Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
Established Pure Barre Studio for Sale - Turnkey Opportunity in Prime Orange County Location This turnkey Pure Barre franchise presents an exceptional opportunity to acquire an established boutique...

Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
Established Pure Barre Studio for Sale - Turnkey Opportunity in Prime Orange County Location This turnkey Pure Barre franchise presents an exceptional opportunity to acquire an established boutique...

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

Sacramento, CA
Turnkey franchise poke restaurant located in a prime Sacramento retail corridor surrounded by Target, Starbucks, Jamba, Panda Express, grocery stores, schools, medical offices, and a major hospital....
Cash Flow: $53,500

California
We are offering for sale our San Francisco Bay Area division of a well-established residential water treatment company with 37 years of successful operation. Our business specializes in the sales,...
Whittier, CA
Established business and location with 20 years in business at same location. High traffic shopping center. 6 trained and seasoned employees. Selling to retire....
Riverside County, CA
A community-based medical practice located in the heart of a major city, 35 miles east of Los Angeles, in a shopping center anchored by Von's - a major supermarket. The physician provides the...
Cash Flow: $236,939
San Fernando, CA
OWNER FINANCING AVAILABLE-TURN KEY, ESTABLISHED GUN STORE & LAW ENFORCEMENT DEALER Step into a rare opportunity to own a highly respected, fully operational firearms business in the heart of Southern...
Livermore, CA
Rare opportunity to acquire a fully built-out restaurant and bar in the heart of Downtown Livermore, one of the East Bay’s most vibrant dining and entertainment districts. This turn-key facility...
Los Angeles, CA
An exceptional opportunity has arisen to acquire a profitable, well-established, and beloved fast-casual franchise nestled in the heart of a vibrant San Fernando Valley community. Successfully...
Cash Flow: $60,000
Richmond, CA
EasyLights is an established specialty lighting installation company serving residential and commercial customers throughout the San Francisco Bay Area. The company specializes in holiday lighting,...
Cash Flow: $65,000
Available in California
Where Staging Meets Furnishing Needs. Set the Stage is the leader in the Home Staging and Furnishing Sales industry. Since 2016, we’ve tapped into high-demand real estate services with a business that’s simple to launch, fast to scale, and built for recurring revenue. Our proven model combines visually striking staging with a modern retail twist—renters can instantly purchase furniture and décor with a quick QR scan.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $679,723
Morro Bay, CA
Breedlove Podiatry is a thriving, 30-year podiatry practice located one block from the water in Morro Bay on California's beautiful Central Coast. Averaging $310,475 in annual revenue with roughly...
Cash Flow: $157,500
Tiburon, CA
Own Sail San Fran Sailing Charters, an established California LLC and turnkey sailing charter business built around Hawks Nest, a beautifully maintained 1999 Hunter 410 (41-foot) cruising yacht. This...
$120,000
El Monte, CA
Corona, CA
LIT & CO Events — Turnkey Event Rental Business for Sale I am offering LIT & CO Events as a complete turnkey event rental business package. This is not just an equipment sale — it includes the event...
Hermosa Beach, CA
Restaurant & Bar Steps to the Beach Established Italian restaurant in one of Southern California’s most desirable coastal communities in the heart of downtown Hermosa Beach, located just one block...
Edward Business Broker
BusinessQuest Brokers, Inc.
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
Since 2006 BusinessQuest has specialized in representing sellers of privately-held, small and medium sized businesses with annual sales ranging from $500,000 up to $20 million. BusinessQuest is a full service business appraisal and business brokerage firm. Over the years we have sold over 200 businesses and valued another 400 plus businesses in the manufacturing, wholesale/distribution, business services, personal services, retail, food service, healthcare, transportation & logistics industries and many others. We have two offices located in Los Angeles County and the Inland Empire to serve all of Southern California. Our staff consist of three (3) Certified Business Brokers, two (2) other experienced business brokers, one Certified Business Appraiser and one Certified Valuation Analyst. In addition to our business brokerage and M&A advisory expertise, we specialize in preparing business valuations and certified business appraisals ranging from less costly opinion of value reports to comprehensive certified appraisals meeting the professional standards of the National Association of Certified Valuators & Analysts (NACVA).
Los Angeles, CA
This established American restaurant presents a strategic investment opportunity in a prime corner location within the Central Los Angeles La Brea corridor. The property benefits from exceptional...
San Diego County, CA
Opportunity to acquire an established, home-based residential and short-term-rental cleaning business serving San Diego County. The company has a base of recurring residential customers and also...
Cash Flow: $142,765
Carmel, CA
Every great restaurant begins with a remarkable space—and this is your chance to create the next iconic dining destination in Carmel. After nearly four decades of serving the community, this highly...
Cash Flow: $76,798
Kings County, CA
Branded high traffic Gas Station and Car wash for sale located in Kings County, CA. Ideal opportunity for investors and owner operators with great growth potential....
Compton, CA
Fully operating large laundromat with 33 washers and 26 dryers (13 sets). Waterless water heaters. New card reading system with security wall and new coin change machine for coin operating options. 2...
Cash Flow: $60,000
Available in California
HealthSource Chiropractic: $363K Avg Gross Profit with Unmatched Care Nationwide!
Avg. Unit Revenue: $609,587
California
This Mowing and Discing Company is a Northern California Sole Proprietorship and has been in operation for the past 9 years under the current founding ownership. This business is essentially a...
Cash Flow: $40,000
California
Own a small, profitable portfolio of dedicated runs! › 1 Truck › Dedicated runs offer consistent, reliable revenue. › High value team run. › Value of fleet included in asking price. All vehicles come...
Cash Flow: $209,830
$675,000
San Diego, CA
San Francisco, CA
Business Description The Company is a family-owned vehicle emissions testing service serving its local community for over a decade. This is a high throughput, high volume location as over the past...
Cash Flow: $1,025,093
El Dorado County, CA
Established, full-service landscaping company serving residential and commercial clients across the El Dorado County area and surrounding regions. The business offers recurring maintenance,...
Cash Flow: $248,970
Ventura County, CA
Own your own recession-proof business. Create your own schedule - no evenings or weekends. Work from home or an office. Unlimited earnings with limited effort. CA12197 Nice, established pool service...
Cash Flow: $30,000
Ventura County, CA
Own your own recession-proof business. Create your own schedule - no evenings or weekends. Work from home or an office. Unlimited earnings with limited effort. CA12197S Nice, established pool service...
Cash Flow: $30,000
Los Angeles County, CA
The Hollywood Comedy, an iconic open-mic comedy club is for sale!! Located in the heart of Los Angeles on Melrose Ave, the club has been named one of the best places to see stand-up comedy in LA by...
Contra Costa County, CA
An exceptional opportunity is now available to acquire a highly profitable, turn-key medical spa network consisting of four premier facilities strategically situated in highly desirable, high-traffic...
Cash Flow: $958,977
San Bernardino, CA
With the recent World Cups here in the U.S. now is the time to propel the growth of the game and business throughout the area, the sport continues to grow in leaps and bounds. That increased exposure...
Cash Flow: $55,000
Available in California
i9 Sports® is the nation’s first and largest youth sports league franchise opportunity, designed to be as fulfilling as it is impactful. We put fun, inclusion, and safety at the heart of everything we do - creating a model that truly resonates with today’s families and gives kids what they need most from sports.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $514,066
Kern County, CA
Highly Scalable & Profitable B2B Equipment Manufacturing & Service Business, serving the Western Region of the United States & Canada. This incredibly well-run business has many attributes that set it...
EBITDA: $1,602,628
Dana Point, CA
Rare opportunity to acquire a well-established specialty jewelry and apparel business with a recognizable brand and a strong online presence. Revital Exotic Jewelry & Apparel offers a curated...
EBITDA: $121,812
$500,000
Corona, CA
Bakersfield, CA
Presenting an opportunity to acquire a well-established CPA Tax and Bookkeeping Practice located in Bakersfield, California. This business has been operating successfully since 1994, demonstrating...
Cash Flow: $57,040
Los Angeles, CA
Outstanding opportunity to acquire a beautifully designed, fully operational automotive appearance business. This turnkey operation specializes in auto detailing, ceramic coatings, window tint, paint...
Available in California
With an average ticket of $12,538 and $8.4 MILLION in total income, this bathroom transformation franchise is the NEXT BIG THING in franchising.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $486,761
Riverside County, CA
Established commercial and homeowner lawn equipment sales and repair business with a reputation for quality and service since 1989, is on the market, and is approved for SBA financing. The Company...
Cash Flow: $217,237
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
Imagine owning a business where your phone rings daily with customers who already trust your brand. This premier, family-owned appliance repair business has been the "lifeline" for the Inland Empire...
Cash Flow: $43,042
Kern County, CA
If you are looking for a flower shop with stable income, the owners have managed this one for the last three years, but it has been in business for many years prior. It is on a busy street in a small...
Cash Flow: $100,569
Bakersfield, CA
Imagine walking into not one, but two thriving yogurt shops that could be yours tomorrow. You're looking at an incredible opportunity to own two profitable locations in this health-focused industry...
Cash Flow: $62,835
California
Well-established specialty lumber manufacturing business serving construction, land development, and agricultural-related end markets. The company operates as a behind-the-scenes supplier to large,...
Cash Flow: $294,000
James Liao
Coldwell Banker Envision
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
Buying
Downey, CA
***Inquire for financial performance information*** Discover an exceptional business opportunity with Express Employment Professionals, a nationally recognized leader in staffing solutions. This...
Glendale, CA
Dry Cleaning Business for Sale. Opportunity to own a well- established dry cleaning business that has been serving the community for many years. Located in one of Glendale’s best locations. This...
$1,405,000
Los Angeles County, CA
Santa Rosa, CA
BOUTIQUE UPSCALE DENTAL PRACTICE - SANTA ROSA Established in 2000, this well-positioned dental practice offers an exceptional opportunity in Santa Rosa's upscale residential market. Located in Sonoma...
Cash Flow: $250,000
Kern County, CA
Imagine yourself running a beloved family flower shop in California's Central Valley, where customers keep coming back because they know you care. This isn't just another flower shop - it's a warm,...
Cash Flow: $227,505
Available in California
Invest in yourself and in the children of your community. Check out our low start-up costs and flat-rate royalty structure!
Sacramento, CA
An opportunity to acquire a Papa Murphy's Take 'N' Bake Pizza franchise located in the affluent area of Sacramento, California. This approximately 1,250 sq. ft. store operates as a 100% absentee-owned...
San Diego County, CA
Amazing starter route opportunity in the San Diego area! Excellent areas with exponential room for growth. Successful, long term business owner will be a great asset to a buyer. Many seasoned, loyal,...
Cash Flow: $63,500
Pleasanton, CA
Rare opportunity to acquire a thriving specialty tea and food cafe that is centrally located on Main Street, in the heart of high-foot-traffic Downtown Pleasanton, where popular downtown events and...
Sonoma County, CA
Over the past forty plus years of service. Expanded from residential work to commercial and industrial projects. Offer design services, large residential, commercial and industrial installation and...
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
La Crescenta, CA
This La Crescenta bar with a Type 48 Liquor License is being offered for sale with its 2,300+ square foot property, as well the property’s unique ability to host a commercial on premise billboard in a...
Cash Flow: $80,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Avalon, CA
Memory Maker Fishing is a very well know charter business in Avalon. Catalina Island is one of Californias biggest vacation destinations. With amazing fishing year round it’s very popular for all...
Cash Flow: $100,000
Simi Valley, CA
We are proud to present an exceptional turnkey business opportunity in one of Simi Valley's most desirable communities. This established Subway® franchise combines the strength of a globally...
Cash Flow: $40,000
San Ramon, CA
***Inquire for financial performance information*** Own a High Performing Staffing Franchise in the Heart of San Ramon, CA Step into ownership of a successful staffing franchise for sale in San Ramon,...
Mountain View, CA
ESTABLISHED FRANCHISE CAFE - PRIME MOUNTAIN VIEW LOCATION Well-established superfood cafe franchise operating since 2018 in a high-traffic Mountain View location. This turnkey operation specializes in...
Available Nationwide
My Salon Suite offers a revolutionary business model that combines the stability of real estate with the profitability of the beauty industry. Our semi-absentee ownership model includes no on-site employees or inventory to manage so you can grow your portfolio without being tied down by day-to-day operations.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $454,838
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.