a staple dining destination for customers throughout Artesia, Cerritos, Lakewood, Norwalk, Bellflower, and the surrounding...

$75,000

$75,000

Cash Flow: $50,000

Turnkey Modern 11-Chair Boutique Salon -Prime Location!

Claremont, CA

We are pleased to present an exceptional opportunity to acquire a stunning, recently built-out modern hair salon. Established in 2008, this high-traffic, turnkey business has quickly become a premier...

$125,000

$125,000

Beach Hut Deli Davis

Davis, CA

Beach Hut Deli Davis presents an exceptional opportunity to acquire an established franchise location in the heart of Davis, California. Operating since 2015, this popular sandwich shop has built a...

$165,000

$165,000

Cash Flow: $100,000

Market with the real estate in L.A.

Los Angeles, CA

Rare Business & Real Estate Opportunity in Los Angeles. Are you looking for a profitable, well organized and well established business with the opportunity to own the underlying real estate as well?...

$1,850,000

$1,850,000

Iconic Los Gatos Fine Jewelry Boutique | Established Luxury Brand

Los Gatos, CA

Rare opportunity to acquire an established luxury fine jewelry business with a prestigious Los Gatos location, established clientele, strong brand recognition, custom design capabilities, and...

$250,000

$250,000

Cash Flow: $75,000

Liquor Store/Convenience Store for Sale Near Berkeley, California

Berkeley, CA

ESTABLISHED LIQUOR STORE & CONVENIENCE STORE - BERKELEY AREA This turnkey liquor store and convenience store operation represents a compelling acquisition opportunity in the Berkeley, California...

$1,200,000

$1,200,000

Cash Flow: $350,000

Net $600K/YR Auto PPF, Wrapping in Pasadena

Pasadena, CA

This business has built strong, ongoing relationships with prestigious luxury car dealerships, including Rolls-Royce, Porsche, Bentley, and BMW, generating consistent and reliable revenue streams. A...

$1,550,000

$1,550,000

Cash Flow: $600,000

Wize Computing Academy
Franchise

Available in California

Wize Computing Academy® is a leader in Children Enrichment Education and is recognized as a Top Education, Children's Products and Services Franchise.

$50,000

$50,000

Avg. Unit Revenue: $109,318

Highly Profitable Niche E-Commerce Cinematic Equipment

Marina Del Rey, CA

This is a thriving e-commerce business that taps into Hollywood's multi-billion dollar production industry. This Southern California-based company has spent six years building something special - a...

$3,450,000

$3,450,000

Cash Flow: $1,000,000

Highly Profitable Smoke Shop & Market for Sale

Los Angeles County, CA

An excellent opportunity is available to acquire a highly profitable, turnkey market and smoke shop situated along a busy, high-traffic commercial corridor. Successfully operated under the current...

$139,000

$139,000

Cash Flow: $240,000

High-Margin Retail Business/ Ideal First Business/ Proven Systems

$152,500 - Fairfield, CA

$152,500

Fairfield, CA

Turnkey Smoke Shop & Market for Sale – Los Angeles

Los Angeles County, CA

An exceptional opportunity is available to acquire a newly established smoke shop and neighborhood market featuring a beautiful, modern buildout. This thoughtfully developed hybrid retail concept...

$80,000

$80,000

Cash Flow: $36,000

Net Income of $54,000 Working Only 20 Hours Per Week

Alameda County, CA

This is a small snack shop offering sandwiches, coffee, pastries, soft drinks, chips, and more. The new buyer can add more items to the minus. The space is approximately 360 sq ft and is located in a...

$99,000

$99,000

Cheryl Maloney

Vanguard Properties

Serving San Francisco County, CA

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Established Business Sale With Real Estate

Sacramento, CA

ESTABLISHED BUSINESS SALE WITH COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE This sale presents a strategic acquisition opportunity combining an operating restaurant business with freestanding commercial property in...

$1,599,000

$1,599,000

Silverlake Area Neighborhood Pizzeria – Beloved Local Classic!

Los Angeles, CA

This family-owned neighborhood pizzeria has been rolling out fresh dough and serving up comfort food classics since 1993. Known for its welcoming environment and casual indoor and outdoor patio...

$80,000

$80,000

Cash Flow: $23,992

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...

$699,000

$699,000

Fully Equipped Kitchen in Sorreto Valley

San Diego, CA

Currently operating as an Asian concept, this restaurant comes fully equipped with a grease trap, Type 1 hood, fryer, 4-burner range with oven, stock pot burners, walk-in cooler and freezer, and much...

$149,000

$149,000

Togo's Sandwich Franchise Sandwich Shop Opportunity

Stanislaus County, CA

Franchise Sandwich Shop Established Togo’s Sandwich Franchise – Low Rent & Prime Lifestyle Hours Business Description Rare opportunity to own an established Togo’s Sandwich franchise with an...

$175,000

$175,000

Cash Flow: $60,000

Moe's Southwest Grill
Franchise

Available Nationwide

Bring Moe's To Fans Who Crave Something Different. Moe's Southwest Grill is all about big flavor, good vibes, and doing things a little differently. From fresh-made burritos and tacos to the famous free chips and salsa, Moe's has created a dining experience that keeps guests coming back. If you're looking for a franchise opportunity with personality and a passionate fan base, Moe's offers a chance to grow with a brand that celebrates individuality and welcomes everyone to the table.

$300,000

$300,000

Avg. Unit Revenue: $1,184,316

Senior In - Home Care in Growing Corona, CA Region

Riverside County, CA

Established Senior Home Care Franchise - Corona, CA Region This turnkey Always Best Care franchise presents an exceptional opportunity to enter the rapidly expanding senior home care market in...

$65,000

$65,000

Special Industrial Fastener Manufacturing Business in LA for Sale

City Of Industry, CA

A Los Angeles County company specializing in capacitor discharge weld studs made with cold forming technology that has been operating for over 58 years. Since 1967, the company has been providing high...

$798,000

$798,000

Cash Flow: $101,955

Established B2B Supply & Distribution Company – Property Available!

$650,000 - Ventura County, CA

$650,000

Ventura County, CA

Steve Barnett

The Valley Business Broker

Long-Established Home Health Care Agency, Medicare, LA County

Panorama City, CA

Well-established Home Health Care Agency with an active Medicare provider number, currently serving 20+ patients. The agency has been operating for many years and maintains a mix of Medicare and...

$250,000

$250,000

Cash Flow: $100,000

Mediterranean Restaurant with Growth Potential

Ventura County, CA

Asking Price: $251,999 Monthy Sales Average: $29,000 per month (July 2025 to July 2026) Monthly Net Income Average: ~$5,700 (July 2025 to July 2026) Rent: ~$4,889 all-inclusive CAM Lease: 11/30/2030...

$251,999

$251,999

Charming Rare Opportunity to Own Coastal Coffee Shop in Tourist Town

San Luis Obispo County, CA

An opportunity to acquire a long-time, established specialty coffee business in a picturesque California Central Coast tourist town. Located in a prime downtown shopping district, the business...

$465,000

$465,000

Cash Flow: $185,000

New & Used Box Business -Established Since 1945 – Only 25 Hours a Week

Los Angeles, CA

Established in 1945, this long-standing box and packing-supply business specializes in new and quality used boxes for moving, packing, shipping, and storage. With an extensive selection of sizes...

$349,500

$349,500

Cash Flow: $168,000

Highly Profitable 7-Elevan with Car Wash & Gas Station

San Bernardino County, CA

Exceptional opportunity to acquire a highly profitable and established 7-Eleven convenience store featuring a gas station and car wash. This is a unique, multi-income-stream business opportunity that...

$350,000

$350,000

High-Volume, Fully Staffed Smoke Shop – Approx. $40K Average Monthly N

San Bernardino County, CA

High-Volume, Fully Staffed Smoke Shop – Approximately $40,000 Average Monthly Net Profit Rare opportunity to acquire a high-volume, highly profitable smoke shop in a busy Los Angeles County location....

$699,000

$699,000

Cash Flow: $480,000

SBA-Approved, Turnkey Mail & Business Services Center

San Mateo County, CA

Acquire a proven, long-established business offering multiple essential services under one roof. This trusted neighborhood destination provides shipping, private mailbox rentals, printing, notary...

$400,000

$400,000

Cash Flow: $135,118

iSmash
Franchise

Available Nationwide

New Immersive Attractions, Low Start-Up, Avg. $232k Net Profit*, join the fastest growing entertainment brand with 100+ units sold

$100,000

$100,000

Avg. Unit Revenue: $705,011

Premier Bay Area Outdoor Living & Deck Construction Company

San Mateo County, CA

Established in 2023, this rapidly growing outdoor living contractor serves affluent residential customers throughout the San Francisco Bay Area. The company specializes in custom composite deck...

$1,250,000

$1,250,000

Cash Flow: $397,496

Premier Specialty Engineering & Drilling Firm

California

Acquire a highly reputable, high-margin California Class A general engineering contractor with nearly four decades of market leadership in the San Francisco Bay Area. The company specializes in...

$2,999,999

$2,999,999

EBITDA: $1,070,000

SBA Approved: Absentee Owned, Profitable Truck & Van Upfitting

$5,000,000 - San Bernardino County, CA

$5,000,000

San Bernardino County, CA

New equipment, new opportunities in the heart of LA

Los Angeles, CA

This fully equipped laundromat operates in a dense, high traffic Los Angeles market with dedicated parking and convenient extended hours seven days a week. The business generates revenue through self...

$650,000

$650,000

Leading Craft Distillery with Proven Sales History

California

Turn-key opportunity to get into the lucrative beverage alcohol industry. After 13 years of operation, the owners of this craft distillery are looking to free more time for personal interests and...

$750,000

$750,000

Juice It Up!
Franchise

Available in California

Join a proven 30+ year brand with a strong franchise foundation, delivering $852K AUV among the top 25% and achieving 50% growth from 2019 to 2024. Capitalize on low startup costs, efficient operations, and a compact footprint designed for high performance and profitability.

$150,000

$150,000

Avg. Unit Revenue: $569,718

Redwood City CA CPA Practice for Sale

San Mateo County, CA

This tax-focused practice offers an attractive opportunity for a local practitioner looking to expand through acquisition. Practice Highlights: • The owner is a CPA • This practice was established in...

$200,000

$200,000

Cash Flow: $77,000

Profitable Artisan Bakery: Strong Brand, Consistent Steady Growth"

Riverside County, CA

Highly regarded artisan bakery with a distinctive brand, loyal customer following, exceptional reputation, and strong cash flow. This is an opportunity to acquire an established artisan bakery known...

$500,000

$500,000

Cash Flow: $282,699

Retractable Awning Manufacturer

Los Angeles, CA

The Company is a leading manufacturer of premium retractable shading systems sold exclusively through an established network of professional dealers. The Company manufactures its products and sells...

$4,200,000

$4,200,000

EBITDA: $831,119

Beloved Mission District Neighborhood Bar For Sale with 48 License

San Francisco, CA

A favorite Mission District neighborhood bar for sale. A hand-carved antique oak backbar anchors the room, framed by stained glass, vintage pendants and a record-lined game area. This established...

$260,000

$260,000

BMW Specialty Repair Shop, SBA Pre-Qualified 72% Repeat Revenue

California

Single-location BMW and Mini specialty service and repair shop in California, in one of the densest concentrations of German cars in the country. Revenue and earnings have grown in each of the last...

$1,599,000

$1,599,000

Cash Flow: $445,000

Shaunt Karaghossian

Regal Real Estate

Serving Los Angeles County, CA

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In the Heart of Downtown San Mateo,Turnkey Chinese Restaurant FOR SALE

San Mateo, CA

Asking $288,000 (negotiable on lease/equipment/inventory) A rare chance to take over a profitable, normally operating Chinese restaurant built around handmade dumplings, xiao long bao, noodles, and...

$288,000

$288,000

Turnkey Chinese Concept In the Heart of Downtown Sam Mateo CA For Sale

San Mateo, CA

Asking $288,000 (negotiable on lease/equipment/inventory) A rare chance to take over a profitable, normally operating Chinese restaurant built around handmade dumplings, xiao long bao, noodles, and...

$288,888

$288,888

Architectural Sheet Metal Fabrication and Installation Contractor

$3,056,680 - Alameda County, CA

$3,056,680

Alameda County, CA

Cynthia Randall

Transworld Business Advisors of San Francisco

Berkeley Gilman Turnkey Restaurant With Spacious & Central Kitchen!!!!

Berkeley, CA

Asking $118,888–$200,000 (negotiable on lease, equipment, and inventory) Step into a restaurant that's already running, already loved, and ready for its next chapter. Tucked into Berkeley's Gilman...

$118,888

$118,888

AYCE Japanese buffet restaurant for sale in contra costa county

Concord, CA

Rare opportunity to acquire a highly successful, high-volume, all-you-can-eat Japanese restaurant in Contra Costa County. This highly popular restaurant brand was established 30 years ago in 1996 and...

$690,000

$690,000

HOODZ
Franchise

Available Nationwide

Own a Commercial Kitchen Hood Cleaning Business That Keeps the Food Service Industry Running

$100,000

$100,000

Avg. Unit Revenue: $575,405

Turn Key Cannabis Dispensary in SFV

Los Angeles, CA

**Please do not reach out if you're a broker trying to get a listing, if you have a buyer Im happy to work with you** Disclosing conditions before releasing any more information: provide proof they...

$500,000

$500,000

Established pet salon in the South Bay with 3 talented groomers

Torrance, CA

10 year salon in the south bay with established groomers , room to groom . Great location...

$170,000

$170,000

Fully Operated Laundromat - Business Opportunity

Lakewood, CA

Fully operated large laundromat with 27 washers, 34 dryers (17 sets), a new coin change machine, 3 vending machines, automatic system for doors to open and close on a preset timer. three candy...

$350,000

$350,000

Indian Grocery store which includes Sweets/Snacks & Take out!

San Jose, CA

This neighborhood grocery store offers a convenient one-stop shop for everyday essentials, sweets, and snacks. In addition to grocery items, the business features a full kitchen preparing fresh meals...

$124,999

$124,999

Turnkey restaurant for sale with type 47 license

San Francisco, CA

Established Restaurant for Sale – Lower Haight, San Francisco Rare opportunity to acquire a high-performing restaurant located in the heart of San Francisco’s Lower Haight neighborhood, a vibrant,...

$415,000

$415,000

Cash Flow: $100,000

The UPS Store in Marin/Sonoma County (multiple centers available)

Sonoma County, CA

We have multiple centers available in Sebastopol, Petaluma, Santa Rosa, Mill Valley, Corte Madera. The UPS Store is a fantastic franchise with great customer loyalty!...

$470,000

$470,000

Subway Restaurant in Burbank LA

Burbank, CA

This is an opportunity to purchase a Subway. The store is situated in the Glenoaks Plaza at a busy, signalized intersection offering excellent street visibility. It is in turnkey condition, spanning...

$80,000

$80,000

Lancaster Pool Service Route for Sale

Los Angeles County, CA

Desirable size starter route ready to grow. Well maintained pools mainly on the Westside, ,Crystal clear and algae free! Majority won through referrals. Own your own recession-proof business. Create...

$48,000

$48,000

Cash Flow: $53,000

Great Beer, BBQ, and Pizza Place With Amazing Location

Pacifica, CA

A great beer and food place that has a lot of potential. It is comfortable and a fun place for adults and families alike. I really do not want to sell this place but there is an out of state...

$65,000

$65,000

Black Optix Tint
Franchise

Available Nationwide

Black Optix Tint is a premium window tint and auto styling franchise built for owners who want a polished, modern operation backed by United Franchise Group. We focus on auto tint, paint protection film (PPF), ceramic coatings, and residential/commercial tint, delivering clean installs, an upscale showroom experience, and five-star customer care.

$60,000

$60,000

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.