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Self-Serve Car Wash with Drive-Through
For Sale
$320,000

405 E Main Street, Cortez, CO 81321

COMMERCIAL, Cortez, CO

Property Size3,762 SF
Lot Size0.31 Acres
Price / SF$85.06
Days on Market35

Property Features for 405 E Main Street

General Information

Property type Commercial Sale
Property subtype Other
Directions E. MAIN STREET CORTEZ TO PROPERTY ON SOUTH SIDE OF MAIN STREET
Standard status Active
Size 3,762 SF
Lot size 0.31 Acres

Building Details

Year built 1997
Listing Agency: RE/MAX Mesa Verde Realty · RE/MAX International
Listed By: Terry McCabe · License #FA.040000609
Added: Jul 19 Changed: Aug 19 Last Checked: Aug 22 at 11:06AM
MLS# 831141

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

For sale: a self-serve car wash property in operation for several years, offered with fixtures and equipment included. The setup includes a drive-through option, along with self-serve functionality, and the listing notes that the business includes the equipment needed to operate, including vending machines and vacuums.

The property is located at 405 E Main Street in Cortez, Colorado, in Montezuma County.

This offering is presented as a ready-to-run car wash setup, with the included equipment intended to support operation with minimal additional investment of time.

Key Highlights

  • Car wash business operating for several years in downtown Cortez, Colorado
  • Self‑service car wash setup with drive‑through option and customer ability to go through drive‑through
  • Drive‑through includes an option for employee vehicle prep prior to the drive‑through lane (as operated in the past)

Property Analytics

Current Use

Aqua Carwash Car Wash

Suggested Use

Top Pick Parking Lot & Garage Grocery & Convenience Store (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Storage Facility Pet Grooming Service Bakery

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

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

914
Businesses Nearby
54k
Monthly Visits Nearby

Foot Traffic Nearby

Groceries 53% Dining 28% Shops & Services 13% Hotels & Casinos 6%
City Market Groceries
28,732 visits/mo 0.2 miles
Wendy's Dining
11,075 visits/mo 0.1 miles
Speedway Shops & Services
7,056 visits/mo 0.4 miles
Pizza Hut Dining
4,361 visits/mo 0.5 miles
Best Western Turquoise Inn & Suites Hotels & Casinos
2,510 visits/mo 0.1 miles

Demographics for 81321, CO

14,402
Population
6,332
Households
2.3
Avg Household Size
43
Median Age
28%
College-Educated
90%
High-School Grad
419.6 sq mi
ZIP Area
34
Density / Sq Mi
$59,737
Median Household Income
$35,274
Median Earnings
$1,010
Median Rent
$259,500
Median Home Value

Market

Vacancy Rate% for Retail in West region

7% 2020
6.3% 2021
5.5% 2022
5.3% 2023
5.5% 2024
5.8% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Self service car wash - Self-serve car wash for sale on E Main Street, including fixtures and equipment.
Where is this self service car wash located?
The property is located at 405 E Main Street Cortez, CO.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $320,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Car wash business operating for several years in downtown Cortez, Colorado; Self‑service car wash setup with drive‑through option and customer ability to go through drive‑through; Drive‑through includes an option for employee vehicle prep prior to the drive‑through lane (as operated in the past)
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