252 Riverton Avenue

Chalmers, Winnipeg

49.7

Below average

Overall 49.7

Larger but older than most nearby homes

1,426 sqft (top 6%)

Built in 1907 (27 yrs older than avg)

Located in a below-average income area

with median household income of ~43.2k

Transit 92.0

3-min walk to transit with 5 nearby routes

Within 500m: 2 schools, 1 shop, 2 parks, and 5 place of worships nearby

Living Area

Above average

50% larger than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Below average

27 yrs older than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 70%Tagalog · 6%

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

49.7 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

57.0Fair
Living Area1,426 sqft75Good
Year Built190710Low
Lot Size3,779 sqft46Low
Neighbourhood Sales Activity61Fair

Community Score

38.8Low
Household Income45Low
Education Level22Low
Housing Stress42Low
Core Housing Need25Low
Employment Health52Fair

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: #46110682

Community deep dive

$43K

Median household income

$51K

Average household income

34%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.2

Income inequality (Gini)

3.2

P90 / P10 ratio

51%

Single-person households

13%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)569
Labour force participation rate68%
Median age35.2
Avg household size2.0
Unemployment rate22%
Population density4376 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)34%
Single-person households51%
Couple families with children13%
Median household income (2020)$43K

Housing

Renter households88%
Condominium dwellings5%
Median dwelling value (owners)

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)28%
Visible minority31%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)10%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 69%
Mother tongue (2nd)Tagalog · 6%

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

Rankings

Living Area

above average
1,426 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 10%Same areaTop 6%CitywideTop 34%
Same street · Riverton Avenue
#20 / 199
Top 10% · Avg 1,035 sqft
Same area · Chalmers
#165 / 2,815
Top 6% · Avg 953 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#66,800 / 194,458
Top 34% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

around average
181k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 35%Same areaBottom 37%CitywideBottom 6%
Same street · Riverton Avenue
#129 / 199
Bottom 35% · Avg 218k
Same area · Chalmers
#1,778 / 2,815
Bottom 37% · Avg 210.8k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#182,968 / 194,458
Bottom 6% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

around average
1907
0255075100
Same streetBottom 35%Same areaBottom 11%CitywideBottom 4%

Lot Size

above average
3,779 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 43%Same areaTop 28%CitywideBottom 23%

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Transit & Walkability

Nearby stops, routes & transit score

Nearby Amenities

Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more

252 Riverton Avenue — 10 amenities found within 500 m, across 4 categories, including 2 education (nearest 280 m), 1 shopping (nearest 115 m), 2 parks (nearest 106 m).

Search radius
🏫Education2
🛒Shopping1
🌳Parks2
Worship5

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 12/2017CA$150k–200k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 23%

Same area

Bottom 28%

City-wide

Bottom 5%

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Highlights & common questions: 252 Riverton Avenue, Winnipeg

Property Overview: 252 Riverton Avenue, Winnipeg

Section 1: Key Characteristics & Appeal

This two-storey home, built in 1907, presents a classic opportunity in Winnipeg's Chalmers neighbourhood. Its primary appeal lies in the generous proportions of both its living space and lot relative to the immediate area. With 1,426 sqft of living area, the home offers significantly more interior space than most comparable houses on its street and in the wider neighbourhood. The 3,779 sqft lot is also above average for Chalmers, providing ample outdoor space.

The home suits practical buyers looking for value and potential. It’s ideal for someone comfortable with a property that has an unfinished basement and no garage, seeing these not as drawbacks but as blank canvases for future improvement. The historically low assessed value points to an accessible entry point into the market. This property would resonate most with value-conscious purchasers, hands-on renovators who appreciate solid older home construction, and those prioritizing more interior and exterior space over modern finishes or a central city location. A thoughtful perspective is that while the home is older than most in the city, its age is typical for Riverton Avenue, meaning it fits the established character of the street, which can be a stabilizing factor.

Section 2: Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the true condition of the property?
The listing notes the basement exists but is "not renovated." Prospective buyers should budget for a professional inspection to understand the full scope of the home's condition, including the basement, and any needed updates to the 119-year-old structure.

2. How does the sale price compare to the assessed value?
The home last sold in 2017 for $160,000, while its current assessed value is $18,100. It's crucial to understand that assessed value is for municipal tax purposes and is not a market valuation. The previous sale price is a more relevant benchmark, but current market conditions will determine today's value.

3. What are the implications of not having a garage?
The property has no garage. Buyers should consider the cost and feasibility of adding off-street parking or a storage shed, and factor in street parking availability, especially during Winnipeg winters.

4. How does the lot size benefit me?
At 3,779 sqft, the lot is larger than many in the neighbourhood. This offers valuable outdoor space for gardening, recreation, or future additions like a deck, garage, or expanded parking.

5. Is the living area efficiently laid out?
While the living area is generous for the area, the layout of a 1907 home may differ from modern open-concept designs. Viewing the property in person is essential to see if the room sizes and flow match your lifestyle needs.

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