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Operating Automatic Car Wash
For Sale
$349,000

2454 Corning Road, Elmira, NY 14903

CommercialSale, Elmira, NY

Property Size2,850 SF
Lot Size0.43 Acres
Price / SF$122.46
Days on Market86

Property Features for 2454 Corning Road

General Information

Property type Commercial Sale
Property subtype Other
Zoning COMM
Zoning description Commercial
Lot features Irregular Lot
Elementary school district Horseheads
Middle school district Horseheads
High school district Horseheads
Directions Corning Rd. (Miracle Mile), just north of Chemung Supply and immediately south of Ferrario Ford. Property on the right.
Subdivision Horseheads-073489
Standard status Active
APN 073489-069-005-0001-006-000-0000
Size 2,850 SF
Lot size 0.43 Acres

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Annual Amount 9417

Utilities

Sewer type Public Sewer
Heating system Hot Water(Heating), Natural Gas, Radiant
Water source Public

Amenities

natural gas radiant heat
220-volt electrical service
public water and sewer
convenient access
established infrastructure

Building Details

Year built 1963
Floors in Building 1
Flooring type Concrete
Building materials Block
Roof type Asphalt
Listing Agency: Howard Hanna Horseheads
Listed By: Arthur D. Ambrose · License #30AM1081022
Added: Jul 13 Changed: Sep 12 Last Checked: Oct 6 at 3:06PM
MLS# R1697840

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This operating automatic car wash includes a 2,850-square-foot block building with concrete flooring, asphalt roofing, natural gas radiant heat, and 220-volt electrical service. Public water and public sewer serve the facility, while the existing improvements support continued car wash operations.

The property is located at 2454 Corning Road in Elmira, NY, with convenient access along a well-traveled commercial corridor. The offering includes an additional parcel, bringing the combined land area to 1.03 acres. The added land may support future expansion or another complementary commercial use, subject to applicable approvals. The primary parcel measures 0.4304 acres, and the building was constructed in 1963.

Key Highlights

  • Operating automatic car wash on 2,850 square feet
  • Combined land area of 1.03 acres with an additional parcel
  • Primary parcel measures 0.4304 acres

Financial Insights

Estimated NOI and Cap Rate

NOI / Yr
$29,426
Cap Rate
8.43%
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$588,520 $588.5K
Cap Rate 7%
$420,371 $420.4K
Cap Rate 9%
$326,956 $327.0K
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 2,850 SF
Gross rent
$41.0K $14.40/SF
− Vacancy
−$1.8K −$0.63/SF
EGI
$39.2K $13.77/SF
− OpEx
−$9.8K −$3.44/SF
NOI
$29.4K $10.32/SF
Area
Chemung County, NY
Vacancy
4.40%
Lease Rate
$14.40 /SF/Yr
Expense Ratio
25.00%
Simulate Cap Rate and NOI
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$588,520
Cap Rate 7%
$420,371
Cap Rate 9%
$326,956

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Specialty Retail
$420.4K
$367.8K – $490.4K (±1% cap)
NOI $29,426 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 8.43%
Second Best
Retail
$314.6K
$275.3K – $367.1K (±1% cap)
NOI $22,025 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 6.31%
Theoretical Best
Multifamily LT 5
$25.94M
$22.70M – $30.27M (±1% cap)
NOI $1,816,057 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 520.36%
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with authorities.

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Current Use

Car washes

Suggested Use

Top Pick Real Estate Agency Dental Office Spa & Massage Center Storage Facility Big Box & Wholesale Store Electrical 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

Turnkey business
Opportunity
Yes
Paved road access
Yes
Utilities to site

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

140
Businesses Nearby
44k
Monthly Visits Nearby

Foot Traffic Nearby

Shops & Services 56% Dining 41% Home Improvements & Furnishings 2%
Byrne Dairy Shops & Services
18,046 visits/mo 0.3 miles
Arby's Dining
10,153 visits/mo 0.1 miles
Dunkin' Donuts Dining
8,202 visits/mo 0.2 miles
U-Haul Moving & Storage Of Elmira Shops & Services
2,238 visits/mo 0.2 miles
Ferrario Ford Shops & Services
2,037 visits/mo 0.1 miles

Demographics for 14903, NY

7,279
Population
3,344
Households
2.2
Avg Household Size
42
Median Age
28%
College-Educated
95%
High-School Grad
21.6 sq mi
ZIP Area
337
Density / Sq Mi
$66,142
Median Household Income
$41,182
Median Earnings
$943
Median Rent
$123,900
Median Home Value
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Market

Vacancy Rate% for Retail in Northeast region

6% 2019
7.1% 2020
6.5% 2021
6% 2022
5.7% 2023
5.6% 2024
6% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Car wash - Established automotive property with radiant heat, 220-volt service, and public utilities.
Where is this car wash located?
The property is located at 2454 Corning Road Elmira, NY.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $349,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Operating automatic car wash on 2,850 square feet; Combined land area of 1.03 acres with an additional parcel; Primary parcel measures 0.4304 acres
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