Self-Service Car Wash with Real Estate Garland, TX
Business Description
This established self-service car wash has operated continuously under single ownership since 2001, generating consistent revenue with minimal overhead and zero labor costs. The real estate is owned and included in the asking price, eliminating lease risk and providing long-term asset appreciation alongside operating income.
The facility sits on 0.634 acres along a major commercial corridor in Garland, TX, with over 26,000 vehicles passing daily. The building is a durable 2,212 square foot split-face block structure with a metal roof and reinforced concrete slab at bay locations. Equipment was upgraded in 2021 with new pumps, a reverse osmosis water filtration system, and a new spray pump. The property features multiple self-service wash bays, six vacuum stations with scent machines and shampoo cleaners, a car care vending center, and a nine-camera security monitoring system. All bays accept credit card, cash, and coin payments.
The business operates on a true owner-operator model there are no employees and no payroll. Ongoing expenses are limited to supplies, utilities, property taxes, and insurance. The seller has maintained the property and equipment in working condition throughout the 24-year ownership period.
The surrounding area is experiencing significant residential growth, with 14 existing apartment complexes nearby, approximately 600 new apartment units nearing completion, and a 200-home single-family development underway within a quarter mile of the property. This growth trajectory supports increasing customer demand and long-term real estate value appreciation.
The business has no website, social media presence, or active marketing program, representing a clear opportunity for a new owner to drive additional traffic through digital channels, membership programs, and brand building. The self-service format requires minimal day-to-day involvement primary tasks include equipment maintenance, payment system servicing, and cash collection.
The asking price of $999,000 includes the land, building, all equipment, and the operating business. The seller will provide training and a transition period, and a non-compete agreement is included. Contact us today to learn more about this opportunity and request additional information.
The facility sits on 0.634 acres along a major commercial corridor in Garland, TX, with over 26,000 vehicles passing daily. The building is a durable 2,212 square foot split-face block structure with a metal roof and reinforced concrete slab at bay locations. Equipment was upgraded in 2021 with new pumps, a reverse osmosis water filtration system, and a new spray pump. The property features multiple self-service wash bays, six vacuum stations with scent machines and shampoo cleaners, a car care vending center, and a nine-camera security monitoring system. All bays accept credit card, cash, and coin payments.
The business operates on a true owner-operator model there are no employees and no payroll. Ongoing expenses are limited to supplies, utilities, property taxes, and insurance. The seller has maintained the property and equipment in working condition throughout the 24-year ownership period.
The surrounding area is experiencing significant residential growth, with 14 existing apartment complexes nearby, approximately 600 new apartment units nearing completion, and a 200-home single-family development underway within a quarter mile of the property. This growth trajectory supports increasing customer demand and long-term real estate value appreciation.
The business has no website, social media presence, or active marketing program, representing a clear opportunity for a new owner to drive additional traffic through digital channels, membership programs, and brand building. The self-service format requires minimal day-to-day involvement primary tasks include equipment maintenance, payment system servicing, and cash collection.
The asking price of $999,000 includes the land, building, all equipment, and the operating business. The seller will provide training and a transition period, and a non-compete agreement is included. Contact us today to learn more about this opportunity and request additional information.
About the Business
- Years in Operation
- 25
- Employees
- Owner-operated with zero employees. Self-service format requires no staffing.
- Currently Home Based
- Yes
- Facilities & Assets
- The property includes a 2,212 SF split-face block building with metal roof on a 0.634-acre lot (27,630 SF). Features multiple self-service wash bays with wand system, six vacuum stations with scent and shampoo features, and a car care vending center. All stations accept credit card, cash, and coin payments. Nine-camera security system monitors the entire property. Equipment upgraded in 2021 including new pumps, reverse osmosis water filtration, and spray pump. All equipment and real estate are included in the asking price.
- Market Outlook / Competition
- The U.S. car wash industry is valued at over $15 billion, with 79% of drivers now using professional car wash services. Garland is the 13th largest city in Texas with a population of approximately 250,500 and a median household income of $75,797. This location benefits from 26,386 vehicles per day at the Belt Line Road and N Glenbrook Drive intersection, 14 existing apartment complexes nearby, and over 800 new residential units under construction within a quarter mile.
- Opportunities for Growth
- The business currently has no website, social media accounts, or digital marketing a new owner could attract additional customers through targeted local advertising and an online presence. Adding a membership or subscription program, following the industry trend toward recurring revenue models, could stabilize cash flow. Upgrading to app-based or contactless payment options would improve the customer experience and reduce cash handling. The surrounding area's rapid residential growth provides a built-in expanding customer base.
Real Estate
- Owned or Leased
- Owned
- Included in asking price
About the Sale
- Seller Motivation
- Long-term owner transitioning after 24+ years of continuous operation.
- Transition Support
- The owner will provide hands-on training covering daily operations, equipment maintenance, vendor relationships, and cash collection procedures. A transition period is included to ensure continuity. The self-service format has minimal operational complexity, making it accessible to first-time business owners or investors.
Listing Info
- ID
- 2522791
- Listing Views
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