1-358 Alexander Avenue

Centennial, Winnipeg

Property score

40.9

Below average

Overall 40.9 · Smaller than most nearby homes

539 sqft (bottom 4%) · Built in 2012 (8 yrs newer than avg)

Located in a average-income area with median household income of ~46.8k

Transit 80.0 · 4-min walk to transit with 3 nearby routes · Within 500m: 14 dining spots, 3 schools, 4 shops, and 7 parks nearby

Living Area

Below average

41% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Near average

8 yrs newer than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 57%Chinese · 2%

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

Sold Count

18

Median price

144k

$/sqft

$181/sqft

Avg build year

2004

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Property score

40.9 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

35.5Low
Living Area539 sqft8Low
Year Built201294Excellent
Neighbourhood Sales Activity42Low

Community Score

49.0Low
Household Income50Fair
Education Level54Fair
Housing Stress42Low
Core Housing Need38Low
Employment Health52Fair

Neighbourhood Sales

Centennial

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How to read: Share of sales in each ~$50k price band for “centennial” (Condos, 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: #46110071

Community deep dive

$47K

Median household income

$61K

Average household income

40%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.3

Income inequality (Gini)

3.8

P90 / P10 ratio

45%

Single-person households

17%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)1,028
Labour force participation rate57%
Median age29.0
Avg household size2.3
Unemployment rate11%
Population density3115 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)40%
Single-person households45%
Couple families with children17%
Median household income (2020)$47K

Housing

Renter households93%
Condominium dwellings6%
Median dwelling value (owners)

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)32%
Visible minority43%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)25%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 56%
Mother tongue (2nd)Chinese · 2%

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

Rankings

Living Area

around average
539 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 50%Same areaBottom 4%CitywideBottom 2%
Same street · Alexander Avenue
#1 / 2
Top 50% · Avg 528 sqft
Same area · Centennial
#25 / 26
Bottom 4% · Avg 911 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#26,327 / 26,841
Bottom 2% · Avg 1,042 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

above average
222k
0255075100
Same streetTop 50%Same areaTop 12%CitywideBottom 47%
Same street · Alexander Avenue
#1 / 2
Top 50% · Avg 218k
Same area · Centennial
#3 / 26
Top 12% · Avg 160.4k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#14,265 / 26,841
Bottom 47% · Avg 256.1k

Year Built

above average
2012
0255075100
Same streetTop 50%Same areaTop 42%CitywideTop 25%

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Transit & Walkability

Nearby stops, routes & transit score

Nearby Amenities

Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more

1-358 Alexander Avenue — 31 amenities found within 500 m, across 6 categories, including 14 dining (nearest 166 m), 3 education (nearest 232 m), 4 shopping (nearest 250 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining14
🏫Education3
🛒Shopping4
🌳Parks7
🏦Finance1
Worship2

Crime & Safety

Centennial · WPS public data · 2026

Annual incidents

67

2026

vs. city avg

+127%

relative to avg

Year-over-year

-94%

vs. prior year

Primary type

Property

51%

Sales History

Sold 3/2018CA$150k–200k
Sold price

Same street

Top 33%

Same area

Top 6%

City-wide

Bottom 35%
Sold 9/2017CA$150k–200k
Sold price

Same street

Top 33%

Same area

Top 6%

City-wide

Bottom 35%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 1-358 Alexander Avenue, Winnipeg

Property Overview

This compact, renovated home at 1-358 Alexander Avenue in Winnipeg's Centennial neighbourhood presents a unique and highly affordable entry point into the market. Built in 2012, it is a notably modern structure compared to the Winnipeg average. Its primary appeal lies in its minimal property tax burden due to a very low municipal assessed value, paired with the move-in readiness of a renovated basement. The 539 sqft living area is significantly smaller than most neighbourhood and city-wide homes, indicating a efficient, low-maintenance footprint. This is not a typical family home; instead, it suits a specific buyer: a first-time purchaser seeking absolute cost minimization, an investor looking for a low-cost rental property, or someone wanting a simple, modern pied-à-terre with extremely low carrying costs. Its value is in financial efficiency rather than space.

Key Considerations & FAQs

1. What exactly am I buying for this price?
You are purchasing a very small, modern (2012) home with a renovated basement. The focus is on affordability and low annual taxes, not square footage. It's likely a standalone tiny home, coach house, or a small modular structure.

2. Why is the assessed value so much lower than the neighbourhood average?
The assessed value ($22,200) is based on the property's market value for tax purposes. Its size (539 sqft) is a major factor, being much smaller than the Centennial average. This results in proportionally lower property taxes, which is a key feature.

3. Is this a good investment?
It depends on your strategy. The price point offers a very low barrier to entry. For an investor, the yield based on purchase price could be attractive, but potential rental income may be limited by the small size. Its resale market will always be niche due to the unconventional size.

4. What are the less obvious things to consider?
Consider financing: some lenders may be hesitant with non-standard, very low-value properties. Also, while the basement is renovated, the overall condition and quality of finishes for the entire structure should be verified. Finally, understand the exact nature of the "Building Type," which is listed as unspecified.

5. How does it compare to nearby properties with the same assessed value?
The listing shows similar-valued properties in other neighbourhoods, like Varsity View. This suggests that at this price point, you are choosing between this modern, tiny home in Centennial or potentially an older, very small condo or share in another area. It highlights the trade-off between building age and location.

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