The Peru Gazette

Architectural Drawing

Architectural Drawing

Davey Drive is adjacent to and behind the Bear Swamp Road Dunkin’ Restaurant 

By John T Ryan 

Peru – July 12, 2023 – If the construction schedule goes as planned, in January 2024,  there will be eight new apartments at Davey Drive Commons. The developer and general contractor, Nate Wilson, opened eight units in early 2020. He’s had no problem renting them, so he’s building eight more. 

There are differences. Unlike the units next door, the new apartments do not have garages; however, they are larger bedrooms. Two-story apartments will have three bedrooms and two bathrooms. Single-story units will offer two bedrooms and two bathrooms.

Wilson commented, “I’m very proud of the first eight units. These will have a different color but a similar appearance. They’ll have top finishing touches, including granite countertops, stainless steel appliances and bronze lighting fixtures.” 

Four years ago, when the Peru Gazette interviewed Wilson, he cited several of Peru’s remarkable qualities: “I think many people are looking for Peru’s conveniences and small-town life. They’ll be very close to restaurants, the post office and the walking trail.” Wilson hasn’t changed his mind. He stated, ” Peru offers so much, but people supporting local establishments is essential.” 

As a developer, Wilson stated, “By and large, Peru is relatively friendly to develop in. The school district is well-favored. That’s very important.” 

As stated in our 2020 story, Peru is also home to insurance agencies, a credit union, a bank,  a supermarket, a drug store, farmer’s markets, orchards, an accounting firm, hardware stores, a liquor store, a laundromat, a car wash, gas stations, churches, beauty shops, dentists, a medical practice, a new Stewart’s and more. Peru offers its residents city amenities but in a small town.