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Businesses For Sale in California

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Asset SaleFully Equipped Central Kitchen for Sale – Walnut, CA

Walnut, CA

Located just off the 60 Freeway in the City of Walnut, this 5,757 SF commercial kitchen is perfectly designed for food production, catering, or central kitchen operations. Property Highlights: Approx....

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Asset SaleTurnkey Hot Pot Restaurant- Unbeatable Location in Rowland Heights

Rowland Heights, CA

A rare turnkey opportunity to acquire a beautifully built-out hot pot restaurant in one of the most desirable dining destinations - Rowland Heights’ iconic Seasons Place Shopping Center. This vibrant...

$290,000

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$290,000

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Asset SaleTurn-key Unique Event Venue | Studio City | Real Estate Included

Los Angeles, CA

Turnkey, 4-level luxury event venue and restaurant in prime Studio City with real estate included. Features 752-person occupancy, Type 47 liquor license, rooftop lounge with panoramic views, banquet...

$11,000,000

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Asset SaleCrazy Cool Jukeboxes

Granada Hills, CA

Cool jukebox biz $69,999 Listed 12 weeks ago in North Hills, CA Door pickup Details Condition Used - Good Color Multi-Color THIS is an ASSET SALE of JUKEBOXES UNLIMITED. For 54 years I’ve been selling...

$69,999

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Asset SaleTurnkey Regional Center Business - EB-5 Investment & Real Estate Dev

Orange County, CA

Avoid the 3-5 year waiting period due to USCIS backlog with this established, fully licensed EB-5 regional center, covering all of California and ready to sponsor EB-5 investment projects. Ideal for...

$300,000

$300,000

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Asset SaleOrange County: Turnkey CNC Cabinet Shop- Instant, High-Vol. Casework

Los Alamitos, CA

INSTANT CAPACITY: Acquire a Turnkey CNC Production Cabinet Shop in Orange County, CA This is a rare opportunity for a large contractor, national firm, or established local business to secure...

$850,000

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$850,000

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Asset SaleBulk Sale - Restaurant & Bar w/ Type 48 & Type 58 Licenses - Turnkey

Los Angeles, CA

Bulk sale opportunity for a fully equipped restaurant and bar located on Roscoe Blvd in Canoga Park. This location has operated as a neighborhood bar/tavern and comes with a complete package of...

$300,000

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$300,000

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Asset SaleAuto Body Shop with Spray Booth & Licenses – East Hollywood – $199,000

Los Angeles, CA

Turn-key auto body shop in East Hollywood with all licenses in place. Unique opportunity with extremely low rent and a flexible landlord. 4,600 sq ft facility divided into two separate spaces – one...

$199,000

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$199,000

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Asset SaleExcellent location/Auto shop in Hollywood, CA

Los Angeles, CA

Rare turnkey opportunity in Hollywood — 2,100 sq. ft. fully equipped auto body shop with a fully permitted & licensed spray booth, frame machine, and all essentials to start operating day one. Lot...

$160,000

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Asset SaleTurnkey Kitchen and Mediterranean

Carson, CA

Rare Opportunity! Fully Equipped Turnkey Ghost Kitchen & Restaurant for Sale – Priced at $49,000 OBO Are you ready to step into the thriving food industry with minimal upfront effort? This is your...

$49,000

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$49,000

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Asset SaleIsland Bodega

Westminster, CA

This Acai Café was recently completed with full construction improvements and brand-new commercial equipment throughout. The sale includes premium fixtures such as multiple undercounter refrigerators,...

$150,000

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$150,000

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Asset SaleRheon machine will make up to 100 cookies per minute

Hayward, CA

Asset Sale - Commercial Bakery Equipment Package This asset sale opportunity features professional-grade commercial bakery equipment ideal for cookie production operations. Located in Hayward,...

$175,000

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$175,000

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Frozen Yogurt Business

$465,000 - Ventura County, CA

$465,000

Ventura County, CA

Ryan J. Roques

First Choice Business Brokers - Corona/Ontario Office

Asset SaleSan Diego Water Restoration Business

San Diego, CA

Step into a prime opportunity to own a turnkey water damage restoration business in San Diego’s high-demand market. This asset sale includes $250,000 in premium equipment, vehicles, and...

$250,000

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$250,000

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Asset SaleB2B Robotics Franchise w National Accounts!

Los Angeles, CA

This Robotics Franchise has been featured on CNBC, Forbes TV, Fox Business and more. With more than 13 years of experience leading robotics integration, managing, and deploying a fleet of over 10,000...

$250,000

$250,000

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Sweet James

Sweet James Lawyers Inc

Serving San Francisco County, CA

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Asset SalePrime Irvine Restaurant Space - Full kitchen & Beer & Wine license

Irvine, CA

Located right off the 405 Freeway and Culver, just 5 minutes driving distance from UC Irvine, this beautifully remodeled restaurant sits in a very busy shopping center surrounded by high-income...

$490,000

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$490,000

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Asset SaleAccreditation-Ready Home Health Agency – CHOW-Friendly

West Covina, CA

Well-positioned opportunity to acquire a California Department of Public Health (CDPH) licensed home health agency in good standing with no open enforcement actions or deficiencies. The license is...

$65,000

$65,000

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Asset SaleHigh-Visibility Restaurant for Sale –Busy Corner, Heavy Foot Traffic

Santa Ana, CA

High-Visibility Restaurant Asset Sale - Prime Santa Ana Location This exceptional restaurant asset opportunity features a turnkey space strategically positioned on a busy corner with major street...

$200,000

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Asset SalePRICE REDUCED!!! Unique and rare restaurant opportunity in Aptos.

Aptos, CA

Currently operating restaurant with Type 47 liquor license in highly desirable location. Details provided after executed NDA....

$199,000

$199,000

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Real EstateDowntown Walnut Creek Restaurant Buildings for Sale!

Walnut Creek, CA

RARE chance to OWN restaurant real estate in Downtown Walnut Creek! Located at 1535 + 1541 Giammona Drive Two adjacent buildings ±5,200 SF total. Price upon request. ±3,700 SF space + Large ± 1,300...

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Real EstateThriving Landmark Restaurant – Extraordinary Business Opportunity

Ramona, CA

Iconic restaurant business opportunity in Ramona, CA featuring 3,660 square feet on a substantial 3/4-acre lot. This established property has served as home to the beloved Boll Weevil of Ramona, a...

$249,000

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$249,000

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Real EstateFOR LEASE Automotive Center

Glendale, CA

FOR LEASE: Automotive Service Bay in Prime Glendale Location Professionally established automotive center offering one fully equipped service bay for lease in the heart of Glendale, California. This...

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Appliance Repair Company

$1,180,000 - Los Gatos, CA

$1,180,000

Los Gatos, CA

Ardeshir Vosooghi

First Choice Business Brokers-SF Bay

Real EstateRCFE, Congregate, ARF, Rehab or Assisted Living Care Facility

Lancaster, CA

Prime Multi-Use Healthcare Facility Lease Opportunity in Lancaster, CA Exceptional lease opportunity for a versatile healthcare facility in West Lancaster's most desirable area of Antelope Valley....

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Start-upMini-donut Trailer - earn $129k in average net profit per trailer

Mini-donut Trailer - $129k Adjusted Net Profit per Trailer The Sweet Escape From Corporate America: Making People Smile, One Donut at a Time This is an interactive, mobile business opportunity that is...

$59,500

$59,500

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Start-upAsset Investigation Business

Why Start an Asset Investigation Business? Work from home Low overhead Large market size Little competition High profit margins Recession-proof Unlimited income potential We provide you with a "Turn...

$200,000

$200,000

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Start-upOnigilly Japanese Kitchen - Franchise Locations - Available Now!

What is Onigilly? Journey back in time with us—over 1,000 years!—to the days of the traditional Samurai warrior. These fighters had to travel great distances for each stage of battle, which required...

$35,000

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$35,000

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Start-upAppliance Control Board Repair. Work From Home. Every State USA

The basic business is broken down into 5 main actions dealing with Appliance Control Boards which are in more than 95% of all US and Canadian Major Home Appliances. First and foremost, let me make...

$21,000

$21,000

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Start-upElectronics Repair Inside Walmart - 10 K + Walking Traffic Daily

A TECHY electronics repair franchise offers an exciting opportunity for aspiring entrepreneurs seeking a business venture with a proven track record. With a reputation for providing professional and...

$75,000

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$75,000

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Start-upRichard's Painting, Your Neighborhood Painter

If you are looking for a low cost - high return business, then look no further than Richard's Painting. With our employee model we outperform most other painting franchises in ROI department. We are...

$39,950

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$39,950

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Start-upExpress Trenchless Plumbing Franchise Opportunity

Express Trenchless Plumbing offers a modern, scalable plumbing franchise model built for long-term success. We specialize in cutting-edge, no-dig trenchless technology that sets our services apart...

$35,000

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$35,000

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Start-upOwn one of the only franchised consumer loan companies in the US

If you are looking for a consumer finance lending franchise for sale, that provides all of the resources and support you need to succeed, look no further than KeyStone Financial. We are currently...

$50,000

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$50,000

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Dominant tuxedo sales and rental store in the market

$711,000 - Santa Clara County, CA

$711,000

Santa Clara County, CA

Ardeshir Vosooghi

First Choice Business Brokers-SF Bay

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Start-upEarn Recurring, Residual Rental Income Without Owning Real Estate

This is a Short-Term Rental Property Management Business. In 2024 the Average Annual per Territory Short Term Rental Total Revenue was $1,734,734 ** Fast Facts Our Franchisees Manage Short-Term Rental...

$75,000

$75,000

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Start-upSide Hustle or Full Time Bus Cost Analysis w/ BIG Profits from Home!

The largest independent cost reduction consulting firm in North America, with offices from coast-to-coast across the United States and Canada. **No Franchise Royalty for the First 12 Months! Yes One...

$44,000

$44,000

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Start-up3 Exciting Franchises: HVAC, Plumbing, Mold Remediation!!!

We're seeking entrepreneurs to join a proven franchise brand with a strong reputation in HVAC, Plumbing, and Mold Remediation. This is your chance to own a business in a thriving industry with a...

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Start-upRest Recovery Wellness (Ice Bath / Cold Plunge and Sauna Company)

Pioneering Health and Wellness License Opportunity We are the true one stop shop for wellness. We offer more tools and modalities then anyone in or around the market - COMPRESSION - PEMF - INFRARED...

$35,000

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$35,000

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Start-upEssential Business - Average location $1.49MM Gross w/$423k Return

*Essential Business - Average location in 2023 did $1.49MM Gross w/$423k Return *Corporate location in 2023 did over $13.9MM in total gross sales w/estimated earnings of over $2.1MM The need for our...

$49,500

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$49,500

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Start-upEstablished Plumbing & Home Services Company Expanding Nationwide

Established Plumbing, HVAC and Home Services Company. Recognized brand expanding nationwide outside of southwest. 20+ years experience, lucrative and disruptive service with executive business model....

$17,500

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$17,500

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Pramod Patel

Just Elementary, Inc. Commercial Business Brokers.

Serving Los Angeles County, CA

Just Elementary, Inc Commercial Business Brokers has assisted owners with selling a diverse array of businesses including: Tool & Die Manufacturing Electrical Contractor Service Television Studio Catering Business Burger King with Real Estate Recording Studio Injection Molding Business Just Elementary, Inc Commercial Business Brokers helps clients evaluate businesses to determine their value and helps determine what steps are necessary to make the business more valuable.

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Start-upLet's Flip Houses Together

Start a Real Estate Investment Business — Without Risking Your Own Cash or Credit Our program is designed to help beginner investors launch a profitable real estate business using proven strategies...

$24,750

$24,750

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Start-upCDPH Licensed Hospice Agency for sale in Burbank California

CDPH licensed hospice agency in Burbank, California, offered as a brand?new, ready?to-operate platform for a buyer seeking fast entry into the hospice market without the delays of starting from...

$275,000

$275,000

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Award-Winning & Profitable Auto Repair & Smog Shop – Riverside County

$1,200,000 - Riverside County, CA

$1,200,000

Riverside County, CA

Ryan J. Roques

First Choice Business Brokers - Corona/Ontario Office

Start-upLaundromat. Passive Income - Arcade, Vending & Laundry Revenue.

First Affiliate-Owned Unit - 2023 total revenue was $868,659 with $235,276 EBITDA (27%). Our laundromat business model will disrupt the growing but archaic laundromat industry by providing customers...

$575,000

$575,000

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Start-upRed-E-Bins Has Opportunities in Your Area

**We will pay the Tariffs on the next 3 US territories sold** Red-E-Bins is a new concept to the North American market of personal and commercial disposal. Our trailer and bins are unique in the way...

$99,900

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$99,900

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Start-up$1 for a Fully Automated Real Estate Investing Business!!

Are you looking for passive income? Would you like to invest in a hands-off opportunity FOR JUST $1 UPFRONT, where an experienced company handles everything from A to Z, and you simply receive 70% of...

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$1

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Start-upDryer Duct Rescue, Own A Certified Super Brand

Dryer Duct Rescue...A Certified Super Brand in a Fast-Growing Industry Dryer Duct Rescue, founded in 2015, is a proven Super Brand in the rapidly expanding dryer exhaust vent safety market. Our...

$20,000

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$20,000

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Start-upRobots are here to Stay! The Only Robotics & Franchise on the Market!

This Robotics Franchise has been featured on CNBC, Forbes TV, Fox Business and more. With more than 13 years of experience leading robotics integration, managing, and deploying a fleet of over 10,000...

$60,000

$60,000

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Start-up2 Truck fleet nets 10k+ Monthly

Price: $250,000 for 2 Semi-Truck Routes E2 Visa Approved EB 5 Visa Approved NO SBA 3rd PARTY FINANCE AVAILABLE FOR QUALIFIED CANDIDATES 50% Down 700 credit score GOOD PROVABLE INCOME (LAST 2 Year Tax...

$250,000

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$250,000

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Start-upFactory Built Home Production Partnership

Join the Factory-Built Housing Revolution with PreFab Innovations PreFab Innovations is at the forefront of transforming the housing industry through factory-built solutions. This is more than...

$135,000

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$135,000

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Start-upRobots are here to Stay! Robotics Franchise w/ Massive National Accts!

This Robotics Franchise has been featured on CNBC, Forbes TV, Fox Business and more. With more than 13 years of experience leading robotics integration, managing, and deploying a fleet of over 10,000...

$54,900

$54,900

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Start-upFast Growing Locksmith Franchise

Available Nationwide We make car keys, (LOTS of car keys) and we are expanding to new markets. We are currently accepting franchisees in all markets. We are a full service locksmith company, our...

$34,000

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$34,000

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Start-upLegal Collections

Learn every single legal collection technique! You will learn how to garnish wages, freeze bank accounts, repossess cars, place liens on real estate, seize safety deposit boxes, and more! We provide...

$250,000

$250,000

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Start-upTurn Key Packing & Shipping Stores, available starting at $75,000

Qwik Pack and Ship presents a proven business opportunity in the essential shipping and logistics services sector. Established in 1991, this turn-key operation offers entrepreneurs the chance to own a...

$37,500

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$37,500

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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

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.