585 Elgin Avenue

Centennial, Winnipeg

Property score

39.4

Below average

Overall 39.4 · Older than most nearby homes

1,080 sqft (bottom 32%) · Built in 1882 (44 yrs older than avg)

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

Transit 86.0 · 3-min walk to transit with 4 nearby routes · Within 500m: 8 dining spots, 3 schools, 2 healthcare facilitys, and 3 shops nearby

Living Area

Below average

20% 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

39.4 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

40.0Low
Living Area1,080 sqft52Fair
Year Built18825Low
Lot Size3,224 sqft38Low
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

around average
1,080 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 44%Same areaBottom 32%CitywideBottom 37%
Same street · Elgin Avenue
#177 / 402
Top 44% · Avg 1,113 sqft
Same area · Centennial
#256 / 375
Bottom 32% · Avg 1,348 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#121,563 / 194,458
Bottom 37% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

below average
120k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 14%Same areaBottom 27%CitywideBottom 1%
Same street · Elgin Avenue
#344 / 402
Bottom 14% · Avg 189.6k
Same area · Centennial
#273 / 375
Bottom 27% · Avg 167.9k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#192,129 / 194,458
Bottom 1% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

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

Lot Size

around average
3,224 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 48%Same areaTop 47%CitywideBottom 15%

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Transit & Walkability

Nearby stops, routes & transit score

Nearby Amenities

Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more

585 Elgin Avenue — 25 amenities found within 500 m, across 7 categories, including 8 dining (nearest 227 m), 3 education (nearest 206 m), 2 healthcare (nearest 316 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining8
🏫Education3
🏥Healthcare2
🛒Shopping3
🌳Parks4
Worship4
🏛️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 8/2023CA$150k–200k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 30%

Same area

Bottom 49%

City-wide

Bottom 4%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 585 Elgin Avenue, Winnipeg

Property Overview: 585 Elgin Avenue, Winnipeg

Section 1: Key Characteristics & Appeal

This one-and-three-quarter storey home, built in 1882, presents a classic character home opportunity in Winnipeg's Centennial neighbourhood. Its primary appeal lies in its value proposition and potential. With a modest 1,080 sqft of living space and an unrenovated basement, it is not a move-in-ready modern showpiece. Instead, it attracts attention for its below-average assessed value and its larger-than-average city lot (3,224 sqft), which offers room for expansion or outdoor projects.

The home suits specific buyer types: first-time buyers or investors looking for an entry point into the market, or hands-on owners who see value in a historic property and are prepared for a renovation project. Its recent sale price of $150k (August 2023) underscores its position as an affordable option. A thoughtful perspective for this property is to view it not just as a house, but as a parcel of land with a historic structure—its value is tied as much to the lot's possibilities and the neighbourhood's future as it is to the current condition of the home.

Section 2: Frequently Asked Questions

1. What does "one-and-three-quarter storey" mean?
This is a common architectural style in older Winnipeg homes. It typically means the second floor has sloped ceilings (following the roof line) and potentially dormer windows, creating full but sometimes cozier rooms compared to a true two-storey.

2. The assessed value is $120k, but it sold for $150k. Why the difference?
Municipal assessed value is for tax purposes and can lag behind the current market. The sale price reflects what a buyer was recently willing to pay, which can be influenced by market demand, the condition of the home, and the perceived value of the lot.

3. What are the implications of the home being built in 1882?
It offers classic charm but necessitates careful inspection. Buyers should budget for potential updates to older mechanical systems (like wiring or plumbing) and investigate the foundation and structure. Original features may exist but likely require restoration.

4. The lot is larger than average for the street. What does that allow?
The 3,224 sqft lot provides a valuable buffer of outdoor space in an established neighbourhood. This could allow for a larger garden, addition, garage, or deck than might be possible on a standard lot, offering future flexibility.

5. How does the unrenovated basement affect the living space?
An unrenovated basement typically means concrete floors and walls, with exposed mechanical systems. It provides essential utility space and storage but does not add formal living area. Finishing it would be a project that could significantly increase the home's functional space.

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