489 E Main St, Peru, IN 46970
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OFF MARKET

489 E Main St
Peru, IN 46970

  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 2,184 sqft

$154,400

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 6, 2026

$154,400

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 6, 2026
3 Beds
2 Baths
2,184 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1904
Living Area
2,184 sqft
Price/Sqft
$71
Parking
Garage

About this House

Main Street is the place to be in this small town charmer. Gather in the cozy front room or around the dining room table and enjoy the comforts of this move in ready home. The fully applianced and renovated kitchen is ready for a cook and each room awaits your finishing touches. Two full bathrooms, three bedrooms, a main floor laundry, and a two car garage round out the deal. And don't forget, once better weather comes along, this home has some great entertaining features. Greet the neighbors on your spacious front deck or on the 12x24 rear deck with hot tub fire up the barbecue and relax on the new roofed over side deck with access to the dining room by the new sliding glass doors. Those summer nights will be here before you know it! Schedule a showing today.
489 E Main St, Peru, IN 46970 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 2,184 sqft single-family home built in 1904. It last sold for $60,200 on Apr 3, 2015. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $154,400, with a rent estimate of $1,417/month.

Home Details for 489 E Main St

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementAtticNumber of Rooms: 9Types of Rooms: Walk In Closet, Dining Room, Family Room, Laundry Room, OfficeCeiling Fan
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Other, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Other
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Floors: Hardwood, Linoleum Vinyl
Appliances & Utilities
Cable ReadyDishwasherDisposalDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Fireplace & Spa
Hot Tub or Spa

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: CompositionDeckExterior: VinylFoundation Type: Crawl RaisedLawnPorch
Parking & Garage
GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Garage Detached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1904Year Updated: 2018
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Colonial

Lot Information

Lot Area: 6098 sqft

Price History for 489 E Main St

DatePriceEventSource
04/03/2015$60,200Sold
N/A

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$887
Assessment$120,300
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 489 E Main St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
468 E 5th St, Peru, IN
0.12
Single-Family Home
$65,000
07/02/26
4
2
1,708
588 E 3rd St, Peru, IN
0.27
Single-Family Home
$53,001
02/27/26
3
2
2,228
501 E 2nd St, Peru, IN
0.13
Single-Family Home
$195,000
04/08/26
3
2
1,804
522 E Main St, Peru, IN
0.09
Single-Family Home
$197,000
01/06/26
4
2
2,322
558 E 5th St, Peru, IN
0.22
Single-Family Home
$69,000
01/08/26
3
1
816
506 E Main St, Peru, IN
0.06
Single-Family Home
$170,000
07/31/26
4
1
1,478
353 E 6th St, Peru, IN
0.31
Single-Family Home
$182,000
04/23/26
3
2
1,978
579 E 5th St, Peru, IN
0.24
Single-Family Home
$65,190
05/07/26
3
1
768
374 E Main St, Peru, IN
0.24
Single-Family Home
$100,000
11/25/25
3
1
1,540
532 E Main St, Peru, IN
0.12
Single-Family Home
$145,000
03/31/26
4
1
1,734

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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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