San Diego County, CA
Clean San Diego County based CDPH License. 7 County GSA. 100% CHOW available....
San Diego County, CA
Clean San Diego County based CDPH License. 7 County GSA. 100% CHOW available....

Orange County, CA
Established 30-Year Commercial Janitorial Company - Orange County, CA This turnkey commercial janitorial operation represents a rare opportunity to acquire three decades of brand equity and...
Cash Flow: $190,000

Garden Grove, CA
Excellent opportunity to acquire a well-established Chinese restaurant in a high-traffic commercial corridor at 14291 Euclid St D108-109, Garden Grove, CA. Ideally situated near the vibrant Little...

Ojai, CA
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a long-standing, 25+ year, profitable optometry practice with only one competitor within a 15-mile radius. Two other practices in the area have had optometrists...
Cash Flow: $157,000
San Diego County, CA
ESTABLISHED SHIPPING & HANDLING BUSINESS - SAN DIEGO COUNTY This well-established shipping and handling business, operating since 1985, presents an exceptional turnkey opportunity in San Diego...
Los Angeles County, CA
A highly profitable, asset-light environmental services firm providing hazardous and non-hazardous waste disposal, filtration media management, and regulatory compliance support to industrial,...
EBITDA: $1,700,000
San Diego County, CA
This profitable fast casual Korean restaurant is located in a bustling food court in one of San Diego county's most prominent malls. Easy to operate and fully staffed Very popular food choice for the...
Los Angeles County, CA
Presenting a rare opportunity: A well-established, full-service automotive center in Los Angeles County, a trusted hub for local customers for decades. This business stands out as a turnkey auto...
Castaic, CA
UPDATE! I recently had a couple very positive developments in my life. As a result I've lowered my price. BUSINESS OVERVIEW: Dynamite Window Washing has operated in Santa Clarita for 25 years. This is...
Cash Flow: $100,000
Los Angeles County, CA
Business Description Nestled in a thriving part of South Bay in LA County is a privileged opportunity to acquire a well-established Profitable & Trusted Brand of business services, print, signage, and...
Cash Flow: $188,835
Available in California
Steri-Clean is a leader in Hoarding and Biohazard Remediation Services, with offerings ranging from crime scene cleanup to hoarding remediation, infection control, and more.
Los Angeles County, CA
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a highly reputable and profitable home staging business serving the South Bay area for the past 7 years. The company has built a strong brand and long-standing...
Cash Flow: $185,000
SBA LOAN ELIGIBLE
California
SBA-Approved Absentee-Run Non-Surgical Hair Replacement Biz With Recurring Revenue! - SC2114 This Northern California Non-Surgical Hair Replacement Company is a California S Corporation and was...
Cash Flow: $367,571
$225,000
Carlsbad, CA
Murrieta, CA
After 13 successful years, this beloved family-owned and operated sushi restaurant is ready for its next chapter—and a new owner! This isn’t just a restaurant—it’s a well-established local business...
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Butte County, CA
Exclusively Listed and Presented By: The Gas Broker® Offered for sale is a 100% absentee-operated Chevron gas station, convenience store with Type-20 Beer & Wine License, and upgraded car wash. The...
Ken Don DiSpaltro
Vanguard Resource Gr
Serving San Diego County, CA
Our principals are members of IBBA and CABB, and perhaps the most experienced and professional group in southern California. Our office has sold over 800 businesses, many just like yours! We have sold virtually every type and size of business. From Main Street to lower middle market types of businesses, we can help. Selling a bigger company? Ken Oppeltz is a Merger and Acquisition Master Intermediary and routinely has sold larger companies to investors, other companies, and private equity groups.
Orange County, CA
The Mobile Barkery is an established Southern California mobile pet treat and retail brand operating since 2021, offering a unique combination of mobile retail, proprietary products, ecommerce and...
San Joaquin County, CA
Picture yourself walking into your own fully operational restaurant and bar - no construction headaches, no permit delays, just keys in hand and ready to serve customers. This incredible 5,983 square...
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Stockton, CA
PRICE DROPPED.....PRICE DROPPED.....PRICE DROPPED...... 76 Gas Station with Land + Car Wash + $9,000 Rental Income + Fuel Contract Expire Excellent Location with $9,000 Rental Income + Car Wash + 1.19...
Orange County, CA
Established Senior Home Care Business – Turnkey Opportunity with Growth Potential Established senior care business serving individuals and families who need dependable, compassionate support and...
California
Rare opportunity to acquire a multi-unit Panera Bread® portfolio located in California. Panera is one of the nation’s most recognized fast-casual restaurant brands, with more than 2,200 bakery-cafés...
Cash Flow: $2,605,000
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Ranked as a top Landscaping franchise by 2026 Entrepreneur Franchise 500®. $820K average annual gross sales!*
Avg. Unit Revenue: $671,405
Los Angeles, CA
Our client operates a secure digital platform built for families raising children with disabilities, neurodivergence, chronic medical conditions and complex educational needs. Families use it to...
Cash Flow: $13,264
Montebello, CA
A New-Generation Express Car Wash with Real Estate • Newly Built in 2024: Ride Thru Express Car Wash offers modern infrastructure, a state-of-the-art express tunnel, and valuable real estate •...
$155,000
Chula Vista, CA
San Bernardino, CA
76 Gas Station, Circle K, Express Car Wash built in 2023, Retail Center + Property Investment Highlights · Modern design, multi-profit center investment opportunity newly built in late 2023 · Multiple...
EBITDA: $1,381,500
Chino Hills, CA
Well established [2021] Retail Pharmacy located in the commercial/residential area of Chino Hills, San Bernardino County. Located inside a medical building, surrounded by multiple medical buildings....
Cash Flow: $185,650
El Mirage, CA
Thomson's Aviation Manuals Inc. represents a unique opportunity to acquire the largest privately-owned aviation technical library in operation. This established retail business houses an extraordinary...
Emeryville, CA
Excellent opportunity to acquire a fully equipped restaurant space in The Public Market in Emeryville. At approximately 774 SF, this is one of the smallest food stalls in The Public Market, offering a...
Sacramento County, CA
Restaurant and Bar with Beer Garden in Affluent Sacramento County Neighborhood RRC#5368 Asking Price: $695,000 Location: Sacramento County Annual Revenue: $2,380,453 Annual Cash Flow: Contact for Info...
California
Established franchise system with a proven business model, audited financials, and recurring royalty-based revenue from an existing network of franchisees. The business offers multiple revenue...
Cash Flow: $196,136
Fair Oaks, CA
Shangri-La Restaurant, Bar & OASIS is for sale! Outstanding Design, Charm and Strong Goodwill RRC#5361 Offered at $415,000 Location: Sacramento County Annual Revenue: $2,070,651 Annual Cash Flow:...
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Premier one-on-one training studio with individualized programs, long-term client relationships, strong revenue streams, and franchise support.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $534,267
San Bernardino County, CA
$2.17M Adj. EBITDA · Two-Location Pharmacy Platform with 3rd Location Coming Highly profitable two-location independent retail pharmacy operating in Orange County and San Bernardino County,...
EBITDA: $2,167,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Riverside, CA
Established Riverside Collision Repair Facility & Real Estate Rare opportunity to acquire a fully operational collision repair facility with real estate in the rapidly growing Riverside/Inland Empire...
Cash Flow: $97,000
$700,000
Los Angeles County, CA
West Hollywood, CA
Established Japanese fusion sushi bar operating continuously since July 2019 in West Hollywood. The restaurant emphasizes daily fresh fish deliveries, scratch-made sauces, and a menu blending...
Cash Flow: $195,000
Los Angeles County, CA
Rare chance to own a charming women's clothing boutique that has anchored the same tree-lined, pedestrian shopping village in the Valley for more than three decades. The block is a destination in...
Cash Flow: $100,000
Available Nationwide
Delivering Solutions Since 1968 ; Success Start With A Steamatic Franchise
Avg. Unit Revenue: $615,221
Garden Grove, CA
Overview Turnkey boba tea shop in a premium Little Saigon-adjacent location. This established, cash-flowing business offers immediate revenue potential, experienced staff, and flexible sale options —...
EBITDA: $70,000
Folsom, CA
A rare opportunity to acquire a well-established and highly profitable integrative family and sports medicine practice in Folsom, California—one of the most desirable and fastest-growing suburbs of...
Cash Flow: $266,000
San Diego County, CA
Founded in 2001, this firm offers architecture, engineering, and project/program management services, with projects across Arizona, California, Nevada, and New Mexico. The company supports disabled...
Cash Flow: $230,221
Fresno County, CA
Turnkey/Profitable Foster's Freeze Opportunity in Fresno County * Gross Annul sales range from $403,000 to $503,000 * Low rent of $2,500 a month or option to Purchase the property * Purchase price...
Cash Flow: $91,000
Los Angeles County, CA
A well-established hospice agency is operational since 2022, CDPH licensed, Medicare and Medical certified, ACHC accredited. No ADR, No CAP Issues, minimum average daily census, with geographic...
Max Lee
The Right Realty Group
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
La Mesa, CA
Iron Mountain Outfitters operates profitably since 1997 as a Carhartt and Filson, etc. Dealership. This store has unique inventory providing customers with high quality merchandise from iconic,...
Cash Flow: $150,000
Los Angeles County, CA
FIRE-SALE PRICING: Restore Hyper Wellness | Below Build Cost Acquire a Turnkey Restore Hyper Wellness Studio WAY Below Replacement Cost Seller VERY MOTIVATED to sell by end of October 2026 Acquire a...
$189,000
Norco, CA
Rowland Heights, CA
INVESTMENT HIGHLIGHTS Rare opportunity to acquire an established Full-Service Car Wash operation in the heart of Rowland Heights • Full-Service Car Wash, Well established Reputation, Exceptional Lease...
Montclair, CA
INVESTMENT HIGHLIGHTS • True 100% Hand Car Wash - Automated wash tunnel with 100% Hand Car Wash • SELLER FINANCING available with $280,000 down payment - 36 YEARS LEASE • High-visibility location with...
Available in California
Breakfast, Brunch, Restaurant, Cafe, Coffee, Bagels
Avg. Unit Revenue: $1,208,102
San Diego, CA
Mission Foods Route for Sale | San Diego, CA — $85,000 About the Route Mission Foods distribution route for sale – San Diego CA - $85,000. The territory services portions of San Diego CA and includes...
Cash Flow: $95,577
San Diego, CA
Mission Foods Route for Sale | San Diego, CA — $59,000 About the Route Mission Foods distribution route for sale – San Diego CA - $59,000. The territory services portions of San Diego CA, Rancho...
Cash Flow: $67,766
California
Northern California Kitchen & Bath Design Studio - SC2265 This Northern California Kitchen & Bath Design Studio is a California Limited Liability Company and was started 4 years ago by the current...
Cash Flow: $265,000
Elk Grove, CA
Established Southeast Asian Restaurant - Elk Grove Opportunity This well-established Southeast Asian restaurant presents a compelling acquisition opportunity in Elk Grove's historic district....
Sacramento, CA
Presenting a well-established, high-volume liquor store for sale in Sacramento County, California. This business boasts a net monthly sale surpassing $100,000, exclusive of Lotto-Lottery income,...
Cash Flow: $415,000
Los Angeles County, CA
Service technicians are currently cleaning all accounts and available to a new owner. The customer base is excellent, featuring reliable payers. Long time devoted customers who appreciate our...
Cash Flow: $135,000
San Francisco, CA
Established Mediterranean Restaurant & Bakery - Owner-Operated Serving downtown San Francisco since 2007, currently operating as a Mediterranean Restaurant with a focus on wraps, plates, salads, and...
Sherman Oaks, CA
An exceptional opportunity to own Friends & Roses, a well-established flower shop in a prime Sherman Oaks location on bustling Ventura Boulevard. Known for its loyal customer base and steady stream of...
Anaheim, CA
OC Esthetique & Spa is a well-established medical and beauty aesthetics spa operating since 2015 in Anaheim Hills, Orange County. This turnkey opportunity features a beautifully renovated 1,335 square...
Available Nationwide
Low Stress, Home Based. MobileDumps is the dumpster rental alternative suited to fit the needs of both residential and commercial customers. Now at 31 locations nationwide.
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:
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.