Escondido, CA
This established promotional products and branded apparel business presents an exceptional opportunity in San Diego County's thriving Escondido market. Founded in 2010, this turnkey franchise has...
$350,000
Cash Flow: $97,500
Businesses For Sale in San Diego County, CA
Local Info
Established Promotional Products Business - Prime San Diego County
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Profitable Juice & Smoothie Bar
La Jolla, CA
Step into a health-conscious, fast-casual concept with proven cash flow and a loyal customer base. This turnkey juice bar serves smoothies, cold-pressed juices and açaí bowls and more, all from a...
$447,801
Mongolian BBQ - 1 Million Annual Revenue. Mall location.
San Diego, CA
Exceptional owner/operator opportunity. This business has been running successfully with absentee ownership and did 950,000 last year from Credit card only sales. The owner lives in LA and seeks to...
$399,000
Cash Flow: $175,000
6
Established Sandblasting and Powder Coating Business
San Diego County, CA
Exciting Business Opportunity: Profitable Sandblasting & Powder Coating Shop in San Diego County! This is your chance to own a well-established, profitable sandblasting and powder coating business...
$195,000
Cash Flow: $75,000
11
Auction
State Street Theater | Carlsbad Village
Carlsbad, CA
Online auction: February 23-25, 2026
- Iconic Carlsbad Village location
- Value-add theater with broad zoning
$600,000 starting bid
7
Coastal SoCal - Scaled, Multi-Territory In-Home Care Franchise
San Diego County, CA
This opportunity represents the acquisition of a well-established, multi-territory in-home care franchise operating in a highly desirable Southern California coastal market. Founded in the mid-2010s,...
$7,400,000
Cash Flow: $1,600,000
Established Southern California Wedding Company – Turnkey & Profitable
San Diego, CA
Business Overview: SoCal Vows is an established Southern California wedding company providing ceremony and coordination services for couples who want a simple, organized, and personal experience. The...
$295,000
Cash Flow: $130,000
9
Stir It Up Established & Profitable Cafe with Low Rent
Spring Valley, CA
Stir It Up Coffeehouse & Cafe offers an outstanding acquisition opportunity in Spring Valley's thriving Casa de Oro community. This established, profitable cafe delivers $300,000 in annual revenue...
$169,999
10
The Only Cannoli
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 & 2024 We’ve established exclusive vendor contracts...
$470,000
Cash Flow: $250,000
2
Hot Nightclub PRIME Gaslamp Location! State of the Art Buildout!
San Diego, CA
? HOT NIGHTCLUB FOR SALE – A+ PRIME LOCATION – GASLAMP DISTRICT, SAN DIEGO ? This is your chance to own one of San Diego’s most electrifying nightlife venues, located in the heart of the iconic...
$1,500,000
Cash Flow: $500,000
FranchiseBODYBAR Pilates
Available in California
Transformative Pilates workouts meets turnkey franchise system in a booming wellness market.
$250,000
Farmers Insurance Agency – Oceanside, CA
Carlsbad, CA
Rare opportunity to acquire a well established Farmers Insurance agency located in beautiful Oceanside, CA. This high-performing agency generates $755,000 in annual revenue and has a strong, loyal...
$2,100,000
North San Diego County: Highly Profitable Security Business for Sale
San Diego, CA
The Signal franchise network is dedicated to providing peace of mind to communities and building a profitable, sustainable business. This isn’t just about stepping into revenue, it’s about growing...
$750,000
2
Premier Business Networking and Social Community- 30+ Locations
San Diego, CA
CEO Life – A High-Margin, Rapidly Scaling Global Membership Empire CEO Life is a premier, fast-growing executive network that has redefined how CEOs, entrepreneurs, and business owners connect, grow,...
$6,400,000
EBITDA: $1,288,270
2
Profitable Sushi Restaurant for Sale
Poway, CA
Profitable Sushi Restaurant for Sale in Poway, CA This well-established sushi restaurant presents an exceptional opportunity for an experienced operator seeking a turnkey business in one of San Diego...
$200,000
Cash Flow: $1,000,000
6
Established Restaurant in Historic Julian, CA
Julian, CA
Nestled in the heart of Julian’s scenic backcountry, this well-appointed business offering presents a rare opportunity to acquire a fully equipped restaurant space with strong infrastructure and...
$110,000
7
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M&A Business Advisors
Serving San Diego County, CA
M&A Business Advisors is a full-service Business Brokerage and M&A Advisory Firm and The Leader in Business Sales & Acquisition. We specialize in the CONFIDENTIAL sale of privately owned businesses in a wide range of industries. M&A Business Advisors is owned and operated by the Managing Partners who are highly respected, experienced, and recognized as some of the top producers and dealmakers in the industry. We join forces to collaborate, share our knowledge and expertise, and work as a “TEAM” to best represent business sellers and buyers. Our advisors have a wide range of backgrounds to serve our clients. In addition, our experience allows us to have our finger on the pulse of the ever-changing marketplace and understand the key factors that determine what the market will bear when it comes to value, terms, and conditions.
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Well-known, brand-name guitar pedal company for sale.
San Diego, CA
Boomerang was established in 1994 in Grapevine, Texas. It's a household name in the music industry. Cash-flow is positive and debt-free. Very low overhead for daily operations. Sales and Admin duties...
$149,000
Cash Flow: $75,000
*****PRICE REDUCTION $199,995-Rare Type 48 Bar For Sale*****
San Diego, CA
A very rare find is currently available in Mission Hills. A type-48 bar location (NO food requirement) with a live entertainment license that has been recently completely remodeled from the ground up...
$199,995
29
6 Bay Shop With 26 Year Clientele
Fallbrook, CA
Established Auto Repair & Service Shop - 26 Years of Excellence in Fallbrook, CA This thriving 6-bay automotive service facility represents an exceptional opportunity to acquire a well-established...
$395,000
Cash Flow: $316,800
3
Multi-Location Balloon Supply & E-Commerce Business
San Diego, CA
Turnkey business with two retail/warehouse locations (CA & NJ) + strong online store serving customers nationwide. Sells top balloon brands and décor supplies in a fast-growing industry with constant...
$500,000
Cash Flow: $180,000
6
High Profit High Growth CBD Company -75% Recurring Revenue, 14y old.
San Diego, CA
Business for Sale: Hemp Health / Pharma Hemp Complex Asking Price: $275,000 ($275,000 Biz Valuation + $240,000 Inventory at cost value Website: www.hemphealthinc.com Years in Business: 14 Location:...
$275,000
Cash Flow: $94,114
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FranchiseMr. Appliance
Available Nationwide
Mr. Appliance, a Neighborly company, is the nation's leading appliance repair services franchise.
$85,000
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
22
Asset SaleBrand New Turnkey Stretching Studio! (80% SBA Financing)
San Diego, CA
Step into one of California's most prestigious wellness markets with this operational STRETCHMED® studio located at 7606 Girard Ave, La Jolla, CA. This turnkey opportunity offers the perfect mix of...
$150,000
3
Asset SaleReduced! Restaurant Asset Sale Fashion Valley Mall Location, Turn Key
San Diego, CA
This is a turnkey food court asset sale located in one of San Diego’s premier shopping destinations with consistently strong foot traffic. The space is fully built out with a high-capacity commercial...
$349,000
ABA Therapy Practice
San Diego County, CA
I wanted to take a moment to highlight one of the key factors that truly sets our company apart. Our unique connection with the community and their insurance agencies in our area is something that...
Not Disclosed
EBITDA: $390,000
Vending route for sale in San Diego
San Diego, CA
Established soda and snack vending locations in San Diego County. Several routes for sale, asking price will depend on the locations purchased. Great opportunity for additional income, or to establish...
$100,000
Mobile Bar
El Cajon, CA
"Big Red" our 1953 Ford. Big Red is fitted with everything needed to drive up, set up and serve any number of guests at your unique vintage event. Comfortable and adaptable to small intimate settings...
4
$70,000
BBQ Restaurant
Escondido, CA
Great Business to own and run. The business is in a shopping center and surrounded by other shopping centers / the business is easy to run and profitable. The business has been open since 1960. This...
6
$150,000
Profitable Turnkey Store in Prime Location – Ready to Operate!
San Diego, CA
Established smoke shop, health store, located in a high-traffic commercial district of San Diego, offering exceptional growth potential and turnkey operations. This profitable retail business has...
4
$80,000
Cash Flow: $60,000
Trusted retailer of vinyl, CDs, cassettes, turntables, and accessories
San Diego County, CA
Located in a vibrant Southern California coastal town, this long-standing retail shop has been a beloved local institution for over four decades. Specializing in vinyl records, CDs, cassettes,...
$95,000
Cash Flow: $50,000
Thriving and Long Standing 2 Assisted Living business for Sale
Oceanside, CA
Thriving Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE) located in Oceanside, California. This licensed 12-bed facility offers private rooms, excellent care services, and a warm home-like...
$300,000
Cash Flow: $475,000
FranchiseFitness Machine Technicians
Available Nationwide
Fitness Machine Technicians – a business-to-business and residential international franchise opportunity with the potential for residual income through recurring service-based contracts.
$50,000
San Diego Dental Practice – Low Rent, Cash, PPO & Denti-Cal
San Diego, CA
Established San Diego Dental Practice - Low Overhead Opportunity This well-positioned 3-operatory dental practice presents an excellent entry point into private practice ownership or expansion...
6
$90,000
Performance Sport Boutique, Customer Lounge & More
San Diego County, CA
• Proven Legacy: Established for nearly 50 years, this boutique sports retail store has earned its place as a leader in the high-end active lifestyle market, serving individuals, children, and...
$1,499,000
Cash Flow: $189,900
Profitable Fixturized Wine Bar in Carlsbad Village
Carlsbad, CA
This is an exceptional opportunity to acquire a profitable, fully fixturized restaurant and bar located in a prime coastal North County destination. The business features a recently completed modern...
$385,000
Profitable and Highly Rated Sushi Restaurant
San Diego, CA
This well-known Japanese Sushi restaurant, which holds a Beer and Wine License, is located in a prime, high-traffic shopping center anchored by major national retail and grocery store brand. The...
$549,000
Cash Flow: $183,054
Designer Store for Sale
La Jolla, CA
Established Designer Women's Clothing Store - La Jolla, CA This well-established women's clothing boutique has been successfully operating for over 30 years, specializing in exclusive Eva Varro...
5
$54,000
Cash Flow: $100,000
FranchisePapa Murphy's
Available in California
We are the largest Take 'N' Bake Pizza franchise, offering simple operations and award winning pizza!
$125,000
Vista Pool Service Route for Sale
San Diego County, CA
Amazing find on this decades old, handcrafted, seasoned route. Includes Company Name, business phone number , logo, and new email address set up January 2026 for future billings. Route is within a...
$137,800
Cash Flow: $142,000
La Mesa Pool Service Route for Sale
San Diego County, CA
Excellent starter route. Very seasoned route handcrafted by the seller for years to be efficient and tight. High quality clientele that have been loyal and appreciative of quality service. Additional...
$54,000
Cash Flow: $61,000
Stretch Lab Franchise in the Heart of San Diego, CA
San Diego, CA
Own a profitable Stretch Lab franchise in one of San Diego’s most health-conscious neighborhoods. This is a proven, revenue-generating business with a loyal membership base and massive growth...
3
$110,000
Cash Flow: $39,000
Turnkey Mobile Pet Grooming and Sitting Business - San Diego Co
San Diego County, CA
Woofie’s Premium Pet Care Franchise – San Diego County Key Highlights: 4.8 Google Rating – Exceptional online reputation 80% Recurring Revenue – Strong, predictable cash flow Turnkey Operations –...
$339,000
Cash Flow: $70,000
Established and Profitable Endocrinology Practice for Sale
San Diego, CA
A Legacy of Care: Seeking a Qualified Successor for a Thriving, Office-Based Endocrinology Practice in San Diego Are you an entrepreneurial endocrinologist ready to take control of your career and...
$1,200,000
Cash Flow: $600,000
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First Choice Business Brokers San Diego
Serving San Diego County, CA
First Choice Business Brokers was established in 1994 and has had a presence in beautiful San Diego County since 2007. We offer unsurpassed experience and exceptional service that focuses on business brokerage, M & A Advisory and Practice Sales. We provide expertise in business transactions across a variety of industries and transaction sizes of $50,000 to $50 million. With offices across the United States we offer local service with national exposure providing sellers with the largest audience of qualified buyers and we offer buyers the largest inventory of businesses for sale. Let our significantly experienced, highly trained and seasoned professionals assist you in your business venture whether buying or selling. Our passionate team and our comprehensive processes and systems will get the job done! If you’re looking to buy or sell an existing business or franchise, you've come to the right place. We offer regional San Diego knowledge and world class service. When it comes to selling your business, you’ll want to work with a professionally trained, San Diego based business broker associated with a national company.
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Lucrative Central San Diego Medical Practice For Sale - Investor Owned
San Diego, CA
Long-standing medical practice that sees Adult Patients for Primary Care. Space: 1400 square feet first floor space - lobby, staff area, 3 exam rooms, provider office Location: Center of San Diego...
$1,000,000
Cash Flow: $505,000
Deli Turnkey
San Diego, CA
MOM’s Deli – Affordable Turnkey Opportunity in a Business Park Setting Here’s a hidden gem with big potential! MOM’s Deli is a clean, owner-friendly operation nestled in a busy business park with...
6
$90,000
Cash Flow: $30,000
Mission Foods Route For Sale San Diego CA $99,000
San Diego, CA
Mission Foods Route For Sale San Diego CA $99,000 #Ownaroute #Buyaroute #Distributor #Distributorship #IndependentDistributor #MissionRoute #MissionFoodsRoute #Mission #Flatbread #TortillaChips #Wraps...
$99,000
Cash Flow: $102,052
Mission Foods Route For Sale Escondido CA $99,000
Escondido, CA
Mission Foods Route For Sale Escondido CA $99,000 #Ownaroute #Buyaroute #Distributor #Distributorship #IndependentDistributor #MissionRoute #MissionFoodsRoute #Mission #Flatbread #TortillaChips #Wraps...
$99,000
Cash Flow: $94,449
PRICE DROP--San Diego Dance School for Youth
San Diego, CA
Transform your entrepreneurial vision into reality with this turnkey San Diego dance school serving children ages 2-12. You'll step into an established operation that delivers consistent revenue...
$80,000
FranchiseClothes Mentor®
Available in California
If you have been feeling the need for a professional change that offers flexibility, growth potential, and personal fulfillment, Clothes Mentor franchise ownership might be the path you have been searching for. The resale industry is booming, and franchising has real advantages, but the best part is the process is already nailed down for you.
$100,000
Unique Lifestyle Boutique: Jewelry, Gifts, Sculptures
San Diego, CA
We are a lifestyle boutique that offers a unique collection of hand made items such as jewelry clothing and accessories. In addition we sell lighting, African Sculptures and water features from around...
3
$250,000
Premier Downtown Gaslamp Retail Dispensary Location
San Diego, CA
Premier Downtown Gaslamp Retail Dispensary Location Near San Diego Airport! Submit Your Offer By February 20th (San Diego, California) #1940 An exceptional opportunity to secure a prime retail...
$420,420
Asian Franchise Concept-keep current or bring you own-Sushi/Japanese
National City, CA
Asian-Themed Franchise Restaurant for Sale – Prime South Bay Location Outstanding Opportunity: Keep Franchise or Launch Your Own Concept Take advantage of this rare chance to own an Asian-themed...
$149,999
Deli and Pizza restaurant-long established - great rent-full kitchen
Poway, CA
Are you ready to step into the flavorful world of Deli and Pizza restaurant ownership? This beloved family-run eatery is up for grabs, and it’s more than just a business it’s high volume deli ready...
5
$124,999
Beach area Thai and Boba-corner spot-huge traffic-patio-41 lic.
San Diego, CA
Beach area Restaurant Opportunity—Dual concept Asian Fusion and Dessert/ Boba tea opportunity, High traffic street frontage walking distance to the beach. Unmatched Visibility, Full Kitchen, and...
6
$199,999
FranchiseSignal
Available in California
Signal works to provide residential, commercial, and industrial clients with security services. The company wants to help people have a physically safe environment, giving them a better chance to flourish and prosper. Signal offers security services for apartments, hotels, schools, commercial and industrial establishments. Clients can request patrol services, dedicated security officers, or event security.
$20,000
Community loved Studio Style Boxing & Fitness
Oceanside, CA
Here’s a rare opportunity to take over a thriving Mayweather Boxing + Fitness franchise - already profitable and primed for growth. The previous owner invested $845K to build this business for his...
6
$185,000
Cash Flow: $53,664
Buy or Sell a Business in San Diego County, CA
San Diego County is a large market for business owners looking to sell their businesses. With a diverse economy and strong business culture, it is no surprise that many entrepreneurs are interested in buying a business in this area.
Market Snapshot
The following information was derived from an analysis of businesses for sale in San Diego County. Keep in mind this is a dynamic market, so the numbers will fluctuate. These statistics are meant to provide a general overview of the market and should not be used as absolute indicators.
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Median Asking Price |
$250,000 |
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Median Reported Revenue |
$574,234 |
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Median Reported Earnings |
$144,155 |
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Profit Margin |
25% |
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Earnings Multiple (Asking) |
1.7 |
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Revenue Multiple (Asking) |
0.4 |
How many businesses are for sale in San Diego County, CA?
Currently, there are over 400 businesses available for purchase in San Diego County, CA. This number reflects a dynamic market that offers a wide range of opportunities for prospective buyers.
What cities have most businesses listed for sale?
The top cities with the most businesses listed for sale in San Diego County are San Diego, Chula Vista, Escondido, Oceanside, Carlsbad, and Chula Vista. Each of these cities has a diverse business landscape, providing various options for buyers in different industries.
What types of businesses are for sale?
The market is rich with diversity, spanning various sectors. The most listed business categories include:
- Food and Restaurants
- Service Businesses
- Retail
- Health Care and Fitness
- Automotive and Boat
- Beauty and Personal Care
- Manufacturing
- Building and Construction
What is the average asking price for businesses in San Diego County, CA?
The median asking price for businesses currently listed in San Diego County is $250,000. This figure gives potential buyers an indication of market entry points for ownership transactions in the region.
What is the average revenue of these businesses?
The businesses listed have reported a median revenue of $574,234. This metric offers insight into the potential scale and financial viability of businesses within San Diego County's marketplace.
What is the average seller discretionary earnings?
On average, the seller discretionary earnings come to a median of $144,155, which can be a measure of a business’s profitability and potential for return on investment to the new owners.
What are the average valuation multiples?
The financial analysis shows an average Earnings Multiple (Asking) of 1.7 and an average Revenue Multiple (Asking) of 0.4. These multiples provide an understanding of pricing strategies in relation to revenue and earnings and can indicate return timeframes on investment.
How can San Diego business owners sell their own businesses?
Business owners in San Diego County who wish to sell their businesses have two principal options:
- List the business independently: Sellers can market their business for sale by themselves, leveraging their professional network and marketing platforms to reach potential buyers.
- Collaborate with a business broker: Retaining the services of a professional business broker can streamline the sales process, as brokers bring expertise in valuation, marketing, negotiation, and legal compliance, enhancing the potential of obtaining favorable terms.
Please note that the financial information presented is an average derived from data provided by businesses that have opted to share their revenue and earnings figures. These values are reflective of the market but should be understood as guidelines rather than guaranteed figures for individual businesses.
