Housing in Peru, NE
Home values, rent, ownership rates, and housing market data
Housing Market Snapshot
Source: Zillow — January 2026Zillow Home Value Index
$139,625
Peru vs Similar Cities
Source: Census ACS / Redfin (2023)Compared to cities with under 10,000 residents. Peru is highlighted.
Median Home Value
14th%ilemost expensive$85,900show rank
Median Rent
3rd%ilemost expensive rent$504show rank
Rent Burden
21st%ilehighest rent burden14.4%show rank
Census Housing Data
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Median Home Value
$85,900
Median Rent
$504
Total Housing Units
290
Vacancy Rate
22.8%
Owner Occupied
71.0%
Renter Occupied
29.0%
Median Property Tax
$1,294
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$593
Housing Types
Single Family77.2%
Multi-Family21.7%
Mobile Home1.0%
The median home value in Peru, NE is $85,900. According to Zillow, the home value index for Peru is $139,625. The median rent is $504 per month (Census ACS). About 71.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1938. There are 290 total housing units.