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Downtown Bar

Desert Hot Springs, CA

For sale is a premier downtown bar located in Desert Hot Springs, known as the perfect hub for socializing, enjoying playoffs, and savoring the best drinks in town. This vibrant sports bar offers a...

$125,000

$125,000

Cash Flow: $80,000

High-Margin Radiant Heating Contractor – Premier LA Niche Business

Los Angeles, CA

Rare opportunity to acquire a well-established specialty contractor serving the Los Angeles residential market, with a strong focus on high-margin radiant heating and hydronic systems. Approximately...

$599,000

$599,000

Cash Flow: $257,619

Bike rental business in prime ocean-front location

Orange County, CA

This is a bike rental and bike sales business in a prime, high-traffic ocean front tourist area. The location alone allows the business to generate consistent rental income. This provides a...

$150,000

$150,000

Cash Flow: $95,379

Grocery Store with ABC Type 20 in Huntington Park

Huntington Park, CA

Great opportunity to own a grocery store with great income in the city of Huntington Park. The store is conveniently located in a prime location surrounded by lots of residential, apartment complex,...

$199,000

$199,000

Profitable Vietnamese restaurants

Marin County, CA

Transform your entrepreneurial vision into reality with this highly profitable Vietnamese restaurant opportunity in Marin County. This established business delivers immediate cash flow while offering...

$595,000

$595,000

Cash Flow: $201,016

Popular Pizza Restaurant (Los Altos)

Los Altos, CA

Description: Casual neighborhood pizzeria located in Los Altos, surrounded by a vibrant mix of restaurants, cafés, boutique retail, professional offices, and daily-service businesses that contribute...

$199,000

$199,000

Auto Repairer in South OC with 30+ years in operation, Fully Equipped

Mission Viejo, CA

This is a great opportunity to acquire a 3150sq ft. approximate automotive repair facility with 3 ground loading door multi bay and lift facility with more than 30 years of operating history in the...

$74,999

$74,999

Cash Flow: $34,102

Market Sushi

Fountain Valley, CA

A stable standalone sushi bar business located inside a large market is now available for sale. The store benefits from consistent daily foot traffic and has been operating steadily. This location...

$87,000

$87,000

Cash Flow: $143,268

Profitable Event Production & Rental Company in California

California

Buyer Requirements: Candidates must have executive-level experience in event production, specialty rentals, hospitality, experiential marketing, and/or strategic buyer. Complete an NDA, CV & Buyer...

Not Disclosed

Not Disclosed

EBITDA: $1,287,707

Profitable Specialty Outdoor Retailer

Nevada County, CA

Founded over 20 years ago as an online-only operation, the business transitioned into a retail storefront a couple of years later and has served the local community and outdoor enthusiasts ever since....

$799,000

$799,000

Cash Flow: $194,114

333K Net Absentee-Owner DME Business in California

California

Established 28 years, this fully licensed and accredited Durable Medical Equipment (DME) provider has built a long-standing reputation serving patients across California. The company supplies...

$1,400,000

$1,400,000

Cash Flow: $333,000

Semi-absentee run boba tea shop for sale in Menlo Park

Menlo Park, CA

Established boba tea retail operation strategically positioned in Menlo Park, California, offering a semi-absentee ownership opportunity in the growing specialty beverage sector. This 800-square-foot...

$200,000

$200,000

Beautiful newly remodeled nail salon for sale located in Sunnyvale

Sunnyvale, CA

Beautiful newly remodeled nail salon located in Sunnyvale with a modern Korean-inspired cream style interior. Bright, clean, stylish, and fully upgraded with brand new equipment and nail stations —...

$90,000

$90,000

Indoor Play Cafe Concept with Multi-Unit Growth Potential

$4,200,000 - Orange County, CA

$4,200,000

Orange County, CA

Manufacturing & Distribution Business For Sale

San Diego County, CA

Established manufacturing and distribution business serving a broad commercial customer base throughout San Diego County and surrounding areas. The company operates from a dedicated production and...

$3,500,000

$3,500,000

Cash Flow: $1,193,356

Beauty Salon in Pasadena

Pasadena, CA

This is a sale of a Beauty Salon in the City of Pasadena. Business is located in Orangewood Plaza, offering excellent exposure and ample parking and is near anchor tenants such as Vons, Bank of...

$120,000

$120,000

Cheryl Maloney

Vanguard Properties

Serving San Francisco County, CA

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Established Handmade Bakery Turnkey Opportunity With Growth Potential

Alameda County, CA

It is a rare opportunity to acquire a long-standing bakery with over 70 years of operating history and a strong reputation built on high-quality, made-from-scratch baked goods and loyal repeat...

$59,000

$59,000

HUGE PRICE REDUCTION!! Premier Florist Located In South Orange County

Orange County, CA

SELLER MOTIVATED and just reduced the price. This flower shop has been serving South Orange County for 39 Years. They are family owned and operated and committed to offering only the finest floral...

$149,900

$149,900

Cash Flow: $90,000

Fully Equipped Nail salon in Prime Location

Ventura County, CA

NAIL SALON OPPORTUNITY - PRIME VENTURA COUNTY LOCATION FINANCIAL OVERVIEW: This 5-year established nail salon operates in Ventura County's beauty services market with documented revenue history and...

$50,000

$50,000

Dry Cleaner in Oak Park

Oak Park, CA

For Sale! An established dry-cleaning business in the highly desirable location of Oak Park. This business is known for its reputational customer service, superior stain removal skills, and dependable...

$120,000

$120,000

Cash Flow: $120,000

Elite Custom Glass & Mirror Company – 40 Years of Reputation

Ventura County, CA

Rare opportunity to acquire a highly respected custom glass and mirror company serving affluent Southern California communities for nearly four decades. This business has built an exceptional...

$675,000

$675,000

Cash Flow: $288,837

Highly Profitable Commercial Restroom Partition Mfr & Installer

Orange County, CA

This established commercial restroom partition manufacturing and installation company has operated successfully for nearly three decades, serving as a trusted industry leader throughout the West Coast...

$18,000,000

$18,000,000

EBITDA: $4,600,000

Beauty Supply in La Brea

Los Angeles, CA

This established beauty supply retail operation is strategically positioned on La Brea Avenue, one of Los Angeles' premier high-traffic commercial corridors. The business has maintained continuous...

$349,000

$349,000

Mail Box business in San Fernando Valley

Sherman Oaks, CA

For sale is a mailbox and shipping center located in the San Fernando Valley. This mailbox store serves as a one-stop solution for all mailing and shipping needs. It offers private mailbox rentals...

$359,000

$359,000

Cash Flow: $132,000

Pure Water Store & Food Service Opportunity for Sale – Milpitas, CA –

$12,000 - Milpitas, CA

$12,000

Milpitas, CA

Afghani/Indian/Pakistani Restaurant - Heart of Roseville

Roseville, CA

This turnkey restaurant presents an exceptional opportunity in a busy shopping plaza in the heart of Roseville for aspiring restauranteurs or investors. The business has built a strong reputation with...

$249,000

$249,000

High Profit Smog Test Only-South Orange Co.

Orange County, CA

This highly profitable smog test only business is a perfect fit for Absentee Ownership. The shop has been established for over 25 successful years and is located in an attractive multi-tenant auto...

$465,000

$465,000

Cash Flow: $172,884

Established & Profitable UPS Store Franchise in Prime Ventura Location

Ventura, CA

* Clean Financials and SBA Eligible * An exceptional opportunity to acquire a well-established and highly profitable The UPS Store franchise located in the heart of Ventura County. Operating...

$595,000

$595,000

Cash Flow: $251,590

taxi company serving entire Coachella Valley

Palm Springs, CA

Established taxi transportation company serving the entire Coachella Valley region with seven years of continuous operations. The business operates a comprehensive fleet management system utilizing 28...

$435,000

$435,000

Cash Flow: $143,000

QSR Franchise-3 locations in Orange County, buy one or all three

Orange County, CA

This location is one of three currently owned by the Seller. Buyers have the opportunity to purchase this individual location or acquire all three locations as part of a larger multi-unit transaction....

$139,000

$139,000

Cash Flow: $68,160

QSR Franchise-3 locations in Orange County, buy one or all three

Orange County, CA

This location is one of three currently owned by the Seller. Buyers have the opportunity to purchase this individual location or acquire all three locations as part of a larger multi-unit transaction....

$159,000

$159,000

Cash Flow: $86,433

Fully Remodeled, Absentee Operated Baskin-Robbins Franchise

Alameda County, CA

**E-2 Buyer eligible** Please provide your contact information to automatically receive the NDA and Buyer Profile form. Asking Price: $399,000 Sales: ~$505,000 Seller's Discretionary Earnings (2023,...

$399,000

$399,000

Cash Flow: $67,000

Highly Automated Property Management Business with Growth Upside

Orange County, CA

This highly automated national franchise residential property management business offers a rare opportunity to acquire a recurring revenue platform in one of Southern California's most desirable...

$799,000

$799,000

Cash Flow: $260,000

Fabulous Food Opportunity

Beverly Hills, CA

Amazing Turn Key Opportunity! Jump into the great world of food trucks, You can be the owner of one of the top performing food trucks in southern California, They don't operate on the streets. This is...

$749,000

$749,000

Cash Flow: $394,478

Established Dessert & Frozen Yogurt Shop in Prime Coastal Town

Orange County, CA

-Absentee Owner! Rare opportunity to acquire a well-established dessert business operating in one of Southern California's most desirable coastal destinations. This business combines two complementary...

$125,000

$125,000

EBITDA: $68,000

Turnkey Italian Restaurant with Bar and Full Liquor License!

$299,000 - Laguna Niguel, CA

$299,000

Laguna Niguel, CA

Cute Home Goods Shop in Mill Valley For Sale

Mill Valley, CA

This is an exceptional opportunity to acquire a beautifully curated boutique retail concept located in one of Marin County’s most affluent and design-conscious communities. This lifestyle-driven...

$150,000

$150,000

Established STAR Smog Test Only Center, $15K Monthly Net

Los Angeles County, CA

Excellent opportunity to acquire a well-established STAR Certified Smog Check facility located in Long Beach, California. The business has been operated by the same owner for 18 years and has a...

$149,000

$149,000

Cash Flow: $180,000

Yogurtland Franchise in North Orange County

Orange County, CA

Excellent opportunity to acquire an established Yogurtland franchise located in a highly desirable North Orange County market near Fullerton. The business is situated in a prime, high-traffic location...

$869,000

$869,000

Cash Flow: $192,000

Popular Breakfast & Lunch Restaurant within a Busy Shopping Center

Sonoma County, CA

Popular Breakfast & Lunch Restaurant within a Busy Shopping Center For Sale in the North Bay RRC#5315 Asking Price: $280,000 Location: Sonoma County Annual Revenue: Contact for Info Annual Cash Flow:...

$280,000

$280,000

Hamburger Franchise in Popular Outlet Mall

Ventura County, CA

Hamburger Franchise in Popular Outlet Mall RRC#5305 Offered at $149,000 Location: Ventura County Annual Revenue: Contact for Info Annual Cash Flow: Contact for Info Monthly Rent: $8000 Listing...

$149,000

$149,000

Global NVOCC/Freight Forwarder: Exceptional Value

San Mateo County, CA

Imagine stepping into a turnkey international freight forwarding operation that's been serving global clients for decades. This established NVOCC (Non-Vessel Operating Common Carrier) presents an...

$150,000

$150,000

Cash Flow: $81,557

Franchise - A Local Growing Coffee Brand with a Passion for quality an

Sacramento County, CA

Franchise - A Local Growing Coffee Brand with a Passion for quality and hospitality? RRC#5316 Asking Price: $115,000 Location: Sacramento County Annual Revenue: $435,000 Annual Cash Flow: Contact for...

$115,000

$115,000

Global NVOCC/Freight Forwarder: Exceptional Value

San Mateo County, CA

Acquire a recognized international freight forwarding and NVOCC platform with decades of industry presence and a respected global brand. Business offers a rare opportunity to step into an established...

$150,000

$150,000

Cash Flow: $81,557

Minaz Ahamed

Major Properties

Serving Los Angeles County, CA

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Dry Cleaning Plant – 18 Years, Busy Location, Avg. Monthly Net 12K.

Los Angeles County, CA

This long-established garment care business has served the surrounding community for nearly two decades and has developed a strong base of repeat customers. The operation provides comprehensive...

$179,000

$179,000

Cash Flow: $144,000

Profitable Beer & Wine Store with for Sale - High Lotto Income

Long Beach, CA

STORE SALES ARE $ 80,000 A MONTH . LOTTO INCOME AND OTHER INCOME $ 8000 A MONTH . RENT IS $6700 PER MONTH . THIS STORE IS ON STAND ALONE BUILDING WITH HUGE PARKING LOT. LOTTO INCOME COVERS THE RENT....

$635,000

$635,000

Cash Flow: $216,000

Work from home running your own cleaning business in Santa Cruz, CA

$78,500 - Santa Cruz County, CA

$78,500

Santa Cruz County, CA

Premier Long Beach Coastal Corridor | Full Service Restaurant & Bar

Orange County, CA

Premier Long Beach Coastal Corridor | Full Service Restaurant & Bar | Brand-New 2023 Elevated Build-Out | High-End FF&E | Full Liquor-ABC47 | Turnkey Opportunity | Strong Revenue RRC#5311 Asking...

$425,000

$425,000

Meat Market - Convenience Store, Big price reduction.

Paramount, CA

A terrific, full service combo business. Meat market, convenience store, smoke shop, carniceria, mini market combo. Everything for the entire community. Latino style. Halal. Freshly cut beef, seafood...

$99,000

$99,000

Cash Flow: $60,000

Established Specialty Dessert & Bakery Business | Fully Equipped

Orange County, CA

Established Specialty Dessert & Bakery Business | Fully Equipped | 1,032 SF Opportunity with Large Patio | $73K Ave SDE | Central Orange County RRC#5312 Asking Price: $199,000 Location: Orange County...

$199,000

$199,000

$70,000 Asset Sale - Modern Asian Restaurant in fashionable Los Feliz

Los Angeles County, CA

$70,000 Asset Sale - Modern Asian Restaurant in fashionable Los Feliz area of Los Angeles RRC#5313 Asking Price: $70,000 Location: Los Angeles County Annual Revenue: $674,460 Monthly Rent: $9,700...

$70,000

$70,000

Korean Tofu & BBQ Restaurant for Sale | $299,000

Alameda County, CA

• Fully Equipped Kitchen & Equipment — Excellent Condition • 19 ft Type 1 hood with commercial grill • Walk-in cooler included • Spacious kitchen layout built for high-volume Korean BBQ service • 2...

$299,000

$299,000

Trusted Ventura County Fencing Business Primed for Growth

Ventura County, CA

This Ventura County fence and security installation and service company has served the Southern California market since the early 1980's, building a diversified mix of residential and commercial work...

$1,200,000

$1,200,000

Cash Flow: $479,830

Wholesale Flowers to Retail Stores.

Los Angeles County, CA

Established since 2021 this business provides fresh flowers weekly to 29 retail accounts(and growing) around mostly LA County (22 accounts), Orange County (5 Accounts), San Bernardino and Riverside...

$329,000

$329,000

Cash Flow: $211,091

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.