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Four-Bay Self-Service Car Wash
For Sale
$249,900

636 Southfield Rd, Lincoln Park, MI 48146

Sale includes the operating business, real estate, and equipment supporting an established automotive use.

Property Size984 SF
Price / SF$253.96
Days on Market85

Property Features for 636 Southfield Rd

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 984 SF

Taxes and HOA fees

Annual Taxes $2,939
Listing Agency: EXP Realty Main
Listed By: Fadi Dabaja · License #6506045188
Source: Exprealty
Added: Jul 22 Changed: Oct 8 Last Checked: Oct 12 at 8:27PM

Displayed information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified. All listing content including descriptions, pricing, images are the copyrighted material of EXP Realty Main

Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This self-service car wash includes the operating business, real estate, and wash equipment. The approximately 984-square-foot block-and-brick building contains four self-service bays and a mechanical room with high-pressure pumps, chemical dispensing systems, commercial water-heating components, boiler equipment, circulation equipment, and related controls. Equipment age, condition, and remaining service life should be independently verified.

The property is located at 636 Southfield Rd near Fort Street in Lincoln Park, with approximately 55 feet of frontage along a commercial corridor. Paved access, on-site parking, alley access, exterior lighting, and security cameras support the site’s daily operation. Public water and sewer serve the property. The established automotive use and included operating systems provide a complete physical and business platform for continued self-service car wash operations.

Key Highlights

  • Four self‑service wash bays in an approximately 984‑square‑foot block‑and‑brick building
  • Approximately 55 feet of frontage on Southfield Rd near Fort Street
  • Business, real estate, and operating equipment included

Financial Insights

Estimated NOI and Cap Rate

NOI / Yr
$12,753
Cap Rate
5.10%
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$255,060 $255.1K
Cap Rate 7%
$182,186 $182.2K
Cap Rate 9%
$141,700 $141.7K
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 984 SF
Gross rent
$17.7K $18.00/SF
− Vacancy
−$708 −$0.72/SF
EGI
$17.0K $17.28/SF
− OpEx
−$4.3K −$4.32/SF
NOI
$12.8K $12.96/SF
Area
Wayne County, MI
Vacancy
4.00%
Lease Rate
$18.00 /SF/Yr
Expense Ratio
25.00%
Simulate Cap Rate and NOI
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$255,060
Cap Rate 7%
$182,186
Cap Rate 9%
$141,700

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Specialty Retail
$182.2K
$159.4K – $212.6K (±1% cap)
NOI $12,753 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 5.10%
Second Best
Retail
$133.2K
$116.6K – $155.4K (±1% cap)
NOI $9,324 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 3.73%
Theoretical Best
—
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same as Best Use
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with authorities. How Realmo checks its estimates

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Current Use

Self service car ...

Suggested Use

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Score = modeled unmet demand for each use within ~1 mi (higher = bigger opportunity). Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

382
Businesses Nearby
37k
Monthly Visits Nearby

Foot Traffic Nearby

Shops & Services 56% Dining 43% Electronics 2%
7-Eleven Shops & Services
14,331 visits/mo 0.4 miles
Little Caesars Pizza Dining
11,489 visits/mo 0.3 miles
BP Shops & Services
6,391 visits/mo 0.0 miles
KFC Dining
4,445 visits/mo 0.2 miles
Metro by T-Mobile Electronics
666 visits/mo 0.1 miles

Demographics for 48146, MI

40,245
Population
15,874
Households
2.5
Avg Household Size
37
Median Age
11%
College-Educated
81%
High-School Grad
5.8 sq mi
ZIP Area
6,939
Density / Sq Mi
$57,183
Median Household Income
$36,886
Median Earnings
$972
Median Rent
$117,400
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?
Self service car wash - Sale includes the operating business, real estate, and equipment supporting an established automotive use.
Where is this self service car wash located?
The property is located at 636 Southfield Rd Lincoln Park, MI.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $249,900.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Four self‑service wash bays in an approximately 984‑square‑foot block‑and‑brick building; Approximately 55 feet of frontage on Southfield Rd near Fort Street; Business, real estate, and operating equipment included
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