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Peru, IN Area Guide

This Peru is better known for the circus than ceviche

Riverside Scenic Historic Affordable Laidback

Located on the banks of the Wabash River, Peru is a charming city nestled in north-central Indiana’s Miami County. Nicknamed the Circus Capital of the World, Peru boasts a rich history in the circus industry that dates back to the late 1800s. Peru honors its storied past with the annual Circus City Festival as well as the International Circus Hall of Fame and the thriving Peru Amateur Circus.

Peru’s eclectic charm doesn’t end with its circus ties. The city touts a historic downtown area centered on Main Street and Broadway, where the community comes together to enjoy an array of eateries, specialty shops, and one-of-a-kind museums. The Peru community also delights in a broad range of houses and apartments available for rent on tree-lined streets.

Rent Trends

As of March 2026, the average apartment rent in Peru, IN is $808 for one bedroom, $854 for two bedrooms, and $825 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Peru has decreased by -2.2% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$808/month
684 Sq Ft
House
$1,010/month
624 Sq Ft
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Getting Around

Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Peru, IN is for everyday living.

Car-Dependent

20 / 100

Walking is difficult in this neighborhood, which is considered a car-dependent area.

Somewhat Bikeable

36 / 100

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

Peru Junior High School

Public

Grades 7-8

319 Students

Points of Interest

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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.