Building Details

Year built 1971

Flooring type Concrete

Roof type Asphalt

Listing Agency: Brooks Galloway Real Estate Show Phone

Listed By: Chris Burton · License #SP30001388 Show Phone

Added: Mar 13, 2017 Changed: Aug 5 Last Checked: Aug 24 at 5:06PM

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MLS# 201710238

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This commercial building at 8179 W State Road 56 was formerly used as a car wash during the 1970s and 1980s. The property is offered for sale as a flexible site that may work as a rental space or for personal business use, depending on an operator’s plans and improvements.

The property is located on Highway 56 within the West Baden Springs Downtown Business District, providing straightforward access from the main road. The listing also places the site in a commercial downtown setting, which can be relevant for businesses that want convenient drive-up visibility.

For tenants, buyers, and owner-operators, the asset’s prior car wash use may help guide redevelopment decisions, especially for automotive-related concepts or other commercial uses that can benefit from an existing commercial building configuration. If you’re evaluating a small-scale commercial purchase for a controlled, local operation or for leasing to a compatible user, this property offers an established building on a primary highway corridor.

Key Highlights

• Commercial building on Highway 56 in West Baden Springs Downtown Business District
• Formerly used as a car wash (1970s–1980s)
• Year built: 1971

Property Analytics

Property Profile

Current Use

Car washes

Suggested Use

Top Pick Big Box & Wholesale Store Auto Parts Store Auto Repair Shop Garden Center Grocery & Convenience Store HVAC Service

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

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

133

Businesses Nearby

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Demographics for 47469, IN

1,782

Population

827

Households

2.2

Avg Household Size

45

Median Age

18%

College-Educated

79%

High-School Grad

62.7 sq mi

ZIP Area

28

Density / Sq Mi

$60,147

Median Household Income

$38,021

Median Earnings

$787

Median Rent

$164,300

Median Home Value

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?

Car wash - Former car wash building on Highway 56, suited for a rental or personal business use.

Where is this car wash located?

The property is located at 8179 W State Road 56 West Baden Springs, IN.

What is the asking price?

The asking price for this property is $110,000.

What are key features of this property?

This property features: Commercial building on Highway 56 in West Baden Springs Downtown Business District; Formerly used as a car wash (1970s–1980s); Year built: 1971