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Historic-District Car Wash Property
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$150,000

501 E Barnes Street S, Wilson, NC 27893

Commercial Sale, Wilson, NC

Property SizeContact for details
Lot Size0.07 Acres
Days on Market1

Property Features for 501 E Barnes Street S

General Information

Property type Commercial Sale
Property subtype Other
Zoning CCMX
Subdivision Not In Subdivision
Lot features Corner Lot
Directions Nash Street SE, R on Pettigrew, L on Barnes, at corner
Standard status Active
APN 3721-49-1100.000
Lot size 0.07 Acres

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Year 2025
Tax Description Parcel 3721491100000
Tax Annual Amount 663
Legal Description Parcel 3721491100000

Building Details

Year built 1960
Flooring type Concrete
Listing Agency: HTR Southern Properties
Listed By: Tracy L Riba · License #221530
Added: Aug 23 Last Checked: Aug 23 at 5:06PM
MLS# 100598349

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This commercial property includes a former service station and hand car wash operation, offering an existing automotive-oriented configuration for a future use. The building dates to 1960 and has concrete flooring. No building size is stated.

Zoned CCMX, or Center City Mixed Use, the property supports a range of community-scale applications, including commercial, residential, office, and civic operations in standalone or mixed-use buildings. It is located within the Wilson Central Business-Tobacco Warehouse Historic District and sits across from the Barnes Street Community Center, which provides parking, a playground, and a basketball court.

The site is also a 5-minute walk from the Wilson Warbirds stadium and Whirligig Park. The property address is 501 E Barnes Street S in Wilson, North Carolina.

Key Highlights

  • Former service station and hand car wash property
  • CCMX zoning supports commercial, residential, office, and civic operations
  • Located in the Wilson Central Business‑Tobacco Warehouse Historic District

Property Analytics

Current Use

501 Car Wash Car Wash

Suggested Use

Top Pick Dental Office Real Estate Agency Skin Care Clinic HVAC Service (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Electrical Service

Score = modeled unmet demand for each use within ~1 mi (higher = bigger opportunity). Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

864
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 27893, NC

37,131
Population
18,383
Households
2
Avg Household Size
41
Median Age
15%
College-Educated
79%
High-School Grad
109.0 sq mi
ZIP Area
341
Density / Sq Mi
$40,180
Median Household Income
$31,197
Median Earnings
$894
Median Rent
$153,000
Median Home Value

Market

Vacancy Rate% for Industrial in South region

6% 2019
6.5% 2020
4% 2021
3.5% 2022
6% 2023
7.6% 2024
7.9% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Car wash - Former service station and hand car wash with Center City Mixed Use zoning for commercial, residential, office, and civic functions.
Where is this car wash located?
The property is located at 501 E Barnes Street S Wilson, NC.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $150,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Former service station and hand car wash property; CCMX zoning supports commercial, residential, office, and civic operations; Located in the Wilson Central Business‑Tobacco Warehouse Historic District
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