289 Martin Avenue W

Chalmers, Winnipeg

Property score

37.0

Below average

Overall 37.0 · Smaller and older than most nearby homes

689 sqft (bottom 18%) · Built in 1909 (25 yrs older than avg)

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

Transit 86.0 · 5-min walk to transit with 4 nearby routes · Within 500m: 1 dining spot, 1 school, and 2 parks nearby

Living Area

Below average

28% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Below average

25 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

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Property score

37.0 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

16.8Low
Living Area689 sqft15Low
Year Built190910Low
Lot Size2,271 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
689 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 16%Same areaBottom 18%CitywideBottom 3%
Same street · Martin Avenue W
#353 / 419
Bottom 16% · Avg 948 sqft
Same area · Chalmers
#2,316 / 2,815
Bottom 18% · Avg 953 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#188,267 / 194,458
Bottom 3% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

below average
124k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 3%Same areaBottom 2%CitywideBottom 1%
Same street · Martin Avenue W
#405 / 419
Bottom 3% · Avg 211.2k
Same area · Chalmers
#2,764 / 2,815
Bottom 2% · Avg 210.8k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#191,786 / 194,458
Bottom 1% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

below average
1909
0255075100
Same streetBottom 10%Same areaBottom 14%CitywideBottom 5%

Lot Size

around average
2,271 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 30%Same areaBottom 9%CitywideBottom 2%

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Transit & Walkability

Nearby stops, routes & transit score

Nearby Amenities

Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more

289 Martin Avenue W — 4 amenities found within 500 m, across 3 categories, including 1 dining (nearest 454 m), 1 education (nearest 482 m), 2 parks (nearest 350 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining1
🏫Education1
🌳Parks2

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 11/2021CA$100k–150k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 5%

Same area

Bottom 6%

City-wide

Bottom 1%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 289 Martin Avenue W, Winnipeg

Property Overview

This is a compact, one-storey home built in 1909, situated on a standard residential lot in Winnipeg's Chalmers neighbourhood. Its primary appeal lies in its affordability and potential as a land-value proposition. With a modest 689 sqft of living space, no basement, no garage, and a very low assessed value, it stands out as one of the most accessible entry points into the Winnipeg market. The home would suit a specific buyer: an investor looking for a rental property with minimal upfront investment, a hands-on individual seeking an ultra-affordable renovation project, or a buyer whose priority is securing land in the city with the existing structure being of secondary importance. It's less suited for those seeking move-in-ready comfort or space for a growing family.

A thoughtful perspective for potential buyers is to view this property through a strategic lens. Its extremely low property taxes (reflected by the assessed value) could make it a viable holding property for future redevelopment, especially if the neighbourhood sees gradual renewal. However, its age and size mean that any significant modernization will require a proportionally large investment relative to the home's current value.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Why is the assessed value so much lower than typical Winnipeg homes?
The assessed value reflects the property's age, very small living area, and lack of modern amenities or updates. It is priced among the bottom 1-3% of properties city-wide, indicating it is valued primarily for its land.

2. What are the main considerations for a renovation?
Given the home was built in 1909, prospective renovators should budget for foundational updates, including wiring, plumbing, insulation, and likely a new roof. The compact floor plan may also present layout challenges.

3. Is this a good investment for a rental property?
Its low purchase price and taxes could make for a positive cash flow with a reliable tenant. However, the small size and condition will limit the rental demographic and price, and maintenance costs on a 117-year-old building can be unpredictable.

4. How does the lot size compare to others?
At 2,271 sqft, the lot is around the average size for its immediate street but is smaller than the typical lot in both the Chalmers neighbourhood and Winnipeg overall. It offers standard backyard potential for the area.

5. What does the sale history indicate?
The property last sold in November 2021 for $11,600, which is consistent with its low assessed value. This recent sale at a similar price point reinforces its status as a land-value property rather than a conventional home sale.

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