620 Montrose Street

Central River Heights, Winnipeg

63.0

Fair

Overall 63.0

Smaller but newer than most nearby homes

972 sqft (bottom 11%)

Built in 1953

Located in a high-income area

with median household income of ~143k

Transit 80.0

4-min walk to transit with 3 nearby routes

Within 500m: 2 schools, 1 park, 1 bank/ATM, and 2 place of worships nearby

Living Area

Below average

28% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Above average

0 yrs newer than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 84%French · 3%

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

63.0 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

42.8Low
Living Area972 sqft42Low
Year Built195336Low
Lot Size4,799 sqft60Fair
Neighbourhood Sales Activity28Low

Community Score

93.3Excellent
Household Income93Excellent
Education Level100Excellent
Housing Stress100Excellent
Core Housing Need100Excellent
Employment Health68Good

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: #46111043

Community deep dive

$143K

Median household income

$196K

Average household income

3%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.3

Income inequality (Gini)

2.9

P90 / P10 ratio

11%

Single-person households

40%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)376
Labour force participation rate63%
Median age46.8
Avg household size2.7
Unemployment rate4%
Population density2350 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)3%
Single-person households11%
Couple families with children40%
Median household income (2020)$143K

Housing

Renter households0%
Condominium dwellings0%
Median dwelling value (owners)$448K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)9%
Visible minority6%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)71%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 84%
Mother tongue (2nd)French · 2%

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

Rankings

Living Area

below average
972 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 2%Same areaBottom 11%CitywideBottom 23%
Same street · Montrose Street
#281 / 287
Bottom 2% · Avg 1,766 sqft
Same area · Central River Heights
#1,105 / 1,244
Bottom 11% · Avg 1,346 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#149,103 / 194,458
Bottom 23% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

above average
498k
0255075100
Same streetTop 50%Same areaTop 22%CitywideTop 20%
Same street · Montrose Street
#143 / 287
Top 50% · Avg 522.7k
Same area · Central River Heights
#274 / 1,244
Top 22% · Avg 443.3k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#39,021 / 194,458
Top 20% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

above average
1953
0255075100
Same streetTop 20%Same areaTop 27%CitywideBottom 31%

Lot Size

around average
4,799 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 9%Same areaBottom 16%CitywideBottom 39%

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Transit & Walkability

Nearby stops, routes & transit score

Nearby Amenities

Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more

620 Montrose Street — 6 amenities found within 500 m, across 4 categories, including 2 education (nearest 245 m), 1 parks (nearest 70 m).

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🏫Education2
🌳Parks1
🏦Finance1
Worship2

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 620 Montrose Street.

🗑️

Garbage

monday

♻️

Recycling

monday

🍂

Yard Waste

monday a

Sales History

Sold 10/2020CA$400k–450k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 48%

Same area

Top 31%

City-wide

Top 24%
Sold 3/2017CA$250k–300k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 2%

Same area

Bottom 3%

City-wide

Bottom 27%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 620 Montrose Street, Winnipeg

Property Overview: 620 Montrose Street, Winnipeg

Section 1: Key Characteristics & Appeal

This one-storey home in Central River Heights is defined by its generous lot and efficient living space. Built in 1953, it is notably newer than many homes on its street and in the established neighbourhood. The primary asset is the 4,799 sqft lot, which is sizable for the area and offers significant potential for gardening, expansion, or outdoor living. The living area itself is a modest 972 sqft, suggesting a cozy, low-maintenance interior that has been updated with a renovated basement. A detached garage completes the picture.

The appeal lies in a unique balance: it’s a manageable, updated home on a substantial piece of land in a desirable, central neighbourhood. It suits first-time buyers seeking an entry point into River Heights without the upkeep of a larger house, or practical downsizers who want a smaller interior but still value private outdoor space. Investors or visionaries may also see value in the land-to-building ratio for future potential.

Section 2: Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is the house too small for a family?
While the 972 sqft living area is compact, the renovated basement provides additional flexible space. The large lot also effectively extends the living area outdoors in warmer months, making it viable for a small or young family.

2. Why is the assessed value relatively low compared to the city average?
The assessed value reflects the home’s modest size and characteristics for municipal tax purposes, not necessarily the current market price. Its value is above average for both the neighbourhood and city, indicating it is a solid asset within its context.

3. What does the sale history indicate?
The home sold for $44.80k in 2020 and $26.50k in 2017. This significant increase over three years suggests active improvement and investment in the property, likely including the basement renovation.

4. Is the older neighbourhood a concern for property condition?
Quite the opposite. The data shows this 1953 home is actually newer than most on Montrose Street (top 20%) and in Central River Heights (top 27%). This can mean fewer issues with very aged infrastructure compared to its immediate peers.

5. What are the main trade-offs with this property?
You are trading interior square footage for a larger-than-average lot in a prime location. The appeal is land and location over spacious living areas. The detached garage also means accessing your vehicle in winter will require going outside.

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