Los Angeles, CA
Founded in 2019, this U.S.-based women’s fashion brand embodies a trend-forward, contemporary aesthetic with inclusive sizing from S to 3X, catering primarily to boutique retailers. Renowned for its...
$190,000
Cash Flow: $173,000
Los Angeles, CA
Founded in 2019, this U.S.-based women’s fashion brand embodies a trend-forward, contemporary aesthetic with inclusive sizing from S to 3X, catering primarily to boutique retailers. Renowned for its...
$190,000
Cash Flow: $173,000
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
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Riverside County, CA
Great opportunity to own an short hours, major busy street location, high visibility, Discount and Liquidation business with Real Estate(Land & Building). Location on a major busy street, ensures a...
$900,000
Cash Flow: $174,000
San Diego, CA
Here’s everything you need to know about VENDTOYZ: WHAT YOU'RE GETTING $4,500+ monthly cashflow Prime locations with high foot traffic (already secured) High profit margins (low-cost toys, high-value...
$30,000
Cash Flow: $54,000
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
Julian, CA
Nestled in the heart of Julian’s scenic backcountry, this well-appointed business offering presents a rare opportunity to acquire a fully equipped restaurant space with strong infrastructure and...
$110,000
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...
$150,000
Torrance, CA
Here’s everything you need to know about VENDTOYZ: WHAT YOU'RE GETTING $4,500+ monthly cashflow Prime locations with high foot traffic (already secured) High profit margins (low-cost toys, high-value...
$30,000
Cash Flow: $54,000
Los Angeles County, CA
Selling a lean online business from our portfolio of 21 online businesses. We have many many years building businesses with a long track record of success across a multitude of digital ventures. This...
$45,000
Cash Flow: $37,000
Los Angeles County, CA
Long Established Bakery for Sale – Turnkey Business with Catering & Wedding Cakes! Profitable, fully-equipped bakery in a prime location, known for its bread, gourmet pastries, and custom wedding...
$350,000
EBITDA: $150,000
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
Ontario, CA
1,200+ Staff on assignment with 100+ Loyal Clients Established industrial staffing platform serving Southern California with exceptional growth trajectory and operational excellence. This asset sale...
$8,500,000
Cash Flow: $7,000,000
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
$49,000
Pacifica, CA
Long Beach, 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
Los Angeles, 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
Todd Warner CVA, CM&AA, CMAP
WarnerWest Advisors Inc
Serving Fresno County, CA
WarnerWest Advisors represents business owners and sellers throughout California and the Western US. Primary industry focus areas includes Agribusiness Companies, Distribution Businesses, Manufacturers, Healthcare Businesses, Storage Facilities, and other Industrial / Commercial Entities. Our service areas include Mergers and Acquisitions, Business Valuation, Seller Exit Planning, and Commercial Real Estate Representation. We focus our efforts on individual engagements, and provide confidential personalized representation, allowing our clients to maintain their focus on operating their business. At WarnerWest Advisors we maintain valuable open communication ties with institutional buyers, many private equity groups, family offices, and high net worth individuals. These ongoing buyer relationships help to provide our sellers with tangible alternatives to signs and listing services and during a business sale marketing campaign. As a result, our successful and completed sale transactions have come from cash offers and have not required outside financing contingencies. We also represent buyers and sellers of farms, ranches, and investment properties in commercial real estate transactions. References available upon request.
San Bernardino County, CA
BUSINESS AT A GLANCE ? Monthly Cash Flow: 500% mark up, $4,000+ p/m revenue* ? Premium Locations: Data backed, high foot traffic locations in premium retail spaces ? Fully Managed & Automated: Minimal...
$30,000
Cash Flow: $54,000
San Diego County, CA
BUSINESS AT A GLANCE ? Monthly Cash Flow: 500% mark up, $4,000+ p/m revenue* ? Premium Locations: Data backed, high foot traffic locations in premium retail spaces ? Fully Managed & Automated: Minimal...
$30,000
Cash Flow: $54,000
Big Bear Lake, CA
Big Bear Auto Repair - Established NAPA Certified Auto Center This well-established automotive repair business has served Big Bear Lake, California for 39 years, making it the oldest and most...
$350,000
Cash Flow: $125,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Orange County, CA
Rare opportunity to own two(2) High Gross, High Net, Mexican Restaurants with Real Estate(Land & Building) centrally located in County of Orange. Please note, that these businesses with ample seating...
$10,000,000
Cash Flow: $1,323,473
Bakersfield, CA
Established 2004. Shows well clean throughout. Present owner lives 7 hours away. Present manager has been with the store for about 3 years being paid $34,220 yr. Manager left several months ago... The...
$355,000
Cash Flow: $143,000
Available Nationwide
Blue Kangaroo Packoutz is a rapidly growing contents cleaning and restoration franchise, emerging as a leader in a niche market nationwide.
$150,000
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
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Signal Hill, CA
** Perfect for 1031 Exchange Buyers** Motivated retiring sellers after 27 years in business (building has been an established mechanic shop since 1978) are selling their business and real estate...
$2,800,000
$2,100,000
Oceanside, CA
Glendale, CA
Established Medicare-certified Home Health Agency located in Glendale, California, fully licensed by the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) and accredited by the Joint Commission. The...
$220,000
San Bernardino County, CA
Quick Highlights: • High-Margin, Scalable Model – Lean operations, outsourced production. • Made-in-U.S.A. – Premium positioning and compliance advantage. • Proprietary Formulas – Developed over many...
$1,500,000
Cash Flow: $305,000
Poway, CA
Unlock Amazon Scale with a Proven, Recurring-Revenue Agency Built for Strategic Acquisition This is a rare opportunity to acquire a profitable, systematized Amazon growth agency with embedded...
Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $585,945
San Diego, CA
High-End Business Networking Club - Established Chapter for Sale. This is your opportunity to step into ownership of an established chapter of CEO Life, a premier business networking, education,...
$500,000
Cash Flow: $1,496,025
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
San Diego, CA
The Signal franchise network is dedicated to providing peace of mind to communities and building a profitable, sustainable business. This isn’t just about stepping into revenue, it’s about growing...
$750,000
Long Beach, CA
Opportunity to be apart of one of the most recognized Seafood Boil restaurants in Los Angeles, Stinkin Crawfish. Established in 2023. Generated $650k in annual revenue in 2024. Located in the heart of...
$180,000
Available in California
Join the leader in junk removal with multiple revenue streams, community impact, and lifestyle flexability. The Junkluggers offers entrepreneurs to grow in this $75 billion industry with the tools and technology to support them.
$75,000
Los Angeles, CA
Turnkey Airbnb Business – 3 Homes / 15 Rooms – Los Angeles This is a rare opportunity to acquire a profitable, fully operational Airbnb business in one of the most desirable rental markets in the...
$260,000
Cash Flow: $110,000
San Diego, CA
Business for Sale: Hemp Health / Pharma Hemp Complex Asking Price: $275,000 ($275,000 Biz Valuation + $240,000 Inventory at cost value Website: www.hemphealthinc.com Years in Business: 14 Location:...
$275,000
Cash Flow: $94,114
$450,000
Gilroy, CA
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
Los Angeles, CA
Happy Customers Bring Fast Growth for this Turn-Key Self-Serve Pet Wash! Recent build-out with professional grade tubs, dryers, W/D, racks, ramps, and so much more. Super clean environment gives pet...
$95,000
Available Nationwide
Take a BITE out of the pet care industry with five key revenue drivers in one modern facility!
$150,000
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
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
Carson, CA
Trusted by Thousands Across LA & Orange County — Turnkey Landscaping & Irrigation Business with Strong Cash Flow. Founded in 2019, Aerations Plus is a well-established and highly reputable provider of...
$2,400,000
Cash Flow: $820,000
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
California
Top 10 Crypto News Media Brand | Global Syndication | 25M+ Monthly Impressions A high-authority, crypto-native news platform and newswire service ranked among the top 10 globally, with extensive...
$16,000,000
Cash Flow: $6,900,000
Leslie Horton
California eTime Solutions & Liberty Group Of Nevada
Serving Placer County, CA
Leslie Horton, an M&A Advisor/Broker, is a transaction architect specializing in strategic exits, comprehensive analysis, effective preparation and successful outcomes. Ms. Horton thoroughly enjoys selling good businesses and commercial buildings on behalf of her valued clients. In Northern California, Ms. Horton is the owner of eTime Solutions. In Northern Nevada, Ms. Horton is affiliated with The Liberty Group of Nevada, LLC. Both companies are well established and respected. Industries served include manufacturing, distribution, construction, high technology and several other professional industries.
Huntington Beach, CA
company is well established wholesale food distribution company based in Orange county ,California at 2020. Our company has grown to become a leading supplier of high quality food products more than...
$1,950,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Yokuts Valley, CA
PRICE REDUCED: Turnkey Boutique Winery & Fortress-Like Safe Haven Estate in Central California Wine Country $835,000 | Sierra Peaks Winery | Squaw Valley-Miramonte AVA | Fresno County, CA Nestled at...
$800,000
$745,000
Ventura, CA
San Bernardino, 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
Victorville, 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
Available Nationwide
Dryer Vent Squad is a low-investment home service franchise with an entry-level below $50K. They clean and service dryer vents in homes and apartment buildings. Dryer Vents are the leading cause of home fires and this franchise helps homeowners keep their homes safe.
$50,000
Ventura, 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
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
Carson, CA
This Seafood Boil is a thriving restaurant established in 2019, generating $1.8 million in annual revenue with $200,000 in seller's discretionary earnings. Located in Carson, CA, this turnkey...
$850,000
Cash Flow: $200,000
Orange County, CA
LOCATION- LOCATION- LOCATION In close proximity to Angels Stadium, Disney, Convention Center, & Hotels, Colleges & Universities. This business is an absolute gem. Low overhead due to its 2500 Sq ft...
$1,599,999
Cash Flow: $910,000
Big Bear Lake, CA
Step into ownership of Stella Luna, a well-established restaurant in the heart of Big Bear Lake. Known for its scratch-made, organic menu and fun, welcoming atmosphere, Stella Luna has built a loyal...
$269,000
Cash Flow: $150,000
Los Angeles, CA
Aesthetic Practice with 20+ Years of Brand Power in Prime Beverly Hills Location Acquire a highly profitable and well-established aesthetic practice in one of the most sought-after markets in the U.S....
$395,000
Cash Flow: $101,250
Walnut Creek, CA
Complete hair and facial salon for sale!...
$25,000
Rancho Mirage, CA
Established Sports and Orthopedic Physical Therapy Clinic in Rancho Mirage, CA This boutique physical therapy practice, established in 2017, serves an ultra-high net worth clientele in the prestigious...
$105,000
Cash Flow: $87,000
Ontario, 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
Available in California
Join one of America's first franchises in commercial cleaning with 65+ years of experience in the industry. Low startup capital and high earning potential upwards of $1.97M in average gross sales.
$100,000
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
Number of Businesses for Sale |
~5,500 |
Median Asking Price |
$360,000 |
Median Reported Revenue |
$630,000 |
Median Reported Earnings |
$150,000 |
Profit Margin |
23% |
Earnings Multiple |
2.5 |
Revenue Multiple |
0.6 |
Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings. |
Major Metro Areas
More than 80% of all businesses for sale in the state are in the following six metro areas:
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.
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.