Owner-User Car Wash with
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1437 E MAIN ST, El Cajon, CA 92021
Operational car wash offering an automatic tunnel wash and multiple self-serve bays with strong main street exposure.
Property Size4,560 SF
Price / SF$646.93
Days on Market98
Property Features for 1437 E MAIN ST
General Information
Standard status
Active
Size
4,560 SF
Property subtype
Special Purpose
Zoning
Commercial
Investment Type
Owner/User
Site & Location
Highway Access
Yes
Road Access
Yes
Additional Details
Business Included
Yes
Service Bays
7
Building Details
Year Built
1996
Year Renovated
2016
Buildings
1
Units
1
Tenancy
Single
Listing Agency:
The Gas BrokerTM
Listed By:
Chandler J. Kelley · License #CA 01963781
Source:
Crexi
Added: Jun 2
Changed: Aug 26
Last Checked: Sep 3 at 10:57AM
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Investment Insights
Based on property information with market context.
This operational owner-user car wash includes an approximately 80-foot automatic tunnel wash, seven self-serve bays, and multiple vacuum stations. The property also features monument signage and strong street frontage along E. Main Street.
Located in El Cajon, CA with immediate access to Interstate 8, the site benefits from visibility within a densely populated trade area. Access for customers is positioned directly from the main retail corridor, supporting consistent on-site activity for both tunnel and self-serve users.
The mix of automatic and self-serve service points can fit an operator seeking an essential-service business that serves different customer preferences in one location. The offering is presented as a value-add opportunity for an owner-operator, with the ability to modernize equipment and implement branding updates and membership/subscription programs to encourage repeat visits. Buyers should also consult a tax professional regarding potential depreciation benefits for eligible equipment and improvements.
Located in El Cajon, CA with immediate access to Interstate 8, the site benefits from visibility within a densely populated trade area. Access for customers is positioned directly from the main retail corridor, supporting consistent on-site activity for both tunnel and self-serve users.
The mix of automatic and self-serve service points can fit an operator seeking an essential-service business that serves different customer preferences in one location. The offering is presented as a value-add opportunity for an owner-operator, with the ability to modernize equipment and implement branding updates and membership/subscription programs to encourage repeat visits. Buyers should also consult a tax professional regarding potential depreciation benefits for eligible equipment and improvements.
Key Highlights
- Operational car wash built in 1996 with an approximately 80‑foot automatic tunnel wash
- Includes 7 self‑serve bays and multiple vacuum stations for full‑service car washing options
- Strategically located along E. Main Street in El Cajon with immediate access to Interstate 8
Property Analytics
Property Profile
Current Use
Lease Details
7
Service bays
Single-tenant
Tenancy
Turnkey business
Opportunity
Yes
Highway access
Yes
Paved road access
Location Intelligence
Trade Area within ½ mile
1,252
Businesses Nearby
202k
Monthly Visits Nearby
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Business Placement
Foot Traffic Nearby
Shops & Services 65%
Dining 35%
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Bank of America
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15,232 visits/mo
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Taco Bell
Dining
14,450 visits/mo
0.5 miles
Demographics for 92021, CA
70,584
Population
23,360
Households
3
Avg Household Size
37
Median Age
22%
College-Educated
86%
High-School Grad
28.0 sq mi
ZIP Area
2,521
Density / Sq Mi
$69,979
Median Household Income
$37,739
Median Earnings
$1,818
Median Rent
$572,000
Median Home Value
Market
Vacancy Rate% for Retail in West region
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Frequently Asked Questions
What type of property is this?
Car wash - Operational car wash offering an automatic tunnel wash and multiple self-serve bays with strong main street exposure.
Where is this car wash located?
The property is located at 1437 E MAIN ST El Cajon, CA.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $2,950,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Operational car wash built in 1996 with an approximately 80‑foot automatic tunnel wash; Includes 7 self‑serve bays and multiple vacuum stations for full‑service car washing options; Strategically located along E. Main Street in El Cajon with immediate access to Interstate 8
