Historic Restaurant and Bar
For Sale
$295,000
518 E Capitol Avenue, Springfield, IL 62701
Historic Italianate property built in 1839 with existing bar/restaurant legacy, plus upper portion needing cleanout and repairs.
Property Size6,000 SF
Price / SF$49.17
Days on Market331
Property Features for 518 E Capitol Avenue
General Information
Standard status
Active
Size
6,000 SF
Property subtype
General Commercial
Building Details
Year Built
1837
Listing Agency:
RE/MAX Professionals
(217) 685-9575
Listed By:
Crystal Commean
Source:
Xome
Added: Sep 3, 2025
Changed: Jul 21
Last Checked: Jul 30 at 3:58AM
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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.
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
Property Analytics
Current Use
Location Intelligence
Trade Area within ½ mile
3,451
Businesses Nearby
Well-served
Demand for This Use
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Business Placement
Demographics for 62701, IL
1,354
Population
832
Households
1.6
Avg Household Size
36
Median Age
35%
College-Educated
86%
High-School Grad
0.4 sq mi
ZIP Area
3,385
Density / Sq Mi
$32,444
Median Household Income
$31,472
Median Earnings
$667
Median Rent
Market
Vacancy Rate% for Retail in Midwest region
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Frequently Asked Questions
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
