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$116,423$57 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 92How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026

521 RUTH AVE

PERU, IN 46970
3
Beds
1
Baths
2,040 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.15 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1950
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$116K
$107K low$125K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,313 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$139,100 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$4,100
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$135,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$101,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$139,100

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.22 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.0.2 percent flood zone

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyMIAMI
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1975
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.15
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.No Foundation
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Shed · 80 ft²

Transaction History(1)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Elmwood Primary Learning Center
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 0.3 mi
M
Peru Jr/Sr High SchoolC
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 0.9 mi

District: Peru Community Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 46970These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.128
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.110
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.30

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.89%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.11%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.16%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.24,599
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.131 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$58,677
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$73,139
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.39 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.55%

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How this home compares

521 Ruth Ave measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Costs less per square foot than 82% of homes in Miami County
  • Bigger than 79% of homes in Peru 46970
  • Has a smaller lot than 80% of homes in Miami County

What homes are worth in Peru 46970

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$40K$448K

This home is worth more than 45% of homes in Peru 46970.

How it measures up in Peru 46970

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Peru 46970.

Estimated value$116,423
CheaperTypical $127,768Pricier

Pricier than 45% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$57
CheaperTypical $85Pricier

Pricier than 19% of homes nearby

Living area2,040 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,456 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 79% of homes nearby

Lot size0.15 ac
SmallerTypical 0.25 acBigger

Bigger than 27% of homes nearby

Year built1950
OlderTypical 1958Newer

Newer than 37% of homes nearby

How 521 Ruth Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePeru 46970Miami County
Estimated valuepricier than$116,42345% of homes41% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$5719% of homes18% of homes
Living areabigger than2,040 ft²79% of homes77% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.15 ac27% of homes20% of homes
Year builtnewer than195037% of homes37% of homes

About 521 Ruth Ave

How much is 521 Ruth Ave, Peru, IN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 521 Ruth Ave, Peru, IN is $116,423 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $107,424 to $125,422. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 521 Ruth Ave, Peru, IN last sell?

521 Ruth Ave, Peru, IN last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 521 Ruth Ave, Peru, IN?

521 Ruth Ave, Peru, IN has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 2,040 square feet of living space and a 0.15-acre lot.

When was 521 Ruth Ave, Peru, IN built?

521 Ruth Ave, Peru, IN was built in 1950, making it 76 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 521 Ruth Ave, Peru, IN?

521 Ruth Ave, Peru, IN is assigned to Elmwood Primary Learning Center (elementary); Peru Jr/Sr High School (middle), rated C. All sit in Peru Community Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 521 Ruth Ave, Peru, IN compare to other homes in Peru 46970?

Among the 9,443 homes in Peru 46970, it is worth more than 45% of them ($116,423 against a typical $127,768), its price per square foot is higher than 19% of them ($57 against a typical $85), it is bigger than 79% of them (2,040 ft² against a typical 1,456 ft²), its lot is bigger than 27% of them (0.15 ac against a typical 0.25 ac) and it is newer than 37% of them (1950 against a typical 1958). Measured against all of Miami County, it is worth more than 41% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 521 Ruth Ave, Peru, IN?

The 2025 property tax bill for 521 Ruth Ave, Peru, IN was $1,313. The county assessed it at $139,100.

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