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

279 E 3rd St
Peru, IN 46970

  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,094 sqft
3 Beds
1 Bath
1,094 sqft

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Description

This three bedroom one bath home needs some work but has the potential to be a great home with a cozy living room, kitchen, a full bathroom and three bedrooms.
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.

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
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A/C
Heating only
HOA
None
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Home Details for 279 E 3rd St

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementNumber of Rooms: 6
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Other, GasHeating Fuel: Other

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltFoundation Type: Crawl Raised
Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Garage Detached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1900
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Lot Information

Lot Area: 4356 sqft

Price History for 279 E 3rd St

DatePriceEventSource
02/16/2019$12,900ListingRemovedAgent Provided
12/18/2018$12,900PriceChange
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10/26/2018$14,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided
11/29/2014$40,000ListingRemovedAgent Provided
09/09/2014$40,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
09/21/2012$14,000ListingRemovedAgent Provided
09/19/2012$14,000PriceChange
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09/05/2012$16,500PriceChange
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08/07/2012$18,900PriceChange
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07/07/2012$19,570PriceChange
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07/05/2012$0Listed For SaleAgent Provided
05/23/2012$46,289Sold
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$72
Assessment$3,600
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 279 E 3rd St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
62 S Wayne St, Peru, IN
0.01
Single-Family Home
$43,532
10/31/25
2
1
1,036
278 E 3rd St, Peru, IN
0.03
Single-Family Home
$125,000
07/31/25
3
1
864
16 S Tippecanoe St, Peru, IN
0.18
Single-Family Home
$60,000
01/09/26
3
1
1,295
327 E 2nd St, Peru, IN
0.11
Single-Family Home
$25,000
07/25/25
3
1
720
374 E Main St, Peru, IN
0.20
Single-Family Home
$100,000
11/25/25
3
1
1,540
257 E 9th St, Peru, IN
0.35
Single-Family Home
$55,000
05/20/25
2
1
1,000
222 E 3rd St, Peru, IN
0.11
Single-Family Home
$25,000
09/10/25
4
2.5
2,500
135 E 3rd St, Peru, IN
0.26
Single-Family Home
$83,000
06/05/25
2
1
1,673
329 E 2nd St, Peru, IN
0.11
Single-Family Home
$84,000
04/06/26
2
1
1,164
276 E 3rd St, Peru, IN
0.03
Single-Family Home
$185,000
08/15/25
3
1.5
1,584

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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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279 E 3rd St, Peru, IN 46970 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,094 sqft single-family home built in 1900. This property is not currently available for sale. 279 E 3rd St was last sold on May 23, 2012 for $46,289.