157 E 5th St, Peru, IN 46970
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OFF MARKET

$126,700

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,896 sqft

157 E 5th St, Peru, IN 46970

Est. Refi. Payment $832/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Aug 21, 2020 for $21,008

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$127K
Since last month
Increased$4K (+3%)
Since last year
Increased$23K (+22.7%)
Since last sale
Increased$105K (+501.7%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +177% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
October 2026$126K
September 2026$127K
August 2026$123K
July 2026$131K
June 2026$126K
May 2026$122K
April 2026$117K
March 2026$120K
February 2026$122K
January 2026$117K
2025
2024
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
201 E 2nd St, Peru, IN
0.21
Single-Family Home
$30,000
08/10/26
4
1
1,824
44 E 9th St, Peru, IN
0.34
Single-Family Home
$24,000
11/24/25
3
1
1,312
62 S Wayne St, Peru, IN
0.28
Single-Family Home
$25,000
07/29/26
2
1
1,820
16 S Tippecanoe St, Peru, IN
0.11
Single-Family Home
$60,000
01/09/26
3
1
1,295
19 E Warren St, Peru, IN
0.57
Single-Family Home
$20,000
11/24/25
3
1
1,282
110 Ewing St, Peru, IN
0.15
Single-Family Home
$135,000
04/13/26
3
2
1,464
309 Loveland Ave, Peru, IN
0.36
Single-Family Home
$19,677
11/24/25
3
2
1,624
126 E 8th St, Peru, IN
0.18
Single-Family Home
$139,900
10/24/25
3
1
1,296
374 E Main St, Peru, IN
0.40
Single-Family Home
$100,000
11/25/25
3
1
1,540
267 W Main St, Peru, IN
0.80
Single-Family Home
$19,463
11/24/25
3
1
1,992

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
161 E 5th St, Peru, IN 46970
0.01
$182,100
3
2
2,124
Off Market
153 E 5th St, Peru, IN 46970
0.01
$163,700
3
1.5
1,650
Off Market
15 N Clay St, Peru, IN 46970
0.01
$135,200
2
1
888
Off Market
163 E 5th St, Peru, IN 46970
0.01
$179,500
4
2
2,038
Off Market
165 E 5th St, Peru, IN 46970
0.03
-
5
2
3,524
Off Market
160 E Main St, Peru, IN 46970
0.03
$189,900
4
2
1,968
Off Market
154 E Main St, Peru, IN 46970
0.03
$264,300
5
2
3,452
Off Market
164 E Main St, Peru, IN 46970
0.03
$178,100
4
3.5
2,166
Off Market
166 E Main St, Peru, IN 46970
0.03
$160,000
3
1
1,704
Off Market
135 E 5th St, Peru, IN 46970
0.03
$128,700
4
2
1,230
Off Market
173 E 5th St, Peru, IN 46970
0.03
$188,400
3
2
1,616
Off Market
14 N Clay St, Peru, IN 46970
0.04
$134,400
3
1.5
1,700
Off Market
170 E Main St, Peru, IN 46970
0.04
$192,400
5
2
3,416
Off Market
158 E 5th St, Peru, IN 46970
0.04
$196,800
3
2
2,065
Off Market
162 E 5th St, Peru, IN 46970
0.04
$168,900
4
1
2,684
Off Market
154 E 5th St, Peru, IN 46970
0.04
$198,900
3
3
2,626
Off Market
177 E 5th St, Peru, IN 46970
0.04
$144,700
3
1.5
1,684
Off Market
136 E Main St, Peru, IN 46970
0.04
$192,900
5
2.5
4,062
Off Market
131 E 5th St, Peru, IN 46970
0.04
$126,500
4
3
1,528
Off Market
174 E Main St, Peru, IN 46970
0.04
$247,100
4
4
2,904
Off Market

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1890
1,896 sqft
$67/sqft

About this House

THIS HOME IS IN NEED OF A NEW OWNER WITH REMODELING SKILLS. THIS 3 BEDROOM HOME HAS TONS OF POSSIBILITIES.
157 E 5th St, Peru, IN 46970 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,896 sqft single-family home built in 1890. It last sold for $21,008 on Aug 21, 2020. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $126,700, with a rent estimate of $1,197/month.

Home Details for 157 E 5th St

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementAtticNumber of Rooms: 7Types of Rooms: Dining Room
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, GasHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Appliances & Utilities
Cable Ready
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Hardwood

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltExterior: VinylFoundation Type: Crawl RaisedPatioPorch

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1890
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Lot Information

Lot Area: 4356 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Sep 14, 2020
Source: Agent Provided
ListingRemoved
$19,900
Sep 2, 2020
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$19,900
Aug 21, 2020
Source: N/A
Sold
$21,008
Apr 10, 2018
Source: MIBOR as distributed by MLS GRID #21548770
Sold
$15,100
Mar 13, 2018
Source: Agent Provided
Pending
$15,000

Market trends in Peru

Last updated September 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
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Sale-to-List Price
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Price per sq ft
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Available listings
112
4MoM
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What Locals Say about Peru

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  • 75% say there are sidewalks
  • 67% say there's holiday spirit
  • 56% say neighbors are friendly
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At least 66 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 94 % Say parking is easy

  • 88 % Say car is needed

  • 83 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 79 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 75 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 68 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 67 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 62 % Say kids play outside

  • 56 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 48 % Say it's quiet

  • 45 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 45 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 39 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 37 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 33 % Say there are community events

  • 30 % Say there's wildlife

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  • Tyna Clifton
    "It’s family oriented, small town vibe, good restaurants "
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  • Tammy Pearce
    "The neighborhood is dog friendly and people are always walking their dogs. They are welcome at any outdoor venue. "
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  • Tammy Pearce
    "It’s a pet friendly community but doesn’t have a dog park. I think this would make it more pet friendly community. "
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  • Regina L.
    "It’s a nice sized town, the people are friendly and it’s conveniently located just a little over an hour away from Ft. Wayne and Indianapolis."
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  • Keith A.
    "Conveniently close to groceries restaurants gas stations and many other businesses. The nickel plate trail is just one block away."
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  • Tena W.
    "There is no public transportation here. If you do not have a car...you are forced to walk. But it is a little dinky town so it is fine to walk. "
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  • Kecaldwell3
    "Stray cats that are in town are a problem for dog owners. There is also no dog park located in Peru. "
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  • Emily F.
    "we have many places for dog owners to walk their dogs like Riverwalk, maconaquah park, nickle plate trail"
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  • Amberrhymer2925
    "The streets here are very friendly and good for walking dogs at any time of the day, or night. However, there are a LOT of stray cats, so if your dog is a cat chaser you may need to keep him/her on a tight leash. And keep them up to date with vaccinations. "
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  • Christie B.
    "Dog owners may like that there is a walking trail that is dog friendly within walking distance of neighborhood homes. "
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  • Brian G.
    "I visit Peru regularly and I know this area. nice quiet,safe area,clean and close to many things. I would live here if I was near the area. Maybe I will someday. I recommend Peru or its diversity and small town feel!"
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Frequently asked questions about 157 E 5th St

  • What is 157 E 5th St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 157 E 5th St in Peru, IN is $126,700.
  • What is the price history for 157 E 5th St?
    157 E 5th St in Peru, IN last sold for $21,008 in August 2020.
  • Is Peru a buyer's or seller's market?
    Peru is currently a buyer's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What do residents say about Peru?
    Residents describe Peru, IN as easy to park in, well-kept, and dog-friendly. Most residents say you need a car. See recently sold homes in Peru, IN.
  • How big is the lot at 157 E 5th St?
    The lot at 157 E 5th St in Peru, IN is about 0.10 acres (4,356 sq ft).

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