San Diego, CA
$79,900
Businesses in California For Sale
Local Info
Established & Much Loved Pet Sitting Service!
A Thriving, Modern Hair Salon – Turnkey
California
$99,000
A Thriving, Modern Hair Salon – Turnkey
California
$99,000
Papa Johns Pizza - Profitable -Great Location - Very Low Rents
Los Angeles, CA
$199,000
Boba & Dessert Business Riverside County Sale Pending
Riverside County, CA
$25,000
Premier Waterfront Seafood Restaurant Opportunity
Santa Cruz, CA
$399,000
Turnkey Go Karting Business
Sonoma County, CA
$1,500,000
Branded Wholesale Bakery-frozen dough products
Brisbane, CA
$75,000
Asian hot pot restaurant for sale in South San Francisco
South San Francisco, CA
$250,000
Great Price Allstate Agency 10 year Location
Santa Clara County, CA
$290,000
Have it all in Long Beach
Long Beach, CA
$1,200,000
Highly Profitable Law Firm in Contra Costa County
Contra Costa County, CA
$2,900,000
Long Term Residential HVAC Company serving Napa Valley
California
$4,200,000
Thriving Naturopathic Medicine Practice for Sale
Pismo Beach, CA
$200,000
Profitable Florist Celebrating it's 50th Year in Business
Mission Hills, CA
$400,000
Reduce For Quicker Sale!-Bring Your Best Offers! High Revenue Store
Los Angeles, CA
$320,000
Rob Rigolfi
California Business Realty
Serving Contra Costa County, CA
California Business Realty offers a comprehensive range of services to assist business owners in successfully selling their businesses. Our team of experienced professionals helps navigate the complex process of selling a business by providing valuable expertise and confidential guidance every step of the way. California Business Realty assists buyers in identifying and purchasing their ideal businesses or franchises through a comprehensive process. Most business sales and purchases involve leased premises. Aligning the lease terms with the future plans of a business are critical to its value. Those that include the associated real estate as part of the sale require specific skills and attention. At California Business Realty, we not only negotiate leases but also facilitate the sale and purchase of buildings, land, and use easements associated with the business being sold or purchased.
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Real Estate and Mortgage Company For Sale
California
$700,000
Remote Absentee National Sales Training Company
California
$1,600,000
Charm Kiosks For Sale.......amazing Opportunity
San Bernardino County, CA
$215,000
Well Established and Highly Profitable Auto Repair Shop in Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA
$249,500
Popular Pizzeria & Wine Bar
Aptos, CA
$59,000
Papa Johns Pizza - 25 Years in Business, Profitable & Turnkey
San Diego County, CA
$175,000
Multi-Location Metal Stamping & Fabrication Manufacturer
California
$750,000
El Pollo Loco - Great for Owner-Operator
San Bernardino County, CA
$800,000
Nationally Recognized Fast Food Franchise – Prime Location! Absentee
San Gabriel, CA
$387,000
Profitable Licensed Preschool (131-Lic.) w/ Long-Term Ground Lease
Whittier, CA
$2,100,000
Profitable Wholesale Fashion Accessories & Cosmetics Store
Los Angeles, CA
$2,600,000
Auto Repair: Profitable, Consistent and Specialized
Westlake Village, CA
$850,000
Restaurant for sale in Orange County
Orange County, CA
$149,900
For Sale: Quik Stop Gas Station Franchise – Yuba City, CA
Yuba City, CA
$350,000
Deli Cafe with a beer & wine license
Los Gatos, CA
$219,000
Smoke Shop Business Opportunity! -Survival of The Fittest
Redondo Beach, CA
$50,000
Well Established Profitable Machine Shop in Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA
$449,000
Burbank CPA/Business Management Firm for Sale
Burbank, CA
$825,000
Highly Profitable Legal Support Services Business
Santa Rosa, CA
$95,000
Smog Test Shop - Ventura County
Ventura County, CA
$499,000
Established hair salon:7 stations, staffed, and open 6 days a week
Los Angeles County, CA
$59,999
Vending machine at location for sale 11 total combo snacks and drinks
Van Nuys, CA
$99,999
Well Established Party Rental Company in Greater Los Angeles
Los Angeles County, CA
$1,125,000
Supermarket with Property
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Beaumont, CA
$3,000,000
High Growth MarTech Consulting Firm
Alameda County, CA
Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $1,000,000
Dental Practice Management SaaS Platform
Alameda County, CA
Not Disclosed
EBITDA: $200,000
Bookkeeping & Accounting Franchise for Sale
San Diego County, CA
$550,000
Clothing (Blythe)
Blythe, CA
$160,000
Gus Otaki
Petroleum Realty
Serving San Bernardino County, CA
Petroleum Realty – Over 35 Years of Specialized Excellence Gus Otaki At Petroleum Realty, our name says it all. For over 35 years, we have specialized exclusively in gas station sales, financing, remodeling, and construction. With a deep understanding of the industry, we’ve matched countless buyers and sellers based on their needs, goals, and capabilities—building a foundation of trust, integrity, and lifelong relationships. Our team’s commitment to performance and excellence has resulted in over $500 million in gas station sales, along with successful transactions in multifamily, land, and retail properties. We also specialize in investment sales and tenant representation, offering comprehensive real estate services across Los Angeles County, Orange County, San Diego County, and the Inland Empire. Fluent in English, Arabic, and some German, we ensure smooth communication and personalized service. During escrow, we assist with all documentation, ensuring compliance with state and local regulations, and oil company requirements. Our clients are treated with the utmost respect, honesty, confidentiality, and integrity—values that have earned us a reputation built largely on referrals and repeat business.
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Existing Nail Salon Space Available!
Van Nuys, CA
$1
Preschool Business For Sale Alameda, CA
Alameda, CA
$600,000
Sacramento Beer and Wine Store - Prime Location & Growth Potential
Sacramento County, CA
$199,900
Commercial Interior Design & Design/Construction Documents
California
Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $375,000
Warehouse Opportunity
North Hollywood, CA
$1,200,000
Empower, Inspire, and Profit: Women’s Group Fitness Franchise
Sacramento County, CA
$49,000
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.
