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Seller financing may be available, subject to seller-approved terms and conditions. Investment opportunity at 1636 W Tilghman Street, Allentown, featuring an established car wash and income-producing commercial property situated at a signalized intersection along a high-traffic commercial corridor. The mechanic shop spaces are reported to generate approximately $9,000 per month in rental income. The car wash business has operated at this location for approximately 43 years, providing a long-standing presence in the area. Traffic counts are reported at approximately 37,000 vehicles per day, offering strong visibility and exposure. The property is not limited to its current car wash and automotive-related uses and may offer potential for alternative commercial uses, subject to applicable zoning, permitting, and municipal approvals. Continue the existing operation or explore future redevelopment or repositioning opportunities. Seller financing may be available; terms, conditions, down payment, interest rate, and buyer qualification are subject to seller approval. Buyers are responsible for independently verifying permitted uses, business information, financial information, and all other property details. Selling AI-IS condition.

Full Property Details for 1636 W Tilghman St

General

  • Price: $3,300,000
  • Taxes: $38,906 (2026)
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Commercial Service
  • Source: BrightMLSPhilly
  • MLS ID: PALH2016596
  • Updated: 8/18/2026
  • Added to Site: 1 day(s) ago

Business

  • Business Type: Car Wash/Truck Wash

Parking

  • Total Spaces: 35
  • Parking Features: Paved Parking
  • Parking Type: Parking Lot

Location

  • Area: Allentown City (12302)
  • Municipality: ALLENTOWN CITY
  • County: LEHIGH
  • Cross Streets: N 17th St
  • Driving Directions: From US-22, exit toward 15th Street, turn slightly left onto Mauch Chunk Rd, Continue onto 15th St, R onto Tilghman St.
  • Location Details: Corner Lot/Unit

School Information

  • Elementary School: Muhlenberg
  • Middle School: Trexler
  • High School: William Allen

Heating & Cooling

  • Cooling Type: None
  • Heating Type: Other
  • Heating Fuel: Electric
  • Water Heater: Electric

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Public

Structural Information

  • Construction: Brick, Cement Siding
  • Drive-In Doors: 7
  • Building Size: 6400
  • Year Built: 1950
  • Year Built Source: Assessor

Unit Information

  • # Tenants: Single

Lot Features

  • Property View: City
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Lot Dimensions: 180.00 x 120.00
  • Street/Road Desc.: Paved
  • Zoning: B-3
  • Lot Description: Corner, Level

Financial Considerations

  • Price Per Sq. Ft.: $515.62
  • Assessment Year: 2026
  • School Tax: $22,710
  • City/TownTax Freq: Annually
  • County Tax: $3,684
  • County Tax Freq: Annually
  • Tax w/Assessment: $974,700
  • Tax Amount: $38,906
  • Tax Year: 2026

Disclosures and Reports

  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Lot Number: 1

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Schools serving 1636 W Tilghman St

School District:Allentown City School District
NameGradesDistance
Muhlenberg El School
740 North 21st Street, Allentown, PA 18104
K-50.5 mi
Trexler Middle School
851 North 15th Street, Allentown, PA 18102
6-80.4 mi
William Allen High School
106 N 17th St, Allentown, PA 18104
9-120.5 mi
Disclaimer: School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Price & Sales History for 1636 W Tilghman St Get Price Alerts and Save Property

Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
8/18/2026
Listed
$3,300,000
103.08%
MLS
11/20/2003
Sold
$1,625,000
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Tax History for 1636 W Tilghman St

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2026
$38,267
1%
$974,700
—
2025
$37,790
—
$974,700
—
2024
$37,790
—
$974,700
—
2023
$37,790
-7%
$974,700
—
2022
$40,812
16%
$974,700
—
2019
$35,149
—
$974,700
—
2020
$35,286
1%
$974,700
—
2019
$34,813
10%
$974,700
—
2018
$31,633
2%
$974,700
—
2017
$30,954
—
$974,700
—
2016
$30,993
-14%
$974,700
-17%
2015
$35,936
-36%
$1,169,300
-18%
2014
$56,214
—
$1,420,700
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1636 W Tilghman Street, Allentown, PA 18104 (MLS# PALH2016596) is a Commercial Service property. 1636 W Tilghman Street is currently listed for $3,300,000 and was received on August 18, 2026. Want to learn more about 1636 W Tilghman Street? Do you have questions about finding other Commercial Service real estate for sale in Allentown? You can browse all Allentown real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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