Campbell, CA
Has beer and wine license Very closed to Down town Campbell in big Shopping Plaza ? Excellent street visibility + plenty of parking! ?2551 Sqft. Owner just remodeled the restaurant ?Big dining area...
Businesses For Sale in San Francisco Bay Area, CA
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Beautiful turn-key Pho Restaurant in Campbell $225,000
Established Juice Bar Franchise For Sale | Marin County, CA
Marin County, CA
Great chance to own a well-known juice bar franchise in a busy Marin County shopping center, just 30 miles from San Francisco. Located in one of Northern California's most affluent, health-conscious...
Cash Flow: $78,335
Established General Dental Practice of 20 years in Fremont
Fremont, CA
ESTABLISHED GENERAL DENTAL PRACTICE - FREMONT, CA Well-established general dental practice serving the Fremont community for over 20 years. This turnkey opportunity offers a proven business model with...
Brentwood Pool Service Route for Sale
Contra Costa County, CA
Seasoned accounts with many of the pools being built by the seller. Excellent small starter route. Seller will be a great asset to a buyer and can possibly assist the buyer in gaining more accounts....
Cash Flow: $34,000
$1.2M TTM Revenue Ai Marketing Agency | 76% Profit Margin
Palo Alto, CA
I am seeking a CASH buyer only. No SBA financing. This is intentionally priced and positioned for a fast, clean transaction with a qualified buyer. The valuation is at a near 35-40% discount. Looking...
Cash Flow: $892,000
Turnkey Cannabis Microbusiness for Sale in Rio Vista, CA.
Rio Vista, CA
Now available in Rio Vista, California, this fully built out state-licensed microbusiness includes cultivation, manufacturing Type 6, and distribution a vertically integrated opportunity in a...
ENT Practice for Sale in California!
San Mateo County, CA
ref#790 Located in the heart of Silicon Valley and surrounded by an affluent community, this well-established ENT practice offers an exceptional opportunity for growth. With $1,072,889 in gross...
Cash Flow: $743,529
Established Senior Care Business in the Bay Area
Marin County, CA
ESTABLISHED SENIOR CARE BUSINESS This well-established franchise operation offers exceptional opportunity in the rapidly growing in-home senior care market. BUSINESS STRENGTHS: • Specialized in...
Established Bay Area Cosmetic Surgery Practice
Alameda County, CA
Transworld Business Advisors of Fremont DRE# 02194963 presents: Rare opportunity to acquire an established Bay Area cosmetic surgery and aesthetic medicine practice with approximately 20 years of...
Cash Flow: $204,480
16 Years Established & Operating Home Services Franchise Resale
San Carlos, CA
Our franchise system is a reliable, scalable business that allows franchise owners to develop a loyal clientele that grows week over week, month over month. Our owners take advantage of a recurring...
Lee's Famous Recipe Chicken
Franchise
Available Nationwide
Join Lee’s Famous Recipe Chicken: A Legendary Brand with $1.8M AUV, Strong Unit Economics, and Amazing Chicken. Since 1966, We've Delivered Great Food and Franchise Success with Unmatched Support. Now Exclusively Partnering with Multi-Unit Developers for Growth Opportunities!
Established & Profitable Skincare Clinic since 2000 FOR SALE!
San Jose, CA
Services Offered Facial & Skin Treatments: Facial treatments, chemical peels (targeting fine lines, wrinkles, sun damage, acne, pigmentation, and age spots), and skin tightening. Permanent Makeup &...
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Profitable Acupuncture & Functional Medicine Practice- Mill Valley, CA
Mill Valley, CA
An opportunity to acquire a long-established acupuncture, functional medicine, and integrative health practice serving Mill Valley and the greater Marin County community. Founded by Dr. Barbara...
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Cash Flow: $160,329
Fast-Growing Silicon Valley Spot Repair Franchise–60% y/y growth!
$275,000
Santa Clara County, CA
Indian Restaurant for Sale – Near Major High-Tech Industry Hub in SJ.
Santa Clara, CA
Excellent opportunity to acquire a well-established Indian restaurant located in the heart of Santa Clara County near major Silicon Valley high-tech companies and office campuses. This prime location...
Coin Laundry with real estate and residential rental units
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
San Francisco, CA
LOCATION & MARKET POSITIONING Situated at the corner of Geary Blvd & 37th Ave, the property benefits from: Exceptional visibility along a major commercial corridor Dense residential population with...
Steve Van Voorhis
ATB, Inc.
Serving Alameda County, CA
Accounting & Tax Brokerage
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Profitable, Established Smoke and Novelty Shop
Vacaville, CA
We have been in the same location for over 20 years and have a very well established stream of customers that are loyal to the business. WE ARE MORE THAN A SMOKE SHOP. We sell jewelry, clothing,...
Cash Flow: $40,000
Highly Profitable, large capacity Preschool in South SF Bay Area
Santa Clara County, CA
Profitable, large capacity Preschool in South SF Bay Area Offered Price: $1,300,000 Proj. FY 2026 Revenue: $1,373,000 Proj. FY 2026 SDE: $453,000 Licensed Capacity between 80 & 120 Location: South San...
Cash Flow: $453,000
Japanese Restaurant for Sale – Prime Berkeley Location.
Berkeley, CA
Rare opportunity to acquire a fully built-out and operating Japanese restaurant in a high-visibility corridor with strong foot traffic, surrounded by dense residential neighborhoods and a steady...
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Award-Winning Clean Beauty E-Commerce Brand- Operate from Anywhere
Danville, CA
My Flexy is an award-winning clean beauty and wellness brand strategically built around ingredient integrity, modern self-care trends, and scalable e-commerce infrastructure. Founded by experienced...
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Mission Foods Route For Sale | Sonoma, CA — $129,000
Sonoma, CA
Mission Foods Route For Sale | Sonoma, CA — $129,000 Enter CA-52368 at RoutesRUs.com for more details, or use the following link: https://routesrus.com/mission-foods-sonoma-ca-ca-52368/ About the...
Cash Flow: $95,346
Mr. Electric
Franchise
Available Nationwide
Ranked #1 Electrical Services franchise by 2026 Entrepreneur Franchise 500®. $1.41M average gross sales (300K-500K territory population) and $514K average gross sales (74K-300K territory population)!*
AI-Driven Marketing Engine | Predictable Revenue Systems | $800K+ TTM
Palo Alto, CA
PRICED FOR A CASH SALE! ARBO Marketing is a high-margin, AI-driven marketing platform built to deliver predictable, scalable revenue systems for clients. Unlike traditional agencies, the business...
Cash Flow: $525,000
7 Cannabis Retail Locations: Storefront, Delivery, On-site Consumption
Napa, CA
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a fully operational, highly respected portfolio of seven licensed cannabis dispensaries with delivery in Northern California, one of the most established and...
Farmers Book of Business & Bonus Oppurtunity on ALL New Business!
$95,000
Solano County, CA
Established Auto Detail Shop & Office Space/Apartment
Walnut Creek, CA
Price negotiable for the right buyer. Happy to share financial info upon request! If you’re looking to step into a successful business with a strong foundation, loyal clientele, and built-in systems...
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Hookah Lounge Restaurant with newly built Smash Burger side
Daly City, CA
Situated on a high-traffic, high-visibility corridor, this turnkey operation is fully equipped and ready for immediate takeover. Massive Hookah Lounge Mediterranean Restaurant and Bar WITH an...
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Cash Flow: $126,000
Turn-key Flower Shop. $145k, Cash Only, No Carry. $250k Gross
Palo Alto, CA
Established Flower Business more than 25 years with high-end customers. Custom-made arrangements, room for expansion and growth with creativity. Quick sale. Currently open only 20 hours/week, room to...
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Montessori Preschool for Sale; Great Opportunity for 1st-Time Buyer
Solano County, CA
This popular and well-managed Montessori preschool business is available for sale in southern Solano County. It has a license capacity of 15 students 2.9 - 5 years old and consistently has a waitlist....
Manufacturer of High Quality Support Products for a Healthy Lifestyle
Alameda County, CA
Well established, 34 years old VA contract Holder - ITA-MED Co. is an innovative U.S. manufacturer of high quality, eco-friendly home health care, orthopedic, and sports medicine products. A dynamic...
EBITDA: $450,000
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...
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Profitable Bubble Tea (Boba) Shop with Snacks – Prime Location
Fremont, CA
Established turn-key bubble tea business with fully equipped operations and an existing customer base. The shop offers a variety of popular milk tea, fruit tea, specialty beverages, and snack items in...
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Cash Flow: $60,000
School of Rock
Franchise
Available in California
Join the top music education franchise in the world.
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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Established Restaurant in Central Dublin, $975,000
Alameda, CA
Established Restaurant in Central Dublin , $975,000 Annual Sales RRC#: 5140 Asking Price: Offered At $195000 Location: Alameda County Annual Revenue: $975,000 Annual Cash Flow: Contact For Info...
Small boutique fitness studio for sale
$185,000
San Jose, CA
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
Liquor Store for Sale – Alameda County
Alameda County, CA
Only serious and qualified buyers with proof of funds will be considered. Excellent opportunity to acquire a long-established and highly reputable liquor store located in Alameda County. This business...
Rainbow Restoration
Franchise
Available Nationwide
Ranked as a top Restoration Services franchise by 2026 Entrepreneur Franchise 500®. $1.06M average gross sales!*
$3,382,000 TTM Revenue: Open and Operating Service Franchise Resale
Hayward, CA
We are a leading home services business serving the Hayward market, operating within the recession-resistant property insurance ecosystem. The business combines national insurance program volume with...
Cash Flow: $355,000
Multi unit Carl's Jr N. CA
Dixon, CA
These stores are located across Sacramento, Solano County, the East Bay, and the Sierra Foothills, which collectively form part of the Greater Sacramento–Northern California regional economy. This...
EBITDA: $683,184
Franchise Opportunity: Popular, Healthy Business for Sale in Napa, CA
Napa, CA
National healthy concept franchise in the Napa community! Perfectly positioned in a high-foot traffic shopping center alongside major national brands, this location enjoys a constant stream of local...
Cash Flow: $100,504
5 Day Deli in industrial/commercial park, plenty of parking.
Hayward, CA
Note - as of 6-1-2026 we have an accepted offer on this listing. Back up offers welcome! Imagine walking into your own thriving Mexican restaurant where the aroma of authentic spices fills the air and...
Fremont High Traffic Location
Fremont, CA
Best location in Fremont full set hot pot restaurant equipment full kitchen walk in cooler freezer and hood...
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Carol Bennett
Business Team - San Carlos, CA
Serving San Mateo County, CA
Business Team, a unit of BTI Group, is the Largest Business Brokerage Firm in the Western United States specializing in arranging the purchase and sale of privately owned companies. During our third of a century of existence, we have developed both an unmatched depth of experience (an aggregate of several hundred years!) and a vast network of individual, corporate, and investment group buyers. In addition, our affiliation with the International Business Brokers Association allows us to reach buyers represented by other intermediary firms throughout the world.
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A 6 Year Old Established Spa in West Portal San Francisco
San Francisco, CA
Established West Portal Spa - Prime San Francisco Location This thriving 6-year-old spa presents an exceptional opportunity in San Francisco's desirable West Portal neighborhood. With annual revenue...
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EBITDA: $1
Prime Location Established Bubble Tea Shop
San Jose, CA
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a well-established, nationally recognized premium beverage franchise in a prime West San Jose retail corridor. Situated in a highly desirable area with strong...
Cash Flow: $70,049
Owner Op Dealership and Service Center with Alignment Rack and 5 Lifts
$119,000
Pittsburg, CA
Pacific Cafe - 7000 Geary Blvd, San Francisco
San Francisco, CA
Pacific Cafe - 7000 Geary Blvd, San Francisco RRC#5284 Offered at $195,000 Location: San Francisco County Annual Revenue: $1 Million Plus Annual Cash Flow: Contact for Info Monthly Rent: $4,800...
Two Location Breakfast Lunch Restaurant For Sale! Motivated Sellers
Sonoma County, CA
Two Location Breakfast Lunch Restaurant For Sale! Motivated Sellers. Priced Below Market! Strong SDE Profits. RRC#5279 Offered at $375,000 Location: Sonoma County Annual Revenue: $2,400,000 Annual...
Voda Cleaning & Restoration
Franchise
Available in California
Join one of the nation’s fastest-growing cleaning & restoration franchises—simple, scalable, profitable.
High Demand Franchise Opportunity in Livermore
Alameda County, CA
High Demand Franchise Opportunity in Livermore - Built for Hands-On Owner Profitability and Success. RRC# 5287 Asking Price: $229,000 Location: Alameda County Annual Revenue: Contact for Info Annual...
High Demand Franchise Opportunity in Alameda - SIX Figure SDE Profits
Alameda County, CA
High Demand Franchise Opportunity in Alameda - SIX Figure SDE Profits for Owner Operator! Below Market Lease will be Assigned! ~25% Revenue Increase Year-to-Year RRC# 5288 Asking Price: $229,000...
High net profit service restaurant for sale in San Jose Valley Fair
San Jose, CA
Rare opportunity to acquire a fully operating, well-established quick-service restaurant business located in a high-traffic, premier shopping center in South Bay (Valley Fair area, San Jose). This...
SBA Pre-Approved For Owner Operator - Three Locations Breakfast Lunch
Sonoma County, CA
SBA Pre-Approved For Owner Operator - Three Location Breakfast Lunch Restaurant Chain For Sale! Profitable With Strong SDE. MOTIVATED SELLERS! Priced Below Market and SBA Value. RRC#5280 Asking Price:...
Established Café + Real Estate Included | $1.6+M in Revenues
Marin County, CA
Established Café + Real Estate Included | $1.6+M in Revenues & $300K in SDE | SBA Pre-Qualified RRC#5274 Asking Price: $2,800000 Location: Marin County Annual Revenue: $1,600,000 Annual Cash Flow:...
Fully Equipped, Well-Established Local Favorite
Alameda County, CA
Fully Equipped, Well-Established Local Favorite Breakfast & Lunch Restaurant RRC#5272 Offered at $119,000 Location: Alameda County Annual Revenue: Contact for Info Annual Cash Flow: Contact for Info...
$3.2M Restaurant & Bar | Type 47 ABC + Entertainment License
Santa Clara County, CA
$3.2M Restaurant & Bar | Type 47 ABC + Entertainment License | Prime San Jose Location RRC#5265 Asking Price: $649,000 Location: Santa Clara County Annual Revenue: $3,200,000 Base Rent: $18,660/month...
Highly Visible Remodeled Restaurant/Bar in Downtown Walnut Creek
Contra Costa County, CA
Highly Visible Remodeled Restaurant/Bar in Downtown Walnut Creek with Lots of Upside RRC#5216 Asking Price: Offered at $335,000 Location: Contra Costa County Annual Revenue: $941,388 Annual Cash Flow:...
Established Restaurant Doing $1,360,000 + Sales in Prime Location
Alameda County, CA
Established Restaurant Doing $1,360,000 + Sales in Prime Location on Major Thoroughfare in Central Fremont Location RRC#: 5139 Asking Price: Offered At $225,000 Location: Fremont Annual Revenue:...
Benjamin Franklin Plumbing
Franchise
Available in California
Join the leader in residential plumbing services! We provide tools and support so our franchise owners grow their business and dominate their market.
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.
