Car Washes for Sale in Alberta

If you’re searching for a car wash for sale in Alberta, this page lets you compare active opportunities across the province—self-serve bays, touchless/in-bay automatic (IBA), express tunnel/conveyor, truck/fleet wash, and car wash + convenience/gas combos—using live MLS® data updated in real time.

Car wash listings aren’t all the same. Two deals can look similar on price but perform very differently depending on site access and turns, queue/stacking space, equipment age and uptime, water/sewer capacity and costs, winter operations, and whether you’re buying real estate or a business with a lease. Use this page to filter quickly, then request the deal package before you tour.

All listings on this page are sourced directly from the Alberta MLS® and updated in real time. You can explore office spaces, retail storefronts, industrial properties, and development land with complete accuracy. Use the tools below to save searches, compare property types, and request private tours.

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Car Wash in Alberta - Listings

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1-12/21
  • 902 Main Street in Manning: Industrial for sale : MLS®# A2170528

    902 Main Street Manning T0H 2M0
    Main Photo: 902 Main Street in Manning: Industrial for sale : MLS®# A2170528
    $1,200,000
    Commercial
    Status:
    Active
    MLS® Num:
    A2170528
    Build. Type:
    See Remarks
    When location is KEY, look no further! This property is perfectly positioned for easy access to Highway #35 and could cater to a variety of industrial needs! This top-quality steel shop built in 1998 is situated on 14.15 acres of land, boasts a fully secure chain link fenced yard with three gated entrances. Along the fence are 12 electrical plug-ins with a separate breaker box. The two well-maintained buildings are on one title: the 40’ x 100’ shop, and 1084 sq. ft. detached office building both with paved apron frontage, well graveled yard and landscaped areas. Both properties are serviced with municipal water, sewer, natural gas and electricity. The steel-framed shop features 4000 sq. ft. features 19 ft ceiling height, 3 - 16’ x 16’ O/H doors, one 18’ x 16’ O/H door, 4 man doors, a 5 ton crane hoist with a 16 ft hook height on a movable track so as to move across the shop, LED lighting, a two exhaust fan system, 3 phase power, a parts room in the mezzanine with shelving, one washroom with shower, lunch room equipped with sink and cabinets, cement floor with metal clad interior walls, outdoor building lights. The shop offers two heating systems: two radiant heating tubes on opposite sides of the shop and an underfloor heating system. In the mechanical room is a Hotsy pressure washer and plumbed in large air-compressor. Outside the shop area is a graded truck loading ramp and a coverall building. On this site are full hookups for two camp shacks with sewer line and services tied into the office building. Plenty of room to expand. The modular office building offers three offices, a large reception and conference area, a washroom and spacious entryway. This property is well priced below replacement cost! With approval from municipality, the size of this lot, and Highway #35 frontage, there is potential for the buyer to subdivide the land and resale for other potential businesses such as a truck car wash, hotel development to name a few. The possibilities are yours to explore! Additional notes: Modular office: Make: Northgate Trailer Industries Ltd. Serial #12335-1240-0-1-IT96 CSA: LL98266 Model: office October, 1996 Foundation: Steel pilings More details
    Listed by Grassroots Realty Group Ltd.
    Mohit Dhilon
  • 102 Joblin in Hinton: Business for sale : MLS®# A2217481

    102 Joblin Hinton T7V 1G7
    Main Photo: 102 Joblin in Hinton: Business for sale : MLS®# A2217481
    $1,600,000
    Commercial
    Status:
    Active
    MLS® Num:
    A2217481
    Build. Type:
    Free-Standing
    **New Lower Price** Excellent opportunity to own this well-established and well-maintained, self-serve TRUCK WASH, OIL LUBE & TIRE SHOP business. Property (land & building) are included (approx lot size is 0.94 acres, approx bldg size is 11,475 sq ft). Businesses include: 1) self-serve TRUCK WASH, 2) self-serve CAR WASH, 3) MOBIL OIL LUBE SHOP, 4) TIRE SHOP (providing tire changes with tire mounting & balancing service), 5) TIRE STORAGE RACKS and 6) DETAILING service. The building and property are set up to manage services for big rigs and trailers. It includes a large marshalling area, oil burner for heat, dual electric overhead doors, tire mounts & tire balancing plus tire storage racks. The existing detail bay of 4,000+ sq ft could continue to be used for detailing or be converted for other uses. Business is fully staffed. This opportunity is located in the bustling town of Hinton, AB, approximately 3 hours west of Edmonton. More details
    Listed by Diamond Realty & Associates Ltd
    Mohit Dhilon
  • 6002 60 Avenue in Taber: Industrial for sale : MLS®# A2230951

    6002 60 Avenue Taber T1G 2C1
    Main Photo: 6002 60 Avenue in Taber: Industrial for sale : MLS®# A2230951
    $999,000
    Commercial
    Status:
    Active
    MLS® Num:
    A2230951
    Fantastic opportunity to own a large shop in Taber's industrial area. Featuring 5 bays measuring 30' x 30' with office spaces of 30' x 20', another 40' x 30' bay and two more 30' x 32' bays that were once used as a car wash. A few updates have been done over the years including a metal clad roof, windows, man doors, some overhead doors, some cement work, radiant heaters in 3 bays and electric baseboard heaters in front offices. Sitting on 1.13 acres, this could be just what you've been looking for! More details
    Listed by RE/MAX REAL ESTATE - LETHBRIDGE (TABER)
    Mohit Dhilon
  • 203 4706 50 Avenue in Athabasca: Athabasca Town Mixed Use for lease : MLS®# A2265529

    203 4706 50 Avenue Athabasca Town Athabasca T9S 1C1
    Main Photo: 203 4706 50 Avenue in Athabasca: Athabasca Town Mixed Use for lease : MLS®# A2265529
    $2,000
    Commercial
    Status:
    For Lease
    MLS® Num:
    A2265529
    Are you searching for a larger office lease space to accommodate your growing business? This studio space has 935 sq. ft. and a little kitchenette area. Just bring in your mini fridge and microwave! Located on the top floor of the SS Athabasca Car Wash, you have great highway exposure and the view is exceptional! More details
    Listed by Royal LePage Premier Real Estate
    Mohit Dhilon
  • 205 4706 50 Avenue in Athabasca: Athabasca Town Mixed Use for lease : MLS®# A2265530

    205 4706 50 Avenue Athabasca Town Athabasca T9S 1C1
    Main Photo: 205 4706 50 Avenue in Athabasca: Athabasca Town Mixed Use for lease : MLS®# A2265530
    $500
    Commercial
    Status:
    For Lease
    MLS® Num:
    A2265530
    Needing some office space?? 250 sq. ft. on the second floor of the SS Athabasca Car Wash. Need a couple offices?? We have 3 of this size available. Lease 1 or all 3! More details
    Listed by Royal LePage Premier Real Estate
    Mohit Dhilon
  • 5702 2A Highway in Ponoka: Central Ponoka Retail for sale : MLS®# A2271005

    5702 2A Highway Central Ponoka Ponoka T4J 1M1
    Main Photo: 5702 2A Highway in Ponoka: Central Ponoka Retail for sale : MLS®# A2271005
    $1,250,000
    Commercial
    Status:
    Active
    MLS® Num:
    A2271005
    Build. Type:
    Commercial Mix
    Trusted & Established Franchise Gas Station & Convenience Store — $1,250,000 (Includes Land & Building)& Running Business, equipment Located on busy Highway 2A in Alberta, just 2 hours from Calgary and 1 hour from Edmonton, this high-performing gas station and convenience store is back on the market after the previous buyer’s financing fell through — giving you another chance to secure this incredible opportunity. This is a turnkey, profitable business with solid financials and strong cash flow, ideal for both investors and owner-operators looking to step into a well-established operation. Over $1M in annual sales Includes a popular fried chicken franchise — at no extra cost Equipped with new, modern gas pumps Multiple income streams: fuel, store, and food sales No lease — you own the land and building outright Huge growth potential — add a car wash or QSR to increase profitability This well-known business benefits from consistent local and highway traffic, delivering six-figure income with room to grow. Full training provided | Motivated seller ready for a smooth transition and quick sale More details
    Listed by Real Estate Professionals Inc.
    Mohit Dhilon
  • 4515 52 Avenue in Red Deer: Downtown Red Deer Business for sale : MLS®# A2272404

    4515 52 Avenue Downtown Red Deer Red Deer T4N 7A5
    Main Photo: 4515 52 Avenue in Red Deer: Downtown Red Deer Business for sale : MLS®# A2272404
    $5,190,000
    Commercial
    Status:
    Active
    MLS® Num:
    A2272404
    Build. Type:
    Free-Standing
    Located in a high-visibility, high-traffic area of Red Deer, this established car wash offers exceptional accessibility from major arterial roads and benefits from steady traffic drawn from nearby residential neighborhoods, commercial zones, and industrial parks. The property features ten barn-style bays, one automatic bay, and three large truck bays within a 12,363 sq. ft. building, with additional space reserved for a future automatic bay. Situated on 1.08 acres in the downtown commercial district, the site is surrounded by retail and office developments, as well as significant multi-family and hospital upgrade projects, ensuring strong long-term growth potential. Revenue ( 2023: $907,200, 2024: $923,896, 2025: $974,302) More details
    Listed by MaxWell Canyon Creek
    Mohit Dhilon
  • 6124 48 Avenue in Camrose: West End Business for sale : MLS®# A2280831

    6124 48 Avenue West End Camrose T4V 0K5
    Main Photo: 6124 48 Avenue in Camrose: West End Business for sale : MLS®# A2280831
    $1,050,000
    Commercial
    Status:
    Active
    MLS® Num:
    A2280831
    Build. Type:
    See Remarks
    PRIME HIGHWAY COMMERCIAL PROPERTY & BUSINESS! Established car wash on the main Camrose thoroughfare. Zoned C2 - property is suitable for a variety other commercial purposes. More details
    Listed by RE/MAX Real Estate (Edmonton) Ltd.
    Mohit Dhilon
  • 414 21 Street SE in High River: Highway Industrial Park High River Industrial for sale : MLS®# A2279558

    414 21 Street SE Highway Industrial Park High River High River T1V 2A7
    Main Photo: 414 21 Street SE in High River: Highway Industrial Park High River Industrial for sale : MLS®# A2279558
    $1,277,000
    Commercial
    Status:
    Active
    MLS® Num:
    A2279558
    FOR SALE : 1.4 ACRES with a 4200 SQ FT Steel Structure building.... Fully Leased. Property FEATURES 6 - 14 ft Overhead doors allows trucks to drive through ; 3 bays each 60 ft deep ; originally the building was used as a truck and car wash ; ideal site for a potential second building, subdivision of a second lot [subject to town of High River approval ];fenced yard ; gravel packed rear yard ,security fenced and good highway access. New Air Exchange system installed in 2025. More details
    Listed by Royal LePage Solutions
    Mohit Dhilon
  • 4639 Federated Road in Swan Hills: Retail for sale : MLS®# A2287988

    4639 Federated Road Swan Hills T0G 2C0
    Main Photo: 4639 Federated Road in Swan Hills: Retail for sale : MLS®# A2287988
    $1,090,000
    Commercial
    Status:
    Active
    MLS® Num:
    A2287988
    GOOD LOCATION AND GOOD POTENTIAL. GAS STATION+CONVENIENCE+LIQUOR+CAR WASH (2 CAR WASH + 1 TRUCK WASH). TANK IS FIBERGLASS DOUBLE WALL 200,000 LITER. More details
    Listed by CIR Realty
    Mohit Dhilon
  • 1280 4 Avenue NE in Medicine Hat: Retail for sale : MLS®# A2294453

    1280 4 Avenue NE Medicine Hat T1A 6B9
    Main Photo: 1280 4 Avenue NE in Medicine Hat: Retail for sale : MLS®# A2294453
    $780,000
    Commercial
    Status:
    Active
    MLS® Num:
    A2294453
    This well-maintained car wash in Medicine Hat presents a rare opportunity to acquire a turnkey business with steady sales and an exceptionally loyal, regular customer base. Strategically located on a 12,500 sqft lot within a rapidly growing residential area, the facility is perfectly equipped to handle diverse needs with five car wash bays, one dedicated truck bay, and two vacuum stations. Designed for easy operation, this consistent performer serves a city population of 68,700, offering a stable investment with significant upside as the neighbourhood continues to expand. This prime piece of real estate is only available due to the owners retiring, making it an ideal acquisition for an entrepreneur seeking a low-maintenance, cash-flowing asset in a thriving community. More details
    Listed by CIR Realty
    Mohit Dhilon
  • 5426 55 Street in Cold Lake: Cold Lake South Business for sale : MLS®# A2294200

    5426 55 Street Cold Lake South Cold Lake T9M 1R5
    Main Photo: 5426 55 Street in Cold Lake: Cold Lake South Business for sale : MLS®# A2294200
    $3,290,000
    Commercial
    Status:
    Active
    MLS® Num:
    A2294200
    Build. Type:
    Retail
    The subject property is a high-performing Esso fuel retail asset featuring an "On the Run "convenience store, six-bay wand wash, automatic car wash, and a coin-laundry. Positioned on a prominent 35,026 sq. ft. corner lot, the site offers excellent visibility, easy access, and multiple diversified revenue streams. Cold Lake is entering a major growth cycle driven by two transformational projects: A $20-billion expansion of 4 Wing Cold Lake tied to the arrival of the F-35 fighter fleet, including new hangars, training facilities, and long-term military infrastructure. A $16-billion carbon-capture and energy project that will significantly increase industrial activity and workforce presence. These developments are expected to increase population, contractor traffic, and service-sector demand, directly supporting higher fuel volumes, C-store sales, and car-wash and laundry usage. The property is supported by strong infrastructure, including three double-wall fiberglass tanks installed in 2006, and a laundry facility with 13 washers and 12 dryers. Annual Revenues:2025: $4,428,903,2024: $4,921,621,2023: $5,303,620 More details
    Listed by MaxWell Canyon Creek
    Mohit Dhilon
1-12/21
Data was last updated June 4, 2026 at 10:05 AM (UTC)
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Explore Car wash ALBERTA

  1. Self-Serve Car Washes
    Best for buyers who want lower labor and simpler operations. Focus on bay count, coin/card systems, and winter viability.

  2. Touchless / In-Bay Automatic (IBA)
    Common for higher throughput with less footprint. Validate equipment condition, maintenance history, and service support in your region.

  3. Express Tunnel / Conveyor Wash
    Higher volume model with stronger upsell potential (memberships, add-ons). Requires sharper operations, staffing, and consistent marketing.

  4. Truck Wash / Fleet Wash
    Industrial demand-driven. Confirm yard access, ceiling clearance, water reclaim, and heavy-use mechanical systems.

  5. Car Wash + Convenience / Gas Station Combo
    Often benefits from cross-traffic. Confirm site access, parking flow, and whether wash performance is supported by the forecourt layout.

  6. Detail Shop / Auto Spa Add-On
    Higher margin potential but more labor-dependent. Validate staffing realities, bay layout, and customer acquisition strategy.

Car Wash Market Overview

Alberta car wash opportunities typically split into two deal structures:

  1. Business sale with a lease (you’re buying equipment, goodwill, and cash flow)

  2. Business + real estate (you’re also acquiring land/building, which changes financing, risk, and resale dynamics)

Across Alberta, car wash opportunities usually fall into business-only (leasehold) deals or business + real estate deals. The right structure changes financing, risk, and resale—so the first step is confirming what’s actually included (land/building vs equipment/goodwill vs both).

In major markets (especially Calgary and Edmonton), buyers tend to compete hardest for sites with strong access and modernized equipment. In smaller centres, you may find more attractive pricing but need to be sharper on local demand, competition, and service support for repairs/parts.

Investment Insights

A car wash can be a strong investment when you can answer “yes” to three questions:

1) Is the location defensible?

  • Corner/visibility, traffic patterns, easy turns, stacking space

  • Seasonal resilience (winter access, drainage, snow storage realities)

2) Is the equipment risk priced in?

  • Equipment age, service history, and replacement timeline

  • Water heating, pumps, boilers, softeners, reclaim systems

  • Local service support (who fixes it, how fast, and at what cost)

3) Is there a clear path to revenue lift?

Common high-ROI levers (when the site supports it):

  • Card/tap-to-pay + better POS (reduces leakage, increases usage)

  • Pricing optimization + premium packages

  • Memberships/subscriptions (especially tunnel/IBA)

  • Uptime + preventative maintenance scheduling

  • Better signage, Google profile, and local marketing

  • Add-ons where feasible (vacuums, mat cleaners, detailing upsell)

Non-negotiables to verify before committing:

  • Environmental risk (spills, oil separators, contamination history)

  • Water/sewer capacity and costs (and any reclaim compliance)

  • Lease terms (if leasing): assignment rights, renewal options, rent escalations, permitted use

  • Real estate condition (if buying): roof, structure, mechanical, drainage, parking/yard

FAQ's

1) Am I buying the business, the property, or both?
It depends on the listing. Some are business-only with a lease, others include real estate. Always confirm what’s included in the sale.

2) What types of car washes show up most often in Alberta?
Self-serve bays and in-bay automatics are common, with tunnels and truck washes appearing less frequently but often at higher price points.

3) What financials should I request first?
At minimum: revenue by month, expense summary, maintenance logs, and equipment list/age. If available, ask for utility bills and service invoices.

4) What are the biggest hidden costs?
Deferred maintenance, equipment replacement, water/sewer costs, heating/boiler issues, and site drainage/parking repairs.

5) How do I evaluate equipment condition quickly?
Ask for age, service history, downtime frequency, and who services the equipment locally. Then inspect in person for corrosion, leaks, and overall upkeep.

6) Are car washes seasonal in Alberta?
Yes—winter conditions can change traffic and usage patterns. Strong sites are designed to operate smoothly in cold weather and keep bays accessible.

7) What matters most for resale value?
Location/access, equipment modernization, documented financials, and whether the real estate is included.

8) If I’m leasing, what lease terms matter most?
Assignment/consent clauses, renewal options, permitted use, maintenance responsibilities, and predictable escalations.

9) What’s the fastest way to shortlist deals?
Start with location/access + wash format, then eliminate anything with unclear deal structure, weak lease terms, or major capex looming.

10) Can you help shortlist options for my budget and target city?
Yes—send your budget, city targets (Calgary-only vs Alberta-wide), preferred wash type, and whether you want real estate included.

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