1981 Ross Avenue W

Brooklands, Winnipeg

Property score

34.7

Below average

Overall 34.7 · Smaller and older than most nearby homes

615 sqft (bottom 6%) · Built in 1930 (34 yrs older 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, 1 school, 3 parks, and 1 sports facility nearby

Living Area

Below average

33% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Below average

34 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

34.7 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

20.0Low
Living Area15
615 sqftLow
Year Built22
1930Low
Lot Size28
2,598 sqftLow
Neighbourhood Sales Activity48
Low

Community Score

56.8Fair
Household Income64
Fair
Education Level22
Low
Housing Stress74
Good
Core Housing Need88
Excellent
Employment Health42
Low

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

below average
615 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 4%Same areaBottom 6%CitywideBottom 1%
Same street · Ross Avenue W
#363 / 380
Bottom 4% · Avg 1,020 sqft
Same area · Brooklands
#986 / 1,048
Bottom 6% · Avg 920 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#192,490 / 194,458
Bottom 1% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

below average
140k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 20%Same areaBottom 12%CitywideBottom 2%
Same street · Ross Avenue W
#305 / 380
Bottom 20% · Avg 200.4k
Same area · Brooklands
#921 / 1,048
Bottom 12% · Avg 225.5k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#189,943 / 194,458
Bottom 2% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

around average
1930
0255075100
Same streetTop 48%Same areaBottom 25%CitywideBottom 18%

Lot Size

around average
2,598 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 40%Same areaBottom 29%CitywideBottom 7%

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

1981 Ross Avenue W — 10 amenities found within 500 m, across 6 categories, including 1 dining (nearest 333 m), 1 education (nearest 103 m), 3 parks (nearest 192 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 6/2019CA$50k–100k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 6%

Same area

Bottom 3%

City-wide

Bottom 1%

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Highlights & common questions: 1981 Ross Avenue W, Winnipeg

Property Overview: 1981 Ross Avenue W, Winnipeg

Section 1: Key Characteristics & Appeal

This is a modest, one-storey home in Brooklands, built in 1930. Its key characteristic is its proportion: situated on a roughly 2,600 sqft lot, the 615 sqft living area is compact. The home has a basement (not renovated) and a detached garage. The data reveals a property that is below average in size and assessed value compared to its neighbourhood and the wider city, but its lot size is closer to the average for its immediate street.

The primary appeal lies in its land value and potential. For the right buyer, it represents an affordable entry into homeownership with a solid lot foundation. It suits a practical, hands-on buyer—perhaps a first-time purchaser comfortable with a project, an investor looking for a rental property with future redevelopment potential, or someone seeking a minimal footprint with outdoor space. Its very low historical sale price suggests it may be a candidate for a significant renovation or a complete rebuild, making it more of a blank canvas than a move-in-ready home.

Section 2: Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is this a tear-down property?
Given the significant disparity between the small living area and the lot size, coupled with the home's age and low historical sale price, it is very likely being considered by the market for its land value and redevelopment potential. A professional inspection is essential to determine if renovation is feasible.

2. How does the lot size compare?
At 2,598 sqft, the lot is around average for Ross Avenue W but below the average for both the Brooklands neighbourhood and Winnipeg overall. This suggests a more typical, manageable yard for the immediate area.

3. What does the assessed value indicate?
The $140k assessment is below average for the street and significantly below city averages. This typically reflects the home's condition and size rather than just its location, and is a key factor in its affordability and lower property taxes.

4. Who would this property suit best?
It best suits a buyer whose priority is securing land within the city at an accessible price point. This includes developers, investors, or owner-occupiers with a clear vision and budget for a major renovation or new construction.

5. What should I consider about the neighbourhood context?
The data shows that many homes on this street are older and of varying sizes. It’s a mature, established area. Prospective buyers should research recent development activity on the block to gauge the area's trajectory and the potential for future property value increases based on infill development.