253 E 8th St, Peru, IN 46970
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OFF MARKET

$115,000

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,560 sqft

253 E 8th St, Peru, IN 46970

Est. Refi. Payment $762/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Mar 27, 2024 for $77,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$115K
Since last month
Decreased$2K (-1.5%)
Since last year
Increased$23K (+24.5%)
Since last sale
Increased$37K (+48.4%)
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 +274% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
October 2026$114K
September 2026$116K
August 2026$114K
July 2026$116K
June 2026$117K
May 2026$114K
April 2026$114K
March 2026$114K
February 2026$113K
January 2026$113K
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2024
2023
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
374 E Main St, Peru, IN
0.28
Single-Family Home
$100,000
11/25/25
3
1
1,540
16 S Tippecanoe St, Peru, IN
0.26
Single-Family Home
$60,000
01/09/26
3
1
1,295
379 E 6th St, Peru, IN
0.24
Single-Family Home
$145,000
07/15/26
3
1
1,232
126 E 8th St, Peru, IN
0.21
Single-Family Home
$139,900
10/24/25
3
1
1,296
412 E 5th St, Peru, IN
0.30
Single-Family Home
$125,000
06/24/26
2
1
1,610
401 E Main St, Peru, IN
0.33
Single-Family Home
$170,000
01/15/26
2
1
1,594
494 E Main St, Peru, IN
0.49
Single-Family Home
$132,000
08/31/26
3
1
1,496
261 Columbia Ave, Peru, IN
0.18
Single-Family Home
$171,000
09/14/26
3
1
1,322
201 E 2nd St, Peru, IN
0.35
Single-Family Home
$30,000
08/10/26
4
1
1,824

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
121 N Water St, Peru, IN 46970
0.01
$121,600
3
1
1,428
Off Market
263 E 8th St, Peru, IN 46970
0.01
$121,600
4
1
976
Off Market
267 E 8th St, Peru, IN 46970
0.02
$47,800
1
1
980
Off Market
235 E 8th St, Peru, IN 46970
0.03
$115,200
Studio
1
912
Off Market
252 E 8th St, Peru, IN 46970
0.03
-
-
-
-
Off Market
252 E 8th St, Peru, IN 46970
0.03
-
-
-
-
Off Market
264 E 8th St, Peru, IN 46970
0.03
$94,000
2
1
792
Off Market
269 E 8th St, Peru, IN 46970
0.03
$190,100
3
2
1,306
Off Market
254 E 6th St, Peru, IN 46970
0.03
$158,300
3
3
2,716
Off Market
260 E 6th St, Peru, IN 46970
0.03
$132,300
4
2
1,832
Off Market
233 E 8th St, Peru, IN 46970
0.04
$146,800
4
1
1,355
Off Market
108 N Water St, Peru, IN 46970
0.04
$123,800
3
3
1,417
Off Market
262 E 6th St, Peru, IN 46970
0.04
$69,000
2
1
-
Recently Sold
266 E 6th St, Peru, IN 46970
0.04
$146,700
3
1
1,952
Off Market
276 E 8th St, Peru, IN 46970
0.04
-
2
1
654
Off Market
225 E 8th St, Peru, IN 46970
0.05
$84,300
2
1
702
Off Market
270 E 6th St, Peru, IN 46970
0.05
$121,100
2
2
1,404
Off Market
234 E 6th St, Peru, IN 46970
0.05
$174,700
4
2.5
2,137
Off Market
236 E 8th St, Peru, IN 46970
0.05
$155,700
3
2
2,888
Off Market
236 E 8th St, Peru, IN 46970
0.05
$189,400
Studio
-
-
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
1,560 sqft
$74/sqft
Garage

About this House

What's unique:Vinyl windowsFull appliance packageNew roofBeautiful kitchen
Fantastic 3 Bedroom, 1 bath home with a 2 car garage has a lot to offer. New roof in 2022, vinyl windows, Beautiful kitchen with full appliance package, main floor bedroom, main floor laundry with washer and dryer and a deck to enjoy on those wonderful summer evenings. Cash and conventional buyers only.
253 E 8th St, Peru, IN 46970 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,560 sqft single-family home built in 1890. It last sold for the $77,000 asking price on Mar 27, 2024. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $115,000, with a rent estimate of $1,159/month.
Last check for updates: about 15 hours ago
Listed by Julie Allen, (765) 469-7712
Allen Realty Group
Bought with: Deonna Holland, (765) 327-1477, Holland Realty Group, LLC
Source: IRMLS, MLS#202406422

Home Details for 253 E 8th St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Crawl Space,Partial,UnfinishedNumber of Rooms: 7Types of Rooms: Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2, Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Main Level Bedrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1560 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Cable ConnectedAppliances: Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer-Electric, Electric Oven, Electric RangeLaundry: Main LevelRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas,Forced AirHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Fireplace & Spa
No Fireplace
Gas & Electric
Electric: Peru UtilitiesGas: NIPSCO
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Window TreatmentsFlooring: Carpet, Vinyl
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1.5Levels: One and One HalfFloors: Carpet, Vinyl

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltPatio / Porch: Porch CoveredFencing: Partial
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2No CarportHas a GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 2Parking: Detached,Garage Door Opener,Dirt,Gravel
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: City
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1560 Square Feet

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1890
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: 520827112015.000016

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $77,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Tue Mar 19 2024

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Media

Location

Direction & Address
City: PeruCommunity: Other
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: 1672 Square Feet

Lot Information

Lot Area: 4356 sqft

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 202406422Attribution Contact: Cell: 765-469-7712Above Grade Unfinished Area: 1560

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Mar 27, 2024
Source: IRMLS #202406422
Sold
$77,000
Feb 29, 2024
Source: IRMLS #202406422
Listed For Sale
$77,000
Jun 19, 2018
Source: Agent Provided
ListingRemoved
$44,900
May 10, 2018
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$44,900

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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Built from what locals say about this neighborhood.
  • 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 253 E 8th St

  • What is 253 E 8th St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 253 E 8th St in Peru, IN is $115,000.
  • What is the price history for 253 E 8th St?
    253 E 8th St in Peru, IN last sold for $77,000 in March 2024.
  • 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.
  • Does 253 E 8th St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 253 E 8th St in Peru, IN has air conditioning.
  • Does 253 E 8th St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 253 E 8th St in Peru, IN has laundry facilities.

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