Businesses for Sale in California

Browse 2,596 businesses currently for sale in California with an average asking price of $1.5M. Find acquisition opportunities across industries.

Active Listings
2,596
Median Asking Price
$650K
Median SDE
$200K
Median Multiple
3.2x SDE
Avg Asking Price
$1.5M
Average SDE
$324K
Listed in Last 30 Days
904
Added This Week
143

Median figures are computed over the 1,722 listings currently browsable on this page. Averages and counts cover all 2,596 active listings tracked in the last 90 days.

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Businesses for Sale in California

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Jun 10

Franchise Bakery Cafe for Sale in Sacramento, CA

Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA
$1.2MFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$409K
Multiple:2.9x
Why Buy

This national franchise bakery cafe in the Sacramento metro area has grown revenue from $2.6M to $2.9M over three years, averaging $409K in annual SDE with a diversified offering spanning baked goods, beverages, catering, and third-party delivery. The franchise infrastructure provides brand recognition, supplier relationships, and operational support that reduce ramp-up risk for an incoming buyer. SBA pre-qualification signals favorable financing terms for qualified acquirers.

Absentee OwnerManager in PlaceGrowth Trajectory
Jun 10

Franchise Coffee And Donut for Sale in San Diego, CA

San Diego-Carlsbad, CA
$550KFood & Beverage
Why Buy

This internationally recognized coffee and donut franchise operates inside one of San Diego's highest-traffic indoor malls, generating $40K to $50K in monthly sales with growth momentum since opening. The captive mall audience provides consistent foot traffic while the franchise brand, turnkey staffing, and near-new equipment reduce operational complexity for an incoming owner. The location benefits from a favorable mall lease and growing consumer interest in premium beverage and bakery concepts.

Manager in Place
Jun 10

Cafe And Bakery for Sale in Los Angeles, CA

Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA
$825KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$287K
Multiple:2.9x
Why Buy

This Southern California cafe and bakery generates $287K in SDE on $944K in annual revenue, representing a 30% profit margin with a beer and wine license that adds an incremental revenue stream to the core food and beverage concept. The business operates from a standalone building with substantial inside and patio seating, equipped with a full commercial kitchen and two ventilation hoods. Lease renewals through 2034 provide long-term operational stability for an incoming buyer.

Growth Trajectory
Jun 10

Architecture And Engineering Firm for Sale in Fresno, CA

Fresno, CA
$3.8MProfessional Services
Cash Flow:$1.6M
Multiple:2.4x
Why Buy

This Central California full-service architecture and engineering firm holds valuable state licenses across architectural design, civil and structural engineering, and land planning, serving school districts, municipalities, developers, and commercial clients throughout the state. Discretionary earnings of $1.57 million on revenues that support a $3.8 million asking price reflect best-in-class margins for a professional services firm. Long-standing public-sector relationships and an experienced team provide strong revenue visibility and a defensible competitive position.

Recurring RevenueSticky Customers
Jun 10

Food Manufacturing And Distribution for Sale in California

CA
$3.5MManufacturing & Production
Cash Flow:$1.2M
Multiple:2.9x
Why Buy

This California food manufacturer and distributor serves hundreds of delivery locations including supermarkets, convenience stores, restaurants, and hospitality accounts through a company-owned fleet operating on regular route-based schedules. Revenues exceed $3.5 million with discretionary earnings approaching $1.2 million, reflecting strong margins for a physical goods distribution business. Established logistics systems, long-standing client relationships, and specialized production equipment provide a turnkey platform for an incoming operator.

Recurring RevenueSticky Customers
Jun 10

Gas Station Convenience Store for Sale in California

CA
$750KRetail & E-commerce
Why Buy

This newly constructed fuel and convenience operation in Northern California sits on approximately one acre with a modern five-thousand-square-foot retail store and a long-term fuel supply agreement already in place. The independent site offers a new owner flexibility to pursue branded fuel partnerships or operate independently while capturing both fuel and convenience margins. Strong projected cash flow and low deferred maintenance make this an appealing entry point for experienced fuel operators or owner-operators.

Jun 1

Breakfast And Lunch Restaurant for Sale in California

CA
$549KFood & Beverage
Why Buy

This long-running breakfast and lunch restaurant in Monterey County has operated for decades and built a loyal multi-generational customer base, generating over one million dollars in annual revenue. The business occupies a high-visibility location in one of California's most visited coastal communities, benefiting from both local repeat traffic and consistent tourist demand. Favorable monthly rent relative to sales volume and a beloved local reputation provide a stable foundation for an incoming operator.

Sticky CustomersGrowth Trajectory
Jun 10

Medical Device Distributor for Sale in Los Angeles, CA

Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA
$1.0MWholesale & Distribution
Why Buy

A Los Angeles-based distributor of advanced wellness and recovery devices serving commercial fitness facilities and medspas, with approximately $1–2 million in annual revenue and a client base of 50–100 businesses. The company focuses on performance training, recovery, and metabolic conditioning equipment — a category benefiting from the expansion of medspa and boutique fitness markets. The business is early-stage but growing, with investment sought to fund continued market expansion.

Growth Trajectory
May 12

Commercial Led Lighting Company for Sale in Sacramento, CA

Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA
$540KWholesale & Distribution
Why Buy

This California-based full-service LED lighting solutions provider serves commercial, industrial, and residential clients with access to products from over 60 manufacturers, enabling competitive pricing and broad project coverage. The asset-only sale structure allows a buyer to acquire an established customer and supplier network without assuming liabilities. The Sacramento market's ongoing commercial construction activity supports continued demand for energy-efficient lighting upgrades and retrofits.

Jun 10

Event Management Company for Sale in Los Angeles, CA

Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA
$500KEntertainment & Recreation
Cash Flow:$18K
Multiple:27.8x
Why Buy

This Los Angeles-based events company organizes paid-entry literary competitions and festivals for authors and publishers across the United States and Europe, drawing thousands of participants annually. The business also produces entertainment and business conferences across multiple sectors, supplemented by post-competition marketing and media exposure services. The owner is retiring, offering a buyer a functioning event platform with an established participant community and recurring annual programming.

Retirement SaleHigh Seasonality
Jun 10

Tile And Stone Fabrication for Sale in California

CA
$1.4MConstruction & Trades
Cash Flow:$180K
Multiple:8.1x
Why Buy

This California tile and stone fabrication and installation company has operated for nearly four decades, serving both residential and commercial contractors across new construction, remodels, kitchens, bathrooms, and exterior applications. The company holds its own general contractor license and performs in-house stone fabrication alongside full installation services, giving it a competitive advantage over trade-only competitors. Long-standing client relationships and a founder-led reputation provide a stable transition platform for a new owner.

Retirement Sale
May 14

Laundromat for Sale in Los Angeles, CA

Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA
$3.0MPersonal Services
Cash Flow:$173K
Multiple:17.1x
Why Buy

This Los Angeles-area coin laundry operates from a bright, well-maintained facility with a variety of machine sizes serving a loyal neighborhood customer base, with the real property included in the asking price. The business is structured for absentee or part-time ownership with strong passive income characteristics. Recession-resistant demand and property ownership together provide a low-risk, income-producing asset for a buyer.

Absentee Owner
May 18

Gas Station Convenience Store for Sale in Los Angeles, CA

Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA
$1.4MRetail & E-commerce
Why Buy

This branded fuel and convenience franchise in the South Los Angeles market moves approximately 75,000 to 80,000 gallons of fuel per month through a high-density commuter corridor, with a long-term fuel supply contract providing revenue visibility. The property is currently undergoing a remodel and is available as a business-only lease or as a combined business-and-real-estate acquisition. Strong fuel margins and growing convenience store sales create a dual-revenue model with upside potential post-remodel.

Recurring RevenueGrowth Trajectory
Jun 10

Residential And Commercial Landscaping for Sale in California

CA
$375KHome Services
Cash Flow:$210K
Multiple:1.8x
Why Buy

This California landscaping company has operated for over a decade providing both hardscape and softscape services to residential and commercial clients, generating approximately $210,000 in annual seller's discretionary earnings. An experienced, trained team manages day-to-day operations, project execution, and customer service, supporting a buyer who prefers limited direct involvement. The balanced service mix and ongoing marketing efforts position the business for expansion into additional commercial contracts.

Sticky CustomersGrowth TrajectoryManager in Place
May 10

Fine Dining Restaurant for Sale in Los Angeles, CA

Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA
$3.5MFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$1.5M
Multiple:2.3x
Why Buy

This acclaimed restaurant in the Los Angeles metro area has maintained a nationally recognized culinary distinction since its establishment and generates $1.5 million in seller discretionary earnings on substantial annual revenue. The business operates from a spacious approximately 5,100-square-foot facility with experienced kitchen staff and an established management team in place. Its strong brand reputation and loyal customer base built over a decade present a rare acquisition opportunity in the premium dining segment.

Absentee OwnerManager in PlaceGrowth TrajectoryRetirement Sale
Jun 10

Food Service Franchise for Sale in Los Angeles, CA

Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA
$689KFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$213K
Multiple:3.2x
Why Buy

This two-unit food service franchise operates in the Los Angeles metro area under a well-known national brand, with experienced managers and trained staff in place enabling fully absentee ownership. The business generates over $212,000 in combined seller discretionary earnings from high-foot-traffic locations supported by franchisor systems and brand recognition. The semi-passive structure makes this an attractive portfolio addition for investors or semi-absentee operators.

Absentee OwnerManager in Place
Jun 10

Home Health Care Agency for Sale in Los Angeles, CA

Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA
$2.5MHealthcare & Wellness
Cash Flow:$781K
Multiple:3.2x
Why Buy

This established home health care agency provides in-home treatment and health services to clients through a licensed operation with trained care staff in place. The business serves a consistent patient population in a sector benefiting from long-term demographic tailwinds as the population ages and demand for home-based care continues to grow. The licensed operating infrastructure and existing care relationships provide a defensible platform for a healthcare-focused acquirer or operator.

Recurring RevenueSticky CustomersGrowth TrajectoryRegulatory Risk
Jun 10

Mobile Pet Grooming Business for Sale in Los Angeles, CA

Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA
$695KPersonal Services
Cash Flow:$215K
Multiple:3.2x
Why Buy

This Los Angeles mobile pet grooming business operates three fully equipped grooming vans serving affluent residential neighborhoods, with the day-to-day handled by a team of groomers rather than the owner. Two of three vans run at near-full capacity while the third sits idle and road-ready, representing a capital-light expansion path with no additional infrastructure needed. A 37% SDE margin on approximately $583,000 in revenue reflects a lean, scalable model with built-in growth optionality.

Recurring RevenueSticky CustomersGrowth Trajectory
Jun 10

Bbq Restaurant for Sale in Riverside, CA

Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario, CA
$4.3MFood & Beverage
Cash Flow:$506K
Multiple:8.5x
Why Buy

This American barbecue restaurant and bar includes the underlying real estate in the transaction, providing a combined food service and property asset acquisition opportunity. The business offers a full-service dining and bar experience with real estate ownership eliminating lease risk and providing long-term stability for the acquirer. The inclusion of real property alongside the operating business creates a dual-value acquisition for an owner-operator or investor seeking both income and asset appreciation.

Sticky Customers
Jun 10

Mattress Retail Showroom for Sale in Los Angeles, CA

Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA
$930KRetail & E-commerce
Cash Flow:$330K
Multiple:2.8x
Why Buy

This Southern California premium mattress showroom has operated for over 19 years, generating $1.7 million in annual revenue and $330,000 in cash flow from a referral-driven customer base and a curated selection of 70 top mattress brands. The 8,500+ square foot showroom in a high-traffic area is supported by a strong online presence, years of digital marketing performance data, and a 4.7-star average customer rating. The combination of established reputation, premium positioning, and an experienced team makes this a turnkey acquisition.

Recurring RevenueSticky Customers
Aug 16

Boutique Fitness Franchise Studio for Sale in San Jose, CA

San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA
$550KHealthcare & Wellness
Cash Flow:$205K
Multiple:2.7x
Why Buy

This Silicon Valley boutique fitness studio operates under a recognized national franchise brand with an established active membership base and complementary revenue streams beyond class attendance. The studio is fully equipped and benefits from strong brand recognition within a high-income suburban corridor, with a comparable sister location demonstrating the concept's ability to scale beyond current membership levels. An owner-operator with hands-on involvement has a clear path to growing membership and driving meaningful revenue improvement.

Recurring RevenueSticky CustomersGrowth TrajectoryKey Person Risk
Jun 10

Fire Protection Services Company for Sale in California

CA
$1.6MConstruction & Trades
Cash Flow:$500K
Multiple:3.2x
Why Buy

This Southern California fire protection company generates $500,000 in SDE from a top-rated operation with strong recurring service contracts across inspection, installation, and maintenance of fire suppression systems. Fire protection services benefit from mandatory regulatory compliance requirements that create non-discretionary, recurring demand largely immune to economic cycles. The asset-backed model with established client relationships provides a durable cash flow foundation for an acquirer.

Retirement SaleSticky Customers
Jun 10

Ophthalmology Optometry Practice for Sale in California

CA
$3.6MHealthcare & Wellness
Cash Flow:$660K
Multiple:5.5x
Why Buy

This established California ophthalmology and optometry practice offers advanced eye care services including laser-assisted cataract surgery, operating on an absentee ownership model supported by a long-tenured management team and clinical staff. Revenue is growing year over year with projected EBITDA approximately doubling from current levels as the practice scales its specialty capabilities. The seller will remain through a transition period, and two operating locations provide geographic coverage within the California market.

Absentee OwnerManager in PlaceRecurring RevenueSticky Customers
Jun 10

Battery & Power Solutions for Sale in Los Angeles, CA

Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA
$715KOther Business Services
Cash Flow:$299K
Multiple:2.4x
Why Buy

This Southern California franchise has evolved well beyond its retail roots, with the majority of revenue now derived from recurring commercial and government contracts including municipalities, fleet operators, and security companies requiring ongoing battery and backup power solutions. Multiple complementary revenue streams — including device repair, automotive key programming, and specialty batteries — diversify income and reduce single-category risk. National franchise support combined with a locally dominant commercial client base creates a compelling, scalable acquisition opportunity.

Manager in PlaceRecurring RevenueGrowth Trajectory

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many businesses are for sale in California?
There are currently 2,596 businesses listed for sale in California, with 143 new listings added in the past week.
What is the average asking price for a business in California?
The median asking price for businesses in California is $650K, with prices ranging from $8K to $60.0M.
What multiple of earnings do businesses in California list for?
Across the 1,722 businesses currently browsable in California, the median asking price is $650K and the median seller's discretionary earnings (SDE) is $200K. The median asking price works out to 3.2x SDE. Multiples vary with size, growth, and owner dependence, so treat this as a benchmark rather than a rule.
What industries are most common in California?
The most common industries for businesses for sale in California are Food & Beverage, Retail & E-commerce, Healthcare & Wellness, Personal Services, Automotive Services.
Can I buy a business in California with an SBA loan?
Yes, many businesses for sale in California qualify for SBA 7(a) financing. SBA loans typically cover 75-90% of the purchase price with 10-year terms, making acquisitions accessible for self-funded searchers.
How do I find the right business to buy in California?
Start by defining your acquisition criteria (industry, price range, location, and minimum cash flow). Searcher OS helps you filter through thousands of listings, analyze CIMs, and manage your deal pipeline from initial interest through closing.

Buying a Business in California

California offers a diverse range of businesses for acquisition, from established service companies to growing retail operations. Whether you're a first-time buyer or an experienced acquirer, understanding the local market is key to finding the right opportunity.

Most businesses in this price range qualify for SBA 7(a) financing, which covers up to 90% of the purchase price. Learn more about the acquisition process in our guides:

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