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High Volume Liquor Store with Property (Martinez)

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Martinez, CA

Description: This is a long-established, family-owned Liquor and convenience store in downtown Martinez, California. Located on Main Street, it offers a wide selection of everyday essentials,...

$2,499,000

$2,499,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Popular & Profitable Sonoma County Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Restaurant

Sonoma County, CA

Popular & Profitable Sonoma County Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Restaurant for Sale. Elevated Diner Vibes! RRC#5354 Asking Price: $525,000 Location: Sonoma County Annual Revenue: $ 2,037,917 Annual Cash...

$525,000

$525,000

Franchise Tire store in N. California

California

Established Northern California tire franchise with a strong reputation, recognized brand, and loyal customer base. Ideally located, this turnkey operation generates consistent revenue through tire...

$750,000

$750,000

Cash Flow: $350,231

Huntington Beach, CA Tax Practice for Sale

Orange County, CA

• The owner is an EA • This practice was established in 1990 • Software in use includes Lacerte and QuickBooks • Approximately 980 individual tax returns with an average fee of $344 per return •...

$460,000

$460,000

Cash Flow: $106,762

Caster House — Premium LA Shoot Location + Real Estate

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Los Angeles, CA

Caster House is a turnkey, high-margin photo and film shoot-location business offered together with its real estate — a rare pairing of a cash-flowing brand and a prime piece of San Fernando Valley...

$3,250,000

$3,250,000

Cash Flow: $276,492

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

>> Amazing Opportunity to Purchase Three Salon Suite Businesses

San Diego County, CA

This is an exceptional opportunity to acquire a highly profitable portfolio of three established salon suite businesses located in some of San Diego County’s most desirable retail markets. Unlike...

$1,100,000

$1,100,000

Cash Flow: $240,000

Premier Oral Surgery Practice | $1.25M Revenue | 25+ Years

Stanislaus County, CA

Rare opportunity to acquire a highly respected Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery practice serving California's Central Valley for more than 25 years. Founded in 1998, this referral-driven practice has...

$850,000

$850,000

Cash Flow: $318,968

Highly Rated SF Roofing Contractor with Consistent Local Clientele

San Francisco, CA

Established and highly reputable roofing contracting company serving the San Francisco Bay Area. Known for exceptional craftsmanship, reliable service, and strong community roots, the business...

$525,000

$525,000

Cash Flow: $450,000

Absentee owned restaurant with ABC 47 license

Long Beach, CA

This turnkey, absentee-owned operation delivers impressive financial and low owner involvement, making it ideal for investors, multi-unit operators, or semi-absentee buyers seeking reliable cash flow...

$595,000

$595,000

Cash Flow: $285,000

Newly built-out Modern Boba Tea Shop in Prime Location

Apple Valley, CA

Step into ownership of a modern, fully equipped boba tea and snack shop in one of Apple Valley’s most desirable locations. This stylish business offers a turnkey entry into the booming specialty...

$198,000

$198,000

Turnkey Chiropractic Business

Tehama County, CA

This well-established, highly respected chiropractic practice has been successfully serving the community for decades. Known for its exceptional patient care and consistently great reviews, this...

$180,000

$180,000

Cash Flow: $109,885

Ready-Mix Concrete and Aggregate Supply *Seller financing*

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Lassen County, CA

With over 45 years of history, this ready-mix concrete business has built a strong reputation in the industry and the local community. Situated on a sprawling property with significant improvements,...

$1,000,000

$1,000,000

Cash Flow: $266,750

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

General Contracting & Landscaping Business

Yolo County, CA

This well-established general contracting and landscaping business has been a trusted name in its market for decades, building a stellar reputation for quality and reliability. The business has...

$225,000

$225,000

Cash Flow: $209,272

Premium Hotel & Resort Linen Distribution Company - High Margins

$800,000 - San Diego County, CA

$800,000

San Diego County, CA

Car Audio Business 25+ years in business-Franchise

La Mesa, CA

Al & Ed's Autosound franchise has been in business since 1954. This particular store has been business for 10 plus years. We can show tax returns showing profit and reaching or exceeding 1,500,000...

$1,200,000

$1,200,000

Automotive Electronics Reconditioning Business

California

** Please note: To inquire about this listing, you must have access to at least $1 million in cash. The Company provides high-quality reconditioning of automotive electronic control modules for...

Not Disclosed

Not Disclosed

Cash Flow: $1,800,000

Marshall Pollock CBB CBI

Transworld Business Advisors

Serving San Diego County, CA

Transworld Business Advisors is considered by many to be the world leader in the marketing and sales of businesses, franchises and commercial real estate. Whether you represent an acquisition-minded corporation, or are personally interested in owning your own company, Transworld offers the professional services that successfully bring buyers and sellers together. From business brokerage, franchising, to mergers and acquisitions; we are the business sale specialists. Since our inception, we have excelled in getting deals done! Call us and you will understand what makes us the best company to handle any business or commercial real estate sale.

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Salon & Boutique For Sale

San Diego, CA

Salon & Boutique For Sale. Established full-service salon and boutique located in a desirable San Diego area with a modern, professionally designed build-out and an established customer base. The...

$120,000

$120,000

6 FedEx Ground Routes - Santa Rosa, CA - Seller & Vehicle Financing

Santa Rosa, CA

The Asking Price for all routes, including 6 vehicles, is $550,000 in outright cash, plus $175,000 in estimated possible vehicle financing, plus $150,000 in seller financing (Total Purchase Price:...

$875,000

$875,000

Cash Flow: $278,781

NorCal Laboratory with Medicare, Medi-Cal, and Optional Equipment

Alameda County, CA

For sale active Clinical laboratory, fully equipped for clinical and molecular testing, with active Medicare and Medi-Cal. Five years established, serving Medicare and Medi-Cal patients. Laboratory is...

$500,000

$500,000

Tire Store in Northern California

California

Established tires franchise in Northern California, offering a turnkey opportunity in the automotive service industry. This well-known and trusted tire and auto repair business benefits from strong...

$750,000

$750,000

Cash Flow: $366,843

5-Year-Old Amazon FBA Beach Accessory Brand | Under 1 Hour Per Week

California

This is an FBA beach accessory product business built around a proprietary formula that solves a common problem for beachgoers in seconds. The brand created its own product category and holds...

$325,000

$325,000

Cash Flow: $138,778

Major brand Business only

Long Beach, CA

Major brand with small snack shop and three bay garages. The garage is lease at 5,000 per month. Pumps 60k at 60 ct. Snack shop is doing about 30K. Has Beer and Wine Rent 18,500/mo. Three-year leases...

$500,000

$500,000

Franchise Sub Sandwich Shop Established 20+ years!

South Lake Tahoe, CA

GREAT PRICE! Current owner lives hours away and cannot keep an eye on his shop and it shows! Labor is 42%!! Another Owner Operator with the same Franchise runs 21% Labor. That could be a potential...

$99,999

$99,999

Cash Flow: $99,000

Turnkey HeadSpa/ Wellness/Beauty suites

San Joaquin County, CA

Perfect for owner operator . Step in to Fully built out And fully operational beautiful HeadSpa / spa / wellness business . In a great location with great visibility . Seller’s motivated : Sellers...

$70,000

$70,000

Staff-Run Mobile Pet Grooming | $215K Avg SDE | 3 Vans, 1 Idle | LA

$695,000 - Los Angeles, CA

$695,000

Los Angeles, CA

Super Market Sushi franchisee Los Angeles

Glendale, CA

Store for Sale – Fujisan Sushi Location: Super King Market, Glendale Address: 6501 San Fernando Rd, Glendale, CA 91201 Monthly Gross Sales: $20,000–$27,000 Commission: 65% Order (Cost of Goods): 22.5%...

$40,000

$40,000

Cash Flow: $80,000

Legacy Custom Screen Printing Apparel Business + Real Estate

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

South San Francisco, CA

For sale: a 47-year, vertically integrated apparel production company with owned real estate in the heart of the Bay Area. Operating continuously since 1979, this business has built a loyal repeat...

$6,000,000

$6,000,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Auto Repair shop AND real estate! Be your own boss.

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Santa Rosa, CA

Most auto shops fix cars. The smart ones become the default answer when something goes wrong. This Sonoma County repair business has quietly built exactly that: loyal repeat customers, consistent...

$1,600,000

$1,600,000

Cash Flow: $134,870

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Profitable Manager-Run Fast Casual Restaurant in Affluent Coastal Mrkt

Los Angeles, CA

Pacific Edge Partners is pleased to present the confidential sale of an established fast-casual restaurant serving an affluent coastal Los Angeles County community. The restaurant has operated as part...

$440,000

$440,000

High-Volume Manager-Run Fast Casual Restaurant by Major LA University

Los Angeles, CA

Pacific Edge Partners is pleased to present the confidential sale of an established fast-casual restaurant operating in a dense and highly desirable West Los Angeles trade area near a major...

$810,000

$810,000

6 FedEx Ground Routes - Sun Valley, CA - Vehicle Financing

Sun Valley, CA

The Asking Price for all routes, including 6 vehicles, is $525,000 in outright cash plus $225,000 in estimated possible vehicle financing (Total Purchase Price: $750,000). FedEx Ground Routes for...

$750,000

$750,000

Cash Flow: $245,654

13 FedEx Ground Routes - Hayward, CA - Vehicle Financing

Hayward, CA

The Asking Price for all routes, including 13 vehicles, is $1,250,000 in outright cash plus $450,000 in estimated possible vehicle financing for 13 vehicles (Total Purchase Price: $1,700,000). FedEx...

$1,700,000

$1,700,000

Cash Flow: $609,056

9 FedEx Ground Routes - Arcadia, CA - Seller & Vehicle Financing

Arcadia, CA

The Asking Price for all routes, including 9 vehicles, is $900,000 in outright cash, plus $50,000 in estimated possible vehicle financing, plus $100,000 in seller financing (Total Purchase Price:...

$1,050,000

$1,050,000

Cash Flow: $322,791

Popular Gourmet Burger & Beer Restaurant – Prime Downtown Location

Camarillo, CA

HIGH-VOLUME Gourmet Burger Restaurant With Beer and Wine Business For Sale. Located In Ventura County Ca. Are you ready to sink your teeth into a delicious business opportunity? Look no further than...

$279,000

$279,000

Cash Flow: $137,000

Franchise Mexican Fast Casual Restaurant

Los Angeles County, CA

AS-IS, ASSET SALE Established Fast-Casual Mexican Franchise Restaurant for Sale Excellent opportunity to acquire a well-established fast-casual Mexican franchise that has been operating since 2014....

$150,000

$150,000

Eagle Lake Hospitality & Restaurant Opportunity

$849,000 - Susanville, CA

$849,000

Susanville, CA

"Daly City" $Million dollar restaurant opportunity - Serramonte Center

Daly City, CA

A prime restaurant property is available for immediate acquisition in Daly City. Located in the popular and premium Serramonte Center, this fully equipped space offers a strategic platform for...

$399,000

$399,000

Semi- Absentee Specialty Fast Food

Montclair, CA

MONTHLY GROSS: $30,000 MONTHLY RENT: $5,604 LEASE TERMS: 7 + 10 STORE SIZE: 700 SQFT. SEATING CAPACITY: FOOD COURT. OPEN HOURS: 11AM- 8PM MON~ SAT. 11 AM~ 7 PM SUN. EMPLOYEES: 5 PT. WAGE: $6,000/MO....

$150,000

$150,000

Cash Flow: $66,000

Specialty Fusion Fast Food

Moreno Valley, CA

MONTHLY GROSS: $30,000 MONTHLY RENT: $5,143 LEASE TERMS: 9 STORE SIZE: 400 SQFT. SEATING CAPACITY: FOOD COURT. OPEN HOURS: 11AM- 8PM MON~ SAT. 11 AM~ 7 PM SUN. EMPLOYEES: 5 PT. WAGE: $6,500/MO. REASON...

$150,000

$150,000

Cash Flow: $72,000

Chiropractic Practice for Sale in California

Alameda County, CA

ref#727 Located in an attractive and highly desirable area of Alameda County, California, this well-established chiropractic practice presents an excellent opportunity for a doctor or investor seeking...

$397,000

$397,000

Cash Flow: $201,348

Fashion Bakery + Experiential Retail - A First in San Francisco

San Francisco, CA

We are representing a premier, founder-led lifestyle brand that has successfully engineered a high-performance "Scent & Savory" ecosystem. Situated in a landmark historic building within San...

$1,100,000

$1,100,000

Cash Flow: $359,937

#1 On Yelp. Appliance repair company 1200 reviews, 5 stars.

Torrance, CA

Top#1 on Yelp in LA ,5 star If you want to start your business, then start it with a great reputation in this city. A client base of over 16,000 clients 2024 Mercedes Sprinter We work with insurance...

$1,200,000

$1,200,000

EBITDA: $400,000

Profitable 20-Year Salvadorian Restaurant | Prime NoHo Corner | $1,500

North Hollywood, CA

This is an outstanding opportunity to acquire a long-established Salvadorian restaurant located on a busy corner near Laurel Canyon in North Hollywood. Operating successfully for over 20 years, the...

$80,000

$80,000

Cash Flow: $155,000

5 Days Operating Snack Shop in Hospital.

Los Angeles, CA

Safety and Easy operating Business. 5 Days open Saturday, Sunday, and National Holiday Closed....

$480,000

$480,000

Cash Flow: $144,000

Cameron Irons

SVN | VANGUARD

Serving Orange County, CA

SVN Vanguard Business and Real Este Brokers represents businesses in their journey to buy and sell businesses and property in different industries organized by teams. SVN Auto is the only national automotive business and real estate broker with over 200 offices across the US. SVN Auto teams with the local offices within the SVN family to provide specialized automotive real estate and business sales as well as leasing, mergers and acquisitions for larger firms and NNN property investments in the automotive industry. Our SVN offices across the US provide real estate sales and leasing in all asset types, but SVN Auto is automotive only.

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Cleaning Business For Sale - Whole Biz or Clients/Cleaners

San Diego County, CA

Established residential cleaning business serving San Diego County for over 25 years with proven track record and loyal customer base. This turnkey operation generates $117,510 in annual revenue with...

$30,000

$30,000

Cash Flow: $25,000

As Seen On TV Store

Solvang, CA

Rare opportunity to own an established retail business operating for 28 years in prime Solvang location, specializing in As Seen On TV products, Hawaiian shave ice, and American retro and nostalgic...

$275,000

$275,000

Growing Gym Vending Route — 17 Machines, Contract to Expand to 42

$245,000 - Vacaville, CA

$245,000

Vacaville, CA

Architect-Designed Beach Pizza Restaurant | Long Lease | High Upside

Los Angeles, CA

This is an opportunity to acquire a recently built New York-style pizza restaurant in one of Los Angeles County's premier beach communities. The business generated approximately $873,000 in gross...

$800,000

$800,000

"Larkspur" Premium Turn-Key Restaurant

Larkspur, CA

An exceptional restaurant opportunity is available for immediate acquisition in Larkspur. This fully operational, turnkey space offers a strategic platform for restaurateurs seeking to establish or...

$185,000

$185,000

Rare Opportunity: Turnkey Specialty Boutique in Old Town San Diego.

San Diego, CA

A highly manageable, profitable retail business in a premier historic tourist center. Commercial real estate in Old Town San Diego is in extremely high demand, and finding vacant space here is nearly...

$175,000

$175,000

Cash Flow: $85,000

Los Angeles, CA EA Practice for Sale

Los Angeles County, CA

• The owner is an EA • This practice was established in YEAR • Software in use includes Lacerte • Approximately 1,470 individual tax returns with an average fee of $300 per return • Approximately 30...

$650,000

$650,000

Cash Flow: $360,425

Cafe, Coffee, Sandwiches, Salads, Baked Goods, Crepes, Waffles

San Diego, CA

Prime corner facility in high traffic location near downtown San Diego. Rebranded popular local coffee house/cafe with unique and attractive design and new menu. Wide selection of coffees,...

$225,000

$225,000

For Sale: Auto Body & Repair Shop

Moorpark, CA

Full-Service Moorpark Auto Body & Repair Shop – Spray Booth & Lifts Included Listing Summary: • Asking Price: $525,000 • Gross Revenue: $800,000+ • Cash Flow (SDE): $200,000 • Location: Moorpark, CA...

$525,000

$525,000

Cash Flow: $200,000

Established Commercial Plumbing Company with Coveted Client Base!

San Diego, CA

This family-operated commercial plumbing company is led by an industry veteran that has mastered the art of operating a thriving home services business without it being wholly reliant on the owner....

$475,000

$475,000

Cash Flow: $340,018

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.