Rocklin, CA
Exceptional opportunity and value, listed at $200,000.00, for immediate profit and success: The preliminary information disclosed below warrants serious buyers by appointment only. This is an all cash...
Cash Flow: $259,000
Businesses in California For Sale
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Muffler-Catalytic Converter-Exhaust Auto Repair Shop-30 Year Location
One-of-a-Kind Lifestyle Charter Business: Established, Untapped Growth
Newport Beach, CA
-Turnkey operation with Custom Fleet, Booking System, equipment, licenses, secured dock lease, and certifications current. Built to be a remote manager. -Proprietary charter fleet unavailable through...
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Remote Telehealth Business – Absentee-Ready and Built to Scale
San Francisco, CA
Own a Piece of the Healthcare Revolution This is more than just a business—it’s a golden ticket to the future of healthcare. This fully remote Telehealth operation has been meticulously designed to...
Rare Cannabis Manufacturing Opportunity Type 7 & Type 11 License
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
San Benito County, CA
PRICE REDUCTION- $200 - RARE CANNABIS MANUFACTURING OPPORTUNITY - TYPE 7 & TYPE 11 LICENSED FACILITY Turnkey cannabis manufacturing and distribution facility offering immediate operational entry into...
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Relocatable Automotive eCommerce & Auto Parts Brand. I $1.5M Revenue
Los Angeles County, CA
# Automotive eCommerce Platform & Fuel Injector Brand ## $1.5M Revenue | $400K+ Annual Owner Earnings | ~2 Hours/Week Owner Involvement Established and highly scalable automotive eCommerce platform...
Cash Flow: $380,270
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Profitable Healthy Casual Restaurant in Prime Brentwood Location
Brentwood, CA
Rare Turnkey Business Opportunity in Brentwood's Premier Retail Destination Take advantage of the opportunity to own an established, profitable fast-casual restaurant located within one of East Contra...
Cash Flow: $108,000
Profitable Turnkey Mobile Dog Grooming Business - SFV
Los Angeles, CA
Bring your clippers! Highly Profitable Luxury Dog Grooming Business is for sale! Turn-key Opportunity for experienced groomer to take over busy client roster from retiring owner. Happy, Long-term...
Cash Flow: $87,000
Absentee-Run Claw Machine Arcade in Riverside Tyler Mall
Riverside, CA
PRICE REDUCED!!! Profitable Claw Machine Arcade in Prime Riverside Tyler Mall Location This established claw machine arcade presents an exceptional opportunity in the entertainment sector,...
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Boba drinks and Asian fast food Restaurant
Antioch, CA
Stand alone fast food restaurant, highly visible corner, ample parking Marketing description 212 E 18th St, Antioch, CA 94509 Boba Wings Asian fastfood restaurant corner lot has several...
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Prime Drive-Through Coffee Business FOR SALE
Redwood City, CA
A rare chance to own a true drive-through coffee business in one of the most supply-constrained and high-demand corridors in San Mateo County, California. This drive through is strategically...
First Choice Business Brokers
Franchise
Available in California
First Choice Business Brokers are a team of passionate professionals that assist buyers and sellers of small to medium-sized businesses with their buying/selling transactions. With over 25 years of industry-leading experience, new franchise owners are expertly trained in a proven business model. This unique opportunity offers multiple streams of revenue by helping business owners.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $315,395
Established and Profitable Mexican Restaurant in High Traffic Location
Chula Vista, CA
Rare opportunity to acquire a well-established and fully operational Mexican restaurant in one of South Bay’s most desirable and growing trade areas. With nearly a decade of operating history, a...
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Indoor Play Cafe Concept with Multi-Unit Growth Potential
Orange County, CA
This confidential opportunity represents the acquisition of a premium indoor play café and family entertainment business located within one of Southern California's most desirable regional shopping...
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Mushroom Wellness Brand | $605K Revenue | 58% Net Margin | Turnkey Acq
$900,000
Encinitas, CA
Pure Water Store & Food Service Opportunity for Sale – Milpitas, CA –
Milpitas, CA
Excellent opportunity for a food entrepreneur, caterer, restaurant owner, bakery operator, coffee vendor, or specialty food business looking to establish a presence in a high-traffic retail location...
Cash Flow: $108,000
Turnkey Italian Restaurant with Bar and Full Liquor License!
Laguna Niguel, CA
Fantastic location in a Major Shopping Center with Great Visibility! Within the vibrant community of Laguna Niguel lies an exceptional restaurant with bar opportunity situated in a community shopping...
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Transworld Business Advisors Coachella Valley
Serving Riverside County, CA
When a company owner needs to sell their business, they can’t just stick a for sale sign in the window. They need the assistance of a business broker to locate and vet potential buyers. On the other side, buyers rely on the broker to help facilitate the process of evaluating potential businesses and franchises for sale. A Transworld Business Advisor is the solution for both scenarios. Transworld Business Advisorson three core concepts: business brokerage, franchise consulting and franchise development. The History Of Transworld Business Advisors Established in 1979, Transworld Business Advisors was originally founded in South Florida by Don (a 30 year IBM executive) and his wife Bonnie Parrish. It quickly grew to the largest business brokerage in the U.S. Although the company was thriving, CEO Andrew Cagnetta envisioned even more growth. It wasn’t long before United Franchise Group CEO Ray Titus and Cagnetta teamed up to form a partnership and offer Transworld Business Advisors as a franchise. With over 25 years in franchising, Ray provided the leadership under United Franchise Group, which is home to award winning franchises such as Signarama, Fully Promoted (formally EmbroidMe), Experimac, SuperGreen Solutions, VentureX, and Jon Smith Subs. Andy provided the business brokerage industry experience. Their symbiotic relationship helped grow the Transworld franchise into more than 100 franchisees around the world. Transworld Business Advisors is headquartered in West Palm Beach, Florida. Our state of the art training facility has helped thousands of entrepreneurs achieve their dream of business ownership. Transworld Business Advisors Today For over thirty-five years, Transworld has specialized in the sale of businesses and commercial real estate. Today Transworld Business Advisors is a global network of brokers offering a turnkey solution for those that want to build a solid business and future for themselves while maintaining a balanced quality of life. With our comprehensive training programs, full marketing support, and local field support, you won’t have to start from scratch. Our trained experts and mentors will help you every step of the way. Awards And Recognition Logos of Awards Transworld Business Advisors has been awarded several accolades including: Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500 2014 and their special categories for top home-based and fastest growing franchise systems Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year Entrepreneur Magazine’s 2013 Fastest Growing Franchise Franchise Times 200 Transworld Allegiances International Business Brokers Association, Inc. International Franchise Association
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Work from home running your own cleaning business in Santa Cruz, CA
Santa Cruz County, CA
Established Residential Cleaning Business - Santa Cruz County, CA This profitable home-based cleaning service has been serving the Santa Cruz County community since 1995, building a loyal client base...
Cash Flow: $27,000
Turnkey Tech Repair Franchise with Built-In B2B & Insurance Revenue
Poway, CA
Acquire a fully operational, high-margin tech repair franchise specializing in smartphones, tablets, computers, and gaming consoles. This turnkey business benefits from a premium retail location and...
EBITDA: $20,000
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Turnkey Nail Salon for Sale — Prime Location Now sale pending
Santa Clara, CA
Established Turnkey Nail Salon for Sale in Prime Santa Clara Location This well-established nail salon presents an exceptional opportunity for an owner-operator or investor seeking a profitable beauty...
Car rental + dealership + collision center by the LAX
Inglewood, CA
TECHIIA MOTORSPORTS - INTEGRATED AUTOMOTIVE BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY Established in 2019, this thriving multi-faceted automotive enterprise combines three complementary revenue streams: car rental, used...
Busy Subway Restaurant
Los Angeles County, CA
Busy Subway restaurant for sale in a high-traffic location with strong sales volume and established customer base. Well-maintained operation with experienced staff, excellent visibility, and...
Cash Flow: $130,000
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.
Los Angeles: Established Security Services Business Backed by Signal
Los Angeles, CA
This opportunity is for a buyer looking to acquire an operating security services business with active contracts, immediate revenue, and infrastructure already in place while also benefiting from the...
EBITDA: $113,000
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Profitable Established Cell Phone Repair Business- High Traffic
San Bernardino, CA
PROFITABLE CELL PHONE REPAIR BUSINESS - PRIME SHOPPING MALL LOCATION This established cell phone and computer repair business represents an exceptional opportunity in San Bernardino, CA. Operating...
Cash Flow: $120,000
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Premier Bay Area Outdoor Living & Deck Construction Company
$1,250,000
San Mateo County, CA
Turnkey Hybrid Model & Talent Agency
California
Opportunity of a generation! Well-established, turnkey hybrid model and talent agency with extraordinary recurring cash flow. Potentially a $5M - $10M business being offered for $3M due to life...
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Pure Barre Redondo Beach And SAN PEDRO Pure Barre
Los Angeles, CA
Pure Barre San Pedro presents an exceptional opportunity to acquire an established franchise fitness studio in Los Angeles County's affluent South Bay market. This turnkey operation generated $419,826...
Cash Flow: $140,000
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South California Behavioral Health Practice, Multiple Locations
San Bernardino County, CA
Established in 1999, this Southern California behavioral health practice generates approximately $4,000,000 in annual revenue with $550,000 in EBITDA. The practice operates as a multidisciplinary...
EBITDA: $550,000
Fresh Monkee - Truly Healthy Shakes
Carlsbad, CA
Fresh Monkee - Premium Health Food & Nutrition Franchise Opportunity Established health-focused smoothie and protein shake franchise serving the growing Carlsbad, CA market with premium made-to-order...
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Established Insurance Agency
Chico, CA
Established insurance agency located in the high-growth market of Butte County, operating under Farmers Insurance since 2015. The agency generates approximately $147,000 in cash flow, providing...
Cash Flow: $147,000
Turn Key Full Service Car Wash for Sale
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
California
Established multi-site car wash platform operating two full-service locations in California, strategically positioned along high-traffic commercial corridors. The business utilizes a conveyor-based...
Cash Flow: $930,000
Legacy Investment Opportunity Iconic Apple Valley Restaurant FOR SALE
Apple Valley, CA
A Legacy Opportunity 35 Years in the Making For the first time in over three decades, the iconic Las Brisas Restaurant is available for acquisition. This is not just a business; it is a High Desert...
Cash Flow: $150,000
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Kid to Kid
Franchise
Available Nationwide
Step into the $43 billion resale industry with Kid to Kid, a franchise that transforms high-quality, gently used kids' items into a profitable, purpose-driven business. Backed by 30+ years of innovation, unparalleled support, and a thriving community of 120+ stores, Kid to Kid offers the perfect opportunity to make a meaningful impact while building your own success story.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $1,017,375
Stone Fabrication Shop with Showroom, Slab and Tile Installers
Monterey, CA
Complete Slab Frabrication Shop and Showroom...
Cash Flow: $143,000
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Dental Office For Sale
Lawndale, CA
DENTAL OFFICE FOR SALE - PRIME LAWNDALE LOCATION Established dental practice operating since 2016 in a high-visibility corner shopping center in Lawndale, CA. This general practice dental office...
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Growing Gym Vending Route — 17 Machines, Contract to Expand to 42
$245,000
Vacaville, CA
$7,000/ NET AVG Monthly! Live Monitoring- MUST HAVE LICENSE!
Los Angeles County, CA
PLEASE READ: Established Security Monitoring Business - Premium Passive Income Opportunity MUST HAVE ACO CALIFORNIA LICENSE No Facilities or Assets to be sold. Home Based Business. Selling existing...
EBITDA: $94,000
Premier California Delta Full Service Marine Yard
Rio Vista, CA
Sierra West Boat Works represents a rare opportunity to acquire one of Northern California's premier full-service marine facilities, strategically located on the scenic Sacramento Delta. For decades,...
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Cruise Planners
Franchise
Available Nationwide
For more than 20 years, Cruise Planners has been a low-cost franchise opportunity that can yield high returns!
Avg. Unit Revenue: $518,262
Very Established Candy Store with amazing potential
Merced, CA
JUST REDUCED!!!...... Imagine walking into your very own candy store every morning - the sweet aroma, colorful displays, and smiling customers who've become like family over the years. This...
Cash Flow: $40,000
Tow Business For Sale
Los Angeles, CA
Tow company for sale which includes one flatbed truck and one wrecker....
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Commercial Electrical Contractor Business - SC2293
California
This commercial electrical contractor business is a California Subchapter S Corporation and has been in operation for 4 years under the founding leadership. 95% of their work is done on the commercial...
Cash Flow: $600,000
Full-Service Construction Company Residential/ limited Commercial
Los Angeles County, CA
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY This established full-service construction company with a strong contracted pipeline presents a compelling acquisition opportunity with diversified revenue streams spanning...
Cash Flow: $1,716,000
Established 6-Bed RCFE + Real Estate | Full Census | Glendora
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Glendora, CA
Confidential 6-bed RCFE + real estate opportunity in the Glendora area. Full census with 6 residents in place and current resident rates totaling approximately $33k/ month. Business and real estate...
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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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High Volume Gas Station & C-Store Located on Hard Corner
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Dinuba, CA
**DO NOT DISTURB EMPLOYEES, FOR ANY QUESTION PLEASE REACH OUT TO BROKER DIRECTLY** *SERIOUS INQUIRIES ONLY* - Gross Sales: $13,650,000 - Gas Sales: $11,760,000 ($0.65 margin per gallon) - Convenience...
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EBITDA: $1,394,613
Urgent Cash Sale: Turnkey Boxing Gym North County San Diego
Vista, CA
Acquire an established, fully operational 1,100 sq. ft. boutique boxing and fitness studio in central Vista (San Diego County). Priced aggressively for an immediate, all-cash sale at $113,000, this...
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Cash Flow: $111,966
Hair Braiding and Locs salon on Hollywood Boulevard
$149,000
Los Angeles, CA
Turnkey 6-Bed RCFE – Licensed, Established - Riverside County
San Jacinto, CA
This well-maintained, single-level RCFE has operated successfully for over a decade, offering an exceptional turnkey opportunity for seasoned operators expanding their portfolio or new buyers entering...
Sushi Restaurant
Camarillo, CA
Seize the rare opportunity to acquire a profitable, fully turnkey Japanese sushi restaurant located in one of Ventura County’s most desirable, high-traffic retail corridors . Established as a beloved...
Cash Flow: $170,000
Screenmobile
Franchise
Available in California
Transform your future with Screenmobile-where flexible ownership meets a booming demand for screen and shade solutions, all backed by a nationally recognized brand!
Avg. Unit Revenue: $483,885
Seller Financing | Absentee-Owned Discount Liquidation & Bin Store
Indio, CA
This established discount retail business operates within the growing liquidation and value-shopping market, offering customers a constantly changing selection of deeply discounted merchandise across...
Cash Flow: $30,000
Top Rated Turnkey Café for Sale
Sherman Oaks, CA
A great opportunity to acquire an award-winning neighborhood café located on the highly desirable Ventura Boulevard in Sherman Oaks. Recognized as a Top 3 Sherman Oaks Café Award Winner, the business...
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Sharetea Franchise | $350K Sales | Turnkey | High Growth
Palmdale, CA
Established and well-operated Sharetea franchise located at the main entrance of Antelope Valley Mall, the primary shopping destination serving the Palmdale and Lancaster region. This is a fully...
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Cash Flow: $52,000
"Highly Profitable Southern CA Firearms Retailer | SBA Eligible"
Riverside County, CA
This offering represents the acquisition of a well-established, family-owned firearms retail business with a long-standing operating history and strong community reputation. The company generates...
Cash Flow: $603,156
Established Natural Skincare Farmers Market Business
San Diego, CA
Profitable and easy to run, this is an opportunity to acquire the farmers market branch of an established natural skincare brand specializing in tallow-based soaps and personal care products. The...
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EBITDA: $113,887
Top-Rated Doors & Frames Business
Alameda County, CA
Business is set up to produce and install Wood and Hollow Metal doors and frames and is organized to produce large scale projects, produced in a clean and efficiently run shop. They are well equipped...
Cash Flow: $1,132,761
High-End Beauty Business with 20 Suites Already Rented
San Ramon, CA
Step into a high-end beauty and wellness business with 20 established tenants, recurring rental revenue, and 10 additional suites ready to fill. The space is fully built out, giving a new owner...
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Indian Restaurant, Full Bar & Lounge, Prime Tri-Valley Location
Alameda County, CA
Rare opportunity to acquire a large, established Indian restaurant, full bar, and lounge in a prime Tri-Valley / East Bay location in Alameda County. The business offers approximately 6000+- square...
Cash Flow: $430,000
Non-Medical transportation Business w/ Vehicle
Glendale, CA
Established non-medical transportation business operating in Glendale, California, serving the greater Los Angeles County market. This fully operational company provides essential transportation...
Taste Buds Kitchen
Franchise
Available in California
Taste Buds Kitchen is a unique culinary experience—kids’ kitchen by day, adult BYOB kitchen by night. We deliver fun, hands-on cooking classes, camps, parties, and corporate events in stylish, upscale kitchens designed to impress guests ages 2 to 99. More than just a cooking class, Taste Buds Kitchen creates memorable, joy-filled experiences that bring people together around food. Behind the scenes, franchise owners benefit from exceptional training, proven systems, and a clear, streamlined path to success led by an experienced leadership team. This is an emerging, in-demand franchise that blends entertainment, education, and community—turning the kitchen into a place where confidence grows, connections are made, and memories last long after the aprons come off.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $701,223
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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