Search
Car Wash with Recent Improvements
For Sale
Contact for pricing

1221 N 25th St, Council Bluffs, IA 51501

Neighborhood car wash featuring recent capital improvements and an established operating history.

Property Size3,600 SF
Price / SF$111.11
Days on Market50

Property Features for 1221 N 25th St

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 3,600 SF
Property subtype Special Purpose

Additional Details

Business Included Yes

Building Details

Year Built 1981
Listing Agency: Transworld Business Advisors Omaha
Listed By: John Fullerton · License #NE 20200021
Source: Crexi
Added: Aug 31 Changed: Oct 4 Last Checked: Oct 19 at 4:11AM

Displayed information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified. All listing content including descriptions, pricing, images are the copyrighted material of Transworld Business Advisors Omaha

Rey
Ask AI about this property
Review the available facts, identify missing information and prepare questions for the agent.

Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This car wash property includes a 3,600-square-foot facility constructed in 1981. Recent capital improvements have been completed, and the operation is described as requiring limited owner oversight. The business serves commuters and local residents from its neighborhood setting in Council Bluffs.

Located at 1221 N 25th St, the property combines an established vehicle-care operation with an existing physical facility. The business is currently operated mostly absentee, providing a defined operating structure for a prospective owner.

Key Highlights

  • 3,600‑square‑foot car wash facility
  • Originally constructed in 1981
  • Recent capital improvements completed

Financial Insights

Estimated NOI and Cap Rate

NOI / Yr
$35,717
Cap Rate
8.93%
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$714,340 $714.3K
Cap Rate 7%
$510,243 $510.2K
Cap Rate 9%
$396,856 $396.9K
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 3,600 SF
Gross rent
$55.7K $15.48/SF
− Vacancy
−$4.7K −$1.31/SF
EGI
$51.0K $14.17/SF
− OpEx
−$15.3K −$4.25/SF
NOI
$35.7K $9.92/SF
Area
Pottawattamie County, IA
Vacancy
8.44%
Lease Rate
$15.48 /SF/Yr
Expense Ratio
30.00%
Simulate Cap Rate and NOI
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$714,340
Cap Rate 7%
$510,243
Cap Rate 9%
$396,856

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Specialty Retail
$546.7K
$478.4K – $637.8K (±1% cap)
NOI $38,268 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 9.57%
Second Best
Retail
$510.2K
$446.5K – $595.3K (±1% cap)
NOI $35,717 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 8.93%
Theoretical Best
Office A
$687.5K
$601.6K – $802.1K (±1% cap)
NOI $48,127 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 12.03%
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with authorities. How Realmo checks its estimates

Property Analytics

Unlock full access to Insights Subscribe to Realmo Intelligence
Open Analytics

Current Use

Jim's Car Wash Car Wash

Suggested Use

Top Pick Real Estate Agency Law Firm Spa & Massage Center Hair Salon Gym & Fitness Center Parking Lot & Garage

Score = modeled unmet demand for each use within ~1 mi (higher = bigger opportunity). Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Lease Details

Turnkey business
Opportunity

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

118
Businesses Nearby
6k
Monthly Visits Nearby

Foot Traffic Nearby

Shops & Services 100%
Cenex Shops & Services
6,323 visits/mo 0.1 miles

Demographics for 51501, IA

34,906
Population
15,217
Households
2.3
Avg Household Size
38
Median Age
17%
College-Educated
86%
High-School Grad
23.9 sq mi
ZIP Area
1,461
Density / Sq Mi
$59,314
Median Household Income
$40,229
Median Earnings
$997
Median Rent
$140,400
Median Home Value
Check the figures for this property Cap Rate, Value Estimation, Potential NOI and more
View Realmo Analytics

Market

Vacancy Rate% for Retail in Midwest region

8% 2020
7.3% 2021
6.5% 2022
6% 2023
5.7% 2024
6.3% 2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Car wash - Neighborhood car wash featuring recent capital improvements and an established operating history.
Where is this car wash located?
The property is located at 1221 N 25th St Council Bluffs, IA.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $400,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 3,600‑square‑foot car wash facility; Originally constructed in 1981; Recent capital improvements completed
More about this property
Thanks! Your message was sent.
Error! Your message wasn't sent.
Please enter your name
Please enter email
Please enter the email in the correct format
Please enter phone
Please enter the number in the correct format
Please enter message
Why this one?
Saved
Reason not saved — we won't ask again