389 Desautels Street

Central St. Boniface, Winnipeg

Property score

56.0

Fair

Overall 56.0 · Compared with neighbourhood average

1,007 sqft (bottom 31%) · Built in 1922 (17 yrs older than avg)

Located in a above-average income area with median household income of ~72k

Transit 80.0 · 2-min walk to transit with 3 nearby routes · Within 500m: 4 dining spots, 3 schools, 1 park, and 2 sports facilitys nearby

Living Area

Below average

22% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Below average

17 yrs older than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 48%French · 39%

Past 10 years Central St. Boniface sales snapshot (~80% of all data)

Sold Count

407

Median price

293k

$/sqft

$337/sqft

Avg build year

1939

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Property score

56.0 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

46.0Low
Living Area52
1,007 sqftFair
Year Built20
1922Low
Lot Size46
3,918 sqftLow
Neighbourhood Sales Activity78
Good

Community Score

71.1Good
Household Income72
Good
Education Level72
Good
Housing Stress63
Fair
Core Housing Need76
Good
Employment Health68
Good

Neighbourhood Sales

Central St. Boniface

How to read: Share of sales in each ~$50k price band for “central st. boniface” (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: #46110812

Community deep dive

$72K

Median household income

$96K

Average household income

10%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.3

Income inequality (Gini)

3.3

P90 / P10 ratio

35%

Single-person households

19%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)874
Labour force participation rate65%
Median age44.0
Avg household size2.1
Unemployment rate7%
Population density1409 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)10%
Single-person households35%
Couple families with children19%
Median household income (2020)$72K

Housing

Renter households47%
Condominium dwellings11%
Median dwelling value (owners)$376K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)8%
Visible minority9%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)37%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 48%
Mother tongue (2nd)French · 38%

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

Rankings

Living Area

around average
1,007 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 12%Same areaBottom 31%CitywideBottom 27%
Same street · Desautels Street
#22 / 25
Bottom 12% · Avg 1,391 sqft
Same area · Central St. Boniface
#735 / 1,058
Bottom 31% · Avg 1,284 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#142,645 / 194,458
Bottom 27% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

below average
235k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 8%Same areaBottom 13%CitywideBottom 14%
Same street · Desautels Street
#23 / 25
Bottom 8% · Avg 304k
Same area · Central St. Boniface
#924 / 1,058
Bottom 13% · Avg 347.1k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#167,220 / 194,458
Bottom 14% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

around average
1922
0255075100
Same streetTop 40%Same areaBottom 37%CitywideBottom 14%

Lot Size

around average
3,918 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 4%Same areaBottom 42%CitywideBottom 24%

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

389 Desautels Street — 12 amenities found within 500 m, across 6 categories, including 4 dining (nearest 305 m), 3 education (nearest 268 m), 1 parks (nearest 250 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining4
🏫Education3
🌳Parks1
💪Sports2
🏦Finance1
Fuel Stations1

Crime & Safety

Central St. Boniface · WPS public data · 2026

Annual incidents

64

2026

vs. city avg

+117%

relative to avg

Year-over-year

-93%

vs. prior year

Primary type

Property

55%

Sales History

Sold 7/2021CA$250k–300k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 23%

Same area

Bottom 32%

City-wide

Bottom 26%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 389 Desautels Street, Winnipeg

Property Overview

This 1922 one-and-three-quarter storey home on Desautels Street in Central St. Boniface presents a straightforward opportunity centered on its location and land. With 1,007 sqft of living space, an unrenovated basement, and a detached garage, the home itself is modest and requires updating. Its key appeal lies in its lot size (3,918 sqft), which is notably larger than many in the immediate area, offering potential for expansion or outdoor use. The property’s assessed and recent sale values are significantly below city averages, positioning it as an accessible entry point into the established St. Boniface neighbourhood.

This home would suit a practical buyer looking for a footprint in a historic community without a premium price tag. It’s a candidate for a long-term renovation project, an investor considering a hold-and-renovate strategy, or someone who values larger private outdoor space over a modernized interior. The low financial barrier allows for allocating resources toward customization.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this a good investment property?
Given its below-average price point for the area and the enduring demand in St. Boniface, it has a strong foundation for value growth. The unrenovated state means immediate rental income would likely be lower, but it allows an investor to add value through strategic updates.

What does "one-and-three-quarter storey" mean?
This is a common Winnipeg architectural style where the upper floor is smaller than the main floor, often with sloped ceilings on the sides. It typically means the upstairs bedrooms are cozy, with potentially limited full-height wall space.

How does the lot size compare?
The lot is larger than most on Desautels Street itself (ranking in the top 4% for size on the street), but is closer to the average for the broader Central St. Boniface neighbourhood. This suggests a relative advantage over its direct neighbours.

Why is the assessed value so much lower than the city average?
The assessed value reflects the home’s age, condition, and smaller living area relative to the Winnipeg-wide average, which includes many newer, larger suburban homes. It is more aligned with values for unrenovated character homes in core neighbourhoods.

What are the major considerations for renovation?
Any significant update should budget for modernizing electrical and plumbing systems common in a 1922 home. The unrenovated basement presents both a blank slate and a potential moisture control priority. The large lot could also factor into plans for an addition, subject to zoning.