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Multi-Unit Fast-Casual Restaurant | Strong Six Figure Net Cash Flow

Los Angeles, CA

Pacific Edge Partners is pleased to present the confidential sale of an established multi-unit fast-casual restaurant platform operating for the past 10 years in two premier Los Angeles County trade...

$1,250,000

$1,250,000

Profitable Indian Restaurant in Palo Alto

Palo Alto, CA

A fantastic opportunity to acquire an established Indian food business, offering a vibrant selection of dishes that promise an unforgettable dining experience. This is a turnkey operation with an...

$450,000

$450,000

Carlsbad CPA Firm for Sale

Carlsbad, CA

Established CPA firm with a book of tax clients for sale in Carlsbad, California. The practice is operated primarily from a home office, with a local Carlsbad workshare office used for client...

$155,000

$155,000

Laguna Hills CPA Firm for Sale

Laguna Hills, CA

Established CPA firm for sale in Laguna Hills, California. This practice is operated by a CPA who established the firm in 1990 and is now preparing for retirement. The sale is structured as a partial...

$210,000

$210,000

Cash Flow: $122,165

Profitable Child Care Business + Real Estate Included

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Contra Costa County, CA

Confidential opportunity to acquire a highly profitable, long-established child care and early education business together with the underlying real estate in one transaction. The business operates as...

$3,520,000

$3,520,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Architectural & Interior Design Firm

California

BUSINESS HIGHLIGHTS The Company is a California based architectural, interior design, and planning studio that serves public sector clients across the state. The Company concentrates on municipal and...

Not Disclosed

Not Disclosed

EBITDA: $608,000

Infrared Sauna & Cold Plunge Studio, North County San Diego

San Diego County, CA

Established private infrared sauna and cold-plunge (contrast therapy) studio for sale in one of North San Diego County's most affluent, walkable coastal markets. This turnkey wellness business...

$175,000

$175,000

Juice Bar Franchise - 100% Employee Run - Redondo Beach

Redondo Beach, CA

Great opportunity to acquire a well-established, 100% absentee owned and 100% employee operated, franchised juice bar in a very desirable and upscale Beach Redondo Community, County of Los Angeles....

$350,000

$350,000

Cash Flow: $124,287

High-Margin Ophthalmology Practice - Orange County, CA

Orange County, CA

This is a rare chance to acquire a modern, surgically driven eye care practice in one of Southern California's wealthiest coastal markets. The practice is built around cataract and lens-replacement...

Not Disclosed

Not Disclosed

Cash Flow: $1,860,000

Poke Shop in the Heart of Glendale!

Glendale, CA

Invest today in a rare opportunity to own a fully operational poke restaurant in the heart of Glendale. This established poke house is perfectly positioned near major shopping, dining, and...

$300,000

$300,000

Subscription Management Platform for Physical Product Rentals

San Francisco, CA

Remote, Germany headquartered Established European B2B SaaS company. Founded 2020 with multiple active enterprise clients, this business is providing the software infrastructure brands use to offer...

$3,000,000

$3,000,000

Preschool For Sale San Francisco, CA

San Francisco, CA

One of San Francisco's most desirable neighborhoods. The location offers excellent visibility and accessibility, with close proximity to major thoroughfares, public transportation, parks, dining,...

$3,000,000

$3,000,000

After-School & Homeschool Enrichment Academy for Sale

Mission Viejo, CA

At our learning center, experienced and compassionate educators make learning accessible, engaging, and enjoyable. As a one-of-a-kind California learning center, we are dedicated to inspiring...

$180,000

$180,000

Cash Flow: $30,000

Luxury Mobile Pet Grooming Business For Sale

$775,000 - Beverly Hills, CA

$775,000

Beverly Hills, CA

Long standing embroidery business

Placer County, CA

Imagine walking into your own thriving embroidery business that's been serving Placer County for over 30 years. You'll inherit three decades of built-in trust and reputation that money simply can't...

$400,000

$400,000

Cash Flow: $131,673

Aerospace Precision Machine Shop for Sale

Los Angeles County, CA

The Company is a precision aerospace contract manufacturer operating within Los Angeles County's established aerospace and defense manufacturing corridor....

$8,500,000

$8,500,000

Cash Flow: $2,954,803

Nanda Nandkishore, M&AMI, CBI

Acacia Group, Inc.

Serving Santa Clara County, CA

Check out the company website at www.AcaciaGroupInc.com for details of our services.

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Well-Established Dry Cleaning Plant for Sale | $325,000

Contra Costa County, CA

An exceptional opportunity to acquire a well-established dry cleaning business with high visibility and immense growth potential in a bustling commercial hub of Contra Costa County. • Prime Hub...

$325,000

$325,000

Medical Spa Location & Equipment

Beverly Hills, CA

Turnkey Med Spa Opportunity – Beverly Hills Adjacent Located in a prime Beverly Hills-adjacent area with strong demographics, this beautifully remodeled Medical Spa is situated in a high-traffic...

$20,000

$20,000

Liquor Store with Real Estate + Rental Income | SBA Approved

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Contra Costa County, CA

Exceptional opportunity to own a profitable liquor store with real estate and multiple income streams. This well-established business generates strong monthly sales and includes a 2-bedroom, 1-bath...

$1,750,000

$1,750,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Established Exterior Cleaning Business with Recurring Clients

Orange County, CA

Turnkey exterior cleaning franchise serving prime Southern California territories. Established, recurring residential and commercial customer base with all equipment, vehicles, and systems included....

$275,000

$275,000

Prime retail corridor Day Spa & Lounge in Orange County

Orange County, CA

Established day spa, operating for the past six years in Orange County offering sought-after treatments such as facials, chemical peels, LED therapy, and skin tightening. Located in a prime retail...

$1,299,000

$1,299,000

Cash Flow: $540,578

Turnkey Operating Restaurant for Sale | Prime Santa Clara Location

Santa Clara, CA

Excellent opportunity to acquire a well-maintained, operating restaurant in one of Santa Clara's most desirable and high-traffic shopping plazas. Surrounded by popular restaurants, well-known boba...

$258,000

$258,000

"Turnkey Ayce Sushi — $2.7m+ In Sales, Turn The Keys And Go"

Los Angeles, CA

TURNKEY AYCE SUSHI RESTAURANT — $2.7M+ IN ANNUAL SALES — NORTHRIDGE, CA Step into a fully operating, proven All-You-Can-Eat sushi concept generating over $2.7M in annual sales with a loyal, repeat...

$990,000

$990,000

Cash Flow: $350,000

12 FedEx Ground Routes - Santa Fe Springs, CA - Highly Profitable

Santa Fe Springs, CA

FedEx Ground Routes for Sale: Well-established and highly profitable FedEx Ground routes. All routes are contiguous, making load sharing among routes efficient. Each business, which is comprised of...

$1,250,000

$1,250,000

Cash Flow: $421,522

Own a Piece of a Premier Baseball & Softball Training Facility

$1,750,000 - Los Alamitos, CA

$1,750,000

Los Alamitos, CA

Semi-Absentee Dessert Shop |$54K Net| Seller Financing | Good Location

Contra Costa County, CA

Semi-Absentee Dessert Shop | $54K Net | Seller-Financing| Prime Shopping Center Established dessert shop operating on a semi-absentee basis, with the owner working approximately 20 hours per week....

$85,000

$85,000

Profitable Peninsula Deli | $175K NET | $1,310 Rent | Type I Hood

San Mateo County, CA

Established neighborhood deli generating approximately $425,000 in annual gross sales with seller-stated cash flow (net income) of approximately $175,000 (2025). This well-established business has...

$195,000

$195,000

Established Southern California Custom Sign & Graphics Manufacturer

Orange County, CA

This established sign manufacturer is well positioned for growth under an experienced operator. The Company benefits from a diversified customer base, with no single client accounting for more than 6%...

$750,000

$750,000

EBITDA: $200,000

Dog grooming shop.

Pasadena, CA

Prime location, free standing building. Has full visibility on a major blvd traveled by lots of cars and foot traffic. Established 3 years by current owner, this newly remodeled business boasts a...

$60,000

$60,000

Cash Flow: $87,000

Profitable San Diego Salon in Busy Shopping Center

San Diego, CA

Rare opportunity to acquire a beautifully remodeled salon in a prime central San Diego location. Successfully operated for over 12 years! Offering high end hair cuts, nails, and retail products at...

$169,000

$169,000

Profitable Indian Restaurant In San Francisco

San Francisco, CA

A fantastic opportunity to acquire a well-established Indian food business specializing in authentic, Indian cuisine. This is a turnkey operation with an established clientele that presents a...

$299,000

$299,000

Japanese Restaurant w/ Patio / Property Available for Purchase

Los Angeles County, CA

Japanese Restaurant with Freestanding Building and Optional Property Purchase Well-established Japanese restaurant for sale, located in a 1,600 sq. ft. freestanding building with attractive patio...

$295,000

$295,000

Cash Flow: $72,000

Established and Profitable Supplemental Education Franchise

Contra Costa County, CA

Here is an great opportunity to own a well-established, high performing supplemental education and tutoring franchise business is located in the San Francisco Bay Area. The business operates out of a...

$699,000

$699,000

Cash Flow: $264,700

Profitable Pottery Painting Studio in Busy Entertainment District

San Joaquin County, CA

This Pottery Painting Studio is a great place to spend a couple of hours and get in touch with your creative side! You can walk in anytime and paint your heart out or reserve a table on their website....

$329,900

$329,900

Cash Flow: $125,507

Profitable Online Floral & Event Services LA County

Los Angeles County, CA

Operating entirely online within Los Angeles County, this established luxury floral and event services business boasts an impeccable reputation and incredibly low overhead. This fully relocatable...

$60,000

$60,000

Cash Flow: $47,671

Established Southern California Family Medicine Practice

San Bernardino County, CA

San Bernardino County, CA

Established Custom Picture Framing Business

Santa Barbara County, CA

Established custom picture framing business with over 40 years of history serving Santa Barbara County. This well-established business enjoys a strong reputation for quality craftsmanship,...

$95,000

$95,000

Cash Flow: $78,403

27-Year RF Technology Company | $544K SDE | Significant Growth

Camarillo, CA

This highly profitable Southern California company designs, manufactures, and markets specialized radio frequency (RF) wireless communication, control, and telemetry products for OEM, industrial,...

$1,235,000

$1,235,000

Cash Flow: $544,039

Market Sushi

Corona, CA

Well-established Sushi Kiosk inside a Major Grocery Store This is a well-established sushi kiosk located inside a major grocery store with a stable customer base. The business is supported by a...

$25,000

$25,000

Cash Flow: $88,560

Appliance Repair Company for Sale in Los Angeles

Los Angeles County, CA

This award-winning appliance repair company specializes in premium brands, offering residential and commercial repair services through a team of seven independent technicians. Revenue includes...

$650,000

$650,000

Cash Flow: $426,547

20-Year Central Coast Law Firm | $2.3M Rev | $700K SDE | Owner-Indepen

California

Business Description: This is a rare opportunity to acquire a thriving, owner-independent law firm on California's Central Coast — a market known for its growth, affluence, and consistent demand for...

Not Disclosed

Not Disclosed

Cash Flow: $697,000

Established Quick Service Mexican Restaurant

Marin County, CA

Established Quick Service Mexican Restaurant - $240,000 Profit, SBA Pre-Approved, 10% Cash Down RRC#5285 Asking Price: $495,000 Location: Marin County Annual Revenue: $1,141,543 Annual Cash Flow:...

$495,000

$495,000

Cash Flow: $239,559

Vending machine at location for sale 11 total combo snacks and drinks

Van Nuys, CA

11 vending machine at locations, profitable, locations, bright white clean machines. Selling all 11 locations or willing to sell half. Machines are located at various van nuys airport locations, as...

$99,999

$99,999

5-Day Deli and Sandwich in Santa Barbaro

Santa Barbara, CA

This 5-day deli and sandwich store located in Santa Barbara is a fantastic opportunity for any potential business owner. Known for its fresh, delicious offerings, its the go to spot for those seeking...

$105,000

$105,000

Gregg Tobin

Gateway Business Sales

Serving Los Angeles County, CA

Gateway Business Sales (GBS) team of professionals and advisors have over 75 years combined experience in Mergers & Acquisitions and have successfully closed 600 + transactions in a wide range of industries. GBS has secure affiliations with investment banking firms and business advisory groups, which broadens our offerings to include mergers, acquisitions, and related consulting services for privately held companies. GBS has intermediaries that serve businesses with an enterprise value from $1 million to $20 million and have advisors and team members with experience and a track record of selling companies valued above $20 million. Our performance and results show this is more than rhetoric, as 75% of our engagements come from referrals from satisfied clients, CPA’s, Attorney’s, Financial Advisors, and Investment Bankers. GBS will develop a customized sales and marketing strategy to drive optimal results. While each client and business may be unique, we utilize our resources and experience to create demand for your business.

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Well Known Chicken and Korean Snack restaurant in busy Food Court

Garden Grove, CA

Located Famous taste chicken and Snack Food Court In famous Korean Food Market 460 SF $3300 Rent/m Gross Income $20000/m 6 days open running by senior Couple...

$80,000

$80,000

Cash Flow: $108,000

Traditional ,Long -established Brunch restaurant and real estate sale

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Los Angeles County, CA

Free Standing 3248SF Building ,21447 SF LOT Over 75 Cars Parking Space High Ceiling Cute Single building Built in 1963...

$2,650,000

$2,650,000

Cash Flow: $200,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Pour Me Taproom & Bottle Shop For Sale | The Best Taproom in Gilroy

$450,000 - Gilroy, CA

$450,000

Gilroy, CA

Coin Laundry and Coin Car Wash with Property Sale

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Los Angeles, CA

Property & Business Information Free Standing Single 5100SF Lot size 21344 SF Built in 2018 High Ceiling Laundry BLDG, and Four Bay Coin Car Wash Gross Sale of Laundry & Car Wash : $1,200,000/Year net...

$6,950,000

$6,950,000

Cash Flow: $680,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

8 FedEx Ground Routes, Arcadia CA

Arcadia, CA

Imagine stepping into a turnkey operation that's been generating steady profits from day one. You'll love these 8 well-established FedEx Ground pickup and delivery routes serving the thriving Arcadia,...

$795,000

$795,000

EBITDA: $250,000

Major brand tool truck route in south Sacramento

Sacramento County, CA

Established Major Brand Tool Truck Route - South Sacramento This is a prime opportunity to acquire an established tool truck route serving the south Sacramento market. Operating under a major national...

$400,000

$400,000

Prime South Park Restaurant | Fully Equipped | $2,400/mo. w/ Type 41

Los Angeles, CA

Position your restaurant in one of Downtown Los Angeles’ most dynamic and rapidly evolving neighborhoods. Mona Pasta Bar presents an exceptional opportunity to acquire a fully built-out, turnkey...

$150,000

$150,000

Turnkey Sushi Restaurant for Sale | $175,000

San Jose, CA

Excellent opportunity to acquire a fully equipped, turnkey sushi restaurant in the heart of North San Jose’s thriving tech corridor. Conveniently located in a busy multi-tenant retail plaza, the...

$175,000

$175,000

Turnkey Restaurant, Bar & Real Estate- Trinity Mountains -$1.1M Sales

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Trinity County, CA

ASKING PRICE $650,000 GROSS REVENUE $1,022,721 CASH FLOW / SDE $76,000+ BUSINESS DESCRIPTION This is a rare find — a fully operating restaurant and bar where the real estate is included in the sale....

$650,000

$650,000

Cash Flow: $76,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Busy Restaurant close to Beach on main street PRICE REDUCED

San Clemente, CA

Imagine running your dream restaurant just minutes from the beautiful San Clemente beach! This turnkey opportunity sits on one of the busiest streets in town, where foot traffic flows naturally and...

$195,000

$195,000

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.