California
Own an existing, successful fondue restaurant supported by 50-years of YoY success and a legacy brand name. Path to Ownership: This is an established corporate operation looking to transfer to...
Businesses in California For Sale
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Scalable & Lucrative Experiential Dining Business For Sale in CA
$1,005,616
B2B Wholesale Distribution Business- Murrieta, CA
Murrieta, CA
Proven business model already established, needs the right business owner with sales and marketing background to take this company to the next level. This business has very low market share, so upside...
$655,000
Wholesale Auto Parts Business for Sale – Discounted Price!
Concord, CA
Are you looking to break into the profitable auto parts industry with a proven, low-risk business? This established wholesale auto parts business—part of a well-known franchise model—is now available...
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$400,000
High-Visibility Cosmetic Surgery Practice & Medspa
Folsom, CA
Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity for a new grad or experienced surgeon to live in an upscale, family-friendly community and take over an established practice without having to start at zero...
$750,000
Cash Flow: $773,747
Long Beach Area Bar w/Dance and Entertainment– Exudes Personality!
Long Beach, CA
The Long Beach Area bar caters to a diverse community with a host of near nightly events that include karaoke, shows and dancing. The venue boasts a stellar location with excellent visibility,...
$275,000
Cash Flow: $122,262
Santa Barbara, CA - ATM route for sale
Santa Barbara County, CA
5 ATM Locations (plus one extra machine) in the Santa Barbara, CA area all high-end Hotels, making $12,500/yr NET (outside of Gas and time) for sale for $22,647 Buyer must join the ACFN ATM franchise...
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$22,647
Cash Flow: $12,500
Exclusive Midas Auto Repair Franchise for Sale.
Redding, CA
Rev up your entrepreneurial journey with an incredible opportunity to own a Midas Auto Repair franchise, available now! Key Features: · Midas Excellence: Step into the realm of automotive excellence...
$650,000
Cash Flow: $210,000
Get Wet Scuba
Twentynine Palms Mcb, CA
Get Wet Scuba, a well-established and successful business in the scuba diving industry, is now available for sale. With a solid reputation, Get Wet Scuba presents a unique opportunity for an aspiring...
$275,000
Cash Flow: $92,071
Established, Accredited, Title IV & VA Appr Con Education School
San Luis Obispo County, CA
Career College Offering Job Training Programs: This private, for-profit school operation was established in 1989, is approved for accredited, Title-IV, and VA programs, and offers popular training...
$1,500,000
Custom Products/Manufacture - Opportunity for the Skilled Buyer...
California
NEW OPPORTUNITY TO PURCHASE 10% OF COMPANY AND PATENTS ******** COMPLETE NDA TO REVIEW DETAILS PHENOMENAL BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY… ENDLESS POTENTIAL FOR GROWTH!!!! THIS IS IT!!!! (Seller needs to retire,...
$60,000
FranchiseFitness Machine Technicians
Available Nationwide
Fitness Machine Technicians – a business-to-business and residential international franchise opportunity with the potential for residual income through recurring service-based contracts.
$50,000
See More FranchisesPatented US Based World Leader Iris Recognition Tech
San Jose, CA
Our client is a world leader in iris recognition technology with a large production capacity based in USA. They are a multinational corporation with a robust track record of selling its best-selling,...
Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $9,280
Sales and Repair of Bose Equipment
California
We specialize in used Bose Speakers and Video Game Accessories. We buy, sell, trade, repair and recycle used electronics. These include Bose Speakers, video game systems and games. You can shop Used...
$1,100,000
Fully equipped salon for sale
$25,000
Walnut Creek, CA
American Made Athleisure Apparel Brand Built for Growth!
Los Angeles, CA
Step into ownership of a thoughtfully built, premium women’s athleisure brand designed for today’s market and tomorrow’s growth. Stylish, sustainable, and proudly American-made, this fashion-forward...
$99,000
Cash Flow: $4,332
Trucking Company - 48 State Long Haul
California
6 Semi Trucks with Sleepers with Offices in California and Nevada. DOT Registered since 2016. Profitable, growing, and potential to expand. Business can be purchased with or without trucks....
$1,499,889
Cash Flow: $370,972
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First Choice Business Brokers Van Nuys
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
First Choice business Brokers Van Nuys is an independently owned and operated office of First Choice business Brokers. The Broker/Owner of this office has been with the company for nearly two decades. Established in 1994, First Choice Business Brokers has grown to become one of the largest organizations in the U.S. specializing in business sales. We have listed and managed the sale of over $8.5 billion in businesses for sale. Buyers and sellers alike can enjoy the ease and expertise of a national network of professional business brokers. If you are a business owner, whether you feel that a disposition of your business is right around the corner or years in the future, you can be provided with a Current Market Analysis that will give you a very good idea of the value of your business today. Also, you may receive recommendations for changes that could result in a dramatic increase in the value of your business by the time you are ready to sell. If you are interested in buying a business, your representative from First Choice Business Brokers Van Nuys has the background and training to guide you through the process, negotiate on your behalf effectively and manage the close of the sale. This will enable you to find and acquire the business opportunity of your choice and complete a purchase with confidence that it's being handled in a competent, professional and efficient manner. Call the office at First Choice Business Brokers Van Nuys and take advantage of the power of a unified, national organization designed to provide business buyers and sellers with the highest levels of service, integrity and confidentiality available in the industry! (818) 810-4242
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San Jose: Liquor Store for sale
San Jose, CA
$665,000
Yogurt shop with Grease trap and possibilities Placer County
Roseville, CA
$42,000
Cajun Seafood Franchise, Full Staff, Type 41.
Riverside County, CA
$199,000
Market / B&W –Low Rent, Short Hours, Asking $60K
Los Angeles County, CA
$59,000
Window & Door Business For Sale- Very Profitable for over 25 years!
Walnut Creek, CA
$2,000,000
FranchiseSir Grout
Available in California
$70,000
Japanese Sushi Restaurant with Beer & Wine
Riverside County, CA
$150,000
Highly Scalable Home Care Staffing Agency - Motivated Seller
Riverside County, CA
$200,000
Physical Therapy Practice with Loyal Patient Base- Turkey Opportunity
$105,000
Rancho Mirage, CA
Elite Dog Boarding and Grooming and Day Care operation
California
$1,620,000
Profitable Pet Grooming Opportunity near Burbank
Los Angeles County, CA
$79,000
High-End Auto Repair Shop in Wealthy OC – Room to Double Revenue
Orange County, CA
$598,000
Well Established Aerial Fire Fighting Aviation Company
California
$14,000,000
Crown'd Smoke Shop
Sacramento, CA
$75,000
Med Spa for Sale – Prime Beverly Hills Location
Beverly Hills, CA
$250,000
A Gorgeous Restaurant in the heart of Silicon Valley Downtown
Mountain View, CA
$888,000
FranchisePapa Murphy's
Available in California
$125,000
Profitable Electrical Contractor – 15+ Years, Prime SoCal Market
Los Angeles County, CA
$1,250,000
Commercial Electric Contactor in Orange County
Anaheim, CA
$1,400,000
A Passive Toy Vending Machine That Makes $54,000/Year in the U.S.?!
$30,000
Ontario, CA
Liquor Store: Commerce, California
Commerce, CA
$250,000
Liquor Store: Redlands, California
Redlands, CA
$325,000
FranchiseHomewatch Caregivers
Available in California
$80,000
Adult Day Health Care Center with Property Near FWY 170
Los Angeles County, CA
$8,200,000
Thriving Preschool & Real Estate Package – 50+ Years, $488K SDE
Ventura County, CA
$1,350,000
Charming Confectionary Store for Sale
Nevada County, CA
$425,000
Japanese Sushi Restaurant With B & W
Laguna Niguel, CA
$195,000
Well Established Junk Hauling business
Petaluma, CA
$331,000
G. Robert (Bob) Allen, CBI, M&AMI
Business Team
Serving Fresno County, CA
The Largest Business Brokerage Firm in the Western United States, with 16 offices in 5 states and over 7,500+ closed transactions since 1981
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10 FedEx Ground Routes - Fairfield, CA - Highly Profitable
Fairfield, CA
$1,375,000
Story-Driven Escape Experience
Orange County, CA
$720,000
Collectible Toy Vending - A Passive Income Machine! $4.5K+ Per Month
$30,000
Victorville, CA
10 FedEx Ground Routes - San Leandro, CA - Seller Financing
San Leandro, CA
$1,000,000
1 FedEx Linehaul Route - Tracy, CA - Highly Profitable
Tracy, CA
$250,000
FranchiseVitality Bowls
Available in California
$75,000
Prime Glendale Turnkey Market & Cafe Opportunity
Glendale, CA
$219,000
Franchise Ice cream store for sale-High volume
Solano County, CA
$349,000
Profitable Quick Serve Restaurant Priced to Sell
Paramount, CA
$175,000
Cigar & Cigarette City-Well Established Smoke Shop For Sale
Folsom, CA
$250,000
Healthy Alternative
Suisun City, CA
$100,000
New Installations And Repairs - HVAC Business
Los Angeles, CA
$250,000
Make money two ways with this company
Fountain Valley, CA
$90,000
Restaurant in a busy Area of Ventura , Next to the Mall
Ventura, CA
$35,000
Profitable & Established Japanese Restaurant – 15+ Years
Carson, CA
$345,000
FranchisePostNet
Available Nationwide
$60,000
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
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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.
