817 College Avenue

Burrows Central, Winnipeg

Property score

60.0

Fair

Overall 60.0 · Larger but older than most nearby homes

1,337 sqft (top 8%) · Built in 1911 (23 yrs older than avg)

Located in a above-average income area with median household income of ~76k

Transit 82.0 · 1-min walk to transit with 2 nearby routes · Within 500m: 1 dining spot, 2 schools, 2 healthcare facilitys, and 1 shop nearby

Living Area

Above average

39% larger than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Below average

23 yrs older than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 48%Tagalog · 30%

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

Sold Count

665

Median price

215k

$/sqft

$209/sqft

Avg build year

1934

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Property score

60.0 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

54.8Fair
Living Area71
1,337 sqftGood
Year Built16
1911Low
Lot Size46
3,646 sqftLow
Neighbourhood Sales Activity42
Low

Community Score

67.7Good
Household Income75
Good
Education Level54
Fair
Housing Stress63
Fair
Core Housing Need63
Fair
Employment Health68
Good

Neighbourhood Sales

Burrows Central

How to read: Share of sales in each ~$50k price band for “burrows central” (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: #46110049

Community deep dive

$76K

Median household income

$82K

Average household income

13%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.2

Income inequality (Gini)

2.9

P90 / P10 ratio

21%

Single-person households

32%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)535
Labour force participation rate61%
Median age38.8
Avg household size2.9
Unemployment rate5%
Population density4863 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)13%
Single-person households21%
Couple families with children32%
Median household income (2020)$76K

Housing

Renter households32%
Condominium dwellings0%
Median dwelling value (owners)$220K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)52%
Visible minority63%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)27%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 47%
Mother tongue (2nd)Tagalog · 29%

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

Rankings

Living Area

above average
1,337 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 25%Same areaTop 8%CitywideTop 39%
Same street · College Avenue
#112 / 441
Top 25% · Avg 1,134 sqft
Same area · Burrows Central
#137 / 1,800
Top 8% · Avg 962 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#76,362 / 194,458
Top 39% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

above average
224k
0255075100
Same streetTop 22%Same areaTop 23%CitywideBottom 12%
Same street · College Avenue
#98 / 441
Top 22% · Avg 185.9k
Same area · Burrows Central
#409 / 1,800
Top 23% · Avg 188.7k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#171,172 / 194,458
Bottom 12% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

below average
1911
0255075100
Same streetBottom 22%Same areaBottom 18%CitywideBottom 7%

Lot Size

above average
3,646 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 44%Same areaTop 27%CitywideBottom 21%

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

817 College Avenue — 9 amenities found within 500 m, across 6 categories, including 1 dining (nearest 103 m), 2 education (nearest 304 m), 2 healthcare (nearest 286 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining1
🏫Education2
🏥Healthcare2
🛒Shopping1
🌳Parks2
Worship1

Crime & Safety

Burrows Central · WPS public data · 2026

Annual incidents

26

2026

vs. city avg

-12%

relative to avg

Year-over-year

-95%

vs. prior year

Primary type

Property

46%

Sales History

Sold 4/2023CA$200k–250k
Sold price

Same street

Top 18%

Same area

Top 21%

City-wide

Bottom 20%
Sold 7/2019CA$200k–250k
Sold price

Same street

Top 37%

Same area

Top 38%

City-wide

Bottom 12%
Sold 7/2017CA$200k–250k
Sold price

Same street

Top 30%

Same area

Top 33%

City-wide

Bottom 13%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 817 College Avenue, Winnipeg

Property Overview

This one-and-a-half storey home on College Avenue is a classic Winnipeg character property built in 1911. Its primary appeal lies in a combination of above-average interior space for the area and a sizable lot, presenting a solid foundation for a long-term home. The house features a detached garage and an unrenovated basement, indicating a property that is livable but holds potential for updates and personalization.

The home suits practical buyers looking for value and space in a central neighbourhood. It’s ideal for a handy owner who sees the unrenovated spaces as a canvas, or for an investor seeking a character property with strong rental fundamentals. The data suggests it’s a larger-than-average home on its street and in Burrows Central, offering more interior room than many nearby properties, which is a key advantage. A thoughtful perspective is that while the home is older than most in the city, its 1911 construction places it among the established homes on its block, contributing to the streetscape's character. The significant jump in its assessed value following its 2023 sale suggests substantial improvements were made, positioning it differently than its prior sales history would indicate.


Frequently Asked Questions

What does "above average" for living area in the neighbourhood mean?
With 1,337 square feet of living space, this home is significantly larger than the average Burrows Central home (962 sq ft), placing it in the top 8% for size locally. This means more room for families or shared living arrangements compared to most options in the area.

Is the low historical sale price a concern?
The sales in 2017 and 2019 were at very low price points, which typically indicates a property in need of major repair or sold under specific conditions. The 2023 sale at $240,000 reflects a market-value transaction, suggesting significant investment or renovation occurred in the intervening years, fundamentally changing the property's condition and value.

How should I interpret the "below average" city-wide assessed value?
The city-wide assessment comparison includes all property types across Winnipeg. A below-average assessment here is not a negative marker for this home type; it primarily reflects the lower property values in central neighbourhoods compared to newer suburban areas. Its assessment is actually above average for its immediate area.

What are the implications of an unrenovated basement?
This indicates the basement is in original or functional condition but hasn't been modernized. It provides usable space and mechanicals but will likely require investment for finishing, moisture management, or updating. It should be thoroughly inspected, but it also represents potential for added living space or storage without the cost of undoing a poor renovation.

Who would this property not suit?
It may not suit buyers seeking a move-in-ready, modernized home with no projects, as the basement and age of the home will likely require attention. It's also less suited for those prioritizing new builds or suburban-style neighbourhoods, as it is a character home in a mature, central community.