Property score
57.2
Fair
Overall 57.2 · Larger than most nearby homes
2,256 sqft (top 3%) · Built in 1893 (33 yrs older than avg)
Located in a below-average income area with median household income of ~39.2k
Transit 88.0 · 2-min walk to transit with 3 nearby routes · Within 500m: 6 dining spots, 2 schools, 1 healthcare facility, and 2 shops nearby
Living Area
Above average
67% larger than neighborhood avg.
Year Built
Below average
33 yrs older than neighborhood avg.
Mother tongue
English · 60%Tagalog · 9%
Past 10 years Centennial sales snapshot (~80% of all data)
128
215k
$120/sqft
1926
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57.2 is composed by the two sections below.
Property Score
Community Score
Centennial
How to read: Share of sales in each ~$50k price band for “centennial” (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: #46110176
$39K
Median household income
$60K
Average household income
38%
Low income (LIM-AT)
0.3
Income inequality (Gini)
4.1
P90 / P10 ratio
48%
Single-person households
17%
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.
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.
Nearby stops, routes & transit score
Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more
256 Bushnell Street — 18 amenities found within 500 m, across 6 categories, including 6 dining (nearest 308 m), 2 education (nearest 132 m), 1 healthcare (nearest 471 m).
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%
Same street
Same area
City-wide
| Metric | Same street | Same area | City-wide |
|---|---|---|---|
Sold price | Bottom 1% | Top 33% | Bottom 8% |
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Address · Year Built · Living Area
Address · Distance
Address · Tax-Assessed Value
Property Overview: 256 Bushnell Street, Winnipeg
Section 1: Key Characteristics & Appeal
This two-storey home, built in 1893, is defined by its generous proportions and established Centennial neighbourhood location. Its primary appeal lies in its significant living space (2,256 sq ft), which ranks within the top 3% of homes in the area, offering rare interior volume for the neighbourhood. The property sits on a sizable 4,690 sq ft lot, providing ample outdoor space that is well above the local average.
The home suits buyers looking for a project with solid historic bones and clear potential. It’s ideal for someone who values space over move-in-ready finishes, as the basement is noted as unrenovated and there is no garage. The very low assessed value relative to the citywide average suggests a different value proposition here—this property appeals less to those seeking immediate modern convenience and more to practical investors, renovators, or large families who prioritize square footage and lot size within a mature community. A thoughtful perspective is recognizing that its "below average" citywide metrics aren't drawbacks for the right buyer; they represent an entry point into a character home with a footprint that is increasingly rare to find.
Section 2: Frequently Asked Questions
1. What does the "Elite" ranking for Living Area actually mean?
It means this home's interior square footage is larger than 97% of comparable properties in the Centennial neighbourhood, making it exceptionally spacious for the area.
2. Why is the assessed value so much lower than the citywide average?
Assessed values are for municipal tax purposes and are influenced by many factors, including age, condition, and specific location. This home's lower assessment likely reflects its age (1893) and unrenovated state compared to the average, newer Winnipeg home.
3. Is the lack of a garage a major concern?
It depends on your needs. While many newer homes include garages, many older character homes in established neighbourhoods do not. The large lot does offer potential for adding parking or a garage, subject to local bylaws.
4. The home sold for $180k in 2017. How should I interpret that price today?
That sale price is a historical data point. The market has changed since then, and the current value will be determined by present-day market conditions, any changes made to the property, and its condition at the time of a new sale.
5. How significant is the unrenovated basement?
This indicates the basement is in original or functional condition but not modernized. It represents both a current limitation for finished living space and a clear opportunity for future improvement to add significant value.
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