Pasadena, CA
Step into ownership of one of Anaheim’s most trusted pet grooming and boarding studio—fully staffed, beautifully maintained, and thriving with loyal, repeat clientele. With $520,000 in annual revenue...
Businesses in California For Sale
Local Info
Beloved Los Angeles Daycare/Grooming
6
$500,000
Cash Flow: $320,000
The Pipe King Smoke Shop
Chino, CA
The Pipe King Smoke Shop, is a well-regarded smoke shop located at 12200 Central Ave, Ste A, in Chino, California. Established in 2010, it has built a reputation for offering a wide selection of...
6
$150,000
California Compounding Pharmacy
California
Community compounding pharmacy, well established, owners looking to exit. Staff in place for success....
$1,500,000
Cash Flow: $250,000
Bar - SF Type 48 ABC license
San Francisco County, CA
Corner bar located in San Francisco. Needs an owner operator....
$200,000
Northern California Background Investigation Company - SC2132
California
Northern California Background Investigation Company - SC2132 Financial Information Asking Price: $599,000 Cash Flow: $175,000 Gross Revenue: $500,000 Down Payment: $399,000 Financing: Yes Adjusted...
$599,000
Cash Flow: $175,000
Upscale Men’s Clothing Store – Nearly 40 Years in Business – Westlake
Westlake Village, CA
This menswear retailer is a long-established upscale men’s clothing retailer serving affluent clientele in Westlake Village, Lake Sherwood, and North Ranch. Founded in 1988, the store has built a...
$400,000
Cash Flow: $240,000
Palm Springs Mirror & Glass
Cathedral City, CA
Palm Springs Mirror & Glass is a well-established business specializing in custom glass, windows, and mirrors, proudly serving the community for more than 70 years. With a strong reputation for...
$950,000
Cash Flow: $224,440
Sinclair Gas Station with C-Store & ABC License
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Riverside County, CA
Exclusively Listed by: The Gas Broker, Inc. Address: 56245 California 371, Anza, CA 92539 Please Do Not Visit Site Until You Speak With Broker. No Speaking with Employees/Ownership & Do Not Loiter on...
$2,995,000
Prime USC adjacent Smoke Shop, all inventory included!
Los Angeles, CA
Located in a prime location within 1 block of the Greek Houses of USC, just one block away from the USC school campus in a Starbucks Anchored Retail Center including popular restaurants with a parking...
$150,000
Northern Californian Child Safety Pool Fence Company - SC2241
California
Northern Californian Child Safety Pool Fence Company - SC2241 Financial Information Asking Price: $349,000 Cash Flow: $140,000 Gross Revenue: $200,000 Down Payment: $349,000 Adjusted EBITDA: $65,000...
$349,000
Cash Flow: $140,000
FranchiseSharkeys Cuts for Kids
Available Nationwide
Passive & Fully Absentee Ownership is what Sharkey's is all about! Keep your job and own multiple Sharkey's locations to build your empire.
$119,995
See More FranchisesNorthern California Indoor Therapeutic Entertainment Business - SC2240
California
Northern California Indoor Therapeutic Entertainment Business - Amazing Growth Potential! - SC2240 Financial Information Asking Price: $350,000 Cash Flow: $120,000 Gross Revenue: $800,000 Down...
$350,000
Cash Flow: $120,000
Pool Service Route - Roseville, CA
Roseville, CA
JOIN A BILLION DOLLAR INDUSTRY WITH UNLIMITED POTENTIAL! OWN YOUR OWN THRIVING POOL SERVICE ROUTE WITH RECURRING POSITIVE CASH FLOW. Easy part time route in desirable areas. This route consists of 37...
$63,504
Cash Flow: $64,000
Online Home Furniture & Decor Store 3k Profit Projections
$119,000
Los Angeles County, CA
High-Revenue Montessori | 160 Enrolled (Capacity over 200) | Business
Alhambra, CA
Rare opportunity to acquire a well-established, high-performing Montessori school located in Alhambra, CA, just minutes from South Pasadena and San Marino. This business-only offering includes a...
$2,400,000
Well Established Law Practice-Turn-Key-Large Client Base!!
San Francisco, CA
Fantastic opportunity to step in on the ground floor (or actually the 8th floor). Great reputation, well known, and a profitable 25-plus year law practice specializing in immigration law. Super...
$229,000
Cash Flow: $85,000
Umit & Business Broker - Ister & Associates Real Estate Group
Ister & Associates Real Estate Group
Serving Kern County, CA
At Ister & Associates Commercial & Business Brokerage, we offer a full range of business services, such as business valuations, business consultation, full services for business buyers and sellers, and commercial real estate sales and purchases with the highest standard of personal and professional integrity. Both buyers and sellers will have access to a business and commercial expert and specialist to get the deal done with the least amount of hassle. We serve all of Central California, where we currently have lots of commercial and business listings throughout the area. In addition, we also have a large network of qualified business buyers, which helps us to market and sell your business faster. Our clients include small and large business owners in different business sectors, such as gas stations, convenience stores, grocery stores, liquor stores, Mexican meat markets, hotels, motels, restaurants, bars, and other types of retail stores. We also help investors purchase and sell commercial properties, industrial properties, shopping centers, strip centers, multi-unit apartment complexes, etc. Each transaction is handled with complete confidentiality and integrity. Additionally, we also offer co-ops to other commercial and business brokers with most of our commercial and business listings.
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Established, Award-Winning Surrogacy & Egg Donation Agency
Los Angeles County, CA
A premier surrogacy and egg donation agency based in Los Angeles, is now available for acquisition. Founded in 2013, this well-established and reputable business has built a strong presence in the...
$1,800,000
Cash Flow: $2,160,000
Pool Service Route - Roseville, CA
Sacramento, CA
JOIN A BILLION DOLLAR INDUSTRY WITH UNLIMITED POTENTIAL! OWN YOUR OWN THRIVING POOL SERVICE ROUTE WITH RECURRING POSITIVE CASH FLOW. Great opportunity to own your own pool service route in upscale...
$84,480
Cash Flow: $86,000
Farmers Agency for sell in Moorpark
Moorpark, CA
Established Farmers Insurance Agency for Sale in Moorpark, CA This well-positioned Farmers Insurance Agency presents an exceptional opportunity for an entrepreneurial professional to acquire an...
6
$100,000
Established Rare 48 License, $1600 rent, Turn Key.
Long Beach, CA
Established Bar & Tavern with Rare Type 48 License - Long Beach, CA This fully licensed, turnkey bar and tavern offers an exceptional investment opportunity in Long Beach, featuring comprehensive...
$350,000
For Sale 98 Cents Supper Store plus.
Bloomington, CA
LOC: 9974 Bloomington Ave, Bloomington CA 92316. Are you looking for a well-established retail business with diverse inventory in clothing, accessories, and household products? look no further! This...
6
$249,000
FranchiseLapels Dry Cleaning
Available Nationwide
The Future of Dry Cleaning!
$125,000
See More FranchisesRent-Free Commissary Kitchen + Seafood Brand – Seller Financing
Roseville, CA
Now is your chance to own a fully equipped commercial kitchen with a built-in seafood brand and multiple income streams. Even better? Kitchen rental income now exceeds the lease, meaning your core...
$325,000
Cash Flow: $111,860
Turn-Key Auto Repair Business for All Car Brands
San Diego County, CA
Auto Repair Business for sale with a strong local presence in San Diego. 3,200-sf Warehouse/office +725-sf Mezzanine. 2 Lifts and 2 Roll-up doors. 3-year Average Revenue: $286,786/year. 3-year Average...
$95,000
Cash Flow: $66,655
Online Kids Toys Store 3k Profit Projections
$103,990
Fresno County, CA
Del Mar Pool Service Route for Sale
San Diego County, CA
Includes business name, website, logo and magnetic vehicle signs. Year-round service, desirable area, long term stable clients built over the last decade. Highly desirable pools, fairly tight route,...
$52,800
Cash Flow: $62,000
Neighborhood Type 48 Sports Bar $175,000 RX #9035101
Carmichael, CA
We are pleased to offer this popular Neighborhood Sports Bar with a great casual vibe. Patrons count this welcoming bar as a favorite place to meet friends for Happy Hour or to catch a big Game on one...
$175,000
Multi-Unit (10+) Round Table Pizza in California
Fresno, CA
Since its founding in 1959, Round Table Pizza has been recognized as "Pizza Royalty™” for its homemade dough, signature three-cheese blend and gold-standard ingredients topped to the edge. Customers...
$4,350,000
Cash Flow: $666,825
Prime Location Chevron On Sale ( Business only )
Bakersfield, CA
PROFITABLE CHEVRON GAS STATION - PRIME BAKERSFIELD LOCATION This established Chevron gas station presents an exceptional investment opportunity in a high-traffic Bakersfield location. Strategically...
6
$2,400,000
Profitable 2-Store Subway Bundle - $110K SDE
Anaheim, CA
Rare opportunity to acquire two cash-flowing Subway locations in prime Orange County markets. Established operations, experienced teams, and semi-absentee management deliver immediate returns with...
$525,000
Cash Flow: $105,697
Bistro / Catering / Ghost Kitchen
Riverside, CA
Turnkey Riverside Bistro – Priced to Sell! Dreaming of owning your own restaurant? Here’s your chance. This fully equipped French Bistro is ready for a new owner. Located in a busy Riverside shopping...
$49,988
Established E-Commerce Business Gaming & Entertainment
San Diego County, CA
This is a long-standing, 100% direct-to-consumer e-commerce business specializing in premium gaming products within a stable and growing niche. The company has been operating for over 20 years and...
$70,000
EBITDA: $26,000
FranchiseMaidPro
Available Nationwide
Award-winning MaidPro is America’s most loved home cleaning franchise—trusted for over 30 years by families and businesses alike.
$45,000
See More FranchisesSubway Franchise - Asset Price - $31K+ SDE Potential
Costa Mesa, CA
Exceptional value opportunity for a hands-on operator to acquire an established Subway location at equipment cost. Perfect turnaround situation for an experienced restaurateur who can optimize...
$145,000
Cash Flow: $31,000
Hibachi + Sushi Concept - Full Bar - Downtown Location
Riverside County, CA
What a concept! This modern hibachi and sushi restaurant is located in the heart of a vibrant downtown district, surrounded by both thriving businesses and affluent residential communities. With a...
$715,888
Cash Flow: $400,000
Profitable San Diego Sailing Charter
$135,000
San Diego, CA
Established Nekter Franchise
Anaheim, CA
Take advantage of this rare opportunity to own a profitable and fully operational Nekter Juice Bar in a high-traffic location. This well-established franchise location has built a strong reputation in...
3
$179,900
Outpatient Hospice Care & Home Health Care Agencies Combo-Turnkey
Temecula, CA
Very Clean-Well Established -Operatinal-Profitable-Outpatient Hospice Care And Home Health Care Agencies In Temecula, Riverside County. Both Agencies Are Over 36 Months Rule-100% CHOW Right Away!...
$990,000
FranchiseMr. Handyman
Available Nationwide
Mr. Handyman, a Neighborly company, is the nation's leading home improvement services franchise.
$50,000
See More FranchisesWell Established Armenian Bakery
Canyon Country, CA
Well established bakery being the only one to serve Armenian Baked goods in all of Santa Clarita Valley. Customers come from all over Santa Clarita Valley and beyond. Customers visit from as far as...
4
Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $144,000
Indian Fijian Bangladeshi and Afghani Store With Meat Department.
Modesto, CA
This is Must Buy business: Indian, Fijian, Bangladeshi, Afghani grocery in Modesto. Inventory, shelves, 7 freezers, 3 refrigerators, meat cutter, equipment included. Spices, rice, halal, sweets,...
$130,000
#1 Home Cleaning Franchise - $125K Net Income - SBA Approved!!
Bakersfield, CA
Golden opportunity to own the leading home cleaning franchise in Bakersfield, California! This established business generates $113K annual cash flow with a fully trained 10-person team already in...
$299,000
Cash Flow: $125,000
Thriving Home Health and Hospice Bundle
Beverly Hills, CA
For Sale: Thriving California Licensed Home Health & Hospice Bundle – Active Patients, Hospital Referrals, Prime Location Location: Greater Los Angeles, California Status: Medicare-Certified, Clean...
$2,000,002
Unattended Retail 12 Machine Vending Route
Sacramento County, CA
This is an unattended retail route, with 12 High-Tech vending machines that are strategically located in high traffic locations. Every machine is wi-fi equipped and can be monitored remotely offering...
$149,000
Cash Flow: $73,400
Salim Farha
Realty Executives of Northern California
Serving Merced County, CA
At Realty Executives Commercial we go the extra mile for our clients. We offer services in a sense as if we are purchasing or selling assets for our selves, that is the type of service you can expect from working with us. We tailor our interactions with you according to your needs and goals you are trying to achieve. We never leave any stones unturned trying to accomplish purchases, sales, leasing, buyouts, build outs, developing or just merely growing your portfolios.
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Profitable Firearms Training & Retail Business – Prime Location
San Mateo, CA
Your chance to acquire a profitable firearms instruction and retail business with 20+ years of proven success serving the Bay Area market. Business Overview Founded in 1999, this respected firearms...
$325,000
Cash Flow: $134,654
Furniture story for sale stablished Furniture & Home Goods Bu San Jose
San Jose, CA
Business Overview: Massa Home is a well-established furniture and home goods business specializing in modern and stylish pieces sourced directly from China. Operating since 2023, the business has a...
$200,000
Cash Flow: $50,000
Day Spa and Skin Care
$190,000
Santa Cruz County, CA
Turn Key Staging Established Home Staging Business for Sale – San Jose
San Jose, CA
An established and profitable home staging company with a strong client base is available for sale. The company specializes in staging residential properties, primarily working with a diverse group of...
$350,000
Cash Flow: $120,000
Low Rent Japanese Sushi Restaurant
Citrus Heights, CA
Step into booking business in the heart of Downtown Hayward! This Japanese restaurant is perfectly situated in an area with heavy foot traffic and is designed for immediate operation. Seize this...
$150,000
FranchisePaul Davis Restoration
Available in California
Paul Davis has over a 97% success rate for franchises because success is part of our business model!
$500,000
See More FranchisesInnovative Home Preschool w/ Waitlist
Pleasanton, CA
This is an innovative home preschool and daycare. Established since 2017, it has a wonderful reputation and a perfect 5 star rating on both Google and Yelp.This program is full year round and has a...
6
$150,000
Cash Flow: $147,120
Location!!!!! Popular Franchise Restaurant For Sale
San Bernardino County, CA
We’re pleased to present an incredible opportunity to purchase a franchise restaurant with with annual sales exceeding $2.22 million, fully equipped, well-training team and ready for immediate...
2
$699,000
Price Dropped...Price Dropped....Circle K Store with Hard Liquor Licen
Fullerton, CA
Price Dropped...Price Dropped....Circle K Store with Hard Liquor License Price Dropped...Price Dropped....Price Dropped....to $1,200,000 Excellent Location...Circle K with Hard Liquor License...
$1,200,000
EBITDA: $224,000
Subway Franchise – Fresh Remodel, Modern Design, No Extra Costs!
Santa Rosa, CA
Business Description: Subway franchise for sale in an excellent Santa Rosa location. Established in 1989, this store has been successfully operated by the current owner since 2004. Recently remodeled...
$250,000
Turnkey Restaurant – Montebello, CA | Perfect for NEW CONCEPT | BRAND
Montebello, CA
Legend Hot Chicken in Montebello presents a rare turnkey opportunity for an operator seeking a modern, fully built-out restaurant space in a high-traffic corridor just off the 60 Freeway. With 1,903...
6
$140,000
Cash Flow: $115,000
Restaurant For Sale in Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA
Established Brazilian Restaurant Sale - Prime Sunset Boulevard Location This newly built 1,610 square foot Brazilian restaurant presents an exceptional opportunity in one of Los Angeles' most vibrant...
6
$149,000
San Dimas Pool Service Route for Sale
Los Angeles County, CA
Very tight Route with many of the pools either on the same street or are geographically close together, making for very easy planning and efficiencies. Profit wise route with chlorine and salt being...
$184,200
Cash Flow: $188,500
Coastal Lifestyle Brewery with Distribution & Strong Growth Potential
Ventura County, CA
This turnkey craft brewery is a rare opportunity for a buyer seeking established operations, strong brand positioning, and exceptional growth potential. Designed to balance efficiency with creativity,...
6
$1,400,000
Cash Flow: $330,000
Hemet Pool Service Route for Sale
Riverside County, CA
Very tight Route with many of the pools either on the same street or are geographically close together, making for very easy planning and efficiencies. Profit wise route with chlorine and salt being...
$96,000
Cash Flow: $106,000
FranchisePestMaster
Available Nationwide
Own a Top 100 Ranked, Award-Winning Pest Control Franchise with the Flexibility of a Home-Based Office.
$50,000
See More FranchisesBuy 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.
