Central River Heights, Winnipeg
Property score
70.6
Good
Overall 70.6 · Compared with neighbourhood average
1,178 sqft (bottom 39%) · Built in 1951 (2 yrs older than avg)
Located in a high-income area with median household income of ~134k
Transit 80.0 · 2-min walk to transit with 3 nearby routes · Within 500m: 1 school, 2 parks, and 1 place of worship nearby
Living Area
Below average
13% smaller than neighborhood avg.
Year Built
Below average
2 yrs older than neighborhood avg.
Mother tongue
English · 85%French · 1%
Past 10 years Central River Heights sales snapshot (~80% of all data)
426
580k
$326/sqft
1953
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70.6 is composed by the two sections below.
Property Score
Community Score
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.
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: #46111046
$134K
Median household income
$170K
Average household income
3%
Low income (LIM-AT)
0.3
Income inequality (Gini)
3.4
P90 / P10 ratio
19%
Single-person households
36%
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
544 Niagara Street — 4 amenities found within 500 m, across 3 categories, including 1 education (nearest 221 m), 2 parks (nearest 306 m).
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%
Same street
Same area
City-wide
| Metric | Same street | Same area | City-wide |
|---|---|---|---|
Sold price | Top 35% | Top 26% | Top 21% |
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Address · Year Built · Living Area
Address · Distance
Address · Tax-Assessed Value
Property Overview: 544 Niagara Street, Winnipeg
Key Characteristics & Appeal
This one-storey home on a generous 5,773 sqft lot in Central River Heights presents a solid, no-fuss opportunity. Its primary appeal lies in the combination of a renovated basement and a lot size that is notably larger than most on its street, offering valuable outdoor space and potential in a well-regarded neighbourhood. While the living area is modest at 1,178 sqft, the property holds an above-average assessed value for the area, suggesting it is well-situated and maintained relative to its peers.
The home would suit a pragmatic buyer—perhaps a first-time homeowner, a downsizer, or an investor—who values location and land over a large interior footprint. It’s for someone who sees the renovated basement as a key functional upgrade and the sizable lot as a canvas for gardening, expansion, or simply enjoying more private outdoor space than is typical. A less obvious perspective is that its 1951 build date, while not new, is actually younger than many homes on Niagara Street, potentially meaning fewer legacy maintenance issues than older neighbours.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Is the lot size a significant advantage?
Yes. The lot is in the top 14% for size on Niagara Street, providing more yard space than most comparable properties in the immediate area. This is a defining feature of the property.
2. How does the living space compare to the neighbourhood?
The living area is modest. It is below the average for Niagara Street but aligns closely with the typical size of homes across Central River Heights and Winnipeg overall. The renovated basement adds functional space.
3. What does the above-average assessed value indicate?
A higher assessed value compared to local averages generally suggests the property is in good condition and/or has desirable attributes (like its lot size and renovated basement) that official valuations recognize within its peer group.
4. Is there a garage?
Yes, the property includes a detached garage.
5. When was it last sold, and for how much?
The home was sold in September 2020 for $46,100. This historical data provides context for its current assessed value and market position.
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