1837 Legion Avenue

Brooklands, Winnipeg

57.5

Fair

Overall 57.5

Larger than most nearby homes

1,008 sqft (top 28%)

Built in 1956 (8 yrs older than avg)

Located in a above-average income area

with median household income of ~78k

Transit 92.0

2-min walk to transit with 5 nearby routes

Within 500m: 3 dining spots, 1 school, 4 parks, and 1 sports facility nearby

Living Area

Above average

10% larger than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Near average

8 yrs older than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 50%Tagalog · 25%

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

Sold Count

407

Median price

287.5k

$/sqft

$259/sqft

Avg build year

1964

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Property score

57.5 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

49.1Low
Living Area1,008 sqft52Fair
Year Built195643Low
Lot Size3,755 sqft46Low
Neighbourhood Sales Activity48Low

Community Score

70.2Good
Household Income76Good
Education Level63Fair
Housing Stress52Fair
Core Housing Need76Good
Employment Health68Good

Neighbourhood Sales

Brooklands

How to read: Share of sales in each ~$50k price band for “brooklands” (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: #46110231

Community deep dive

$78K

Median household income

$85K

Average household income

13%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.2

Income inequality (Gini)

3.1

P90 / P10 ratio

26%

Single-person households

34%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)693
Labour force participation rate66%
Median age38.8
Avg household size2.9
Unemployment rate7%
Population density4331 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)13%
Single-person households26%
Couple families with children34%
Median household income (2020)$78K

Housing

Renter households32%
Condominium dwellings0%
Median dwelling value (owners)$250K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)37%
Visible minority48%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)30%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 50%
Mother tongue (2nd)Tagalog · 24%

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

Rankings

Living Area

above average
1,008 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 18%Same areaTop 28%CitywideBottom 27%
Same street · Legion Avenue
#7 / 39
Top 18% · Avg 894 sqft
Same area · Brooklands
#294 / 1,048
Top 28% · Avg 920 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#142,120 / 194,458
Bottom 27% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

around average
246k
0255075100
Same streetTop 36%Same areaTop 38%CitywideBottom 16%
Same street · Legion Avenue
#14 / 39
Top 36% · Avg 229.1k
Same area · Brooklands
#400 / 1,048
Top 38% · Avg 225.5k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#162,844 / 194,458
Bottom 16% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

around average
1956
0255075100
Same streetTop 49%Same areaTop 45%CitywideBottom 36%

Lot Size

around average
3,755 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 49%Same areaTop 47%CitywideBottom 22%

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

1837 Legion Avenue — 12 amenities found within 500 m, across 7 categories, including 3 dining (nearest 193 m), 1 education (nearest 412 m), 4 parks (nearest 39 m).

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🍽️Dining3
🏫Education1
🌳Parks4
💪Sports1
Fuel Stations1
Worship1
🏛️Government1

Crime & Safety

Brooklands · WPS public data · 2026

Annual incidents

29

2026

vs. city avg

-2%

relative to avg

Year-over-year

-92%

vs. prior year

Primary type

Property

79%

Sales History

Sold 5/2016CA$200k–250k
Sold price

Same street

Top 50%

Same area

Bottom 49%

City-wide

Bottom 15%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 1837 Legion Avenue, Winnipeg

Property Overview & Key Characteristics

This single-storey home on Legion Avenue in Brooklands presents a practical and value-conscious opportunity. Its key appeal lies in being a well-sized, established property in a neighbourhood of similar homes. With 1,008 square feet of living space, it is notably larger than many comparable homes on its street and in Brooklands, offering more room than the local average. The home sits on a standard 3,755 sqft lot and features a renovated basement, adding valuable finished space. Built in 1956, its age is typical for the area.

The property would suit first-time buyers seeking a solid starter home with move-in-ready basement space, or investors looking for a manageable rental property in a consistent, no-frills neighbourhood. Its assessed and recent sale values are significantly below the Winnipeg city average, highlighting its affordability. A thoughtful perspective is that while the home ranks below average city-wide in size and value, it outperforms its immediate peers locally, suggesting you're buying a relatively strong performer within an affordable enclave.


Frequently Asked Questions

1. What does a "renovated basement" typically mean in a home of this era?
In a 1956 home, this usually indicates functional updates like finished walls, flooring, and ceilings to create livable space. It's wise to inquire about the scope, permits, and the condition of core elements like plumbing, electrical, and moisture proofing that are common in older foundations.

2. How should I interpret the assessed value being much lower than the city average?
This primarily reflects Brooklands' affordability compared to the wider Winnipeg market. The assessed value is aligned with recent sale prices on the street, indicating it is priced appropriately for the area, not that the property is underperforming.

3. There's no garage. What are the parking options?
The property has no garage, which is common for the area. Parking would be via a driveway or on-street. It's advisable to confirm the driveway status and review any city street parking regulations.

4. The home is larger than others on the street. What are the implications?
This is generally a positive, meaning more interior space for the price. However, it's prudent to ensure the larger footprint doesn't come with proportionately higher utility costs or that any additions were properly permitted.

5. The last sale was in 2016. Is that a concern?
Not inherently. A seven-year ownership period suggests stability and is not unusual. It does provide a clear recent price benchmark, and the consistent ownership may indicate a well-maintained property.

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