Orange County, CA
This is an opportunity to acquire a branded apparel and promotional products business backed by one of the most recognized names in the industry. The business helps companies strengthen their brands...
Businesses For Sale in California
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Established Promotional Products & Apparel Business - Low Overhead
Established Business Brokerage
Shasta County, CA
Opportunity to acquire an established business brokerage territory operating under one of the most recognized brands in the industry. This professional services business operates within the...
Turnkey Charcuterie Catering Business in Prime San Diego Market
San Diego County, CA
Turnkey specialty catering and food business located in a desirable San Diego market with limited direct competition. The business specializes in premium charcuterie boards, boxes, grazing spreads,...
Leading Business Brokerage Franchise
San Jose, CA
This is a rare opportunity to acquire an existing business advisory and brokerage territory in Santa Clara County, part of the world’s largest and most recognized business brokerage network. The...
Two-Location Day Spa Business | Established Brand | Strong Cash Flow
Santa Rosa, CA
Confidential Wellness Business for Sale | Two Sonoma County Locations | Established Cash Flow This offering represents a rare opportunity to acquire a highly profitable, established two-location day...
Cash Flow: $764,000
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Established Transportation Company with Scalable Remote Operations
Sacramento County, CA
The business was founded in 2024 in Sacramento, California, with the objective of providing reliable freight transportation services across the United States. The company was established to operate as...
Cash Flow: $59,174
High-Volume AYCE Sushi w/ strong profit and huge upside potential
Los Angeles, CA
High-Volume All-You-Can-Eat Sushi & Izakaya with Immediate Upside This turnkey restaurant combines proven profitability with substantial untapped growth potential, making it ideal for an experienced...
Cash Flow: $350,000
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Turn-Key Restaurant in Elk Grove!
Elk Grove, CA
This established sushi and Japanese restaurant represents a compelling acquisition opportunity in Elk Grove's competitive dining market. The business has demonstrated exceptional operational...
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275-Unit ATM Route With Contract-Controlled Cash Flow.
San Francisco County, CA
ESTABLISHED ATM ROUTE BUSINESS - 275 UNITS WITH CONTRACT-CONTROLLED CASH FLOW This profitable ATM business operates 275 machines across San Francisco County, generating $500,000 in annual cash flow...
Cash Flow: $500,000
Restaurant Equipment Distributor and Services. Excellent Financials
Los Angeles, CA
Over two decades, the company has built a reputation for reliability, technical expertise, and unmatched customer service. With a strong foundation in the pizza equipment niche, it has expanded to...
Cash Flow: $600,000
Griswold
Franchise
Available in California
Started in 1982, you can follow in the footsteps of our founder, Jean Griswold. We're looking for owners who want to control their destiny and build a business which positively impacts their community.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $1,079,191
CEOLife - Premier Networking & Social Club for Leaders- Sacramento, CA
Sacramento, CA
This is a rare opportunity to acquire the exclusive CEO Life chapter serving Sacramento, California — an established and growing business market with access to one of the largest economies in the...
Cash Flow: $704,500
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Ready for Something Bigger Than a Starter ATM Portfolio?
Alameda County, CA
There is a pretty big jump between buying a small starter ATM portfolio and committing close to $2 million to a larger acquisition. This opportunity sits comfortably in the middle. With an asking...
Cash Flow: $310,000
High-Volume Papa John’s Franchise
$645,000
Roseville, CA
Mailboxes - Packing & Shipping Center Business
North Hollywood, CA
2025 Revenues 209,500 2025 Seller’s Discretionary Earnings $75,344.00 5 Stars Google Reviews 4.5 Stars Yelp Reviews Services include: live scan, notary , copy & faxing, Packing & Shipping, USPS postal...
Cash Flow: $75,000
Established Mobile Pet Grooming | $493K TTM Revenue | 84.6% Recurring
San Diego, CA
Acquire an established mobile pet-grooming business serving some of North County San Diego's most desirable communities, including Carlsbad, Rancho Santa Fe, Del Mar and Encinitas. The buyer steps...
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Travis Newman
Eliro Inc
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
Eliro Inc. is a boutique investment banking firm specializing in the strategic sale of privately held businesses through industry niche consolidation. Founded by seasoned M&A professionals, Eliro Inc. aims to maximize shareholder value by offering expert advisory services, including business valuation, deal structuring, targeted marketing, and transaction closing. Our core differentiator is our unique approach to consolidating businesses within specific industry niches. This strategy enhances earnings multiples, increases sales prices for sellers, attracts premium buyers, and streamlines the acquisition process. The Eliro Inc. management team brings over 30 years of combined experience in M&A, entrepreneurship, finance, and international business. This expertise, combined with a strong network of buyers (large private corporations, publicly traded companies, private equity firms, and high net worth individuals), positions Eliro Inc. to deliver exceptional results. Eliro Inc. targets privately held businesses with EBITDA ranging from $250,000 to $5,000,000, ideally within a target niche, and business owners seeking to maximize their exit value. The firm also works with buyers seeking strategic acquisitions to expand market share, diversify portfolios, and drive growth.
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Well-established Americanized Chinese restaurant in Los Gatos
Los Gatos, CA
【Exclusive Listing】Restaurant for Sale in Los Gatos – Approx. 1,500 SF Well-established Americanized Chinese restaurant located on the highly desirable Blossom Hill Road corridor in Los Gatos....
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Established Restaurant
Oakland, CA
Up for sale is a well-established Grill and Hamburger Restaurant, situated in the heart of Oakland, California's bustling business district. This restaurant enjoys a prime location on Lakeshore...
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Established Coatings Business with HUGE Growth & Margin Upside
Huntington Beach, CA
Opportunities to acquire a long-established industrial coatings business in Orange County are rare. Opportunities with an existing customer base, nearly 30 years of operating history, specialized...
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Rare Emergency Veterinary Hospital for Sale (Turn-key)
Los Angeles County, CA
Rare opportunity to acquire a turn-key, emergency-capable veterinary practice with nearly a decade of continuous operation and $2.3M in gross revenue. Purpose-built, surgical-ready hospital. Business...
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Profitable Amazon FBA + Walmart Wholesale Store | 28-45% ROI | Turnkey
San Diego County, CA
PROFITABLE AMAZON FBA + WALMART WHOLESALE STORE | 28-45% ROI | TURNKEY This established multi-channel e-commerce business generates $352,000 in annual revenue with $85,000 in seller's discretionary...
Cash Flow: $85,000
SpeedPro
Franchise
Available Nationwide
The nation’s leading wide-format printing/graphics franchise. Top 25% Average Goss Sales $1,488,094* and top 25% Discretionary profit $412,670*. Generate revenue before you open your studio!
Avg. Unit Revenue: $1,034,737
Turn-key Japanese dining format with prime commercial position
Hayward, CA
Located in a prime commercial corridor in Hayward, this approximately 3,600 SF fully operational All You Can Eat (AYCE) Sushi restaurant is now available for sale. The restaurant benefits from a...
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Milky Oat: 100% Organic Postpartum Meals—Turnkey Model
Santa Cruz County, CA
Milky Oat is a premium, specialized postpartum meal delivery service positioned at the intersection of functional food, clinical nutrition, and luxury wellness. We address the critical, yet...
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Established Swiss Ecommerce | 29% Margins | Low Competition Region
$30,000
Los Angeles County, CA
Profitable Car Rental Business – Serving Uber & Lyft Drivers – $516K R
Santa Monica, CA
This established rideshare car rental business provides vehicles to Uber and Lyft drivers on a short-term, flexible basis. With 95 vehicles in the fleet, the company has developed a strong recurring...
Cash Flow: $310,000
Established Luxury Watch E-Commerce Business For Sale
San Francisco, CA
7,500+ Trustpilot Reviews • Established Supplier Network • Owner Financing Available • One Month online training Included An opportunity to acquire an established luxury watch e-commerce business with...
Bay Area residential remodeling company with over two decades of exp.
San Francisco, CA
This established general contracting business has served the San Francisco Bay Area for decades, specializing in home remodels and additions. The company has built a large network of trusted...
Cash Flow: $284,700
Guy Fieri’s Chicken Guy! is a fast-casual restaurant
Napa County, CA
Chicken Guy American Canyon is a modern fast-casual restaurant concept associated with celebrity chef Guy Fieri, offering flavorful, hand-breaded chicken tenders, sandwiches, fries, and a wide...
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Liquor Beer Wine Meat Groceries-One Stop Shop
Alpine, CA
Established Liquor Store & Market - Alpine, CA This thriving neighborhood institution has been serving the Alpine community since 2009, operating as a comprehensive one-stop shop generating $1.44...
Cash Flow: $240,000
Turn key Drive Thru with Property
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Thousand Palms, CA
PRIME RESTAURANT REAL ESTATE OPPORTUNITY - THOUSAND PALMS, CA Exceptional freestanding restaurant property with drive-thru capability, strategically positioned off Interstate 10 in Riverside County....
Concrete & Masonry Company For sale
Los Angeles County, CA
ESTABLISHED CONCRETE & MASONRY COMPANY FOR SALE This profitable concrete and masonry company, established in 1994, presents an exceptional opportunity for an experienced operator or investor seeking...
Cash Flow: $350,000
Sir Grout
Franchise
Available in California
Average Annual Franchise Revenue: $622,650* Own the #1 Ranked Tile and Grout Cleaning Business by Entrepreneur Magazine.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $351,238
Prime Location Acai Bowl/Juice Bar- Convoy District San Diego
San Diego, CA
Excellent opportunity to own a fully built-out juice bar in the highly desirable Convoy District. This prime location offers strong foot traffic, excellent street visibility, and convenient on-site...
Profitable Appliance Parts Retail & Wholesale Business – Inland Empire
Riverside County, CA
This profitable wholesale and retail appliance parts business is a trusted source for commercial B2B and DIY repair customers across the Inland Empire and nationwide. It benefits from a loyal repeat...
Cash Flow: $167,843
Top Sales Volume Papa John’s (5) Stores | $6M Gross | LA/Riverside
$2,999,999
Corona, CA
ATM Portfolio: 286 Units | $590K Annual Cash Flow | Third-Party Loaded
San Francisco County, CA
A 286-location ATM portfolio across California generating $590,130 in annual cash flow, offered at $1,907,280. The operational model is the key characteristic of this portfolio. Every location is...
Cash Flow: $590,130
[Just Reduced] Turn-Key Irvine Spectrum Bakery & Cafe
Irvine, CA
Location: Los Olivos Marketplace Size: 876 SF (Highly efficient footprint with minimal overhead) Rent: Approx. $7,800/month (Fully inclusive of CAM, NNN, and all fees) Current Concept: Cupcakes &...
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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.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $523,883
PRICE REDUCED!! Full Service Flower and Gift Shop
Riverside County, CA
Imagine stepping into your own thriving flower shop where community connections bloom as beautifully as the arrangements you'll create. This well-established family-owned florist has been serving the...
Cash Flow: $100,000
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Premier Steak & Seafood Restaurant-Prime Monterey Peninsula Location
Monterey, CA
A rare opportunity to own Kona Steak & Seafood a highly regarded full-service restaurant located in one of California’s most desirable coastal markets. This is a proven profitable operation with...
Bober Tea & Coffee, Mochi Dough, MOMO EggDrop in Roseville, California
Roseville, CA
This beautifully appointed restaurant and cafe space offers an exceptional opportunity for entrepreneurs seeking a turnkey food service location in one of Roseville's most desirable markets. The space...
Cash Flow: $98,000
Liquor Store- Very High Gross & Net- SBA Qualifier- Santa Clara County
Santa Clara County, CA
Liquor Store, Silicon Valley, San Francisco Bay Area, Santa Clara County Rare opportunity to acquire a very high gross, high net, short hours, well established, high visibility, major busy street,...
Cash Flow: $1,089,038
Which Wich Franchise or Established Restaurant Space
Palm Desert, CA
1420 sqft restaurant space located on HWY 111 and El Paseo, Palm Desert. Security Deposit, Restaurant Equipment, Furniture & Fixtures all included. 48 seats. Does not include Franchise Transfer Fee....
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Mark Daoust
Quiet Light Brokerage, Inc.
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
The value of Quiet Light is in its advisors.
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High-Margin Retail Business/ Ideal First Business/ Proven Systems
Fairfield, CA
An ideal opportunity for a first-time business owner looking to step into an established, easy-to-operate business with trained staff, proven systems, and transition support. *Beginner-friendly...
Cash Flow: $86,300
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Established B2B Supply & Distribution Company – Property Available!
Ventura County, CA
Profitable Wholesale Distributor – Ventura County Established wholesale distributor serving the construction, manufacturing, agricultural, and packaging industries throughout Southern California for...
Cash Flow: $233,000
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B2B, Print, Promotional & Marketing Business - High Cashflow
$3,700,000
Butte County, CA
SBA Approved: Absentee Owned, Profitable Truck & Van Upfitting
San Bernardino County, CA
Well-established and highly profitable truck equipment business for sale serving contractors, fleets, municipalities, truck dealers, and commercial customers. This company has been in business for...
Cash Flow: $1,136,000
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Architectural Sheet Metal Fabrication and Installation Contractor
Alameda County, CA
Architectural Sheet Metal Fabrication and Installation Contractor Transworld Business Advisors San Francisco Cynthia Randall CA DRE# 01421980 For more than eight decades, this distinguished...
Cash Flow: $1,111,520
Sharkeys Cuts for Kids
Franchise
Available Nationwide
Keep Your Job & Own This Franchise - Laptop Operated & Fully Passive
Avg. Unit Revenue: $275,732
Move-In-Ready Kids' Party Franchise
Orange County, CA
OWN A PUMP IT UP — THE BEST PRIVATE KIDS' BIRTHDAY PARTIES ON THE PLANET. This featured opportunity is a rare one — a Pump It Up location already built to brand specification in Orange, CA, one of...
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High Margin Dessert Franchise Busy Mall location.
Bakersfield, CA
The business benefits from strong mall traffic and an established retail environment anchored by major national retailers including Target, Macy’s, and JCPenny. Low food cost and labor compared with...
Cash Flow: $230,000
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Profitable Property Management Business with Real Estate Portfolio
Tulare County, CA
This profitable property management company specializes in fully furnished residential rentals throughout California's Central Valley. The business generates consistent revenue through two distinct...
Cash Flow: $255,000
20M Growing Lab, Full Service Lab with Major Insurance’s Contracts and
California
Manhattan Biz is presenting a big, old, real full menu laboratory: all tests, all specialties, contracted with major insurances. Adding accounts and growing business daily. Tests nicely spread across...
Cash Flow: $6,000,000
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Longtime Well-Established Hair Salon and Boutique
Red Bluff, CA
Longtime Well-Established Hair Salon and Boutique This thriving hair salon and boutique has been serving the Red Bluff community since 2009, offering a unique combination of professional hair services...
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Growing E-Commerce Business in Exploding Sourdough-Making Market
San Mateo County, CA
This is an Amazon FBA brand selling sourdough-making accessories. It 3x'd revenue in its trailing 12 months from the previous. The market has consistent growth potential still waiting to be...
Cash Flow: $26,000
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Profitable Turnkey Business-$306k SDE-Seller Financing Available
Salida, CA
PROFITABLE TURNKEY BUILDING & CONSTRUCTION BUSINESS: GUTTER COMPANY - $306K SDE Established in 2022, this thriving building and construction service business in Salida, CA generates $950,000 in annual...
Cash Flow: $306,000
Sacramento Plastic Surgery Clinic for Sale
Sacramento, CA
Rare opportunity to acquire a thriving, 100% cosmetic facial plastic surgery and medspa practice in the heart of the growing Sacramento metro area. This well-established practice serves 3,300 active...
EBITDA: $492,361
Rosso's Karpet Korners
La Mirada, CA
Well-Established Flooring Business – 60+ Years of Operation in Prime La Mirada Location Rare opportunity to acquire a long-standing and respected flooring business that has served the La Mirada and...
Cash Flow: $350,000
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DumpStor
Franchise
Available Nationwide
Home-Based Dumpster Business | B2B + Residential, Just 1–3 Employees, No Storefront & Built to Scale
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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