1960 Ross Avenue W

Brooklands, Winnipeg

Property score

49.2

Below average

Overall 49.2 · Compared with neighbourhood average

973 sqft (top 34%) · Built in 1959 (5 yrs older than avg)

Located in a average-income area with median household income of ~60.4k

Transit 80.0 · 4-min walk to transit with 3 nearby routes · Within 500m: 1 dining spot, 1 school, 3 parks, and 1 sports facility nearby

Living Area

Near average

6% larger than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Near average

5 yrs older than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 58%Tagalog · 13%

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

49.2 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

44.1Low
Living Area973 sqft42Low
Year Built195943Low
Lot Size4,417 sqft53Fair
Neighbourhood Sales Activity48Low

Community Score

56.8Fair
Household Income64Fair
Education Level22Low
Housing Stress74Good
Core Housing Need88Excellent
Employment Health42Low

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: #46110229

Community deep dive

$60K

Median household income

$70K

Average household income

12%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.2

Income inequality (Gini)

2.6

P90 / P10 ratio

32%

Single-person households

18%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)600
Labour force participation rate58%
Median age40.4
Avg household size2.5
Unemployment rate13%
Population density3750 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)12%
Single-person households32%
Couple families with children18%
Median household income (2020)$60K

Housing

Renter households34%
Condominium dwellings0%
Median dwelling value (owners)$180K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)19%
Visible minority23%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)14%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 58%
Mother tongue (2nd)Tagalog · 13%

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

Rankings

Living Area

around average
973 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 46%Same areaTop 34%CitywideBottom 23%
Same street · Ross Avenue W
#175 / 380
Top 46% · Avg 1,020 sqft
Same area · Brooklands
#361 / 1,048
Top 34% · Avg 920 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#149,044 / 194,458
Bottom 23% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

above average
230k
0255075100
Same streetTop 29%Same areaTop 45%CitywideBottom 13%
Same street · Ross Avenue W
#112 / 380
Top 29% · Avg 200.4k
Same area · Brooklands
#467 / 1,048
Top 45% · Avg 225.5k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#169,054 / 194,458
Bottom 13% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

above average
1959
0255075100
Same streetTop 29%Same areaTop 40%CitywideBottom 40%

Lot Size

above average
4,417 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 23%Same areaTop 27%CitywideBottom 33%

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

1960 Ross Avenue W — 10 amenities found within 500 m, across 6 categories, including 1 dining (nearest 294 m), 1 education (nearest 68 m), 3 parks (nearest 158 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining1
🏫Education1
🌳Parks3
💪Sports1
Fuel Stations2
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 7/2021CA$200k–250k
Sold price

Same street

Top 40%

Same area

Bottom 45%

City-wide

Bottom 12%
Sold 8/2016CA$200k–250k
Sold price

Same street

Top 26%

Same area

Top 44%

City-wide

Bottom 19%

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Highlights & common questions: 1960 Ross Avenue W, Winnipeg

Property Overview: 1960 Ross Avenue W, Brooklands, Winnipeg

Section 1: Key Characteristics & Appeal

This one-storey home on a generous 4,417 sqft lot presents a straightforward opportunity in Winnipeg's Brooklands neighbourhood. Its key appeal lies in the land itself—the lot size is well above average for both the immediate street and the broader area, offering valuable outdoor space and future potential. The house, built in 1959, is newer than many on the block and features a detached garage and a basement (not renovated).

The property is best suited for value-focused buyers looking for a solid foundation. This includes first-time buyers or investors seeking a home with a large yard in a mature neighbourhood, where the value is anchored more in the land than in a modernized living space. It’s also a practical candidate for those with renovation plans, as the structure offers a blank slate without the premium price of a fully updated home. A thoughtful perspective is that, while the living area is modest, its assessed value ranks relatively high for the street, suggesting the municipal assessment sees underlying value here that may not be immediately apparent from the home's condition alone.

Section 2: Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the true draw of this property?
The primary asset is the lot. At over 4,400 sqft, it significantly outpaces the neighbourhood average, providing rare space for gardens, play, or expansion in this area.

2. What should I expect regarding the home's condition?
The listing notes an unrenovated basement, and the home's last sale price was significantly below its current assessed value. This typically indicates a property requiring updates, so a thorough inspection is essential to understand the scope of work needed.

3. How does this property compare to others nearby?
The data shows it sits in an interesting position: its lot size and year built are above average for the street, but its living space is average. This creates a mix of strengths and compromises compared to immediate neighbours.

4. Is the assessed value a reliable indicator of market price?
Not directly. The current assessed value ($230k) is much higher than the 2021 sale price ($20.9k), which was likely an outlier. The 2016 sale at $240k may be a more relevant historical marker, but market conditions have changed. An assessment is for taxation, not sale, so a current market evaluation is crucial.

5. Who would this property not suit?
It would not suit buyers seeking a move-in-ready home or those who prioritize modern finishes and low maintenance. The value here is in the land and the project, not in immediate comfort or conveniences.

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