Riverside, CA
Established 9Round Kickboxing Fitness Franchise - Riverside, CA This turnkey 24-hour fitness franchise presents an exceptional opportunity to acquire a profitable, established business with strong...
Riverside, CA
Established 9Round Kickboxing Fitness Franchise - Riverside, CA This turnkey 24-hour fitness franchise presents an exceptional opportunity to acquire a profitable, established business with strong...
$35,000
Jackson, CA
Easy to operate, Can be operated with very low labor costs. Our low overhead compared to many other types of restaurant style businesses is what sets this apart to be a money maker for any owner...
$450,000
Santa Clara County, CA
This profitable, home-based window and gutter cleaning business has been serving Santa Clara County and parts of the East Bay for over 40 years. The owner is retiring, creating a rare opportunity to...
$248,000
Cash Flow: $116,256
Sherman Oaks, CA
Nice off-street from Ventura Blvd., in upbeat Town. The first impression customers have is a pleasant surprise: good Sushi at a reasonable price, along with a wide variety of choices on the menu....
$180,000
San Diego, CA
Established smoke shop and mini mart located on a busy street front in one of San Diego's premier neighborhoods. This turnkey operation features brand new fixtures, equipment, and a complete...
$165,000
Montebello, CA
Established and profitable Gun Store For Sale in Montebello. No Competition nearby! Very well organized and run business. Very loyal clientele, including Police Officers. Very honest and "by-the-book"...
$249,000
Cash Flow: $200,000
Los Angeles County, CA
** This Business Qualifies for the Down Payment Assist Program** Custom plumbing business with attention to details and customer services. This business has built an excellent reputation in the...
$600,000
Cash Flow: $260,000
Rancho Cordova, CA
This is business is currently operating and for sale along with the inventory. The inventory in this business consists of Racks/Shelves for cars out in the yard as well as for body parts such as...
Not Disclosed
EBITDA: $1,250,000
Chino Hills, CA
Modern Head Spa in Chino Hills - Chino Hills' First Japanese Head Spa This turnkey Japanese head spa represents an exceptional opportunity in the growing wellness industry, offering traditional scalp...
$345,000
Ventura, CA
2 full size vending machines in 2 shift warehouse location. No commission fill once a week. You own machines and location. This is not a franchise....
$8,500
Cash Flow: $4,500
Available in California
With $1,432,614 in avg revenue and $635,523 in net operating income, this youth sports franchise pairs HUGE revenue potential with passion
$100,000
See More FranchisesLa Crescenta, CA
Location: 3947 Foothill Blvd, La Crescenta, CA 91214 Established: 1985 (at current location since late 1980s) Reason for Sale: Owner retiring Key Features - 7 service bays and 9 lifts (no pits) - Smog...
$399,000
San Jose, CA
RARE OPPORTUNITY: Fully Equipped Ice Cream Shop in High-Traffic Vietnam Town, San Jose This turnkey 1,000 square foot established ice cream and frozen yogurt shop represents an exceptional asset...
$299,888
$470,000
Oceanside, CA
Temple City, CA
This fast food restaurant is a great investment! It's had successful growth year-over-year for the past three years. The seller has been focused on growing the company even through the tumultuous last...
$524,900
Cash Flow: $178,887
Norco, CA
Rare offering: The Farm in Norco — a fully CUP-approved wedding and event venue with Santa Ana River frontage, set on nearly 25 acres in the heart of Horsetown USA. This property blends lifestyle,...
$6,800,000
Terry Watts
Murphy Business Sales
Serving Sacramento County, CA
Our customers and business associates appreciate our personal attention along with our unparalleled performance in all types of transactions that demand the highest standards of ethics and win-win outcomes for both buyer and seller. If you are searching for a highly respected business broker to partner with, your search is over with Murphy Business. We manage a comprehensive range of services that includes: - Sales of privately held businesses - Mergers and acquisitions - Business valuations - Appraisals of machinery and equipment - Commercial real estate and business consulting - And more… Every member of the Murphy Business team is dedicated to representing you in a way that will make you proud to do business with us. Our experience as business brokers, outstanding level of knowledge, and our broad network of business contacts assure your ultimate satisfaction. How Our Business Brokers Partner with Sellers At Murphy Business, we take the guesswork out of selling your business. Working closely with you at every stage of the sales process, we promise to help you attain the maximum sale price at an optimal profit. How Our Business Brokers Partner with Buyers Accessing our expansive business network across North America, we can assist you in making productive connections with companies and organizations that meet your interests. You will appreciate our methodical, proven approach that starts by listening to you and your plans for business ownership. We promise to get your deal done swiftly and efficiently. Our Track Record as Business Brokers Says It All Since 1994, Murphy Business has established a steady track record of successful business transactions with high closing ratios. Over the years, we have earned the respect of thousands of buyers and sellers across North America. * This independent Murphy Business Sales franchise is part of the Top Hat Business Group family of businesses.
Temecula, CA
JOIN A BILLION DOLLAR INDUSTRY WITH UNLIMITED POTENTIAL! OWN YOUR OWN THRIVING POOL SERVICE ROUTE WITH RECURRING POSITIVE CASH FLOW. Great opportunity to dive into a well-established Pool Service...
$257,485
Cash Flow: $105,000
Folsom, CA
Rare opportunity to own a profitable, absentee-run sandwich franchise. With strong cash flow, steady revenue, and a loyal customer base, this restaurant is perfectly positioned for sustainable growth...
$175,000
Cash Flow: $34,481
Santa Barbara, CA
This business is the only full-scope durable medical equipment (DME) provider in Santa Barbara County, serving both individual and commercial clients. Established in 1997 and operated by the current...
$499,500
Cash Flow: $201,891
Los Angeles County, CA
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a luxury Day Spa & Medical Spa valued at approximately $3 million, located in the heart of the San Gabriel Valley. Designed as a world-class wellness destination,...
$2,680,000
EBITDA: $713,033
Sacramento County, CA
Step into ownership of a well-established and highly respected commercial furniture installation company with over 30 years of proven success. Specializing in end-to-end office transitions, this...
$550,000
Cash Flow: $96,500
Available in California
College HUNKS Hauling Junk & Moving® offers a world-class franchise opportunity where you can be in business for yourself, but not by yourself while making a difference in your community!
$75,000
See More FranchisesSan Luis Obispo County, CA
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a well-established, upscale tanning and wellness salon with over two decades of service. Known for its impeccable standards, inviting atmosphere, and loyal client...
$150,000
Cash Flow: $55,000
Berkeley, CA
Established in 2010, this successful organic farm-to-table restaurant and bakeshop has built a loyal customer base over 15 years of operations in affluent South Berkeley. Founded by acclaimed Bay Area...
$595,000
Cash Flow: $313,229
$600,000
Ventura, CA
Costa Mesa, CA
ESTABLISHED SHOE REPAIR BUSINESS - COSTA MESA This profitable shoe and leather repair business has served the Costa Mesa community since 1971, building an exceptional reputation for quality...
$375,000
Cash Flow: $241,745
Los Angeles, CA
Exceptional Value – Ready-to-Operate Restaurant with Strong Catering & Delivery Revenue! Seize this rare opportunity to acquire a highly efficient, fully turnkey restaurant strategically located in...
$15,088
Temecula, CA
This well-established and highly profitable auto repair business specializes in servicing luxury and exotic vehicles. With a strong reputation for excellence and a loyal customer base, it offers a...
$450,000
Cash Flow: $180,000
Newport Beach, CA
-Turnkey operation with Custom Fleet, Booking System, equipment, licenses, secured dock lease, and certifications current. -Proprietary charter fleet unavailable through competitors. -Established...
$790,000
Menifee, CA
This well-established HVAC company has been serving both residential and commercial clients throughout Los Angeles County for over 16 years. Known for its commitment to quality and health-focused...
$150,000
Cash Flow: $84,109
Orange County, CA
Opportunity to acquire a 3-unit franchise package in the specialty dessert/coffee category with prime Southern California locations. Each store is fully built out, equipped, and staffed, generating...
$650,000
Cash Flow: $239,024
San Diego County, CA
Well established, multi generation profitable roofing company serving some of the most affluent communities of San Diego county. Company currently does no marketing which offers a significant...
Not Disclosed
EBITDA: $150,000
Available in California
Looking for a business with all the support of a franchise without the franchise fees or stifling corporate control? As a Benjamin Moore independent dealer, it's your business, your decisions. Benjamin Moore independent dealers get the best of both worlds.
$75,000
See More FranchisesGlendale, CA
ONLY license for sale. Location: Situated in Glendale Ca. Geographic Coverage: Ventura County, Los Angeles County, Orange County, Riverside County, San Bernardino Interested parties are invited to...
$210,000
Sacramento County, CA
This Studio is located in a prime shopping center in the Sacramento metro area. 10 Sauna Studio with amazing income potential. There are over 600 Hotworx studio's in the network with over 100 of them...
$465,499
Cash Flow: $95,000
$180,000
Los Angeles County, CA
Santa Barbara County, CA
Established in 1994, this plumbing company has proudly served Santa Barbara and Ventura Counties for more than three decades. They specialize in backflow testing, repair, installation, and...
$499,000
Cash Flow: $201,537
Los Angeles County, CA
Great opportunity to own a successful, well established, Kitchen, Bathroom and Flooring Company that has been in business for about fifteen(15) years. Most of it’s Kitchen, Bathroom and Flooring...
$600,000
Cash Flow: $223,566
Available Nationwide
If you’ve considered investing in a food franchise, our grazing board business could be right for you. Charcuterie boards have proven to be a food trend with staying power.
$50,000
See More FranchisesSan Francisco County, CA
For over 25 years this Company has thrived as the oldest and most trusted brand in its niche industry, providing a highly successful solution to upscale Clientele. With over two decades of strong...
Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $1,100,000
Los Angeles County, CA
BUSINESS NAME/ADDRESS/PHOTOS AND SENSITIVE INFORMATION INCLUDING FINANCIALS PROVIDED ONLY UPON NDA COMPLETION. (attached) This is a rare opportunity to acquire a fully equipped, turn-key podcast and...
$69,420
Cash Flow: $22,750
Los Angeles County, CA
Profitable and established direct-to-consumer door and window supply company with strong industry relationships and a loyal customer base. The business specializes in providing homeowners with...
$1,200,000
Cash Flow: $530,000
Sonoma, CA
Property Overview: An exceptional opportunity to acquire a fully licensed, established bar in the heart of Sonoma, CA. This freestanding venue features a rare Type 48 license (no food requirement) and...
$425,000
California
Transworld Business Advisors of Fremont DRE# 02194963 presents: An independently owned and well-established technology retail/repair and services business in a highly desirable coastal Northern...
$785,000
Cash Flow: $314,241
Joe Saad
Joe Saad Buiness Broker
Serving San Diego County, CA
In business since 1987 serving San Diego County: specializing in small to medium size businesses.
San Diego, CA
Purchaser must hold an active California Class B Contractor’s License, either individually or through their LLC. Rare opportunity to acquire a high-margin, turnkey restoration and emergency mitigation...
$989,000
Cash Flow: $610,235
Suisun City, CA
Business for Sale: You Buy, We Fry Established: 2024 | Profitable from Day One | Turnkey Operation Now’s your chance to own a one-of-a-kind, fast-growing food business! You Buy, We Fry is a unique...
$125,000
Cash Flow: $468,000
$190,000
Sunnyvale, CA
El Segundo, CA
Established NY style Pizza since 2001, New Pizza oven, all equipment in good condition, Type 1 Hood Walk in box, front counter display, free training, recipes, logo all equipment included owner...
$285,000
Anaheim, CA
A thriving Tailoring business founded three decades ago, boasting a loyal customer base and a strong reputation in the locality. Presentation of proof of funds is required prior to showings or sharing...
$199,888
Cash Flow: $118,349
Available Nationwide
It is resale reimagined. Children’s Orchard sells gently used name-brand kid’s clothing, shoes, and accessories for up to 70% off retail prices. If you have been feeling the need for a professional change that offers flexibility, growth potential, and personal fulfillment, Children’s Orchard franchise ownership might be the path you have been searching for. The resale industry is booming, and franchising has real advantages, but the best part is the process is already nailed down for you.
$100,000
See More FranchisesCupertino, CA
Significant Price Reduction! Sellers are retiring and moving out of state. A neighborhood restaurant located in a prime section of Cupertino which serves authentic Italian food in a cozy and casual...
$375,000
Cash Flow: $140,000
San Jose, CA
For sale is an excellent location with plenty of parking on a main, high-traffic street with a high demographic population and affluent area. The beautiful, built-out private rooms with very nice and...
$600,000
Cash Flow: $211,000
Spring Valley, CA
This opportunity only comes every once in a lifetime. Very well-established gas station waiting for new Owner! This fantastic Location off of 94 Hwy is an opportunity for an owner-operator, absentee...
$5,300,000
Cash Flow: $478,114
Oxnard, CA
Seize the rare opportunity to own a well-established and popular full-service restaurant in the heart of Oxnard, featuring a Type 41 ABC license (beer & wine) and operating out of a standalone...
$370,000
Cash Flow: $240,000
Los Angeles, CA
**Charming Mediterranean Restaurant for Sale** Step into a beautifully established Mediterranean restaurant offering a warm, inviting atmosphere and a loyal customer base. Located in a high-traffic...
$59,000
Cash Flow: $97,000
Costa Mesa, CA
Bodomint is a turnkey women’s bag brand with a strong foundation, beautiful assets, and untapped potential — ready for a marketing-savvy entrepreneur, creative founder, or work-from-home parent to...
$45,000
Los Angeles, CA
Serving the community for over 20 years, Biju Pet Spa is a well-established pet grooming & supply store with a loyal clientele base and great street exposure & signage. Don't miss the opportunity to...
$140,000
La Mesa, CA
This rare opportunity presents a fully operational, turnkey collision repair business operating since 1985. Located in La Mesa, CA (San Diego County), this established operation combines proven...
$1,200,000
Oceanside, CA
Nooni's Taco Shop presents an exceptional turnkey food truck opportunity in prime Oceanside, California. Established in 2024, this profitable mobile taco operation generates $90,000 in annual revenue...
$45,000
EBITDA: $26,255
Available in California
JOIN OUR TOP-RANKED EDUCATION FRANCHISE. Take advantage of the limited-time $19,000 Discounted Franchisee Initial Fee (valued at $36K) for new franchise owners!
$110,000
See More FranchisesCalifornia 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.