172 E 3rd St, Peru, IN 46970
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OFF MARKET

172 E 3rd St
Peru, IN 46970

  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,290 sqft

$171,900

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 6, 2026

$171,900

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 6, 2026
4 Beds
2 Baths
1,290 sqft

Local Information

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

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1920
Living Area
1,290 sqft
Price/Sqft
$133
Parking
Garage

About this House

Uniquely styled five bedroom, 3 full bath home with attractive eye appeal. Large open front porch with turret extension. Exterior glorified false second floor balcony above the front porch gives the home a look that separates it from all of the rest. Brand new kitchen with all stainless steel appliances and granite counter tops. Breakfast bar/island enhances the working adaptability of a beautiful kitchen. Brand new 3-piece bath on the first floor. New floor covering in the whole home. Master bedroom on first floor with it's own full bathroom. Large dining room, formal living room and large family room with open stairway. Four bedrooms upstairs with full bath off hallway. Back stairway is just off the kitchen. New furnace and c/a. New wiring and pex plumbing. 1 car detached garage. Large deck on back side of home. Home needs some finishing touches and is sold as is. Let us show you this one and just add your own touches to this attractive home.
172 E 3rd St, Peru, IN 46970 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,290 sqft single-family home built in 1920. It last sold for $39,771 on Jun 25, 2014. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $171,900, with a rent estimate of $1,284/month.

Home Details for 172 E 3rd St

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: OtherAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Other
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1
Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 8

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt
Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Garage Detached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1920Year Updated: 2014
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Lot Information

Lot Area: 5280 sqft

Price History for 172 E 3rd St

DatePriceEventSource
06/25/2014$39,771Sold
N/A
12/23/2013$52,700Sold
N/A

Market trends in Peru

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$149K
Sale-to-List Price
—
Price per sq ft
$99
Available listings
87
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$1,063
Assessment$145,500
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 172 E 3rd St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
16 S Tippecanoe St, Peru, IN
0.02
Single-Family Home
$60,000
01/09/26
3
1
1,295
103 E Riverside Dr, Peru, IN
0.31
Single-Family Home
$50,000
05/08/26
4
2
2,142
63 W 6th St, Peru, IN
0.49
Single-Family Home
$55,000
08/29/25
3
1.5
1,362
276 E 3rd St, Peru, IN
0.18
Single-Family Home
$185,000
08/15/25
3
1.5
1,584
108 E 2nd St, Peru, IN
0.14
Single-Family Home
$209,200
06/30/26
4
2
1,832
468 E 5th St, Peru, IN
0.56
Single-Family Home
$65,000
07/02/26
4
2
1,708
178 E Main St, Peru, IN
0.07
Single-Family Home
$225,000
01/02/26
4
3
2,680
110 Ewing St, Peru, IN
0.26
Single-Family Home
$135,000
04/13/26
3
2
1,464
20 Ewing St, Peru, IN
0.39
Single-Family Home
$90,000
03/05/26
5
2
1,722
234 E 6th St, Peru, IN
0.23
Single-Family Home
$169,900
11/03/25
4
2.5
2,137

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What Locals Say about Peru

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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  • 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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