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

496 E 5th St
Peru, IN 46970

  • 4 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,472 sqft

$180,800

Trulia Estimate
as of May 14, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,060/mo*
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$180,800

Trulia Estimate
as of May 14, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,060/mo*
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4 Beds
1 Bath
1,472 sqft

Local Information

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Description

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.
This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources. This description is from May 08, 2024

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
180+ days ago

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 4 hours ago
Listed by Chris Dodd, (765) 461-4438
3 D Realty
Bought with: Bailey Record, Modern Real Estate
Source: IRMLS, MLS#202404445

Price History for 496 E 5th St

DatePriceEventSource
05/06/2024$161,000Sold
IRMLS #202404445
04/10/2024$159,900PendingIRMLS #202404445
03/14/2024$159,900PriceChange
IRMLS #202404445
03/03/2024$164,900PriceChange
IRMLS #202404445
02/22/2024$175,000PriceChange
IRMLS #202404445
02/13/2024$185,000Listed For SaleIRMLS #202404445
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$1,340
Assessment$179,000
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 496 E 5th St

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Sold Date
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532 E Main St, Peru, IN
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$145,000
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09/05/25
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1,221
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$197,000
01/06/26
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2
2,322
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$110,000
07/21/25
2
1
1,112
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$170,000
01/15/26
2
1
1,594
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$141,000
01/06/26
3
1
984
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11/25/25
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1
1,540
501 E 2nd St, Peru, IN
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$195,000
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2
1,804
480 E Main St, Peru, IN
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1
938
558 E 5th St, Peru, IN
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1
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What Locals Say about Peru

At least 65 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

  • 61 % 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

  • 38 % 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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496 E 5th St, Peru, IN 46970 is a 4 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,472 sqft single-family home built in 1900. This property is not currently available for sale. 496 E 5th St was last sold on May 6, 2024 for $161,000 (1% higher than the asking price of $159,900). The current Trulia Estimate for 496 E 5th St is $180,800.