397 Desautels Street

Central St. Boniface, Winnipeg

72.5

Good

Overall 72.5

Larger but older than most nearby homes

2,132 sqft (top 7%)

Built in 1912 (27 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 1 sports facility nearby

Living Area

Above average

66% larger than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Below average

27 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

72.5 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

73.5Good
Living Area2,132 sqft94Excellent
Year Built191216Low
Lot Size5,282 sqft67Good
Neighbourhood Sales Activity78Good

Community Score

71.1Good
Household Income72Good
Education Level72Good
Housing Stress63Fair
Core Housing Need76Good
Employment Health68Good

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

above average
2,132 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 8%Same areaTop 7%CitywideTop 8%
Same street · Desautels Street
#2 / 25
Top 8% · Avg 1,391 sqft
Same area · Central St. Boniface
#72 / 1,058
Top 7% · Avg 1,284 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#15,215 / 194,458
Top 8% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

above average
375k
0255075100
Same streetTop 12%Same areaTop 28%CitywideTop 45%
Same street · Desautels Street
#3 / 25
Top 12% · Avg 304k
Same area · Central St. Boniface
#293 / 1,058
Top 28% · Avg 347.1k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#88,243 / 194,458
Top 45% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

around average
1912
0255075100
Same streetBottom 48%Same areaBottom 27%CitywideBottom 8%

Lot Size

above average
5,282 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 36%Same areaTop 29%CitywideTop 48%

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Transit & Walkability

Nearby stops, routes & transit score

Nearby Amenities

Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more

397 Desautels Street — 11 amenities found within 500 m, across 6 categories, including 4 dining (nearest 315 m), 3 education (nearest 300 m), 1 parks (nearest 211 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining4
🏫Education3
🌳Parks1
💪Sports1
🏦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 1/2024CA$350k–400k
Sold price

Same street

Top 15%

Same area

Top 29%

City-wide

Top 46%
Sold 7/2017CA$300k–350k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 31%

Same area

Top 50%

City-wide

Bottom 39%

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Highlights & common questions: 397 Desautels Street, Winnipeg

Property Overview

This 1912 two-and-a-half storey home on Desautels Street in Central St. Boniface presents a distinct opportunity. Its primary appeal lies in its generous proportions. With over 2,130 square feet of living space, it offers significantly more room than most homes on its street, in the neighbourhood, and across Winnipeg. The lot size is also substantial for the area. These characteristics are reflected in its above-average assessed value for the immediate locale. The home features a detached garage and a basement that is noted as being unrenovated.

This property would best suit a buyer with a vision for restoration or modernization who values space and character over move-in-ready condition. It’s a practical canvas: the solid footprint and lot provide excellent potential, but the age and the state of the basement indicate that updates are needed. It appeals to those looking to put their own stamp on a home in a well-established, central neighbourhood like St. Boniface, where newer homes of comparable size are rare.


Frequently Asked Questions

1. Why is there such a large difference between the 2024 sale price and the 2017 sale price?
The 2024 sale price of $35,100 is not a typical market transaction and likely represents a transfer between family members, a lot value sale, or a legal/financial adjustment. The 2017 sale price of $300,000 is a more accurate reflection of its past market value as a home.

2. How does the living area compare to nearby homes?
The living area is a key strength. It ranks in the top 8% compared to homes on its street, in Central St. Boniface, and citywide, meaning it is significantly larger than the vast majority of comparable properties.

3. What should I know about the basement?
The listing specifically notes the basement exists but is "not renovated." Prospective buyers should budget for potential foundational assessments, moisture control, and a full renovation to make this space habitable or functional.

4. Is the assessed value a good indicator of the market price?
The assessed value is for municipal tax purposes. While it ranks above average for the street, it is around average citywide. Market price will be determined by the home's condition, recent comparable sales, and buyer demand for a character home of this size.

5. What does the year built (1912) mean for a buyer?
A home of this age offers classic character and sturdy construction but requires a proactive maintenance approach. Buyers should prioritize inspections for the roof, wiring, plumbing, and insulation to understand the scope of needed updates or repairs.

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