659 Cambridge Street

Central River Heights, Winnipeg

52.4

Fair

Overall 52.4

Smaller and older than most nearby homes

735 sqft (bottom 1%)

Built in 1949 (4 yrs older than avg)

Located in a high-income area

with median household income of ~95k

Transit 94.0

1-min walk to transit with 4 nearby routes

Within 500m: 2 schools, 2 parks, 2 bank/ATMs, and 2 place of worships nearby

Living Area

Below average

45% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Below average

4 yrs older than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 80%Tagalog · 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

52.4 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

30.6Low
Living Area735 sqft22Low
Year Built194930Low
Lot Size5,398 sqft67Good
Neighbourhood Sales Activity28Low

Community Score

85.1Excellent
Household Income83Excellent
Education Level91Excellent
Housing Stress83Excellent
Core Housing Need88Excellent
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: #46110425

Community deep dive

$95K

Median household income

$112K

Average household income

3%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.2

Income inequality (Gini)

2.9

P90 / P10 ratio

32%

Single-person households

21%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)488
Labour force participation rate73%
Median age45.6
Avg household size2.1
Unemployment rate5%
Population density2870 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)3%
Single-person households32%
Couple families with children21%
Median household income (2020)$95K

Housing

Renter households13%
Condominium dwellings8%
Median dwelling value (owners)$360K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)28%
Visible minority14%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)50%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 79%
Mother tongue (2nd)Tagalog · 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
735 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 5%Same areaBottom 1%CitywideBottom 6%
Same street · Cambridge Street
#185 / 195
Bottom 5% · Avg 1,332 sqft
Same area · Central River Heights
#1,240 / 1,244
Bottom 1% · Avg 1,346 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#183,552 / 194,458
Bottom 6% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

around average
355k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 43%Same areaBottom 10%CitywideBottom 48%
Same street · Cambridge Street
#111 / 195
Bottom 43% · Avg 421.7k
Same area · Central River Heights
#1,123 / 1,244
Bottom 10% · Avg 443.3k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#101,160 / 194,458
Bottom 48% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

above average
1949
0255075100
Same streetTop 28%Same areaBottom 11%CitywideBottom 27%

Lot Size

around average
5,398 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 39%Same areaTop 49%CitywideTop 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

659 Cambridge Street — 8 amenities found within 500 m, across 4 categories, including 2 education (nearest 481 m), 2 parks (nearest 289 m).

Search radius
🏫Education2
🌳Parks2
🏦Finance2
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%

Sales History

Sold 8/2024CA$350k–400k
Sold price

Same street

Top 32%

Same area

Bottom 46%

City-wide

Top 34%
Sold 10/2017CA$250k–300k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 23%

Same area

Bottom 5%

City-wide

Bottom 33%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 659 Cambridge Street, Winnipeg

Property Overview

This one-storey home on a generous lot in Central River Heights presents a specific and compelling opportunity. Built in 1949, its key characteristic is the significant discrepancy between its modest 735 sqft living area and its larger-than-average 5,398 sqft lot. The home features a renovated basement and a detached garage. Its recent sale price is positioned around the average for the immediate street.

The primary appeal lies in its land value and potential. The lot size is well above average for the neighbourhood, offering rare space for expansion, gardening, or future redevelopment in a central, established area. The renovated basement adds functional living space beyond the main floor's footprint. This property would best suit a value-driven buyer looking for a starter home with clear expansion potential, an investor interested in the long-term land value, or someone willing to live in a compact footprint to secure a prime lot location. It’s less suited for those seeking immediate move-in condition with ample above-ground square footage.


Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is the living area too small for a family?
The 735 sqft main floor is compact. However, the renovated basement provides additional finished space, making it more viable for a small family or couple. The lot size also allows for a future addition, subject to permits and approvals.

2. Why is the assessed value relatively low compared to the sale price?
Municipal assessments for tax purposes often lag behind market values and may not fully capture recent renovations or the premium for a larger lot in a desirable neighbourhood. The sale price reflects current market conditions.

3. What does the lot size actually allow for?
A lot of over 5,000 sqft in Central River Heights is a significant asset. It provides ample backyard space, room for a detached garage or workshop, and potential for a lateral or rear addition—options that are scarce on standard city lots.

4. Are older homes like this expensive to maintain?
While the basement has been renovated, the main structure is from 1949. Buyers should budget for updates to major aging components like the roof, windows, and plumbing, and are advised to get a thorough inspection.

5. How does the recent sale price compare historically?
The home sold for $39.8k in August 2024, a notable increase from its $28.3k sale in 2017. This suggests rising property values in the area and specific investment in the home, such as the basement renovation.

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