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    1636 Tilghman St W Allentown, PA 18102

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    $3,300,000

    COMMERCIAL - Allentown City, PA

    Property size:
    9,184 SF
    Lot size:
    0.88 Acres
    Days on Market:
    2
    Last Refresh:
    Mar 7 at 2:06 pm

    Property Features for 1636 Tilghman St W

    General Information

    Property type
    Commercial Sale
    Property subtype
    Other
    Standard status
    Active
    Zoning
    B-3
    APN
    549741250764 1
    Parking
    20
    Parking features
    Driveway, Parking Lot
    Size
    9,184 SF
    Lot size
    0.88 Acres

    Utilities

    Sewer type
    Public Sewer
    Heating system
    Electric (Heating)
    Water source
    Public

    Building Details

    Year built
    1950
    Number of units
    2
    Building materials
    Brick, Stucco, VinylSiding
    Roof type
    Composition

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    Listing Contact
    Alpesh Patel

    Iron Valley Real Estate of Lehigh Valley (484) 241-1011

    Listing agent Alpesh Patel (610) 653-9633

    Listing date Mar 6, 2026

    MLS# 772787

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    Property Insight Report

    Overview

    Allentown Commercial Property For Sale

    This commercial property in Allentown City, Pennsylvania, presents a prime investment opportunity. Located at 1636 W Tilghman St, the property features a well-established car wash and income-producing commercial space. Situated at a signalized intersection, the location benefits from high visibility with approximately 37,000 vehicles passing daily. The property has a 43-year operating history and generates approximately $228,000 in annual rental income. The property is situated on a lot of 0.882 acres and includes a 9,184 square foot building. Zoned B-3, the property is located in a high-traffic commercial corridor and benefits from a long-standing customer base and consistent demand. This property is ideal for investors seeking reliable passive income with a proven business location in a prime Allentown area. Seller financing options are available.
    Property Profile Insight Report Location Intelligence

    Current Use by Public Records

    Allentown Car Wash Car Wash

    Suggested Use

    Restaurant Real Estate Agency Law Firm Building Supply Spa & Massage Center Dental Office Big Box & Wholesale Store Auto Repair Shop Hair Salon Nail Salon

    Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

    Location Insight

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    • Local Demand
    City
    Allentown
    County
    Lehigh
    State
    Pennsylvania
    Longitude
    -75.496254
    Latitude
    40.605916

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Car wash - Established car wash and commercial property in high-traffic Allentown location.
    Where is this car wash located?
    The property is located at 1636 Tilghman St W Allentown, PA.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $3,300,000.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: - High annual rental income (approximately $228,000) provides strong and stable cash flow.; - Prime location at a signalized intersection with high traffic volume (approximately 37,000 vehicles daily) ensures exceptional visibility.; - Well-established car wash and income-producing commercial property with a 43-year operating history.
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    Realmo CapRate Calculation

    Realmo calculates the Capitalization Rate (Cap Rate) to help estimate a property's potential return on investment. The Cap Rate is a fundamental metric in commercial real estate that measures the relationship between a property's net operating income and its market value.

    How We Calculate Cap Rate

    Cap Rate Formula:
    Cap Rate (%) = (Net Operating Income / Property Value) × 100

    Net Operating Income (NOI) Formula:
    NOI = Area × Lease Rate × (1 - Vacancy Rate) × (1 - Operating Expense Ratio)

    Components

    Net Operating Income (NOI) represents the annual income a property generates after operating expenses:

    • Area: Building square footage from property records
    • Lease Rate: Annual $/sqft based on market data for the property type and geographic location
    • Vacancy Rate: Percentage of unoccupied space based on market data for the property type and location
    • Operating Expense Ratio: Operating costs as a percentage of income, varies by property type

    Property Value is derived from:

    • Recent sale price (if available)
    • Statistical models using comparable sales
    • AI-powered valuation estimates

    Example Calculation

    For a 100,000 sqft Office Building:

    • Lease Rate: $25.00/sqft/year (market data for Office in this area)
    • Vacancy Rate: 8% (market data for Office in this area)
    • Operating Expense Ratio: 35% (typical for Office properties)
    • Property Value: $15,000,000

    Step 1: Calculate NOI

    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × (1 - 0.08) × (1 - 0.35)
    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × 0.92 × 0.65
    NOI = $1,495,000/year

    Step 2: Calculate Cap Rate

    Cap Rate = ($1,495,000 / $15,000,000) × 100
    Cap Rate = 9.97%

    Property Type Considerations

    Net Operating Income calculations vary by property type due to different operating expense ratios:

    • Office: Higher expenses (30-40%) for HVAC, utilities, maintenance
    • Retail: Moderate expenses (25-35%) for common area maintenance
    • Industrial/Warehouse: Lower expenses (15-25%) for minimal tenant services
    • Multifamily: Moderate expenses (35-45%) including property management
    • Self-Storage: Lower expenses (25-35%) due to minimal maintenance

    Market lease rates and vacancy rates are specific to each property type and geographic location, reflecting local market conditions.

    Disclaimer

    These calculations are estimates for informational purposes only and should not be used as a substitute for professional financial analysis or appraisal.

    • Cap Rate calculations depend on market data that may change over time
    • Actual operating expenses, lease rates, and vacancy rates may differ from market averages
    • Individual property conditions, lease terms, and tenant quality significantly impact actual NOI
    • Property value estimates are approximations and not official appraisals
    • Cap rates vary widely by market, property condition, and investment risk profile

    Professional Guidance Recommended: Before making any investment or financial decisions, consult with licensed appraisers, commercial real estate brokers, and financial advisors who can evaluate your specific property and circumstances.
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    Cap approach

    Capitalization Method calculates value based on estimated net operating income (NOI) and applying a market-based capitalization rate (cap rate), we estimate what a typical investor might be willing to pay for it.

    Comparable approach

    Comparable estimate is based on recent sales of similar nearby properties, adjusted for factors like size, condition, and location.

    Relative

    Relative property class coefficient uses factors that account for typical price differences between various asset types (e.g., retail vs. industrial) to provide a more accurate market-aligned estimate.

    Geo

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    Stat Estimate

    This method estimates value based on actual market adjusted recent (~5 years) sales of comparable properties around by location and property type.

    • Ranges - area data calculated by industry standard IQR Outlier Removal Method
    • Range-from: 75% of all similar sales ($/sqft) are above this value
    • Range-to: 75% of all similar sales ($/sqft) are below this value
    AI Estimate

    This method estimates value based on AI market estimation of comparable properties around by location and property type.

    • Ranges - area data calculated by industry standard IQR Outlier Removal Method
    • Range-from: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are above this value
    • Range-to: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are below this value
    Alternative use

    Estimate considers the property’s potential value if used for a different purpose-based on zoning, demand, and market feasibility.

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