Gilroy, CA
Step into ownership of Pour Me Taproom, a profitable, turnkey, community-loved beer bar located in the heart of Gilroy’s growing downtown district. Voted Best of Gilroy three years running (2023,...
$450,000
Cash Flow: $175,000
Businesses in California For Sale
Local Info
Pour Me Taproom
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Large indoor playground venue with arcade, 2 cafés, and 3 party rooms
Riverside, CA
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a large indoor family entertainment venue featuring a commercial playground, arcade, café, and multiple private party rooms. The facility was built with...
$595,000
14
$0 Down Established Pet Service Franchise - take home $2400+
Oakland, CA
The customer base spans Oakland, San Ramon & San Leandro and revenue is actively generating! Instead of starting from scratch, you step into an existing pet waste scooping business that already has...
Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $70,000
Three Fatburger restaurant package for Sale
Los Angeles County, CA
Well establish Hamburger chain in Southern California and four other surrounding states, most locations also have the Buffalo Express Wings as well. Great opportunity to join the FatBrand Family...
$1,495,000
Multi-Revenue Stream Business Brokerage - Lucrative Opportunity
Marin County, CA
Take advantage of a unique chance to own an exclusive business brokerage territory in Marin County—an affluent, business-friendly region just north of San Francisco. Known for its concentration of...
$95,000
Established Business Brokerage Territory – Prime Market
Alameda County, CA
An exceptional opportunity to acquire an established and exclusive business brokerage territory in Alameda County—one of the most dynamic and diverse economic regions in California. This territory...
$95,000
Enterprise Hospitality SaaS: Remote, Scalable, F500 Partnerships
San Francisco, CA
A modern, enterprise-grade SaaS and hardware platform serving high-volume hospitality operators across stadiums, healthcare campuses, resorts, and large institutional facilities. This technology...
$1,900,000
Cash Flow: $139,379
B2B, Print, Promotional & Marketing Business - High Cashflow
Butte County, CA
This is a rare chance to purchase a well-established B2B service provider with over 50 years of successful operations. Renowned for its quality and service, the business specializes in providing...
$3,700,000
Cash Flow: $1,100,208
Management Team in PLace, SBA-Ready, Real Estate available for sale
Contra Costa County, CA
Imagine owning a thriving cabinet finishing business that practically runs itself! This established company has been serving the Greater Bay Area for over 30 years, building rock-solid relationships...
$1,050,000
Cash Flow: $289,246
Turnkey Hot Pot Restaurant- Unbeatable Location in Rowland Heights
Rowland Heights, CA
A rare turnkey opportunity to acquire a beautifully built-out hot pot restaurant in one of the most desirable dining destinations - Rowland Heights’ iconic Seasons Place Shopping Center. This vibrant...
$290,000
22
FranchiseChristian Brothers Automotive
Available Nationwide
A trusted name in the auto repair industry for over 40 years, Christian Brothers Automotive is a Christian business that provides each guest the “love your neighbor” experience. Currently, there are more than 265 locations successfully operating across 30 states, with a growth plan to reach 350 strategically placed locations by end of 2025.
$85,000
Iconic Shabu Shabu Restaurant for Sale – Arcadia, CA
Arcadia, CA
Iconic Shabu Shabu Restaurant for Sale – Arcadia, CA For the first time in 20 years, this legendary shabu shabu restaurant is now on the market. This is a rare turnkey opportunity to take over one of...
$188,000
20
Farmers Agency For Sale
Solano County, CA
Are you ready to own a thriving business with consistent revenue and a prime location? This established Farmers Insurance agency is the perfect opportunity for an entrepreneurial-minded individual...
$95,000
9
Turnkey, Highly Profitable Premier Hair Salon – Price Repositioned
$75,000
Los Angeles County, CA
Very Profitable Lite Fitness Products Online Business
Los Angeles County, CA
From our portfolio of 21 online businesses, we’re releasing a lean, high-performing asset built on years of digital excellence. This fully optimized, revenue generating operation with elite systems is...
$80,000
Cash Flow: $145,000
Franchised Juice Bar - 100% Employee Run - Hacienda Heights Area
Los Angeles County, CA
Great opportunity to acquire a well-established, 100% absentee owned and 100% employee operated, franchised juice bar located in a very desirable and upscale Hacienda Heights area, County of Los...
$300,000
Lloyd Silver, CFA, CBB
BTI Group
Serving Contra Costa County, CA
Business Team, a unit of BTI Group, is the largest independent business brokerage firm in the Western United States specializing in arranging the purchase and sale of privately owned companies. During our third of a century of existence, we have developed both an unmatched depth of experience (an aggregate of several hundred years!) and a vast network of individual, corporate, and investment group buyers. Why Choose Business Team: * Complete confidentiality * Over 70 full-time associates * Willingness to cooperate with other brokers to expand the buyer pool * Full marketing services * No upfront fees * Over 40 years of experience with more than 7,000 businesses sold
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Sizzler Franchise - Beer & Wine -Well Established -San Fernando Valley
Los Angeles County, CA
Sizzler Franchise, well-established, short hours, 100% absentee owned and 100% employee operated, desirable and upscale community of San Fernando Valley. Please note, that this franchisee is located...
$250,000
Automotive Business – Semi-Automated Operation
Laguna Niguel, CA
Located in Laguna Niguel, California, this semi-automated business specializes in high-performance automotive parts and accessories through a professionally built website. The business lists over...
$150,000
Cash Flow: $45,000
2
Established Luxury Home Design & Sales Firm with Exceptional Cash Flow
Monterey County, CA
Exceptional opportunity to acquire a well-established luxury residential design and product sales firm with $4.7M revenue and $595K owner SDE, operating in one of California’s most affluent coastal...
$1,997,000
Cash Flow: $595,783
Real Estate(Land & Building) - Discount and Liquidation Business
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Riverside County, CA
Great opportunity to own an short hours, major busy street location, high visibility, Discount and Liquidation business with Real Estate(Land & Building). Location on a major busy street, ensures a...
$900,000
Cash Flow: $174,000
Prime Campus Location Restaurant/Bar Near UC Davis – 4,500 SF
Davis, CA
Prime Restaurant & Sports Bar Right Off UC Davis Campus – Fully Renovated This 4,500 sq ft location (3,500 sq ft interior + 1,000 sq ft L-shaped patio) is fully renovated with all new equipment and...
$150,000
Cash Flow: $100,000
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FranchiseHome Matters
Available in California
Home Matters is a leader in the senior care industry offering an innovative nurse-guided care model with advanced care technology for superior care.
$50,000
Industrial & Automation Equipment Manufacturer
Riverside County, CA
Contact business broker for more information regarding this industrial automation system integrator. Since its inception in 1985, the business has been involved the ever-growing need for industrial...
$2,600,000
Cash Flow: $656,000
Mobile Car Cleaning Service
San Francisco, CA
We deliver professional car cleaning and detailing services right to your doorstep. We specialize in interior and exterior cleaning, waxing, vacuuming, and odor removal — all performed using...
$100,000
Cash Flow: $150,000
Boutique Marketing Agency - Full Service, Notable Client Roster
$1,470,000
Los Angeles County, CA
Appliance Repair Company
Los Gatos, CA
This offering is for a premium appliance repair business operating across five major California metro areas. Specializing in high-end brands, the company boasts a reputation for precision, speed, and...
$1,180,000
Cash Flow: $393,237
Dominant tuxedo sales and rental store in the market
Santa Clara County, CA
Strong Bay Area brand with absentee operations and expansion-ready infrastructure. This profitable, well-established business has meaningful brand recognition and repeat clientele across the Bay Area,...
$711,000
Cash Flow: $168,638
San Francisco Facial Plastic Surgery Clinic for Sale
San Francisco, CA
San Francisco offers a premier market for facial plastic surgery, supported by a dense, affluent population and consistent demand for elective procedures. This established cosmetic surgery clinic has...
Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $400,000
Turnkey Low Touch Highly Profitable Digital Online Business
Los Angeles County, CA
Picture this; a digital evergreen business that doesn't sell physical products. No items to ship, no products to buy. Picture a business that literally takes less than 2 hours a week to operate....at...
$190,000
Cash Flow: $98,000
High-Volume Coastal Restaurant with ABC Type 47 License
Monterey County, CA
This full-service restaurant has a long-standing reputation for quality dining, a loyal customer base, and a unique location. Featuring a spacious dining area, an ABC Type 47 license, a full kitchen,...
$2,395,000
Cash Flow: $670,000
Dave's Hot Chicken-8 Units + 2 More Signed Leases +Protected Territory
California
The Dave's Hot Chicken culture is fun and exciting and combined with growth trajectory, this opportunity for 8 locations, 2 more signed leases and a protected 15 unit territory can position you to...
Not Disclosed
EBITDA: $3,400,000
2
Child Safety Pool Fence No Crew Needed Exclusive Territory
California
NorCal Child Safety Pool Fence Company - SC2241 Financial Information Asking Price: $274,500 Cash Flow: $140,000 Gross Revenue: $200,000 Down Payment: $274,500 Adjusted EBITDA: $65,000 This Northern...
$274,500
Cash Flow: $140,000
FranchiseSharkeys Cuts for Kids
Available Nationwide
Keep Your Job & Own This Franchise - Laptop Operated & Fully Passive
$119,995
High-Demand Environmental Abatement & Structural Demolition
California
NorCal Abatement and Demolition Company - SC2235 Financial Information Asking Price: $4,490,000 Cash Flow: $1,000,000 Gross Revenue: $10,000,000 Down Payment: $4,490,000 Adjusted EBITDA: $650,000 This...
$4,490,000
Cash Flow: $1,000,000
Profitable Wholesale Fashion Accessories & Cosmetics Store
Los Angeles, CA
This is an opportunity to acquire a well-established wholesale/distribution business specializing in cosmetics and fashion accessories, with a long operating history (est. 2010), broad SKU selection,...
$2,600,000
Cash Flow: $600,000
2
e-commerce bus for sale Truck modifications - Lift kit, Wheel spacers
$239,000
Azusa, CA
FULLY TURNKEY | Established Grocery Store in San Gabriel Vally, CA
Los Angeles County, CA
Turnkey Asian Supermarket for Sale – San Gabriel Valley Exceptional opportunity in the highly desirable San Gabriel Valley area of San Gabriel Valley. This well-established, fully turnkey Asian...
$1,300,000
9
Santa Monica Restaurant Beer & Wine – Prime Location
Santa Monica, CA
Currently open for breakfast and lunch only, with strong potential for a new owner to expand into dinner service, delivery, and catering. The restaurant is generating $2,000,000 in 2025 gross sales...
$1,050,000
6
FranchiseHummus Republic
Available in California
Hummus Republic is a modern fast-casual concept with a simple business model, low investment, and easygoing operations. Hummus Republic is healthy and flavorful with plant-based options. No chefs/extensive equipment is required.
$150,000
Established Farmers Insurance Agency for Sale
Marysville, CA
Farmers Insurance Agency for sale in the Sacramento/Placer county area. Well established agency with great retention. Agency owner is retiring and willing to carry a partial note on the book of...
$144,000
Premier Florist Located In South Orange County
Orange County, CA
This flower shop has been serving South Orange County for 39 Years. They are family owned and operated and committed to offering only the finest floral arrangements and gifts, backed by service that...
$195,000
Cash Flow: $100,000
Salon & Spa
Santa Clara County, CA
This salon & spa is a premier destination for beauty, relaxation, and rejuvenation. They offer a full range of services, including hair styling, coloring, skincare treatments, massages, facial &...
$100,000
Cash Flow: $90,000
Highly Reputable Residential & Commercial Construction
El Cerrito, CA
Founded 8 years ago, the company has quickly established itself as a premier construction and remodeling firm in the North Bay and South Bay. With a dedicated and experienced crew, they deliver high...
$1,675,000
Cash Flow: $607,421
2
Veterinary Clinic for sale
Ventura County, CA
This 5 day a week clinic has been Established over 30 years ago with very loyal clients. professional long employed staff members, upgraded and up to date equipment. Semi Absentee ownership. A lot of...
$845,000
Cash Flow: $393,848
Linnard Lane
High Touch Properties Inc.
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
High Touch Properties Inc. dba High Touch Group, is a privately held statewide real estate brokerage company focused on the Restaurant and Retail Industry founded by and under the leadership of Linnard Lane. High Touch specializes in providing, Tenant Representation Real Estate Brokerage, Business Brokerage, and Restaurant Advisory services to established and emerging "high touch/customer experience" retail and restaurant merchants. High Touch Group, assists upstart and established brands to scale and manage rapid and profitable market expansion serving as their exclusive outsourced real estate and project manager with responsibility for developing portfolio strategies and retail market advisory services. The principals of High Touch deliver unmatched value to its clients by leveraging its corporate real estate and restaurant experience and delivering those resources to emerging brands saving them time, money, and mistakes. We bring a lot more to the table for our clients than your average real estate or business brokerage firm too, we've also been on the restaurant operations side as well so we see the complete picture for our clients. High Touch's brokerage arm takes great pride in its track record of finding hidden site opportunities and driving value to the bottom line for its clients and merchant partners. Building relationships with our clients, partners, team members, agents, and city agencies have been the foundation of our success. Linnard's clients include private, corporate, family office, and franchise concepts some of which include Starbucks, Applebee’s, TGI Fridays, Chipotle, FedEx, AT&T, Noah's Bagels, Payless Shoes, Petco, Michael's Stores, Stout Burger & Boomtown Brewery, Inflection Capital, Relentless Brewing, Plan Check Kitchen + Bar, Sancho’s Tacos, Nardo Italia as well as a number of restaurant venture capital, quasi-institutional, and entertainment clients.
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PRIME Farmers insurance Agency
Monterey County, CA
PRIME Farmers Insurance Agency - Profitable Opportunity in Monterey County This established Farmers Insurance franchise presents an exceptional opportunity for an ambitious entrepreneur seeking a...
$427,956
Cash Flow: $252,000
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Fully equipped spacious daycare Perfect for an owner-operator investor
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Citrus Heights, CA
Versatile 4,596 sq. ft. building on 0.78 acres with 19 parking spaces in a high-traffic neighborhood. Currently set up as a daycare, this turnkey facility is ideal for an owner-operator and can easily...
$1,566,000
3
Leading Business Brokerage Franchise
$99,000
Santa Clara County, CA
San Diego Speakeasy Gaslamp District
San Diego, CA
Located in the heart of the Gaslamp District in San Diego! Heavy Foot traffic from Padres games, Convention Center, Hotels, Condos and tourists! We have an incredible staff, management and concept...
$375,000
Cash Flow: $200,000
Turnkey Home-Based Business with AI Systems–Built for Rapid Expansion
Riverside County, CA
This is a turnkey, AI-powered real estate business that helps with residential disputes. Customers pay a fee to use a custom system that guides them step-by-step based on their situation. The software...
$24,995
2
FranchiseStretchMed
Available in California
Now Expanding in the US, Average Profit ~$81K/year. StretchMed is the largest and fastest growing stretching franchise concept in the Northeast!
$50,000
Turnkey Retail Opportunity in Pacific Heights
San Francisco, CA
Established Neighborhood Liquor & Market in Prime Pacific Heights Location This turnkey retail opportunity represents over 40 years of continuous operation in one of San Francisco's most desirable...
$420,000
Cash Flow: $185,250
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Patented Indoor Tanning Product • No Competition • Home-Based
San Rafael, CA
Tanshon (a name combining “tan” and “cushion”) offers a turnkey opportunity centered around a novel, first-to-market indoor tanning bed cushion. Protected by a granted U.S. design patent, the product...
$249,000
6
Operate Beard Papa’s or launch new concept; seller motivated
Concord, CA
Step into ownership of a proven Beard Papa's franchise - the world-famous cream puff brand with over 550 locations worldwide. This Concord location sits right in the heart of Todos Santos Plaza,...
$148,000
CEO Life - An Exclusive Club for Leaders - San Diego, CA
San Diego, CA
High Margin, Recurring Revenue, Global Scalability. High-End Business & Social Networking Club - Established Chapter for Sale with a proven road map to $10,000,000 in recurring revenue, serviceable...
$500,000
EBITDA: $376,992
2
Established Thai Restaurant
Cypress, CA
Established Thai Restaurant - Prime Cypress Location This well-established Thai restaurant offers an exceptional opportunity for owner-operators in Orange County's dynamic Cypress market. Operating...
$320,000
38
Advanced Psychological and Behavioral Medicine Center FOR SALE!
Downey, CA
This is a unique opportunity to acquire a fully established and thriving Advanced Psychological and Behavioral Medicine Center. Specializing in comprehensive mental health services, the center has a...
$500,000
18
Beautiful OC Cash Flow Adult Nightclub with Gorgeous Entertainers!
Orange County, CA
LOCATION- LOCATION- LOCATION In close proximity to Angels Stadium, Disney, Convention Center, & Hotels, Colleges & Universities. This business is an absolute gem. Low overhead due to its 2500 Sq ft...
$985,000
Cash Flow: $650,000
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Rockin Jump (Sky Zone family) Trampoline Park for sale
Concord, CA
Turnkey Trampoline Park Opportunity – Established Rockin' Jump Location Fully operational and well-maintained trampoline park offers ready-to-run indoor entertainment business in a prime location. As...
$2,000,000
EBITDA: $664,984
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Turn key Established Thai Restaurant
Artesia, CA
Turnkey Established Thai Restaurant - Prime Artesia Location This profitable Thai restaurant offers an exceptional turnkey opportunity for owner-operators in Los Angeles County's established Artesia...
$450,000
35
FranchiseMorrison Plus Property Inspections
Available in California
Low-cost entry + elite training = fast-track success. Start strong with less risk and full support. 2024 Average Franchisee Earnings $110,085
$25,000
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.
