Santa Clara County, CA
Rare opportunity to acquire two established liquor stores in prime Northern California locations. Liquor Store | Santa Clara County, CA Annual gross sales are approximately $950,000, plus...
Businesses For Sale in San Francisco Bay Area, CA
Local Info
TWO LIQUOR STORE PACKAGE Business Only | Alameda County & Santa Clara
Blind Profile – Premium Window Coverings Retailer
Walnut Creek, CA
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a well-established, design-driven window coverings business serving an affluent East Bay community. The company specializes in high-quality blinds, shades,...
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Cash Flow: $247,500
Turn-Key Opportunity! Super Wine Bar-Great Location!!
Pacifica, CA
Own One of Pacifica's Most Beloved Coastal Wine Bars After almost two successful decades serving the Pacifica community, this coastal establishment is ready for its next chapter. More than simply a...
Distinguished Glass Company
Santa Clara County, CA
For over two decades, this Glass Company has provided premium residential and commercial glass services throughout the South Bay. Locally owned and operated in Santa Clara, CA, they specialize in...
Cash Flow: $204,000
Profitable Nail Salon for Sale in Sunnyvale / Bay Area
Sunnyvale, CA
Profitable, fully operational nail salon for sale in Sunnyvale / Bay Area, located in the heart of Silicon Valley near San Jose and Mountain View. This turnkey business has been successfully operating...
Cash Flow: $240,000
Established fully operational tattoo studio in San Francisco, Bay area
San Francisco, CA
Established Fully Licensed Operating Creative Tattoo Studio in San Francisco Confidential opportunity to acquire a fully licensed and actively operating studio in San Francisco, SoMa / Bay Area, with...
6
Turnkey Modern Mexican Restaurant & Private Events Venue in San Jose
San Jose, CA
The business features a modern atmosphere, bar area and three spacious dining/event rooms suitable for private celebrations, corporate gatherings, birthdays, graduations and special events. The...
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Patented At-Home Vision Testing Platform
San Jose, CA
A rare opportunity to acquire the only fully built, clinically validated, FDA-registered at-home vision diagnostics platform shipping at scale. A 29-patent portfolio pairs with proprietary,...
Cash Flow: $28,490
Summer Enrichment Camp - SF Bay Area- Part Time Working Owner
Contra Costa County, CA
Established, nationally accredited children's enrichment summer camp business serving education focused Bay Area families for 15+ years. Multiple camp locations offer day experiences for children ages...
Cash Flow: $225,000
High-Margin AI Marketing Agency | 40k+ MRR |Hospitality Based 0% Churn
Palo Alto, CA
This is a lean, high-margin AI-enabled marketing agency focused primarily on hospitality and service-based businesses. The company operates on a streamlined recurring-retainer model, providing paid...
Cash Flow: $56,000
Junk King
Franchise
Available Nationwide
Ranked as a top Junk-Removal Services franchise by 2026 Entrepreneur Franchise 500®. $551K average gross sales!*
Premium Allstate Agency for Sale – Prime Location & Loyal Client Base
San Jose, CA
Price: $1,450,000 Location: San Jose, CA – Between Willow Glen & Campbell Industry: Insurance – Allstate Franchise Established: 2021 Business Overview: This is a rare opportunity to acquire a...
Established national franchise business in a great center for a sale
Petaluma, CA
Strong brand name, great franchisor who supports every step of the business, and provides training to both employees and owners. The business is primarily manager-run. As owners, we need to support...
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Well-established Americanized Chinese restaurant in Los Gatos
$180,000
Los Gatos, CA
Established Self Serve with Roll Over Auto on 1/2 Acre
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Dixon, CA
4 Bay Self Serve Car Wash with detached Mark VII Choice Automatic. The business sits on 2 parcels with total of approx 1/2 acre. The drying bays have 5 vacuums and a Fragramatic Combo unit.The wash...
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FEDEX, UPS AND USPS shipping center- Package hub franchise
Fremont, CA
Business for Sale – Great Growth Opportunity Well-established mailing and shipping store available for sale. The business currently provides packing, shipping, mailbox rental, printing, copying, and...
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TransWorld
Serving Alameda County, CA
Transworld Business Advisors is the world leader in the marketing and sales of businesses, mergers and acquisitions, and franchises. Whether you represent an acquisition-minded corporation or are personally interested in owning your own company or new franchise, Transworld Business Advisors offers the professional services that successfully bring buyers and sellers together. Transworld Business Advisors was founded in 1979 in South Florida and quickly grew into one of the largest business brokerage firms in the United States. With more than 300 offices in 49 of the United States and in 19 countries, Transworld Business Advisors is the global leader in helping our clients gain global reach while working with local offices that are owned and operated.
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Extreme Pizza Restaurant For Sale
Alamo, CA
Established Extreme Pizza Restaurant For Sale - Turn-Key Franchise Opportunity This thriving Extreme Pizza franchise presents an exceptional opportunity in the affluent town of Alamo, California....
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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...
Tired of corporate life—or ready for a meaningful second chapter?
Oakland, CA
Ideal for a hands-on owner-operator, this opportunity is well suited for someone passionate about wine, spirits, specialty foods, and community-focused retail. It’s a great fit for a professional...
2
Cash Flow: $60,000
Profitable Pool Service & Installation Business!
Fremont, CA
Profitable Pool Service Route – Diamond Opportunity in the Bay Area! Don’t miss this rare chance to own a well-established residential pool service, installation, & repair business with outstanding...
Leading Garage Transformation Franchise For Sale
Hayward, CA
Garage Living was founded in 2005 and began franchising in 2015. There are currently 52 franchise territories in the United States, Canada and Australia. Garage Living is the premier garage...
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Poolwerx
Franchise
Available Nationwide
Multiple revenue streams with franchisees averaging over $762,000 in gross profit yearly. With a proven business model and successful track record, we’re excited to offer you a range of franchise opportunities.
High-Volume Mon-Fri Japanese Catering – Exceptional Margins & Scalable
San Mateo County, CA
Founded in 2018 by the current owner after leaving a corporate career, the business was built with a clear mission: provide high-quality, healthy meals to the workforce. Coming from a non-restaurant...
2
Cash Flow: $260,000
Established Supplemental Education Franchise in Alameda County
Alameda County, CA
Transworld Business Advisors of Fremont DRE# 02194963 presents: This is an opportunity to acquire an established after-school supplemental education franchise in Alameda County serving students from...
Cash Flow: $66,846
Established Business for sale.
$1,000,000
San Francisco, CA
Turnkey Full-Service Indian Restaurant in Prime Walnut Creek Location
Walnut Creek, CA
Well Established Indian Restaurant represents a rare opportunity to acquire a turnkey restaurant in Walnut Creek, one of the East Bay's most attractive restaurant markets. The location offers...
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:...
Cash Flow: $239,559
San Francisco Downtown Dental Office
San Francisco, CA
Great location modern Dental office...
6
Cash Flow: $480,000
Successful Remodeling Business For Sale. Safe from A.I!
Napa, CA
We are a successful general contracting class b licensed remodeling business in the North Bay Area specifically servicing Napa/Sonoma/Vallejo/Fairfield/Vacaville. We are a small but profitable...
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Running General Dentistry in SF East Bay Area (It is distress Sale) it
Alameda County, CA
This is a distress sale because of Dr. passed away. Need to sell ASAP. • Profitable general dentistry practice with established patient base • Prime East Bay location serving growing demographic •...
Cash Flow: $400,000
Multi-Unit Carl’s Jr. Portfolio – Northern California
Vacaville, CA
Rare opportunity to acquire a four-unit established franchise portfolio of Carl’s Jr.® restaurants located across high-growth Northern California markets. This offering includes strong regional...
Cash Flow: $328,993
Thriving And Profitable South Bay Sushi & Ramen Restaurant SBA Ready
Santa Clara County, CA
Destination Dining Plaza | Exclusive Japanese Cuisine | BIG Growth Opportunity Located in a highly desirable South Bay dining plaza within an affluent trade area, this established Japanese sushi and...
6
Cash Flow: $178,888
Frenchies
Franchise
Available in California
Own a Frenchies Modern Nail Care: Clean, Non-Toxic, Tech-Driven Nail Franchise in the Thriving $29B Beauty Industry!
Well-Established Chinese Restaurant in Vallejo
Vallejo, CA
Well-established Chinese restaurant located in Vallejo with loyal local customers and strong community presence. Business Highlights: • Approximately 2,350 sq ft restaurant space • Fully equipped...
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Profitable AI Focused Technology Services Company
Alameda County, CA
This AI focused Technology services company is helping clients build, and improve their software and digital tools using artificial intelligence, machine learning, cloud platforms, and modern software...
Cash Flow: $550,000
Turn-key Japanese dining format with prime commercial position
$250,000
Hayward, CA
Food & Snack eCommerce Subscription Box
Contra Costa County, CA
Consumer food and snack subscription box service with $2 million annual growth opportunity. Key Business Features: • Fully relocatable business model • Home-based operations with low overhead • Remote...
Bar - SF Type 48 ABC license
San Francisco County, CA
Corner bar located in San Francisco. Needs an owner operator....
Bar-B-Clean
Franchise
Available in California
Make big profits cleaning grills and barbecues, with this franchise earning 83.55% in Gross Profit Margins!
Upscale Salon for Sale – Great Stylist-Owner Opportunity
Mountain View, CA
Established Hair Salon - Prime Mountain View Location This well-established salon offers an exceptional opportunity for a licensed stylist-owner in Mountain View’s upscale market. In continuous...
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Indian Restaurant, Well Established in Dublin, California
Dublin, CA
MS Real Estate Inc. proudly presents a fantastic opportunity to acquire an established Indian restaurant in a highly desirable area of Dublin, California. This prime location, amidst bustling...
7,200 Sqft Celebrity-Favorite Hot Pot Restaurant in SF Chinatown!
San Francisco, CA
Exceptional opportunity to acquire a landmark hot pot restaurant in the heart of San Francisco Chinatown. This impressive 7,200 SF standalone building offers approximately 120 seats and is fully...
Iconic Concord Bar for Sale - Captains Chest!
Concord, CA
Ready to own your own bar? Here’s your chance to take over Captain’s Chest, a fully operational neighborhood bar in Concord with an affordable lease and one of California’s most valuable liquor...
Profitable Mission District Restaurant – Management Team in Place
SBA LOAN ELIGIBLE
San Francisco, CA
Established, well-known restaurant in the Mission District, that comes with a loyal customer base, an experienced management team, and an operating model that requires minimal owner involvement. Since...
Cash Flow: $180,000
Ajay Singh
California Business Broker
Serving Alameda County, CA
California Business Broker (CBB) has sold over 700 businesses over 25 years. CBB specializes in buying and selling both franchise and non-franchise Businesses like Gas stations, Car wash, Laundromats, Convenience stores, Liquor stores, Fast food restaurants, Bars, and Grills. We will provide you with one of the most extensive databases analyses that will aid you in making the best decisions alongside the process of escrow. We have extensive experience working with SBA, conventional lenders, and hard loan money lenders.
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Established Pet Grooming & Boarding Business – Since 1983
Brentwood, CA
Busy, fully turn-key pet grooming and boarding facility available in Contra Costa County, Northern California. Established since 1983, this award-winning, certified salon benefits from decades of...
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Cash Flow: $105,000
20 Plus Years-Longtime Law Practice-Turn Key- Extensive Client List!
San Francisco, CA
Imagine stepping into a thriving immigration law practice that's been serving the San Francisco community for over two decades. You'll inherit an incredible foundation with more than 1,000 established...
Growing Gym Vending Route — 17 Machines, Contract to Expand to 42
$245,000
Vacaville, CA
Business, Leasehold, FF&E in Sts Helena, CA - For Sale
St. Helena, CA
An exceptional opportunity to acquire the business, lease, and improvements of Boba & More, ideally located in the heart of downtown St. Helena along Main Street’s premier retail corridor. The...
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MOOYAH Burgers, Fries & Shakes - California
Solano County, CA
MOOYAH Burgers, Fries & Shakes is a fast-casual burger franchise that was founded in 2007 in Plano. The brand was created with a focus on serving fresh, made-to-order food using high-quality...
Cash Flow: $83,596
Molly Maid
Franchise
Available Nationwide
Ranked as a top Residential Cleaning franchise by 2026 Entrepreneur Franchise 500®. 91% recurring customers!*
Mimosa's of Willow Glen
San Jose, CA
Mimosas of Willow Glen is a well-established breakfast, brunch, and mimosas destination in the heart of Willow Glenwith a loyal neighborhood following. Known as a local go-to spot, the restaurant...
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RAPID GROWTH CPA - wants another CPA 25% - 49%
Cupertino, CA
PROFITABLE CPA FIRM IN SILICON VALLEY'S HEART Established in 1998 (took off a few years), this thriving accounting and tax practice operates in Cupertino, California, serving Silicon Valley's dynamic...
Cash Flow: $225,000
Multi-Lingual Personal Lines Agency
San Ramon, CA
Founded with a vision to serve the diverse community of San Ramon, this multi-lingual personal lines insurance agency has grown into a remarkable success story that bridges cultures and builds lasting...
Cash Flow: $50,000
Home Health Agency in San Francisco Bay Area for Sale
Santa Clara, CA
California Home Health Agency License # 550007846 Willow Pathway Home Healthcare is a CA-licensed home health agency based in the San Francisco Bay Area, providing patients post-acute care and...
2
Profitable, Residential Plumbing Company, SBA Prequalified
Santa Clara County, CA
Established, highly-rated residential plumbing service company in the heart of Silicon Valley with strong margins, loyal repeat customers, and clear room to grow. This is a well-respected,...
Cash Flow: $259,000
Profitable Corner Café & Restaurant – Strong Cash Flow in High-Traffic
San Francisco County, CA
Located on a visible corner along one of San Francisco’s busiest central corridors, this established neighborhood café benefits from steady foot traffic, constant vehicle flow, and strong surrounding...
Rebar Fabrication and Installation Business
Alameda County, CA
We specialize in the fabrication and installation of rebar which play a crucial role in reinforcing concrete structures. Our rebar is meticulously crafted assemblies consisting of reinforcing bars...
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Smog & Mechanic shop, Heart of Contra Costa $130,000net owner-operator
Contra Costa County, CA
This is a great location with a lot of opportunity for the skill owner who wants to take the business to the next level. The place has a large lot and a large office space, which can be converted into...
CNC Manufacturing and Prototype Making
Santa Clara, CA
This business is in a good location, in the heart of Silicon Valley for 30 years. Serves customer needs for prototypes, special orders, and short-run production. Company has outside connections with...
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Cash Flow: $189,000
Local Handyman Group
Franchise
Available in California
Technology-driven handyman franchise built to scale—no storefront, strong margins, declining royalties, and elite training for business owners.
Buy or Sell a Business in the San Francisco Bay Area
The San Francisco Bay Area is known for its vibrant business community and entrepreneurial spirit. As a result, there are always businesses for sale in the area for interested buyers. If you're considering buying (or selling) a business in the San Francisco Bay Area, it helps to become acquainted with the local business for sale market.
Market Snapshot
We have aggregated and analyzed data from business for sale listings throughout the bay in order to provide some context around the number and types of businesses that are selling, and the financials associated with these listings.
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Number of Businesses for Sale |
~1,180 |
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Median Asking Price |
$420,000 |
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Median Reported Revenue |
$700,000 |
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Median Reported Earnings |
$160,000 |
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Profit Margin |
23% |
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Earnings Multiple |
2.6 |
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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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How many businesses are currently for sale in the San Francisco Bay Area?
There are over 1,100 businesses listed for sale in the Bay Area. It's worth noting that some of these listings may be 'blindly' listed and might require broader state-based searches to uncover.
What types of businesses are most commonly for sale in the Bay Area?
The market is quite diverse; the majority of available businesses fall into the following categories:
- Food and Restaurants: ~470
- Retail: ~140
- Service Businesses: ~130
- Automotive and Boat: ~60
- Building and Construction: ~50
- Health Care and Fitness: ~50
- Beauty and Personal Care: ~40
- Manufacturing: ~40
- Online and Technology: ~30
In which counties are most of these businesses for sale located?
The majority of the businesses are distributed among the following counties:
- Alameda: ~280
- Santa Clara: ~240
- San Francisco: ~220
- Contra Costa: ~140
- San Mateo: ~80
- Sonoma: ~80
Which cities in the Bay Area have the most businesses for sale?
The most active cities with businesses on the market are:
- San Francisco: ~220
- San Jose: ~120
- Oakland: ~80
- Santa Rosa: ~40
- Concord: ~40
- Fremont, Berkeley, Alameda, Santa Clara, Hayward, Pleasanton: ~20-30 each
What is the median asking price for these businesses?
A: The median asking price for businesses in the SF Bay Area is currently around $420,000.
Can you provide information about the average financial metrics for these businesses?
Based on the listings, the median reported revenue is approximately $700,000, with median reported earnings around $160,000, yielding an average profit margin of 23%. The median earnings multiple for asking price is 2.6, and the revenue multiple is 0.6.
How do business owners typically proceed with selling their businesses in the Bay Area?
Most business owners opt to work with a business broker to facilitate the sale process. However, some business owners choose to list and manage the sale independently, navigating the process on their own.
