1943 Elgin Avenue W

Brooklands, Winnipeg

60.0

Fair

Overall 60.0

Larger but older than most nearby homes

1,438 sqft (top 3%)

Built in 1907 (57 yrs older than avg)

Located in a above-average income area

with median household income of ~79.5k

Transit 92.0

4-min walk to transit with 5 nearby routes

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

Living Area

Above average

56% larger than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Below average

57 yrs older than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 53%Tagalog · 23%

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

60.0 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

53.6Fair
Living Area1,438 sqft75Good
Year Built190710Low
Lot Size2,597 sqft28Low
Neighbourhood Sales Activity48Low

Community Score

69.7Good
Household Income76Good
Education Level44Low
Housing Stress93Excellent
Core Housing Need76Good
Employment Health60Fair

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: #46110230

Community deep dive

$80K

Median household income

$91K

Average household income

14%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.2

Income inequality (Gini)

2.9

P90 / P10 ratio

14%

Single-person households

31%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)647
Labour force participation rate66%
Median age35.6
Avg household size3.1
Unemployment rate12%
Population density5391 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)14%
Single-person households14%
Couple families with children31%
Median household income (2020)$80K

Housing

Renter households25%
Condominium dwellings0%
Median dwelling value (owners)$246K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)42%
Visible minority54%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)21%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 53%
Mother tongue (2nd)Tagalog · 23%

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

Rankings

Living Area

Elite
1,438 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 19%Same areaTop 3%CitywideTop 34%
Same street · Elgin Avenue W
#78 / 402
Top 19% · Avg 1,113 sqft
Same area · Brooklands
#35 / 1,048
Top 3% · Avg 920 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#65,824 / 194,458
Top 34% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

around average
183k
0255075100
Same streetTop 44%Same areaBottom 37%CitywideBottom 6%
Same street · Elgin Avenue W
#178 / 402
Top 44% · Avg 189.6k
Same area · Brooklands
#658 / 1,048
Bottom 37% · Avg 225.5k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#182,538 / 194,458
Bottom 6% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

around average
1907
0255075100
Same streetBottom 35%Same areaBottom 2%CitywideBottom 4%

Lot Size

below average
2,597 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 17%Same areaBottom 28%CitywideBottom 6%

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

1943 Elgin Avenue W — 10 amenities found within 500 m, across 6 categories, including 1 dining (nearest 307 m), 1 education (nearest 142 m), 4 parks (nearest 173 m).

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🍽️Dining1
🏫Education1
🌳Parks4
💪Sports1
Fuel Stations1
Worship2

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 2/2017CA$150k–200k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 32%

Same area

Bottom 26%

City-wide

Bottom 4%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 1943 Elgin Avenue W, Winnipeg

Property Overview

This two-storey home on Elgin Avenue W in Brooklands presents a distinct opportunity. Built in 1907, it sits on a modest 2,597 sqft lot but offers a surprisingly spacious 1,438 sqft of living area, which is well above average for the neighbourhood. The property features a detached garage and an unrenovated basement. Its most compelling characteristic is its assessed value, which is significantly below the Winnipeg average, suggesting a lower property tax burden and a potentially accessible entry point into the market.

The appeal lies in its value proposition and space. For the price, buyers get more interior room than most nearby homes. It would suit a practical buyer looking for a character home with good bones, who is prepared for a basement project and values interior space over a large yard. It’s also a candidate for investors or homeowners comfortable with a property whose value is primarily in the structure itself rather than the land.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does "below average" assessed value mean for me?
It typically translates to lower annual property taxes compared to homes with similar living space in newer areas of the city. However, it can also reflect the age of the home and the modest lot size.

Is the unrenovated basement finished?
The listing specifies it is "not renovated," which generally means it is unfinished or in a rough, original state, presenting both a blank canvas and a future project.

How significant is the living area being in the "Top 3%" for Brooklands?
This is a key feature. It means this home offers substantially more interior space than 97% of comparable properties in the immediate neighbourhood, which is a notable advantage for daily living.

The home is 119 years old. What should I consider?
While the structure has proven its durability, a pre-purchase inspection is essential. Focus on the foundation, roof, wiring, and plumbing to understand what maintenance or updates may be needed.

Why is the last sale price from 2017 so much lower than the current assessed value?
The 2017 sale price of $15,500 is not a direct market comparison. It likely indicates a distressed sale, transfer between family members, or a sale of the property in a very different condition. The current assessed value is a more relevant benchmark for today.

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