1717 S Grand Ave 0.79 Acres of Commercial Land Offered at £2,030,432 in Glendora, CA 91740
INVESTMENT HIGHLIGHTS
- Fully entitled express car wash development site with CUP approval, approved architectural plans for a 6,913 sq ft tunnel and 28 vacuum bays
- Great visibility
- High Traffic
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
A standout development opportunity returns to market in the heart of Glendora’s high-demand commercial corridor. 1717 S Grand Ave is a CUP-approved 0.79-acre lot (approx. 34,412 sq ft), entitled for a modern express car wash facility. Full architectural plans are included with the sale.
The property is held in fee simple by 1717 Grand Holdings LLC, with no trust deeds, liens, or encumbrances. A preliminary title report and plotted easement map are available. Existing easements (public utility and historic irrigation) are minor and do not affect development feasibility.
Approved Development Program:
6,913 sq ft express car wash tunnel
28 vacuum bays under four solar-ready canopies
32 sq ft entry kiosk, 187 sq ft trash/mechanical enclosure
30 parking stalls, including ADA and employee
Solar-ready roof system (9,500+ sq ft)
Dual curb cuts on Grand Ave and Laxford for clean traffic flow
Turnkey Builder Available:
The original architect and general contractor are the same team that designed the project and are available to complete construction if the new buyer wishes to move forward with them.
Due Diligence Folder Includes:
Approved CUP + Resolution PC 2025-01
Full architectural plan set (PDF)
Site survey + plotted easement map
Rendered elevations + conceptual site plan
Preliminary title report
Due diligence folder available upon request
Important Note:
This property is CUP approved and includes architectural plans, but civil engineering, structural, MEP, grading, and utility plans are not yet completed. Buyer will be responsible for completing these steps to move toward RTI (Ready-to-Issue) status.
Ideal For:
Experienced express car wash operators
Developers seeking high-traffic, entitled pads
1031 exchange buyers looking for entitled land
Investors pursuing permitted-use opportunities with value-add upside
PROPERTY FACTS
1 LOT AVAILABLE
Lot
| Price | £2,030,432 |
| Price Per AC | £2,570,167.08 |
| Lot Size | 0.79 AC |
Premium 0.79-acre commercial parcel (±34,412 sq ft) located on a high-visibility corner along South Grand Avenue in Glendora, CA. The site features GC3 Corridor Commercial zoning and is fully entitled with a City-approved Conditional Use Permit (CUP)
DESCRIPTION
Premier Express Car Wash Development Opportunity – CUP Approved & Buyer-Ready Located at the signalized intersection of Grand Ave and Laxford St in Glendora, this 0.79-acre commercial parcel is now CUP approved for a modern express car wash. The City of Glendora adopted Resolution PC 2025-01 on January 7, 2025, approving a 6,913 sq ft express car wash under GC3 Corridor Commercial zoning. Architectural plans, site layout, and entitlement documents are included with the sale. This high-traffic corridor sees approx. 27,000 vehicles/day and is surrounded by Walgreens, Starbucks, AutoZone, Circle K, and more. The property is also near Azusa Pacific University and Citrus College, in a growing residential area with $96K+ median household income. Development Summary: Lot Size: 34,412 sq ft (0.79 acres) Zoning: GC3 – Corridor Commercial CUP Approval: Resolution PC 2025-01 (valid through Jan 7, 2027) Main Building: 6,913 sq ft express tunnel 28 vacuum stations under 4 solar-ready canopies Entry kiosk, trash/mechanical enclosure 30 parking stalls incl. ADA + employee Solar-Ready Roof Area: 9,500+ sq ft FAR: 36% (below 50%) Height: 30’-9” proposed (within 35’ max) Landscaping: 19% of lot with drought-tolerant design Ingress/Egress: Dual curb cuts on Grand Ave and Laxford Included in Sale: Approved CUP + Planning Commission Resolution Full architectural plan set (PDF) Site survey + plotted easement map Rendered elevations + conceptual site plan Preliminary title report Due diligence folder available upon request Important Note: Civil engineering, structural plans, MEP, grading, and utility designs have not yet been completed. Buyer will be responsible for final design and submitting for plan check after purchase to move the project toward RTI (Ready-to-Issue) status. The original architect and general contractor are available to complete the project if desired. They have delivered over 8 successful express car wash developments in Southern California. This is a rare opportunity to acquire a high-exposure, CUP-approved site with a clean development path. Ideal for operators, developers, and 1031 exchange buyers.
PROPERTY TAXES
| Parcel Number | 8631-005-014 | Improvements Assessment | £262,182 |
| Land Assessment | £1,396,199 | Total Assessment | £1,658,380 |
ZONING
| Zoning Code | Commercial (Zoning: GC3 – Corridor Commercial. Allows for auto-related uses including express car wash with approved CUP. High-traffic location ideal for car wash) |
CONTACT
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Rafayel Muradyan - AR Realty
