Property score
56.1
Fair
Overall 56.1 · Smaller than most nearby homes
816 sqft (bottom 7%) · Built in 1970 (1 yr older than avg)
Located in a above-average income area with median household income of ~86k
Transit 86.0 · 3-min walk to transit with 4 nearby routes · Within 500m: 2 schools, 1 healthcare facility, 1 shop, and 4 parks nearby
Living Area
Below average
25% smaller than neighborhood avg.
Year Built
Below average
1 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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56.1 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
744 Isbister Street — 8 amenities found within 500 m, across 4 categories, including 2 education (nearest 296 m), 1 healthcare (nearest 500 m), 1 shopping (nearest 413 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 | Bottom 37% | Bottom 43% | Bottom 34% |
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Address · Year Built · Living Area
Address · Distance
Address · Tax-Assessed Value
Property Overview: 744 Isbister Street, Winnipeg
Section 1: Key Characteristics & Appeal
This is a modest, one-storey home on a generously sized lot in the Buchanan neighbourhood. Built in 1970, its key feature is a renovated basement, adding valuable finished space to the home’s 816 sqft main living area. The property’s primary appeal lies in its land—at 6,720 sqft, the lot is larger than most in the immediate area, citywide, and across Buchanan. This presents a clear opportunity for expansion, gardening, or outdoor living.
The home suits practical, value-oriented buyers. It would be a fit for a first-time homeowner comfortable with a smaller main-floor footprint who values the potential of the basement and yard. It also appeals to an investor or builder looking for a property where the land itself is a significant asset, possibly for future redevelopment. The below-average sale and assessed values, relative to the city, suggest an accessible entry point into the market, with the renovated basement offering move-in readiness that many similarly priced properties may lack.
Section 2: Frequently Asked Questions
1. Is the renovated basement a legal suite?
The listing notes a renovated basement but does not specify it as a legal, rentable suite. A buyer should verify its compliance with local zoning and building codes if rental income is a goal.
2. What is the potential for expanding the house?
The large lot is the property's standout feature and could accommodate an addition or a significant garden. Any expansion plans would require checking with the city for setback rules and permitting.
3. How does the low assessed value impact property taxes?
A lower assessed value typically results in lower municipal property taxes, which is a financial positive for the owner. It's important to note that assessed value is not the same as market value.
4. The living area is noted as "below average." How does the renovated basement factor in?
The 816 sqft measurement is for the main living area above grade. The renovated basement adds functional space, so the total usable square footage is greater than the official living area metric suggests.
5. What is the neighbourhood like?
Located in Buchanan, the property is in a mature, established area of Winnipeg. The rankings show it sits on a street and in a neighbourhood where home sizes and values are generally comparable, indicating a consistent, stable community character.
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