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Brentwood San Vicente Restaurant For Sale
Asset Sale

Barrington, CA

Premises: 2000' + Patio Monthly Rent: $9500 per month Parking: Public & Valet Parking Lease Term: 5 yrs. + 5 yr. option to renew ABC License: Beer and Wine Price: $395,000 - All Cash upon close of...

$395,000

$395,000

Restaurant Bar Space Santa Monica Fully Equipped Kitchen
Asset Sale

Santa Monica, CA

Santa Monica Wilshire Boulevard Ideal for Restaurant Bar and Reception, 5,474 Square Feet. $3.00 per square foot per month, NNN [ estimated to be $1.57 per square foot per month....

$1

$1

Fully Equipped Pizzeria ASSET SALE
Asset Sale

Alameda County, CA

Excellent opportunity to acquire a fully equipped pizzeria in Oakland. Seller is retiring and offering the restaurant as an asset sale. The space is already set up for pizza production, takeout, and...

$80,000

$80,000

Iconic San Diego Food Truck, 20+ Year Favorite
Asset Sale

San Diego County, CA

Established Mexican food truck located in Chula Vista. The Business has been operating for more than 20 years and has become a recognizable San Diego favorite, specializing in authentic Tortas...

$50,000

$50,000

ASSET SALE -Chino Restaurant / Prime Location – $98,000
Asset Sale

Chino, CA

>>Asking Price: $98,000 >>Monthly Rent: Approx. $5,900 >>Size: Approx. 1,121 SF >>Lease: Through 2032 >>Gross Sales: Approx. $25,000–$30,000/month >>Estimated Income: Approx. $5,000–$8,000/month...

$98,000

$98,000

High-Visibility Retail Space with Food Use Potential in San Jose
Asset Sale

San Jose, CA

Property Details: Price: $168,888 Size: 1,025 Sq. Ft. Base Rent: $4,498.01 / mo NNN / CAM: $1,168.50 / mo Property Overview: An exceptional opportunity to acquire a prime commercial retail space in a...

$168,888

$168,888

$250K Modern QSR Build-Out • Efficient 926-SF • Lease Through 2034 •
Asset Sale

Orange County, CA

$250K Modern QSR Build-Out • Efficient 926-SF • Lease Through 2034 • Asset Sale • Ready for Your Concept! RRC#5364 Asking Price: $99,000 Location: Orange County Annual Revenue: Contact for Info Annual...

$99,000

$99,000

Turnkey 6-Bed RCFE with Owner’s Residence in Prime Temecula
Asset Sale

Temecula, CA

Fully licensed 6-resident facility in an exquisite 4,000+ sq. ft. home. Ideal for an owner-operator seeking to live on-site while reducing payroll overhead and owner living expenses. Residents space...

$1,400,000

$1,400,000

Drive-Thru Coffee Franchise for Sale in Orange County
Asset Sale

Orange County, CA

Rare turnkey opportunity to acquire a newly opened drive-thru specialty coffee franchise in a strong Orange County trade area with approximately $4,700 net rent. This desirable drive-thru location...

$349,000

$349,000

Customized Food and Beverage Trailers
Asset Sale

San Diego, CA

Made to order... customized stainless steel trailers are state of the art and completely self-contained (fresh water / electricity) and equipped with double workbench, outlets / breakers, LED lights,...

$85,000

$85,000

Restaurant Permitted Open
Asset Sale

Los Angeles, CA

Open, Permitted Restaurant. This Asset Sale Located: 1777 Westwood Blvd. Northwest corner of Westwood and Santa Monica Boulevards will allow you to start your Restaurant Business immediately. Fully...

$125,000

$125,000

Electrical Contractor Business - Asset Sale
Asset Sale

Visalia, CA

This company spans almost 5 decades through California's Central Valley and is located in Visalia, CA. Their reputation boasts of high quality commercial electrical construction. Some of their...

$515,000

$515,000

Fully Built-Out Wellness Café in Prime Dana Point Location
Asset Sale

Dana Point, CA

Established and fully operational restaurant/café located in Downtown Dana Point. The asking price includes all furniture, fixtures, equipment, and inventory. The owners have invested approximately...

$99,000

$99,000

Newly renovated saloon, Barber shop or Dog Grooming
Asset Sale

Los Angeles, CA

ASSET SALE - Newly Renovated Salon Space in Los Angeles This turnkey salon asset sale offers an exceptional opportunity to acquire a completely renovated space in Los Angeles, California. Perfect for...

$15,000

$15,000

Turnkey Bakery, Coffee Shop or New Concept (E2 Visa Opportunity)
Asset Sale

Carlsbad, CA

This is a fully fitted bakery or coffee shop located on Roosevelt Street in the heart of Carlsbad Village — a walkable, high-footfall coastal neighbourhood minutes from the beach, the Coaster station,...

$59,000

$59,000

Popular Bubble Tea Café for Sale – High Rated with Loyal Customers
Asset Sale

Pittsburg, CA

This is a turn-key business with a modern interior, digital menu boards, and a fully equipped drink preparation area. The shop offers dine-in, takeout, and delivery, providing multiple revenue...

$149,000

$149,000

Bobby Panahi

BPRE

Serving Sacramento County, CA

Sunset Advisors is a California business brokerage specializing in the confidential sale and acquisition of privately held businesses, with core expertise in gas stations, transportation companies, healthcare/hospice operations, as well as restaurant and retail businesses. We represent sellers as well as buyers in complex transactions across the state, with a focus on operationally intensive and service-driven industries. Key highlights: • Specialized focus on gas station and convenience store transactions, including asset sales, lease negotiations, and coordination with landlords, franchisors, and fuel suppliers. • Extensive experience representing buyers and sellers of transportation businesses, including logistics, towing, and fleet-based service companies requiring licensing and operational due diligence. • Strong background in healthcare and hospice business transactions, navigating regulatory requirements, licensing, and confidential ownership transitions. • Proven track record in restaurant and retail business sales, including independent concepts and multi-unit operations, with expertise in lease assignments and landlord negotiations. • Comprehensive transaction management from valuation and confidential marketing through due diligence and closing, coordinating with attorneys, lenders, landlords, and escrow. • Statewide California coverage from a Southern California base, with expansion into the New York market coming soon, emphasizing discretion, responsive communication, and results-driven representation. For confidential inquiries, contact Sunset Advisors at 310-670-3800.

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Online - BeautySpecials.com
Asset Sale

Irvine, CA

Make offer : www.BeautySpecials.com : Only the Domain name is for sale . MAKE OFFER Operate from anywhere. Included in above price is also : BeautySpecials.org BeautySpecials.info BeautySpecials.net...

$3,000

$3,000

Operating Menchie’s Frozen Yogurt-Sale Pending -In ESCROW
Asset Sale

Los Angeles County, CA

Operating Turnkey Menchie’s Location – offered as an Asset Sale – $69,000 - Sale Pending In ESCROW. Excellent opportunity to acquire a fully built-out operating Menchie’s self-serve frozen yogurt...

$69,000

$69,000

Turnkey restaurant & boba shop asset sale
Asset Sale

San Diego, CA

TURNKEY RESTAURANT AND BOBA SHOP ASSET SALE This fully equipped commercial space presents an exceptional turnkey opportunity for immediate restaurant and boba shop operations in San Diego's premier...

$250,000

$250,000

Dessert and Snack Churritos and Ice cream
Asset Sale

South Gate, CA

ASSET SALE OPPORTUNITY - Mexican-Inspired Dessert & Snack Concept This asset sale presents an established dessert and snack operation specializing in Mexican-inspired treats and street food offerings....

$295,000

$295,000

Sonoma County 47/48 Liquor License for Sale
Asset Sale

Sonoma County, CA

Sonoma County Type 47/48 liquor license for sale. Listed at $200,000 net to seller. Additional fees are: - 10% Finder's Fee (includes work associated with license transfer) - $2,450 Escrow Fee This...

$200,000

$200,000

Contra Costa County 47/48 Liquor License for Sale
Asset Sale

Contra Costa County, CA

Contra Costa County Type 47/48 liquor license for sale. Listed at $27,000 net to seller. Additional fees are: - $8,000 Finder's Fee (includes work associated with license transfer) - $2,450 Escrow Fee...

$27,000

$27,000

El Dorado County 47/48 Liquor License for Sale
Asset Sale

El Dorado County, CA

El Dorado County Type 47/48 liquor license for sale. Listed at $200,000 net to seller. Additional fees are: - 10% Finder's Fee (includes work associated with license transfer) - $2,450 Escrow Fee This...

$200,000

$200,000

Fresno County 47/48 Liquor License for Sale
Asset Sale

Fresno County, CA

Fresno County Type 47/48 liquor license for sale. Listed at $27,000 net to seller. Additional fees are: - $8,000 Finder's Fee (includes work associated with license transfer) - $2,450 Escrow Fee This...

$27,000

$27,000

Marin County 47/48 Liquor License for Sale
Asset Sale

Marin County, CA

Marin County Type 47/48 liquor license for sale. Listed at $120,000 net to seller. Additional fees are: - 10% Finder's Fee (includes work associated with license transfer) - $2,450 Escrow Fee This...

$120,000

$120,000

Mendocino County 47/48 Liquor License for Sale
Asset Sale

Mendocino County, CA

Mendocino County Type 47/48 liquor license for sale. Listed at $95,000 net to seller. Additional fees are: - 10% Finder's Fee (includes work associated with license transfer) - $2,450 Escrow Fee This...

$95,000

$95,000

San Joaquin County 47/48 Liquor License for Sale
Asset Sale

San Joaquin County, CA

San Joaquin County Type 47/48 liquor license for sale. Listed at $25,000 net to seller. Additional fees are: - $8,000 Finder's Fee (includes work associated with license transfer) - $2,450 Escrow Fee...

$25,000

$25,000

Napa County 47/48 Liquor License for Sale
Asset Sale

Napa County, CA

Napa County Type 47/48 liquor license for sale. Listed at $170,000 net to seller. Additional fees are: - 10% Finder's Fee (includes work associated with license transfer) - $2,450 Escrow Fee This...

$170,000

$170,000

Placer County 47/48 Liquor License for Sale
Asset Sale

Placer County, CA

Placer County Type 47/48 liquor license for sale. Listed at $170,000 net to seller. Additional fees are: - 10% Finder's Fee (includes work associated with license transfer) - $2,450 Escrow Fee This...

$170,000

$170,000

Stanislaus County 47/48 Liquor License for Sale
Asset Sale

Stanislaus County, CA

Stanislaus County Type 47/48 liquor license for sale. Listed at $25,000 net to seller. Additional fees are: - $8,000 Finder's Fee (includes work associated with license transfer) - $2,450 Escrow Fee...

$25,000

$25,000

Solano County 47/48 Liquor License for Sale
Asset Sale

Solano County, CA

Solano County Type 47/48 liquor license for sale. Listed at $38,000 net to seller. Additional fees are: - $8,000 Finder's Fee (includes work associated with license transfer) - $2,450 Escrow Fee This...

$38,000

$38,000

San Luis Obispo County 47/48 Liquor License for Sale
Asset Sale

San Luis Obispo County, CA

San Luis Obispo County Type 47/48 liquor license for sale. Listed at $300,000 net to seller. Additional fees are: - 10% Finder's Fee (includes work associated with license transfer) - $2,450 Escrow...

$300,000

$300,000

Santa Barbara County 47/48 Liquor License for Sale
Asset Sale

Santa Barbara County, CA

Santa Barbara County Type 47/48 liquor license for sale. Listed at $335,000 net to seller. Additional fees are: - 10% Finder's Fee (includes work associated with license transfer) - $2,450 Escrow Fee...

$335,000

$335,000

Ventura County 47/48 Liquor License for Sale
Asset Sale

Ventura County, CA

Ventura County Type 47/48 liquor license for sale. Listed at $63,000 net to seller. Additional fees are: - $8,000 Finder's Fee (includes work associated with license transfer) - $2,450 Escrow Fee This...

$63,000

$63,000

Monterey County 47/48 Liquor License for Sale
Asset Sale

Monterey County, CA

Monterey County Type 47/48 liquor license for sale. Listed at $170,000 net to seller. Additional fees are: - 10% Finder's Fee (includes work associated with license transfer) - $2,450 Escrow Fee This...

$170,000

$170,000

Medical Spa Burbank Ca
Asset Sale

Los Angeles County, CA

Boutique Medical Spa in the heart of the entertainment capital, Burbank, CA. Established in 2005, Has a 3000 +/- customer list with credit card reciepts of 450,000 this year after moving to a new,...

$399,000

$399,000

AI Governance & Decision Intelligence SaaS Platform
Asset Sale

California

This acquisition-ready AI governance and decision intelligence platform offers the opportunity to acquire a developed B2B SaaS technology business with significant commercialization potential. The...

$115,000

$115,000

Prime Restaurant Opportunity - Low Rent!
Asset Sale

La Mesa, CA

TRANSFORM YOUR RESTAURANT DREAMS INTO REALITY with this exceptional turnkey Mexican restaurant opportunity in La Mesa's thriving market near Grossmont High School. YOUR PATH TO IMMEDIATE...

$85,000

$85,000

Seafood Restaurant Business for Sale. Great Opportunity!
Asset Sale

Sacramento, CA

Well-established seafood restaurant located on a busy, high-traffic street with easy freeway access. This approximately 2,700 SF restaurant has been serving the community since 2014 and offers an...

$99,000

$99,000

Stable Revenue Deli & Cafe | Residential Area Asset Sale
Asset Sale

Costa Mesa, CA

1. Highlights Summary *Business Type: Deli, Cafe, Quick Service, Fast Casual *Location: West Costa Mesa residential area, Orange County *Sales: Average monthly sales of approximately $58,779 based on...

$195,000

$195,000

Rare Turnkey Restaurant with Type 47 Liquor License in San Jose!
Asset Sale

San Jose, CA

Rare Turnkey Restaurant Opportunity with Type 47 Liquor License - San Jose, California This established restaurant asset presents a strategic acquisition opportunity in San Jose's competitive dining...

$250,000

$250,000

Well-equipped restaurant near the Sports Arena
Asset Sale

San Diego County, CA

This established restaurant operation presents an exceptional opportunity in San Diego's dynamic food service market. The fully equipped facility encompasses approximately 1,150 square feet of...

$150,000

$150,000

Full-Service Mexican Restaurant/Cantina w/ Full Bar | South Coast Area
Asset Sale

Santa Ana, CA

Established Mexican restaurant and full-service cantina available in prime Santa Ana/South Coast Metro retail center. Asset sale includes all FF&E, full Type 47 ABC liquor license, and assignable...

$125,000

$125,000

BBQ Duct Restaurant with Beer and Wine License
Asset Sale

Torrance, CA

Size: approximately 1,700 SF Rent: $11,000, NN Included  Great opportunity to own a BBQ table restaurant with a beer and wine license. The site offers ample parking and a corner location within a...

$280,000

$280,000

Nathaniel Knecht

Transworld Business Advisors of San Diego County East

Serving San Diego County, CA

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Turn Key automotive and Body Shop for Lease. fully equipped
Asset Sale

Fullerton, CA

Looking to launch or expand your automotive business immediately? Skip the months of city bureaucracy, construction delays, and permitting headaches. This fully built-out, highly functional shop is...

$75,000

$75,000

Riverside County 47/48 Liquor License for Sale
Asset Sale

Riverside County, CA

Riverside County Type 47/48 liquor license for sale. Listed at $63,000 net to seller. Additional fees are: - $8,000 Finder's Fee (includes work associated with license transfer) - $2,450 Escrow Fee...

$63,000

$63,000

San Mateo County 47/48 Liquor License for Sale
Asset Sale

San Mateo County, CA

San Mateo County Type 47/48 liquor license for sale. Listed at $84,000 net to seller. Additional fees are: - $8,000 Finder's Fee (includes work associated with license transfer) - $2,450 Escrow Fee...

$84,000

$84,000

Alameda County 47/48 Liquor License for Sale
Asset Sale

Alameda County, CA

Alameda County Type 47/48 liquor license for sale. Listed at $32,000 net to seller. Additional fees are: - $8,000 Finder's Fee (includes work associated with license transfer) - $2,450 Escrow Fee This...

$32,000

$32,000

Sacramento County 47/48 Liquor License for Sale
Asset Sale

Sacramento County, CA

Sacramento County Type 47/48 liquor license for sale. Listed at $27,000 net to seller. Additional fees are: - $8,000 Finder's Fee (includes work associated with license transfer) - $2,450 Escrow Fee...

$27,000

$27,000

Rare 12 Beds Congregate Facility for sale
Asset Sale

Quartz Hill, CA

RARE 12-BED CONGREGATE CARE FACILITY ASSET SALE Exceptional opportunity to acquire a licensed 12-bed congregate care facility in Quartz Hill, California, serving the Los Angeles County market....

$1,200,000

$1,200,000

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.