603 Oak Street

Central River Heights, Winnipeg

66.9

Good

Overall 66.9

Smaller and older than most nearby homes

1,088 sqft (bottom 26%)

Built in 1950 (3 yrs older than avg)

Located in a high-income area

with median household income of ~137k

Transit 80.0

3-min walk to transit with 3 nearby routes

Within 500m: 2 schools, 3 parks, and 1 place of worship nearby

Living Area

Below average

19% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Below average

3 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

66.9 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

48.6Low
Living Area1,088 sqft52Fair
Year Built195030Low
Lot Size5,063 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
1,088 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 10%Same areaBottom 26%CitywideBottom 38%
Same street · Oak Street
#230 / 255
Bottom 10% · Avg 1,734 sqft
Same area · Central River Heights
#917 / 1,244
Bottom 26% · Avg 1,346 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#120,125 / 194,458
Bottom 38% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

above average
465k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 44%Same areaTop 32%CitywideTop 26%
Same street · Oak Street
#142 / 255
Bottom 44% · Avg 548.4k
Same area · Central River Heights
#400 / 1,244
Top 32% · Avg 443.3k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#50,068 / 194,458
Top 26% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

around average
1950
0255075100
Same streetTop 45%Same areaBottom 22%CitywideBottom 28%

Lot Size

around average
5,063 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 47%Same areaBottom 30%CitywideBottom 47%

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

603 Oak Street — 6 amenities found within 500 m, across 3 categories, including 2 education (nearest 471 m), 3 parks (nearest 276 m).

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🏫Education2
🌳Parks3
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 11/2020CA$400k–450k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 46%

Same area

Top 32%

City-wide

Top 24%
Sold 9/2020CA$250k–300k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 1%

Same area

Bottom 4%

City-wide

Bottom 32%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 603 Oak Street, Winnipeg

Property Overview: 603 Oak Street, Central River Heights

Key Characteristics & Appeal

This one-storey home on a standard 5,063 sqft lot in Central River Heights presents a practical opportunity. Built in 1950, its key updated feature is a renovated basement, adding valuable finished space to the 1,088 sqft main floor. The home includes a detached garage. Its appeal is grounded in value and potential within a well-established neighbourhood.

The data reveals a nuanced picture: while the living area is modest compared to immediate neighbours, the property’s assessed value ranks above average citywide, suggesting the lot and location hold significant worth. This combination suits specific buyers: first-time homeowners looking for an entry point into a desirable area, practical downsizers seeking a manageable footprint without leaving the neighbourhood, or value-oriented investors attracted by the renovated basement’s income potential and the lot’s underlying value. Its true appeal lies not in sheer size, but as a solid foundation in a prime location—ideal for someone who sees the value in what can be built upon or improved over time.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is the living space too small?
At 1,088 sqft on the main floor, the home is cozier than many on its street. However, the renovated basement effectively doubles the usable living area, making the overall footprint more practical for daily life.

2. How does the assessed value compare to the recent sale price?
The home last sold for $280k in September 2020. Its current assessed value is significantly lower at $46.5k. It’s important to note that in Manitoba, property assessments are not market valuations; they are used for calculating municipal taxes. The sale price from 2020 is a far better indicator of its market value.

3. What does the lot size mean for future potential?
At just over 5,000 sqft, the lot is a standard city size. It is not exceptionally large, but it is typical for Central River Heights and provides adequate outdoor space and potential for additions or landscaping, subject to local zoning bylaws.

4. Is a home from 1950 a concern?
While newer than many homes on its street, a 76-year-old house will likely have older core systems (like plumbing and electrical) unless they have been documented as updated. A thorough inspection is essential, but the renovated basement is a positive, modernized element.

5. Who would this property not suit?
It may not be the best fit for buyers seeking a large, move-in-ready home with ample above-ground square footage or those wanting a brand-new build. It’s better suited for those comfortable with a character home and who see the value in its location and basement renovation.

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