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1603 Dixon Street, Fredericksburg, VA 22401

Freestanding automotive facility with strong Route 17 visibility, surface parking, and flexible CH zoning for varied uses.

Property Size3,770 SF
Lot Size0.82 Acres
Days on Market60

Property Features for 1603 Dixon Street

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 3,770 SF
Lot size 0.82 Acres
Property subtype Retail
Zoning CH

Site & Location

Traffic Count 22,394 vehicles/day
Highway Access Yes
Road Access Yes

Building Details

Year Built 1979
Listing Agency: Divaris Real Estate | Washington DC
Listed By: Erik Ulsaker · License #0225097564
Source: Divaris
Added: Jun 2 Changed: Jul 10 Last Checked: Jul 30 at 5:20AM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This freestanding 3,770 SF automotive building sits on 0.82 acres and was previously used as a car wash. The property is configured to support an automotive-focused operation and includes on-site surface parking to serve customers and employees. With its existing infrastructure and layout, it offers an established starting point for a similar concept or a compatible reuse.

The site fronts Route 17/Dixon Street in Fredericksburg, with reported visibility of 22,394 vehicles per day. Access is available via multiple ingress and egress points from Route 17 and Airport Road, helping accommodate customer flow from more than one approach. The property’s prominent frontage and convenient drive access make it well-suited for operators seeking retail or automotive exposure.

Zoned CH by the City of Fredericksburg, the property is described as allowing for a variety of uses by right. That flexibility can support a range of automotive or retail-oriented tenants, particularly those looking to capitalize on existing site improvements and established curb appeal. For buyers or operators, the combination of frontage, parking, and zoning offers a practical opportunity to continue an automotive use or repurpose the site within the allowed category of CH.

Key Highlights

  • 3,770 SF freestanding automotive building on 0.82 acres fronting Route 17/Dixon Street in Fredericksburg
  • Zoned CH (City of Fredericksburg) with variety of uses allowed by right
  • Significant Route 17 frontage with 22,394 VPD (vehicles per day)

Property Analytics

Current Use

Car washes

Suggested Use

Top Pick Real Estate Agency Law Firm Parking Lot & Garage Electrical Service Skin Care Clinic Nail Salon

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

22,394 VPD
Traffic count
Yes
Highway access
Yes
Paved road access
NNN (Triple Net)
Lease Type

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

321
Businesses Nearby
22k
Monthly Visits Nearby

Foot Traffic Nearby

Dining 89% Shops & Services 11%
Hardee's Dining
10,188 visits/mo 0.1 miles
Dunkin' Donuts Dining
6,251 visits/mo 0.2 miles
El Rodeo Dining
2,602 visits/mo 0.5 miles
7-Eleven Shops & Services
2,470 visits/mo 0.1 miles

Demographics for 22401, VA

27,799
Population
12,270
Households
2.3
Avg Household Size
32
Median Age
47%
College-Educated
93%
High-School Grad
10.4 sq mi
ZIP Area
2,673
Density / Sq Mi
$85,432
Median Household Income
$46,891
Median Earnings
$1,518
Median Rent
$461,600
Median Home Value

Market

Vacancy Rate% for Retail in South region

7% 2020
6.2% 2021
5.1% 2022
4.8% 2023
4.9% 2024
5.4% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Car wash - Freestanding automotive facility with strong Route 17 visibility, surface parking, and flexible CH zoning for varied uses.
Where is this car wash located?
The property is located at 1603 Dixon Street Fredericksburg, VA.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 3,770 SF freestanding automotive building on 0.82 acres fronting Route 17/Dixon Street in Fredericksburg; Zoned CH (City of Fredericksburg) with variety of uses allowed by right; Significant Route 17 frontage with 22,394 VPD (vehicles per day)
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