549 Pacific Avenue

Centennial, Winnipeg

Property score

41.3

Below average

Overall 41.3 · Compared with neighbourhood average

1,139 sqft (bottom 39%) · Built in 1897 (29 yrs older than avg)

Located in a below-average income area with median household income of ~39.2k

Transit 80.0 · 3-min walk to transit with 3 nearby routes · Within 500m: 7 dining spots, 2 schools, 1 healthcare facility, and 2 shops nearby

Living Area

Below average

15% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Near average

29 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

41.3 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

43.3Low
Living Area60
1,139 sqftFair
Year Built5
1897Low
Lot Size28
2,605 sqftLow
Neighbourhood Sales Activity42
Low

Community Score

38.4Low
Household Income35
Low
Education Level34
Low
Housing Stress63
Fair
Core Housing Need50
Fair
Employment Health28
Low

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
1,139 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 28%Same areaBottom 39%CitywideBottom 44%
Same street · Pacific Avenue
#90 / 323
Top 28% · Avg 986 sqft
Same area · Centennial
#229 / 375
Bottom 39% · Avg 1,348 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#109,562 / 194,458
Bottom 44% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

around average
124k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 15%Same areaBottom 30%CitywideBottom 1%
Same street · Pacific Avenue
#276 / 323
Bottom 15% · Avg 186.2k
Same area · Centennial
#264 / 375
Bottom 30% · Avg 167.9k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#191,786 / 194,458
Bottom 1% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

around average
1897
0255075100
Same streetBottom 9%Same areaBottom 41%CitywideBottom 1%

Lot Size

around average
2,605 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 41%Same areaBottom 21%CitywideBottom 7%

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

549 Pacific Avenue — 21 amenities found within 500 m, across 6 categories, including 7 dining (nearest 191 m), 2 education (nearest 125 m), 1 healthcare (nearest 355 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining7
🏫Education2
🏥Healthcare1
🛒Shopping2
🌳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 4/2023CA$100k–150k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 13%

Same area

Bottom 28%

City-wide

Bottom 2%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 549 Pacific Avenue, Winnipeg

Property Overview

This 1897 one-and-three-quarter storey home on Pacific Avenue in Winnipeg's Centennial neighbourhood is a property defined by its historical character and its position as a land-value opportunity. With 1,139 sqft of living space on a 2,605 sqft lot, it sits on a street of similar vintage homes. Its key appeal lies in its very low assessed value, which is below average for its street and significantly below the city-wide average, suggesting potential for those looking for an entry point or investment. The home has a basement but it is not renovated, and there is no garage or pool.

This property would primarily suit a specific type of buyer: the value-driven renovator or investor who is less intimidated by a project. It's a candidate for someone looking to put their own stamp on a character home, or for a strategic land-buy in an established neighbourhood where the value is fundamentally in the property itself rather than in the current condition of the dwelling. It is less suited to those seeking a turn-key, modern property with ample parking and finished amenities.

A thoughtful perspective is that while the living area is above average for its immediate street, the home's age and condition mean systems, structure, and energy efficiency will be primary considerations over square footage. Its appeal isn't in outshining the neighbourhood, but in offering a chance to enter it at a base level, with the work required reflected in the price.


Frequently Asked Questions

1. What does "below average" assessed value really indicate?
It primarily indicates the home's value for municipal tax purposes is low relative to others, often due to age, condition, or specific market factors. It can signal an opportunity but is not a direct market price guarantee.

2. The home is older than most on the street. What should I consider?
A build date of 1897 means potential for historical charm but also necessitates thorough inspections for foundation, wiring, plumbing, and insulation. Renovation plans should budget for unforeseen issues common in homes of this era.

3. There's no garage. Is parking available?
The listing indicates no garage. You should investigate on-street parking regulations, permit requirements, and typical availability on Pacific Avenue directly with the city or by observing the street at different times.

4. The basement is "not renovated." What does that typically imply?
This usually means the basement is in a raw or utility state, with unfinished walls and floors. It may house the furnace, water heater, and electrical panel but is not configured as livable space. Check for moisture, ceiling height, and access.

5. How useful are the comparisons to nearby properties?
They provide context for lot size, age, and value within a few blocks. For example, seeing similarly low assessed values on the street suggests a neighbourhood trend, not an outlier. However, condition and interior layout cause the most significant value differences.