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Two-Bay Car Wash Property
For Sale
$279,000

5588 S Highway 71, Cove, AR 71937

Commercial / Industrial, Cove, AR

Property Size7,000 SF
Lot Size0.62 Acres
Price / SF$39.86
Days on Market602

Property Features for 5588 S Highway 71

General Information

Property type Commercial Sale
Property subtype Other
Parking 20
Interior features 220 Volt Power, Public Restrooms, Display Window
Exterior features Storage Building, Roof Sign, Loading Dock, Wheelchair Accessible
Accessibility Accessible Approach with Ramp
Lot features Sloped, Level
Directions Located inside the town of Cove on Hwy 71 15 miles south of Mena. Going South, the Property is on the right.
Subdivision POLK COUNTY
Standard status Active
Size 7,000 SF
Lot size 0.62 Acres

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Description Pt Lot 12 Block 12 Cove Origin
Tax Annual Amount 1546
Legal Description Pt Lot 12 Block 12 Cove Origin

Amenities

storage building
paved loading dock
bay door
automatic sliding doors
metal awning
rooftop signage
natural gas heat pumps
mechanical room

Building Details

Year built 1970
Floors in Building 1
Flooring type Concrete, Vinyl
Roof type Membrane
Additional Structures Storage
Listing Agency: SmallTown Hunting Properties & Real Estate
Listed By: Deedee Alston · License #SA00087611
Added: Feb 11, 2025 Changed: Oct 5 Last Checked: Oct 6 at 12:06PM
MLS# 25005503

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This Cove property pairs a two-bay car wash with a brick commercial building on a 0.62-acre corner lot. The car wash includes a vacuum. Inside, the building has an open layout with block walls and concrete flooring, plus some original vinyl tile. Plumbing is in place for a restroom, and electrical upgrades have been completed. Natural-gas heat pumps serve the building, with mechanical equipment located in a dedicated room. A storage building is also included.

The property fronts US Highway 71 for 220+ ft. Asphalt parking extends along two sides of the building, while an alley or road behind provides access to a paved loading dock and bay door. At the front are double swinging entry doors and automatic sliding doors. A rolled membrane roof was installed in August 2025, and a metal awning extends around the exterior. Rooftop signage can be customized by a new owner.

Key Highlights

  • Two‑bay car wash with vacuum
  • 0.62‑acre corner lot with 220+ ft of US Highway 71 frontage
  • Brick commercial building with open interior and concrete flooring

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Current Use

Retail space

Suggested Use

Top Pick Auto Parts Store Big Box & Wholesale Store Building Supply Auto Repair Shop Hair Salon Nail Salon

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
Yes
Utilities to site

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

3
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 71937, AR

1,895
Population
919
Households
2.1
Avg Household Size
43
Median Age
11%
College-Educated
81%
High-School Grad
81.4 sq mi
ZIP Area
23
Density / Sq Mi
$40,167
Median Household Income
$30,500
Median Earnings
$738
Median Rent
$109,600
Median Home Value
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Market

Vacancy Rate% for Retail in South region

7% 2020
6.2% 2021
5.1% 2022
4.8% 2023
4.9% 2024
5.4% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Car wash - The highway-front site includes open interior space, paved loading access, and a storage building.
Where is this car wash located?
The property is located at 5588 S Highway 71 Cove, AR.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $279,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Two‑bay car wash with vacuum; 0.62‑acre corner lot with 220+ ft of US Highway 71 frontage; Brick commercial building with open interior and concrete flooring
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