Alameda County, CA
Discover a rare opportunity to own a 100% occupied and highly profitable salon suite business. This turnkey operation offers a simplified, semi-absentee business model with consistent recurring...
EBITDA: $138,000
Businesses in California For Sale
Local Info
100% Occupied Salon Suite For Sale | Semi-Absentee Model
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Highly Profitable Bakery 4 Sale-35 Years of Success-National Reach!
Los Angeles, CA
Wholesale Bakery- Gross annual sales: $1,800,000 >Net Profit: $685,000/Year >Employees: 14 full-time, >Serves 14 States w/over 300 stores & online orders. Key Highlights: >Established in 1990, with a...
Cash Flow: $685,000
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The Only Cannoli
Oceanside, CA
We have grown this venture into a highly profitable operation, surpassing $1 million in total sales and securing a six-figure profit in 2022, 2023, & 2025 We’ve established exclusive vendor contracts...
Cash Flow: $250,000
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Established Business Brokerage
Shasta County, CA
Opportunity to acquire an established business brokerage territory operating under one of the most recognized brands in the industry. This professional services business operates within the...
Started in 1921 Business w/30+ years of Volumetric Ready-Mix Concrete
Pasadena, CA
Over 12 concrete plants that produce specialty mixes such as Rapid Set Concrete that sets in 1 hour for DOT highway and airport projects, onsite location concrete production such as islands, mountain...
3 FedEx Linehaul Runs - Rialto, CA
Bloomington, CA
Well-established FedEx Linehaul operation based out of Rialto, CA. The business primarily operates unassigned runs, offering flexibility and strong earning potential. With FedEx’s continued growth and...
Cash Flow: $291,038
B2B Marketing Print & Promo & Marketing Business
San Luis Obispo County, CA
This is a fantastic opportunity to acquire a well-established and profitable B2B service provider located in northern San Luis Obispo County. The business is widely recognized for its exceptional...
Human Performance Code - Exec Training with Elite Instructor Team
California
Human Performance Code - Executive Performance Training Business ESTABLISHED EXECUTIVE TRAINING COMPANY Founded in 2018, this premium executive performance training business delivers high-impact...
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Chinese Restaurant Opportunity in San Francisco’s Richmond District
San Francisco, CA
Located in the highly sought-after Richmond District of San Francisco, this restaurant offers a prime opportunity for both new and experienced operators. Positioned in a vibrant neighborhood with...
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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
Blue Kangaroo PACKOUTZ
Franchise
Available Nationwide
Blue Kangaroo Packoutz is a rapidly growing contents cleaning and restoration franchise, emerging as a leader in a niche market nationwide.
Profitable Promotional Products Business
Riverside County, CA
Established in 2003, this profitable promotional products and marketing services business presents an outstanding opportunity for an entrepreneur seeking a turnkey operation with proven success....
Cash Flow: $60,000
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Profitable Healthy Casual Restaurant in Prime Brentwood Location
Brentwood, CA
Rare Turnkey Business Opportunity in Brentwood's Premier Retail Destination Take advantage of the opportunity to own an established, profitable fast-casual restaurant located within one of East Contra...
Cash Flow: $108,000
High-Margin Candy Retail Business with Proven Systems
Fairfield, CA
High-Margin Candy Retail Business with Proven Systems Established candy retail operation located in Solano Town Center, Fairfield's premier shopping destination. This turnkey business generates...
Cash Flow: $86,300
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Premier Steak & Seafood Restaurant-Prime Monterey Peninsula Location
Monterey, CA
A rare opportunity to own Kona Steak & Seafood a highly regarded full-service restaurant located in one of California’s most desirable coastal markets. This is a proven profitable operation with...
Multi-Tenant Mixed-Use with Existing Income
Auction by Ten-X™
Rialto, CA
Online auction: July 13-15, 2026
19,205 SF Storefront Retail Office For Sale...
Not Disclosed
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Mani Singh
TNW Business Brokers
Serving San Bernardino County, CA
TNW BUSINESS BROKERS offers hands on business experience in a wide variety of industries and provides the client with a structured preparation and methods for our market segment. We leverage the transaction process simple and more consistent. Our brokers work diligently with our principals. Our buyer database provides us to efficiently manage the buyer's process, increasing the buyer's activity, and improving the likelihood that will have a qualified buyer available for the listed businesses for sale.
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San Francisco Bay Area Neurology Practice for Sale
Contra Costa County, CA
The San Francisco Bay Area offers one of the most dynamic healthcare markets in the country, with a large patient population, strong insurance coverage, and consistent demand for specialty medical...
Cash Flow: $290,000
Exclusive U.S. Distribution Rights for Viral Beauty Brand
Los Angeles County, CA
This is a rare opportunity to acquire the exclusive U.S. distribution rights to a globally successful personal care brand with strong international validation and significant untapped upside in the...
Postal, Mailbox and Shipping Franchise, Low Rent, Short Hours
Riverside County, CA
This desirable Postal Franchise is located in premium trade area, anchored by a national grocery chain stores on a major busy street, providing subject business with a steady volume of vehicle as well...
Cash Flow: $59,186
Turnkey Charcuterie Catering Business in Prime San Diego Market
San Diego County, CA
Turnkey specialty catering and food business located in a desirable San Diego market with limited direct competition. The business specializes in premium charcuterie boards, boxes, grazing spreads,...
Restaurant & Bar - Full Liquor(ABC-Type 47) - High Net
Corona, CA
Great opportunity to acquire an attractive, upscale, high net, short hours, restaurant & bar with full liquor(ABC-Type 47) license located in a desirable Corona community, County of Riverside. This...
Cash Flow: $155,199
CMIT Solutions
Franchise
Available Nationwide
Tap into the lucrative world of technology with CMIT Solutions Franchise
Kitchen & Bath Flooring Company - Seller Financing - Diamond Bar Area
Los Angeles County, CA
Great opportunity to own a successful, well established, high net, short hour, Kitchen, Bath and Flooring Company that has been in business for about fifteen(15) years. Most projects of this Kitchen,...
Cash Flow: $365,024
Premium Catering & Grazing Board Business
Orange County, CA
Located in a bustling commercial plaza, this gourmet charcuterie business has established itself as a go-to provider in South Orange County. Since its founding in 2023, it has gained strong Google...
Established Gourmet Charcuterie Business – Orange County Location
Orange County, CA
Located in the heart of Orange County, this established gourmet food business is positioned to serve some of the region’s most desirable communities. Known for beautifully crafted boards, upscale...
Profitable Property Management Business with Real Estate Portfolio
Tulare County, CA
This profitable property management company specializes in fully furnished residential rentals throughout California's Central Valley. The business generates consistent revenue through two distinct...
Cash Flow: $255,000
Profitable Mobile Grooming Business in Upscale SFV
Los Angeles, CA
Bring your clippers! Highly Profitable Luxury Dog Grooming Business is for sale! Turn-key Opportunity for experienced groomer to take over busy client roster from retiring owner. Happy, Long-term...
Cash Flow: $87,000
Well Established Auto Repair Shop
Sacramento County, CA
This business is an established, family-owned general automotive repair and diagnostics center with over 23 years of customer service relationships. Operating from a prime corner location with high...
Cash Flow: $131,723
Restaurant for Sale-Prime Berkeley Location Near UC Berkeley
Berkeley, CA
Restaurant for Sale – Prime Berkeley Location Near UC Berkeley Excellent opportunity to acquire a fully equipped restaurant in the heart of Berkeley’s vibrant commercial district. Located on busy...
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20-Year Central Coast Law Firm | $2.3M Rev | $700K SDE | Owner-Indepen
California
Business Description: This is a rare opportunity to acquire a thriving, owner-independent law firm on California's Central Coast — a market known for its growth, affluence, and consistent demand for...
Cash Flow: $697,000
Premier Superfood Juice, Smoothie & Bowls – Affluent Coastal Market
Encinitas, CA
This is a rare opportunity to acquire and operate a premium juice, smoothie, and superfood bowl business in Encinitas—one of the most affluent, health-conscious coastal markets in the country. The...
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Early-Stage TikTok Shop Services Firm Serving High-Profile Brands
Los Angeles County, CA
This specialized commerce and marketing firm established an early leadership position within the TikTok Shop ecosystem by securing official authorization ahead of most competitors, allowing it to...
Cash Flow: $745,000
Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming
Franchise
Available in California
Average store sales are $665K/year with low investment gives you among the best returns in franchising. With over 200 stores, we are the leading grooming and retail concept in America.
E-2 Visa Friendly | To-Go Restaurant | New Equipment | Fremont
Fremont, CA
Asking Price: $166,000 Location: Fremont, CA Type: To-Go Only Restaurant Visa: E-2 Business Visa Friendly Well-established to-go only restaurant located in Fremont, CA. Easy-to-operate business with...
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Established Sign Franchise in Growing Central Valley Market
San Joaquin County, CA
This 4-year-old sign business is a fully operational, turnkey opportunity with a prime location in a busy retail plaza next to major national brands. The business includes a highly skilled team of...
20M Growing Lab, Full Service Lab with Major Insurance’s Contracts and
California
Manhattan Biz is presenting a big, old, real full menu laboratory: all tests, all specialties, contracted with major insurances. Adding accounts and growing business daily. Tests nicely spread across...
Cash Flow: $6,000,000
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Turnkey Charcuterie Catering Business in Coastal Southern California
San Diego County, CA
Step into one of the fastest-growing segments of the food and catering industry with this turnkey specialty charcuterie and grazing business located in a highly desirable Southern California coastal...
Turnkey Charcuterie Business
Visalia, CA
This is a rare opportunity to acquire an established, turnkey specialty food and charcuterie franchise operating in Tulare County, California. The business focuses on elevated presentation and...
Website Closers
Franchise
Available Nationwide
Own a fully supported M&A brokerage with international brand power, real deal flow, and scalable enterprise value.
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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Absentee-Run Claw Machine Arcade in Riverside Tyler Mall
Riverside, CA
Profitable Claw Machine Arcade in Prime Riverside Tyler Mall Location This established claw machine arcade presents an exceptional opportunity in the entertainment sector, strategically positioned...
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Established Oxi Fresh Franchise | 2 Territories | 9 Years | South Bay
Torrance, CA
Established Oxi Fresh Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning Franchise — 2 Protected Territories | South Bay Los Angeles | 9 Years in Business This is a rare opportunity to acquire a well-established, highly...
Cash Flow: $50,000
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Heaven's Best Carpet and Upholstery Cleaning Franchise
Sacramento County, CA
Heaven's Best Carpet Cleaning Franchise offers carpet cleaning, upholstery, tile & grout, and hardwood floor cleaning services. This is a fantastic opportunity with immediate customers waiting to...
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Oxnard, CA: Established Security Services Business Backed by Signal
Oxnard, CA
This opportunity is for a buyer looking to acquire an operating security services business with active contracts, immediate revenue, and infrastructure already in place while also benefiting from the...
EBITDA: $190,000
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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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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...
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...
Boba drinks and Asian fast food Restaurant
Antioch, CA
Stand alone fast food restaurant, highly visible corner, ample parking Marketing description 212 E 18th St, Antioch, CA 94509 Boba Wings Asian fastfood restaurant corner lot has several...
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Turnkey Education Franchise | Semi-Absentee | Scale Ready | Millbrae
Millbrae, CA
An established, fully operational math enrichment center is available for acquisition in Millbrae, CA, operating under the S.A.M Singapore Math franchise, one of the most recognized math enrichment...
Established High-Margin Digital Asset Flipping Online Business
Los Angeles County, CA
After five successful years(going on six), I am offering for sale one of the highest-margin businesses in my portfolio. For a new owner, this business offers a life that most dream off. It allows you...
Cash Flow: $159,000
Mint Condition Commercial Cleaning
Franchise
Available Nationwide
Mint Condition is an award-winning, best-in-class commercial cleaning franchise system designed for entrepreneurs ready to acquire and develop a scalable business asset.
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...
Cash Flow: $1,100,208
Live Edge Wood Slab Business – Turnkey, 7 Years Established
Sebastopol, CA
Live Edge Wood Slab Business For Sale – Turnkey Operation Established live edge wood slab business operating from the same Sonoma County location for 7 years. This is a rare opportunity to acquire a...
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Prime Drive-Through Coffee Business FOR SALE
Redwood City, CA
A rare chance to own a true drive-through coffee business in one of the most supply-constrained and high-demand corridors in San Mateo County, California. This drive through is strategically...
High-Volume Turnkey Restaurant in Lake Forest & Irvine
Lake Forest, CA
Intersection of Rockfield Blvd & Lake Forest Dr This is a rare opportunity to acquire a high-performing, turnkey restaurant perfectly positioned on the border of Lake Forest and Irvine. Located at the...
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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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Network in Action
Franchise
Available in California
ARE YOU A PEOPLE PERSON? We need professionals who have experience building and leading a team of people.
Multi-Provider Primary Care & Sleep Medicine Practice in Southern CA
San Bernardino, CA
Established in 1989 and operating from its current location since 2003, this long-standing multi-specialty medical practice is a highly reputable, high-volume operation serving a diverse and growing...
EBITDA: $874,000
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.
