528 Alexander Avenue

Centennial, Winnipeg

Property score

43.5

Below average

Overall 43.5 · Older than most nearby homes

1,270 sqft (top 47%) · Built in 1882 (44 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 3 shops nearby

Living Area

Near average

6% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Below average

44 yrs older than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 60%Tagalog · 9%

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

43.5 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

46.9Low
Living Area1,270 sqft66Good
Year Built18825Low
Lot Size2,595 sqft28Low
Neighbourhood Sales Activity42Low

Community Score

38.4Low
Household Income35Low
Education Level34Low
Housing Stress63Fair
Core Housing Need50Fair
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: #46110176

Community deep dive

$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

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)722
Labour force participation rate45%
Median age36.4
Avg household size2.5
Unemployment rate16%
Population density2187 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)38%
Single-person households48%
Couple families with children17%
Median household income (2020)$39K

Housing

Renter households68%
Condominium dwellings5%
Median dwelling value (owners)$180K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)38%
Visible minority39%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)15%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 59%
Mother tongue (2nd)Tagalog · 9%

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

Rankings

Living Area

above average
1,270 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 15%Same areaTop 47%CitywideTop 44%
Same street · Alexander Avenue
#90 / 608
Top 15% · Avg 1,015 sqft
Same area · Centennial
#175 / 375
Top 47% · Avg 1,348 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#85,206 / 194,458
Top 44% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

around average
132k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 20%Same areaBottom 36%CitywideBottom 2%
Same street · Alexander Avenue
#486 / 608
Bottom 20% · Avg 184.3k
Same area · Centennial
#241 / 375
Bottom 36% · Avg 167.9k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#190,959 / 194,458
Bottom 2% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

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

Lot Size

around average
2,595 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 43%Same areaBottom 17%CitywideBottom 6%

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Transit & Walkability

Nearby stops, routes & transit score

Nearby Amenities

Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more

528 Alexander Avenue — 21 amenities found within 500 m, across 6 categories, including 6 dining (nearest 181 m), 2 education (nearest 90 m), 1 healthcare (nearest 349 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining6
🏫Education2
🏥Healthcare1
🛒Shopping3
🌳Parks6
Worship3

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 4/2020CA$100k–150k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 14%

Same area

Bottom 25%

City-wide

Bottom 2%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 528 Alexander Avenue, Winnipeg

Property Overview

528 Alexander Avenue is a one-and-three-quarter storey home built in 1882, situated on a 2,595 sqft lot in Winnipeg's Centennial neighbourhood. Its key appeal lies in its combination of a relatively spacious living area for its locale and a very low municipal assessed value, suggesting a significant opportunity for value appreciation. The home has an unfinished basement and no garage.

Key Characteristics & Ideal Buyer

This property is defined by notable contrasts. Its 1,270 sqft living space is generous compared to other homes on Alexander Avenue, offering more room than most immediate neighbours. However, it comes with the responsibilities of a 144-year-old structure and a lot size that is modest for the city overall. The extremely low assessed value of $13,200 is its most striking feature, placing it far below Winnipeg averages. This indicates it is likely a candidate for major renovation or redevelopment.

Its appeal is primarily for value-driven buyers: renovators looking for a character home with a solid footprint to modernize, or investors considering the land value and redevelopment potential in an established neighbourhood. It suits someone comfortable with a project, whether that's a gradual renovation or a complete rebuild, and who sees opportunity in its current undervalued state. A less obvious perspective is that its age and low assessment could make it a candidate for heritage or conservation incentives, though this would require investigation. It last sold for $120,000 in April 2020.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What does the very low assessed value mean?
A municipal assessed value this far below the city average typically reflects the home's age and condition rather than its market price. It suggests significant updates are needed and that property taxes may be relatively low, but the sale price will be determined by the market, land value, and renovation potential.

2. Is the unfinished basement a concern?
It presents both a project and an opportunity. While it will require investment to finish, it also offers a blank canvas for additional living space, utilities, or storage without the need to undo previous work.

3. Who is this house not suited for?
It is not suited for buyers seeking a move-in ready home, those unwilling to manage renovation projects, or anyone needing guaranteed modern amenities and off-street parking (as there is no garage).

4. How does the lot size impact potential?
At 2,595 sqft, the lot is around average for the street but below average for Winnipeg. This means expansion or addition possibilities may be more limited than on larger suburban lots, making efficient design and compliance with zoning bylaws crucial for any major project.

5. What should I research about a home this old?
Priorities should include a thorough inspection for structural integrity, foundation condition, wiring, plumbing, and historical designation status. Understanding any potential heritage character or conservation district guidelines would be essential before planning significant exterior changes.

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