Property score
45.7
Below average
Overall 45.7 · Larger than most nearby homes
1,548 sqft (top 26%) · Built in 1893 (33 yrs older than avg)
Located in a below-average income area with median household income of ~36.4k
Transit 80.0 · 3-min walk to transit with 3 nearby routes · Within 500m: 10 dining spots, 4 schools, 1 healthcare facility, and 5 shops nearby
Living Area
Above average
15% larger than neighborhood avg.
Year Built
Below average
33 yrs older than neighborhood avg.
Mother tongue
English · 48%Tagalog · 5%
Past 10 years Centennial sales snapshot (~80% of all data)
128
215k
$120/sqft
1926
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45.7 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: #46110072
$36K
Median household income
$40K
Average household income
52%
Low income (LIM-AT)
0.3
Income inequality (Gini)
4.1
P90 / P10 ratio
43%
Single-person households
24%
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
459 Elgin Avenue — 32 amenities found within 500 m, across 7 categories, including 10 dining (nearest 187 m), 4 education (nearest 235 m), 1 healthcare (nearest 170 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 40% | Top 45% | Bottom 5% |
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Address · Year Built · Living Area
Address · Distance
Address · Tax-Assessed Value
Property Overview
459 Elgin Avenue is a two-storey home built in 1893, presenting a unique blend of historic character and practical updates. Its primary appeal lies in offering significantly more interior space than most comparable homes in the area, housed within a structure that carries over a century of history. The home sits on a standard-sized lot for the Centennial neighbourhood and features a renovated basement.
This property would suit a specific buyer: someone seeking maximum interior square footage on a budget, who is comfortable with the upkeep and potential quirks of a very old home. It's a practical entry point into homeownership in Winnipeg, particularly for buyers who value space over modern construction or who have an appreciation for historic homes without a premium price tag. The notably low assessed and recent sale values indicate it's a value-play, but one that likely requires a vision and willingness to invest in ongoing maintenance.
Key Considerations & FAQs
1. Why is the assessed value so much lower than the city average?
The assessed value reflects the home's age (1893), its market segment, and the lower average values in its immediate area compared to the wider city. It indicates this is a more affordable property, but buyers should budget for the maintenance typical of a home of this vintage.
2. The home is 133 years old. What should I be concerned about?
While the basement is noted as renovated, a home from 1893 will require a particularly thorough inspection. Key focuses should be the foundation, structural integrity, plumbing, electrical systems (which may have been updated in stages), and historical materials like original plaster and lathe.
3. It has above-average living space but a low price. What's the trade-off?
You are trading modern construction and potentially higher energy efficiency for generous interior space at a lower cost. The living area is a standout feature, but heating and maintaining a larger, older home can have higher ongoing utility and upkeep costs.
4. There's no garage. Is parking an issue?
The listing specifies no garage. Buyers should verify on-street parking regulations and availability on Elgin Avenue, as this will be the primary parking solution.
5. The sale price was very close to the assessed value. What does that mean?
This recent sale suggests the market price aligned closely with the city's assessment, indicating a transparent and stable valuation. It can provide confidence that the price is in line with the property's official valuation, not inflated or speculative.
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