Courtesy: Coldwell Banker Today's
815-223-1088
Discover a prime mixed-use property in the heart of downtown Peru! This versatile building features a bustling commercial space on the lower level, currently divided between beauty shop and restaurant. With an average daily car count of 10,000, this location ensures high visibility and foot traffic. The commercial kitchen is equipped with a commercial hood and a three-compartment stainless steel sink, perfect for food service needs. Access is convenient from both the street and a city-owned parking lot in the back, plus two designated parking spots for your business. The upper level boasts a spacious 4-bedroom, 1-bathroom residence with potential for an additional bathroom, making it ideal for investors or owners looking for live-work opportunities. Enjoy the ease of laundry facilities on the second level, complemented by light wood laminate flooring throughout for a modern touch. Don't miss this unique opportunity to own a well-located, multi-faceted property in a vibrant downtown area!
Courtesy: Blackhawk Brokerage LLC
815-252-2345
Built for Business. Positioned for Growth! Outstanding commercial opportunity! Built in 2009, this 10,000 SF freestanding pre-engineered steel building offers a true clear-span design, 18' eave height, and 400-amp, 3-phase electrical service-ideal for manufacturing, warehousing, distribution, or a variety of commercial uses. The building includes 3,200 SF of finished office space with reception, conference room, 8 private offices, kitchen/break room, and restroom; remaining 6,800 square feet consists of open warehouse and shop space featuring two 14' x 16' overhead doors serving separate bay areas that can be isolated as needed, plus a 12' x 12' loading dock door with concrete dock and ramp and a ground level delivery door (12'x12') for efficient shipping and receiving. Additional features include two 95% efficient Trane furnaces, excellent insulation, B-4 zoning, all city utilities, 22 paved parking spaces, and competitively priced municipal electric service. Only one stoplight intersection from Interstate 80 and immediately off IL Route 251, this property offers exceptional accessibility within one of the Illinois Valley's premier industrial corridors. (Near Canam Steel, James Hardie, Unytite Inc) A quality facility that's difficult to replicate at today's construction costs!
Courtesy: Coldwell Banker Today's
815-223-1088
This prime commercial property is perfectly situated at the corner of Route 6 and West Street in the heart of downtown Peru. Located in a high-traffic area within walking distance of the hospital and surrounded by other thriving businesses, this site offers excellent visibility and accessibility. The building features approximately 1,108 square feet of versatile space, making it ideal for a variety of uses such as a restaurant, coffee shop, ice cream parlor, retail store, or professional offices. Previously home to a car dealership and a beauty shop, the property is well-suited for both service and retail operations. The site offers convenient entrances from both West Street and 4th Street, allowing for easy access and traffic flow. The layout also provides the potential for a drive-through making it an excellent opportunity for food and beverage service concepts. Ample on-site parking for more than 20 vehicles ensures convenience for customers and employees alike, while an additional 12x14 storage shed provides extra space for equipment or inventory. The interior has been totally updated in 2026.
Courtesy: Executive Realty Group LLC
630-894-1030
Excellent opportunity to own a well-maintained mixed-use building in a prime, high-visibility location on Peoria Street in Peru, Illinois. This income-producing property features approximately 1,500 square feet of updated retail space on the main level and two fully leased residential apartments on the second floor, offering immediate cash flow and long-term investment potential. The residential units include one 2-bedroom apartment and one 1-bedroom apartment, both currently occupied on month-to-month leases, providing flexibility for future rental adjustments or occupancy changes. The retail space is leased through May 2027, offering stable commercial income. Located on a busy corridor with excellent traffic counts and strong street visibility, this property is ideal for investors looking to expand their portfolio with rental income. Whether you're looking for a dependable investment or a property with future owner-occupancy potential, this versatile mixed-use building offers an outstanding opportunity in one of Peru's busiest commercial corridors.
Courtesy: Malooley Dahm Realty
815-224-9400
PROFESSIONAL OFFICE BUILDING conveniently located at the corner of Route 6 and Church St., Peru, IL. This professional office building with its brick exterior and arched windows offers a timeless, sophisticated aesthetic that blends classic durability with modern functionality. The exterior structures features robust, red and neutral brickwork, symmetrical facade, and large, arched windows that maximize natural light, creating an inviting atmosphere. Inviting and impressive entrance plus off-street parking and ADA accessible makes this the perfect office for any business. Interior main office design features solid 6-panel doors throughout, custom designed file cabinetry, reception desks and counters. Impressive 13x14 reception area and 11x13 conference room/office. 4-Private offices include 7x7, 10x12, 11x12, and 12x11 plus ADA accessible 1/2 bath. Finished lower level with additional office/open workspace with full bathroom, ceramic flooring, and plenty of storage. In addition, lighted freestanding lighted signage and box attached to front of building. Great place to relocate your growing business or lease as investment property!
Courtesy: Coldwell Banker Commercial Real Estate Group
630-844-2222
Former Big Lots Store available FOR SALE or FOR LEASE. This is an excellent opportunity for an owner-user, a future investment with a future tenant, or as a redevelopment opportunity in one of La Salle County's busiest shopping district with 15,400 VPD along busy IL Route 251. Seconds from I-80, this busy signaled corner location is surrounded by national big box tenants, fast-food restaurants, a large bowling alley, personal services, and nearby industrial users. With Peru's versatile B-4 zoning, a multitude of retail, light industrial, and personal services would be allowable uses. The interior features 24' column spacing with steel construction spanning 135' from eave to eave and 218' wide. The main interior offers 15'-9" clear height while the entryway and cart corral area features a 10' clear height. There are 2 separate restrooms, a temporary wall to separate the sales and storage areas, and walls do not go to the metal roof allowing flexibility within the space. The building is fully sprinklered & monitored, with emergency exits throughout, plus fire and smoke detectors. The recently sealed parking lot features 140+ painted spaces with a loading dock and 7'-8"x8' overhead door along the east side of the building. Signage includes exterior options, plus a large pylon sign visible from I-80 interchange. Easy access onto the site on both the south and east sides with 2-way traffic and no barrier. Please review Additional Documents for allowable uses, or confirm with Listing Agent or City.
Courtesy: Dickerson & Nieman Realtors - Peru
815-223-3875
Modern Medical Office Building located in the heart of the downtown Peru Business District. This property is available for sale or lease and would be attractive to both a potential end user or as an investment property. This attractively appointed property features 5,046 SF of office space plus a full basement that is partially finished. Plenty of room for storage as well as useable space. There are 16 dedicated parking spaces in the rear of the building as well as parking available on 4th Street in front of the building. This property is Move In Ready!
Peru is located in Illinois. Peru, Illinois has a population of 9,862. Peru is less family-centric than the surrounding county with 23.42% of the households containing married families with children. The county average for households married with children is 25.66%.
The median household income in Peru, Illinois is $56,238. The median household income for the surrounding county is $62,825 compared to the national median of $69,021. The median age of people living in Peru is 47.4 years.
The average high temperature in July is 85.1 degrees, with an average low temperature in January of 14.2 degrees. The average rainfall is approximately 37 inches per year, with 22.2 inches of snow per year.
