51.1
Fair
Property score
51.1
Fair
Overall 51.1
Compared with neighbourhood average
824 sqft (bottom 39%)
Built in 1957 (7 yrs older than avg)
Located in a above-average income area
with median household income of ~81k
Transit 100.0
1-min walk to transit with 5 nearby routes
Within 500m: 3 dining spots, 1 school, 2 parks, and 1 fuel station nearby
Sold for $250,000 over asking
Winnipeg Real Estate Sales Summary & Market Analysis May 11–17, 2026
Living Area
Below average
10% smaller than neighborhood avg.
Year Built
Near average
7 yrs older than neighborhood avg.
Mother tongue
English · 53%Tagalog · 19%
Past 10 years Brooklands sales snapshot (~80% of all data)
407
287.5k
$259/sqft
1964
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51.1 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: #46110227
$81K
Median household income
$87K
Average household income
13%
Low income (LIM-AT)
0.2
Income inequality (Gini)
2.8
P90 / P10 ratio
17%
Single-person households
25%
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.
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.
Nearby stops, routes & transit score
Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more
1868 Legion Avenue — 8 amenities found within 500 m, across 5 categories, including 3 dining (nearest 170 m), 1 education (nearest 395 m), 2 parks (nearest 139 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%
Same street
Same area
City-wide
| Metric | Same street | Same area | City-wide |
|---|---|---|---|
Sold price | Bottom 31% | Bottom 36% | Bottom 8% |
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Address · Year Built · Living Area
Address · Distance
Address · Tax-Assessed Value
Property Overview: 1868 Legion Avenue, Winnipeg
Section 1: Key Characteristics & Appeal
This is a classic 1957 one-storey home in Brooklands, presenting a straightforward opportunity. Its key characteristic is a balanced, no-frills profile: an 824 sqft living area and a 3,746 sqft lot that are both very typical for the immediate street and the broader Brooklands neighbourhood. The home has an unrenovated basement and a detached garage.
The primary appeal lies in its value positioning and potential. With a historically low assessed value and a previous sale price well below the city average, it represents an accessible entry point into the Winnipeg market. It suits practical buyers looking for a functional starter home or a long-term hold property, particularly those who value a standard-sized lot in an established area over modern finishes. A thoughtful perspective is that its "average" metrics within its local context mean it's a stable, predictable property without the premium or the extreme challenges of more outlier homes, offering a blank canvas for future improvements.
Section 2: Frequently Asked Questions
1. Is the lot size a pro or a con?
While the lot is below the city-wide average, it is very typical for Brooklands and slightly larger than many on Legion Avenue. It provides standard outdoor space without the maintenance demands of a much larger yard.
2. What does the low assessed value indicate?
The assessed value is primarily for municipal tax purposes and reflects the property's basic characteristics and recent market trends for similar homes. Its significantly lower value compared to the city average highlights this as a more affordable segment of the market, not necessarily the condition of this specific home.
3. Who would this home suit best?
It's ideally suited for first-time buyers, investors seeking a rental property, or downsizers looking for a manageable, single-level layout. It appeals to those comfortable with a home that may require updates over time.
4. How does the living space compare?
At 824 sqft, the living area is perfectly average for the local area but compact by broader Winnipeg standards. This emphasizes efficient use of space and lower utility costs, but may require creative storage solutions.
5. What can nearby property sales tell me?
The 2022 sale of a similar home on the same street provides a recent benchmark. Comparing this to the assessed values and sale prices of the other nearby properties listed can help gauge the current market dynamics for well-established, modest homes in this part of Brooklands.
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