311 Bowman Avenue

Chalmers, Winnipeg

Property score

57.8

Fair

Overall 57.8 · Larger than most nearby homes

1,302 sqft (top 10%) · Built in 1913 (21 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 school, 1 park, and 1 place of worship nearby

Living Area

Above average

37% larger than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Below average

21 yrs older than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 78%Tagalog · 8%

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

57.8 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

54.6Fair
Living Area71
1,302 sqftGood
Year Built16
1913Low
Lot Size38
3,300 sqftLow
Neighbourhood Sales Activity61
Fair

Community Score

62.6Fair
Household Income68
Good
Education Level34
Low
Housing Stress74
Good
Core Housing Need76
Good
Employment Health68
Good

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: #46110895

Community deep dive

$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

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)712
Labour force participation rate69%
Median age38.0
Avg household size2.4
Unemployment rate13%
Population density5476 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)14%
Single-person households29%
Couple families with children21%
Median household income (2020)$66K

Housing

Renter households22%
Condominium dwellings0%
Median dwelling value (owners)$200K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)20%
Visible minority30%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)17%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 77%
Mother tongue (2nd)Tagalog · 7%

Figures are for the census dissemination area containing this listing location; sources and margins may apply per Statistics Canada.

Rankings

Living Area

above average
1,302 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 7%Same areaTop 10%CitywideTop 41%
Same street · Bowman Avenue
#15 / 217
Top 7% · Avg 897 sqft
Same area · Chalmers
#273 / 2,815
Top 10% · Avg 953 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#80,662 / 194,458
Top 41% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

around average
200k
0255075100
Same streetTop 48%Same areaBottom 49%CitywideBottom 8%
Same street · Bowman Avenue
#105 / 217
Top 48% · Avg 205.1k
Same area · Chalmers
#1,448 / 2,815
Bottom 49% · Avg 210.8k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#178,487 / 194,458
Bottom 8% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

around average
1913
0255075100
Same streetBottom 41%Same areaBottom 33%CitywideBottom 10%

Lot Size

around average
3,300 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 31%Same areaTop 39%CitywideBottom 17%

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

311 Bowman Avenue — 3 amenities found within 500 m, across 3 categories, including 1 education (nearest 467 m), 1 parks (nearest 397 m).

Search radius
🏫Education1
🌳Parks1
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 1/2016CA$150k–200k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 37%

Same area

Bottom 38%

City-wide

Bottom 7%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 311 Bowman Avenue, Winnipeg

Property Overview: 311 Bowman Avenue, Winnipeg

Key Characteristics & Appeal

This home is a one-and-three-quarter storey character property built in 1913, offering a blend of historic charm and practical updates. Its key feature is a renovated basement, adding valuable finished living space to the home's 1,302 sqft footprint. The property sits on a 3,300 sqft lot with a detached garage.

The appeal lies in its above-average living space for its immediate area and street, offering more room than most comparable homes in Chalmers. While it carries the maintenance considerations of an older home, the renovated basement provides a modern touch. The assessed value is modest relative to the city-wide average, suggesting a potentially accessible entry point into the market.

This property would suit a buyer looking for a character home with some updated elements, who values space over a new build. It’s a practical choice for someone comfortable with the quirks and upkeep of a century-old structure but appreciates not starting from scratch in the basement. The data suggests it represents a very specific value proposition: a larger-than-average home for the neighbourhood, at a price point that sits well below the Winnipeg average, likely appealing to pragmatic first-time buyers or investors focused on the fundamentals of square footage and lot size.


Frequently Asked Questions

1. What does "one-and-three-quarter storey" mean?
This is a common architectural style in Winnipeg, typically featuring a full main floor and a second floor where the roofline slopes inward, reducing the ceiling height or square footage in some parts of the upper level. It often adds unique character but can mean slightly less usable space on the top floor compared to a full two-storey.

2. How significant is the renovated basement?
A finished basement in a 1913 home is a major functional upgrade, adding insulated, livable space. It's important to understand the scope and quality of the renovation, including moisture control, ceiling height, and permits, as standards have changed significantly since the home was built.

3. The assessed value seems low. Does that indicate a problem?
Not necessarily. The assessed value is for municipal tax purposes and is heavily influenced by the home's age, location, and recent sale prices in the immediate area. Its low city-wide ranking reflects Winnipeg's wide range of property values. The sale price and market value can be different from the assessed value.

4. What are the implications of the home's age (1913)?
Expect character details but also the potential for older mechanical systems (like plumbing or wiring), windows, and insulation. A thorough inspection is crucial. The data shows the home is older than most in the city but is typical for its street and neighbourhood, meaning local trades may be more familiar with these types of homes.

5. How does the lot size compare?
At 3,300 sqft, the lot is slightly above average for Bowman Avenue and Chalmers, offering a decent outdoor space for the area. However, it is significantly smaller than the average lot across Winnipeg, which trends toward newer, suburban-sized properties. This is a standard urban lot for an established neighbourhood.