Property score
45.0
Below average
Overall 45.0 · Smaller than most nearby homes
756 sqft (bottom 29%) · Built in 1923 (11 yrs older than avg)
Located in a above-average income area with median household income of ~79k
Transit 74.0 · 3-min walk to transit with 2 nearby routes · Within 500m: 1 school, 1 park, and 1 place of worship nearby
Living Area
Below average
21% smaller than neighborhood avg.
Year Built
Near average
11 yrs older than neighborhood avg.
Mother tongue
English · 80%Tagalog · 3%
Past 10 years Chalmers sales snapshot (~80% of all data)
1,193
206.3k
$226/sqft
1934
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45.0 is composed by the two sections below.
Property Score
Community Score
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.
Sales-to-New-Listings
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
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.
Dissemination area (DA) — Statistics Canada 2021 Census · Area: #46110897
$79K
Median household income
$94K
Average household income
7%
Low income (LIM-AT)
0.2
Income inequality (Gini)
3.1
P90 / P10 ratio
35%
Single-person households
23%
Families with children
Figures are for the census dissemination area containing this listing location; sources and margins may apply per Statistics Canada.
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Nearby stops, routes & transit score
Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more
249 Ottawa Avenue — 3 amenities found within 500 m, across 3 categories, including 1 education (nearest 404 m), 1 parks (nearest 486 m).
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%
Same street
Same area
City-wide
| Metric | Same street | Same area | City-wide |
|---|---|---|---|
Sold price | Top 41% | Top 41% | Bottom 13% |
Same street
Same area
City-wide
| Metric | Same street | Same area | City-wide |
|---|---|---|---|
Sold price | Bottom 25% | Bottom 28% | Bottom 5% |
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Address · Year Built · Living Area
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Address · Tax-Assessed Value
Property Overview: 249 Ottawa Avenue, Winnipeg
Key Characteristics & Appeal
This one-storey home on a 3,072 sqft lot in Chalmers presents a straightforward, value-oriented opportunity. Built in 1923, its 756 sqft living area is modest and typical for the immediate street, but notably smaller than the Winnipeg average. The home lacks a basement and has a detached garage. Its primary appeal lies in its relative affordability and position as a manageable entry point into the market. The assessed value of $170k is around average for Ottawa Avenue, yet sits well below typical city-wide figures, highlighting the area's accessible pricing.
This property would suit a first-time buyer, an investor, or someone seeking a downsized, low-maintenance footprint. Its size and lot are proportionate, suggesting the potential is in the existing structure rather than extensive expansion. A thoughtful perspective is that while the home ranks below average in many city-wide metrics, it fits comfortably within its local context—this isn't a outlier, but a characteristic home for the block. For the right buyer, that represents stability and a clear, unvarnished project without the premium of a trending neighbourhood.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Is the lack of a basement a major drawback?
It limits storage and potential for a developed rec room or suite, which is a consideration for growing families. However, it can mean fewer moisture concerns and simplifies the home's mechanical systems, appealing to those seeking simplicity.
2. How does the recent sale history inform the value?
The home sold for $210k in May 2021, which is $40k above its 2016 sale price. The current assessed value of $170k is significantly lower than that recent sale price, which may indicate a market adjustment or reflect specific conditions of that prior sale.
3. What is the neighbourhood of Chalmers like?
Chalmers is an established, mature neighbourhood in Winnipeg. The data shows homes here generally have smaller lots and living areas compared to the city-wide average, indicating a more compact, community-focused setting rather than a suburban one.
4. Are the property taxes likely to be high?
Given the assessed value is in the bottom 95% city-wide, the property tax burden should be relatively low compared to the Winnipeg average, which is a key financial advantage.
5. What kind of investment or renovation potential does it have?
With a living area below the neighbourhood average, there may be potential to add value through thoughtful updates or an addition, subject to zoning. The lot size is standard for the street, so expansion would need to be vertical. The data suggests the value is firmly in the land and structure as-is, making major renovations a personal preference rather than a clear value-play.
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