$1,225,000

About this home

Welcome to one of downtown Wilson's most recognizable and creative spaces--the iconic Edge Building. NOW OFFERED TOGETHER WITH ADJOINING VACANT LOT! This unique opportunity provides additional land and flexibility for future expansion, parking, outdoor gathering space, or potential redevelopment. This historic, century-old brick building has been thoughtfully restored and reimagined into a vibrant hub for art, creativity, and modern urban living. Perfectly positioned in the heart of downtown, you're just steps from the energy of Whirligig Park and Warbirds Stadium, surrounded by Wilson's growing arts and cultural scene. • Lower Level: A striking, open art studio and gallery space--previously hosting popular art shows and exhibitions. Ideal for artists, entrepreneurs, creatives, or anyone wanting a one-of-a-kind commercial presence. • Upper Level: Private residential living quarters featuring character, charm, and a seamless blend of industrial and artistic design. This is more than a property--it's a live/work lifestyle where creativity and daily living naturally intersect. The building itself has long been part of Wilson's historic downtown fabric and now stands as a cornerstone of its evolving arts district. Location Highlights • Steps to Whirligig Park (nationally recognized landmark) and Brand New Wilson (Warbirds) Stadium • Walking distance to restaurants, coffee shops, and downtown events • Situated in Wilson's thriving and revitalized downtown district Would be Perfect For: • Artist studio + residence • Gallery + event space • Creative office or boutique concept • Unique short-term rental or live/work investment Opportunities like this don't come around often. Own a piece of Wilson's history while stepping right into its creative future. ATTENTION INVESTORS! Positioned in the heart of downtown Wilson's active redevelopment corridor, the iconic Edge Building offers a rare mixed-use asset with immediate income potential and long-term upside. This live/work configuration gives investors multiple exit strategies and revenue streams--something you don't see often at this price point. OVERVIEW • Mixed-use: Commercial (lower level) + Residential (upper level) • Proven use case: Art studio, gallery events, creative space • Walkable downtown location with increasing foot traffic • Historic structure with strong character appeal (tenant draw) STRATEGY OPTIONS • Dual Income Streams • Short-Term Rental + Event Space • Owner-User Hybrid • Reposition as boutique retail, studio suites, or creative office • Capture appreciation as downtown continues to develop LOCATION • Steps from Vollis Simpson Whirligig Park (major tourist draw) • Steps From Wilson Stadium (Warbirds Stadium) • Surrounded by downtown revitalization projects, dining, and retail • Walkability = premium rent potential This isn't just a building--it's a cash-flow + appreciation play in a downtown that's actively being rediscovered.

Property details

MLS

Hive MLS

MLS #

100566028

Property type

Commercial Sale

Subdivision

Wilson

Status

Active

Days on market

191

On market date

April 23, 2026

Stories

N/A

Total bathrooms

N/A

Garage spaces

N/A

Parking spaces

N/A

Lot size

0.06 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.