Welcome to Wilson, North Carolina, where the town motto is, “Your Next Hometown.” Although this town may be small, its big-city benefits, mild climate, and great location between Greenville and Raleigh may make you wonder if it’s the perfect “next hometown” for you and your family. Eastwood Homes recently announced our new community, 1158 Place, in the heart of Wilson, offering single-family homes and townhomes. Whether you’re relocating to the Raleigh or Greenville areas or just looking for a wonderful place to settle down, Wilson is a fantastic option for individuals and families alike!
One of the first things to note when considering a move to a new area is the quality of life. Luckily, residents feel safe and welcome in Wilson – one of the many perks of living in a small town and knowing your neighbors and the area well. With a mild climate all year round, a low crime rate, and a very affordable cost of living, Wilson is the perfect place to settle down and start a family, or invest in property and start your career as a young adult (Smith & Associates). The cost of living in Wilson is 22.0% lower than the U.S. average, making it a great place to buy a home and live.
With such great weather, residents of Wilson can enjoy one of the many outdoor activities right at their fingertips. In Wilson, you can watch your children in the Little League championship at our baseball stadium on Friday night, take a day trip to one of the nearby beaches on Saturday, and spend your Sunday playing disc golf or fishing at Lake Wilson just down the road.
If you’d rather stay indoors, another perk of living in Wilson is the world-class broadband system. Wilson, NC is North Carolina’s first fiber optic gigabit internet city, which means their system, Greenlight, allows connections of up to a Gigabit per second – about 100 times faster than the average high-speed Internet connection. In addition to fast internet speeds, Greenlight also provides public wifi for its Wilson residents in historic downtown Wilson, at the Amtrak train station, and Gillette Athletic Complex. Out-of-state fans can tune into games from the live streams supported by Greenlight, and you’ll never have to worry about hitting your data limit while shopping around downtown and attending sporting events as a family. The city of Wilson even expanded their free wifi spots in 2020 to accommodate the growing need for remote learning spots. Having free wifi and fast internet speeds improves the quality of life of all residents and seeks to build a more inclusive environment where everyone can get the bandwidth they need.
One of the most popular attractions that put Wilson on the map is its giant kinetic sculptures called whirligigs. It all began when a man named Vollis Simpson started building whirligigs at his family farm and people began to travel from all over the country just to see them (WilsonWhirligigPark.Org). As Simpson aged and couldn’t care for his sculptures as they endured weather from all seasons, it became clear that the people of Wilson needed to step in. Simpsons creations brought a historic charm to the city and a great economic success – tourism. The town took on the huge project of relocating and restoring the whirligigs to their current location, a popular tourist spot in Historic Downtown Wilson called Vollis Simpson Whirligig Park and Museum. The park is a great place for families to hang out or learn a little about North Carolina history, and it brings more than 35,000 tourists per year (Discover Wilson).
Even after visiting the whirligigs, there’s still so much fun to be had in Wilson. Your children will love Imagination Station Science & History Museum, where they can play with interactive exhibits and continue their learning after school or in the summer. Our sports fans can visit the North Carolina Baseball Museum and check out the memorabilia from local baseball stars and North Carolina native baseball players.
The Wilson Botanical Garden is a local favorite in this charming town. Open 365 days a year from dawn to dusk, the botanical garden provides fun for all ages, but The Children's Secret Garden is a must-see. Your children will love exploring the magical play areas in this award-winning garden!
We’ve mentioned the Gillette Athletic Complex, famous for its free and fast wifi, but also home to many sports teams and family fun. The complex features 8 soccer fields, 4 baseball and softball fields, a multi-purpose and t-ball field, walkways, a 5k trail, a disc golf practice course, several shelters, a children’s playground, grills, and more. Gillette is a fantastic perk to living in Wilson, and it is well-loved by all the locals and their families – it also sits only about 5 miles away from 1158 Place.
Wilson's sense of community and vibrant culture are evident in its numerous festivals and events. The annual North Carolina Whirligig Festival celebrates the town’s unique artistic heritage with live music, food vendors, and craft stalls, making it a family favorite. Additionally, Wilson’s downtown area is rich with cultural experiences, from art galleries showcasing local artists to theaters hosting performances and films. The town’s strong community spirit is fostered through neighborhood gatherings, farmers' markets, and community gardens, ensuring there’s always a way to connect with your neighbors. For those looking to engage in more structured community involvement, Wilson offers numerous volunteer opportunities with great organizations, such as the Wilson Area Habitat for Humanity or the United Way of Wilson County.
With single-family and townhome options available, our 1158 Place community in Wilson provides beautiful, well-designed homes perfect for families, young professionals, and retirees alike. The community’s proximity to outdoor activities, excellent schools, and vibrant cultural attractions ensures that there’s always something to do and enjoy. Add to this the unparalleled connectivity with Wilson’s world-class broadband system and the welcoming, friendly atmosphere, and you’ll find that 1158 Place in Wilson is not just a place to live, but a place to truly thrive. Make Wilson your next hometown and experience the best of what North Carolina has to offer. Explore our single-family homes and townhomes at 1158 Place here, and schedule your visit today!
Most new home floor plan designs include an eat-in kitchen. Browse the plan library of any new home builder and you are likely to find that the vast majority of the kitchens include countertop seating. Eastwood Homes is no different. Our homeowners love the functionality of built-in kitchen seating. With both peninsula-style seating and separate kitchen island seating, the surface may be counter-height or bar height depending on the style and layout of the home. Both options have their own advantages!
We opened our Columbia, SC division back in 2017. Since then it has seen tremendous growth with lots of new land deals and plenty of communities to choose from. One of those being Woodleigh Park at Lake Carolina, located in Richland County which features beautiful lakefront homesites with private dock permits.
When you step into one of our gorgeous model homes, you may want to take note of the furniture, the color of the walls, the decor, etc. for inspiration when it’s time to decorate your own Eastwood home. But have you ever wondered how our model homes became so cozy and inviting? At Eastwood Homes, we collaborate with local interior designers and home merchandisers to achieve this lived-in feel. For many, a model home could be our potential buyer’s first impression of Eastwood Homes, and we want to ensure that impression is positive. Our designers take our model homes to the next level – making sure the homes are stylish enough for you to feel inspired, but approachable enough to where you can picture your family on move-in day. We recently spoke with one of the interior designers we are lucky to work with. Noelle Graves is the President and Senior Designer at Builders Concierge and the mastermind behind our brand-new Watermark models. Below, you’ll find a Q&A from our conversation about her process in designing a model for Eastwood Homes.
