278 E 3rd St, Peru, IN 46970
SOLD
JUL 31, 2025

278 E 3rd St
Peru, IN 46970

  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 864 sqft

$125,000

Last Sold: Jul 31, 2025
$145/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $760/mo*
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$125,000

Last Sold: Jul 31, 2025
$145/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $760/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
1 Bath
864 sqft

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Description

Move-in Ready with Room to Grow! This 3-bedroom, 1-bath home offers a fresh start with beautiful hardwood floors in the bedrooms, brand new carpet in the living room, and fresh interior paint. Enjoy energy efficiency with newer double-pane windows and peace of mind with a new roof. The unfinished attic provides the perfect opportunity to expand your living space. Add the 2 car detached garage and this is one you don’t want to miss!
This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources. This description is from August 04, 2025

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
Porch
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 278 E 3rd St

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Full,BlockNumber of Rooms: 5Types of Rooms: Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Main Level Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 864 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Cable ConnectedAppliances: Range/Oven Hook Up Gas, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer-Electric, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Water Softener OwnedLaundry: Electric Dryer HookupRefrigeratorWasher
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
Gas & Electric
Electric: Peru UtilitiesGas: NIPSCO
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Double Pane WindowsFlooring: Hardwood, Carpet, Laminate, Vinyl
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Levels: OneFloors: Hardwood, Carpet, Laminate, Vinyl
Security
Security: Smoke Detector(s)

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt ShinglePatio / Porch: Porch CoveredFencing: None
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2No CarportHas a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Detached
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: City
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 864 Square Feet

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1920
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Traditional
Building
Construction Materials: Wood SidingNot a New ConstructionDoes Not Include Home Warranty
Property Information
Parcel Number: 520827401301.000016

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $125,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Wed Jul 30 2025

Media

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: 1728 Square Feet

Community

Community Features: Sidewalks

Lot Information

Lot Area: 4356 sqft

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 202525283Attic: Walk-upAttribution Contact: Cell: 765-473-1153Above Grade Unfinished Area: 864

Additional Information

Sidewalks
Last check for updates: about 9 hours ago
Listed by Stacia Bonifant, (765) 473-1153
Creative Realty - Peru
Bought with: Laura Myers, (270) 230-2298, Allen Realty Group
Source: IRMLS, MLS#202525283

Price History for 278 E 3rd St

DatePriceEventSource
07/31/2025$125,000Sold
IRMLS #202525283
07/01/2025$125,000Listed For SaleIRMLS #202525283
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2024
Tax$10
Assessment$81,400
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 278 E 3rd St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
433 E Main St, Peru, IN
0.28
Single-Family Home
$135,900
11/24/25
2
1
856
374 E Main St, Peru, IN
0.18
Single-Family Home
$100,000
11/25/25
3
1
1,540
276 E 3rd St, Peru, IN
0.01
Single-Family Home
$185,000
08/15/25
3
1.5
1,584
307 Columbia Ave, Peru, IN
0.41
Single-Family Home
$142,500
08/20/25
3
1
984
480 E Main St, Peru, IN
0.38
Single-Family Home
$100,000
07/01/25
2
1
938
120 E Main St, Peru, IN
0.30
Single-Family Home
$162,000
06/02/25
2
1
1,232
401 E Main St, Peru, IN
0.22
Single-Family Home
$170,000
01/15/26
2
1
1,594
16 S Tippecanoe St, Peru, IN
0.17
Single-Family Home
$60,000
01/09/26
3
1
1,295

Assigned Schools

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What Locals Say about Peru

At least 65 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

  • 61 % 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

  • 38 % 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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278 E 3rd St, Peru, IN 46970 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 864 sqft single-family home built in 1920. This property is not currently available for sale. 278 E 3rd St was last sold on Jul 31, 2025 for $125,000 (0% higher than the asking price of $125,000). The current Trulia Estimate for 278 E 3rd St is $127,900.