239 Larsen Avenue

Chalmers, Winnipeg

Property score

35.5

Below average

Overall 35.5 · Smaller than most nearby homes

637 sqft (bottom 9%) · Built in 1925 (9 yrs older than avg)

Located in a average-income area with median household income of ~60.4k

Transit 74.0 · 2-min walk to transit with 2 nearby routes · Within 500m: 1 school, 2 parks, 2 place of worships, and 1 government office nearby

Living Area

Below average

33% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Near average

9 yrs older than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 76%Tagalog · 3%

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

35.5 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

21.8Low
Living Area637 sqft15Low
Year Built192520Low
Lot Size3,299 sqft38Low
Neighbourhood Sales Activity61Fair

Community Score

56.1Fair
Household Income64Fair
Education Level22Low
Housing Stress74Good
Core Housing Need63Fair
Employment Health60Fair

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: #46110896

Community deep dive

$60K

Median household income

$65K

Average household income

18%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.2

Income inequality (Gini)

2.9

P90 / P10 ratio

35%

Single-person households

20%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)583
Labour force participation rate65%
Median age36.4
Avg household size2.2
Unemployment rate13%
Population density5830 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)18%
Single-person households35%
Couple families with children20%
Median household income (2020)$60K

Housing

Renter households54%
Condominium dwellings0%
Median dwelling value (owners)$190K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)21%
Visible minority26%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)12%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 76%
Mother tongue (2nd)Tagalog · 3%

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

Rankings

Living Area

below average
637 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 9%Same areaBottom 9%CitywideBottom 1%
Same street · Larsen Avenue
#185 / 203
Bottom 9% · Avg 937 sqft
Same area · Chalmers
#2,559 / 2,815
Bottom 9% · Avg 953 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#191,720 / 194,458
Bottom 1% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

around average
212k
0255075100
Same streetTop 35%Same areaTop 44%CitywideBottom 10%
Same street · Larsen Avenue
#71 / 203
Top 35% · Avg 201.9k
Same area · Chalmers
#1,249 / 2,815
Top 44% · Avg 210.8k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#175,062 / 194,458
Bottom 10% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

above average
1925
0255075100
Same streetTop 27%Same areaTop 42%CitywideBottom 15%

Lot Size

above average
3,299 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 18%Same areaTop 40%CitywideBottom 17%

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Transit & Walkability

Nearby stops, routes & transit score

Nearby Amenities

Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more

239 Larsen Avenue — 6 amenities found within 500 m, across 4 categories, including 1 education (nearest 464 m), 2 parks (nearest 257 m).

Search radius
🏫Education1
🌳Parks2
Worship2
🏛️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 11/2016CA$150k–200k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 16%

Same area

Bottom 25%

City-wide

Bottom 5%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 239 Larsen Avenue, Winnipeg

Property Overview

This 1925 one-storey home at 239 Larsen Avenue in Winnipeg's Chalmers neighbourhood presents a specific and compelling opportunity. Its key appeal lies in the value of its land and location rather than the size of the home itself. The house sits on a 3,299 sqft lot, which is notably larger than many in the immediate area and offers space for gardening, expansion, or future development. A significant feature is the recently renovated basement, adding functional living space to the modest 637 sqft main floor. The detached garage provides additional storage or workshop potential.

This property is ideally suited for a first-time buyer, an investor, or a downsizer seeking an affordable entry into the market with a solid foundation to build upon. Its below-average assessed value and sale price reflect its compact living area, making it a practical choice for those comfortable with a smaller footprint or looking for a strategic hold. The appeal is for a buyer who sees potential in the land and the renovated basement, and who values character and location over sheer square footage. It’s a home that asks for a pragmatic vision, offering the chance to live in a established neighbourhood while investing in the asset of the property itself.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is the house too small?
At 637 sqft, the living area is compact, ranking below most homes in the city. However, the renovated basement significantly expands the usable space, making it functional for a single person, a couple, or someone looking to downsize without sacrificing all their belongings.

2. Why is the assessed value so much lower than the city-wide average?
The assessed value reflects the property's specific characteristics: a smaller, older home on a standard-sized lot. It is priced in line with similar homes in the Chalmers area, offering affordability compared to the Winnipeg-wide average, which is skewed by newer, larger homes in different neighbourhoods.

3. What does the land size mean for me?
The 3,299 sqft lot is larger than many on Larsen Avenue and in Chalmers. This provides a generous outdoor space for its setting and could offer future potential for additions, a garden, or landscaping projects that wouldn't be possible on a smaller plot.

4. What should I know about a house built in 1925?
A home of this age has character but requires due diligence. While systems may have been updated, a thorough inspection is essential to understand the condition of the original structure, wiring, and plumbing. The renovated basement is a positive modern update.

5. Who would this property not suit?
It likely wouldn't fit a growing family needing multiple bedrooms or someone seeking a modern, open-concept layout without renovation work. It’s best for those who appreciate the practicality of a smaller home and see value in the lot and location over immediate size and modern finishes.

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