# 518 E CAPITOL Avenue, Springfield, IL 62701

> **TL;DR:** commercial, $295,000, built 1837. Est. $1,278/mo. Listed 207 days.

## Property at a Glance

| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| Price | $295,000 |
| Year Built | 1837 |
| Stories | 3 |
| Property Type | Commercial (Other) |
| Status | For Sale |
| Days on Market | 207 |

## Estimated Monthly Costs

| Category | Amount |
|----------|--------|
| Mortgage (20% down, 6.5%) | $1,278 |
| **Total** | **$1,278** |

## Property Highlights

- Built in 1837
- 3 stories

## Description

### Agent Description
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.

## Location

- **Address:** 518 E CAPITOL Avenue, Springfield, IL 62701
- **County:** Sangamon
- **Coordinates:** 39.798113, -89.648618
- **Google Maps:** https://www.google.com/maps?q=39.798113,-89.648618

## Listing Agent

- **Name:** Crystal Germeraad
- **Brokerage:** RE/MAX Professionals
- **Phone:** 2176859575
- **Email:** crystalcommean@gmail.com

## Primary Photo

![518 E CAPITOL Avenue - Primary Photo](http://lh.rdcpix.com/d6ddc34409a67524fcea8edcd53bf623l-f1182367941r.jpg)

*29 total photos available on [listing page](https://www.propertysimple.com/listing/518-e-capitol-avenue-springfield-il-62701-a1040399)*

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**MLS#:** CA1040399 | **Updated:** 2026-06-17
**Source:** listhub

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