226 W 3rd St, Peru, IN 46970
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SOLD
MAY 12, 2026

226 W 3rd St
Peru, IN 46970

  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 2,320 sqft

$131,300

Last Sold: May 12, 2026
1% over list $130K
$57/sqft

$131,300

Last Sold: May 12, 2026
1% over list $130K
$57/sqft
4 Beds
2 Baths
2,320 sqft

Local Information

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

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1900
Living Area
2,320 sqft
Price/Sqft
$57

About this House

4 bedroom, 2 full bath Craftsman style home with over 2,000 square feet of living space. You will find original hardwood floors throughout the house along with the classic Craftsman woodwork. The unique brick fireplace in the living room is flanked with beautiful built-in shelving, adding to the charm of the home. Upstairs, you find another full bath, 2 bedrooms and an extra living space, perfect for kids to hangout. New windows in 2021 and new furnace/AC in 2024.
226 W 3rd St, Peru, IN 46970 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 2,320 sqft single-family home built in 1900. It last sold for $131,300 on May 12, 2026 (1% above the $130,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $132,100, with a rent estimate of $1,489/month.

Home Details for 226 W 3rd St

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Crawl Space,Partial,Sump PumpNumber of Rooms: 11Types of Rooms: Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2, Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4Main Level Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2320 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer-Electric, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Water Softener OwnedDishwasherLaundry: Main LevelRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas,Forced AirHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Living RoomHas a Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Hardwood, Vinyl
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1.5Levels: One and One HalfFloors: Hardwood, Vinyl

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: ShinglePatio / Porch: Porch CoveredFencing: Privacy, Vinyl
Parking & Garage
No Garage
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: City
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 2320 Square Feet

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1900
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence
Building
Construction Materials: Aluminum SidingNot a New ConstructionDoes Not Include Home Warranty
Property Information
Parcel Number: 520828415027.000016

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $130,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Wed Apr 08 2026

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Location

Direction & Address
City: PeruCommunity: None
School Information
Elementary School: Elmwood/Blair PointeElementary School District: Peru Community SchoolsJr High / Middle School: PeruJr High / Middle School District: Peru Community SchoolsHigh School: PeruHigh School District: Peru Community Schools

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 2320 Square Feet

Lot Information

Lot Area: 4356 sqft

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 202607774Above Grade Unfinished Area: 2320
Last check for updates: about 6 hours ago
Listed by Teresa Bakehorn, (574) 551-2601
Our House Real Estate
Bought with: Tanya Morgan, The Wyman Group
Source: IRMLS, MLS#202607774

Price History for 226 W 3rd St

DatePriceEventSource
05/12/2026$131,300Sold
IRMLS #202607774
04/09/2026$130,000PendingIRMLS #202607774
04/06/2026$130,000Listed For SaleIRMLS #202607774
03/18/2026$130,000ListingRemovedIRMLS #202607774
03/10/2026$130,000Listed For SaleIRMLS #202607774
05/23/2007$65,000Sold
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$838
Assessment$96,600
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 226 W 3rd St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
226 W 5th St, Peru, IN
0.14
Single-Family Home
$146,200
12/04/25
4
1.5
1,904
357 W Main St, Peru, IN
0.24
Single-Family Home
$165,000
02/27/26
4
2
2,376
258 W 2nd St, Peru, IN
0.08
Single-Family Home
$79,900
06/12/26
4
2
1,480
233 W 6th St, Peru, IN
0.18
Single-Family Home
$197,000
10/14/25
4
2.5
2,214
351 W 3rd St, Peru, IN
0.22
Single-Family Home
$200,000
08/27/25
4
2.5
2,186
75 W 2nd St, Peru, IN
0.29
Single-Family Home
$147,000
01/09/26
3
1.5
1,584
119 W 6th St, Peru, IN
0.27
Single-Family Home
$133,500
09/26/25
3
2
1,280
69 W 5th St, Peru, IN
0.31
Single-Family Home
$212,000
05/08/26
3
2
2,450
236 W 6th St, Peru, IN
0.21
Single-Family Home
$221,900
04/22/26
4
2
2,276

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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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