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Listed by Crystal Germeraad • RE/MAX Professionals
$ 359,900
Est. payment /mo
Price Dropped by $15K
518 E CAPITOL AVE Springfield, IL 62701
6,000 SqFt
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Key Details
Property Type Commercial
Sub Type Commercial
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 6,000 sqft
Price per Sqft $59
MLS Listing ID CA1040399
Year Built 1837
Annual Tax Amount $10,122
Tax Year 24
Lot Dimensions 39 X 67
Property Sub-Type Commercial
Source rmlsa
Property 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
State IL
County Sangamon
Area Springfield
Zoning S-3
Direction CAPITOL BETWEEN 5TH AND 6TH
Interior
Heating Natural Gas
Cooling Other
Flooring Concrete, Wood, Tile
Fireplace N
Exterior
View true
Roof Type Flat
Garage 1
Building
Faces CAPITOL BETWEEN 5TH AND 6TH
Sewer Public Sewer
Structure Type Brick,Wood Siding
Others
Tax ID 14-34.0-176-014
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Blake Lowderman
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