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Car Wash with Self-Serve Bays
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$325,000

225 W Houghton Lake Drive, Prudenville, MI 48651

Commercial, Prudenville, MI

Property Size2,880 SF
Lot Size2.00 Acres
Price / SF$112.85
Days on Market9

Property Features for 225 W Houghton Lake Drive

General Information

Property type Commercial Sale
Property subtype Other
Zoning description Commercial
Exterior features Block
Lot features Freestanding
Directions Highway M55 Northeast of Prudenville stop light.
Subdivision Roscommon
Standard status Active
Size 2,880 SF
Lot size 2.00 Acres

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Description See Associated Docs
Legal Description See Associated Docs

Utilities

Water source Private
Water front 1

Amenities

vacuums
vending machine
coin changers

Building Details

Building materials Block
Roof type Asphalt
Listing Agency: COLDWELL BANKER SCHMIDT REALTORS-HL
Listed By: RUTH CLEMENS · License #6506043271
Added: Sep 28 Changed: Oct 1 Last Checked: Oct 6 at 1:06AM
MLS# 1951027

Copyright © 2026 Northern Great Lakes Realtors MLS. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This 2,880-square-foot car wash pairs one touchless automatic wash with four self-serve bays. Six vacuums, a vending machine and coin changers are also on site. The building has block construction, a private water source and an asphalt roof.

The 2-acre property fronts Highway M-55 and Denton Creek, with over 200 feet along each. It sits on the corridor between I-75 and US-127, across from Houghton Lake.

Key Highlights

  • One touchless automatic wash and four self‑serve bays
  • Six vacuums, vending machine and coin changers
  • 2,880‑square‑foot facility on 2 acres

Financial Insights

Estimated NOI and Cap Rate

NOI / Yr
$21,926
Cap Rate
6.75%
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$438,520 $438.5K
Cap Rate 7%
$313,229 $313.2K
Cap Rate 9%
$243,622 $243.6K
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 2,880 SF
Gross rent
$40.4K $14.04/SF
− Vacancy
−$11.2K −$3.89/SF
EGI
$29.2K $10.15/SF
− OpEx
−$7.3K −$2.54/SF
NOI
$21.9K $7.61/SF
Area
Roscommon County, MI
Vacancy
27.70%
Lease Rate
$14.04 /SF/Yr
Expense Ratio
25.00%
Simulate Cap Rate and NOI
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$438,520
Cap Rate 7%
$313,229
Cap Rate 9%
$243,622

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Specialty Retail
$313.2K
$274.1K – $365.4K (±1% cap)
NOI $21,926 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 6.75%
Second Best
Retail
$297.9K
$260.7K – $347.6K (±1% cap)
NOI $20,854 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 6.42%
Theoretical Best
Office A
$474.0K
$414.7K – $553.0K (±1% cap)
NOI $33,178 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 10.21%
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with authorities.

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Current Use

East Bay Car ... Car Wash

Suggested Use

Top Pick Auto Parts Store Storage Facility Big Box & Wholesale Store Law Firm Plumbing Service Furniture & Home Goods

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

134
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 48651, MI

4,396
Population
3,825
Households
1.1
Avg Household Size
56
Median Age
19%
College-Educated
92%
High-School Grad
71.0 sq mi
ZIP Area
62
Density / Sq Mi
$42,938
Median Household Income
$32,917
Median Earnings
$797
Median Rent
$156,000
Median Home Value
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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 - The operating layout combines an automatic wash with multiple self-service options and on-site vacuum stations.
Where is this car wash located?
The property is located at 225 W Houghton Lake Drive Prudenville, MI.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $325,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: One touchless automatic wash and four self‑serve bays; Six vacuums, vending machine and coin changers; 2,880‑square‑foot facility on 2 acres
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