San Francisco, CA
This is a high-margin and profitable proptech SaaS tool. It uses cutting-edge AI to virtually stage or de-stage property photos by adding or removing furniture, delivering visually optimized listings...
$310,000
Cash Flow: $100,368
Businesses For Sale in San Francisco, CA
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High-margin AI SaaS for real estate image enhancement
Business for Sale – $450,000 Prime Pacific Heights Location
San Francisco, CA
Prime Pacific Heights Location | Owner Retiring After 31 Successful Years Incredible opportunity to acquire a well-established liquor store in one of San Francisco's most desirable neighborhoods....
$450,000
Cash Flow: $176,000
6
Fully Equipped Salon for Sale in Prestigious Business Neighborhood
San Francisco, CA
Prime San Francisco Hair Salon for Sale – Richmond District, Geary Blvd An incredible opportunity to own a fully equipped, modern salon in one of San Francisco’s most sought-after business corridors....
$50,000
3
Soundproofing Design, Consultation and Installation
San Francisco, CA
This award-winning noise abatement company represents an exceptional acquisition opportunity for design/build firms seeking profitable expansion into the specialized soundproofing market. With 25+...
$750,000
Cash Flow: $225,000
Established San Francisco Day Spa with 25+ years of Trusted Service
San Francisco, CA
This long-established San Francisco spa specializes in advanced massage therapy and results-driven esthetician services. Known for deep tissue and sports massage, TMJ treatment, and high-quality...
$200,000
Cash Flow: $119,111
Great Lifestyle Business
San Francisco, CA
Spend your days in beautiful horse country. Be your own boss - work your own schedule. Install, repair, and service Automatic Fly Spray Systems in horse barns. Powerful brand identity currently...
$180,000
Cash Flow: $85,000
Remote Telehealth Business – Absentee-Ready and Built to Scale
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...
$100,000
Easy to Run Amazon Listing
San Francisco, CA
2022 - $41,290 in Revenue 2023 - $69,940 in Revenue 2024 - $105,239 in Revenue Valuation: Valuation is based on a 2.3x multiple on net profit of year 2024 revenue + inventory value. - Did over $100k...
$58,900
Cash Flow: $22,931
2
Inherit a Primely Located Nail Salon in the Mission District (As-is)
San Francisco, CA
Cô Huy has been doing nails for close to 40 years, holds a valid barber, esthetician, manicurist, and massage therapist license, and has been a business owner for a little over three years now. When...
$60,000
18
Golden Horizon Travel: Unlock a Million-Dollar Business Opportunity
San Francisco, CA
Unlock the Full Potential: Golden Horizon Travel’s Path to a Million-Dollar Business – A Sleeping Giant Ready to Rise - Profitable Bay Area Tour Business for Sale – 21 Years of Success - Golden...
$469,000
3
FranchiseThe Original Rainbow Cone Ice Cream Shop
Available in California
Come join a Chicago Icon with over 96 years of business experience. The Original Rainbow Cone Ice Cream Shop is a great model for franchisees with low initial investment, attractive prime costs, low overhead, and potential for above-average profit margins.
$150,000
Real EstateMajor price reduction. Cost Segregation, Leased ends Jan 1, 2026
San Francisco, CA
Prime Retail Building & Franchise Opportunity – Across from Oracle Park! Location: Directly across from Oracle Park, San Francisco Price: 950,000 Property Type: Retail Building + Earl of Sandwich...
$950,000
Real EstatePrime Opportunity: Retail Condominium with Operating Franchise
San Francisco, CA
Prime Investment opportunity to own a retail condominium equipped with a successful, operating franchise business! "EARL OF SANDWICH – THE WORLD’S GREATEST HOT SANDWICH" This 618 SF space currently...
$1,100,000
4
Motivated Seller, Corner Prime Location!
San Francisco, CA
LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION! Turnkey restaurant opportunity in one of San Francisco’s most vibrant and safe neighborhoods — the Marina/Cow Hollow district. This prime corner lot offers unbeatable...
5
$150,000
Established Chinese restaurant for sale in San Francisco Fillmore area
San Francisco, CA
Established Chinese restaurant for sale in San Francisco Fillmore district. Chinese takeout with extensive lunch options in the historic Fillmore district. Located in same plaza as former Safeway...
$100,000
Restaurant & Full Bar in the Heart of Castro – Type 47 License Include
San Francisco, CA
This turnkey restaurant and full bar presents an exceptional opportunity in San Francisco's vibrant Castro District. The establishment comes fully equipped with a valuable Type 47 full liquor license,...
$799,000
Helen Liu
Accel Business Advisors
Serving San Francisco County, CA
We are a team of seasoned business brokers passionate about helping business owners and investors in business transactions. Our brokers operate less like salespeople and more closely to wedding planners; We will get to know your needs, show you what it will take to get there, and make sure that things are going according to plan the entire way. Our team of brokers has extensive experience and training working with a wide variety of business listings and performing valuations. Your business showcases your hard work and dedication; it deserves the highest level of professionalism that will lead you to a successful closing. All of our team members have had previous experience owning their own business and understand that placing your business for sale can be a stressful time. Through our rigorous training programs, our brokers have learned how to find the right buyer for your business and how to make the closing process run smoothly.
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Established Thai restaurant for sale in SF Tenderloin
San Francisco, CA
Imagine yourself running this beloved Thai restaurant right in the heart of San Francisco's Tenderloin district. You'll step into an established operation that's been serving authentic Thai and Laos...
$168,000
Bridal Store For Sale San Francisco, CA
San Francisco, CA
nown for its exceptional customer service and unique product, Bridal Breeze is built around creating an unrushed, tailored experience for each bride, especially the preferred choice for brides looking...
$295,000
Part-Time Business | Established San Mateo San Fran Territory
San Francisco, CA
This home-based Treasure Tower Rewards Program operates under a nationally recognized brand, serving a protected territory across San Mateo & San Fran and surrounding counties. The business offers a...
3
$39,980
Restaurant Mission/Noe Valley area
San Francisco, CA
1000 Sq ft restaurant is a fantastic neighborhood. Between Mission and Noe Valley districts. Type one hood. one ADA bathroom. Surrounded by retail and residential....
$140,000
Afghani & Persian Cuisine - Busy San Francisco Halal Restaurant
San Francisco, CA
Located on vibrant Polk Street, surrounded by busy bars, nightclubs, and other thriving businesses, this well-established Halal Afghani & Persian restaurant offers an incredible opportunity for a...
2
$250,000
Cash Flow: $100,000
FranchiseClass 101
Available Nationwide
Helping Students Find Their Future. Class 101 takes the confusion and intimidation out of the college application process.
$50,000
See More FranchisesRetro Diner offered with Property - San Francisco
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
San Francisco, CA
Description: This iconic restaurant is offered with Property. Located in San Francisco's Richmond District, this is a beloved neighborhood diner that has been serving classic American fare since 1959....
$1,450,000
Cash Flow: $215,000
Anti-Aging Haircare Brand – with Reviews, Suppliers and Inventory
San Francisco, CA
This is a turnkey, drug free anti-aging haircare brand with Amazon Brand Registry, a live DTC Shopify store, inventory in place, and a clean 3PL setup for hands off fulfillment. Orders are processed...
$295,000
Award-Winning Bay Area Hair Studio: Loyal Clients, High Profit Margins
San Francisco, CA
Reviewing all offers by the 10/21 deadline. This award-winning hair salon is one of the most respected salons in the Bay Area, repeatedly named Best Hair Salon by multiple outlets, and backed by...
$695,000
Cash Flow: $181,104
Lounge and Restaurant w/ a type 1 hood in the Polk Street Corridor
San Francisco, CA
An exceptional opportunity to acquire a well-established bar and lounge w/ a full kitchen located in a prime, high-traffic area. This stylish and modern newly renovated venue features a beautifully...
4
$150,000
Turnkey Boba Cafe in Prime Mission District Location with Type 1 Hood
San Francisco, CA
An incredible opportunity to take over a thriving, fully-operational business in the heart of San Francisco’s vibrant Mission District. District Tea is a well-established, high-traffic café known for...
6
$200,000
Well Established Law Practice-Turn-Key-Large Client Base!!
San Francisco, CA
Fantastic opportunity to step in on the ground floor (or actually the 8th floor). Great reputation, well known, and a profitable 25-plus year law practice specializing in immigration law. Super...
$229,000
Cash Flow: $85,000
High-Margin Babka Bakery | $52k EBITDA | Strong SF Brand w/ 1,500 Cust
San Francisco, CA
We are Braid Bakery, an LLC specializing in high-quality sweet and savory babkas. We operate out of a commercial kitchen in San Francisco with a lease that can be continued. We have a strong brand...
4
$30,000
Cash Flow: $10,000
High Potential Body Shop at San Francisco
San Francisco, CA
Auto body and Mechanical repair shop Address : 375 Vermont Street, San Francisco, CA 94103 Phone : 415-680-5678 Contact : Dennis...
$250,000
Cash Flow: $100,000
Profitable Bay Area Remodeling Business with Repeat Clients & Stellar
San Francisco, CA
This is a well-established and profitable remodeling and handyman business operating in the Bay Area, serving both residential and corporate clients — including USPS. Primary services include door...
2
$200,000
Cash Flow: $117,219
Opportunity to own the coolest nail salon in SF
San Francisco, CA
Welcome to your opportunity to own a chic, waterless nail salon in one of the hottest neighborhoods in town! This gorgeously appointed, fully operational space is a magnet for trendsetters and beauty...
6
$200,000
FranchiseLIME Painting
Available Nationwide
Love. Integrity. Mission. Excellence.
$75,000
See More FranchisesSan Francisco Downtown Dental Office
San Francisco, CA
Great location modern Dental office...
6
$395,000
Cash Flow: $480,000
Superfood Snack Business $675k TTM (40% GM) Servicing Top Tech Offices
San Francisco, CA
Profitable eCommerce business with $675,000 in TTM revenue and $21,670 in TTM profit selling superfood granola leading the category in food service with its delicious products, innovative nutrition...
$750,000
EBITDA: $70,000
Pet Accessory Manufacturing and Wholesaling
San Francisco, CA
This business is a new name in the pet accessories industry, that is poised for growth. Specializing in the design, manufacturing, and wholesale distribution of high-quality dog accessories. With a...
$65,000
Cash Flow: $3,035
Cafe i Bayview District of SF
San Francisco, CA
Small Cafe with limited cooking. Has Beer and Wine. Must See!...
$39,500
Thriving Bar & Nightclub Now Available in San Francisco!
San Francisco, CA
Discover a thriving Bar & Nightclub, established for over 11 years and flourishing post-COVID! With diverse revenue streams, this venue generated $1,165,910 in gross revenue for 2024. Valuable...
$695,000
Cash Flow: $226,213
FranchiseSnapology
Available Nationwide
Snapology is a leading children’s enrichment franchise focused on STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math) education through hands-on, play-based learning. With programs that engage kids ages 4–14 through robotics, coding, animation, and themed building activities, Snapology makes learning fun and impactful. The mobile-friendly model offers flexibility and low overhead, making it an ideal opportunity for passionate entrepreneurs looking to bring meaningful educational experiences to their communities. Whether hosted in schools, community centers, or birthday parties, Snapology helps children build confidence, critical thinking skills, and a lifelong love of learning.
$50,000
See More FranchisesTurnkey, 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
Asset Sale7 Element 7 Stores Dispensary Portfolio For Sale
San Francisco, CA
7 Element 7 Stores Dispensary Portfolio For Sale By Way of Receivership Call For Offers OCTOBER 24TH(California) #1882 This is being sold by way of Court Ordered Receivership and is subject to Court...
$420,420
Asset SaleDispensary Retail & Delivery License For Sale
San Francisco, CA
Portable Cannabis Dispensary Retail & Delivery License For Sale (San Francisco, California) #1866 Rare opportunity to acquire a San Francisco City & County storefront retail license with delivery...
$50,000
Asset SaleType 7 Manufacturing & Distribution Business For Sale
San Francisco, CA
Rare Fully Operational Cannabis Type 7 Manufacturing & Distribution Business For Sale (San Francisco, California) #1873 Available for $350,000, this is one of only a few fully operational Type 7...
$350,000
Asset SaleAsset Sale for a Hair Salon at 20k only !!
San Francisco, CA
Turnkey Salon Opportunity in Prime San Francisco Location – Ideal for Owner-Operators or Expanding Salons Step into a fully equipped, beautifully designed salon located at 1299 Church Street, San...
$20,000
Scott Beaton
SellingRestaurants
Serving San Francisco County, CA
Your Source for acquiring and selling Restaurants, Bars, Commercial leasing and Real Estate sales.
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Asset SaleOcean View Loft Salon in DogPatch Brand New Renovation
San Francisco, CA
Step into a stunning, light-filled loft salon in the heart of San Francisco’s vibrant Dogpatch neighborhood. Designed for both style and functionality, this boutique-style space blends minimalist...
2
$150,000
Asset SaleFood Truck for Sale
San Francisco, CA
Turnkey Food Truck Business for Sale - Ready to Roll. Looking to start your own food business or expand your brand? This fully equipped food truck is your chance to hit the ground running. Designed...
4
$60,000
Asset SaleTurnkey restaurant space in Mission District
San Francisco, CA
Asset Sale includes FF&E, Lease (5+ years), Beer/Wine License. The business is fully operating for an easy transition to buyer's restaurant concept....
4
$325,000
Asset SaleDistribution, Manufacturing Type 6 & Delivery Business For Sale
San Francisco, CA
Fully Built Out Microbusiness Cannabis Distribution, Manufacturing Type 6 & Delivery Business For Sale (San Francisco, California) #1803 Seize the opportunity to own a fully built-out and licensed...
$225,000
Asset SaleTurnkey Retail Annual Licensed Dispensary Business For Sale
San Francisco, CA
Fully Operational Turnkey Retail Annual Licensed Dispensary Business For Sale (San Francisco, California) #1752 Presenting a rare chance to acquire a fully operational and annually licensed retail...
$749,000
FranchiseSteamatic
Available Nationwide
Delivering Solutions Since 1968 ; Success Start With A Steamatic Franchise
$50,000
See More FranchisesHigh-End Medical Spa in San Francisco
San Francisco, CA
$588,000
"San Francisco" Busy Restaurant Business in Polk St!
San Francisco, CA
$145,000
Boba tea and dessert shop for sale in SF Dogpatch neighborhood
San Francisco, CA
$48,000
35 years established sushi restaurant for sale in SF Inner Sunset
San Francisco, CA
$150,000
Successful Massage Practice
San Francisco, CA
$499,000
FranchiseFleet Clean
Available in California
$90,000
Buy or Sell a Business in San Francisco
San Francisco is home to a wide variety of businesses, ranging from tech startups to small local shops. The city's strong economy and diverse population make it an attractive location for both buyers and sellers.
Market Snapshot
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Number of Businesses for Sale |
~220 |
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Median Asking Price |
$600,000 |
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Median Reported Revenue |
$920,000 |
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Median Reported Earnings |
$230,000 |
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Profit Margin |
24% |
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Earnings Multiple |
2.7 |
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Revenue Multiple |
0.7 |
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Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings. |
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If you're considering buying or selling a business in San Francisco, it's helpful to understand the local market, so we have analyzed the current business for sale listings to provide some context on the types of businesses selling, and the average financials and asking price metrics.
How many businesses are for sale in San Francisco?
There are over 200 businesses currently up for sale in the San Francisco area, covering a variety of industries. Keep in mind that some businesses may be listed 'blindly' and could require broader metro area or state-based searches to find.
What types of businesses are most commonly for sale in San Francisco?
The most common types of businesses for sale in San Francisco include:
- Food Service and Restaurants (around 100)
- Retail (around 30)
- Service Businesses (around 20)
- Online and Technology (around 10)
- And others such as Building and Construction, Health Care and Fitness, Beauty and Personal Care, each category with about 10 listings.
What is the average asking price for businesses in San Francisco?
The median asking price for businesses for sale in San Francisco is $600,000. This is just an average, and the actual asking price can vary widely depending on the specific business and its financial health.
What is the average revenue of these businesses?
The median reported revenue for businesses in San Francisco is $920,000, showcasing the thriving nature of these enterprises.
What is the average seller discretionary earnings?
In San Francisco, the median reported earnings of businesses for sale are $230,000. This figure can indicate profitability and is key in assessing a business's financial attractiveness.
What are the average valuation multiples?
The earnings multiple (asking) averages at 2.7, and the revenue multiple (asking) at 0.7. This metric is essential for appraising business value as it relates to earnings and revenue generated.
How can San Francisco business owners sell their own businesses?
Business owners in San Francisco looking to sell can engage an experienced business broker to manage the process, which improves the chances of a successful sale. Brokers are proficient in pricing, marketing, and negotiating sales. However, some owners may opt to list their business for sale independently. If choosing this route, it’s important to consider not only the financial implications but also the significant time investment needed to manage the sale process.
