$239,900
SOLD AUG 25, 2025

2603 3rd St Peru, IL 61354

4 Beds
2 Baths
2,546 Sq Ft
11,761 Sq Ft

Recently Sold

$94 Per Sq Ft

5 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Corner Lot
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Enclosed Patio or Porch
  • Formal Dining Room
  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • 3-minute walk to Sunset Park

About This Home

As of August 2025

Welcome to this massive 2-story charmer nestled on a double lot in the heart of Peru! This beautifully maintained home offers the perfect blend of original character and modern updates, with stunning original woodwork throughout and thoughtful renovations including newer windows, roof, gutters, furnace, A/C units, flooring, and more. Inside, you'll find an abundance of space starting with the eat-in kitchen, featuring a pantry, stainless steel appliances, and a cozy breakfast nook/mudroom. The formal dining room seamlessly flows into the spacious living room, drenched in natural light from oversized windows. An open miscellaneous space adds versatility-ideal for a home office, playroom, or reading nook. The main-level full bath is a standout with a double vanity, walk-in shower, and stylish finishes. Upstairs, discover four generously sized bedrooms, a full updated bathroom, and convenient upstairs laundry. Enjoy year-round comfort in the temperature-controlled porch. Step outside to your fully fenced backyard oasis with fresh landscaping, offering privacy and endless outdoor potential. The oversized 2-car garage is equipped with gas service-ready for heating if desired. This home has the space, charm, and updates you've been looking for inside and out!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Kira Miskowiec

@properties Christies International Real Estate License #475209425 Listed on: 07/10/2025

@properties Christies International Real Estate

Last Buyer's Agent

Barbara Caire

Real People Realty License #475213720

Real People Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,580

Year Built

  • Built in 1886 | Remodeled in 2016

Lot Details

  • 0.27 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 100x124
  • Fenced
  • Corner Lot

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Heated Garage

Home Design

  • Stone Foundation
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 2,546 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Laminate Flooring
  • Unfinished Basement
  • Partial Basement
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Potential Bedrooms
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on upper level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Enclosed Patio or Porch

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • 200+ Amp Service

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,580

Year Built

Built in 1886 | Remodeled in 2016

Lot Details

0.27 Acres

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 2 Stories
  • Year Built: 1886
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: School Bus Service
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): Yes
  • Rehab Year: 2016
  • Actual Status: Closed
  • SomePhotosVirtuallyStaged: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Renovated: 2016

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
  • Basement: Unfinished, Partial
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Flooring: Laminate
  • Interior Amenities: 1st Floor Full Bath, Pantry
  • LivingArea: 2546
  • Room Type: Enclosed Porch, Pantry
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Attic: Interior Stair

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Stucco
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Foundation Details: Stone
  • Lot Features: Corner Lot
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Heated Garage, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
  • ParkingTotal: 2

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating: Electric, Forced Air
  • Laundry Features: Upper Level
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.27
  • Lot Dimensions: 100X124
  • Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 10

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 2580
  • Tax Year: 2024

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 10, 2025
Closed on
Aug 25, 2025
Sold by
Nance Matthew M
Bought by
Wierzbinski Caitlin R
Seller's Agent
Kira Miskowiec
@properties Christies International Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Barbara Caire
Real People Realty
List Price
$239,900
Sold Price
$239,900
Views
40
Current Estimated Value
$244,797

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$4,897
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.30%
Original Mortgage
$235,554
Outstanding Balance
$235,554
Interest Rate
5.75%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$9,243

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 13, 2017
Sold by
Scolari Marc J and Scolari Denise J
Bought by
Nance Matthew M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$99,750
Interest Rate
4.38%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 19, 2008
Sold by
Deutsche Bank National Bank Trust
Bought by
Scolari Marc and Scolari Denise
Source: Public Records
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Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $240,000 None Available
Deed $105,000 --
Special Warranty Deed $71,000 First American Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $235,554 New Conventional
Previous Owner $99,750 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
08/25/2025 08/25/25 Sold $239,900 0.0% $94 / Sq Ft
07/15/2025 07/15/25 Pending -- -- --
07/10/2025 07/10/25 For Sale $239,900 -- $94 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $4,184 $53,653 $6,408 $47,245
2023 $2,580 $32,604 $5,881 $26,723
2022 $2,413 $30,304 $5,466 $24,838
2021 $2,330 $28,905 $5,214 $23,691
2020 $2,253 $28,195 $5,086 $23,109
2019 $2,217 $27,705 $4,998 $22,707
2018 $2,158 $26,974 $4,866 $22,108
2017 $2,115 $26,684 $4,814 $21,870
2016 $2,058 $25,804 $4,655 $21,149
2015 $1,845 $24,927 $4,497 $20,430
2012 -- $26,529 $4,786 $21,743
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12416982

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 17-17-329011

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