518 E Capitol Avenue Springfield, IL 62701

Building Details

Year Built

1837

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Added: Sep 3, 2025 Updated: Jul 21 at 4:09AM Checked: Jul 21 at 4:09AM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This historic Italianate building, built in 1839, has been adapted for modern use and has a long-running bar and restaurant presence. The property is identified as the Virgil Hickox House and is associated with Norb Andy’s Tabarin. According to the public remarks, the building has served multiple roles over time, including a private home, Prohibition-era speakeasy use, and as a local bar/restaurant dating to 1937.

The upper/home portion is currently in need of a cleanout and TLC/repairs, while original elements remain intact, providing a foundation for continued preservation work. The property is offered for sale with the opportunity to restore and repurpose the building within its existing historic footprint.

The asset is available as a whole and is situated at 518 E Capitol Avenue in Springfield, Illinois.

Key Highlights

• Historic Italianate property with existing bar/restaurant legacy tied to Norb Andy's Tabarin
• Norb Andy's operated as a gathering place since 1937, with connections to legislators, journalists, and locals
• Upper/home portion currently needs cleanout and TLC/repairs

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FAQs

What type of property is this?

Bar & Pub - Historic Italianate property built in 1839 with existing bar/restaurant legacy, plus upper portion needing cleanout and repairs.

Where is this bar & pub located?

The property is located at 518 E Capitol Avenue Springfield, IL.

What is the asking price?

The asking price for this property is $295,000.

What are key features of this property?

This property features: Historic Italianate property with existing bar/restaurant legacy tied to Norb Andy's Tabarin; Norb Andy's operated as a gathering place since 1937, with connections to legislators, journalists, and locals; Upper/home portion currently needs cleanout and TLC/repairs