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

490 E 3rd St
Peru, IN 46970

  • 3 Beds
  • 1.5 Baths
  • 1,326 sqft

$143,700

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 11, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $886/mo*
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$143,700

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 11, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $886/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,326 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
1890
Living Area
1,326 sqft
Price/Sqft
$108
Parking
Garage

About this House

Large living room, eat in kitchen, walk through bedroom 2 upstairs to get to bedroom 3, partial unfinished basement, detached 1 car garage. Please be careful on bottom basement steps, concrete is deteriorating. Home selling as is.
490 E 3rd St, Peru, IN 46970 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,326 sqft single-family home built in 1890. It last sold for $50,000 on Sep 4, 2024 (17% below the $59,900 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $143,700, with a rent estimate of $1,148/month.

Home Details for 490 E 3rd St

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Partial,UnfinishedNumber of Rooms: 5Types of Rooms: Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Main Level Bedrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1326 Square Feet
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
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Hardwood, Other
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Levels: TwoFloors: Hardwood, Other

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltPatio / Porch: Porch CoveredFencing: Partial, Chain LinkFoundation: Stone
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1No CarportHas a GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 1Parking: Detached
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1326 Square Feet

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1890
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Colonial
Building
Construction Materials: Aluminum Siding, Wood SidingNot a New ConstructionDoes Not Include Home Warranty
Property Information
Parcel Number: 520826203009.000016

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $59,900
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Wed Jul 03 2024

Media

Location

Direction & Address
City: PeruCommunity: Other
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: 1774 Square Feet

Lot Information

Lot Area: 6098.4 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Real Estate Owned

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 202408660Attribution Contact: Cell: 765-661-8767Above Grade Unfinished Area: 1326
Last check for updates: about 2 hours ago
Listed by Linda K Robinson, (765) 661-8767
Central Indiana Homes, LLC
Bought with: Jake Williams, (765) 469-1977, Miles Realty Group
Source: IRMLS, MLS#202408660

Price History for 490 E 3rd St

DatePriceEventSource
09/04/2024$50,000Sold
IRMLS #202408660
10/18/2023$35,000Sold
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
9MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$695
Assessment$93,300
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 490 E 3rd St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
451 E 2nd St, Peru, IN
0.13
Single-Family Home
$39,500
07/29/26
2
1
892
558 E 5th St, Peru, IN
0.23
Single-Family Home
$69,000
01/08/26
3
1
816
558 E 2nd St, Peru, IN
0.21
Single-Family Home
$80,000
12/31/25
2
1
1,190
501 E 2nd St, Peru, IN
0.10
Single-Family Home
$195,000
04/08/26
3
2
1,804
506 E Main St, Peru, IN
0.09
Single-Family Home
$170,000
07/31/26
4
1
1,478
550 E Main St, Peru, IN
0.17
Single-Family Home
$125,000
05/29/26
2
1
1,244
374 E Main St, Peru, IN
0.24
Single-Family Home
$100,000
11/25/25
3
1
1,540

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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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Frequently asked questions about 490 E 3rd St

  • What is 490 E 3rd St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 490 E 3rd St in Peru, IN is $143,700.
  • What is the price history for 490 E 3rd St?
    490 E 3rd St in Peru, IN last sold for $50,000 in September 2024.
  • 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 $149K.
  • Does 490 E 3rd St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 490 E 3rd St in Peru, IN has air conditioning.
  • How big is the lot at 490 E 3rd St?
    The lot at 490 E 3rd St in Peru, IN is about 0.14 acres (6,098 sq ft).
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