978 Pritchard Avenue

Burrows Central, Winnipeg

Property score

40.4

Below average

Overall 40.4 · Smaller but newer than most nearby homes

704 sqft (bottom 17%) · Built in 1952 (18 yrs newer than avg)

Located in a average-income area with median household income of ~54.8k

Transit 92.0 · 3-min walk to transit with 5 nearby routes · Within 500m: 1 dining spot, 1 healthcare facility, 3 parks, and 1 fuel station nearby

Living Area

Below average

27% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Above average

18 yrs newer than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 65%Tagalog · 20%

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

40.4 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

29.4Low
Living Area704 sqft22Low
Year Built195236Low
Lot Size3,628 sqft46Low
Neighbourhood Sales Activity42Low

Community Score

57.0Fair
Household Income58Fair
Education Level54Fair
Housing Stress74Good
Core Housing Need38Low
Employment Health60Fair

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: #46110171

Community deep dive

$55K

Median household income

$62K

Average household income

22%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.3

Income inequality (Gini)

3.3

P90 / P10 ratio

30%

Single-person households

20%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)663
Labour force participation rate55%
Median age34.0
Avg household size2.7
Unemployment rate4%
Population density1052 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)22%
Single-person households30%
Couple families with children20%
Median household income (2020)$55K

Housing

Renter households52%
Condominium dwellings0%
Median dwelling value (owners)$180K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)35%
Visible minority43%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)25%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 65%
Mother tongue (2nd)Tagalog · 19%

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

Rankings

Living Area

below average
704 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 13%Same areaBottom 17%CitywideBottom 4%
Same street · Pritchard Avenue
#596 / 684
Bottom 13% · Avg 1,048 sqft
Same area · Burrows Central
#1,493 / 1,800
Bottom 17% · Avg 962 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#186,514 / 194,458
Bottom 4% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

around average
207k
0255075100
Same streetTop 32%Same areaTop 32%CitywideBottom 9%
Same street · Pritchard Avenue
#216 / 684
Top 32% · Avg 182.2k
Same area · Burrows Central
#580 / 1,800
Top 32% · Avg 188.7k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#176,560 / 194,458
Bottom 9% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

above average
1952
0255075100
Same streetTop 29%Same areaTop 17%CitywideBottom 30%

Lot Size

above average
3,628 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 36%Same areaTop 28%CitywideBottom 21%

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Transit & Walkability

Nearby stops, routes & transit score

Nearby Amenities

Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more

978 Pritchard Avenue — 7 amenities found within 500 m, across 5 categories, including 1 dining (nearest 419 m), 1 healthcare (nearest 348 m), 3 parks (nearest 159 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining1
🏥Healthcare1
🌳Parks3
Fuel Stations1
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 11/2022CA$150k–200k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 42%

Same area

Bottom 34%

City-wide

Bottom 5%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 978 Pritchard Avenue, Winnipeg

Property Overview: 978 Pritchard Avenue, Winnipeg

Section 1: Key Characteristics & Appeal

This is a compact, one-storey home built in 1952 on a standard city lot in Burrows Central. Its key features include a detached garage and an unfinished basement. The primary appeal lies in its position as an affordable entry point into the Winnipeg market, with a recent sale price significantly below the city-wide average. The lot size is notably generous for the neighbourhood, offering above-average outdoor space relative to immediate peers—a valuable asset for gardening, expansion, or simply having more breathing room.

The home suits first-time buyers or investors seeking a straightforward, lower-maintenance property with renovation potential. Its modest 704 sqft living area means lower utility costs and less to maintain, appealing to those looking to minimize ongoing expenses. A thoughtful perspective is that while the house itself is smaller and unrenovated, it sits on a lot that is larger than most in the area, suggesting the land itself may hold a disproportionate share of the property's value and future potential.

Section 2: Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is the basement usable?
Yes, there is a basement, but it is noted as not being renovated. It provides valuable extra storage or mechanical space and could be finished in the future to add living area.

2. How does the property compare to others nearby?
The home is smaller and older than many on its street and in Burrows Central. However, its lot is larger than average for the neighbourhood, and its assessed value is consistent with nearby properties, indicating it is priced in line with the local market.

3. What type of buyer is this best for?
It is best suited for a first-time homebuyer comfortable with a home that may need updates, or an investor looking for a rental property in an affordable area. Its scale and price point are less suited for those needing significant immediate space.

4. Are there any obvious red flags from the data?
The living area is quite compact, ranking in the bottom 15% for the street. Buyers should be comfortable with the size or have a realistic budget for potential additions. The assessed value is also far below the Winnipeg average, which is typical for the area but confirms this is a modestly valued asset.

5. What is the potential here?
The potential lies in the combination of a sizable lot and a simple, older home. For a buyer with renovation skills or capital, it represents a canvas to increase both livability and value. The large lot also offers flexibility that many newer, denser subdivisions do not.

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