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Self-Serve Auto Wash in Chicago NW Suburb With Real Estate Included
HS Listing ID-71119
Renovated 8-Bay Self-Service Car Wash with Real Estate Included | Strong Upside Opportunity
Rare opportunity to acquire a renovated self-service car wash with real estate included in one of the affluent northwest suburbs of Chicago. This semi-absentee operated business sits on a 0.55-acre commercial parcel and features 7 self-service bays, 1 automatic wash bay, and 7 vacuum stations with vending.
The property has undergone major renovations between 2023–2024, including a new roof, masonry repairs, upgraded Extru-Tech wall systems, exterior repainting, and replacement of most operating equipment. The business operates 24/7 with minimal owner involvement and currently utilizes an independent maintenance contractor for day-to-day operations.
One of the biggest value-add opportunities is the dormant automatic wash bay, which has been offline since late 2024. Current revenue and cash flow are being generated entirely from the self-service bays and vacuum stations, creating immediate upside potential for a buyer who reactivates the automatic system. Repair quotes are available, and the infrastructure is already in place.
Additional growth opportunities include implementing membership programs, adding premium wash services, improving digital marketing and local SEO, expanding vending offerings, and increasing profitability through owner-operator involvement.
Business Highlights
Asking Price: $750,000 (Real Estate Included)
Gross Revenue (2025): $166,000
Cash Flow / SDE: $45,000
Established: 1986
Recently Renovated: 2023–2024
Semi-Absentee Operation
4,032 SF Building on 0.55 Acres
B-4 Commercial Zoning
Limited Local Competition
Strong Demographics & Vehicle Density
SBA & Conventional Financing Possible
The Chicago-area location benefits from year-round demand driven by weather conditions and limited self-service competition in the market. This is an ideal opportunity for an owner-operator, semi-passive investor, or strategic multi-site operator looking for a turnkey asset with built-in real estate and immediate operational upside.
Listed By SFR Realty Jason Green Illinois License #471.021477
A SIGNED CONFIDENTIALITY AGREEMENT IS REQUIRED FOR THE EXACT LOCATION
Renovated 8-Bay Self-Service Car Wash with Real Estate Included | Strong Upside Opportunity
Rare opportunity to acquire a renovated self-service car wash with real estate included in one of the affluent northwest suburbs of Chicago. This semi-absentee operated business sits on a 0.55-acre commercial parcel and features 7 self-service bays, 1 automatic wash bay, and 7 vacuum stations with vending.
The property has undergone major renovations between 2023–2024, including a new roof, masonry repairs, upgraded Extru-Tech wall systems, exterior repainting, and replacement of most operating equipment. The business operates 24/7 with minimal owner involvement and currently utilizes an independent maintenance contractor for day-to-day operations.
One of the biggest value-add opportunities is the dormant automatic wash bay, which has been offline since late 2024. Current revenue and cash flow are being generated entirely from the self-service bays and vacuum stations, creating immediate upside potential for a buyer who reactivates the automatic system. Repair quotes are available, and the infrastructure is already in place.
Additional growth opportunities include implementing membership programs, adding premium wash services, improving digital marketing and local SEO, expanding vending offerings, and increasing profitability through owner-operator involvement.
Business Highlights
Asking Price: $750,000 (Real Estate Included)
Gross Revenue (2025): $166,000
Cash Flow / SDE: $45,000
Established: 1986
Recently Renovated: 2023–2024
Semi-Absentee Operation
4,032 SF Building on 0.55 Acres
B-4 Commercial Zoning
Limited Local Competition
Strong Demographics & Vehicle Density
SBA & Conventional Financing Possible
The Chicago-area location benefits from year-round demand driven by weather conditions and limited self-service competition in the market. This is an ideal opportunity for an owner-operator, semi-passive investor, or strategic multi-site operator looking for a turnkey asset with built-in real estate and immediate operational upside.
Listed By SFR Realty Jason Green Illinois License #471.021477
A SIGNED CONFIDENTIALITY AGREEMENT IS REQUIRED FOR THE EXACT LOCATION
About the Business
Real Estate
- Owned or Leased
- Owned
- Included in asking price
About the Sale
- Seller Motivation
- Other business interests.
- Transition Support
- Yes.
Listing Info
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- 2505368
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