260 Martin Avenue W

Chalmers, Winnipeg

Property score

37.7

Below average

Overall 37.7 · Smaller and older than most nearby homes

680 sqft (bottom 17%) · Built in 1911 (23 yrs older than avg)

Located in a above-average income area with median household income of ~67.5k

Transit 86.0 · 4-min walk to transit with 4 nearby routes · Within 500m: 1 dining spot, 1 school, 2 parks, and 1 place of worship nearby

Living Area

Below average

29% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Below average

23 yrs older than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 76%Tagalog · 7%

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

Need help understanding this property?

Buying a home is more than a transaction. Our Winnipeg real estate agents provide market insights, pricing analysis, and neighbourhood expertise to help you decide with confidence.

Usually replies in a few minutes

Property score

37.7 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

18.0Low
Living Area680 sqft15Low
Year Built191116Low
Lot Size2,263 sqft18Low
Neighbourhood Sales Activity61Fair

Community Score

67.2Good
Household Income70Good
Education Level34Low
Housing Stress83Excellent
Core Housing Need88Excellent
Employment Health83Excellent

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: #46110930

Community deep dive

$68K

Median household income

$77K

Average household income

13%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.2

Income inequality (Gini)

2.9

P90 / P10 ratio

30%

Single-person households

16%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)892
Labour force participation rate69%
Median age34.0
Avg household size2.5
Unemployment rate3%
Population density4955 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)13%
Single-person households30%
Couple families with children16%
Median household income (2020)$68K

Housing

Renter households40%
Condominium dwellings0%
Median dwelling value (owners)$200K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)23%
Visible minority29%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)18%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 75%
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

below average
680 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 15%Same areaBottom 17%CitywideBottom 3%
Same street · Martin Avenue W
#356 / 419
Bottom 15% · Avg 948 sqft
Same area · Chalmers
#2,339 / 2,815
Bottom 17% · Avg 953 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#188,697 / 194,458
Bottom 3% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

below average
169k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 25%Same areaBottom 28%CitywideBottom 5%
Same street · Martin Avenue W
#313 / 419
Bottom 25% · Avg 211.2k
Same area · Chalmers
#2,015 / 2,815
Bottom 28% · Avg 210.8k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#185,339 / 194,458
Bottom 5% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

below average
1911
0255075100
Same streetBottom 17%Same areaBottom 20%CitywideBottom 7%

Lot Size

below average
2,263 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 10%Same areaBottom 3%CitywideBottom 1%

To see this property on a map next to nearby houses—and compare year built, living area, assessed value, and lot size in detail—open the neighbourhood analysis page.

Transit & Walkability

Nearby stops, routes & transit score

Nearby Amenities

Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more

260 Martin Avenue W — 5 amenities found within 500 m, across 4 categories, including 1 dining (nearest 476 m), 1 education (nearest 423 m), 2 parks (nearest 296 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining1
🏫Education1
🌳Parks2
Worship1

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 8/2024CA$150k–200k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 25%

Same area

Bottom 28%

City-wide

Bottom 5%
Sold 6/2021CA$150k–200k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 24%

Same area

Bottom 25%

City-wide

Bottom 4%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 260 Martin Avenue W, Winnipeg

Property Overview: 260 Martin Avenue W, Winnipeg

Key Characteristics & Appeal

This is a compact, one-storey home built in 1911, situated on a standard city lot in the Chalmers neighbourhood. Its key characteristics include a 680 sqft living area, an unrenovated basement, and a detached garage. The data reveals this property sits below average in size, value, and modernity compared to most homes on its street, in Chalmers, and across Winnipeg. Its appeal is rooted in affordability and potential, not in current finishes or size.

The property would suit a specific type of buyer: a first-time purchaser, an investor, or a hands-on individual looking for an entry point into the market with a clear value proposition. Its below-average sale price and assessed value represent a lower financial barrier to entry. The appeal lies in the opportunity to add value through renovation and updates over time, making it a project-oriented purchase rather than a move-in-ready home. A thoughtful perspective is that its smaller scale and simpler layout could be ideal for someone looking to minimize living space and associated costs, or for an investor considering a strategic hold in a neighbourhood where comparable properties have higher assessed values.


Frequently Asked Questions

1. Why is the assessed value so much lower than the recent sale price?
The assessed value is for municipal tax purposes and often lags behind current market conditions. The recent sale price reflects what a buyer was willing to pay in the open market, likely factoring in the property's potential and recent sale trends in the area.

2. What does "below average" for land area mean for a property like this?
While the lot is smaller than many in the city, it is a typical size for its street and neighbourhood. This isn't necessarily a drawback; it means less exterior maintenance and may contribute to the property's affordability, while still providing essential outdoor space and a detached garage.

3. Given its age and unrenovated state, what should a buyer prioritize?
A thorough inspection is essential to understand the condition of major aging systems like the roof, foundation, plumbing, and wiring. Budgeting for these fundamental updates should take precedence over cosmetic renovations.

4. How significant is the price increase from its 2021 sale?
The increase from $15,800 in 2021 to $160,000 in 2024 is substantial. It indicates a rapidly shifting market perception of the property's underlying value, possibly due to broader neighbourhood trends or the simple fact that it became available—highlighting its role as a scarce entry-level asset.

5. Are the nearby comparable properties similar in condition?
The listed nearby properties (e.g., 257 and 222 Martin Ave W) have larger living areas and higher assessed values, suggesting they may be more updated or configured differently. They are useful for understanding the neighbourhood's price range but may not reflect this home's current condition.

Radar charts, rankings, and side-by-side layouts work best on a larger screen. Open this page on a desktop browser for the full experience.