San Ramon, CA
This established multi-line personal lines insurance agency represents a strategic acquisition opportunity in San Ramon's commercial district. The agency has maintained continuous operations serving...
Cash Flow: $60,000

San Ramon, CA
This established multi-line personal lines insurance agency represents a strategic acquisition opportunity in San Ramon's commercial district. The agency has maintained continuous operations serving...
Cash Flow: $60,000
Santa Clarita, CA
Rare Opportunity: Edible Arrangements – Santa Clarita This is a rare opportunity to acquire an Edible Arrangements franchise in the heart of Santa Clarita, one of the most desirable and fast-growing...
Napa, CA
Become a social entrepreneur. Invest in helping people feel great. An unparalleled opportunity to own a top-performing True REST Float Spa Franchise in the Napa Valley without the time and expense of...
Santa Clara County, CA
This thriving health screening enterprise provides comprehensive testing solutions to corporate clients and individual customers throughout the San Francisco Bay Area. The business specializes in...
Cash Flow: $115,000
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
Excellent opportunity to acquire a business - 76 Gas Station with 8 fuel pumps and a One Stop Mart convenience store, strategically located at a highly visible, high-traffic corner location offering...
Sunnyvale, CA
Window Cleaning Business Squeegee Squad has well established commercial contacts. This territory needs a motivated franchise owner to take them over! If you are looking for a recession resistant...
Cash Flow: $400,000
Rocklin, CA
Exceptional opportunity and value, listed at $200,000.00, for immediate profit and success: The preliminary information disclosed below warrants serious buyers by appointment only. This is an all cash...
Cash Flow: $259,000
San Jose, CA
This is a rare opportunity to acquire the exclusive CEO Life chapter serving Silicon Valley and San Jose, California — one of the most influential business ecosystems in the world. Unlike many...
EBITDA: $520,600
San Francisco, CA
his is a rare opportunity to acquire the exclusive CEO Life chapter in San Francisco, California — one of the most influential business markets in the world. Unlike many franchise, licensing, or...
EBITDA: $520,600
Modesto, CA
Established California-based wholesale distribution business with more than 35 years of operating history serving a broad base of repeat business customers. The company focuses on sourcing and...
Cash Flow: $4,050,000
Available in California
Average Annual Franchise Revenue: $622,650* Own the #1 Ranked Tile and Grout Cleaning Business by Entrepreneur Magazine.
Thousand Oaks, CA
High quality aesthetic medical spa and skin care clinic offering facials, laser hair removal, fat reduction, body sculpting, PDO threads, PRP (platelet-rich plasma), and face contouring. We provide...
Cash Flow: $190,000
Cupertino, CA
Asking Price: $268,000 Location: Cupertino, CA Square Footage: 1,750 SF Rent: $13,000+/month (includes NNN & trash) Business Description Excellent opportunity to acquire a fully equipped restaurant in...
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...
San Diego, CA
ESTABLISHED SMOKE SHOP & MINI MART - PRIME SAN DIEGO INVESTMENT This dual-concept retail operation presents an exceptional investment opportunity in San Diego's competitive Uptown market. Successfully...
Auburn, CA
Online auction: August 10-12, 2026
7,531 SF Medical For Sale...
Not Disclosed
Tim Whipple
Sunbelt Business Brokers
Serving San Diego County, CA
Looking to Buy or Sell a Business? Sunbelt is the world’s largest business brokerage firm with over 170 licensed Sunbelt offices worldwide. Sunbelt Business Brokers has an extensive network that will enable you to find your dream business. Based on your industry and location, Sunbelt professionals will search thousands of business-for-sale listings to find the business for you. Once an acquisition target is determined, our Sunbelt professionals will walk you through the negotiation and acquisition process. If you own an established business and are ready to sell, Sunbelt Business Brokers is here to help and ensure you receive fair value for the hard work you’ve poured into your business. Whether you are interested in buying a business or selling a business, we invite you to contact us for a confidential, no obligation conversation. If you own an established business and are ready to sell, Sunbelt Business Brokers is here to help and ensure you receive fair value for the hard work you’ve poured into your business. Contact us today at (480)809-3199 or https://www.sunbeltnetwork.com.
Los Angeles County, CA
Overview: This direct-to-consumer e-commerce brand operates in the consumer audio space, offering a focused lineup of headsets for calls, helmet to helmet intercoms, alongside over-ear headphones...
Cash Flow: $77,000
Elk Grove, CA
This established sushi and Japanese restaurant represents a compelling acquisition opportunity in Elk Grove's competitive dining market. The business has demonstrated exceptional operational...
Los Angeles County, CA
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a highly profitable, franchise-affiliated brake and automotive repair shop located in the desirable San Fernando Valley area of Los Angeles. The business...
Cash Flow: $300,000
San Francisco, CA
Own a Piece of the Healthcare Revolution This is more than just a business—it’s a golden ticket to the future of healthcare. This fully remote Telehealth operation has been meticulously designed to...
San Francisco, CA
Located at richmond district?this well-positioned restaurant space is now available for sale and ready for a new owner to take over and operate immediately. Situated in one of San Francisco’s most...
Available Nationwide
A Franchise Opportunity that will really get your Tail Wagging
San Bernardino County, CA
Step into immediate marketplace credibility with this premium 7-year multi-channel eCommerce platform built across eBay, Walmart Marketplace, Amazon, and Wayfair. This is a rare opportunity to acquire...
Garden Grove, CA
An excellent opportunity to acquire a fully equipped supermarket operating in a strong market. The business features: fairly new appliances, huge parking lot for customers, well-trained staff, and a...
Los Gatos, CA
【Exclusive Listing】Restaurant for Sale in Los Gatos – Approx. 1,500 SF Well-established Americanized Chinese restaurant located on the highly desirable Blossom Hill Road corridor in Los Gatos....
Oakland, CA
Up for sale is a well-established Grill and Hamburger Restaurant, situated in the heart of Oakland, California's bustling business district. This restaurant enjoys a prime location on Lakeshore...
Huntington Beach, CA
Opportunities to acquire a long-established industrial coatings business in Orange County are rare. Opportunities with an existing customer base, nearly 30 years of operating history, specialized...
Van Nuys, CA
A Great Opportunity is Now EVEN BETTER ! HIGHLIGHTS : ~ PAINT, BODY, & COLLISION CENTER in Prime Auto Services Area. ~ Well Established.....With 15 YEAR HISTORY of Success & First Time on the Market....
Cash Flow: $215,000
San Diego County, CA
PROFITABLE AMAZON FBA + WALMART WHOLESALE STORE | 28-45% ROI | TURNKEY This established multi-channel e-commerce business generates $352,000 in annual revenue with $85,000 in seller's discretionary...
Cash Flow: $85,000
Hayward, CA
Located in a prime commercial corridor in Hayward, this approximately 3,600 SF fully operational All You Can Eat (AYCE) Sushi restaurant is now available for sale. The restaurant benefits from a...
Spring Valley, CA
ESTABLISHED COFFEEHOUSE & CAFE - EXCEPTIONAL SPRING VALLEY OPPORTUNITY Stir It Up CoffeeHouse & Cafe represents an outstanding investment opportunity in Spring Valley, achieving $300,000 in annual...
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
San Benito County, CA
RARE CANNABIS MANUFACTURING OPPORTUNITY - TYPE 7 & TYPE 11 LICENSED FACILITY Turnkey cannabis manufacturing and distribution facility offering immediate operational entry into California's regulated...
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Own a proven leader in protective coatings & truck accessories—LINE-X offers high ROI, strong support, and multi-revenue stream potential.
Los Angeles, CA
Los Angeles Collector Car Platform for Acquisition Established 2000 | Formula One Heritage | ~$4M Annual Revenue An opportunity to acquire a highly regarded Los Angeles-based collector car business...
San Francisco, CA
7,500+ Trustpilot Reviews • Established Supplier Network • Owner Financing Available • One Month online training Included An opportunity to acquire an established luxury watch e-commerce business with...
Fremont, CA
Take advantage of this exceptional opportunity to acquire a well-established, high-volume sushi restaurant with strong sales and a loyal customer base. Located in a high-traffic area, this business...
Riverside County, CA
This well-established beauty supply company specializes in serving licensed professionals throughout the United States with high-quality products and educational services. The business has built a...
Cash Flow: $75,000
San Francisco, CA
A 286-location ATM portfolio across California generating $590,130 in annual cash flow, offered at $1,929,728. The operational model is the key characteristic of this portfolio. Every location is...
Cash Flow: $590,130
Available in California
Rush Bowls is a small scale, simple restaurant concept serving blended fruit bowls and smoothies. Capitalize on the booming better-for-you market with a scalable concept.
Torrance, CA
Step into a turnkey Mexican restaurant opportunity that delivers immediate cash flow and lifestyle freedom in one of Torrance's most visible locations. This established community favorite generates...
Cash Flow: $75,000
Orange County, CA
This is an opportunity to acquire a modern Mediterranean fast-casual restaurant franchise operating in Orange County, one of Southern California’s most desirable and affluent markets. Established in...
Santa Cruz, CA
Founded in 2010, this highly regarded paddleboard and foil sports retailer is one of the original stand-up paddleboards (SUP) shops in North America and has operated successfully from the same prime...
Cash Flow: $154,500
Los Angeles, CA
Shot of Art is not your typical art studio—it's an immersive, high-energy fusion of creativity and entertainment. Founded by visionary entrepreneurs Ilya and Nadia Kuzmin, Shot of Art offers a...
Cash Flow: $158,000
Ventura County, CA
(2) Very well kept Vessels with 15+ exclusive Lease...
Narinder Singh
Nationwide Homes & Lending - Broker
Serving Sacramento County, CA
SBA LOAN ELIGIBLE
Los Angeles County, CA
# Automotive eCommerce Platform & Fuel Injector Brand ## $1.5M Revenue | $400K+ Annual Owner Earnings | ~2 Hours/Week Owner Involvement Established and highly scalable automotive eCommerce platform...
Cash Flow: $380,270
Alpine, CA
Established Liquor Store & Market - Alpine, CA This thriving neighborhood institution has been serving the Alpine community since 2009, operating as a comprehensive one-stop shop generating $1.44...
Cash Flow: $240,000
Alameda County, CA
Discover a rare opportunity to own a 100% occupied and highly profitable salon suite business. This turnkey operation offers a simplified, semi-absentee business model with consistent recurring...
EBITDA: $138,000
San Francisco, CA
This established Bay Area remodeling company has been serving residential and light-commercial clients for over 20 years, earning a strong reputation for quality craftsmanship, reliability, and...
Los Angeles, CA
Wholesale Bakery- Gross annual sales: $1,800,000 >Net Profit: $685,000/Year >Employees: 14 full-time, >Serves 14 States w/over 300 stores & online orders. Key Highlights: >Established in 1990, with a...
Cash Flow: $685,000
Available in California
A sustainable franchise that addresses a growing need and changes people’s lives
Oceanside, CA
We have grown this venture into a highly profitable operation, surpassing $1 million in total sales and securing a six-figure profit in 2022, 2023, & 2025 We’ve established exclusive vendor contracts...
Cash Flow: $250,000
Shasta County, CA
Opportunity to acquire an established business brokerage territory operating under one of the most recognized brands in the industry. This professional services business operates within the...
Pasadena, CA
Over 12 concrete plants that produce specialty mixes such as Rapid Set Concrete that sets in 1 hour for DOT highway and airport projects, onsite location concrete production such as islands, mountain...
Bloomington, CA
Well-established FedEx Linehaul operation based out of Rialto, CA. The business primarily operates unassigned runs, offering flexibility and strong earning potential. With FedEx’s continued growth and...
Cash Flow: $291,038
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...
Available Nationwide
Own a business Reselling Items to the Federal, State, Local Governments and Military!
California
Human Performance Code - Executive Performance Training Business ESTABLISHED EXECUTIVE TRAINING COMPANY Founded in 2018, this premium executive performance training business delivers high-impact...
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:
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.