Building Details

Year Built 1971

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Listing Agency: Brooks Galloway Real Estate

Listed By: Chris Burton, RANDY CHAPLIN

Source: Spencerchildersgroup

Added: Aug 4 Changed: Aug 29 Last Checked: Aug 25 at 5:30AM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

Built in 1971, this commercial building at 8179 W State Road 56 was used as a car wash during the 1970s and 1980s. The property is positioned along Highway 56 in the West Baden Springs Downtown Business District.

The site is identified as a potential rental location or setting for a personal business, with its prior automotive-service use providing the primary property context.

Key Highlights

• Former car wash use during the 1970s and 1980s
• Built in 1971
• Located on Highway 56

Property Analytics

Property Profile

Current Use

Car washes

Suggested Use

Top Pick Big Box & Wholesale Store Auto Parts Store Auto Repair Shop Garden Center Grocery & Convenience Store HVAC 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

Yes

Highway access

Yes

Paved road access

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

133

Businesses Nearby

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Demographics for 47469, IN

1,782

Population

827

Households

2.2

Avg Household Size

45

Median Age

18%

College-Educated

79%

High-School Grad

62.7 sq mi

ZIP Area

28

Density / Sq Mi

$60,147

Median Household Income

$38,021

Median Earnings

$787

Median Rent

$164,300

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 - Commercial building associated with a former car wash use in the downtown business district.

Where is this car wash located?

The property is located at 8179 W State Road 56 West Baden Springs, IN.

What is the asking price?

The asking price for this property is $110,000.

What are key features of this property?

This property features: Former car wash use during the 1970s and 1980s; Built in 1971; Located on Highway 56