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Car Wash Property with Adjacent Lot
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605 S James St, Ludington, MI 49431

Downtown Ludington car wash at 605 S James St, with an adjacent 70-by-120 lot also available.

Property SizeContact for details
Days on Market150

Property Features for 605 S James St

General Information

Standard status Pending
Property subtype Retail, Special Purpose, Business for Sale

Additional Details

Business Included Yes
Listing Agency: Five Star Real Estate (Ludington)
Listed By: Pamela Buck · License #MI 6501381409
Source: Crexi
Added: Apr 11 Changed: Sep 2 Last Checked: Sep 7 at 1:53AM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

Chesapeake Bays Car Wash is offered for sale and is located at 605 S James St in downtown Ludington. The property is positioned as a working car wash with a long-time client base, providing an option for an operator looking to take over an established business in town.

The seller also describes redevelopment possibilities, including keeping the car wash in place while expanding with residential components above, or removing the car wash and pursuing new development on the site. In addition, an adjacent 70 x 120 ft lot is also for sale, with the two lots being offered together as an option for a larger project.

The public remarks further note proximity to the marinas and nearby breweries, along with a short bike ride to the beach, helping establish a downtown setting for retail and mixed-use interest.

Key Highlights

  • Car wash located at 605 S. James St. in downtown Ludington
  • Adjacent 70 x 120 ft lot also available for sale
  • Potential to keep the business and build residential/condos or apartments above

Property Analytics

Current Use

Car washes

Suggested Use

Top Pick HVAC Service Auto Repair Shop Grocery & Convenience Store (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Plumbing Service Electrical Service

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

415
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 49431, MI

17,044
Population
9,959
Households
1.7
Avg Household Size
48
Median Age
29%
College-Educated
94%
High-School Grad
96.1 sq mi
ZIP Area
177
Density / Sq Mi
$63,313
Median Household Income
$36,924
Median Earnings
$850
Median Rent
$218,600
Median Home Value

Market

Vacancy Rate% for Retail in Midwest region

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

What type of property is this?
Car wash - Downtown Ludington car wash at 605 S James St, with an adjacent 70-by-120 lot also available.
Where is this car wash located?
The property is located at 605 S James St Ludington, MI.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Car wash located at 605 S. James St. in downtown Ludington; Adjacent 70 x 120 ft lot also available for sale; Potential to keep the business and build residential/condos or apartments above
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