2386 Portage Avenue

Birchwood, Winnipeg

Property score

74.5

Good

Overall 74.5 · Larger but older than most nearby homes

2,022 sqft (top 12%) · Built in 1950 (5 yrs older than avg)

Located in a average-income area with median household income of ~61.2k

Transit 88.0 · 2-min walk to transit with 3 nearby routes · Within 500m: 2 dining spots, 1 healthcare facility, 2 shops, and 1 fuel station nearby

Living Area

Above average

40% larger than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Below average

5 yrs older than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 75%Tagalog · 8%

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

Sold Count

81

Median price

390.5k

$/sqft

$299/sqft

Avg build year

1955

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Property score

74.5 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

79.0Good
Living Area94
2,022 sqftExcellent
Year Built30
1950Low
Lot Size100
32,288 sqftExcellent
Neighbourhood Sales Activity32
Low

Community Score

67.8Good
Household Income64
Fair
Education Level82
Excellent
Housing Stress63
Fair
Core Housing Need63
Fair
Employment Health68
Good

Neighbourhood Sales

Birchwood

How to read: Share of sales in each ~$50k price band for “birchwood” (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: #46110260

Community deep dive

$61K

Median household income

$84K

Average household income

13%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.3

Income inequality (Gini)

3.6

P90 / P10 ratio

41%

Single-person households

12%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)519
Labour force participation rate64%
Median age44.4
Avg household size1.9
Unemployment rate7%
Population density2595 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)13%
Single-person households41%
Couple families with children12%
Median household income (2020)$61K

Housing

Renter households79%
Condominium dwellings0%
Median dwelling value (owners)$500K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)23%
Visible minority27%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)43%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 75%
Mother tongue (2nd)Tagalog · 7%

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

Rankings

Living Area

above average
2,022 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 35%Same areaTop 12%CitywideTop 10%
Same street · Portage Avenue
#8 / 23
Top 35% · Avg 1,876 sqft
Same area · Birchwood
#36 / 295
Top 12% · Avg 1,439 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#20,115 / 194,458
Top 10% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

Elite
656k
0255075100
Same streetTop 17%Same areaTop 6%CitywideTop 5%
Same street · Portage Avenue
#4 / 23
Top 17% · Avg 524.7k
Same area · Birchwood
#18 / 295
Top 6% · Avg 421.9k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#9,960 / 194,458
Top 5% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

around average
1950
0255075100
Same streetBottom 48%Same areaBottom 18%CitywideBottom 28%

Lot Size

Elite
32,288 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 17%Same areaTop 2%CitywideTop 1%

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

2386 Portage Avenue — 8 amenities found within 500 m, across 6 categories, including 2 dining (nearest 384 m), 1 healthcare (nearest 291 m), 2 shopping (nearest 436 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining2
🏥Healthcare1
🛒Shopping2
Fuel Stations1
Worship1
🏛️Government1

Crime & Safety

Birchwood · WPS public data · 2026

Annual incidents

3

2026

vs. city avg

-90%

relative to avg

Year-over-year

-97%

vs. prior year

Primary type

Property

67%

Sales History

Sold 1/2016CA$550k–600k
Sold price

Same street

Top 14%

Same area

Top 16%

City-wide

Top 10%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 2386 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg

Property Overview

This is a distinctive, one-storey home on an exceptionally large, 32,288 sqft lot in Winnipeg's Birchwood area. Built in 1950, its primary appeal lies in the rare combination of a renovated interior and vast, private land within the city—a canvas for future expansion, gardening, or simply enjoying significant space. The home itself is spacious at over 2,000 sqft and features a renovated basement. Its assessed value ranks in the top 5% of the city, indicating strong underlying value for the lot and location.

The property would perfectly suit buyers who prioritize land over a new build, such as multi-generational families planning an addition, hobbyists or gardeners seeking room to pursue their interests, or long-term investors who understand the appreciating value of large urban lots. It’s a home for those who see potential in the land itself, not just the existing structure.

Key Questions & Considerations

1. What does the "renovated basement" entail?
The listing confirms the basement is renovated, but specifics on finish quality, ceiling height, legal egress, and moisture control are essential to request. This significantly impacts its use as living space, a rental suite, or simply upgraded storage.

2. How does the 1950s build date affect the home?
While the basement is renovated, a home of this age will likely have older major systems (plumbing, electrical, roof). A thorough inspection is crucial to understand the update timeline and what significant capital expenditures might be on the horizon, balanced against the value of the land.

3. What are the zoning possibilities for this large lot?
The 32,288 sqft lot is the star feature. A key question is its zoning designation, which determines what you can build or add (e.g., a secondary suite, a garage, or even a future new primary residence). Consulting the city's zoning bylaws is a vital early step.

4. Why is the assessed value so much lower than likely market price?
The $65.60k assessment is for municipal tax purposes and is not an indicator of market value, as seen in its 2016 sale at $55.70k. Market value is determined by recent sales of comparable properties, with this home's price driven by its massive lot and living space.

5. What is the feel of the immediate area?
Being on Portage Avenue means higher traffic volume and exposure. It’s important to visit at different times to gauge noise levels and the general pace. However, its rankings show it's among the largest and most valuable properties on the street, suggesting a potentially unique and well-established setting within the thoroughfare.