Palo Alto, CA
Rare opportunity to acquire a well-established, nationally franchised juice and smoothie bar. This location is already built out, fully equipped, and operating — step into an existing brand with a...
Cash Flow: $148,000
Businesses in San Francisco Bay Area, CA For Sale
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Established Cold-Pressed Juice & Smoothie Bar
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Personal lines Book with Options
San Jose, CA
Imagine stepping into a well-established insurance agency where 90% of clients choose to stay year after year. That's the kind of loyalty and trust you'll inherit with this balanced auto and home...
Cash Flow: $85,000
Profitable Bay Area Real Estate Media & Lead Gen Company $343K Revenue
Millbrae, CA
This business is a profitable, fully operational real estate media agency and digital marketing company in the San Francisco Bay Area, one of the highest-value real estate markets in the world,...
Cash Flow: $155,884
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Turnkey Farmers Insurance Agency | $200K+ Cash Flow | Immediate Income
Walnut Creek, CA
Established Farmers Insurance Agency – Strong Cash Flow & Growth Opportunity Established Farmers Insurance agency with a proven track record of consistent revenue and a stable, renewal-driven book of...
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Walk Into Opportunity, Not a Blank Page
Solano County, CA
Are you ready to step into ownership of a business with consistent renewal income, an existing customer base, and strong ongoing demand in the insurance market? This Farmers Insurance agency offers an...
Cash Flow: $151,000
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Restaurant Business for Sale – Prime San Francisco Location
San Francisco, CA
**Restaurant Business for Sale – Prime San Francisco Location** Outstanding opportunity to acquire a fully equipped restaurant in a prime San Francisco location. This approximately **2,000 SF**...
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Profitable Turnkey B2B Sign & Graphics Franchise Opportunity – Priced
San Jose, CA
Serving the businesses and non-profits in the San Jose and surrounding areas. The Company is committed to customer service and producing high-quality commercial signage and graphic solutions. The...
Fast-Growing Silicon Valley Spot Repair Franchise–60% y/y growth!
Santa Clara County, CA
The company provides expert, budget-friendly, time-efficient repair services to hotels, apartments, and residences in Silicon Valley for various surfaces including floors, countertops, vanities,...
Cash Flow: $126,368
Appliance repair
Sunnyvale, CA
This is a clear, easy-to-understand business with all processes fully set up and running from day one. A new owner steps into a proven system — no need to build anything from scratch. Everything is...
Cash Flow: $96,700
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...
GYMGUYZ
Franchise
Available in California
Own the #1 in-home and on-site personal training brand bringing fitness, accountability, and convenience directly to clients.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $142,273
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...
Established Sign Business In An Amazing Area For Sale
Alameda County, CA
Sign fabrication, sales and installation. Given the rapid expansion of the East Bay area, I was looking to be involved in a business that would be able to capitalize on the extensive growth. With new...
Cash Flow: $20,000
Exclusive Listing – KTV Hot Pot Restaurant Opportunity
San Francisco, CA
Turnkey restaurant featuring a complete KTV and hot pot setup with brand-new equipment throughout. 📐 Approximately 7,000 SF 💰 Current Base Rent: $10,800/Month 🎤 Private KTV Entertainment Setup 🍲...
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Established Full Service Spa/Salon
Los Gatos, CA
For sale Beautiful Downtown Los Gatos Spa & Salon with $125K in Lease improvements.This turnkey business features a long-term staff with lots of seem for room for growth and expansion. It boasts a...
The Victorian | Winnetka Trophy Office Asset
Auction by Ten-X™
Canoga Park, CA
Online auction: September 28-30, 2026
35,449 SF Residential For Sale...
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Randy Singh
CJK Real Estate
Serving Santa Clara County, CA
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High Margin Dessert/Snack Franchise - Mall Food Court
Daly City, CA
The business benefits from strong mall traffic and an established retail environment anchored by major national retailers including Target, Macy’s, and Nordstrom. Low food cost and labor compared with...
Cash Flow: $235,000
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Turnkey Award-Winning Restaurant | Recently Remodeled | NearWholeFoods
Sonoma County, CA
Confidential, turnkey restaurant located in a high-traffic West Sonoma County setting. This is an established concept with a loyal customer base, strong local recognition, and a clean, well-maintained...
Hair & Nails Salon
Santa Clara County, CA
This salon is a beautiful, upscale destination dedicated to delivering exceptional hair and nail services in a relaxing, luxurious environment. They specialize in precision haircuts, expert color...
Seller financing offered for Parisian restaurant
Petaluma, CA
This historic 1870 building has been newly restored and renovated. It includes a complete restaurant with an open kitchen. The restaurant is being sold as a turn-key restaurant that is ready to go....
Cash Flow: $150,000
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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...
Cash Flow: $607,421
Get In Shape For Women
Franchise
Available in California
Get In Shape For Women is an upscale, boutique fitness concept, where 1 trainer works with up to 8 women at a time, for 55 minutes, for as little as $20 per session, delivering the most compelling results in the shortest amount of time. We combine weight training, cardio, nutrition, and accountability for a complete solution.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $363,892
CEO Life - Premier Networking & Social Club for Leaders - San Jose, CA
San Jose, CA
This is a rare opportunity to acquire the exclusive CEO Life chapter serving Silicon Valley and San Jose, California — one of the most influential business ecosystems in the world. Unlike many...
EBITDA: $520,600
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CEO Life - Own an Exclusive San Francisco CEO Membership Club
San Francisco, CA
his is a rare opportunity to acquire the exclusive CEO Life chapter in San Francisco, California — one of the most influential business markets in the world. Unlike many franchise, licensing, or...
EBITDA: $520,600
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Leading Business Brokerage Franchise
San Jose, CA
This is a rare opportunity to acquire an existing business advisory and brokerage territory in Santa Clara County, part of the world’s largest and most recognized business brokerage network. The...
Two-Location Day Spa Business | Established Brand | Strong Cash Flow
Santa Rosa, CA
Confidential Wellness Business for Sale | Two Sonoma County Locations | Established Cash Flow This offering represents a rare opportunity to acquire a highly profitable, established two-location day...
Cash Flow: $764,000
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275-Unit ATM Route With Contract-Controlled Cash Flow.
San Francisco County, CA
ESTABLISHED ATM ROUTE BUSINESS - 275 UNITS WITH CONTRACT-CONTROLLED CASH FLOW This profitable ATM business operates 275 machines across San Francisco County, generating $500,000 in annual cash flow...
Cash Flow: $500,000
Ready for Something Bigger Than a Starter ATM Portfolio?
Alameda County, CA
There is a pretty big jump between buying a small starter ATM portfolio and committing close to $2 million to a larger acquisition. This opportunity sits comfortably in the middle. With an asking...
Cash Flow: $310,000
Well-established Americanized Chinese restaurant in Los Gatos
Los Gatos, CA
【Exclusive Listing】Restaurant for Sale in Los Gatos – Approx. 1,500 SF Well-established Americanized Chinese restaurant located on the highly desirable Blossom Hill Road corridor in Los Gatos....
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Established Restaurant
Oakland, CA
Up for sale is a well-established Grill and Hamburger Restaurant, situated in the heart of Oakland, California's bustling business district. This restaurant enjoys a prime location on Lakeshore...
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Turn-key Japanese dining format with prime commercial position
Hayward, CA
Located in a prime commercial corridor in Hayward, this approximately 3,600 SF fully operational All You Can Eat (AYCE) Sushi restaurant is now available for sale. The restaurant benefits from a...
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Established Luxury Watch E-Commerce Business For Sale
San Francisco, CA
7,500+ Trustpilot Reviews • Established Supplier Network • Owner Financing Available • One Month online training Included An opportunity to acquire an established luxury watch e-commerce business with...
Cruise Planners
Franchise
Available Nationwide
For more than 20 years, Cruise Planners has been a low-cost franchise opportunity that can yield high returns!
Avg. Unit Revenue: $518,262
Bay Area residential remodeling company with over two decades of exp.
San Francisco, CA
This established general contracting business has served the San Francisco Bay Area for decades, specializing in home remodels and additions. The company has built a large network of trusted...
Cash Flow: $284,700
Guy Fieri’s Chicken Guy! is a fast-casual restaurant
Napa County, CA
Chicken Guy American Canyon is a modern fast-casual restaurant concept associated with celebrity chef Guy Fieri, offering flavorful, hand-breaded chicken tenders, sandwiches, fries, and a wide...
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ATM Portfolio: 286 Units | $590K Annual Cash Flow | Third-Party Loaded
San Francisco County, CA
A 286-location ATM portfolio across California generating $590,130 in annual cash flow, offered at $1,907,280. The operational model is the key characteristic of this portfolio. Every location is...
Cash Flow: $590,130
Liquor Store- Very High Gross & Net- SBA Qualifier- Santa Clara County
Santa Clara County, CA
Liquor Store, Silicon Valley, San Francisco Bay Area, Santa Clara County Rare opportunity to acquire a very high gross, high net, short hours, well established, high visibility, major busy street,...
Cash Flow: $1,089,038
High-Margin Retail Business/ Ideal First Business/ Proven Systems
Fairfield, CA
An ideal opportunity for a first-time business owner looking to step into an established, easy-to-operate business with trained staff, proven systems, and transition support. *Beginner-friendly...
Cash Flow: $86,300
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Lee's Famous Recipe Chicken
Franchise
Available Nationwide
Join Lee’s Famous Recipe Chicken: A Legendary Brand with $1.8M AUV, Strong Unit Economics, and Amazing Chicken. Since 1966, We've Delivered Great Food and Franchise Success with Unmatched Support. Now Exclusively Partnering with Multi-Unit Developers for Growth Opportunities!
Avg. Unit Revenue: $1,883,846
Architectural Sheet Metal Fabrication and Installation Contractor
Alameda County, CA
Architectural Sheet Metal Fabrication and Installation Contractor Transworld Business Advisors San Francisco Cynthia Randall CA DRE# 01421980 For more than eight decades, this distinguished...
Cash Flow: $1,111,520
Growing E-Commerce Business in Exploding Sourdough-Making Market
San Mateo County, CA
This is an Amazon FBA brand selling sourdough-making accessories. It 3x'd revenue in its trailing 12 months from the previous. The market has consistent growth potential still waiting to be...
Cash Flow: $26,000
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Lower-Entry Bay Area ATM Portfolio With Operations Already in Place
San Francisco County, CA
For someone interested in getting into the ATM business without starting with a seven-figure acquisition, this Bay Area portfolio offers a more approachable entry point. The total investment is...
Cash Flow: $120,000
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...
EBITDA: $105,000
Long-Established California ATM Business With Management in Place
San Francisco County, CA
LONG-ESTABLISHED CALIFORNIA ATM BUSINESS WITH MANAGEMENT IN PLACE This mature ATM business represents a rare opportunity to acquire an established financial services operation with 15 years of...
EBITDA: $590,000
Lucia Yoon
Blatteis Realty Co. Inc.
Serving Alameda County, CA
Independently owned and operated since 1922, Blatteis Realty was one of the first San Francisco real estate companies to specialize in retail and office space for lease. By emphasizing cooperation amongst our own team members as well as the brokerage community, our company's presence and knowledge of San Francisco and the Greater Bay Area has, for almost a century, secured the multigenerational loyalty of Property Owners, Institutional Organizations, Tenants, Principal Developers, and Brokers. Blatteis Realty's reputation for collaboration, knowledge, and extensive service grew alongside San Francisco's rise as a world center and international destination for fashion, retail, and entertainment. Our firm is a full-service brokerage company that covers the complete range of commercial real estate transactions: Retail Real Estate Services, Investment Sales & Acquisitions, Tenant Representation, Landlord Representation, Location Strategy Services, Commercial Real Estate Consulting Services, Property Management, and more. Our team of experts knows the value of maintaining relationships. Our clients know us for our knowledge and integrity. For a complete list of the services offered, please browse our website or contact us directly.
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Live Edge Wood Slab Business – 7 Years Established
Sebastopol, CA
PRICE REDUCED ⬇️ $199,999 → $149,999 Owner selling due to health complications requiring relocating closer to family Seller financing may be considered for well-qualified buyers with a substantial...
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Bay Area Cabinet Shop
San Martin, CA
Business Summary: Established commercial millwork business serving Santa Clara, and surrounding counties, with operations dating back to 2004 and a long track record in commercial tenant improvement...
Cash Flow: $180,000
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250-Terminal Multi-State ATM Portfolio | $820K Annual Cash Flow
San Francisco, CA
Multi-State ATM Portfolio | Fully Managed | Established Cash Flow This opportunity offers the acquisition of an established ATM portfolio consisting of approximately 250 active terminals operating...
Cash Flow: $820,000
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...
Cash Flow: $400,000
Established Mediterranean Restaurant — Oakland, Type 47 License
Oakland, CA
ESTABLISHED MEDITERRANEAN RESTAURANT - OAKLAND, TYPE 47 LICENSE This profitable Mediterranean restaurant represents a rare opportunity to acquire an established, turnkey operation in one of Oakland's...
Cash Flow: $175,000
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The Brothers That Just Do Gutters
Franchise
Available in California
The largest Gutter franchise in the US over 200 franchisees
Avg. Unit Revenue: $1,147,556
Popular World Famous Turf Club w/Building
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Hayward, CA
THE local gathering place with a long history of fabulous, diverse, inclusive events. The ideal buyer would be one who will carry on the legacy of the historical World Famous Turf Club and take it to...
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Global Digital Imaging Hardware & Workflow Products Company
Santa Clara County, CA
A San Jose, CA-based technology company specializing in high-performance storage media and digital connectivity hardware is available for acquisition. The business serves a worldwide customer base of...
Cash Flow: $3,355,000
Personal Lines Agency With 90% retention
Castro Valley, CA
Imagine stepping into a thriving insurance agency that's already built the foundation for your success. This established personal lines agency in Hayward offers exactly what you've been looking for -...
Cash Flow: $100,000
Sale pending - 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...
EBITDA: $664,984
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250-Unit ATM Portfolio | $590K Annual Cash Flow | Turnkey Operation
San Francisco County, CA
Established 250-terminal ATM portfolio with a 15-year operating history, generating approximately $590,130 in annual cash flow. Asking price: $1,972,805. This opportunity offers a buyer immediate...
Cash Flow: $590,130
BlueFrog Plumbing & Drain
Franchise
Available in California
Invest in Bluefrog Plumbing + Drain: Your Gateway to Profitable and Resilient Business Ownership.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $457,615
Growing Gym Vending Route — 17 Machines, Contract to Expand to 42
Vacaville, CA
Established vending machine route with exclusive placement inside a national fitness-gym franchise locations. Currently operating 17 machines generating $142,000 annual revenue with strong per-machine...
Cash Flow: $26,000
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Buy or Sell a Business in the San Francisco Bay Area
The San Francisco Bay Area is known for its vibrant business community and entrepreneurial spirit. As a result, there are always businesses for sale in the area for interested buyers. If you're considering buying (or selling) a business in the San Francisco Bay Area, it helps to become acquainted with the local business for sale market.
Market Snapshot
We have aggregated and analyzed data from business for sale listings throughout the bay in order to provide some context around the number and types of businesses that are selling, and the financials associated with these listings.
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Number of Businesses for Sale |
~1,180 |
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Median Asking Price |
$420,000 |
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Median Reported Revenue |
$700,000 |
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Median Reported Earnings |
$160,000 |
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Profit Margin |
23% |
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Earnings Multiple |
2.6 |
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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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How many businesses are currently for sale in the San Francisco Bay Area?
There are over 1,100 businesses listed for sale in the Bay Area. It's worth noting that some of these listings may be 'blindly' listed and might require broader state-based searches to uncover.
What types of businesses are most commonly for sale in the Bay Area?
The market is quite diverse; the majority of available businesses fall into the following categories:
- Food and Restaurants: ~470
- Retail: ~140
- Service Businesses: ~130
- Automotive and Boat: ~60
- Building and Construction: ~50
- Health Care and Fitness: ~50
- Beauty and Personal Care: ~40
- Manufacturing: ~40
- Online and Technology: ~30
In which counties are most of these businesses for sale located?
The majority of the businesses are distributed among the following counties:
- Alameda: ~280
- Santa Clara: ~240
- San Francisco: ~220
- Contra Costa: ~140
- San Mateo: ~80
- Sonoma: ~80
Which cities in the Bay Area have the most businesses for sale?
The most active cities with businesses on the market are:
- San Francisco: ~220
- San Jose: ~120
- Oakland: ~80
- Santa Rosa: ~40
- Concord: ~40
- Fremont, Berkeley, Alameda, Santa Clara, Hayward, Pleasanton: ~20-30 each
What is the median asking price for these businesses?
A: The median asking price for businesses in the SF Bay Area is currently around $420,000.
Can you provide information about the average financial metrics for these businesses?
Based on the listings, the median reported revenue is approximately $700,000, with median reported earnings around $160,000, yielding an average profit margin of 23%. The median earnings multiple for asking price is 2.6, and the revenue multiple is 0.6.
How do business owners typically proceed with selling their businesses in the Bay Area?
Most business owners opt to work with a business broker to facilitate the sale process. However, some business owners choose to list and manage the sale independently, navigating the process on their own.
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