Petaluma, CA
Businesses in California For Sale
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Well Established Junk Hauling business
Established Profitable Hospice in Los Angeles
Los Angeles County, CA
Papa John’s Pizza – Profitable Store – Exceptional Value Opportunity
Ventura County, CA
Turnkey Restaurant for Sale – Prime Burbank Location!
Burbank, CA
Specialized Occupational Therapy Clinic
Santa Clara County, CA
Laundromat in San Gabriel Valley
West Covina, CA
Farmers Insurance Agency - $150K Income - Vietnamese
San Jose, CA
Historic San Francisco Liquor & Grocery Store
San Francisco, CA
Farmers Insurance Agency – $170K Income – Mandarin/Cantonese
San Jose, CA
3 Profitable Car Washes — Antioch & Galt | Buy 1 or all 3, from 1.75M
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Galt, CA
Quick Service Mexican Restaurant for sale
Oceanside, CA
Highly Profitable Dry Cleaner in the heart of the business district
San Diego County, CA
Excellent Opportunity To Purchase An Established RCFE In Tracy, CA.
Tracy, CA
San Francisco Facial Plastic Surgery Clinic for Sale
San Francisco, CA
Fully Equipped Restaurant / Bar with Big Beautiful Patio - Oakland
Oakland, CA
Early Education Campus & Business Ventura County Cash Flowing + RE
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Ventura County, CA
Leo Landaverde
Greenland Advisors
Serving Fresno County, CA
Greenland Advisors is a modern business brokerage firm based in Austin, Texas, focused on helping business owners exit with maximum value, discretion, and strategic precision. We specialize in representing profitable, owner-operated and lower middle-market businesses across a range of industries, providing end-to-end advisory from valuation through closing. Our approach goes beyond traditional brokerage—we position each business like an asset, crafting compelling narratives, optimizing deal structure, and creating competitive buyer demand to drive premium outcomes. Our process is built on three core principles: Preparation drives valuation Confidentiality protects value Execution determines outcome We work exclusively with serious owners who are ready to explore a sale within the next 6–24 months, as well as qualified buyers seeking vetted, high-quality opportunities in the Austin market. At Greenland Advisors, we don’t just list businesses—we engineer successful exits.
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Established Dry Cleaning Business – Two Prime Locations
Indio, CA
Profitable Sushi Restaurant for Sale – Seller Financing Available!
Cathedral City, CA
San Diego County Legacy Bakery For Sale (Real Estate Available)
San Diego County, CA
Coin Laundry and Pure Water Store-New Renovation-More Potential
Santa Clara County, CA
Established Turnkey Tanning & Wellness Salon - Motivated Seller
San Luis Obispo County, CA
Good potential, Good area, Growing area* *8
Redlands, CA
15 FedEx Ground Routes - Sun Valley, CA - Seller & Vehicle Financing
Sun Valley, CA
16 FedEx Ground Routes - Anaheim, CA - Seller & Vehicle Financing
Anaheim, CA
Established Mediterranean Restaurant — Oakland, Type 47 License
$295,000
Oakland, CA
Turn-Key Restaurant for Sale – Rowland Heights (Colima Rd)
Rowland Heights, CA
"Prime Santa Rosa Shopping Center" Established Beverage Franchise Opp
Santa Rosa, CA
Short-term Rental Property Management Co.
California
Residential Window & Door Replacement Contractor
California
Home Health Care $1.69M Rev $512K SDE SBA Approved Est. 12 Years
Irvine, CA
Beloved San Diego Bakery | Loyal Repeat Base | $129K SDE, Growing
San Diego, CA
Established B2B Vegan Bakery LA County and profitable
Los Angeles County, CA
Branded Kid Fashion Retail and Online
Los Angeles, CA
Established Billingual Spanish Agency for Sale in Riverside County, CA
Riverside County, CA
Busy Nail Salon | Prime Los Angeles Location Near The Grove |Est. 2015
Los Angeles, CA
Prime Location Tire Shop
$395,000
Gardena, CA
Licensed Automotive Dismantler / Wrecking Yard For Sale
Fontana, CA
Turnkey Juice & Smoothie Shop
Long Beach, CA
Hawthorn Pool Service Route for Sale
Los Angeles County, CA
Visalia Pool Service Route for Sale
Tulare County, CA
Koreatown Ramen Restaurant - Strong Growth Potential
Los Angeles, CA
7 FedEx Ground Routes - Salinas, CA - Seller & Vehicle Financing
Salinas, CA
12 FedEx Ground Routes - San Francisco, CA - Seller & Vehicle Finance
San Francisco, CA
Right at Apple's Doorstep — Profitable Tea Shop, No Hood Needed, Ready
Cupertino, CA
Katherine Hudson
Modern Kathy
Serving San Luis Obispo County, CA
Modern Kathy Inc., doing business as SLO Broker & Associates, is a California real estate brokerage specializing in commercial, business, and residential real estate. Serving clients throughout San Luis Obispo County, the Central Coast, and the San Francisco Bay Area, the company provides personalized representation supported by local market knowledge, professional experience, and responsive service. Founded and led by California real estate broker Katherine Chen Hudson, Modern Kathy Inc. works with business owners, investors, commercial property owners, homeowners, buyers, and sellers. Its commercial services include business sales and acquisitions, restaurant and retail opportunities, commercial leasing, investment properties, market analysis, property marketing, contract negotiation, and transaction coordination. The company carefully assists clients with important considerations such as lease terms, equipment and inventory, confidentiality, financial documentation, licensing requirements, and business transition planning. Residential services include property valuation, listing preparation, customized marketing, buyer representation, contract negotiation, relocation assistance, and transaction management. Whether a client is selling a longtime home, purchasing a new residence, relocating, or investing in real estate, the company provides clear guidance throughout every stage of the transaction. Modern Kathy Inc. is committed to integrity, professionalism, confidentiality, and personal attention. By combining Central Coast experience with an expanding Bay Area presence, the company connects clients with valuable market opportunities and a trusted network of lenders, contractors, inspectors, attorneys, and other professionals. The mission of Modern Kathy Inc. is to deliver exclusive, personalized real estate service while helping every client make informed decisions and achieve a successful commercial or residential transaction.
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Turnkey POKE - Employee-Run – Beer&Wine–Huge Growth Potential
Palm Desert, CA
Franchised Learning Center – Affluent Community
Orange County, CA
25-Year National Marketing Platform with 420 Regional Brands
$1,900,000
Monterey, CA
Established Automotive Restyling & Rhino lining Spray Business – 9 Yea
Escondido, CA
Absentee Chocolate Franchise - Profitable, Turnkey, $187K
Sonoma County, CA
MEP engineering firm near Irvine CA specializing in K12, DSA projects
Lake Forest, CA
Home Health Agency Platform Opportunity – Sacramento County
Sacramento, CA
Profitable Absentee Chocolate Franchise - $187K
Sonoma County, CA
Established Medicare-Certified Skilled Home Health Agency – Orange Cou
Orange, CA
Critical Diesel Backup Systems Company with $3M in EBITDA
California
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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