54.9
Fair
Property score
54.9
Fair
Overall 54.9
Compared with neighbourhood average
970 sqft (bottom 32%)
Built in 1971
Located in a high-income area
with median household income of ~88k
Transit 74.0
4-min walk to transit with 2 nearby routes
Within 500m: 3 schools, 3 parks, and 1 bank/ATM nearby
Sold for $250,000 over asking
Winnipeg Real Estate Sales Summary & Market Analysis May 11–17, 2026
Living Area
Below average
11% smaller than neighborhood avg.
Year Built
Near average
0 yrs newer than neighborhood avg.
Mother tongue
English · 80%Tagalog · 4%
Past 10 years Buchanan sales snapshot (~80% of all data)
257
361k
$351/sqft
1971
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54.9 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: #46110308
$88K
Median household income
$90K
Average household income
18%
Low income (LIM-AT)
0.3
Income inequality (Gini)
3.8
P90 / P10 ratio
13%
Single-person households
30%
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
853 Isbister Street — 7 amenities found within 500 m, across 3 categories, including 3 education (nearest 375 m), 3 parks (nearest 268 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 6% | Bottom 11% | Bottom 17% |
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Address · Year Built · Living Area
Address · Distance
Address · Tax-Assessed Value
Property Overview: 853 Isbister Street, Winnipeg
Key Characteristics & Appeal
This is a modest, one-storey home built in 1971 on a standard city lot in the Buchanan neighbourhood. Its key practical features include a renovated basement, which adds valuable finished space to the 970 sqft main living area. The home presents a straightforward, low-maintenance profile with no garage or pool.
The primary appeal lies in its position as an accessible entry point into the Winnipeg market. The home's assessed value and recent sale price are significantly below city-wide averages, indicating a lower barrier to entry. It suits first-time buyers, investors, or downsizers seeking a functional home without a complex footprint. A thoughtful perspective is its lot size: while below average for the immediate street and area, it is still a decent 3,842 sqft parcel, offering typical backyard potential in a city where lot sizes can vary dramatically. The data suggests the home is a "value play"—you're purchasing essentially an average-sized house for its local context, but at a price point ranked in the bottom quarter of the city, which could allow for future investment in updates.
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 secondary suite. This is a crucial point to verify with the listing agent and city permits, as it impacts rental potential and insurance.
2. How does the low assessed value affect property taxes?
A lower assessed value typically results in lower municipal property taxes compared to homes with higher valuations, which is a practical, ongoing financial benefit.
3. The home sold for less than its assessed value in 2019. Why?
Market conditions, the home's specific condition at the time of sale, and buyer motivation all influence final sale price. The 2019 sale price being below that year's assessment isn't uncommon and highlights the difference between a municipal valuation for taxation and actual market value.
4. What are the implications of having no garage?
This means all parking will be on-street or possibly via a driveway if one exists (check with the agent). It simplifies the structure and reduces maintenance but requires consideration for vehicle security and winter convenience.
5. The home is "around average" for its area in size and age. What does that mean?
It means the house fits the typical mould for Buchanan. You're not getting an unusually small or old home for the neighbourhood, which can be an advantage for resale and consistency. The value appears to come from its price position, not from being an outlier in features.
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