Car Wash

10215 Watson Road, St. Louis, MO 63127

  • For Sale $899,000
  • Property Type Other
  • Property Size 4,226 SF
  • Lot Size 0.41 Acre
  • Property Tenancy Single Tenant
  • Year Built 1989
  • Year Renovated 2018
  • Date Updated Jul 7, 2025
This Car Wash is situated along the bustling Watson Road corridor in Crestwood, a prominent suburb of St. Louis County, Missouri. This area is known for its strong commercial presence, high visibility, and convenient accessibility, making it an excellent location for a Car Wash business. Crestwood is a thriving suburban community with a population exceeding 75,000 residents within a five-mile radius. The area boasts a robust median household income, reflecting the strong purchasing power of the local population. Additionally, Watson Road experiences an average daily traffic count of over 25,000 vehicles, ensuring steady exposure to passing motorists. Surrounding the property is a diverse mix of national and regional retailers, restaurants, and service providers that drive consistent consumer activity. Notable shopping centers, such as Crestwood Plaza and Sunset Hills Plaza, are just minutes away, offering a variety of retail and dining options. The area is home to popular chains like Starbucks, Chick-fil-A, and Olive Garden, as well as essential services such as banks, fitness centers, and grocery stores, which enhance the location's appeal. Watson Road’s strategic position as part of Missouri Route 366 connects the property to Interstate 44 and other major highways, making it easily accessible for both local and regional customers. Public transportation options, including nearby bus routes, further increase accessibility for employees and visitors alike. Crestwood is a family-oriented community with excellent schools, a low crime rate, and abundant recreational opportunities. Nearby parks, such as Grant’s Trail and Whitecliff Park, contribute to the area's charm, attracting both residents and visitors seeking outdoor activities. Overall, this property represents a strong investment opportunity in a growing and dynamic area of St. Louis County. Its prime location along a high-traffic corridor, surrounded by thriving businesses and a stable community, ensures long-term success for retail and service operations.Prime Net Lease is pleased to present a rare owner/user opportunity to acquire the fee simple interest in a recently remodeled, freestanding car wash in St. Louis, MO, a dynamic and well-trafficked market. Originally built in 1989 as a drive-through car wash, the property underwent significant renovations in 2018, enhancing its infrastructure and operational efficiency. This turnkey site is now available for purchase or lease, presenting a prime opportunity for an owner-operator or tenant to establish a successful business. Strategically located along Old Route 66, a major commercial corridor with 10,000+ vehicles per day, the property benefits from excellent visibility and accessibility. It is easily reached from Interstate 44 and is just minutes from downtown St. Louis. Additionally, the site is surrounded by top national retailers, including Chick-fil-A, O’Reilly Auto Parts, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Advance Auto Parts, UPS, and Denny’s, ensuring consistent consumer traffic. Beyond its existing use as a car wash, this property also presents a prime redevelopment opportunity for investors or businesses looking to convert the site into another drive-through concept, such as a quick-service restaurant (QSR), coffee shop, or express oil change facility. With its high-traffic location, strong market fundamentals, and adaptable layout, this site offers excellent potential for long-term value and growth.
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Highlights

  • BONUS DEPRECIATION - Fee simple ownership of a Car Wash provides the landlord the opportunity to use accelerated Bonus
  • depreciation model. Consulting your Accountant or Tax Attorney is advised.
  • FULLY TURNKEY & OPERATIONAL – This Car Wash is fully operational and ready for immediate transition to new ownership, requiring no additional setup or investment. A new owner can step in and begin operations seamlessly from day one.
  • HIGH TRAFFIC AREA – The subject property is situated and excellently visible along Old Rte 66, a major thoroughfare in the city of St. Louis, which see traffic counts of approximately 10,000+ vehicles per day and is in close proximity to downtown St. Louis.
  • HIGH-UPSIDE OPPORTUNITY – This site offers a turnkey business opportunity, allowing a new investor to take over and increase sales through improved marketing and operations.
  • SALE-LEASEBACK ADVANTAGE – Capitalize on the option to sell the Car Wash through a sale-leaseback, enabling the recoup of the initial investment while maintaining operational control and generating consistent cash flow.

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Location

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  • Walk Score ®

    60/100 Somewhat Walkable
  • Bike Score ®

    34/100 Somewhat Bikeable
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  • City St. Louis, MO
  • Neighborhood Sunset Hills
  • Zip Code 63127
  • Market St Louis

Points of Interest

  • Kirkwood

    1.74 miles

  • Clayton

    6.99 miles

  • Discovery Corner Station

    8.08 miles

  • The Wild Station

    8.19 miles

  • Skinker

    8.40 miles

  • University City Library

    8.49 miles

  • Leland Avenue

    8.57 miles

  • Missouri History Museum/Forest Park

    8.70 miles

  • Forest Park - DeBaliviere Metrolink

    8.90 miles

  • Delmar Loop Metrolink

    8.91 miles

  • Phillips 66

    0.36 miles

  • Sam's Club Fuel Center

    0.77 miles

  • BP

    0.92 miles

  • Mobil

    0.94 miles

  • QuikTrip

    0.98 miles

  • Giannini's Auto Service

    1.58 miles

  • Conoco

    1.74 miles

  • Wally's

    3.60 miles

  • Tesla Supercharger

    5.12 miles

  • Electric Car Charging Station

    5.89 miles

  • Visitor Parking

    1.30 miles

  • Free Parking Garage Kirkwood Visitors and Residents

    1.62 miles

  • Free Parkinig Garage Kirkwood Visitors and Apartment Residents

    1.67 miles

  • Trailhead

    2.05 miles

  • Student Parking

    2.23 miles

  • Faculty Parking

    2.30 miles

  • Essex Lot

    2.59 miles

  • La Quinta Inn & Suites St Louis Route 66

    0.32 miles

  • Days Inn

    0.39 miles

  • Holiday Inn St Louis SW - Route 66

    0.46 miles

  • Best Western

    0.56 miles

  • Fairfield Inn

    2.70 miles

  • Extended Stay America Suites

    2.73 miles

  • Super 8

    2.98 miles

  • Stratford Inn

    3.24 miles

  • Chippewa Hotel

    3.56 miles

  • Heritage Inn & Suites

    3.74 miles

  • Smugala's Pizza

    0.07 miles

  • Sesame Chinese Restaurant

    0.24 miles

  • Denny's

    0.29 miles

  • McDonald's

    0.35 miles

  • LongHorn Steakhouse

    0.37 miles

  • Texas Roadhouse

    0.42 miles

  • Saint Louis Bread Co.

    0.43 miles

  • Buffalo Wild Wings

    0.43 miles

  • Crazy Bowls & Wraps

    0.44 miles

  • Burger King

    0.45 miles

  • Turner School

    0.64 miles

  • St. John Vianney

    0.65 miles

  • St. John Vianney High School

    0.67 miles

  • Esports Center

    0.70 miles

  • St Justin Martyr Catholic School

    0.94 miles

  • Crestwood Elementary School

    1.04 miles

  • Nipher Middle School

    1.09 miles

  • Thomas Jefferson School

    1.17 miles

  • South County Technical School

    1.20 miles

  • Long Elementary School

    1.23 miles

  • A Place for Children

    0.92 miles

  • First Child Academy

    2.86 miles

  • Gymboree

    3.35 miles

  • Saint Paul's Early Childhood Center

    3.84 miles

  • Mercy Co-Worker Children’s Center

    3.86 miles

  • Kirkwood West KinderCare

    4.10 miles

  • The Goddard School

    4.34 miles

  • LaPetite Academy

    4.59 miles

  • Montessori Learning Center

    5.45 miles

  • Mary Margaret Daycare

    6.03 miles

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Car Wash cost?

The space currently listed for sale at Car Wash asks for $899,000.

What is the total square footage of Car Wash?

Car Wash totals 4,226 square feet.

When was this property built?

Car Wash was built in 1989.

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