1971 Elgin Avenue W

Brooklands, Winnipeg

62.1

Fair

Overall 62.1

Larger and newer than most nearby homes

1,294 sqft (top 9%)

Built in 2020 (56 yrs newer than avg)

Located in a average-income area

with median household income of ~60.4k

Transit 80.0

3-min walk to transit with 3 nearby routes

Within 500m: 1 dining spot, 2 schools, 3 parks, and 1 sports facility nearby

Living Area

Above average

41% larger than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Above average

56 yrs newer 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

62.1 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

65.6Good
Living Area1,294 sqft66Good
Year Built202097Excellent
Lot Size2,579 sqft28Low
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

above average
1,294 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 26%Same areaTop 9%CitywideTop 42%
Same street · Elgin Avenue W
#104 / 402
Top 26% · Avg 1,113 sqft
Same area · Brooklands
#94 / 1,048
Top 9% · Avg 920 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#81,790 / 194,458
Top 42% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

Elite
336k
0255075100
Same streetTop 4%Same areaTop 8%CitywideBottom 41%
Same street · Elgin Avenue W
#17 / 402
Top 4% · Avg 189.6k
Same area · Brooklands
#89 / 1,048
Top 8% · Avg 225.5k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#114,442 / 194,458
Bottom 41% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

Elite
2020
0255075100
Same streetTop 3%Same areaTop 5%CitywideTop 3%

Lot Size

below average
2,579 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 1%Same areaBottom 22%CitywideBottom 6%

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Transit & Walkability

Nearby stops, routes & transit score

Nearby Amenities

Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more

1971 Elgin Avenue W — 11 amenities found within 500 m, across 6 categories, including 1 dining (nearest 256 m), 2 education (nearest 106 m), 3 parks (nearest 196 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining1
🏫Education2
🌳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%

Waste Collection Schedule

Local garbage, recycling, and yard waste pickup schedule for 1971 Elgin Avenue W.

🗑️

Garbage

friday

♻️

Recycling

friday

🍂

Yard Waste

friday b

Sales History

Sold 3/2020CA$300k–350k
Sold price

Same street

Top 6%

Same area

Top 18%

City-wide

Bottom 44%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 1971 Elgin Avenue W, Winnipeg

Property Overview

This 2020-built, two-storey home on Elgin Avenue W in Brooklands presents a distinct profile. Its primary appeal lies in being a modern structure within a neighbourhood of mostly older homes. The house itself offers a practical 1,294 sqft of living space, which is notably above average for the immediate area. It sits on a compact, 2,579 sqft lot and features a detached garage and an unfinished basement.

The property is best suited for a value-conscious buyer seeking a newer, low-maintenance home without a premium price tag. It’s ideal for first-time homeowners or investors who prioritize modern building systems over lot size or established landscaping. The very low assessed value suggests a unique financial situation, making it a potential opportunity for buyers comfortable with due diligence. However, its smaller lot and unrenovated basement mean it may not suit those looking for extensive outdoor space or immediate move-in readiness without additional investment.


Frequently Asked Questions

1. Why is the assessed value so much lower than typical area homes?
The assessed value is significantly lower than most comparable properties on the same street and in Brooklands. This is unusual for a newer home and warrants investigation into the specific assessment criteria, potential lot characteristics, or municipal valuation methods for this particular property.

2. What does the "unfinished basement" entail?
The basement exists but is not renovated. This means it provides valuable extra space for storage or future expansion, but it would require investment to finish as living space. It offers potential but no immediate additional rooms.

3. How does the 2020 build date affect this home?
As a nearly new build, the major components (roof, windows, HVAC, electrical, plumbing) are modern and under likely warranty, offering significant savings on near-term repairs and improved energy efficiency compared to the neighbourhood's older housing stock.

4. Is the smaller lot size a major drawback?
The lot is below average for the street, neighbourhood, and city. This limits extensive gardening, large outdoor entertainment space, or future expansions. However, it also means less yard maintenance, which could be a positive for some buyers.

5. Who would this property not be well-suited for?
It may not suit buyers seeking a large, private yard, those who want a fully finished home with no projects, or families needing substantial indoor and outdoor space. Its value proposition is modern construction on a modest footprint.

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