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Day Care and Child Care Centers in CA For Sale

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118+ Lic. | Rare Montessori Business + Real Estate Acquisition.

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

San Joaquin County, CA

Rare opportunity to acquire an established child care business together with the purpose-built real estate from which it operates. The business and property are offered together in one transaction,...

$1,999,000

$1,999,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

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Children's Educational & Activity Club - Russian-speaking Community

Orange County, CA

Established Russian-speaking children’s enrichment and education center located in Orange County. This business offers a unique community-focused environment helping children preserve and develop...

$120,000

$120,000

Cash Flow: $50,000

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Preschool Building For Sale San Jose (Real Estate Sale Only)

San Jose, CA

Located in the vibrant North San Jose area, Offers a convenient and accessible location near Downtown San Jose, major freeways, public transportation, and a wide range of restaurants, businesses, and...

$2,200,000

$2,200,000

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Ventura Blvd Day Care for Sale

Los Angeles, CA

Montessori Business for sale in Prime Location! Investment highlights Ventura blvd- Woodland hills Business + All Inventory. Licensed for 40 children 150k spent on building/ play yard and all...

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$285,000

$285,000

Indoor Playground and Cafe in Los Angeles

Los Angeles, CA

This is a sale of the well-established indoor playground and café in the highly desirable Eagle Rock community. This thriving turnkey business occupies approximately 6,000 square feet across two...

$225,000

$225,000

Established Youth Education Franchise – South Orange County

Riverside County, CA

This is an opportunity to acquire a long-standing, profitable Young Rembrandts franchise operating in South Orange County, one of the most affluent and family-dense regions in California. The program...

$50,000

$50,000

Cash Flow: $44,264

Looking for a business person to own or co-operate my current daycare

San Jose, CA

Established Home-Based Daycare & Preschool - San Jose, CA This well-established home daycare and preschool has been serving the San Jose community since September 2015, offering a unique blend of...

$35,700

$35,700

Cash Flow: $58,700

Absentee Owned Established Specialty Toy & Collectibles Franchise

Orange County, CA

This is a rare opportunity to acquire an established specialty toy and collectibles franchise in Orange County. The business focuses on the buying, selling, and trading of LEGO® products, including...

$165,000

$165,000

EBITDA: $91,950

Santa Clara County Preschool for Sale - Bright & Spacious

Santa Clara County, CA

Well established Preschool Center for sale in Santa Clara County. Wonderful opportunity to own a profitable, well-established, mid-to-large preschool center located in a desirable and affluent Santa...

$750,000

$750,000

Preschool Business For Sale Fremont , CA (Mission)

Fremont, CA

Situated along a prominent commercial corridor in Fremont, CA, offering excellent visibility and convenient access to surrounding residential communities and businesses. The property benefits from its...

$300,000

$300,000

Apex Leadership Co
Franchise

Available in California

Raise more funds. Build stronger leaders. Own a mission-driven business that transforms schools and communities.

$150,000

$150,000

Avg. Unit Revenue: $916,578

Profitable large capacity Preschool in South SF Bay Area

Santa Clara County, CA

ESTABLISHED PRESCHOOL OPERATION - SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO BAY AREA This well-established preschool represents a compelling acquisition opportunity for qualified buyers seeking entry into or expansion...

$520,000

$520,000

Cash Flow: $173,000

145+ Lic | Los Angeles County | Child Care Ctr. | Exceptional Upside.

Los Angeles County, CA

We are pleased to present the exclusive opportunity to acquire a well-established child care and early education business with a licensed capacity exceeding 145 children. Serving a desirable...

$1,299,000

$1,299,000

Established Preschool + Real Estate | 205 Capacity | Santa Clarita, CA

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Santa Clarita, CA

Rare opportunity to acquire a long-standing, independently operated childcare center along with the underlying real estate in Santa Clarita, CA. Creative Years Infant Center & Preschool has been...

$5,375,000

$5,375,000

Cash Flow: $250,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Preschool Business For Sale Oakdale, CA

Oakdale, CA

Located in a charming, small-town neighborhood known for its welcoming community and rich history. Oakdale, often referred to as the "Cowboy Capital of the World," offers a blend of rural charm and...

$510,000

$510,000

Established Child Care Business + Real Estate in Marin County.

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Marin County, CA

A rare opportunity to acquire both an established child care business and the underlying real estate in a highly desirable North Bay market. The school has operated from this location for decades and...

$2,600,000

$2,600,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Carter Asefi

Gaines BB.

Serving San Francisco County, CA

Built by Franchisees, for Franchisees. FranBizNetwork was founded by Carter Asefi, a veteran M&A advisor and active multi-state franchisee. We don’t just understand the paperwork; we understand the pavement. With experience managing operations, marketing, and customer relations across multiple territories, Carter and the FranBizNetwork team bring a dual perspective to every deal. Why that matters for your transaction: Operational DNA: We look past the spreadsheets to understand the actual health of your operations. 80+ Years of Combined M&A Grit: We use our deep industry history to anticipate "deal-killer" issues before they arise. Multi-State Expertise: We navigate the complexities of different markets and regulatory landscapes with ease. The Right Track, Every Time: Our goal isn't just a closed deal; it’s a successful transition that respects the legacy you’ve built or the investment you’re making. Real-world experience. Professional M&A results. Explore our current listings at www.FranBizNetwork.com.

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Profitable Child Care Business + Real Estate Included.

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Contra Costa County, CA

Confidential opportunity to acquire a highly profitable, long-established child care and early education business together with the underlying real estate in one transaction. The business operates as...

$3,520,000

$3,520,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Preschool For Sale San Francisco, CA

San Francisco, CA

One of San Francisco's most desirable neighborhoods. The location offers excellent visibility and accessibility, with close proximity to major thoroughfares, public transportation, parks, dining,...

$3,000,000

$3,000,000

After-School & Homeschool Enrichment Academy for Sale

Mission Viejo, CA

At our learning center, experienced and compassionate educators make learning accessible, engaging, and enjoyable. As a one-of-a-kind California learning center, we are dedicated to inspiring...

$180,000

$180,000

Cash Flow: $30,000

Preschool For Sale San Ramon, CA

San Ramon, CA

Situated in the heart of San Ramon's thriving Crow Canyon corridor, offering excellent access to major retail centers, dining, and business hubs. The property is conveniently located near shopping...

$700,000

$700,000

Preschool for Sale Spring Valley (San Diego, CA)

Spring Valley, CA

Located in the heart of Spring Valley, an established East County San Diego community known for its suburban feel, family-friendly atmosphere, and convenient access to parks, schools, shopping, and...

$640,000

$640,000

The Learning Experience
Franchise

Available in California

Join the #1 childcare franchise!

$150,000

$150,000

Avg. Unit Revenue: $2,098,048

Preschool business for sale Chatsworth, CA

Chatsworth, CA

A well-established community in the northwest San Fernando Valley. The property enjoys excellent accessibility with close proximity to major thoroughfares including Topanga Canyon Boulevard and the...

$2,150,000

$2,150,000

After School Learning, Tutorial, Childcare Center With Transportation

Orange County, CA

***In Escrow*** In 2014, as working parents, the founders were searching for an after-school program for their own children, not finding a program that fulfilled all their expectations, the founders...

$1,200,000

$1,200,000

Cash Flow: $286,901

Absentee-run family entertainment franchise

California

Imagine stepping into your own thriving children's entertainment franchise where laughter fills the air and families create lasting memories. You'll love how this established business practically runs...

$600,000

$600,000

Cash Flow: $189,058

Franchise Tutoring Center

Placer County, CA

This established tutoring and test preparation center represents a proven educational franchise opportunity in Humboldt County. The business operates from a high-visibility commercial location with...

$225,000

$225,000

Cash Flow: $52,986

Preschool Business For Sale Fremont, CA Licensed For Kids 120

Fremont, CA

Preschool Business for Sale in Fremont, Licensed for 120 Kids Expansion potential. Excellent high density location (surrounded by residential & commercial) Close to the freeways Licensed for 120 kids...

$1,975,000

$1,975,000

Preschool Business For Sale Alameda, CA

Alameda, CA

Situated in the Mariner Square area, known for its waterfront properties and marina access. The location has a unique mix of residential, commercial, and recreational spaces. The location bene?ts f...

$250,000

$250,000

Preschool Business for Sale in Danville

Danville, CA

Located in the heart of Danville, a highly desirable and affluent community in California. This prime location offers a peaceful suburban atmosphere while being just minutes away from the vibrant...

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Not Disclosed

Cash Flow: $300,000

After School Education

La Crescenta, CA

This after school is designed to help students excel on exams while proving personalized guidance and academic support. It fosters a nurturing and engaging learning environment where students feel...

$350,000

$350,000

Cash Flow: $192,000

After School Education

La Crescenta, CA

This after school is designed to help students excel on exams while proving personalized guidance and academic support. It fosters a nurturing and engaging learning environment where students feel...

$350,000

$350,000

Cash Flow: $192,000

Business & Real Estate | 155+ Lic. Preschool | Large Waitlist.

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Los Angeles County, CA

Rare opportunity to acquire both the operating business and underlying real estate of a high-capacity preschool located in one of the South Bay's most desirable and supply-constrained markets. The...

$6,495,000

$6,495,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Kid to Kid
Franchise

Available Nationwide

Step into the $43 billion resale industry with Kid to Kid, a franchise that transforms high-quality, gently used kids' items into a profitable, purpose-driven business. Backed by 30+ years of innovation, unparalleled support, and a thriving community of 120+ stores, Kid to Kid offers the perfect opportunity to make a meaningful impact while building your own success story.

$100,000

$100,000

Avg. Unit Revenue: $1,017,375

Profitable Preschool Center - Profitable, Excellent Reputation

Santa Clara County, CA

This preschool is known for its excellent reputation, bright and spacious classrooms, and child-centered program. The center is well organized and fully stocked with quality educational materials. The...

$950,000

$950,000

Preschool business for sale Encino, CA

Encino, CA

This property enjoys a convenient residential setting with easy access to major streets, shopping centers, dining, and everyday services. The area is known for its family-friendly neighborhoods,...

$900,000

$900,000

Preschool Business For Sale Santa Rosa, CA

Santa Rosa, CA

Known for its vibrant community, beautiful surroundings, and strong local economy. Situated in a quiet and convenient area with easy access to nearby neighborhoods, schools, parks, shopping centers,...

$1,500,000

$1,500,000

Code Ninjas Business for Sale

Fremont, CA

Located in the highly desirable Warm Springs district of Fremont, this property sits within a busy commercial corridor along Mission Boulevard, offering excellent visibility and easy access to I-680,...

$260,000

$260,000

Preschool For Sale Stockton, CA (Real Estate & Business)

Stockton, CA

Situated in a well-established central Stockton corridor along North Pershing Avenue, a major thoroughfare known for its strong mix of residential neighborhoods, schools, and neighborhood retail...

$1,200,000

$1,200,000

Once Upon A Child
Franchise

Available Nationwide

Once Upon A Child buys and sells gently used and new children's clothing, toys, equipment and more! With over 415 stores open in North America we are the nations largest chain of children's resale stores.

$90,000

$90,000

Avg. Unit Revenue: $1,268,984

Rare Gymboree Franchise Opportunity - High Growth Potential!

Fremont, CA

Established in 1976, the company is a well-known leader in early childhood development programs, providing play, music, and movement classes for children ages 0-5. With a focus on learning through...

$245,000

$245,000

EBITDA: $50,000

San Joaquin County Preschool Center: Beautiful, Play Based Preschool

San Joaquin County, CA

Beautiful, play based preschool center for sale in San Joaquin County. Nicely designed, bright, and spacious, with natural elements and a child centered, open classroom concept. The facility is well...

$199,000

$199,000

Preschool Business For Sale Arden/Carmichael, CA

Sacramento, CA

Conveniently located in the Arden - Arcade area of Sacramento, a well-established neighborhood known for its mix of residential communities and local businesses. The property offers easy access to...

$300,000

$300,000

Charming Preschool Center for Sale in Santa Clara County

Santa Clara County, CA

Charming preschool center for sale in Santa Clara County, located in a desirable neighborhood. This well-loved preschool has been serving the community for decades and has earned an excellent...

$360,000

$360,000

Preschool Business For Sale Turlock, CA

Turlock, CA

Offers convenient access to major roadways, nearby residential neighborhoods, and local amenities. Situated in a well-established area of Turlock, the location provides excellent visibility and...

$795,000

$795,000

Deanna Dube

First Choice Business Brokers Los Angeles

Serving Los Angeles County, CA

As Broker/Franchisee at First Choice Business Brokers, I lead seven California offices serving clients statewide, with concentrated expertise in the San Francisco Bay Area, Monterey Bay, and Los Angeles markets. We help Main Street to lower-middle-market business owners with proven, cash-flowing operations achieve strategic exits. Over three decades, I've started, scaled, and sold businesses myself — and have personally facilitated transactions across technology, transportation, manufacturing, retail, and franchise sales.

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Preschool Business For Sale Turlock, CA

Turlock, CA

A residential and community- oriented area in this mid-sized city in Stanislaus County, in California’s Central Valley. Known for its suburban feel, local schools, and family-friendly neighborhoods,...

$600,000

$600,000

Preschool For Sale Morgan Hill, CA (Real Estate & Business)

Morgan Hill, CA

Situated in Santa Clara County in the southern San Francisco Bay Area of California. Monterey Road follows a historic route connecting Gilroy and San Jose and is lined with a mix of local businesses,...

$1,900,000

$1,900,000

Turnkey Child Care Operation | Absentee Ownership | Real Estate.

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Redlands, CA

This offering presents a rare opportunity to acquire a high-capacity, established child care operation together with the underlying real estate. The business operates under a near-absentee ownership...

$3,250,000

$3,250,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Profitable Licensed Preschool (131-Lic.) w/ Long-Term Ground Lease.

Whittier, CA

Rare opportunity to acquire a highly respected, fully operational preschool business located in a densely populated part of Whittier, California. This is a turnkey child care center licensed for 131...

$1,980,000

$1,980,000

EBITDA: $410,000

Preschool | Childcare building for Sale

Davis, CA

Marcus and Millichap is pleased to present a vacant specialty use property located in a dense residential area in Davis, a growing suburb of Sacramento, California. The property sits on 0.50 acres of...

$2,250,000

$2,250,000

Hi-Five Sports Franchising
Franchise

Available in California

Own a Flexible, Home-Based Youth Sports Franchise with Multiple Revenue Streams

$50,000

$50,000

Avg. Unit Revenue: $323,458

Five-Star Preschool and Property | Affluent Simi Valley | Real Estate.

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Simi Valley, CA

Turnkey opportunity to acquire a long-established, five-star rated preschool in the heart of Simi Valley. This offering includes both the business and the real estate, consisting of a 2,961 square...

$2,700,000

$2,700,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Preschool Business For Sale Milpitas

Milpitas, CA

Known for its diverse community, excellent schools, and convenient access to major highways like I-880 and I-680, making it a desirable place for both families and professionals. The city offers...

$600,000

$600,000

Licensed Preschool & RE | Affluent Demographics | SBA Eligible.

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Walnut, CA

Description A rare opportunity to acquire both the business and real estate of a licensed preschool and early childhood education facility in one of Southern California’s most affluent,...

$2,700,000

$2,700,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Large-Scale Education Business with Proven Cash Flow.

Alhambra, CA

This offering represents a rare opportunity to acquire a large-scale, established education business with decades of operating history, strong revenue, and a structure that now aligns with how serious...

$1,800,000

$1,800,000

After School, Franchise , Fremont, California

Fremont, CA

A complete turnkey, well-established After-School educational services center has been constructed, adorned, and supported by passionate, excellent instructors who bring creativity and energy to a...

$680,000

$680,000

Amazing Athletes
Franchise

Available in California

Own a mobile youth sports franchise delivering programs inside preschools and childcare centers with recurring enrollment.

$50,000

$50,000

Avg. Unit Revenue: $158,366

Buy or Sell a Day Care and Child Care Center in California
Day care and child care centers listed for sale on BizBuySell are licensed early childhood education and care businesses, including daycare centers, private nursery schools, franchised child care brands, and multi location operators, with some listings also offering owned real estate or purpose built facilities. These businesses typically operate on a capacity and enrollment driven model, generating recurring revenue from weekly or monthly tuition paid by families, often supplemented by government subsidies, after school programs, and enrichment services, with value closely tied to licensing limits, staff to child ratios, reputation, and waitlists.
Market Overview Listings for Sale (Median) Total California Market (Average)
Number of Businesses Analyzed13 5,692
Asking Price$245,000-
Reported Revenue$512,500 $1,782,088
Reported Seller's Discretionary Earnings$173,000 $65,241
Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings.
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Asking Price

Lower QuartileMedianUpper Quartile
$165,000$245,000$520,000

Market Financial Highlights

The financial data presented here is an aggregation of reported revenue and earnings of Day Care and Child Care Centers for sale in California.

BoundRevenueSeller’s Discretionary Earnings
Lower Quartile$200,000$51,493
Median$512,500$173,000
Upper Quartile$622,001$192,000

Valuation Multiples

The valuation multiples listed below are derived from asking price, revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings of Day Care and Child Care Centers listed for sale in California.

BoundRevenue MultipleEarnings Multiple
Lower Quartile0.431.82
Median0.683.01
Upper Quartile0.994.21

FAQ's

How much does it cost to buy a Day Care and Child Care Center in California?

The median asking price for an established Day Care and Child Care Center in California is $245,000, though prices range from under $165,000 to well over $520,000.

How much do Day Care and Child Care Centers owners in California earn?

The median reported revenue of Day Care and Child Care Centers in California is $512,500 and owners earn a median of $173,000, which includes the owners salary and any other financial benefits they receive.

How do I value a Day Care and Child Care Center?

Valuing a business is a complex process, but buyers and sellers often turn to the local market to understand how businesses are priced. Based on our most recent analysis of Day Care and Child Care Centers in California, revenue multiples range from 0.43 to 0.99, with a median of 0.68. Earning multiples range from 1.82 to 4.21, with the median at 3.01. This means the typical Day Care and Child Care Center in California may ask for around 0.68 times its annual revenue, and 3.01 times its annual owner earnings.

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