494 E Main St, Peru, IN 46970
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494 E Main St
Peru, IN 46970

  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,496 sqft

$129,500

Est. Mortgage $790/mo*
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$129,500

Est. Mortgage $790/mo*
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3 Beds
1 Bath
1,496 sqft

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Climate Control
Heating & Cooling
Listed
Less than a day ago

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 494 E Main St.
  • Schools1 Preschool School2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

About this House

Welcome home to the east side of Peru, close to the conveniences! 3 bedrooms, 1 bath, and a fenced-in back yard with a covered patio. Large pantry next to kitchen, and main-level laundry room. New flooring and paint. New soffit. New roof on shed. 2-car garage has water source.

Home Details for 494 E Main St

Active Status

MLS Status: Active

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Partial,UnfinishedNumber of Rooms: 6Types of Rooms: Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2, Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Main Level Bedrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1496 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Refrigerator, Gas Range, Electric Water HeaterRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas,Forced AirHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Window Unit(s)Has HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Fireplace & Spa
No Fireplace
Gas & Electric
Electric: Peru UtilitiesGas: NIPSCO
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1.5Levels: One and One HalfFloors: Carpet, Vinyl

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Other Structures: Shed
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2No CarportHas a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Detached
Frontage
Road Surface Type: AsphaltNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1496 Square Feet

Days on Market

Days on Market: <1 day on Trulia

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1910
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence
Building
Construction Materials: Vinyl SidingNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 520827125002.000016

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $129,500

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Location

Direction & Address
City: PeruCommunity: Kenwood
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

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: 202629970

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 2056 Square Feet

Lot Information

Lot Area: 5227.2 sqft

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 202629970Attribution Contact: Main: 765-327-2478Above Grade Unfinished Area: 1496
Last check for updates: about 5 hours ago
Listing courtesy of Rebekah Slack, (765) 327-2478
Miles Realty Group
Source: IRMLS, MLS#202629970
Also Listed on IRMLS.

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

Price History for 494 E Main St

DatePriceEventSource
07/24/2026$129,500Listed For SaleIRMLS #202629970
04/23/2025$124,900ListingRemovedIRMLS #202509089
04/08/2025$124,900PriceChange
IRMLS #202509089
03/20/2025$129,900Listed For SaleIRMLS #202509089

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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$1,596
Assessment$108,100
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 494 E Main St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
532 E Main St, Peru, IN
0.11
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$145,000
03/31/26
4
1
1,734
374 E Main St, Peru, IN
0.24
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$100,000
11/25/25
3
1
1,540
451 E Washington Ave, Peru, IN
0.25
Single-Family Home
$148,000
09/05/25
3
1
1,221
412 E 5th St, Peru, IN
0.19
Single-Family Home
$125,000
06/24/26
2
1
1,610
379 E 6th St, Peru, IN
0.25
Single-Family Home
$145,000
07/15/26
3
1
1,232
550 E Main St, Peru, IN
0.16
Single-Family Home
$125,000
05/29/26
2
1
1,244
401 E Main St, Peru, IN
0.20
Single-Family Home
$170,000
01/15/26
2
1
1,594
558 E 5th St, Peru, IN
0.20
Single-Family Home
$69,000
01/08/26
3
1
816
501 E 2nd St, Peru, IN
0.16
Single-Family Home
$195,000
04/08/26
3
2
1,804

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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

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • 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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LGBTQ Local Legal Protections

Rebekah Slack, Miles Realty Group
Agent Phone: (765) 327-2478
IDX information is provided exclusively for personal, non-commercial use, and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
494 E Main St, Peru, IN 46970 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,496 sqft single-family home built in 1910. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by IRMLS on Jul 24, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 202629970.