297 Johnson Avenue W

Chalmers, Winnipeg

Property score

56.9

Fair

Overall 56.9 · Larger but older than most nearby homes

1,145 sqft (top 21%) · Built in 1909 (25 yrs older than avg)

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

Transit 94.0 · 1-min walk to transit with 4 nearby routes · Within 500m: 1 dining spot, 1 school, 3 parks, and 2 place of worships nearby

Living Area

Above average

20% larger 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

56.9 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

50.1Fair
Living Area1,145 sqft60Fair
Year Built190910Low
Lot Size4,602 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
1,145 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 31%Same areaTop 21%CitywideBottom 44%
Same street · Johnson Avenue W
#45 / 145
Top 31% · Avg 1,054 sqft
Same area · Chalmers
#587 / 2,815
Top 21% · Avg 953 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#108,185 / 194,458
Bottom 44% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

below average
158k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 23%Same areaBottom 21%CitywideBottom 4%
Same street · Johnson Avenue W
#112 / 145
Bottom 23% · Avg 226k
Same area · Chalmers
#2,210 / 2,815
Bottom 21% · Avg 210.8k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#187,223 / 194,458
Bottom 4% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

below average
1909
0255075100
Same streetBottom 25%Same areaBottom 14%CitywideBottom 5%

Lot Size

above average
4,602 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 34%Same areaTop 14%CitywideBottom 36%

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

297 Johnson Avenue W — 7 amenities found within 500 m, across 4 categories, including 1 dining (nearest 290 m), 1 education (nearest 408 m), 3 parks (nearest 347 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining1
🏫Education1
🌳Parks3
Worship2

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

Top 47%

Same area

Bottom 43%

City-wide

Bottom 8%

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Highlights & common questions: 297 Johnson Avenue W, Winnipeg

Property Overview: 297 Johnson Avenue W, Winnipeg

Key Characteristics & Appeal

This home is a classic one-and-a-half storey property built in 1909, situated on a notably spacious 4,602 sqft lot in the Chalmers neighbourhood. Its primary appeal lies in its land value and potential. The living space (1,145 sqft) is comfortably above average for the immediate area, offering solid foundations in a character home. A key feature is the existing, unrenovated basement, which presents a clear opportunity for future expansion or development.

The property’s standout characteristic is its lot size, which ranks in the top 14% within Chalmers. This generous outdoor space is a significant asset, especially for buyers interested in gardening, adding a garage or workshop, or simply valuing room to breathe. The recent sale price and assessed value are well below city averages, positioning this as an accessible entry point into the market. This home would suit a practical buyer—perhaps a first-time homeowner, an investor, or a hands-on renovator—who sees value in the land and the structural canvas of a century-old home, and is prepared to tailor the interior spaces to their own needs over time.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What does "unrenovated basement" typically imply?
It generally means the basement is in original or functional condition, but not modernized. Expect a concrete floor, basic finishes, and older mechanical systems. It’s a space with utility or storage potential that awaits a future finishing project.

2. How does the age of the home (1909) affect ownership?
While offering character, a home of this age will likely have older building materials and systems. Prospective buyers should budget for ongoing maintenance and consider a thorough inspection to understand the condition of the foundation, wiring, and plumbing.

3. The assessed value is much lower than the city average. Why?
Assessed value is for municipal tax purposes and is influenced heavily by recent sale prices in the area. This figure reflects the home’s value as a modest, unrenovated property on a desirable lot, not the potential value after improvements.

4. Is the detached garage included?
The listing data specifies a "Detached Garage" under building features, so it is considered part of the property.

5. What is the neighbourhood context for this value?
The home’s metrics are generally average or above for its specific street and the Chalmers area, but well below Winnipeg-wide averages. This indicates it’s a competitively priced property within a more affordable, established neighbourhood, not an outlier.

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