578 Montrose Street

Central River Heights, Winnipeg

71.9

Good

Overall 71.9

Older than most nearby homes

1,250 sqft (bottom 49%)

Built in 1949 (4 yrs older than avg)

Located in a high-income area

with median household income of ~137k

Transit 80.0

4-min walk to transit with 3 nearby routes

Within 500m: 1 school, 2 parks, 1 bank/ATM, and 1 place of worship nearby

Living Area

Near average

7% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Below average

4 yrs older than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 88%French · 2%

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

71.9 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

57.0Fair
Living Area1,250 sqft66Good
Year Built194930Low
Lot Size5,038 sqft67Good
Neighbourhood Sales Activity28Low

Community Score

94.3Excellent
Household Income92Excellent
Education Level100Excellent
Housing Stress100Excellent
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: #46111045

Community deep dive

$137K

Median household income

$176K

Average household income

2%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.3

Income inequality (Gini)

2.7

P90 / P10 ratio

19%

Single-person households

43%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)568
Labour force participation rate74%
Median age40.8
Avg household size2.7
Unemployment rate8%
Population density3550 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)2%
Single-person households19%
Couple families with children43%
Median household income (2020)$137K

Housing

Renter households5%
Condominium dwellings0%
Median dwelling value (owners)$400K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)7%
Visible minority0%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)63%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 87%
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

around average
1,250 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 17%Same areaBottom 49%CitywideTop 46%
Same street · Montrose Street
#239 / 287
Bottom 17% · Avg 1,766 sqft
Same area · Central River Heights
#636 / 1,244
Bottom 49% · Avg 1,346 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#88,743 / 194,458
Top 46% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

around average
398k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 16%Same areaBottom 34%CitywideTop 39%
Same street · Montrose Street
#242 / 287
Bottom 16% · Avg 522.7k
Same area · Central River Heights
#816 / 1,244
Bottom 34% · Avg 443.3k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#75,508 / 194,458
Top 39% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

around average
1949
0255075100
Same streetTop 37%Same areaBottom 11%CitywideBottom 27%

Lot Size

around average
5,038 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 15%Same areaBottom 28%CitywideBottom 46%

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

578 Montrose Street — 5 amenities found within 500 m, across 4 categories, including 1 education (nearest 403 m), 2 parks (nearest 177 m).

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🏫Education1
🌳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 578 Montrose Street.

🗑️

Garbage

monday

♻️

Recycling

monday

🍂

Yard Waste

monday a

Sales History

Sold 11/2022CA$400k–450k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 35%

Same area

Top 46%

City-wide

Top 31%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 578 Montrose Street, Winnipeg

Property Overview

This two-storey home on Montrose Street in Central River Heights presents a practical opportunity in a well-regarded neighbourhood. Built in 1949, its key characteristics include a renovated basement, a detached garage, and 1,250 square feet of living space on a 5,038 sqft lot.

The appeal lies in its position as a relatively modestly-sized and valued home within a desirable area, potentially offering a more accessible entry point into the neighbourhood. The renovated basement adds functional living space. It would suit first-time buyers or downsizers seeking the convenience and community of River Heights without the premium often attached to larger, more updated homes in the area. A thoughtful perspective is that while the home's metrics (like lot size and living area) are below average for Montrose Street itself, they align more closely with the broader neighbourhood and city averages, suggesting it fits a comfortable, middle-ground niche rather than standing out as exceptionally large or small.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the lot size a disadvantage?
While the land area is below the average for Montrose Street, it is a standard city lot size overall. It offers a manageable yard for maintenance while still providing private outdoor space.

What does the "renovated basement" include?
The listing confirms the basement is renovated but does not specify the scope. This is a key detail to clarify with the seller or agent, as it could range from updated finishes to the addition of legal living space.

How should I interpret the assessed value versus the recent sale price?
The property last sold in November 2022 for $41,300k, slightly above its current assessed value of $39.80k. This suggests the assessment is relatively current, but the market value will be determined by current conditions, the home's state, and buyer demand.

Is the living space sufficient for a family?
At 1,250 sqft, the living area is typical for many Winnipeg homes of this era. It may be cozy for a larger family but is often well-suited for small families, couples, or individuals, especially with the additional finished basement space.

How does this home rank for investment or value retention?
Its position in Central River Heights is a strong fundamental. The fact that its assessed value is around the neighbourhood average indicates it is not an outlier, which can be stabilizing. Its appeal will be tied to the enduring demand for the location and the condition of the home itself.

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