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    501 Main St, Waukesha, WI 53186-5141

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    • Car washes
    • 4,848 SF
    • 0.32 lot acres
    Off-Market
    Property ID
    US92-1007007
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    • Trackside Car Wash / Car Wash

    Property Details for 501 Main St

    Year built
    1951
    Lot size
    0.32 lot acres
    Zone code
    B-3
    Property type
    Car washes
    APN
    WAKC1302051
    APU
    WAKC1302051

    Sales History

    Date Price Buyer Seller Deed Type Mortgage
    Dec 23, 2024 $350,000 Lazarati Holdings LLC James A Lynch Warranty Deed $320k · Velocitysba LLC

    Description

    This profitable, well-established car wash located at 501 East Main Street, Waukesha, Wisconsin, presents a unique investment opportunity. Built in 1960 and extensively renovated in 2006, this tunnel-type car wash boasts a prime location in a high-traffic area, zoned B-3 (General Business). The 0.33-acre lot features a main building with a lower level for mechanicals, a durable rubber and metal roof, and a spacious bay ideal for detailing services. The car wash is equipped with a VFD system, Sonny Log-Chain track, a hydronic system, and a water treatment system, ensuring efficient and effective operation. Six vacuum stations further enhance customer convenience. With a capacity to clean over 50 cars per hour, this business has a proven track record of success. The property includes 600 amps/480 volts of power. The assessed value is $296,600, and 2021 taxes totaled $6,115.38. The property's APN is WAKC1302051. This turnkey operation is offered at $399,000 and represents a compelling investment in a thriving Wisconsin community. The property's strong performance and established clientele make it an attractive prospect for a savvy investor seeking a stable and profitable business venture. The combination of its prime location, modern equipment, and high cleaning capacity positions this car wash for continued success.

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    City
    Waukesha
    County
    Waukesha
    State
    Wisconsin
    Longitude
    -88.2222
    Latitude
    43.0142
    CBSA code
    33340
    CBSA name
    MILWAUKEE-WAUKESHA-WEST ALLIS, WI METROPOLITAN STATISTICAL AREA

    Property Tax & Assessments

    Tax date
    Tax Amount
    Assessed Land Value
    Assessed Improvement Value
    Total Assessed Value
    Applied Tax Rate
    Land Market Value
    Improvement Market Value
    Total Market Value
    2023
    $6,016
    $94,500
    $303,600
    $398,100
    -
    $0.00
    $0.00
    $412,154

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    How We Calculate Cap Rate

    Cap Rate Formula:
    Cap Rate (%) = (Net Operating Income / Property Value) × 100

    Net Operating Income (NOI) Formula:
    NOI = Area × Lease Rate × (1 - Vacancy Rate) × (1 - Operating Expense Ratio)

    Components

    Net Operating Income (NOI) represents the annual income a property generates after operating expenses:

    • Area: Building square footage from property records
    • Lease Rate: Annual $/sqft based on market data for the property type and geographic location
    • Vacancy Rate: Percentage of unoccupied space based on market data for the property type and location
    • Operating Expense Ratio: Operating costs as a percentage of income, varies by property type

    Property Value is derived from:

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    Example Calculation

    For a 100,000 sqft Office Building:

    • Lease Rate: $25.00/sqft/year (market data for Office in this area)
    • Vacancy Rate: 8% (market data for Office in this area)
    • Operating Expense Ratio: 35% (typical for Office properties)
    • Property Value: $15,000,000

    Step 1: Calculate NOI

    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × (1 - 0.08) × (1 - 0.35)
    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × 0.92 × 0.65
    NOI = $1,495,000/year

    Step 2: Calculate Cap Rate

    Cap Rate = ($1,495,000 / $15,000,000) × 100
    Cap Rate = 9.97%

    Property Type Considerations

    Net Operating Income calculations vary by property type due to different operating expense ratios:

    • Office: Higher expenses (30-40%) for HVAC, utilities, maintenance
    • Retail: Moderate expenses (25-35%) for common area maintenance
    • Industrial/Warehouse: Lower expenses (15-25%) for minimal tenant services
    • Multifamily: Moderate expenses (35-45%) including property management
    • Self-Storage: Lower expenses (25-35%) due to minimal maintenance

    Market lease rates and vacancy rates are specific to each property type and geographic location, reflecting local market conditions.

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    These calculations are estimates for informational purposes only and should not be used as a substitute for professional financial analysis or appraisal.

    • Cap Rate calculations depend on market data that may change over time
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    • Range-from: 75% of all similar sales ($/sqft) are above this value
    • Range-to: 75% of all similar sales ($/sqft) are below this value
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    • Range-from: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are above this value
    • Range-to: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are below this value
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