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    3550 South Lafountain Street, Kokomo, IN 46902

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    $550,000

    Single-story car wash with detailing addition and advertising income.

    Type:Retail
    Property size:
    4,095 SF
    Lot size:
    0.59 Acres
    Price / SF:
    $134/SF
    Added:
    Mar 25, 2026
    Days on Market:
    66
    Last Refresh:
    Mar 18 at 8:14 am

    Property Features for 3550 South Lafountain Street

    General Information

    Standard status
    Active
    Size
    4,095 SF
    Lot size
    0.59 Acres
    Property subtype
    Retail

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    Listing Contact
    Jeff Merritt
    Jeff Merritt

    Listing agent Jeff Merritt License #RB14033827

    Listing office CBRE | Indianapolis

    Listing date Mar 25, 2026

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    HighLights

    • Advertising billboard on site provides income
    • 4,095 SF Building offers ample space
    • Zoning: C‑2 Medium to Large Scale Commercial
    • Two access points from Lafountain St
    • ±0.59 AC
    • 200amp & 400amp with 3‑phase power available

    Overview

    The property features a single-story tunnel-type car wash, originally constructed in 1971 with an addition in 1985 used for interior detailing. The building spans 4,095 square feet and is situated on approximately 0.59 acres. The structure is built with wood frame and concrete block construction, complemented by metal and wood siding, and a metal roof. The original north section houses the tunnel-style car wash, a point-of-sale and tunnel control area, an employee lounge, an office with a restroom, an employee restroom, and an equipment and utility room. The 1985 south addition includes two drive-thru bays, a customer lounge, and a customer restroom. The property includes an advertising sign billboard at the west (front) elevation, generating income. It has two access points from Lafountain Street. The property is zoned C-2 Medium to Large Scale Commercial in Howard County. Electrical service is provided by 200 amp and 400 amp with 3-phase power. The parcel number is 34-10-18-101-037.000-002. A Vac trailer is included.
    Property Profile Location Intelligence

    Current Use by Public Records

    Marie's Car Wash ... Car Wash

    Suggested Use

    Restaurant Real Estate Agency Law Firm Building Supply Spa & Massage Center Dental Office Big Box & Wholesale Store Auto Repair Shop Hair Salon Nail Salon

    Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

    Location Insight

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    City
    Kokomo
    County
    Howard
    State
    Indiana
    Longitude
    -86.127021
    Latitude
    40.446037

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Car wash - Single-story car wash with detailing addition and advertising income.
    Where is this car wash located?
    The property is located at 3550 South Lafountain Street Kokomo, IN.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $550,000.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: Advertising billboard on site provides income; 4,095 SF Building offers ample space; Zoning: C‑2 Medium to Large Scale Commercial
    (317) 269-1040
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    Jeff Merritt
    Jeff Merritt
    Real Estate License ID: RB14033827
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    • Vacancy Rate: 8% (market data for Office in this area)
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