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501 E Capitol Avenue, Springfield, IL, 62701
Historic Mixed-Use Building

501 E Capitol Avenue Springfield, IL 62701

For Sale
$3,100,000

Historic building converted to 25 apartments with in-unit washer/dryers plus office and commercial spaces.

Property Size50,691 SF
Price / SF$61.15
Days on Market343

Property Features for 501 E Capitol Avenue

General Information

Standard status
Active
Size
50,691 SF
Property subtype
General Commercial

Building Details

Year Built
1854
Listing Agency: Garrison Group Keller Williams
Listed By: Melissa Gates · License #475.216468,ILLINOIS
Source: Xome
Added: Aug 18, 2025 Changed: Jul 22 Last Checked: Jul 25 at 2:23AM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

Originally constructed in 1854 as the First United Methodist Church, this iconic structure has been rehabilitated in 1978 and again in 2019. The property features 25 apartments, each equipped with an in-unit washer and dryer, updated appliances, a large full bathroom, and island. Floorplans vary by unit. In addition, there are three separate office spaces, with one currently covered by a long-term lease agreement, along with two additional commercial spaces. A full basement includes a full kitchen, bathrooms, and additional space.

Located at 501 E Capitol Avenue in Springfield, Illinois, the building is presented as a mixed-use asset in a central downtown setting.

This offering combines residential income units with multiple commercial/office configurations within a historic, rehabilitated shell and provides extra functional space through the full basement.

Key Highlights

  • Historic building originally constructed in 1854 as the First United Methodist Church
  • 25 apartments with in‑unit washer and dryers and updated appliances
  • Each apartment offers a different floorplan; mix of layouts throughout the building

Property Analytics

Location Intelligence

Current Use by Public Records

The Greater Springfield Chamber ... Business Service Center Centre@501 Apartment Building

Suggested Use

HVAC Service Storage Facility Home Appliance Store Kitchen & Bath Showroom (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Auto Parts Store Hair Salon (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store

Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

FAQs

What type of property is this?
Apartment building - Historic building converted to 25 apartments with in-unit washer/dryers plus office and commercial spaces.
Where is this apartment building located?
The property is located at 501 E Capitol Avenue Springfield, IL.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $3,100,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Historic building originally constructed in 1854 as the First United Methodist Church; 25 apartments with in‑unit washer and dryers and updated appliances; Each apartment offers a different floorplan; mix of layouts throughout the building
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