x
Showing 1 of 0
X
Save

518 E CAPITOL Avenue
Springfield IL 62701 US

$359,900

Active Listing ID CA1040399
home icon
Other

$359,900

Active Listing ID CA1040399
Save

518 E CAPITOL Avenue Step into the heart of Springfield's history with this extraordinary opportunity to own one of downtown's most iconic properties - The Virgil Hickox House, home to the legendary Norb Andy's Tabarin. Built in 1839, this beautifully preserved Italianate residence has served as a private home, the original Sangamo Club, Prohibition-era speakeasy, and beloved local bar/restaurant. Originally the home of Virgil Hickox, a prominent businessman and political figure closely associated with Abraham Lincoln's Springfield, the building stands as a rare example of 19th-century architecture adapted for modern use. Its legacy continued through the 20th century as Norb Andy's, a gathering place for legislators, journalists, and locals since 1937. Whether you're seeking a one-of-a-kind investment property, an architectural showpiece, or a turnkey historic venue, this property offers unmatched prestige and presence in the heart of Illinois' Capital city. The upper/home portion of the property is currently in need of a cleanout, tlc/repairs. Original elements remain intact, offering an excellent foundation for a preservation-minded investor, developer, or visionary entrepreneur. With thoughtful renovation, the Hickox House could once again become a showpiece, whether as a restaurant, boutique office, event venue, or mixed-use destination.

Collapse all

Property Features

  • Facts
  • Property Type: Commercial Sale
  • Property Sub-type: Other
  • Features
  • Floor Covering: Concrete, Tile, Wood
  • Roof Type: Flat
  • Heating Fuels: Natural Gas

Property

  • propertytype: Commercial Sale
  • propertysubtype: Other
  • listprice: 359900
  • unparsedaddress: 518 E CAPITOL Avenue
  • postalcity: Springfield
  • stateorprovince: IL
  • country: US
  • postalcode: 62701
  • bathroomsfull: 0
  • bathroomshalf: 0
  • bathroomsonequarter: 0
  • bathroomsthreequarter: 0
  • lotsizeunits: Acres
  • livingarea: 0
  • livingareaunits: Square Feet
  • latitude: 39.798113
  • longitude: -89.648618
  • listagentfullname: Crystal Germeraad
  • listagentemail: crystalcommean@gmail.com
  • listagentkey: 3yd-PAARIL-CA9575
  • listagentmlsid: CA9575
  • listagentpreferredphone: 2176859575
  • listofficekey: 3yd-PAARIL-CA0750
  • listofficemlsid: CA0750
  • disclaimer: Copyright © 2025 RMLS Alliance. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
  • sourcesystemid: PAARIL
  • yearbuilt: 1837
  • listingcontractdate: 2025-11-06
  • listagenturl: http://www.viewspringfieldhomes.com
  • countyorparish: Sangamon
  • parcelnumber: 14-34.0-176-014
  • constructionmaterials: Brick, Wood Siding
  • flooring: Concrete, Tile, Wood
  • heating: Natural Gas
  • fireplaceyn: False
  • transactiontype: ForSale
  • storiestotal: 3
  • parkingtotal: 0
  • roof: Flat
  • waterfrontyn: False
  • franchiseaffiliation: RE/MAX International
  • dock: False
  • poolprivateyn: False
  • spayn: False
  • internetaddressdisplayyn: True
  • internetautomatedvaluationdisplayyn: True
  • internetconsumercommentyn: True
  • location: -89.64862, 39.798115
  • customfields: {"AdditionalInformation":{}, "AlternatePrices":[], "BrokerName":"RMP of Springfield, LLC dba Remax Professionals", "BuilderEmail":null, "BuilderFax":null, "BuilderPhone":null, "City":null, "Country":null, "CustomSourceId":null, "Expenses":[], "GeocodeOptions":null, "LeadRoutingEmail":"crystalcommean@gmail.com", "ListBrokerageCity":"Springfield", "ListBrokerageCountry":"US", "ListBrokerageEmail":"mikeo@remax.net", "ListBrokerageLogoUrl":"http://brokerlogos.listhub.net/129/396684/20190621155301175.png", "ListBrokerageName":"RMP of Springfield, LLC dba Remax Professionals", "ListBrokeragePhone":"(217) 787-7215", "ListBrokeragePostalCode":"62704", "ListBrokerageStateOrProvince":"IL", "ListBrokerageUnitNumber":null, "ListBrokerageUnparsedAddress":"2475 West Monroe Street", "ListBrokerageWebsiteUrl":"http://www.viewspringfieldhomes.com", "ListOfficeAddress1":"2667 Farragut Drive ", "ListOfficeAddress2":null, "ListOfficeBrokerMlsId":"CA0750", "ListOfficeCity":"Springfield", "ListOfficeCountry":"USA", "ListOfficeEmail":"remaxprofessionals@springnet1.com", "ListOfficePostalCode":"62704", "ListOfficeStateOrProvince":"IL", "ListPriceCurrencyType":"USD", "ListingTitle":"COMMERCIAL - Springfield, IL", "ListingURL":null, "MLSModificationTimestamp":"2025-12-11 20:01:34", "Neighborhoods":[], "PostalCode":null, "RoomCount":null, "StateOrProvince":null, "Taxes":[{"TaxAnnualAmount":10122, "TaxDescription":null, "TaxYear":"24"}], "UnitNumber":null, "UnparsedAddress":null}
Listing Changed: 12/16/2025 8:28:51 PM GMT
Source Updated Date: 12/18/2025 12:52:42 PM GMT

Courtesy of: Crystal Germeraad, RE/MAX Professionals, crystalcommean@gmail.com

Copyright © 2025 RMLS Alliance. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.