85 West Gate

Armstrong Point, Winnipeg

Property score

82.3

Excellent

Overall 82.3 · Larger but older than most nearby homes

4,027 sqft (top 22%) · Built in 1909 (21 yrs older than avg)

Located in a high-income area with median household income of ~106k

Transit 80.0 · 5-min walk to transit with 3 nearby routes · Within 500m: 9 dining spots, 5 schools, 2 healthcare facilitys, and 6 parks nearby

Living Area

Above average

36% larger than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Below average

21 yrs older than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 83%French · 3%

Past 10 years Armstrong Point sales snapshot (~80% of all data)

Sold Count

37

Median price

565k

$/sqft

$123/sqft

Avg build year

1930

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Property score

82.3 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

77.6Good
Living Area4,027 sqft100Excellent
Year Built190910Low
Lot Size9,072 sqft95Excellent
Neighbourhood Sales Activity28Low

Community Score

89.4Excellent
Household Income87Excellent
Education Level100Excellent
Housing Stress83Excellent
Core Housing Need100Excellent
Employment Health76Good

Neighbourhood Sales

Armstrong Point

How to read: Share of sales in each ~$50k price band for “armstrong point” (Detached houses (non-condo), 2024). The tallest band is the mainstream budget range; multi-year view shows how that band shifts over time.

Market Conditions · WinnipegSeller's Market
Buyer'sBalancedSeller's

Sales-to-New-Listings

64.6%

1,196

sold

1,852

new listings

Manitoba Real Estate Association March public data on New Listings and Properties Sold across Manitoba

Sold Above Asking

65%

Majority sold above asking

68 of 104 sold above asking · Manually compiled from MLS Winnipeg sold listings, May 4 – May 10, 2026

With a Sales-to-New-Listings ratio of 64.6% and 65% of homes selling above asking price, demand is clearly outpacing supply. Buyers are competing, which is putting upward pressure on prices.

Area census snapshot

Dissemination area (DA) — Statistics Canada 2021 Census · Area: #46110657

Community deep dive

$106K

Median household income

$145K

Average household income

8%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.3

Income inequality (Gini)

5.0

P90 / P10 ratio

27%

Single-person households

24%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)483
Labour force participation rate64%
Median age56.8
Avg household size2.3
Unemployment rate0%
Population density1857 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)8%
Single-person households27%
Couple families with children24%
Median household income (2020)$106K

Housing

Renter households25%
Condominium dwellings0%
Median dwelling value (owners)$700K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)13%
Visible minority9%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)65%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 82%
Mother tongue (2nd)French · 2%

Figures are for the census dissemination area containing this listing location; sources and margins may apply per Statistics Canada.

Rankings

Living Area

Elite
4,027 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 26%Same areaTop 22%CitywideTop 1%
Same street · West Gate
#10 / 38
Top 26% · Avg 3,045 sqft
Same area · Armstrong Point
#26 / 119
Top 22% · Avg 2,956 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#449 / 194,458
Top 1% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

Elite
650k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 32%Same areaBottom 39%CitywideTop 5%
Same street · West Gate
#26 / 38
Bottom 32% · Avg 762.6k
Same area · Armstrong Point
#72 / 119
Bottom 39% · Avg 728k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#10,405 / 194,458
Top 5% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

below average
1909
0255075100
Same streetBottom 18%Same areaBottom 26%CitywideBottom 5%

Lot Size

above average
9,072 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 29%Same areaBottom 31%CitywideTop 8%

To see this property on a map next to nearby houses—and compare year built, living area, assessed value, and lot size in detail—open the neighbourhood analysis page.

Transit & Walkability

Nearby stops, routes & transit score

Nearby Amenities

Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more

85 West Gate — 25 amenities found within 500 m, across 5 categories, including 9 dining (nearest 264 m), 5 education (nearest 84 m), 2 healthcare (nearest 328 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining9
🏫Education5
🏥Healthcare2
🌳Parks6
Worship3

Crime & Safety

Armstrong Point · WPS public data · 2025

Annual incidents

65

2025

vs. city avg

+120%

relative to avg

Year-over-year

▲ +67%

vs. prior year

Primary type

Property

91%

Sales History

Sold 11/2022CA$700k–750k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 40%

Same area

Bottom 49%

City-wide

Top 3%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 85 West Gate, Winnipeg

Property Overview & Key Characteristics

85 West Gate is a substantial, character-filled home in the historic Armstrong Point neighbourhood. Built in 1909, it sits on a large, desirable lot of over 9,000 square feet. The home itself offers generous living space of over 4,000 square feet across one and a half storeys and features a renovated basement and a detached garage.

Its primary appeal lies in the combination of historic charm, significant lot size, and its location in a quiet, established area. The property ranks highly for its land size and living area within its immediate context, suggesting a home with presence and space that is uncommon in the core neighbourhoods. It would suit buyers looking for a project-ready character home with "good bones," who value the prestige and tranquility of Armstrong Point over a brand-new build. It’s particularly suited for those who appreciate the potential in a historic property and have the vision (and possibly the budget) for updates, as the assessed value is notably lower than its last sale price, indicating a unique value proposition or a need for modernization.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What does the significant difference between the last sold price ($710k in 2022) and the current assessed value ($650k) indicate?
This typically reflects a municipal assessment for tax purposes, which often lags behind market sales. It can suggest the market has adjusted, or it may highlight that the assessment is based on different criteria. It's a key point for negotiation and understanding potential property taxes.

2. The home is described as "One & 1/2 Storey." What does this mean for layout and ceilings?
This style, common for the era, often features a main floor with principal rooms and a second floor under sloping rooflines, creating cozy bedrooms with potentially lower ceilings in some areas. It emphasizes charm over uniform, modern volume.

3. How does the detached garage impact utility, especially in winter?
While offering flexibility (workshop, storage separate from the house), a detached garage means a walk outdoors in all weather conditions. For some, this is a minor trade-off for the character; for others, it's a practical consideration for daily use.

4. The lot is ranked in the top 29% on its street for size. Is that a major advantage?
Absolutely. In a mature, central neighbourhood like Armstrong Point, larger lots are rare and highly valued. It provides more privacy, garden space, and potential for outdoor living or future additions (subject to zoning).

5. The nearby "Worth Viewing" properties have wildly varying assessed values. Why?
The list includes comparison points for style and era, not just price. Some are likely condominium properties (hence very low assessed values for units), while others may be multi-family or have different zoning. It underscores that 85 West Gate is a single-family home on its own sizable lot, a fundamentally different type of asset.

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