Wooster landmark has a new owner
The historic Quinby Building, located at 115 S. Market St. in downtown Wooster, was sold on July 26. Originally built in 1887, it has been the recent home to the Everything Rubbermaid Store since 1993.
The historic Quinby Building, located at 115 S. Market St. in downtown Wooster, was sold on July 26. Originally built in 1887, it has been the recent home to the Everything Rubbermaid Store since 1993.
Connor Redman, a commercial real estate professional at Cushman & Wakefield | CRESCO Real Estate and a Wooster native, represented seller Renee Jackwood on behalf of her father Marty Zimmerman, the last remaining member of Quad Enterprises, which purchased the building in 1972.
“After decades of being the caretaker for this grand old building, I am so pleased that it is being passed along to another local entity that believes that this gem of a building should continue to be the cornerstone of Wooster’s historical downtown scenery,” Jackwood said. “My family has truly enjoyed being a part of this community’s economic heritage as well as a part of its future.”
The building was purchased by a local owner who wishes to remain anonymous at this time.
With a population of over 27,000, Wooster has seen exponential growth over the past few years. Home to Daisy Brand, Buehler’s Food Markets Inc., Wooster Brush Co., Tekfor Inc., LuK USA LLC., Certified Angus Beef Brand and GOJO Industries, residents are used to welcoming national brands into their hometown.
“It’s no secret that Wooster is quickly becoming a very sought-after city in Northeast Ohio, both to live or to operate a business. With companies such as Daisy Brand and GOJO Industries relocating their operations to Wooster, it’s proof that our economy is getting stronger,” Redman said. “However, preserving the authenticity of Wooster is an important part of finding the right ownership for these properties. We search for owners and users that are committed to Mainstreet Development Principles and building upon the fabric that makes Wooster our home and a destination. It’s working. Several national and international companies currently are looking to capitalize on the city’s positive momentum through expansion or by opening new locations here. The future is bright for Wooster, and I look forward to working with our city officials to continue the upward growth.”
An increase in headquarters isn’t the only change in Wooster. The historic downtown district also has welcomed restaurants and apartments/condos on every corner and is currently undergoing an update through its Streetscape project. Wooster is one of many cities across the country embracing a national grassroots movement called Main Street America, which not only protects the historic character of cities and towns across America, but also works collaboratively to promote growth, development and inclusiveness in these areas.