838 College Avenue

Burrows Central, Winnipeg

Property score

34.8

Below average

Overall 34.8 · Smaller and older than most nearby homes

588 sqft (bottom 6%) · Built in 1912 (22 yrs older than avg)

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

Transit 74.0 · 2-min walk to transit with 2 nearby routes · Within 500m: 1 dining spot, 2 schools, 2 healthcare facilitys, and 1 shop nearby

Living Area

Below average

39% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Below average

22 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

34.8 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

12.8Low
Living Area588 sqft8Low
Year Built191216Low
Lot Size2,277 sqft18Low
Neighbourhood Sales Activity42Low

Community Score

67.7Good
Household Income75Good
Education Level54Fair
Housing Stress63Fair
Core Housing Need63Fair
Employment Health68Good

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

below average
588 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 3%Same areaBottom 6%CitywideBottom 1%
Same street · College Avenue
#428 / 441
Bottom 3% · Avg 1,134 sqft
Same area · Burrows Central
#1,690 / 1,800
Bottom 6% · Avg 962 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#193,276 / 194,458
Bottom 1% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

below average
114k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 7%Same areaBottom 7%CitywideBottom 1%
Same street · College Avenue
#409 / 441
Bottom 7% · Avg 185.9k
Same area · Burrows Central
#1,680 / 1,800
Bottom 7% · Avg 188.7k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#192,576 / 194,458
Bottom 1% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

around average
1912
0255075100
Same streetBottom 32%Same areaBottom 26%CitywideBottom 8%

Lot Size

below average
2,277 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 13%Same areaBottom 6%CitywideBottom 2%

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Transit & Walkability

Nearby stops, routes & transit score

Nearby Amenities

Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more

838 College Avenue — 9 amenities found within 500 m, across 6 categories, including 1 dining (nearest 185 m), 2 education (nearest 372 m), 2 healthcare (nearest 265 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 1/2025CA$200k–250k
Sold price

Same street

Top 33%

Same area

Top 36%

City-wide

Bottom 12%
Sold 5/2022CA$100k–150k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 15%

Same area

Bottom 15%

City-wide

Bottom 2%
Sold 10/2020CA$100k–150k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 4%

Same area

Bottom 8%

City-wide

Bottom 1%
Sold 12/2016CA$100k–150k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 5%

Same area

Bottom 10%

City-wide

Bottom 1%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 838 College Avenue, Winnipeg

Property Overview

This one-storey home on College Avenue is defined by its compact size and significant potential. Built in 1912, it sits on a 2,277 sqft lot. With 588 sqft of living space, an unrenovated basement, and no garage, the property’s primary appeal lies in its land value and opportunity for renewal. It last sold for $210,000 in January 2025, a price that sits above average for the immediate street but below the Winnipeg city-wide average, suggesting a premium for location or lot potential in this specific area.

Key Characteristics & Ideal Buyer

The home’s key characteristics are its modest scale and its position as a blank canvas. The living area is notably smaller than most comparable homes in Burrows Central, the street, and the city. The lot, while below average in size for the area, represents the core asset. Its appeal is squarely for the value-conscious buyer, investor, or renovator looking for an entry point into the market where the value is in the land and the structure’s potential, not in move-in-ready finishes. It suits a hands-on buyer prepared for a renovation project, or an investor considering the lot’s future development potential (where zoning permits). A less obvious perspective is that a home of this size and vintage, once updated, could also appeal to those seeking minimalist living without the premium of a new "tiny home," offering character and affordability.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Why did the sale price jump so significantly from ~$12k in 2022 to $210k in 2025?
This dramatic increase almost certainly reflects a change in how the property is categorized or its intended use, likely moving from a value based primarily on land assessment to one reflecting a livable residential property, possibly after some initial improvements or a change in ownership strategy.

2. What are the main considerations for renovating a home of this age?
Given it was built in 1912, a thorough inspection is essential. Key focuses should be the foundation, electrical wiring, plumbing, and insulation. An unrenovated basement suggests these core systems may be original or outdated, so budgeting for these fundamental updates should be the first priority before cosmetic changes.

3. How does the small lot size impact future plans?
At 2,277 sqft, the lot is smaller than many in the neighbourhood. This may limit options for large additions or secondary structures. Any renovation or expansion plans would need to be carefully designed to maximize the available space and must comply with local setback and coverage bylaws.

4. Is the assessed value a good indicator of the market price?
No, the listed assessed value of $11.4k is clearly not reflective of the residential market price, as demonstrated by the 2025 sale. This low assessment is likely for land/value tax purposes and should not be used as a benchmark for purchase price.

5. What is the neighbourhood like?
Located in Burrows Central, the area consists of older, established homes. The property’s sale price performing better on its street than in the wider neighbourhood or city suggests the immediate block may be perceived as a more desirable micro-location within the area.

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