Santa Cruz County, CA
Established Restaurant/Wine Bar with Exquisite Outdoor Patio $2 Million + Sales & $300,000 Profit- SBA Pre-Approved RRC#5168 Asking Price: $725,000 Location: Santa Cruz County Annual Revenue:...
Businesses in California For Sale
Local Info
Established Restaurant/Wine Bar with Exquisite Outdoor Patio
$725,000
Landscape Design-Build Company - SELLER Financing available
Contra Costa County, CA
$340k+ Cash Flow - $100K Down! Established Bay Area design-build landscape firm handling everything from the first sketch to the final build—design, permits, outdoor kitchens, decks, lighting, turf,...
$599,000
Cash Flow: $347,247
FedEx Ground Routes – 16 Routes Available in Hayward/San Jose
Hayward, CA
Excellent opportunity to acquire a group of established and profitable FedEx Ground routes operating out of the Hayward terminal. All 16 routes are closely grouped, ensuring smooth operations and...
$2,280,000
Cash Flow: $765,000
Home Decor - Closet Organization Product (with manufacturing)
San Diego, CA
Recently launched E-commerce home decor / closet organization device ready to become the next mass consumer product. How about a 5-minute "Closet Makeover?" Unique, simple corrugated sleeve concept...
6
$45,000
Cash Flow: $15,000
Profitable Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning Business – SF North Bay
Sonoma County, CA
Step into a well-established, highly profitable carpet and upholstery cleaning business serving Sonoma and Marin Counties since 1983. This is a home-based operation with a loyal client base, strong...
5
$180,000
Cash Flow: $95,000
30+ Years Established Flooring Installation Business
California
Well-established flooring installation company with a strong reputation in the Los Angeles market. Over 30 years of continuous operation, the company has become a trusted partner for property...
$599,000
Cash Flow: $266,000
Wellness Center
Los Angeles County, CA
This is a unique opportunity to acquire a beautifully branded retail and wellness concept located in a sought-after enclave in the greater Los Angeles area. With multiple revenue streams including...
$150,000
Closet Design, Build & Install
California
This company specializes in solving the frustrations of poorly designed or generic storage spaces. From closets and garages to custom cabinetry, we provide fully tailored, high-end solutions that...
$570,000
Cash Flow: $194,136
Award winning franchise with proven track record of success
Los Angeles, CA
This is an excellent opportunity to purchase this franchise located in San Fernando Valley with over 100 Yelp 5-star reviews. Included in the purchase: exclusive territory with population of 300,000,...
4
$41,900
Premier, Highly-Respected Audition & Taping Studio
Los Angeles, CA
This highly respected audition and taping studio has built a stellar reputation as a go-to resource for actors across TV, film, and commercial productions. Located in a desirable part of Los Angeles,...
2
$175,000
Cash Flow: $89,489
FranchiseOxi Fresh Carpet Cleaning
Available in California
Join this high-demand, Low cost of ownership, minimal overhead franchise with excellent profit potential. Enjoy large Protected Territories with discounts for expanding into additional Territories.
$40,900
Established Jewelry Business – 30+ Years, Loyal Clientele, High Profit
Lakewood, CA
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a well-established, turnkey jewelry design and repair business with over three decades of success in a high-traffic Southern California retail center. The...
2
$150,000
Well Established and Profitable RV and Boat Accessory Manufacturer
Hollister, CA
This U.S. based manufacturer specializes in innovative RV waste management solutions, offering a full line of products engineered to improve sanitation, safety, and convenience for recreational...
$215,000
Cash Flow: $40,810
Prime Corner Gas Station – High Traffic Area
$6,500,000
Barstow, CA
Bar and Live Music Venue For Sale - Price Reduced, Motivated Seller!
Oakland, CA
MOTIVATED SELLER, PRICE REDUCED $199K or Best Offer The acclaimed Elbo Room Jack London bar is for sale. This fully equipped liquor bar and live music venue is located just 2 blocks from the...
6
$199,000
Thriving flower business
California
well established flower shop san bernardino county est .1990...
4
$199,000
Manjit Singh
MS Real Estate Inc.
Serving Alameda County, CA
Manjit Singh has provided outstanding business brokerage services throughout California, combining experience, market knowledge, and a results-driven approach.
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Profitable Picture Framing Store
Capitola, CA
This business is part of an SBA-approved national franchise that delivers industry leading custom picture framing services. It's the ideal business for someone who has business acumen and a passion...
$110,000
Cash Flow: $40,000
Turn-Key High Volume Grocery Market w Kitchen in SF
San Francisco, CA
Turn-Key Grocery Market & Fast food in a prime location in SF with $160k/mo sales A great opportunity to own a high volume grocery store w kitchen. Located in a busy foot trafic on a main str. middle...
2
$1,300,000
Established Amino Acid & Vitamin Supplement Company for Sale
Los Angeles, CA
Established Amino Acid & Vitamin Supplement Company for Sale 35+ Years in Business - Pioneer in Oral Amino Acid Formulations This well-established nutraceutical company represents a unique opportunity...
$700,000
Crumbl Location for sale in Corona, CA
California
Crumbl offers a crave-worthy cookie experience with large, handcrafted cookies baked fresh every day. Our menu changes weekly to showcase a mix of timeless favorites and inventive seasonal flavors,...
2
$850,000
Prime Livermore Restaurant Opportunity – Fully Equipped, High-Traffic
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...
6
$399,000
FranchiseDryer Vent Wizard
Available Nationwide
Ranked #1 Dryer Vent Cleaning franchise by 2026 Entrepreneur Franchise 500®. $240K single-unit average gross sales!*
$50,000
Turnkey Carpet Cleaning & Restoration Biz – 3k Clients, $12K Monthly
Mountain House, CA
Established in 2016, a one man operations, this service business provides professional residential and commercial cleaning and restoration services. The company has built a strong reputation for...
$150,000
Cash Flow: $130,000
5 Year Old LAN Center Arcade Internet Cafe
San Diego, CA
5 year old LAN Center / eSports Cafe / Arcade for sale. Perfect opportunity for hardworking owner operator to take over turn key business and work on growing the business. I am looking to relocate to...
$100,000
Cash Flow: $60,000
Rare Opportunity: 22-Year Profitable Thai Restaurant – Owner Retiring
$875,000
San Dimas, CA
Laundromats
Los Angeles, CA
Laundromat for sale , retiring owner, call for more details....
6
$180,000
Retail RV's parts
Walnut, CA
This trademarked e-commerce business specializes in vintage trailer window gaskets, serving a passionate worldwide restoration community with hard-to-find gasket solutions that are not widely...
$195,000
Cash Flow: $50,000
Canopy Wholesale & Retail
Santa Clara County, CA
Great opportunity to own a 35 years old, easy to run, thriving Canopy business. Established clientele. Gross: $30,000/month; Margin: 100%. Net income: over $180,000/year. Convenient store Hours:...
$327,000
(Perfect for Owner-Operator) Profitable Established Franchise Bootcamp
Los Angeles County, CA
**Perfect for first-time gym owner, coach or hands-on operator** High-performing franchise fitness studio with $476K in annual revenue and 220+ active members on recurring billing. This is a standout...
$349,999
Cash Flow: $93,557
Boba Bubble Milk Tea Sale
Temecula, CA
Established Boba Tea Shop - Prime Temecula Location Turnkey bubble tea business opportunity in the heart of Temecula, California. This well-positioned establishment has been serving the community...
3
$150,000
Established Hair Salon – Prime Rowland Heights Location, Busy Plaza
Hacienda Heights, CA
Established and well-known hair salon in the heart of Rowland Heights, operating successfully for over 5 years. Located in a busy, high-traffic plaza next to a popular Asian supermarket, this salon...
6
$30,000
Cash Flow: $100,000
Legacy - Performance Sport Boutique, Customer Lounge & More
La Jolla, CA
For five decades, this premier sports boutique has been more than just a retail store—it's been the heartbeat of La Jolla's active lifestyle community. What began as one entrepreneur's vision to serve...
$1,499,000
Cash Flow: $189,900
FranchiseSport Clips
Available in California
Sport Clips is a manager-style business model that’s designed for scalability to multiple units! With more than 30 years’ experience and culture at our core, join the leading men’s hair care brand today!
$200,000
Sushi Bento for Sale
Indio, CA
Over 7 years of successful operation, this well-established sushi restaurant is located on high-traffic Highway 111 in Indio with excellent visibility and steady customer flow. The restaurant features...
5
$129,000
Investment Opportunity: High Foot Traffic Location-Downtown Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz, CA
A premier turn-key acquisition opportunity in the vibrant heart of downtown Santa Cruz. As the only dedicated sports bar in a rapidly developing coastal corridor, the establishment benefits from high...
$299,000
Seller financing offered for Parisian restaurant
$350,000
Petaluma, CA
From Tacos to Takeout – Established & Ready for New Owner
Hollister, CA
3 Queens Carnitas is an established fast-casual Mexican restaurant located in a high-traffic strip center serving a dense mix of nearby residential neighborhoods and commercial businesses. The center...
$160,000
Cash Flow: $140,000
Branded Gas Station for Sale with Real Estate
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....
2
$4,200,000
FranchiseHomewell Care Services
Available in California
An Opportunity Like None Other: Where Personal Fulfillment Meets Financial Success
$50,000
15+ Year Owned Cafe with Perfect Location
Sacramento, CA
We're a mom and pop location with a great customer base. Excellent goodwill. Renewing leases hasn't been a challenge (it's with UC) during the past 15+ years. Customers love us and the menu is great....
3
$275,000
Very Profitable Roofing Contractor company, California
Fresno, CA
Confidential sale of a profitable, award-winning roofing contractor serving Central California. The company has an excellent reputation for quality, reliability, and fast response across residential,...
$939,000
Cash Flow: $419,534
Bar & Grill-Prime Downtown Long Beach Location
Long Beach, CA
Surrounded by thousands of residential units in the heart of Downtown Long Beach, this 20 year Bar & grill sits in a prime spot for foot traffic and local business. It’s the perfect neighborhood...
$179,000
Papa John's Pizza - Steady Sales - All New Equipment - Profitable
Ventura County, CA
PROFITABLE PAPA JOHNS PIZZA Franchise for sale in Ventura County Ca. Looking for a hot business opportunity in Ventura County? Look no further than Papa John's Pizza Franchise. Located in a very prime...
$225,000
Cash Flow: $59,800
Hemp-Based Supplement Manufacturer with IP & Established Brands
California
Founded five years ago, this profitable and growing company specializes in the manufacturing of hemp-based supplements supported by scientific formulations. It offers a full suite of services,...
$2,500,000
Mike Jani
Fortune Business Brokers
Serving Orange County, CA
Selling a Business (or a Franchise) is all we do! Fortune Business Brokers has helped hundreds of business owners sell their business and connected numerous buyers with business & franchise opportunities. We handle the entire cycle of transaction for you – business valuations, franchise approvals, qualifying buyers, landlord applications and lease transfers. We make the transaction go smooth by preempting potential issues based on our deep understanding of business & franchise dynamics. And we may connect a buyer with a seller faster than you think. The firm has represented buyers and sellers in numerous industries and also helped aspiring immigrants buy a business to come to the US.
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Turn-Key Pizzeria & Bar for Sale – Prime Moorpark Location
Moorpark, CA
Fully equipped and ready to operate, this established pizzeria and bar is a true turn-key opportunity in the heart of Moorpark. Located in a busy plaza across the street from Moorpark College, the...
6
$320,000
ARCO Branded Gas Station with Real Estate
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Riverside County, CA
Exclusively listed by The Gas Broker. Qualified buyers only. A fully executed Confidentiality Agreement and proof of financial capability are required prior to receiving additional information. For...
$6,990,000
Great Home and Auto book of business to build off
$150,000
Fremont, CA
Established Pressure Washing & Facility Services Business – $1.5M+ Ann
Sacramento County, CA
Highly profitable and well-established pressure washing and exterior facility services company for sale. This business generates over $1.5 million in annual revenue with strong recurring commercial,...
$4,800,000
Super Taco
Cathedral City, CA
With an impressive legacy of 30 years, Super Taco Taqueria stands as a beloved staple in the community, known for its authentic Mexican flavors and generous portions. This well-established eatery...
$99,000
FranchiseBar-B-Clean
Available in California
Make big profits cleaning grills and barbecues, with this franchise earning 83.55% in Gross Profit Margins!
$100,000
Profitable Locksmith Business – Established Granada Hills Shop
Los Angeles, CA
Locations with a 40+ year presence in the same shopping center rarely come available. Established Locksmith Shop for Sale – Granada Hills Rare opportunity to acquire a long-standing locksmith location...
5
$50,000
Mission's Tortilla Route, Santee, CA
Santee, CA
Mission’s Tortilla Route for sale in the Santee, California region for $115,000! Currently generating $660,649 in yearly sales and nets $80,480. Distributorship and territory are purchased through...
$115,000
Cash Flow: $80,480
Full Service Motorsport Dealer-Dirt Bike, ATVs & Go Cart Sales/Service
Riverside County, CA
Established motorsports dealership and service center located in the Inland Empire serving the greater California region. The business has built a strong reputation among motorsports enthusiasts...
$575,000
Cash Flow: $244,135
Turn-key Preclinical CRO laboratory–San Diego Biotech Hub -10+ Years
San Diego, CA
TURN-KEY PRECLINICAL CRO LABORATORY - SAN DIEGO BIOTECH HUB Established Contract Research Organization offering integrated in vitro and in vivo research services to biotechnology and life sciences...
2
$600,000
Hawaiian Fusian Restaurant
Burbank, CA
Hawaiian fusion restaurant for more detials NDA must be signed....
$385,000
SBA Pre-Qualified! Profitable Latin Restaurant in Redondo Beach
SBA LOAN ELIGIBLE
Redondo Beach, CA
"Please inquire about this listing through the contact form. Upon request, a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) will be promptly emailed to you." #1033 Area: Redondo Beach Asking Price: $930,000 Including...
$930,000
Cash Flow: $311,631
Rare Opportunity: Established Taproom & Gastropub – Seller Financing
Sacramento, CA
A rare opportunity to own a thriving, family-run taproom and gastropub located in a strong Sacramento submarket. This well-established business enjoys a 4.7-star Google rating and has become a...
$245,000
High-Volume 4-Store Subway Bundle – Semi-Absentee
Garden Grove, CA
Rare opportunity to acquire a highly profitable, semi-absentee 4-unit Subway franchise bundle in North Orange County, generating $120K+ in annual cash flow with strong brand power, established...
$699,000
Cash Flow: $120,544
Turnkey Dessert Business Prime Shopping Mall Location Next to Ranch 99
San Jose, CA
RARE opportunity to acquire a turnkey food & beverage business in one of San Jose’s most high-traffic shopping destinations. This golden corner location is situated directly next to Ranch 99, ensuring...
6
$160,000
FranchiseBatteries Plus
Available Nationwide
$900K+ AUV* With multiple revenue streams, 700+ locations, and 30+ years of success, you can compete/grow in a fast-changing market with no ceiling on your earning potential!
$125,000
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.
