287 Union Avenue W

Chalmers, Winnipeg

63.1

Fair

Overall 63.1

Larger and newer than most nearby homes

1,289 sqft (top 10%)

Built in 1960 (26 yrs newer than avg)

Located in a above-average income area

with median household income of ~67.5k

Transit 80.0

4-min walk to transit with 3 nearby routes

Within 500m: 1 dining spot, 1 school, 2 parks, and 1 place of worship nearby

Living Area

Above average

35% larger than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Above average

26 yrs newer 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

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Property score

63.1 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

60.3Fair
Living Area1,289 sqft66Good
Year Built196043Low
Lot Size4,526 sqft60Fair
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

above average
1,289 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 11%Same areaTop 10%CitywideTop 42%
Same street · Union Avenue W
#24 / 228
Top 11% · Avg 942 sqft
Same area · Chalmers
#291 / 2,815
Top 10% · Avg 953 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#82,393 / 194,458
Top 42% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

Elite
325k
0255075100
Same streetTop 4%Same areaTop 4%CitywideBottom 37%
Same street · Union Avenue W
#10 / 228
Top 4% · Avg 214.2k
Same area · Chalmers
#126 / 2,815
Top 4% · Avg 210.8k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#122,076 / 194,458
Bottom 37% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

above average
1960
0255075100
Same streetTop 15%Same areaTop 15%CitywideBottom 42%

Lot Size

Elite
4,526 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 5%Same areaTop 16%CitywideBottom 35%

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

287 Union Avenue W — 5 amenities found within 500 m, across 4 categories, including 1 dining (nearest 418 m), 1 education (nearest 427 m), 2 parks (nearest 340 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 8/2022CA$350k–400k
Sold price

Same street

Top 5%

Same area

Top 3%

City-wide

Top 45%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 287 Union Avenue W, Winnipeg

Property Overview

This one-storey home at 287 Union Avenue W in Winnipeg's Chalmers neighbourhood presents a unique value proposition. Its key appeal lies in the significant disparity between its modest sale price and its above-average lot size and assessed value. Sitting on a 4,526 sqft lot—which places it in the top 5% for size on its street—the property offers substantial land relative to its cost. The home itself, built in 1960, is newer than many in the immediate area and features a renovated basement and a detached garage.

This property would particularly suit pragmatic buyers looking for a solid foundation, whether as a long-term hold, a candidate for future expansion, or a strategic land investment. Its strong assessed value compared to local peers suggests underlying equity, making it attractive to value-oriented purchasers or those willing to invest in updates over time. It’s a practical choice for someone prioritizing lot potential and location fundamentals over a move-in-ready finish.


Frequently Asked Questions

1. Why is the sale price significantly lower than the city-wide average?
The price reflects the local market dynamics of the Chalmers area and the home’s specific condition. It indicates a value opportunity based on lot size and assessed value metrics when compared directly to its immediate neighbours and area peers.

2. What does the "Elite" ranking for Assessed Value mean?
It means the property’s official assessed value is in the top 4% compared to similar homes on its street and in the Chalmers neighbourhood. This suggests the municipal assessment sees strong underlying value here relative to the local market, often based on lot characteristics and building metrics.

3. Is the 1,289 sqft living area sufficient for a family?
While around average for Winnipeg, the living area is notably larger than typical homes on Union Avenue W and in Chalmers, ranking in the top 10-11%. Combined with a renovated basement, it offers functional space for a small family or couple, with the lot size providing room for potential addition.

4. How does the 1960 build year compare to nearby homes?
It is above average for both the street and the neighbourhood, where many comparable homes were built in the 1910s-1940s. This suggests potentially newer core systems (like plumbing and electrical) than many surrounding properties.

5. What is the practical benefit of such a large lot?
Beyond simple outdoor space, a lot in the top 5% for the street offers multiple options: room for additions, gardening, recreational use, or future development potential subject to zoning. It provides a scarcity value that smaller lots in the area do not have.

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