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

496 E 5th St
Peru, IN 46970

  • 4 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,472 sqft

$185,800

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 15, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,124/mo*
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$185,800

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 15, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,124/mo*
Refinance Your Home
4 Beds
1 Bath
1,472 sqft

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$186K
Since last month
Decreased$200 (-0.1%)
Since last year
Increased$17K (+9.9%)
Since last sale
Increased$24K (+14.9%)
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 +269% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$185K
July 2026$185K
June 2026$185K
May 2026$184K
April 2026$181K
March 2026$179K
February 2026$177K
January 2026$175K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
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
506 E Main St, Peru, IN
0.07
Single-Family Home
$170,000
07/31/26
4
1
1,478
532 E Main St, Peru, IN
0.12
Single-Family Home
$145,000
03/31/26
4
1
1,734
451 E Washington Ave, Peru, IN
0.19
Single-Family Home
$148,000
09/05/25
3
1
1,221
550 E Main St, Peru, IN
0.16
Single-Family Home
$125,000
05/29/26
2
1
1,244
522 E Main St, Peru, IN
0.10
Single-Family Home
$197,000
01/06/26
4
2
2,322
379 E 6th St, Peru, IN
0.24
Single-Family Home
$145,000
07/15/26
3
1
1,232
401 E Main St, Peru, IN
0.23
Single-Family Home
$170,000
01/15/26
2
1
1,594
412 E 5th St, Peru, IN
0.19
Single-Family Home
$125,000
06/24/26
2
1
1,610
501 Monroe Ave, Peru, IN
0.39
Single-Family Home
$141,000
01/06/26
3
1
984

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
486 E 5th St, Peru, IN 46970
0.02
$160,800
3
1
1,344
Off Market
15 N Smith St, Peru, IN 46970
0.05
$110,500
3
2
1,755
Off Market
515 E 5th St, Peru, IN 46970
0.07
$192,400
3
2
1,550
Off Market
506 E Main St, Peru, IN 46970
0.07
$170,000
4
1
1,478
Recently Sold
494 E Main St, Peru, IN 46970
0.06
$129,500
3
1
1,496
For Sale
522 E Main St, Peru, IN 46970
0.10
$197,000
4
2
2,322
Recently Sold
480 E Main St, Peru, IN 46970
0.08
$103,200
2
1
938
Off Market
535 E 5th St, Peru, IN 46970
0.13
$113,300
2
1
1,112
Off Market
509 E Main St, Peru, IN 46970
0.10
$57,000
2
1
1,112
For Sale
511 E Main St, Peru, IN 46970
0.11
$115,700
2
1
979
Off Market
513 E Main St, Peru, IN 46970
0.11
$20,900
3
1
1,144
Off Market

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
1900
Living Area
1,472 sqft
Price/Sqft
$126
Parking
Garage

About this House

This is a very nice 3-bedroom home that could be 4! the laundry was moved into the smallest 1st floor bedroom where the current owners use the space as an office. (easily reversable) This home also offers a 1-bedroom apartment over the heated 2 car garage. Garage has a newer roof, and the home has a brand-new metal roof, and a brand-new HVAC system! Also included are hard wired security cameras and lifetime warrantied leaf filter gutters. Home sits on 2 Privacy fenced city lots and offers a great outdoor space with French doors opening out to a beautiful new covered deck.
496 E 5th St, Peru, IN 46970 is a 4 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,472 sqft single-family home built in 1900. It last sold for $161,000 on May 6, 2024 (1% above the $159,900 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $185,800, with a rent estimate of $1,147/month.

Home Details for 496 E 5th St

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Crawl Space,Partial,Unfinished,Concrete,Sump PumpNumber of Rooms: 8Types of Rooms: Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2, Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4Main Level Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1472 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Microwave, Refrigerator, Gas RangeLaundry: Washer HookupMicrowaveRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas,Forced Air,ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment,High Efficiency FurnaceHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central Air,ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment,HVAC (13 Seer)Has HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Fireplace & Spa
No Fireplace
Gas & Electric
Electric: Peru UtilitiesGas: NIPSCO
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Double Pane Windows, ENERGY STAR Qualified WindowsDoor: ENERGY STAR Qualified Doors, Insulated DoorsFlooring: Hardwood, Carpet, Vinyl
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Levels: TwoFloors: Hardwood, Carpet, Vinyl

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: MetalFencing: Full, PrivacyFoundation: Stone
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2No CarportHas a GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 2Parking: Detached,Gravel
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: City
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1472 Square Feet

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1900
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Victorian
Building
Construction Materials: Vinyl SidingNot a New ConstructionDoes Not Include Home Warranty
Property Information
Parcel Number: 520827125013.000016

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $159,900
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Wed Apr 10 2024

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Location

Direction & Address
City: PeruCommunity: None
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: 2568 Square Feet

Community

Community Features: Security

Lot Information

Lot Area: 7840.8 sqft

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, USDA Loan, VA Loan

Energy

Energy Efficiency Features: Appliances, Doors, HVAC, Water Heater, Windows

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 202404445Attribution Contact: Cell: 765-461-4438Above Grade Unfinished Area: 1472

Additional Information

Security
Last check for updates: about 6 hours ago
Listed by Chris Dodd, (765) 461-4438
3 D Realty
Bought with: Bailey Record, Modern Real Estate
Source: IRMLS, MLS#202404445

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
May 6, 2024
Source: IRMLS #202404445
Sold
$161,000
Apr 10, 2024
Source: IRMLS #202404445
Pending
$159,900
Mar 14, 2024
Source: IRMLS #202404445
PriceChange
$159,900
Price decreased by 3%
Mar 3, 2024
Source: IRMLS #202404445
PriceChange
$164,900
Price decreased by 6%
Feb 22, 2024
Source: IRMLS #202404445
PriceChange
$175,000
Price decreased by 5%

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 496 E 5th St

  • What is 496 E 5th St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 496 E 5th St in Peru, IN is $185,800.
  • What is the price history for 496 E 5th St?
    496 E 5th St in Peru, IN last sold for $161,000 in May 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 $165K. That is up $15.67K from the prior month.
  • Does 496 E 5th St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 496 E 5th St in Peru, IN has air conditioning.
  • Does 496 E 5th St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 496 E 5th St in Peru, IN has laundry facilities.
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