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6951 E Southern Ave, Mesa, AZ 85209

Drive-thru tunnel car wash with equipment still needed, supported by a long-term Marathon contract.

Property Size7,410 SF
Price / SF$391.36
Days on Market120

Property Features for 6951 E Southern Ave

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 7,410 SF
Property subtype RETAIL

Additional Details

Highway Access Yes

Building Details

Year Renovated 2025
Listing Agency: LevRose Commercial Real Estate
Listed By: Matt Leonard · License #BR544219000
Source: Moodyscre
Added: Jul 1 Changed: Oct 25 Last Checked: Oct 28 at 11:38AM

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Investment Insights

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This property is a drive-thru car wash tunnel in place, with car wash equipment still needing to be added to complete the system. The property is supported by an approximately 10-year contract with Marathon in place. Many portions of the property were renovated and upgraded in 2025.

Located in Superstition Springs in East Mesa, the site is east of the southeast corner of Southern Ave and Power Rd. Easy access to US-60 and Loop 202 provides convenient regional connectivity.

Offered for sale, the combination of an installed tunnel layout, recently completed upgrades, and an existing long-term contract with Marathon may be attractive to buyers looking for an operationally focused car wash asset with an immediate path to completion once equipment is installed.

Key Highlights

  • Drive‑thru car wash tunnel in place at a high‑traffic retail location in Superstition Springs
  • Car wash equipment still needs to be added
  • 10‑year contract with Marathon is in place

Financial Insights

Estimated NOI and Cap Rate

NOI / Yr
$87,017
Cap Rate
3.00%
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$1,740,340 $1.7M
Cap Rate 7%
$1,243,100 $1.2M
Cap Rate 9%
$966,856 $966.9K
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 7,410 SF
Gross rent
$124.5K $16.80/SF
− Vacancy
−$8.5K −$1.14/SF
EGI
$116.0K $15.66/SF
− OpEx
−$29.0K −$3.91/SF
NOI
$87.0K $11.74/SF
Area
ZIP 85209
Vacancy
6.80%
Lease Rate
$16.80 /SF/Yr
Expense Ratio
25.00%
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Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$1,740,340
Cap Rate 7%
$1,243,100
Cap Rate 9%
$966,856

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Specialty Retail
$1.24M
$1.09M – $1.45M (±1% cap)
NOI $87,017 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 3.00%
Second Best
Retail
$1.11M
$974.7K – $1.30M (±1% cap)
NOI $77,979 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 2.69%
Theoretical Best
Office A
$2.46M
$2.15M – $2.87M (±1% cap)
NOI $172,229 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 5.94%
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Current Use

Lube Auto Repair Shop

Suggested Use

Top Pick Law Firm Electrical Service Parking Lot & Garage Garden Center Big Box & Wholesale Store Daycare Center

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

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

1,091
Businesses Nearby
202k
Monthly Visits Nearby

Foot Traffic Nearby

Shops & Services 39% Groceries 33% Home Improvements & Furnishings 16% Dining 11%
WinCo Foods Groceries
66,478 visits/mo 0.2 miles
Circle K Shops & Services
29,421 visits/mo 0.2 miles
Dollar Tree Shops & Services
19,824 visits/mo 0.3 miles
Harbor Freight Tools Home Improvements & Furnishings
19,122 visits/mo 0.2 miles
PetSmart Shops & Services
14,582 visits/mo 0.1 miles

Demographics for 85209, AZ

44,192
Population
21,921
Households
2
Avg Household Size
44
Median Age
33%
College-Educated
93%
High-School Grad
11.8 sq mi
ZIP Area
3,745
Density / Sq Mi
$80,498
Median Household Income
$46,682
Median Earnings
$1,798
Median Rent
$363,800
Median Home Value
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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

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Car wash - Drive-thru tunnel car wash with equipment still needed, supported by a long-term Marathon contract.
Where is this car wash located?
The property is located at 6951 E Southern Ave Mesa, AZ.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $2,900,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Drive‑thru car wash tunnel in place at a high‑traffic retail location in Superstition Springs; Car wash equipment still needs to be added; 10‑year contract with Marathon is in place
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