339 Union Avenue W

Chalmers, Winnipeg

34.8

Below average

Overall 34.8

Smaller and older than most nearby homes

711 sqft (bottom 21%)

Built in 1907 (27 yrs older than avg)

Located in a above-average income area

with median household income of ~67.5k

Transit 86.0

2-min walk to transit with 4 nearby routes

Within 500m: 1 dining spot, 1 park, and 1 place of worship nearby

Living Area

Below average

25% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Below average

27 yrs older than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 76%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

34.8 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

21.0Low
Living Area711 sqft22Low
Year Built190710Low
Lot Size2,264 sqft18Low
Neighbourhood Sales Activity61Fair

Community Score

55.4Fair
Household Income70Good
Education Level10Low
Housing Stress74Good
Core Housing Need50Fair
Employment Health60Fair

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: #46110931

Community deep dive

$68K

Median household income

$74K

Average household income

19%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.2

Income inequality (Gini)

3.4

P90 / P10 ratio

29%

Single-person households

17%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)738
Labour force participation rate61%
Median age35.2
Avg household size2.5
Unemployment rate8%
Population density5271 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)19%
Single-person households29%
Couple families with children17%
Median household income (2020)$68K

Housing

Renter households32%
Condominium dwellings0%
Median dwelling value (owners)$200K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)26%
Visible minority33%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)8%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 75%
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

below average
711 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 20%Same areaBottom 21%CitywideBottom 4%
Same street · Union Avenue W
#183 / 228
Bottom 20% · Avg 942 sqft
Same area · Chalmers
#2,214 / 2,815
Bottom 21% · Avg 953 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#186,258 / 194,458
Bottom 4% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

below average
127k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 4%Same areaBottom 3%CitywideBottom 2%
Same street · Union Avenue W
#220 / 228
Bottom 4% · Avg 214.2k
Same area · Chalmers
#2,732 / 2,815
Bottom 3% · Avg 210.8k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#191,502 / 194,458
Bottom 2% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

below average
1907
0255075100
Same streetBottom 11%Same areaBottom 11%CitywideBottom 4%

Lot Size

below average
2,264 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 20%Same areaBottom 6%CitywideBottom 1%

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Transit & Walkability

Nearby stops, routes & transit score

Nearby Amenities

Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more

339 Union Avenue W — 3 amenities found within 500 m, across 3 categories, including 1 dining (nearest 264 m), 1 parks (nearest 252 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining1
🌳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 8/2022CA$100k–150k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 16%

Same area

Bottom 19%

City-wide

Bottom 3%
Sold 11/2021CA$100k–150k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 6%

Same area

Bottom 10%

City-wide

Bottom 2%
Sold 10/2021CA$100k–150k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 1%

Same area

Bottom 3%

City-wide

Bottom 1%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 339 Union Avenue W, Winnipeg

Property Overview

This is a compact, one-storey home built in 1907 on a standard city lot in the Chalmers neighbourhood. Its key appeal lies in its position as a highly affordable entry point into the Winnipeg market. The home presents a straightforward, no-frills opportunity: it has a functional living space of 711 sqft, an unrenovated basement, and no garage. Recent sale prices have been consistently low, reflecting its as-is condition.

The property is best suited for a specific type of buyer. It would be a practical fit for an investor looking for a low-cost rental property, a hands-on buyer seeking a literal "blank slate" for a gradual, budget-friendly renovation, or someone with the goal of minimal debt who values land ownership over the condition of the dwelling itself. A less obvious perspective is its potential for downsizers or individuals seeking extreme simplicity, as the small footprint means very low utility costs and minimal upkeep—once any necessary repairs are addressed.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What does "below average" in the rankings actually mean for this house?
It consistently ranks in the bottom tiers for size, value, and age compared to other homes on its street, in Chalmers, and across Winnipeg. This isn't necessarily a negative; it quantitatively confirms the property's status as a smaller, older, and more affordable option than most.

2. Is the land size a positive aspect here?
Yes. While the house itself is small, the lot is a standard city size (2,264 sqft). This is a key asset, offering outdoor space and future potential that a condo at a similar price point would not.

3. What is implied by an "unrenovated" basement?
Typically, this means the basement is in original or rough condition, likely with concrete floors and walls, and used solely for utilities and storage. It is not a finished living space and may have moisture or ceiling height considerations.

4. How should I interpret the recent sale history?
The home has sold several times in recent years for very low prices (between $10k and $15k). This suggests it is consistently treated by the market as a land-value purchase or a project property, not for its current living standards.

5. Are the low property taxes as advantageous as they seem?
The assessed value and corresponding taxes are very low, which is a clear financial benefit. However, this directly reflects the home's current state. Significant improvements or renovations would likely lead to a higher assessment and increased taxes in the future.

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