Ben Cogan
Matthews Real Estate Investment Services
License Number: 10401391900
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Contact Broker
575 5Th Avenue, Suite 2810
New York, New York 10017
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Affiliated Broker
Beryl Grant
About the Company
Broker Biography
Introduction
Ben Cogan is a Retail Investment Specialist at Matthews™, where he focuses on advising clients in the acquisition and disposition of owner/user car washes and related retail assets throughout the Northeast. By leveraging his deep knowledge of the real estate market and the unique dynamics of the car wash industry, Ben provides clients with strategic guidance and accurate market insights that maximize value. Over time, he has built strong relationships with many of the most active owners and operators in the space, giving him access to exclusive opportunities and a firsthand pulse on market activity. Known for his commitment to service, Ben takes a relationship-driven approach, fostering trust and long-term partnerships while helping clients achieve both their immediate goals and long-term investment strategies.
Prior to Matthews™, Ben gained valuable experience at Cushman and Wakefield pursuing office leasing.
Services Provided
- Seller Agent
- Buyer Agent
- Net Lease Valuations
Areas Served
Licensed In
- New York — License number 10401391900
Business For Sale Listings
Duncansville, PA
View Details Two-Location Touch-Free Car Wash Portfolio | High-Traffic PA Market |
This offering presents the opportunity to acquire a two-location touch-free automatic car wash portfolio strategically located in Duncansville and Altoona, Pennsylvania. The properties are less than one mile apart, allowing for operational efficiencies and streamlined management. Both sites sit along high-traffic corridors with strong daily vehicle counts, providing consistent visibility and repeat customer demand.Each location is equipped with modern, touch-free automatic wash systems installed in 2017, offering reliable performance, low labor requirements, and broad consumer appeal. The facilities are well-maintained and positioned on dedicated parcels with excellent ingress/egress. Combined historical car counts demonstrate stable demand across both locations, supporting a solid operating foundation.The portfolio offers significant value-add upside. Neither location currently utilizes a membership or subscription program, Less
Wethersfield, CT
View Details BT Car Wash | $1,031,250
This is an opportunity to acquire a well-established, automated car wash operating from a purpose-built facility in a high-traffic retail corridor within the greater Hartford market. The business has been operating for over 20 years and is recognized locally as a consistent, efficient performer despite increased competition in the surrounding market. Its longevity, visibility, and essential-service nature position it as a durable, recession-resilient operation with dependable demand.The facility operates as an in-bay automatic car wash with both touchless and soft-touch wash options, allowing it to serve a broad customer base year-round. The wash system was installed in 2017 and is integrated with a modern POS platform that supports unattended, 24/7 operation. This automated model minimizes labor requirements while maintaining strong throughput and operational efficiency. The site also includes complementary amenities such as Less
Davis Hodge is an Associate at Matthews™, specializing in home service M&A sales throughout the Northeast. He advises lower to mid-market, family-owned businesses and owner-users on optimizing their exit strategies to maximize the value of their businesses. He also assists clients in exploring creative real estate solutions. Davis works closely with private equity firms and small to mid-sized corporations looking to acquire successful home service companies as a strategic partner for their growth.
Ben Cogan is a Retail Investment Specialist at Matthews™, where he focuses on advising clients in the acquisition and disposition of owner/user car washes and related retail assets throughout the Northeast. By leveraging his deep knowledge of the real estate market and the unique dynamics of the car wash industry, Ben provides clients with strategic guidance and accurate market insights that maximize value. Over time, he has built strong relationships with many of the most active owners and operators in the space, giving him access to exclusive opportunities and a firsthand pulse on market activity. Known for his commitment to service, Ben takes a relationship-driven approach, fostering trust and long-term partnerships while helping clients achieve both their immediate goals and long-term investment strategies. Prior to Matthews™, Ben gained valuable experience at Cushman and Wakefield pursuing office leasing.
