544 Borebank Street

Central River Heights, Winnipeg

67.3

Good

Overall 67.3

Smaller but newer than most nearby homes

1,091 sqft (bottom 27%)

Built in 1953

Located in a high-income area

with median household income of ~111k

Transit 80.0

3-min walk to transit with 3 nearby routes

Within 500m: 4 dining spots, 1 school, 1 shop, and 2 parks nearby

Living Area

Below average

19% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Above average

0 yrs newer than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 84%Chinese · 1%

Past 10 years Central River Heights sales snapshot (~80% of all data)

Sold Count

426

Median price

580k

$/sqft

$326/sqft

Avg build year

1953

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Property score

67.3 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

51.9Fair
Living Area1,091 sqft52Fair
Year Built195336Low
Lot Size6,000 sqft81Excellent
Neighbourhood Sales Activity28Low

Community Score

90.3Excellent
Household Income89Excellent
Education Level91Excellent
Housing Stress93Excellent
Core Housing Need100Excellent
Employment Health83Excellent

Neighbourhood Sales

Central River Heights

How to read: Share of sales in each ~$50k price band for “central river heights” (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: #46111050

Community deep dive

$111K

Median household income

$120K

Average household income

5%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.3

Income inequality (Gini)

3.2

P90 / P10 ratio

24%

Single-person households

27%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)452
Labour force participation rate69%
Median age43.6
Avg household size2.4
Unemployment rate0%
Population density1883 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)5%
Single-person households24%
Couple families with children27%
Median household income (2020)$111K

Housing

Renter households5%
Condominium dwellings0%
Median dwelling value (owners)$376K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)22%
Visible minority7%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)59%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 84%
Mother tongue (2nd)Chinese · 1%

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

Rankings

Living Area

around average
1,091 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 41%Same areaBottom 27%CitywideBottom 39%
Same street · Borebank Street
#238 / 404
Bottom 41% · Avg 1,211 sqft
Same area · Central River Heights
#913 / 1,244
Bottom 27% · Avg 1,346 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#119,347 / 194,458
Bottom 39% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

around average
430k
0255075100
Same streetTop 37%Same areaTop 45%CitywideTop 32%
Same street · Borebank Street
#150 / 404
Top 37% · Avg 426.2k
Same area · Central River Heights
#556 / 1,244
Top 45% · Avg 443.3k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#62,140 / 194,458
Top 32% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

above average
1953
0255075100
Same streetTop 38%Same areaTop 27%CitywideBottom 31%

Lot Size

above average
6,000 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 17%Same areaTop 22%CitywideTop 31%

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Transit & Walkability

Nearby stops, routes & transit score

Nearby Amenities

Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more

544 Borebank Street — 10 amenities found within 500 m, across 6 categories, including 4 dining (nearest 289 m), 1 education (nearest 253 m), 1 shopping (nearest 308 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining4
🏫Education1
🛒Shopping1
🌳Parks2
🏦Finance1
Worship1

Crime & Safety

Central River Heights · WPS public data · 2026

Annual incidents

1

2026

vs. city avg

-97%

relative to avg

Year-over-year

-99%

vs. prior year

Primary type

Other

100%

Waste Collection Schedule

Local garbage, recycling, and yard waste pickup schedule for 544 Borebank Street.

🗑️

Garbage

monday

♻️

Recycling

monday

🍂

Yard Waste

monday a

Sales History

Sold 9/2017CA$350k–400k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 35%

Same area

Bottom 31%

City-wide

Top 43%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 544 Borebank Street, Winnipeg

Property Overview: 544 Borebank Street, Central River Heights

Section 1: Key Characteristics & Appeal

This one-storey home on a 6,000 sqft lot presents a solid opportunity in the sought-after Central River Heights neighbourhood. Its primary appeal lies in the combination of a generous, above-average lot size for the area and a recently renovated basement, offering immediate livable space and potential for future expansion. The detached garage adds practical storage or workshop space.

The home suits two main types of buyers. First, it’s ideal for a first-time buyer or downsizer seeking a manageable single-level layout in a prime, established neighbourhood without the premium price of a larger or fully modernized home. Second, it appeals to a value-conscious investor or renovator who sees the underlying asset: the lot size is a standout feature, offering room for gardens, additions, or future redevelopment in a consistently desirable location. A thoughtful perspective is that while the living area is modest, the renovated basement effectively doubles the usable space, making the home feel larger than the main floor square footage suggests. Its assessed value is consistent with the area, indicating a fair market entry point rather than a undervalued project, positioning it as a stable, long-term holding in a mature community.

Section 2: Frequently Asked Questions

1. How does the lot size compare to others in River Heights?
The 6,000 sqft lot is notably larger than many in the immediate area, ranking in the top 17% on its street and the top 22% within Central River Heights. This is one of the property's defining characteristics.

2. What is the condition of the basement renovation?
The listing confirms the basement is renovated, but the scope, quality, and permits for this work should be verified through a viewing and inspection. It represents a key functional upgrade to the home.

3. Is this a good option for someone wanting a move-in ready home?
With its renovated basement and single-level layout, it offers move-in readiness for those comfortable with a home built in 1953. A buyer should be prepared for the maintenance and potential updates typical of a house of this age, particularly on the main floor.

4. Why was the last sale price in 2017 significantly lower than the current assessed value?
The 2017 sale price of $362,000 reflects the market conditions and the property's state at that time. The current $430,000 assessment aligns with broader market increases and the value added by the basement renovation over the past seven years.

5. What is the potential for adding on to the house?
The large lot provides a clear advantage for potential additions, a sunroom, or a garage expansion. Any plans would need to comply with local zoning bylaws regarding setbacks and lot coverage, but the space to build is a definite asset.

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