Nissen Building, historic building in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, USA
The Nissen Building is an 18-story apartment building in downtown Winston-Salem, constructed in 1927 and originally built for commercial and business purposes. The structure has been converted into 145 residences featuring modern amenities such as Italian granite countertops, hardwood floors, and oversized windows with city views.
Built in 1927 as a prominent commercial structure, the building originally served the thriving downtown business district. Its conversion into residential use over time reflects the neighborhood's evolution, and its listing on the National Register of Historic Places recognizes its role in Winston-Salem's urban development.
The Nissen Building carries a name reflecting the German heritage that shaped Winston-Salem's early business community. Today it functions as a residential hub where people experience urban living within a structure that preserves its architectural past.
The building provides residents with a central location featuring a fitness center, rooftop pool with terrace, and online management services for rent payments and maintenance requests. Its proximity to the arts district, restaurants, cafes, and parks makes activities easily walkable without requiring a car.
The building features premium finishes such as crown molding and single-family-sized closets in each unit, details rarely found in traditional high-rises. These design elements create a more residential character that distinguishes it from typical modern apartment complexes.
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