454 Elgin Avenue

Centennial, Winnipeg

Property score

53.4

Fair

Overall 53.4 · Larger but older than most nearby homes

1,646 sqft (top 22%) · Built in 1882 (44 yrs older than avg)

Located in a below-average income area with median household income of ~42k

Transit 80.0 · 2-min walk to transit with 3 nearby routes · Within 500m: 11 dining spots, 4 schools, 1 healthcare facility, and 6 shops nearby

Living Area

Above average

22% larger than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Below average

44 yrs older than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 37%Tagalog · 24%

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

Sold Count

128

Median price

215k

$/sqft

$120/sqft

Avg build year

1926

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Property score

53.4 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

65.6Good
Living Area1,646 sqft83Excellent
Year Built18825Low
Lot Size6,566 sqft85Excellent
Neighbourhood Sales Activity42Low

Community Score

35.1Low
Household Income40Low
Education Level34Low
Housing Stress30Low
Core Housing Need25Low
Employment Health28Low

Neighbourhood Sales

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.

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: #46110073

Community deep dive

$42K

Median household income

$61K

Average household income

38%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.3

Income inequality (Gini)

3.9

P90 / P10 ratio

42%

Single-person households

15%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)410
Labour force participation rate56%
Median age43.2
Avg household size2.6
Unemployment rate24%
Population density4555 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)38%
Single-person households42%
Couple families with children15%
Median household income (2020)$42K

Housing

Renter households74%
Condominium dwellings0%
Median dwelling value (owners)$160K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)67%
Visible minority85%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)17%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 36%
Mother tongue (2nd)Tagalog · 24%

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

Rankings

Living Area

above average
1,646 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 12%Same areaTop 22%CitywideTop 23%
Same street · Elgin Avenue
#50 / 402
Top 12% · Avg 1,113 sqft
Same area · Centennial
#81 / 375
Top 22% · Avg 1,348 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#45,031 / 194,458
Top 23% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

below average
85k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 2%Same areaBottom 9%CitywideBottom 1%
Same street · Elgin Avenue
#393 / 402
Bottom 2% · Avg 189.6k
Same area · Centennial
#342 / 375
Bottom 9% · Avg 167.9k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#194,005 / 194,458
Bottom 1% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

below average
1882
0255075100
Same streetBottom 5%Same areaBottom 14%CitywideBottom 1%

Lot Size

Elite
6,566 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 4%Same areaTop 2%CitywideTop 22%

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.

Transit & Walkability

Nearby stops, routes & transit score

Nearby Amenities

Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more

454 Elgin Avenue — 34 amenities found within 500 m, across 7 categories, including 11 dining (nearest 155 m), 4 education (nearest 195 m), 1 healthcare (nearest 123 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining11
🏫Education4
🏥Healthcare1
🛒Shopping6
🌳Parks8
Worship3
🏛️Government1

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 9/2021CA$50k–100k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 1%

Same area

Bottom 3%

City-wide

Bottom 1%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 454 Elgin Avenue, Winnipeg

Property Overview

This property at 454 Elgin Avenue presents a unique proposition in Winnipeg's Centennial neighbourhood. Its primary appeal lies in the significant value placed on the land itself. The lot is exceptionally large at 6,566 sq ft, ranking in the top 4% on its street and well above average for the city. This is contrasted by a home built in 1882, which offers generous living space but is clearly valued for its land, as evidenced by its very low assessed value. The home is a one-and-three-quarter storey with a detached garage and an unrenovated basement.

The appeal here is squarely for a specific buyer: someone looking for a land play, a major renovation project, or a rebuild. It suits investors, builders, or handy homeowners with a vision and budget for extensive work who want a prime, large lot in a central location. The charm and space of a historic home are present, but the financial metrics suggest the existing structure contributes minimally to the property's price.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Why is the assessed value so much lower than typical homes?
The assessed value reflects the market's view that the value is almost entirely in the land. The age (1882) and condition of the existing structure mean it contributes very little to the overall assessment compared to the lot it sits on.

2. Is this a teardown property?
While not explicitly stated, the data strongly suggests it's a prime candidate. The combination of a very old home, a low assessment driven by the structure, and a highly desirable lot size indicates many buyers would consider replacing the existing house.

3. What are the implications of such a large lot?
Beyond the obvious potential for a new, larger footprint, a lot of this size (top 4% on the street) offers rare possibilities in a mature neighbourhood. This could include ample yard space, garden potential, parking, or even future subdivision, subject to zoning and city approval.

4. The home sold for $7,500 in 2021. What does that indicate?
This historic sale price, consistent with the low assessed value, confirms the property has been valued as land for some time. It underscores that any offer today will be primarily for the lot location and size, not the existing house.

5. Who would this property not suit?
It is not a match for buyers seeking a move-in ready home or who lack the capacity for a major renovation or construction project. The unrenovated basement and age of the home also mean potential for higher immediate maintenance costs and inefficiencies.

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