551 Waterloo Street

Central River Heights, Winnipeg

Property score

82.5

Excellent

Overall 82.5 · Larger and newer than most nearby homes

1,802 sqft (top 12%) · Built in 1953

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

Above average

34% larger than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Above average

0 yrs newer than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 85%French · 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

82.5 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

75.6Good
Living Area1,802 sqft89Excellent
Year Built195336Low
Lot Size7,961 sqft91Excellent
Neighbourhood Sales Activity28Low

Community Score

92.9Excellent
Household Income92Excellent
Education Level100Excellent
Housing Stress93Excellent
Core Housing Need100Excellent
Employment Health76Good

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: #46111046

Community deep dive

$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

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)466
Labour force participation rate67%
Median age46.4
Avg household size2.6
Unemployment rate6%
Population density2588 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)3%
Single-person households19%
Couple families with children36%
Median household income (2020)$134K

Housing

Renter households5%
Condominium dwellings0%
Median dwelling value (owners)$424K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)7%
Visible minority4%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)68%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 84%
Mother tongue (2nd)French · 1%

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

Rankings

Living Area

above average
1,802 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 26%Same areaTop 12%CitywideTop 17%
Same street · Waterloo Street
#85 / 322
Top 26% · Avg 1,633 sqft
Same area · Central River Heights
#150 / 1,244
Top 12% · Avg 1,346 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#33,277 / 194,458
Top 17% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

Elite
690k
0255075100
Same streetTop 12%Same areaTop 2%CitywideTop 4%
Same street · Waterloo Street
#40 / 322
Top 12% · Avg 552.1k
Same area · Central River Heights
#25 / 1,244
Top 2% · Avg 443.3k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#8,002 / 194,458
Top 4% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

above average
1953
0255075100
Same streetTop 26%Same areaTop 27%CitywideBottom 31%

Lot Size

Elite
7,961 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 9%Same areaTop 2%CitywideTop 11%

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Transit & Walkability

Nearby stops, routes & transit score

Nearby Amenities

Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more

551 Waterloo Street — 4 amenities found within 500 m, across 3 categories, including 1 education (nearest 257 m), 2 parks (nearest 363 m).

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🏫Education1
🌳Parks2
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%

Sales History

Sold 11/2019CA$400k–450k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 43%

Same area

Top 35%

City-wide

Top 25%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 551 Waterloo Street, Winnipeg

Property Overview: 551 Waterloo Street, Central River Heights

Key Characteristics & Appeal

This home is a standout offering in the desirable Central River Heights neighborhood, combining generous space with established charm. Its primary appeal lies in the rare combination of a large, nearly 8,000 sqft lot—placing it in the top 9% on its street and top 2% in the neighborhood—with a renovated basement and the added luxury of a private pool. Built in 1953, the one-storey house offers a comfortable 1,802 sqft of living space, which is notably above average for both the area and the city.

The property’s assessed value of $690k firmly positions it as an elite offering in Central River Heights (top 2%) and city-wide (top 4%), signaling a premium, well-regarded asset. This isn't just a home; it's a substantial land holding in a prime location. It would particularly suit buyers who value outdoor privacy and space for gardening or recreation more than sheer interior square footage, and who are looking for a move-in-ready property with high-end amenities like a pool and updated basement. It’s an ideal fit for families or downsizers seeking single-level living without compromising on lot size or prestige in one of Winnipeg’s most established communities.


Frequently Asked Questions

1. How does the lot size compare to typical properties?
The 7,961 sqft lot is a key feature, significantly larger than the average for Central River Heights (~5,581 sqft) and even more so for Waterloo Street itself (~5,833 sqft). This places it in the top tier of properties for land area locally.

2. What does the "Elite" assessed value ranking mean?
An assessed value ranking in the "Elite" (top 2-5%) category for the neighborhood and city indicates the property is formally valued among the highest in its peer group. This often reflects a combination of its large lot, desirable location, and improvements like the renovation and pool.

3. The home was last sold in 2019 for $43,800. Why is the assessed value now $690k?
The 2019 sale price appears to be an outlier not reflective of current market value—it may have been a non-arms-length transaction or a sale with specific conditions. The current assessed value is the relevant figure for understanding its standing in today's market.

4. Is a pool common for homes in this area?
No, a private pool is a uncommon and premium feature for homes in Central River Heights, adding a unique recreational and lifestyle appeal not found in most neighboring properties.

5. As a one-storey home, is the living space sufficient for a family?
With 1,802 sqft of living area, the home is above average size for the neighborhood and city. The renovated basement provides additional flexible space, making the total usable area quite generous for a single-level floor plan.

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