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166 Niagara St, East Alton, IL 62024

BD
Crexi Contact
Commercial Real Estate Exchange Inc
AS
AZ SA 695342000
Matthews
RA
CA 01738687
Matthews
Listed by Commercial Real Estate Exchange Inc, Matthews
Starting bid: $50,000
Bidding Starts:
July 13th, 2026 4:00 pm

Owner/User Express Car Wash - St. Louis MSA

Details
APN 19-2-08-17-19-401-029
Property Type Special Purpose
Sub Type Car Wash
Square Footage 3,272
Tenancy Single
Year Built 2005
Acreage 0.530
Investment Type Owner/User

± 120ft Tunnel | 5 Free Vacs | Washify License Plate Recognition

Marketing description

For registration requirements and regulations, please review here or contact Bianca Diorio | 954-302-3810 | [email protected].

166 Niagara St, East Alton, IL presents an opportunity to acquire a turnkey express tunnel car wash with significant recent capital improvements. Situated on approximately 0.53 acres, the property features a ±120-foot tunnel equipped with updated PECO equipment, Washify POS software with license plate recognition & monthly membership capabilities, updated free vacuum stalls, and numerous improvements. Originally built in 2004 with a major refresh in 2025, the property offers an owner/user the ability to acquire the land, building, and equipment, ensuring a smooth transition to begin operating a turnkey location. The site is located near national recognized retailers which includes a McDonald's, Sonic, Taco Bell, Dollar Tree, Circle K, Aaron's, and benefiting from the Eastgate Plaza Shopping Center. Positioned just 21 miles from St. Louis, this offering provides a rare opportunity to acquire a modernized express car wash in the greater St. Louis market with minimal near-term capital expenditure requirements. Whether you are looking to reposition the site, continue its existing use, or add it to a growing portfolio of specialty automotive properties, this offering delivers flexibility and upside.

  • Non-Contingent
  • Earnest Money Deposit is Greater of $20,000 or 10% of the Purchase Price
  • Marketing Fee: 5% of the Winning Bid Amount, $20,000 minimum
  • $10,000 Participation Deposit

166 Niagara St, East Alton, IL 62024

Investment highlights

  • Owner/User Opportunity - The property presents an ideal opportunity for owner/users to acquire both the building, land, and equipment to seamlessly begin operating the car wash with an existing membership platform.

  • Turnkey Condition - Significant improvements were recently completed, which includes updated PECO tunnel equipment with Sonny’s tire shine functionality, Washify software with license plate recognition, Vacutech free vacs, security/camera systems, water softeners, and exterior improvements, minimizing near-term repair costs.

  • Surrounding Retailers – Property is in close proximity of a McDonald’s, Sonic, Taco Bell, Dollar Tree, Circle K, Aaron’s, and the Eastgate Plaza Shopping Center

  • St. Louis MSA - The property is located 21 miles from St. Louis, offering access to a larger metropolitan market and its economic opportunities.

  • Tax Benefits – Car washes qualify for bonus depreciation which can create higher returns on investments. *Please consult with CPA for details*

Contacts

BD
Crexi Contact
Commercial Real Estate Exchange Inc
AS
AZ SA 695342000
Matthews
RA
CA 01738687
Matthews
Listed by Commercial Real Estate Exchange Inc, Matthews

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Additional Information

Name
Matthew M Fitzgerald
License
IL 471021676
Title
Broker of Record
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