385 E 5th St, Peru, IN 46970
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OFF MARKET

385 E 5th St
Peru, IN 46970

  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,301 sqft

$86,900

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 13, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $566/mo*
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$86,900

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 13, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $566/mo*
Refinance Your Home
2 Beds
1 Bath
1,301 sqft

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$86.9K
Since last month
Decreased$800 (-0.9%)
Since last year
Increased$12K (+15.4%)
Since last sale
Increased$77K (+769%)
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 +98% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$87K
July 2026$91K
June 2026$88K
May 2026$84K
April 2026$84K
March 2026$86K
February 2026$86K
January 2026$87K
2025
2024
2022
2021
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
62 S Wayne St, Peru, IN
0.24
Single-Family Home
$25,000
07/29/26
2
1
1,820
60 N Godfroy St, Peru, IN
0.06
Single-Family Home
$57,500
04/03/26
2
1
720
412 E 5th St, Peru, IN
0.05
Single-Family Home
$125,000
06/24/26
2
1
1,610
401 E Main St, Peru, IN
0.07
Single-Family Home
$170,000
01/15/26
2
1
1,594
374 E Main St, Peru, IN
0.05
Single-Family Home
$100,000
11/25/25
3
1
1,540
379 E 6th St, Peru, IN
0.07
Single-Family Home
$145,000
07/15/26
3
1
1,232
433 E Main St, Peru, IN
0.11
Single-Family Home
$135,900
11/24/25
2
1
856
451 E 2nd St, Peru, IN
0.23
Single-Family Home
$39,500
07/29/26
2
1
892
16 S Tippecanoe St, Peru, IN
0.38
Single-Family Home
$60,000
01/09/26
3
1
1,295
270 Carbon Ave, Peru, IN
0.32
Single-Family Home
$5,000
10/09/25
3
1
680

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
386 E 5th St, Peru, IN 46970
0.03
$188,200
3
2
2,126
Off Market
60 N Godfroy St, Peru, IN 46970
0.06
$57,500
2
1
720
Recently Sold
412 E 5th St, Peru, IN 46970
0.05
$125,000
2
1
1,610
Recently Sold
14 N Godfroy St, Peru, IN 46970
0.01
$180,400
3
1
1,232
Off Market
379 E 6th St, Peru, IN 46970
0.07
$145,000
3
1
1,232
Recently Sold
415 E 6th St, Peru, IN 46970
0.08
$129,800
3
1
1,316
Off Market
374 E Main St, Peru, IN 46970
0.05
$100,000
3
1
1,540
Recently Sold
368 E Main St, Peru, IN 46970
0.05
$175,700
4
2
2,284
Off Market
429 E 5th St, Peru, IN 46970
0.08
$89,000
3
1
1,274
Off Market
353 E 6th St, Peru, IN 46970
0.10
$182,000
3
2
1,978
Recently Sold
401 E Main St, Peru, IN 46970
0.07
$170,000
2
1
1,594
Recently Sold
405 E Main St, Peru, IN 46970
0.07
$180,000
4
1.5
1,882
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Local Information

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Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1900
Living Area
1,301 sqft
Price/Sqft
$67
Parking
Garage

About this House

TWO BEDROOM, ONE BATH, TWO STORY HOME LOCATED ON A CORNER LOT WITH A DETACHED GARAGE. THIS HOME HAS NICE SIZE ROOMS, TWO SPACIOUS BEDROOMS UPSTAIRS, DINING ROOM, LAUNDRY ROOM ON MAIN FLOOR, AND A PARTIAL UNFINISHED BASEMENT.
385 E 5th St, Peru, IN 46970 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,301 sqft single-family home built in 1900. It last sold for $10,000 on Jan 10, 2020. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $86,900, with a rent estimate of $896/month.

Home Details for 385 E 5th St

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementNumber of Rooms: 4Types of Rooms: Dining Room
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1.5Floors: Carpet

Exterior Features

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

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1900Year Updated: 1978
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Lot Information

Lot Area: 3049 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jan 10, 2020
Source: N/A
Sold
$10,000
Nov 20, 2019
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$12,900
Price decreased by 11%
Oct 25, 2019
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$14,500
Price decreased by 3%
Sep 19, 2019
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$14,900
Price decreased by 15%
Aug 21, 2019
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$17,500
Price decreased by 13%

Market trends in Peru

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$165K
$15.67KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
—
Price per sq ft
$106
$7MoM
Available listings
85
2MoM
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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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Frequently asked questions about 385 E 5th St

  • What is 385 E 5th St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 385 E 5th St in Peru, IN is $86,900.
  • What is the price history for 385 E 5th St?
    385 E 5th St in Peru, IN last sold for $10,000 in January 2020.
  • Is Peru a buyer's or seller's market?
    Peru is currently a balanced market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Peru?
    The median sale price in Peru is $165K. That is up $15.67K from the prior month.
  • Does 385 E 5th St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 385 E 5th St in Peru, IN has air conditioning.
  • How big is the lot at 385 E 5th St?
    The lot at 385 E 5th St in Peru, IN is about 0.07 acres (3,049 sq ft).