178 Mighton Avenue

Chalmers, Winnipeg

33.6

Below average

Overall 33.6

Smaller than most nearby homes

520 sqft (bottom 2%)

Built in 1926 (8 yrs older than avg)

Located in a above-average income area

with median household income of ~64k

Transit 92.0

4-min walk to transit with 7 nearby routes

Within 500m: 1 dining spot, 2 schools, 2 shops, and 3 parks nearby

Living Area

Below average

45% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Near average

8 yrs older than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 78%Tagalog · 2%

Past 10 years Chalmers sales snapshot (~80% of all data)

Sold Count

1,193

Median price

206.3k

$/sqft

$226/sqft

Avg build year

1934

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Property score

33.6 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

17.6Low
Living Area520 sqft8Low
Year Built192620Low
Lot Size3,030 sqft38Low
Neighbourhood Sales Activity61Fair

Community Score

57.5Fair
Household Income66Good
Education Level22Low
Housing Stress83Excellent
Core Housing Need76Good
Employment Health42Low

Neighbourhood Sales

Chalmers

How to read: Share of sales in each ~$50k price band for “chalmers” (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: #46110680

Community deep dive

$64K

Median household income

$71K

Average household income

16%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.2

Income inequality (Gini)

3.1

P90 / P10 ratio

35%

Single-person households

20%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)455
Labour force participation rate54%
Median age36.8
Avg household size2.3
Unemployment rate19%
Population density2676 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)16%
Single-person households35%
Couple families with children20%
Median household income (2020)$64K

Housing

Renter households37%
Condominium dwellings7%
Median dwelling value (owners)$200K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)14%
Visible minority10%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)13%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 78%
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
520 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 6%Same areaBottom 2%CitywideBottom 1%
Same street · Mighton Avenue
#29 / 31
Bottom 6% · Avg 882 sqft
Same area · Chalmers
#2,769 / 2,815
Bottom 2% · Avg 953 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#194,040 / 194,458
Bottom 1% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

below average
165k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 23%Same areaBottom 26%CitywideBottom 4%
Same street · Mighton Avenue
#24 / 31
Bottom 23% · Avg 190.5k
Same area · Chalmers
#2,077 / 2,815
Bottom 26% · Avg 210.8k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#186,016 / 194,458
Bottom 4% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

above average
1926
0255075100
Same streetTop 29%Same areaTop 41%CitywideBottom 15%

Lot Size

around average
3,030 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 39%Same areaBottom 49%CitywideBottom 12%

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Transit & Walkability

Nearby stops, routes & transit score

Nearby Amenities

Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more

178 Mighton Avenue — 14 amenities found within 500 m, across 6 categories, including 1 dining (nearest 411 m), 2 education (nearest 105 m), 2 shopping (nearest 185 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining1
🏫Education2
🛒Shopping2
🌳Parks3
Worship5
🏛️Government1

Crime & Safety

Chalmers · WPS public data · 2026

Annual incidents

67

2026

vs. city avg

+127%

relative to avg

Year-over-year

-94%

vs. prior year

Primary type

Property

51%

Sales History

Sold 7/2023CA$150k–200k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 27%

Same area

Bottom 23%

City-wide

Bottom 4%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 178 Mighton Avenue, Winnipeg

Property Overview & Appeal

This one-storey home on Mighton Avenue is a compact, century-old property that presents a specific value proposition. Its key characteristic is the significant discrepancy between its modest living space (520 sq ft) and its generous, city-wide lot size (3,030 sq ft). While the house itself is smaller than most in the area, it features a renovated basement and a detached garage. The appeal lies in its low assessed value and sale price, indicating an entry-point opportunity in the Chalmers neighbourhood. It particularly suits buyers looking for a land-holding strategy—someone willing to live in a cozy, updated space while holding a parcel with future redevelopment potential. It could also appeal to an investor seeking a straightforward rental property with lower upfront costs, or a minimalist buyer who prioritizes outdoor space over interior square footage. The data suggests it’s a home where the land is the primary asset, with the existing structure serving as a functional starting point.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is this a tiny home?
While not marketed as such, the 520 sq ft living area is significantly below average, placing it in the bottom tier for size both locally and city-wide. It functions as a compact, efficient footprint.

2. Why is the assessed value so much lower than the city average?
The assessed value reflects the property’s overall market valuation, which is heavily influenced by the small size and age of the dwelling itself, despite the lot being a substantial asset.

3. What does "renovated basement" mean for a home this size?
A renovated basement in a home of this scale is crucial, as it effectively doubles the usable living space, making the property feel more functional than the main floor square footage alone suggests.

4. Who would this property not suit?
It would likely not suit growing families needing multiple bedrooms, those who prioritize modern, spacious interiors, or anyone uncomfortable with the maintenance considerations of a 100-year-old structure.

5. How does the lot size compare?
The lot is around average for the immediate street and Chalmers area, but is considered below average when compared to the entire city. This highlights the neighbourhood’s more modest, established lot sizes versus newer suburban developments.

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