43.8
Below average
Property score
43.8
Below average
Overall 43.8
Compared with neighbourhood average
844 sqft (bottom 42%)
Built in 1913 (21 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, and 2 parks nearby
Sold for $250,000 over asking
Winnipeg Real Estate Sales Summary & Market Analysis May 11–17, 2026
Living Area
Near average
11% smaller than neighborhood avg.
Year Built
Below average
21 yrs older than neighborhood avg.
Mother tongue
English · 76%Tagalog · 7%
Past 10 years Chalmers sales snapshot (~80% of all data)
1,193
206.3k
$226/sqft
1934
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43.8 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: #46110930
$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
Figures are for the census dissemination area containing this listing location; sources and margins may apply per Statistics Canada.
Rank by land area, larger = better rank
Rank by year, newer = better rank
Rank by living area, larger = better rank
Rank by assessed value, higher = better rank
Bar: fill length ≈ share of peers you outperform. Fill color reflects tier (red / blue / amber / gray). “Avg” is a rough median benchmark for comparable homes in that scope.
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Nearby stops, routes & transit score
Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more
268 Martin Avenue W — 4 amenities found within 500 m, across 3 categories, including 1 dining (nearest 448 m), 1 education (nearest 440 m), 2 parks (nearest 326 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 | Bottom 25% | Bottom 25% | Bottom 5% |
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Address · Year Built · Living Area
Address · Distance
Address · Tax-Assessed Value
Property Overview: 268 Martin Avenue W, Winnipeg
Section 1: Key Characteristics & Appeal
This is a compact, one-storey home in Winnipeg's Chalmers neighbourhood, built in 1913. Its key characteristics include a modest 844 sqft living area, an unrenovated basement, and a detached garage on a 2,263 sqft lot. The appeal lies in its straightforward, no-frills nature and its position as an affordable entry point into the market. The lot size, while below average for the city, is typical for the immediate area, offering manageable outdoor space with lower maintenance.
This property would best suit a pragmatic, value-conscious buyer. This could be a first-time purchaser comfortable with a home that needs gradual updates, an investor looking for a rental property with a classic layout, or someone seeking a minimal footprint. Its assessed and recent sale values are significantly below city averages, highlighting its role as a functional starter home rather than a premium property. A thoughtful perspective for the right buyer is appreciating the potential in its simplicity: the unrenovated state provides a clean slate for personalization without the premium of already-finished work, and its smaller scale means lower utility costs and less to maintain.
Section 2: Frequently Asked Questions
1. What does "below average" for land and living area really mean for daily life?
It means the yard and home interior are more compact than the typical Winnipeg house. For daily life, this translates to less lawn to mow and less interior space to heat and clean, which can be a practical advantage for some lifestyles.
2. The home is over 110 years old. What should I be most concerned about?
While the year built is average for the street, primary concerns for a home of this age typically center on the condition of major systems (like plumbing and electrical, which may have been updated over time), the foundation, and the roof. The unrenovated basement warrants a particularly careful inspection for moisture and structural integrity.
3. Why is there such a large gap between the citywide average assessed value (~$390k) and this home's?
This stark difference clearly illustrates Winnipeg's diverse housing stock. This home represents the more affordable segment of the market, common in older neighbourhoods with smaller, classic homes, distinct from newer suburbs with larger, higher-value properties.
4. The home sold for $15.8k in 2019. Is the current assessed value ($18.7k) a reliable indicator of market price?
No, not directly. Both the 2019 sale price and the current assessed value are unusually low and not reflective of a standard market sale. The assessed value is for municipal tax purposes. A realistic market price would be determined by a current appraisal and recent sales of similar, habitable homes in the area.
5. Who might this property not be suitable for?
It likely wouldn't suit a growing family needing multiple bedrooms and ample living space, anyone wanting a move-in-ready home with modern finishes, or a buyer who prioritizes a large private yard or expects significant property value appreciation in the short term.
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