679 Elm Street

Central River Heights, Winnipeg

67.2

Good

Overall 67.2

Smaller but newer than most nearby homes

1,027 sqft (bottom 18%)

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: 1 dining spot, 1 school, 1 park, and 1 bank/ATM nearby

Living Area

Below average

24% 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

67.2 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

49.8Low
Living Area1,027 sqft52Fair
Year Built195336Low
Lot Size5,303 sqft67Good
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
1,027 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 2%Same areaBottom 18%CitywideBottom 29%
Same street · Elm Street
#254 / 258
Bottom 2% · Avg 1,723 sqft
Same area · Central River Heights
#1,016 / 1,244
Bottom 18% · Avg 1,346 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#138,467 / 194,458
Bottom 29% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

around average
384k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 7%Same areaBottom 24%CitywideTop 43%
Same street · Elm Street
#240 / 258
Bottom 7% · Avg 520.8k
Same area · Central River Heights
#949 / 1,244
Bottom 24% · Avg 443.3k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#83,066 / 194,458
Top 43% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

above average
1953
0255075100
Same streetTop 22%Same areaTop 27%CitywideBottom 31%

Lot Size

around average
5,303 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 37%Same areaBottom 44%CitywideTop 48%

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Transit & Walkability

Nearby stops, routes & transit score

Nearby Amenities

Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more

679 Elm Street — 5 amenities found within 500 m, across 5 categories, including 1 dining (nearest 490 m), 1 education (nearest 209 m), 1 parks (nearest 91 m).

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🍽️Dining1
🏫Education1
🌳Parks1
🏦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 679 Elm Street.

🗑️

Garbage

monday

♻️

Recycling

monday

🍂

Yard Waste

monday a

Sales History

Sold 7/2019CA$300k–350k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 1%

Same area

Bottom 21%

City-wide

Top 50%

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Highlights & common questions: 679 Elm Street, Winnipeg

Property Overview: 679 Elm Street, Central River Heights, Winnipeg

Section 1: Key Characteristics & Appeal

This one-storey home on a generous 5,303 sqft lot presents a specific and compelling opportunity. Its key characteristic is the significant value placed on the land itself, situated in the desirable Central River Heights area. The house, built in 1953, is notably compact at 1,027 sqft of living space, which is well below the average for the immediate street and neighbourhood. However, it features a renovated basement and a detached garage.

The primary appeal lies in its potential. For the price-conscious buyer seeking entry into a prime location, it offers a solid footprint in a mature community known for its charm and amenities. It perfectly suits a hands-on buyer—perhaps a first-time homeowner willing to live in a cozy space while planning future expansions, or an investor looking for a land-value play with a rentable basement suite. The below-average assessed value for the area suggests room for value growth through updates or strategic renovations. It’s a property for those who see foundation and possibility, rather than a move-in-ready finish.

Section 2: Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is the low living area a major drawback?
It depends on your needs. For a single person, couple, or small family comfortable with efficient living, it’s manageable, especially with a renovated basement for additional space. For those needing ample room, it would feel cramped without a significant addition.

2. Why is the assessed value lower than many neighbours?
The assessed value is typically based on the property as it exists. The combination of a smaller, older home on a valuable lot results in an assessment that reflects the current structure more than the full land potential, which can represent an opportunity.

3. What does "renovated basement" include?
The listing does not specify the extent. We recommend this be a key question for the seller or their agent to understand the finish quality, ceiling height, proper permits, and whether it includes a separate entrance or kitchenette.

4. How does the 1953 build year affect the home?
Being newer than many homes on the street is a plus for core systems, but a home of this age will still likely have original or aging components. A thorough inspection for the roof, wiring, plumbing, and insulation is essential.

5. Who is this property not suited for?
It’s likely not a fit for buyers seeking a large, turn-key home without renovation plans, or for those who prioritize immediate spaciousness over location and long-term potential.

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