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Automotive Car Wash Facility
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501 E Main St, Waukesha, WI 53186

Established car wash property with a lower level for mechanical systems and a large detailing bay.

Property SizeContact for details
Days on Market134

Property Features for 501 E Main St

General Information

Standard status Pending
Property subtype Retail, Special Purpose

Additional Details

Business Included Yes
Heavy Power Yes
Service Bays 1
Listing Agency: City Commercial Real Estate
Listed By: Brian Starr · License #WI 52573
Source: Crexi
Added: Apr 12 Changed: Aug 17 Last Checked: Aug 23 at 10:34AM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This well-established car wash has been under current ownership since 1987. The property is capable of cleaning 50+ cars per hour and includes a large bay for car detailing. A lower level provides space for mechanical equipment, and the building features a rubber and metal roof. Electrical service is listed at 600 amps with 480 volts.

The business is located on E Main St in Waukesha, WI, offering a dedicated automotive car wash configuration suited to high-throughput vehicle cleaning and on-site detailing.

For buyers evaluating an automotive wash operation, the site’s layout includes both mechanical support space and a dedicated detailing bay within the car wash building.

Key Highlights

  • Car wash operating under current ownership since 1987 in Waukesha
  • Capacity to clean 50+ cars per hour
  • Lower level provides space for mechanical systems

Property Analytics

Current Use

Trackside Car Wash Car Wash

Suggested Use

Top Pick Grocery & Convenience Store Carpet & Flooring Store Electrical Service (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Tech Support Center Food Market

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

1
Service bays
Turnkey business
Opportunity
Yes
Heavy power

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

1,294
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 53186, WI

32,332
Population
15,066
Households
2.1
Avg Household Size
38
Median Age
39%
College-Educated
95%
High-School Grad
12.6 sq mi
ZIP Area
2,566
Density / Sq Mi
$74,596
Median Household Income
$42,007
Median Earnings
$1,180
Median Rent
$277,800
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 - Established car wash property with a lower level for mechanical systems and a large detailing bay.
Where is this car wash located?
The property is located at 501 E Main St Waukesha, WI.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Car wash operating under current ownership since 1987 in Waukesha; Capacity to clean 50+ cars per hour; Lower level provides space for mechanical systems
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