Alamo, CA
Located at a beautiful corner in Alamo, CA 94507, T&T Magic Nails is a regular nail salon for everyone, as we always try our best to deliver the highest level of customer satisfaction. Our goal at T&T...
$118,000
Businesses in San Francisco Bay Area, CA For Sale
Local Info
Located in a busy shopping plaza.
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A Passive Toy Vending Machine That Makes $54,000/Year in the U.S.?!
Newark, CA
READY-TO-GO SITE WITH LEASE IN PLACE — QUICK LAUNCH GUARANTEED! Here’s everything you need to know about VENDTOYZ: WHAT YOU'RE GETTING $4,500+ monthly cashflow Prime locations with high foot traffic...
$30,000
Cash Flow: $54,000
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Yellowsack - Unique dumpster bags in SF Bay and LA
Redwood City, CA
We are a profitable, tech-driven waste removal business operating in a large and growing market. Customers easily order a durable Yellowsack online, fill it at home or on-site, and schedule pickup in...
$1,600,000
Cash Flow: $450,000
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Fully Equipped Lash & Brow Boutique – Expansion Ready for Injectables
Fremont, CA
Step into a clean, fully equipped lash and brow studio in a prime downtown location — all the heavy lifting has already been done. The current owners strategically focused on long-term growth,...
$275,000
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Renovated Turnkey Medical Office | San Jose
San Jose, CA
Online auction: December 8-10, 2025
- Convenient proximity to major hospitals
- Modern dental suites with lab space
$600,000 starting bid
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Collectible Toy Vending - A Passive Income Machine! $4.5K+ Per Month
Newark, CA
READY-TO-GO SITE WITH LEASE IN PLACE — QUICK LAUNCH GUARANTEED! BUSINESS AT A GLANCE MONTHLY CASH FLOW: $4,500+ - HIGH PROFIT MARGINS - LOCATIONS: Prime spots with high foot traffic - SUPPORT &...
$30,000
Cash Flow: $54,000
Executive Suite, Virtual Address, and Virtual Receptionist Business
San Francisco County, CA
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a fully operational and established flexible workspace franchise in a desirable suburban market. The business offers a comprehensive suite of services, including...
$425,000
Cash Flow: $142,000
Profitable HVAC business in the Bay Area
Santa Clara County, CA
Profitable, home-based HVAC and appliance repair company leverages skilled independent contractors for installations, seasonal maintenance, and complex fixes. Strong demand for climate-control...
$250,000
Cash Flow: $156,809
High-margin AI SaaS for real estate image enhancement
San Francisco, CA
This is a high-margin and profitable proptech SaaS tool. It uses cutting-edge AI to virtually stage or de-stage property photos by adding or removing furniture, delivering visually optimized listings...
$310,000
Cash Flow: $100,368
Turn Key Operating Restaurant + Liquor License Fire Sale PRICE IS FIRM
San Mateo County, CA
Available by appointment Sundays 5pm-10pm ONLY Do Not Disturb Employees or Business During Operation Located Next to YouTube and Walmart Corporate Headquarters in the Bay Hill Shopping Center New...
$249,000
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FranchiseMr. Rooter
Available Nationwide
Mr. Rooter, a Neighborly company, is the nation's leading residential and commercial plumbing services franchise. With us, you can flush your worries down the drain!
$100,000
Established and Profitable Catering Business – Sonoma County
Sonoma County, CA
Well-established and chef-owned, this full-service catering and events company is a beloved fixture in the wine country hospitality scene. Centrally located and based in Sonoma County, the business...
$350,000
Cash Flow: $147,588
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Business for Sale – $450,000 Prime Pacific Heights Location
San Francisco, CA
Prime Pacific Heights Location | Owner Retiring After 31 Successful Years Incredible opportunity to acquire a well-established liquor store in one of San Francisco's most desirable neighborhoods....
$450,000
Cash Flow: $176,000
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Collectible Toy Vending - A Passive Income Machine! $4.5K+ Per Month
Santa Clara, CA
BUSINESS AT A GLANCE MONTHLY CASH FLOW: $4,500+ - HIGH PROFIT MARGINS - LOCATIONS: Prime spots with high foot traffic - SUPPORT & TRAINING: Provided for a smooth transition ABOUT THE BUSINESS Want a...
$30,000
Cash Flow: $54,000
Beachfront Whisky Distillery in San Franisco
Pacifica, CA
For the last 9 years I have operated a fun oceanfront whisky Distillery as a hobby on the weekends. In June 2026 the landlord will not be renewing the lease so I am looking to sell. For only $49K you...
$49,000
Cash Flow: $4,000
Well Established Taproom In The Heart Of Downtown Gilroy
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: $150,000
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Timothy Haves
Petroleum Realty Group ®
Serving Alameda County, CA
The Petroleum Realty Group ® specializes in the sale and purchase of gas stations and convenience stores and has quickly risen to become the premier Gas Station, Car wash and alternative fuel advisor in California. Born out of the Corporate services world, the Petroleum Realty Group was formed to provide professional advice to an industry sector that has hitherto suffered from inconsistencies and mistrust. Buying or selling a Gas Station and Car Wash is no different from any other large capital transaction. Our clients are seeking an industry expert who not only knows the intricacies of the business but who can guild them through the financial implications and legal ramifications associated Gas Stations and Car Washes. With over a billion dollars of transactions over the past 10 years our success speaks for itself. We have eliminated the guess work from buying or selling gas stations and car washes by keeping and maintaining an extensive database of owners and operators in California. Every transaction is recorded and used to aid our evaluation process. If you are looking for Gas Station for Sale in California or through out the states please call us or bisit our web site WWW.Petroleumrealtygroup.com Membership to the group is limited to those Brokers who are 100% devoted to the Gas Station business, have experience in both fuel distribution and marketing and have the ability to analyze complicated financial and environmental documentation.
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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
Tremendous Location Coffee Shop
Alameda, CA
This coffee shop has been operating for over 5 years. They sell premium coffee, tea, pastries and soft ice cream. There are over 40,000 vehicles that pass by the shop on a daily basis. Located on a...
$150,000
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
Restaurant for Sale – Brentwood
Brentwood, CA
Spacious dining area with seating capacity for 108 guests Fully equipped kitchen with Type 1 hood Located in a well-established area with stable customer base and convenient parking Turnkey...
$100,000
FranchiseBlueFrog Plumbing & Drain
Available in California
Invest in Bluefrog Plumbing + Drain: Your Gateway to Profitable and Resilient Business Ownership.
$100,000
Exclusive Listing · Fremont Restaurant for Sale
Fremont, CA
Exclusive Listing · Fremont Restaurant for Sale Prime Location • Located in a busy area of Fremont, surrounded by large residential communities with steady foot traffic. • Right off the I-680 freeway...
$150,000
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Fully Equipped Salon for Sale in Prestigious Business Neighborhood
San Francisco, CA
Prime San Francisco Hair Salon for Sale – Richmond District, Geary Blvd An incredible opportunity to own a fully equipped, modern salon in one of San Francisco’s most sought-after business corridors....
$50,000
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Soundproofing Design, Consultation and Installation
San Francisco, CA
This award-winning noise abatement company represents an exceptional acquisition opportunity for design/build firms seeking profitable expansion into the specialized soundproofing market. With 25+...
$750,000
Cash Flow: $225,000
Established San Francisco Day Spa with 25+ years of Trusted Service
San Francisco, CA
This long-established San Francisco spa specializes in advanced massage therapy and results-driven esthetician services. Known for deep tissue and sports massage, TMJ treatment, and high-quality...
$200,000
Cash Flow: $119,111
Established Electric Bike Store - Turnkey High Growth Opportunity
San Jose, CA
Well-established, owner-operated electric bike store with an excellent reputation in the community. This turnkey operation services all makes and models of e-bikes and is ready for immediate transfer...
$275,000
Cash Flow: $80,000
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 &...
$150,000
Cash Flow: $90,000
Long Standing Auto Repair Shop
Santa Clara County, CA
A full-service auto repair shop dedicated to providing high-quality automotive maintenance and repair services. They specialize in diagnostics, engine repairs, brake services, oil changes, tire...
$195,000
Cash Flow: $240,623
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
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Drainage Contractors
Marin County, CA
Take ownership of a highly profitable, well-established drainage and encapsulation business serving North Bay and surrounding areas. This is a trusted name in crawlspace encapsulation and interior...
$1,191,000
Cash Flow: $526,262
Great Lifestyle Business
San Francisco, CA
Spend your days in beautiful horse country. Be your own boss - work your own schedule. Install, repair, and service Automatic Fly Spray Systems in horse barns. Powerful brand identity currently...
$180,000
Cash Flow: $85,000
FranchiseSkyhawks Sports Academy
Available in California
Skyhawks low initial investment and low royalty fees allow our franchisees to see a return on their investment in a timely manner.
$60,000
High-Traffic Sunnyvale Tea Shop - Type 1 Hood + Low Rent
Sunnyvale, CA
Asking Price: $248,000 Location: Sunnyvale, CA Square Footage: 960 SF Rent: $3,994/month (includes NNN – very favorable rate) Business Description: Rare opportunity to acquire a bubble tea shop in one...
$248,000
Window Cleaning Business for Sale - Bay Area, CA. Very Profitable!
Sunnyvale, CA
Window Cleaning Business Squeegee Squad has well established commercial contacts. This territory needs a motivated franchise owner to take them over! If you are looking for a recession resistant...
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Cash Flow: $400,000
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Remote Telehealth Business – Absentee-Ready and Built to Scale
San Francisco, CA
Own a Piece of the Healthcare Revolution This is more than just a business—it’s a golden ticket to the future of healthcare. This fully remote Telehealth operation has been meticulously designed to...
$100,000
Easy to Run Amazon Listing
San Francisco, CA
2022 - $41,290 in Revenue 2023 - $69,940 in Revenue 2024 - $105,239 in Revenue Valuation: Valuation is based on a 2.3x multiple on net profit of year 2024 revenue + inventory value. - Did over $100k...
$58,900
Cash Flow: $22,931
Bober Tea & Coffee, Mochi Dough, MOMO Egg Drop in Sunnyvale, CA
Sunnyvale, CA
This beautifully appointed restaurant and cafe space offers an exceptional opportunity for entrepreneurs seeking a turnkey food service location in one of Silicon Valley's most desirable markets. The...
$190,000
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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
California Staging Co. - Transform Your Space, Maximize Your Value
Oakland, CA
Large Price Adjustment- California Staging Co. is your premier partner in residential real estate staging and design, serving homeowners, real estate agents, and property investors throughout...
$40,000
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Highly profitable laundromat portfolio
San Jose, CA
? Business For Sale Two Thriving Laundromats — Prime San Jose Locations — Strong Cash Flow ? Price: $2,400,000 total ($1.2M each) Location: San Jose, California Business Type: Coin Laundry ?...
$2,400,000
Highly Profitable Construction Company Well Established- (Bay Area)
Alameda County, CA
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a profitable, third-generation Bay Area construction contractor specializing in tile & stone installation. With over 35 years of reputation, the company has...
$975,000
Cash Flow: $509,000
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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...
$270,000
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Inherit a Primely Located Nail Salon in the Mission District (As-is)
San Francisco, CA
Cô Huy has been doing nails for close to 40 years, holds a valid barber, esthetician, manicurist, and massage therapist license, and has been a business owner for a little over three years now. When...
$60,000
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Jim Pate
Restaurant Realty Company
Serving Contra Costa County, CA
Restaurant Realty Company was founded by Steven D. Zimmerman in the San Francisco Bay Area in 1996. Since inception the company has developed into the largest California restaurant brokerage specializing in sales, acquisitions and leasing of restaurants, bars, nightclubs and related commercial buildings with local representation in the San Francisco Bay Area, Sacramento, Los Angeles, Orange County and San Diego markets. Restaurant Realty’s brokers and agents are well versed in conducting deals with independent restaurant owners, landlords, buyers, and lessees of businesses and real estate, as well as larger ownership groups and buyers of multi-unit operations, franchises and chains. Restaurant Realty’s current brokers and agents have had great success completing transactions with over 3,200 clients, selling/leasing over 1,600 restaurant, bar and/or nightclub businesses, nearly 75 related commercial buildings sold, representing over 3 Million square feet of commercial space leased and over 7,500 valuations completed.
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High-Volume Quick-Service Franchise, $333K EBITDA
Alameda County, CA
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a highly profitable, well-established quick-service franchise in a desirable downtown East Bay location. Current owner since 2019, this business consistently...
$1,252,292
Cash Flow: $333,036
Golden Horizon Travel: Unlock a Million-Dollar Business Opportunity
San Francisco, CA
Unlock the Full Potential: Golden Horizon Travel’s Path to a Million-Dollar Business – A Sleeping Giant Ready to Rise - Profitable Bay Area Tour Business for Sale – 21 Years of Success - Golden...
$469,000
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Fully equipped salon for sale
Walnut Creek, CA
Complete hair and facial salon for sale!...
$25,000
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Plumbing & Rooter Company
Redwood City, CA
Complete Plumbing & Rooter company. We have numerous large clients/property management companies, contractors that use us exclusively. We also patch up the walls and paint. We do trenchless sewer line...
$700,000
Cash Flow: $200,000
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Turnkey established digital printing firm with outstanding reputation.
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Petaluma, CA
In 1996 Quality Printing Services was opened. Locally owned retail and B2B printing company that over the past 30 years provided clients with value, quality and on-time service. The company focused on...
$1,800,000
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FranchisePickUp USA Fitness
Available in California
PickUp USA Fitness clubs are full-service, basketball-focused gyms, offering pickup basketball games with referees, basketball training, cardio/weight rooms & much more!
$50,000
Elegant MedSpa in Alamo
Alamo, CA
Opportunity awaits to own this elegant luxury medspa with the latest laser technology. Walk into the beautiful open floor plan at one of best locations in the Bay Area. Establish in September 2023...
$120,000
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Custom Autoshop with great online business
Santa Clara County, CA
This is a great opportunity to purchase or invest in a turnkey business which has been established for over 16 years with great local and national following with excellent reviews. We focus on...
$1,250,000
“Established Salon for Sale – Prime Location & Loyal Clientele
Sunnyvale, CA
Turn your passion for beauty into a thriving business with this well-established, fully-equipped salon now available for sale! Located in a prime, high-traffic area, this chic and modern salon boasts...
$250,000
Cash Flow: $100,000
30 + Year family owned Auto Repair Shop
Brentwood, CA
The Auto Doctor is a well-established auto repair shop serving the Brentwood, California community for over 30 years. This family-owned business has built a solid reputation and loyal customer base...
$225,000
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Highly Profitable Medical Supply Store For Sale Solano County
Solano County, CA
Established Medical Supply Store - 20+ Years of Success in Solano County This highly profitable medical supply business represents an exceptional opportunity to acquire a turnkey operation with two...
$500,000
Cash Flow: $303,000
FranchiseZiggi's Coffee
Available Nationwide
Brew community and profit with Ziggi’s Coffee—flexible formats, strong support, and high AUV in one of America’s fastest-growing franchises.
$150,000
High-Growth Drug & DNA Testing Franchise | Ideal CA Territories
Solano County, CA
Own two established Fastest Labs franchise locations serving Solano/Napa, and Marin Counties. Thriving Northern California market with consistent demand for drug, alcohol, and DNA testing. These...
$59,000
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.
