653 Oxford Street

Central River Heights, Winnipeg

63.9

Fair

Overall 63.9

Smaller but newer than most nearby homes

1,072 sqft (bottom 25%)

Built in 1955 (2 yrs newer than avg)

Located in a high-income area

with median household income of ~109k

Transit 80.0

3-min walk to transit with 3 nearby routes

Within 500m: 2 schools, 2 parks, 1 sports facility, and 2 bank/ATMs nearby

Living Area

Below average

20% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Above average

2 yrs newer than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 68%Tagalog · 6%

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

63.9 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

50.9Fair
Living Area1,072 sqft52Fair
Year Built195536Low
Lot Size5,998 sqft74Good
Neighbourhood Sales Activity28Low

Community Score

83.5Excellent
Household Income88Excellent
Education Level72Good
Housing Stress83Excellent
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: #46110426

Community deep dive

$109K

Median household income

$112K

Average household income

7%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.2

Income inequality (Gini)

3.1

P90 / P10 ratio

22%

Single-person households

33%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)469
Labour force participation rate69%
Median age42.8
Avg household size2.6
Unemployment rate12%
Population density3126 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)7%
Single-person households22%
Couple families with children33%
Median household income (2020)$109K

Housing

Renter households7%
Condominium dwellings0%
Median dwelling value (owners)$352K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)21%
Visible minority25%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)37%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 67%
Mother tongue (2nd)Tagalog · 6%

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

Rankings

Living Area

around average
1,072 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 30%Same areaBottom 25%CitywideBottom 36%
Same street · Oxford Street
#208 / 297
Bottom 30% · Avg 1,641 sqft
Same area · Central River Heights
#934 / 1,244
Bottom 25% · Avg 1,346 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#124,646 / 194,458
Bottom 36% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

around average
421k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 46%Same areaTop 50%CitywideTop 34%
Same street · Oxford Street
#161 / 297
Bottom 46% · Avg 480.4k
Same area · Central River Heights
#616 / 1,244
Top 50% · Avg 443.3k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#65,393 / 194,458
Top 34% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

above average
1955
0255075100
Same streetTop 17%Same areaTop 10%CitywideBottom 34%

Lot Size

around average
5,998 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 40%Same areaTop 34%CitywideTop 32%

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Transit & Walkability

Nearby stops, routes & transit score

Nearby Amenities

Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more

653 Oxford Street — 8 amenities found within 500 m, across 5 categories, including 2 education (nearest 266 m), 2 parks (nearest 241 m).

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🏫Education2
🌳Parks2
💪Sports1
🏦Finance2
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 11/2024CA$450k–500k
Sold price

Same street

Top 34%

Same area

Top 23%

City-wide

Top 19%

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Highlights & common questions: 653 Oxford Street, Winnipeg

Property Overview: 653 Oxford Street, Central River Heights

Key Characteristics & Appeal

This 1955 one-storey home in Central River Heights sits on a generous, approximately 6,000 sqft lot, offering more outdoor space than many comparable properties in both the immediate area and city-wide. Its key updated feature is a renovated basement, adding valuable finished living space to the home's 1,072 sqft main floor. The property includes a detached garage.

The primary appeal lies in its land value and location within a sought-after neighbourhood. The lot size is a significant asset, ranking well above the neighbourhood and city averages, presenting opportunities for gardening, expansion, or simply enjoying more private outdoor space. While the living area is modest, the renovated basement helps maximize the home's functional footprint. The sale price point positions it as a relative value within Central River Heights.

This property would suit a pragmatic buyer who values land over a large existing structure. It's ideal for someone looking to enter the neighbourhood, potentially a first-time buyer, an investor, or a downsizer comfortable with a cozy main floor layout. The lot also holds quiet appeal for those with a long-term view, considering the potential for future additions or landscaping projects.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How does the lot size compare to others nearby?
A: The lot is a standout feature. At nearly 6,000 sqft, it is larger than the average lot for both Central River Heights and the city overall, offering more private outdoor space than many neighbouring properties.

Q: The living area seems smaller. How livable is the layout?
A: The main floor living area is indeed modest. However, the presence of a renovated basement significantly adds to the usable living space, effectively expanding the home's functional square footage beyond the main floor total.

Q: Is the assessed value a reliable indicator of the market price?
A: The recent sale price was higher than the assessed value, which is common. The assessed value is for taxation purposes, while the sale price reflects current market conditions, buyer demand for the lot and location, and the value of the renovations.

Q: What is the significance of the home's age?
A: Built in 1955, the home is newer than many on its street and in Central River Heights. This can sometimes mean updated core systems or a layout that feels more modern than older character homes, though specific conditions should be verified.

Q: What are the implications of a detached garage?
A: A detached garage offers flexibility—it can be used for vehicle storage, a workshop, or extra storage without impacting the main house's layout. It may also present future potential, but it does require going outdoors to access it from the house.

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