Property score
58.7
Fair
Overall 58.7 · Smaller and older than most nearby homes
907 sqft (bottom 16%) · Built in 1961 (10 yrs older than avg)
Located in a above-average income area with median household income of ~86k
Transit 76.0 · 5-min walk to transit with 4 nearby routes · Within 500m: 4 dining spots, 1 school, 1 healthcare facility, and 2 shops nearby
Living Area
Below average
17% smaller than neighborhood avg.
Year Built
Below average
10 yrs older than neighborhood avg.
Mother tongue
English · 82%Tagalog · 3%
Past 10 years Buchanan sales snapshot (~80% of all data)
257
361k
$351/sqft
1971
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58.7 is composed by the two sections below.
Property Score
Community Score
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.
Sales-to-New-Listings
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
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.
Dissemination area (DA) — Statistics Canada 2021 Census · Area: #46110310
$86K
Median household income
$92K
Average household income
7%
Low income (LIM-AT)
0.2
Income inequality (Gini)
2.7
P90 / P10 ratio
20%
Single-person households
25%
Families with children
Figures are for the census dissemination area containing this listing location; sources and margins may apply per Statistics Canada.
Rank by land area, larger = better rank
Rank by year, newer = better rank
Rank by living area, larger = better rank
Rank by assessed value, higher = better rank
Bar: fill length ≈ share of peers you outperform. Fill color reflects tier (red / blue / amber / gray). “Avg” is a rough median benchmark for comparable homes in that scope.
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Nearby stops, routes & transit score
Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more
700 Isbister Street — 14 amenities found within 500 m, across 6 categories, including 4 dining (nearest 369 m), 1 education (nearest 391 m), 1 healthcare (nearest 407 m).
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%
Same street
Same area
City-wide
| Metric | Same street | Same area | City-wide |
|---|---|---|---|
Sold price | Top 27% | Top 26% | Top 49% |
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Address · Year Built · Living Area
Address · Distance
Address · Tax-Assessed Value
Property Overview: 700 Isbister Street, Winnipeg
Section 1: Key Characteristics & Appeal
This is a compact, one-storey home built in 1961, situated on a generously sized 6,000 sqft lot in the Buchanan neighbourhood. Its key features include a renovated basement and a living area of 907 sqft, which is notably cozier than most area homes. The appeal here is fundamentally rooted in land value and potential. The lot size is solid for the area, offering ample outdoor space for gardening, expansion, or future development relative to the home's current footprint. With an assessed value that aligns with local averages, the property presents itself as an affordable entry point into the market.
This home would best suit a pragmatic buyer—perhaps a first-time homeowner, an investor, or a downsizer—who sees value in the underlying land and is comfortable with a modest living space. Its renovated basement adds functional square footage, making the overall package more viable. A thoughtful perspective is that its older construction date (1961) means it predates many area homes, potentially offering simpler, more durable original materials, but also likely requiring updates to major systems. It’s not a move-in-ready showcase, but a property with clear, foundational value for someone with a plan.
Section 2: Frequently Asked Questions
1. Is the living space too small?
At 907 sqft, the main floor living area is below average for the street, neighbourhood, and city. However, the renovated basement provides additional finished space, and the large lot offers room for an addition, subject to approvals.
2. What does the "renovated basement" include?
The listing confirms the basement is renovated but does not specify the finishes or layout. This is a key detail to clarify with the seller or agent to understand the home's true functional space.
3. How does the sale price compare to the assessed value?
The home last sold in October 2023 for $34,200, which is approximately $3,300 above its current assessed value of $30,900. This suggests the market recently valued it slightly above its official assessment.
4. What is the potential for this property?
The primary potential lies in the combination of a large, standard-sized lot with a smaller, older home. This scenario is often attractive for long-term value through landscaping, home improvements, or eventual redevelopment, making it a patient investment.
5. Are properties on this street typically older?
Yes. The data shows the home, built in 1961, is older than most on its street (ranking in the top 83%, where a higher percentage means older). The average build year for comparable homes on Isbister Street is 1971.
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