Property score
51.3
Fair
Overall 51.3 · Older than most nearby homes
1,412 sqft (top 33%) · Built in 1890 (36 yrs older than avg)
Located in a average-income area with median household income of ~52.8k
Transit 88.0 · 2-min walk to transit with 3 nearby routes · Within 500m: 8 dining spots, 3 schools, 1 healthcare facility, and 3 shops nearby
Living Area
Near average
5% larger than neighborhood avg.
Year Built
Below average
36 yrs older than neighborhood avg.
Mother tongue
English · 56%Tagalog · 11%
Past 10 years Centennial sales snapshot (~80% of all data)
128
215k
$120/sqft
1926
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51.3 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: #46110070
$53K
Median household income
$60K
Average household income
41%
Low income (LIM-AT)
0.3
Income inequality (Gini)
3.8
P90 / P10 ratio
28%
Single-person households
21%
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.
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Nearby stops, routes & transit score
Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more
256 Ellen Street — 24 amenities found within 500 m, across 6 categories, including 8 dining (nearest 97 m), 3 education (nearest 353 m), 1 healthcare (nearest 444 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 33% | Top 37% | Bottom 7% |
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Address · Year Built · Living Area
Address · Distance
Address · Tax-Assessed Value
Property Overview: 256 Ellen Street, Winnipeg
Section 1: Key Characteristics & Appeal
This one-and-three-quarter storey home, built in 1890, is a classic Centennial neighbourhood property with a modest footprint. Its key characteristics include a 1,412 sqft living area, a 2,551 sqft lot, a detached garage, and a basement that is present but not renovated. The home’s assessed and recent sale value is notably low compared to the Winnipeg city-wide average, yet it is typical for its immediate area.
The primary appeal lies in its land value and location within an established neighbourhood. The lot size, while below average for the city, is quite standard for Centennial, offering manageable outdoor space. The home suits a specific type of buyer: those looking for an affordable entry into homeownership, an investor seeking a rental property with a low acquisition cost, or a hands-on buyer with a vision for gradual renovation. It is not a move-in-ready showpiece but a practical foundation. A less obvious perspective is its potential for someone interested in the history and character of older Winnipeg homes, willing to modernize its systems and layout over time while preserving its core structure.
Section 2: Frequently Asked Questions
1. Why is the assessed value so much lower than the Winnipeg average?
The assessed value is based on the property's characteristics and recent sales in its specific area. In the Centennial neighbourhood, and particularly on Ellen Street, property values are consistently lower than the city-wide benchmark, reflecting the local market.
2. What does "one & 3/4 storey" mean for the layout?
This style typically features a main floor and a second floor where the ceilings may slope with the roofline, often creating cozy bedrooms or spaces with character. The full footprint of the house may not be carried through to the upper level.
3. Is the basement usable in its current state?
The listing specifies the basement exists but is "not renovated." Buyers should anticipate it being in a rough, unfinished state suitable only for storage or mechanicals, with significant work required to create livable space.
4. How does the lot size compare to others nearby?
At 2,551 sqft, the lot is slightly smaller than the average for both Ellen Street and the Centennial neighbourhood, but it is very much in line with the typical scale of properties in this historic area.
5. What are the major considerations with a home built in 1890?
Prospective buyers must budget for and investigate the condition of major aging systems, including plumbing, electrical, and the foundation. While it offers charm, its maintenance needs and energy efficiency will likely differ significantly from a modern build.
