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

279 E 3rd St
Peru, IN 46970

  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,094 sqft

$80,100

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 6, 2026

$80,100

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 6, 2026
3 Beds
1 Bath
1,094 sqft

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 279 E 3rd St.
  • 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
1,094 sqft
Price/Sqft
$73
Parking
Garage

About this House

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.
279 E 3rd St, Peru, IN 46970 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,094 sqft single-family home built in 1900. It last sold for $46,289 on May 23, 2012. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $80,100, with a rent estimate of $1,077/month.

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
Agent Provided
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
Agent Provided
09/05/2012$16,500PriceChange
Agent Provided
08/07/2012$18,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
07/07/2012$19,570PriceChange
Agent Provided
07/05/2012$0Listed For SaleAgent Provided
05/23/2012$46,289Sold
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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$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
16 S Tippecanoe St, Peru, IN
0.18
Single-Family Home
$60,000
01/09/26
3
1
1,295
374 E Main St, Peru, IN
0.20
Single-Family Home
$100,000
11/25/25
3
1
1,540
62 S Wayne St, Peru, IN
0.01
Single-Family Home
$25,000
07/29/26
2
1
1,820
451 E 2nd St, Peru, IN
0.31
Single-Family Home
$39,500
07/29/26
2
1
892
379 E 6th St, Peru, IN
0.28
Single-Family Home
$145,000
07/15/26
3
1
1,232
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
60 N Godfroy St, Peru, IN
0.27
Single-Family Home
$57,500
04/03/26
2
1
720
433 E Main St, Peru, IN
0.29
Single-Family Home
$135,900
11/24/25
2
1
856
412 E 5th St, Peru, IN
0.29
Single-Family Home
$125,000
06/24/26
2
1
1,610

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Assigned Schools

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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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