Los Angeles, CA
ESTABLISHED MONTHLY PARKING BUSINESS - LOS ANGELES This turnkey parking business operates in the high-demand Los Angeles market, generating $79,800 in annual revenue with $65,000 in cash flow. The...
$129,000
Cash Flow: $65,000
Businesses For Sale in California
Local Info
Los Angeles Monthly Parking Business with Branded Website
3
Established Custom Cabinet Manufacturer – $5.4M Revenue, 40+ Years
Moorpark, CA
Rare opportunity to acquire a long-standing, highly regarded custom cabinet manufacturer with over four decades of brand equity and deep roots in Ventura County. This is a true legacy business known...
$1,650,000
Cash Flow: $639,746
Turnkey East Bay Area Bakery Cafe with Strong Wedding Cake Business
Alameda County, CA
FOR SALE: A complete Turnkey East Bay Area Bakery located in a busy shopping center. Attractive interior with 1182 sq ft of space that includes indoor and outdoor seating, attractive Federal display...
$350,000
Long Standing and Established Mexican Restaurant in Ukiah
Mendocino County, CA
This is a well-established Mexican restaurant located in Ukiah, California, operating in a high-visibility shopping plaza with strong local traffic. The restaurant is known for its authentic Mexican...
$147,050
Cash Flow: $4,170
Upscale Established Salon with Loyal Clientele and Employees
Marin County, CA
This is an established, upscale salon located in a highly desirable Bay Area market, known for its strong brand presence, loyal clientele, and premium service offerings. The business is fully...
$899,999
Long Standing Motorcycle and Bicycle Service Shop.
Santa Cruz, CA
Long standing motorcycle and bicycle service shop. Consistent clientele with minimal competition located nearby....
$599,999
Cash Flow: $174,785
Newly Built-out Boutique Wine & Cheese Specialty Store
San Francisco, CA
A neighborhood wine and cheese specialty shop focused solely on everyday customers. Explore a curated selection of Old and New World wines, artisan cheeses cut to order, charcuterie, crackers, and...
$200,000
Cash Flow: $75,000
Salon & Spa
Sunnyvale, CA
Established and trusted, community-rooted hair & beauty salon with a loyal client base built on consistency, craftsmanship, and care. Their seasoned stylists blend classic technique with modern trends...
$125,000
Cash Flow: $50,000
Oxnard, CA: Price Negotiable- Security Business for Sale
Oxnard, 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...
Not Disclosed
EBITDA: $200,000
2
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...
$240,000
FranchiseWoofie's
Available in California
Explore this recession-resistant franchise opportunity with high demand and low investment. Secure your stake in the thriving $110+ billion pet care industry! Uncover the potential and sniff out success with us!
$70,000
Turnkey, Full-Service Restaurant
San Francisco, CA
An exceptional opportunity to acquire a fully turnkey, design-forward New American restaurant in one of San Francisco’s most vibrant and sought-after neighborhoods. This chef-driven concept is known...
$250,000
Profitable Glass Business Ready for Your Vision
San Mateo County, CA
Step into a rare opportunity: a trusted glass business that's been the go-to name since 1976 for residential and commercial window replacements, custom glass, and repairs. What You're Getting: •...
$220,000
Cash Flow: $79,355
17K+/Month Net Laundromat | Van Nuys | Commercial-Ready | Proven $185K
$799,000
Los Angeles, CA
Yoga Wellness Center
Santa Cruz County, CA
This is a well-known, well attended yoga wellness center that is the 'talk of the town', reaching beyond Santa Cruz County, with a broad range of weekly classes, and recognized for unique offerings...
$180,000
Cash Flow: $128,876
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...
$29,000,000
Cash Flow: $6,000,000
2
Eric Johnson
First Choice Business Brokers Los Angeles
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
As a Franchisee/Broker at First Choice Business Brokers, I help Main Street to Lower-Middle-Market businesses with proven business models and cash flow find strategic exits. I have been active in starting, scaling, and exiting businesses for over 3 decades having successfully facilitated deals across various sectors, including technology, transportation, manufacturing, retail, and franchise sales.
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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...
$694,148
EBITDA: $105,000
Prime Irvine Restaurant Opportunity | High-Volume ($3M Annual Sales)
Irvine, CA
*May not qualify for an SBA loan, as the business has been operating for less than two years. *Seller is not open to doing any seller financing. *Anyone who contacts the store directly or approaches...
$790,000
18
Turnkey Charcuterie Business
Tulare County, 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...
$178,000
Open, Operating and Profitable Home Healthcare Franchise Resale
Fair Oaks, CA
Our franchise owners provide home care and personal assistance to individuals who are aging, disabled or rehabilitating, which allows clients to remain living independently at home. Through training...
$275,000
Cash Flow: $92,000
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
7
FranchiseCanine Dimensions In-home Dog Training
Available in California
Become a certified professional dog trainer with America's Favorite In-home Dog Training Franchise! Earn $150k and up. No need to lease commercial space. We train in the clients' homes – solving behavior problems where they're happening and giving our clients fast results. Canine Dimensions has been bringing out the good behavior in dogs since 1997.
$65,000
Pour Me Taproom
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: $175,000
7
Large indoor playground venue with arcade, 2 cafés, and 3 party rooms
Riverside, CA
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a large indoor family entertainment venue featuring a commercial playground, arcade, café, and multiple private party rooms. The facility was built with...
$595,000
14
Established Escape Room
$425,000
Los Angeles County, CA
$0 Down Established Pet Service Franchise - take home $2400+
Oakland, CA
The customer base spans Oakland, San Ramon & San Leandro and revenue is actively generating! Instead of starting from scratch, you step into an existing pet waste scooping business that already has...
Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $70,000
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
Enterprise Hospitality SaaS: Remote, Scalable, F500 Partnerships
San Francisco, CA
A modern, enterprise-grade SaaS and hardware platform serving high-volume hospitality operators across stadiums, healthcare campuses, resorts, and large institutional facilities. This technology...
$1,900,000
Cash Flow: $139,379
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...
$3,700,000
Cash Flow: $1,100,208
Management Team in PLace, SBA-Ready, Real Estate available for sale
Contra Costa County, CA
Imagine owning a thriving cabinet finishing business that practically runs itself! This established company has been serving the Greater Bay Area for over 30 years, building rock-solid relationships...
$1,050,000
Cash Flow: $289,246
Turnkey Hot Pot Restaurant- Unbeatable Location in Rowland Heights
Rowland Heights, CA
A rare turnkey opportunity to acquire a beautifully built-out hot pot restaurant in one of the most desirable dining destinations - Rowland Heights’ iconic Seasons Place Shopping Center. This vibrant...
$290,000
22
FranchiseAll County Property Management
Available Nationwide
Leading Residential Property Management Franchise Seeking Like Minded Candidates. We provide an opportunity in Property Mgmt for those seeking a residual income and the lifestyle that accompanies it.
$75,000
Iconic Shabu Shabu Restaurant for Sale – Arcadia, CA
Arcadia, CA
Iconic Shabu Shabu Restaurant for Sale – Arcadia, CA For the first time in 20 years, this legendary shabu shabu restaurant is now on the market. This is a rare turnkey opportunity to take over one of...
$188,000
20
Walk In. Take Over. Get Paid. 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...
$95,000
9
Own Pasadena’s Premier Sports Recovery & Wellness Studio
$299,000
Pasadena, CA
Very Successful Low Touch Online Business
Los Angeles County, CA
Selling a lean, high-performing asset built on years of digital excellence. This fully optimized, revenue generating operation with elite systems is already dialed in. This online business sells a...
$30,000
Cash Flow: $35,000
Franchised Juice Bar - 100% Employee Run - Hacienda Heights Area
Los Angeles County, CA
Great opportunity to acquire a well-established, 100% absentee owned and 100% employee operated, franchised juice bar located in a very desirable and upscale Hacienda Heights area, County of Los...
$300,000
FranchiseFS Cut & Color
Available in California
Unlock Your Future with FS Cut & Color! Join a thriving community of nearly 600 franchises and counting with FS Cut & Color. Leverage our affordable luxury brand, low overhead, and simple operations for a stable investment in the ever-growing hair care industry. Benefit from our cutting-edge POS and color technology, exclusive product lines, and comprehensive franchise support. With thousands of available territories and a proven business model, you can scale your business efficiently. Discover how you can start your journey with FS Cut & Color and achieve entrepreneurial success.
$50,000
Sizzler Franchise - Beer & Wine -Well Established -San Fernando Valley
Los Angeles County, CA
Sizzler Franchise, well-established, short hours, 100% absentee owned and 100% employee operated, desirable and upscale community of San Fernando Valley. Please note, that this franchisee is located...
$250,000
Automotive Business – Semi-Automated Operation
Laguna Niguel, CA
Located in Laguna Niguel, California, this semi-automated business specializes in high-performance automotive parts and accessories through a professionally built website. The business lists over...
$150,000
Cash Flow: $45,000
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Established Luxury Home Design & Sales Firm with Exceptional Cash Flow
Monterey County, CA
Exceptional opportunity to acquire a well-established luxury residential design and product sales firm with $4.7M revenue and $595K owner SDE, operating in one of California’s most affluent coastal...
$1,997,000
Cash Flow: $595,783
Real Estate(Land & Building) - Discount and Liquidation Business
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
Prime Campus Location Restaurant/Bar Near UC Davis – 4,500 SF
Davis, CA
Prime Restaurant & Sports Bar Right Off UC Davis Campus – Fully Renovated This 4,500 sq ft location (3,500 sq ft interior + 1,000 sq ft L-shaped patio) is fully renovated with all new equipment and...
$150,000
Cash Flow: $100,000
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Mike Maiman
MKL Agency Broker
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
MKL is a Mergers & Acquisitions Advisory Firm that works Exclusively with Independent Insurance Agents and Brokers throughout the USA. Connecting Sellers To Cash Buyers Working In all 50 States Strict Confidentiality Valuation Specialist Licensed Insurance Broker focused strictly on selling Insurance Agencies & Books of Business
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Mobile Car Cleaning Service
San Francisco, CA
We deliver professional car cleaning and detailing services right to your doorstep. We specialize in interior and exterior cleaning, waxing, vacuuming, and odor removal — all performed using...
$100,000
Cash Flow: $150,000
Appliance Repair Company
Los Gatos, CA
This offering is for a premium appliance repair business operating across five major California metro areas. Specializing in high-end brands, the company boasts a reputation for precision, speed, and...
$1,180,000
Cash Flow: $393,237
Child Safety Pool Fence No Crew Needed Exclusive Territory
$274,500
California
Dominant tuxedo sales and rental store in the market
Santa Clara County, CA
Strong Bay Area brand with absentee operations and expansion-ready infrastructure. This profitable, well-established business has meaningful brand recognition and repeat clientele across the Bay Area,...
$711,000
Cash Flow: $168,638
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...
Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $400,000
FranchiseBlack Optix Tint
Available in California
Black Optix Tint is a premium window tint and auto styling franchise built for owners who want a polished, modern operation backed by United Franchise Group. We focus on auto tint, paint protection film (PPF), ceramic coatings, accessories, and residential/commercial tint, delivering clean installs, an upscale showroom experience, and five-star customer care.
$60,000
Turnkey Low Touch Highly Profitable Digital Online Business
Los Angeles County, CA
Picture this; a digital evergreen business that doesn't sell physical products. No items to ship, no products to buy. Picture a business that literally takes less than 2 hours a week to operate....at...
$190,000
Cash Flow: $98,000
FULLY TURNKEY | Established Grocery Store in San Gabriel Vally, CA
Los Angeles County, CA
Turnkey Asian Supermarket for Sale – San Gabriel Valley Exceptional opportunity in the highly desirable San Gabriel Valley area of San Gabriel Valley. This well-established, fully turnkey Asian...
$1,300,000
9
Santa Monica Restaurant Beer & Wine – Prime Location
Santa Monica, CA
Currently open for breakfast and lunch only, with strong potential for a new owner to expand into dinner service, delivery, and catering. The restaurant is generating $2,000,000 in 2025 gross sales...
$1,050,000
6
Established Farmers Insurance Agency for Sale
Marysville, CA
Farmers Insurance Agency for sale in the Sacramento/Placer county area. Well established agency with great retention. Agency owner is retiring and willing to carry a partial note on the book of...
$525,000
Veterinary Clinic for sale
Ventura County, CA
This 5 day a week clinic has been Established over 30 years ago with very loyal clients. professional long employed staff members, upgraded and up to date equipment. Semi Absentee ownership. A lot of...
$845,000
Cash Flow: $393,848
PRIME Farmers insurance Agency
Monterey County, CA
PRIME Farmers Insurance Agency - Profitable Opportunity in Monterey County This established Farmers Insurance franchise presents an exceptional opportunity for an ambitious entrepreneur seeking a...
$427,956
Cash Flow: $252,000
2
Fully equipped spacious daycare Perfect for an owner-operator investor
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Citrus Heights, CA
Versatile 4,596 sq. ft. building on 0.78 acres with 19 parking spaces in a high-traffic neighborhood. Currently set up as a daycare, this turnkey facility is ideal for an owner-operator and can easily...
$1,566,000
3
San Diego Speakeasy Gaslamp District
San Diego, CA
Located in the heart of the Gaslamp District in San Diego! Heavy Foot traffic from Padres games, Convention Center, Hotels, Condos and tourists! We have an incredible staff, management and concept...
$375,000
Cash Flow: $200,000
Turnkey Home-Based Business with AI Systems–Built for Rapid Expansion
Riverside County, CA
This is a turnkey, AI-powered real estate business that helps with residential disputes. Customers pay a fee to use a custom system that guides them step-by-step based on their situation. The software...
$24,995
2
FranchiseCharleys Philly Steaks & Wings
Available in California
With an AUV of $958,680* for strip center locations, and a Highly differentiated product, Charley’s is stronger than ever before! Over 50% of our franchises have developed multi-units! 780 locations and we’re not slowing down anytime soon!
$200,000
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.
