$675,000

About this home

Historic Presence. Prime Location. Endless Potential. Positioned in the absolute heart of Downtown Wilson, the iconic former Wilson Hardware Store--offers a rare opportunity to own a piece of the city's history while shaping its future. Situated directly across from the courthouse and just steps from Vollis Simpson Whirligig Park and the New Wilson Warbirds Stadium, this location delivers unmatched visibility and foot traffic. This impressive two-story commercial building features expansive open space across both levels, with additional square footage in the rear--accessible via a rear alley or directly from the second floor--offering flexibility for storage, expansion, or creative redevelopment. Equipped with an existing hood system, the property is uniquely positioned for a restaurant concept--an amenity in high demand within the rapidly growing downtown dining scene. Whether you envision an upscale dining destination, brewery, retail flagship, or mixed-use concept, this property provides the bones, character, and location to bring it to life. Surrounded by thriving local businesses, entertainment, and year-round events, this is more than a building--it's a cornerstone opportunity in one of Eastern North Carolina's most energized downtown districts. Own the address. Build the vision. Be part of Wilson's next chapter.

Property details

MLS

Hive MLS

MLS #

100571504

Property type

Improved

Subdivision

Wilson

Status

Active

Days on market

166

On market date

May 4, 2026

Stories

N/A

Total bathrooms

N/A

Garage spaces

N/A

Parking spaces

N/A

Lot size

0.07 acres

Nearby schools

Within 10 miles. School directory data from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), accessed via the Urban Institute Education Data API. Local Score is calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate; where a state rating is shown, it comes from that state's own official school report card.