342 Martin Avenue W

Chalmers, Winnipeg

33.0

Below average

Overall 33.0

Smaller and older than most nearby homes

680 sqft (bottom 17%)

Built in 1911 (23 yrs older than avg)

Located in a above-average income area

with median household income of ~67.5k

Transit 86.0

3-min walk to transit with 4 nearby routes

Within 500m: 1 dining spot, and 1 park nearby

Living Area

Below average

29% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Below average

23 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

33.0 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

18.0Low
Living Area680 sqft15Low
Year Built191116Low
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
680 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 15%Same areaBottom 17%CitywideBottom 3%
Same street · Martin Avenue W
#356 / 419
Bottom 15% · Avg 948 sqft
Same area · Chalmers
#2,339 / 2,815
Bottom 17% · Avg 953 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#188,697 / 194,458
Bottom 3% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

below average
159k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 21%Same areaBottom 23%CitywideBottom 4%
Same street · Martin Avenue W
#333 / 419
Bottom 21% · Avg 211.2k
Same area · Chalmers
#2,181 / 2,815
Bottom 23% · Avg 210.8k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#187,044 / 194,458
Bottom 4% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

below average
1911
0255075100
Same streetBottom 17%Same areaBottom 20%CitywideBottom 7%

Lot Size

below average
2,264 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 18%Same areaBottom 6%CitywideBottom 1%

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Transit & Walkability

Nearby stops, routes & transit score

Nearby Amenities

Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more

342 Martin Avenue W — 2 amenities found within 500 m, across 2 categories, including 1 dining (nearest 280 m), 1 parks (nearest 253 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining1
🌳Parks1

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

Bottom 28%

Same area

Bottom 29%

City-wide

Bottom 5%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 342 Martin Avenue W, Winnipeg

Property Overview: 342 Martin Avenue W, Winnipeg

Key Characteristics & Appeal

This is a compact, one-storey home built in 1911, situated on a standard city lot in the Chalmers neighbourhood. Its primary appeal lies in its simplicity and potential. With 680 square feet of living space and an unrenovated basement, it presents a straightforward, manageable footprint. The lot size, while below average for the city, is typical for the immediate area, offering modest outdoor space with minimal upkeep.

The property is best suited for a specific type of buyer. It would be an ideal entry point for a first-time homeowner comfortable with a project, or an investor looking for a rental property with a low entry cost. Its scale makes ongoing property taxes and maintenance costs relatively predictable. A thoughtful perspective is its potential as a "right-sized" home for someone seeking to downsize without moving into a condo, offering ground-level living and a small yard. The recent sale in August 2024 suggests it is a turnkey property, but the unrenovated basement indicates room for future customization or value addition according to an owner's needs and budget.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What does "below average" in the rankings actually mean for this home?
It primarily means the home is smaller and older than many properties in Winnipeg. However, within its own street and neighbourhood context, it is quite typical. This translates to a lower purchase price and assessed value, which can be an advantage for budget-conscious buyers.

2. Is the basement finished or usable for storage?
The listing specifies the basement exists but is "not renovated." It is likely a classic, unfinished cellar space suitable for mechanical systems and general storage, but not designed as living space.

3. What is the parking situation without a garage?
The property has no garage. Parking would be on-street. Prospective buyers should visit to assess typical parking availability on Martin Avenue W.

4. How does the recent sale price compare to the assessed value?
The home sold for $16,400 in August 2024, which was slightly above its last assessed value of $15,900. This close alignment suggests the sale was near market value at that time.

5. Are the mechanical systems (furnace, wiring, plumbing) original due to the home's age?
While the home is from 1911, the systems have almost certainly been updated at some point. A key step for any buyer would be to determine the age and condition of the roof, furnace, and electrical service during an inspection.

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