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Refurbished Car Wash on Western
For Sale
$859,000

1603 Western Avenue, Chicago Heights, IL 60411

Turn-key car wash with recent remodeling and equipment upgrades.

Property SizeContact for details
Days on Market219

Property Features for 1603 Western Avenue

General Information

Standard status Active
Property subtype Commercial

Taxes and HOA fees

Annual Taxes $27,683

Amenities

Central air
Central Air Cooling
Listing Agency: REALTY MARKETS LTD
Listed By: AZHAR SATTI · License #471003464
Source: Corcoran
Added: Jan 14 Changed: Aug 21 Last Checked: Aug 21 at 8:33AM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This is a turn-key car wash operation suitable for an investor or owner-operator. Located on Western Avenue in Chicago Heights, the property benefits from a traffic count of 15,900 vehicles per day. The car wash has been newly refurbished, including complete tunnel remodeling and equipment upgrades such as brushes, curtains, arches, and sprays. Overhaul work includes electrical, HVAC, hydraulic lines and racks, Belanger top brush, Quad Wave Mitter Curtain and Sonney's Dryer system. Additional improvements include a new weather door and a 75-foot HE Radiant tube heating system. A full list of improvements is available. The car wash has a track record of serving over 200 cars per day in the past. It was closed for a year for upgrade and remodeling.

Key Highlights

  • Completely remodeled car wash tunnel with upgraded equipment like brushes, curtains, arches, and sprays.
  • High traffic location on Western Ave, Chicago Heights (15,900 vehicles/day).
  • Substantial overhaul including electrical, HVAC, hydraulic lines and racks.

Property Analytics

Current Use

Car washes

Suggested Use

Top Pick Real Estate Agency Law Firm Building Supply Spa & Massage Center Kitchen & Bath Showroom Gym & Fitness Center

Score = modeled unmet demand for each use within ~1 mi (higher = bigger opportunity). Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

623
Businesses Nearby
297k
Monthly Visits Nearby

Foot Traffic Nearby

Superstores 36% Dining 29% Shops & Services 20% Groceries 11%
Walmart Superstores
105,359 visits/mo 0.4 miles
Food 4 Less Groceries
33,790 visits/mo 0.4 miles
McDonald's Dining
30,789 visits/mo 0.2 miles
White Castle Dining
19,322 visits/mo 0.3 miles
Wendy's Dining
16,926 visits/mo 0.3 miles

Demographics for 60411, IL

53,515
Population
21,382
Households
2.5
Avg Household Size
36
Median Age
22%
College-Educated
87%
High-School Grad
30.7 sq mi
ZIP Area
1,743
Density / Sq Mi
$56,627
Median Household Income
$35,995
Median Earnings
$1,156
Median Rent
$148,200
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 - Turn-key car wash with recent remodeling and equipment upgrades.
Where is this car wash located?
The property is located at 1603 Western Avenue Chicago Heights, IL.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $859,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Completely remodeled car wash tunnel with upgraded equipment like brushes, curtains, arches, and sprays.; High traffic location on Western Ave, Chicago Heights (15,900 vehicles/day).; Substantial overhaul including electrical, HVAC, hydraulic lines and racks.
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