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

561 E 5th St
Peru, IN 46970

  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,360 sqft

$138,800

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 17, 2026

$138,800

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 17, 2026
3 Beds
1 Bath
1,360 sqft

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$139K
Since last month
Decreased$4K (-3.1%)
Since last year
Decreased$800 (-0.6%)
Since last sale
Increased$66K (+99.1%)
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 +158% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$133K
July 2026$138K
June 2026$140K
May 2026$139K
April 2026$138K
March 2026$131K
February 2026$131K
January 2026$128K
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
558 E 5th St, Peru, IN
0.03
Single-Family Home
$69,000
01/08/26
3
1
816
579 E 5th St, Peru, IN
0.04
Single-Family Home
$65,190
05/07/26
3
1
768
550 E Main St, Peru, IN
0.05
Single-Family Home
$125,000
05/29/26
2
1
1,244
558 E 2nd St, Peru, IN
0.17
Single-Family Home
$80,000
12/31/25
2
1
1,190
506 E Main St, Peru, IN
0.15
Single-Family Home
$170,000
07/31/26
4
1
1,478
588 E 3rd St, Peru, IN
0.13
Single-Family Home
$53,001
02/27/26
3
2
2,228
451 E Washington Ave, Peru, IN
0.33
Single-Family Home
$148,000
09/05/25
3
1
1,221
532 E Main St, Peru, IN
0.09
Single-Family Home
$145,000
03/31/26
4
1
1,734
468 E 5th St, Peru, IN
0.27
Single-Family Home
$65,000
07/02/26
4
2
1,708
429 Adams Ave, Peru, IN
0.39
Single-Family Home
$61,000
03/12/26
2
1
806

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
550 E Main St, Peru, IN 46970
0.05
$125,000
2
1
1,244
Recently Sold
558 E 5th St, Peru, IN 46970
0.03
$69,000
3
1
816
Recently Sold
535 E 5th St, Peru, IN 46970
0.07
$113,300
2
1
1,112
Off Market
574 E 5th St, Peru, IN 46970
0.04
$113,400
2
1
1,140
Off Market
532 E Main St, Peru, IN 46970
0.09
$145,000
4
1
1,734
Recently Sold
15 S Garfield St, Peru, IN 46970
0.08
$70,000
3
2
2,160
For Sale
522 E Main St, Peru, IN 46970
0.12
$197,000
4
2
2,322
Recently Sold
515 E 5th St, Peru, IN 46970
0.12
$192,400
3
2
1,550
Off Market
601 E 5th St, Peru, IN 46970
0.09
$208,600
3
2.5
2,324
Off Market
513 E Main St, Peru, IN 46970
0.14
$20,900
3
1
1,144
Off Market
511 E Main St, Peru, IN 46970
0.15
$115,200
2
1
979
Off Market
509 E Main St, Peru, IN 46970
0.15
$57,000
2
1
1,112
For Sale

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
1,360 sqft
Price/Sqft
$102
Parking
Garage

About this House

Cute three bedroom one bath home with newer floors, newer siding, newer windows, updated kitchen, updated bathroom, New metal roof, detached garage with covered patio area, and fenced in yard!
561 E 5th St, Peru, IN 46970 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,360 sqft single-family home built in 1890. It last sold for $67,000 on Nov 5, 2020. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $138,800, with a rent estimate of $1,089/month.

Home Details for 561 E 5th St

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementAtticNumber of Rooms: 6Types of Rooms: Walk In Closet, Dining RoomCeiling Fan
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Appliances & Utilities
Cable ReadyDishwasherDryerRefrigeratorWasher
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Carpet, Laminate

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: MetalExterior: VinylFoundation Type: Crawl RaisedPatioPorch
Parking & Garage
GarageParking Space: 1Parking: Garage Detached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1890
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Lot Information

Lot Area: 6599 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Nov 5, 2020
Source: N/A
Sold
$67,000
Sep 22, 2020
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$69,000
Price decreased by 8%
Sep 8, 2020
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$74,900
Price decreased by 6%
Aug 18, 2020
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$79,900
Nov 2, 2018
Source: N/A
Sold
$35,500

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

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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Frequently asked questions about 561 E 5th St

  • What is 561 E 5th St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 561 E 5th St in Peru, IN is $138,800.
  • What is the price history for 561 E 5th St?
    561 E 5th St in Peru, IN last sold for $67,000 in November 2020.
  • 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 561 E 5th St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 561 E 5th St in Peru, IN has air conditioning.
  • Does 561 E 5th St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 561 E 5th St in Peru, IN has in-unit laundry.