40.1
Below average
Property score
40.1
Below average
Overall 40.1
Smaller and older than most nearby homes
664 sqft (bottom 12%)
Built in 1935 (29 yrs older than avg)
Located in a above-average income area
with median household income of ~78k
Transit 80.0
4-min walk to transit with 3 nearby routes
Within 500m: 1 healthcare facility, 3 parks, 1 sports facility, and 1 bank/ATM nearby
Sold for $250,000 over asking
Winnipeg Real Estate Sales Summary & Market Analysis May 11–17, 2026
Living Area
Below average
28% smaller than neighborhood avg.
Year Built
Below average
29 yrs older than neighborhood avg.
Mother tongue
English · 50%Tagalog · 25%
Past 10 years Brooklands sales snapshot (~80% of all data)
407
287.5k
$259/sqft
1964
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40.1 is composed by the two sections below.
Property Score
Community Score
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.
Sales-to-New-Listings
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
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.
Dissemination area (DA) — Statistics Canada 2021 Census · Area: #46110231
$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
Figures are for the census dissemination area containing this listing location; sources and margins may apply per Statistics Canada.
Rank by land area, larger = better rank
Rank by year, newer = better rank
Rank by living area, larger = better rank
Rank by assessed value, higher = better rank
Bar: fill length ≈ share of peers you outperform. Fill color reflects tier (red / blue / amber / gray). “Avg” is a rough median benchmark for comparable homes in that scope.
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Nearby stops, routes & transit score
Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more
1859 William Avenue W — 8 amenities found within 500 m, across 5 categories, including 1 healthcare (nearest 399 m), 3 parks (nearest 168 m).
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%
Local garbage, recycling, and yard waste pickup schedule for 1859 William Avenue W.
Garbage
friday
Recycling
friday
Yard Waste
friday b
Same street
Same area
City-wide
| Metric | Same street | Same area | City-wide |
|---|---|---|---|
Sold price | Bottom 1% | Bottom 1% | Bottom 1% |
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Address · Year Built · Living Area
Address · Distance
Address · Tax-Assessed Value
Property Overview: 1859 William Avenue W, Brooklands, Winnipeg
Section 1: Key Characteristics & Appeal
This is a modest, one-storey home built in 1935 on a standard city lot in Winnipeg's Brooklands neighbourhood. Its key characteristic is its affordability, underscored by a very low assessed value and recent sale price. The living space is compact at 664 sq ft, and the home features an unrenovated basement and no garage.
The primary appeal lies in its potential as a land-value opportunity or a straightforward entry point into homeownership. It suits a specific type of buyer: investors or handy first-time buyers looking for a low-cost property where the land represents a significant portion of the value. It could be a candidate for a hold-and-rent strategy, a future rebuild, or a gradual renovation project for someone with a tight budget but a willingness to put in sweat equity. A less obvious perspective is its potential appeal to those seeking to minimize property tax and mortgage burdens, freeing up income for other investments or lifestyle choices. It is not suited for those seeking move-in-ready condition, modern amenities, or ample indoor space.
Section 2: Frequently Asked Questions
1. Is this a tear-down property?
While the home is older and has a very low assessed value, this isn't automatically a tear-down. The decision would depend on a buyer's goals, the structural condition, and local renovation versus rebuild costs. It may be viable as a renovation project.
2. What does "below average" in the rankings mean for a buyer?
For metrics like Living Area and Assessed Value, being "below average" compared to the street, area, and city directly reflects the home's modest size and low official valuation. This is the core reason for its affordability but also indicates it may require updates.
3. What is the neighbourhood like?
Brooklands is a long-established, central Winnipeg neighbourhood. Buyers should research the specific area of William Avenue W to understand the local streetscape, amenities, and community feel firsthand.
4. Can the basement be finished or rented out?
The listing notes the basement is "not renovated." Any development would require proper permits, likely need significant investment to meet code for living space, and should be contingent on a professional inspection for moisture and foundation issues common in older Winnipeg homes.
5. Why is the sale price higher than the assessed value?
Assessed value is for municipal tax purposes and often lags behind market value. The recent sale price of $8,200, while still very low, reflects what a buyer was willing to pay in the open market, potentially seeing value the assessment does not capture.
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