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Self-Service Car Wash with Upgraded Equipment
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1501 5th St, Lynchburg, VA 24501

Operating car wash with automatic and self-service systems along a commuter route in a residential and retail corridor.

Property SizeContact for details
Days on Market61

Property Features for 1501 5th St

General Information

Standard status Active
Property subtype Commercial

Site & Location

Traffic Count 13,331 vehicles/day
Road Access Yes

Additional Details

Business Included Yes

Building Details

Year Built 2003
Listing Agency: Matthews Real Estate Investment Services | Phoenix
Listed By: Cole Solis · License #SA718550000 (AZ)
Source: Matthews
Added: Jul 3 Changed: Aug 30 Last Checked: Aug 31 at 12:44PM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This self-service car wash includes the operating business, building, and underlying real estate. The facility was built in 2003 and has received substantial equipment investment during the past six years, including Autec automatic systems and GinSan self-service equipment.

The property is located at 1501 5th St along VA-163, also known as Fifth Street, with average daily traffic of ±13,331 vehicles. Recent corridor improvements added sidewalks and sewer lines and converted the street to one-way traffic. The surrounding area includes McDonald’s, Burger King, Subway, Dollar General, Dollar Tree, Lynchburg Community Market, the University of Lynchburg, E.C. Glass High School, hotels, and recreational destinations.

Within a ±5-mile radius, the property is surrounded by ±80,180 residents. The business, building, and land are offered together for an owner-user acquisition.

Key Highlights

  • Business, building, and underlying real estate offered together
  • Built in 2003 with equipment investment over the past six years
  • Autec automatic systems and GinSan self‑service equipment

Property Analytics

Current Use

Self service car ...

Suggested Use

Top Pick HVAC Service Storage Facility Kitchen & Bath Showroom Electrical Service (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Home Appliance Store

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

13,331 VPD
Traffic count
Turnkey business
Opportunity
Yes
Paved road access

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

758
Businesses Nearby
2k
Monthly Visits Nearby

Foot Traffic Nearby

Shops & Services 100%
U-Haul Moving & Storage Of Downtown Lynchburg Shops & Services
1,407 visits/mo 0.3 miles
Maaco Shops & Services
453 visits/mo 0.4 miles

Demographics for 24501, VA

27,160
Population
12,157
Households
2.2
Avg Household Size
33
Median Age
25%
College-Educated
87%
High-School Grad
36.3 sq mi
ZIP Area
748
Density / Sq Mi
$45,305
Median Household Income
$28,790
Median Earnings
$936
Median Rent
$155,800
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?
Self service car wash - Operating car wash with automatic and self-service systems along a commuter route in a residential and retail corridor.
Where is this self service car wash located?
The property is located at 1501 5th St Lynchburg, VA.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Business, building, and underlying real estate offered together; Built in 2003 with equipment investment over the past six years; Autec automatic systems and GinSan self‑service equipment
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