641 Hamilton Avenue

Buchanan, Winnipeg

75.3

Good

Overall 75.3

Larger and newer than most nearby homes

1,280 sqft (top 14%)

Built in 1985 (14 yrs newer than avg)

Located in a high-income area

with median household income of ~109k

Transit 74.0

5-min walk to transit with 2 nearby routes

Within 500m: 2 parks, and 1 bank/ATM nearby

Living Area

Above average

17% larger than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Above average

14 yrs newer than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 85%French · 2%

Past 10 years Buchanan sales snapshot (~80% of all data)

Sold Count

257

Median price

361k

$/sqft

$351/sqft

Avg build year

1971

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Property score

75.3 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

71.7Good
Living Area1,280 sqft66Good
Year Built198573Good
Lot Size8,707 sqft93Excellent
Neighbourhood Sales Activity71Good

Community Score

80.7Excellent
Household Income88Excellent
Education Level54Fair
Housing Stress83Excellent
Core Housing Need100Excellent
Employment Health76Good

Neighbourhood Sales

Buchanan

How to read: Share of sales in each ~$50k price band for “buchanan” (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: #46111093

Community deep dive

$109K

Median household income

$147K

Average household income

5%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.3

Income inequality (Gini)

4.0

P90 / P10 ratio

23%

Single-person households

28%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)1,236
Labour force participation rate70%
Median age46.4
Avg household size2.4
Unemployment rate8%
Population density245 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)5%
Single-person households23%
Couple families with children28%
Median household income (2020)$109K

Housing

Renter households5%
Condominium dwellings48%
Median dwelling value (owners)$348K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)16%
Visible minority13%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)29%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 85%
Mother tongue (2nd)French · 1%

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

Rankings

Living Area

above average
1,280 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 48%Same areaTop 14%CitywideTop 43%
Same street · Hamilton Avenue
#32 / 66
Top 48% · Avg 1,151 sqft
Same area · Buchanan
#120 / 840
Top 14% · Avg 1,092 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#83,403 / 194,458
Top 43% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

Elite
414k
0255075100
Same streetTop 5%Same areaTop 11%CitywideTop 35%
Same street · Hamilton Avenue
#3 / 66
Top 5% · Avg 290.3k
Same area · Buchanan
#89 / 840
Top 11% · Avg 328.4k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#68,207 / 194,458
Top 35% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

above average
1985
0255075100
Same streetTop 6%Same areaTop 10%CitywideTop 29%

Lot Size

above average
8,707 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 6%Same areaTop 6%CitywideTop 9%

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

641 Hamilton Avenue — 3 amenities found within 500 m, across 2 categories, including 2 parks (nearest 316 m).

Search radius
🌳Parks2
🏦Finance1

Crime & Safety

Buchanan · WPS public data · 2026

Annual incidents

3

2026

vs. city avg

-90%

relative to avg

Year-over-year

-97%

vs. prior year

Primary type

Property

67%

Sales History

Sold 3/2017CA$250k–300k
Sold price

Same street

Top 42%

Same area

Bottom 49%

City-wide

Bottom 36%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 641 Hamilton Avenue, Winnipeg

Property Overview

This 1985 bi-level home at 641 Hamilton Avenue in Winnipeg's Buchanan neighbourhood presents a compelling blend of space, updates, and value. Its primary appeal lies in its generous, above-average lot size of over 8,700 sq ft—a rarity that places it in the top 6% of the local area. This provides significant outdoor potential, enhanced by the presence of a pool. The home itself features a renovated basement and a detached garage. With a living area of 1,280 sq ft, it offers comfortable space that is notably above average for Buchanan.

The property suits buyers looking for a established home with a premium-sized yard for gardening, recreation, or future expansion. It’s particularly well-matched for those who value outdoor living space and privacy within the city. The recent basement renovation adds modern living space without the need for immediate projects. A thoughtful perspective is that while the home’s assessed value is elite for its immediate street, its recent sale price was positioned below both neighbourhood and city averages, suggesting it may represent a relative value opportunity for a lot of this size with these features.


Frequently Asked Questions

1. How does the lot size compare to others?
The 8,707 sq ft lot is a standout feature, ranking in the top 6% for the street and the wider Buchanan area. It is significantly larger than the local average, offering substantial outdoor space.

2. What is the condition of the home?
The listing notes a renovated basement, indicating a key area of the home has been updated. As a 1985 build, it is newer than many area homes, but buyers should still consider a standard inspection for the main structure and systems.

3. Who would this home suit best?
It's ideal for buyers prioritizing yard space over a massive interior footprint. Families, entertainers, or anyone wanting room for a pool, garden, or play area will find the lot size a major asset. The bi-level layout also suits those comfortable with split-level living.

4. How does the value stack up?
The home's assessed value is very high for its street, but it last sold below area averages. This can indicate a number of things, from a motivated past seller to a property whose unique lot value isn't fully reflected in direct price comparisons with smaller-lot homes.

5. What are the seasonal considerations with the pool and large yard?
A pool requires seasonal maintenance, opening, and closing. The large lot is a benefit but also means more landscaping, lawn care, and snow removal, which are important factors for time or budget planning.

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