Property score
31.9
Below average
Overall 31.9 · Smaller and older than most nearby homes
576 sqft (bottom 4%) · Built in 1910 (24 yrs older than avg)
Located in a above-average income area with median household income of ~65.5k
Transit 76.0 · 6-min walk to transit with 4 nearby routes · Within 500m: 1 dining spot, and 2 parks nearby
Living Area
Below average
40% smaller than neighborhood avg.
Year Built
Below average
24 yrs older than neighborhood avg.
Mother tongue
English · 78%Tagalog · 8%
Past 10 years Chalmers sales snapshot (~80% of all data)
1,193
206.3k
$226/sqft
1934
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31.9 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: #46110895
$66K
Median household income
$78K
Average household income
14%
Low income (LIM-AT)
0.2
Income inequality (Gini)
3.0
P90 / P10 ratio
29%
Single-person households
21%
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
285 Harbison Avenue W — 3 amenities found within 500 m, across 2 categories, including 1 dining (nearest 488 m), 2 parks (nearest 387 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 1% | Bottom 1% | Bottom 1% |
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Address · Year Built · Living Area
Address · Distance
Address · Tax-Assessed Value
Property Overview: 285 Harbison Avenue W
Key Characteristics & Appeal
This is a very compact, century-old home (built 1910) on a modest lot in Winnipeg's Chalmers neighborhood. The data clearly defines its niche: with only 576 sqft of living space and a lot size of 1,943 sqft, it ranks in the bottom 1-2% of the city for both metrics. The assessed value is correspondingly low, placing it at the absolute bottom of the scale compared to other homes. There is no basement, garage, or pool.
Its primary appeal is its extreme affordability and minimal footprint, presenting a unique opportunity. This property would not suit a typical family buyer. Instead, it is a candidate for a specific, budget-conscious purchaser such as an investor looking for a straightforward rental property, a buyer seeking the absolute lowest entry point into homeownership, or someone interested in a small-scale redevelopment project, given the lot size, which is larger than the home itself. It represents a utilitarian real estate holding rather than a conventional family home.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Why is the assessed value so low compared to the city average?
The assessed value reflects the property's very small size, age, and basic characteristics relative to the broader market. It is priced for its land and existing structure as-is, not for comparability with standard family homes.
2. What type of renovation or repair should I expect with a 1910 build?
Buyers should budget for and anticipate updates to fundamental systems. While the roof, wiring, and plumbing may have been updated over the decades, a professional inspection is essential to understand the current condition and necessary investments.
3. Is this property suitable as a primary residence?
It could serve as a very basic primary residence for a single person or couple with minimal space needs. The lack of basement storage and small square footage requires a minimalist lifestyle. Its suitability is highly dependent on the buyer's tolerance for a compact living environment.
4. What are the potential uses for the land?
The lot, while below average in size, is significantly larger than the footprint of the current house. This discrepancy may interest buyers with a long-term view toward eventually replacing the existing structure, subject to local zoning and bylaws.
5. How does the recent sale history inform the current value?
The property sold for $8,300 in June 2021, which is closely aligned with its current assessed value. This recent transaction supports the valuation as a stable, low-cost asset in its segment of the market.
