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

$180,300

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,800 sqft

497 E 3rd St, Peru, IN 46970

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Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$180K
Since last month
Increased$100 (+0.1%)
Since last year
Increased$4K (+2.4%)
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 +302% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
October 2026$181K
September 2026$180K
August 2026$181K
July 2026$184K
June 2026$183K
May 2026$181K
April 2026$179K
March 2026$177K
February 2026$176K
January 2026$176K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
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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
501 E 2nd St, Peru, IN
0.06
Single-Family Home
$195,000
04/08/26
3
2
1,804
522 E Main St, Peru, IN
0.11
Single-Family Home
$197,000
01/06/26
4
2
2,322
468 E 5th St, Peru, IN
0.19
Single-Family Home
$65,000
07/02/26
4
2
1,708
588 E 3rd St, Peru, IN
0.24
Single-Family Home
$53,001
02/27/26
3
2
2,228
405 E Main St, Peru, IN
0.22
Single-Family Home
$170,000
08/25/26
4
1.5
1,882
494 E Main St, Peru, IN
0.10
Single-Family Home
$132,000
08/31/26
3
1
1,496
506 E Main St, Peru, IN
0.10
Single-Family Home
$170,000
07/31/26
4
1
1,478
565 E 2nd St, Peru, IN
0.19
Single-Family Home
$195,000
12/30/25
3
2
1,612
415 E 3rd St, Peru, IN
0.18
Single-Family Home
$160,000
08/20/26
4
2.5
1,606
353 E 6th St, Peru, IN
0.36
Single-Family Home
$182,000
04/23/26
3
2
1,978

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
493 E 3rd St, Peru, IN 46970
0.01
$114,200
2
1
1,164
Off Market
501 E 3rd St, Peru, IN 46970
0.02
$168,800
3
2
1,668
Off Market
491 E 3rd St, Peru, IN 46970
0.02
$105,900
4
2
1,418
Off Market
62 S Smith St, Peru, IN 46970
0.03
$81,000
4
2
1,440
Off Market
507 E 3rd St, Peru, IN 46970
0.03
$95,800
2
1
819
Off Market
485 E 3rd St, Peru, IN 46970
0.03
$106,600
3
1
872
Off Market
509 E 3rd St, Peru, IN 46970
0.03
$92,700
2
1
819
Off Market
494 E 3rd St, Peru, IN 46970
0.03
$218,100
5
2.5
1,972
Off Market
502 E 2nd St, Peru, IN 46970
0.04
$108,600
1
1
954
Off Market
492 E 3rd St, Peru, IN 46970
0.04
$87,800
2
1
804
Off Market
490 E 3rd St, Peru, IN 46970
0.04
$135,500
3
1.5
1,326
Off Market
483 E 3rd St, Peru, IN 46970
0.04
$87,800
Studio
1
864
Off Market
511 E 3rd St, Peru, IN 46970
0.04
$123,400
2
1
828
Off Market
500 E 2nd St, Peru, IN 46970
0.04
$81,000
2
2
1,103
Off Market
488 E 2nd St, Peru, IN 46970
0.04
$110,800
3
1
1,470
Off Market
502 E 3rd St, Peru, IN 46970
0.04
$125,400
3
1
1,856
Off Market
512 E 2nd St, Peru, IN 46970
0.04
$178,700
3
1
1,341
Off Market
486 E 2nd St, Peru, IN 46970
0.04
$103,100
2
1
896
Off Market
513 E 3rd St, Peru, IN 46970
0.04
$97,800
Studio
1
819
Off Market
488 E 3rd St, Peru, IN 46970
0.05
$82,200
3
1
918
Off Market

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1900
1,800 sqft
$100/sqft

About this House

What's unique:Large master suiteLaundry roomDry barPerfect mudroomSpacious kitchenNewly renovated home
Newly renovated home on a large corner lot with generous parking. A large covered front porch or back deck lead you into this home fully updated from top to bottom. Featuring new lighting, doors and hardware throughout. Life proof luxury vinyl plank flooring all through with carpeting in the bedrooms. Spacious kitchen with crisp white 42 inch cabinets and stainless appliances. Formal dining room with dry bar. Perfect mudroom with lots of storage. Large master suite on main level with full bathroom, walk-in closet and laundry room to include washer and dryer. Upstairs you will find two additional bedrooms, full bathroom and landing/sitting area. New windows, plumbing, heating and cooling, electrical with an upgraded 200 amp service and newer roof. Unfinished basement. This one won’t last long! Call for your showing today!

Lots of realtor interest this week. If you are a realtor contact me and let’s make a deal for your buyer!
497 E 3rd St, Peru, IN 46970 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,800 sqft single-family home built in 1900. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $180,300, with a rent estimate of $1,248/month.

Home Details for 497 E 3rd St

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementNumber of Rooms: 12Types of Rooms: Walk In Closet, Dining Room, Family Room, Laundry Room, Master Bath, Mud Room, PantryCeiling Fan
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Floors: Carpet, Laminate
Appliances & Utilities
Cable ReadyDishwasherDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Double Paned Windows

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltDeckExterior: Vinyl, BrickFoundation Type: Crawl RaisedLawnPorch
Parking & Garage
Parking Spaces: 8Parking: Off Street, On Street

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1900Year Updated: 2022
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Craftsman

Lot Information

Lot Area: 6336 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Oct 18, 2022
Source: N/A
ListingRemoved
Sep 10, 2022
Source: N/A
Pending
$152,900
Sep 7, 2022
Source: N/A
PriceChange
$152,900
Price decreased by 4%
Aug 25, 2022
Source: N/A
PendingToActive
$158,900
Aug 8, 2022
Source: N/A
Pending
$158,900

Market trends in Peru

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
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Sale-to-List Price
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Price per sq ft
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Available listings
108
23MoM

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What Locals Say about Peru

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  • 75% say there are sidewalks
  • 67% say there's holiday spirit
  • 56% say neighbors are friendly
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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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  • Tyna Clifton
    "It’s family oriented, small town vibe, good restaurants "
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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 497 E 3rd St

  • What is 497 E 3rd St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 497 E 3rd St in Peru, IN is $180,300.
  • Is Peru a buyer's or seller's market?
    Peru is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What do residents say about Peru?
    Residents describe Peru, IN as easy to park in, well-kept, and dog-friendly. Most residents say you need a car. See recently sold homes in Peru, IN.
  • What are the closest schools to 497 E 3rd St?
    The closest schools to 497 E 3rd St in Peru, IN are Blair Pointe Upper Elementary (rated 6/10), Elmwood Primary Learning Center (Pre-K), Peru Junior-Senior High School (Middle, rated 3/10).
  • Does 497 E 3rd St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 497 E 3rd St in Peru, IN has air conditioning.
  • Does 497 E 3rd St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 497 E 3rd St in Peru, IN has in-unit laundry.

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