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Businesses for Sale in California

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Top Businesses For Sale
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La Crescenta-Montrose, California

Sushi Restaurant - Sunland

$ 195,000

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Gardena, California

Asset Sale

$ 100,000

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San Clemente, California

San Clemente Restaurant for sale , close to beach- Price reduced

$ 150,000

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Sunnyvale, California

Mexican Restaurant Great Opportunity Turnkey

$ 175,000

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Huntington Beach, California

ASK: $120K, AS IS SALE: JAPANESE SUSHI in HUNTINGTON BEACH

$ 120,000

CF : $ 120,000

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California

California Home Health Agency for Sale

$ 125,000

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Roseville, California

Absentee run sandwich shop for sale in Roseville shopping plaza

$ 100,000

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South Lake Tahoe, California

Absentee run sushi restaurant for sale in South Lake Tahoe

$ 450,000

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Sacramento, California

Super high volume Dim sum restaurant for sale in Sacramento

$ 500,000

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Elk Grove, California

Japanese Ramen restaurant for sale in Elk Grove next to Highway 5

$ 80,000

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Santa Clara County, California

Mexican Restaurant Great Opportunity Turnkey

$ 175,000

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Los Angeles, California

Sushi restaurant in San Pedro with Real Estate is available

$ 150,000

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Los Angeles, California

$98K Turnkey Restaurant Opportunity. Prime Yorba Linda Location

$ 98,000

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California

Award Winning Chiropractic Care Center in NorCal

$ 1,850,000

CF : $ 310,000

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California

Established Mail & Shipping Center in Silicon Valley – SC2248

$ 174,900

CF : $ 20,000

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Los Angeles County, California

Beer and Wine market

$ 525,000

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Los Angeles, California

Liquor Store

$ 539,000

CF : $ 180,000

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La Puente, California

Liquor Store - As Is Sale, Check Cashing Service

$ 199,000

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Dublin, California

Korean BBQ Restaurant - Semi Absentee Owner

$ 449,999

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Livermore, California

Modern and AYCE Absentee Run Korean BBQ

$ 899,999

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Glendale, California

33-Year-Established Liquor Store with Strong Lottery Income for Sale

$ 185,000

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Placer County, California

High Margin-Highway Location Auto Transmission Shop in Placer County

$ 749,000

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San Bernardino, California

DONUT & DELI BUSINESS FOR SALE – 34 YEARS IN THE SAME LOCATION!

$ 179,000

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Los Angeles, California

Retail Pharmacy

$ 149,000

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Oceanside, California

50s Style Diner - Absentee Run, Not Full Service

$ 599,000

CF : $ 200,000

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Irvine, California

ASK $690K:MONTH NET $20K: KOREAN KITCHEN IRVINE: SBA $220K DOWN

$ 690,000

CF : $ 240,000

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Los Angeles County, California

Baskin Robbins Ice Cream Store - San Fernando Valley - Low Rent - Franchise 10% Down Payment with SBA

$ 49,000

CF : $ 150,000

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Alameda County, California

Test Only Smog Check Station - Near A Busy DMV, Huge upside potential for growth, ~3000 sf unused space available for additional business.

$ 439,900

CF : $ 121,000

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San Diego County, California

Quick Service Burger Restaurant - North County

$ 229,000

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Millbrae, California

Excellent opportunity to acquire a fully built-out restaurant in a prime Millbrae location on Broadway near El Camino Real.

$ 298,000

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San Diego, California

Fast-casual Mediterranean eatery for sale in San Diego

$ 138,000

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Vallejo, California

Thai Restaurant - Authentic, Laid Back Vibe

$ 80,000

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Folsom, California

Vietnamese restaurant for sale in Folsom near Ranch 99 supermarket

$ 99,000

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Los Angeles, California

Trophy Condition of Turnkey Restaurant in West Hollywood

$ 100,000

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South Pasadena, California

Plug & Play Bakery Opportunity in South Pasadena

$ 120,000

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Fountain Valley, California

Restaurant Opportunity in Fountain Valley  w Great Lease Term

$ 90,000

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Los Angeles, California

Prime Location with Low Fixed Rent in West LA

$ 200,000

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San Clemente, California

Very Reasonable Rent with Beer and Wine License in San Clemente

$ 150,000

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Pasadena, California

Prime location in Pasadena! Favorable lease terms with a Beer And Wine!

$ 110,000

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Costa Mesa, California

SBA Pre-qualified! Sushi Restaurant in Costa Mesa

$ 470,000

CF : $ 219,897

Buy or Sell a Business in California

California is home to more small businesses than any other state in the country. With nearly 39.5 million residents, an economy exceeding $4 trillion — among the five largest in the world when measured against national economies — and more than 4.2 million small businesses generating the vast majority of the state's private-sector jobs, California produces consistent and diverse buyer demand across nearly every business category. BizBen features verified listings across dozens of categories statewide — from restaurants, gas stations, and liquor stores to gyms, spas, insurance agencies, and more.

California Market Snapshot

  • Number of Businesses: 2995 active listings
  • Average Asking Price: $1,191,947 (based on 2868 listings with disclosed pricing)
  • Average Revenue: $986,359
  • Average Cash Flow: $1,008,037

California Business Market Insight

    California's business landscape varies dramatically by region and category. The San Francisco Bay Area and Silicon Valley remain the country's leading hub for technology and professional services, while Los Angeles County's entertainment, retail, and hospitality sectors make it one of the most active markets in the state for restaurant and retail acquisitions. Orange County and San Diego County combine affluent residential demand with strong tourism and biotech industries, driving steady activity in healthcare, franchise, and hospitality categories. The Central Valley — including Fresno, Bakersfield, and Sacramento — remains the state's agricultural backbone, supporting a consistent market for food production, distribution, and agriculture-adjacent businesses. The Inland Empire's logistics and distribution corridor, anchored by its proximity to the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach, has become an active market for warehouse, transportation, and industrial service businesses. Smaller metro areas and coastal counties continue to support strong demand for laundromats, gas stations, liquor stores, and other everyday-service businesses that anchor local communities throughout the state.

    Why Invest in a California Business

    • Largest state economy in the U.S. and among the five largest economies in the world, creating deep and diverse consumer demand
    • More small businesses than any other state — over 4.2 million — giving buyers the widest selection of categories and price points anywhere in the country
    • California leads the nation in business startups and captured more than half of all U.S. venture capital in 2024, reflecting sustained entrepreneurial momentum
    • Regional diversity — from Bay Area tech to Central Valley agriculture to Southern California tourism — spreads opportunity across nearly every industry
    • Strong SBA lending environment and an active statewide network of business brokers experienced in California transactions

    California remains the most active and diverse business acquisition market in the country, offering buyers opportunities across every category and region of the state.

    Selling Your California Business?

    Thinking about selling your business? BizBen connects sellers with qualified buyers and experienced business brokers across every region and category in California.

    FAQs

    How many businesses are currently for sale in California?

    There are currently 2995 active business listings across California on BizBen, spanning dozens of categories and every major region of the state.

    What is the average price of a business for sale in California?

    The current average asking price on BizBen is $1,191,947. Pricing varies significantly by category and region — coastal and metro-area listings, along with businesses in higher-margin categories, tend to command higher valuations.

    What types of businesses can I buy in California?

    BizBen lists businesses across dozens of categories, including restaurants, gas stations, laundromats, liquor stores, franchises, hotels, gyms, spas, insurance agencies, construction companies, and professional service businesses, among many others.

    Which regions of California have the most business listings?

    Los Angeles County, the San Francisco Bay Area, San Diego County, Orange County, and Sacramento County are among the most active markets for business listings on BizBen.

    Can I finance a business purchase in California?

    Yes. SBA 7(a) and 504 loans, along with seller financing, are common. Brokers on BizBen can connect you with California-based lenders experienced in small business acquisitions.

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