394 Thames Avenue

Chalmers, Winnipeg

Property score

33.1

Below average

Overall 33.1 · Smaller and older than most nearby homes

600 sqft (bottom 6%) · Built in 1911 (23 yrs older than avg)

Located in a average-income area with median household income of ~53.6k

Transit 100.0 · 2-min walk to transit with 8 nearby routes · Within 500m: 1 dining spot, 1 school, 4 parks, and 4 place of worships nearby

Living Area

Below average

37% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Below average

23 yrs older than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 73%Tagalog · 5%

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

33.1 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

19.5Low
Living Area600 sqft15Low
Year Built191116Low
Lot Size2,762 sqft28Low
Neighbourhood Sales Activity61Fair

Community Score

53.6Fair
Household Income58Fair
Education Level22Low
Housing Stress63Fair
Core Housing Need63Fair
Employment Health76Good

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: #46110683

Community deep dive

$54K

Median household income

$63K

Average household income

23%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.2

Income inequality (Gini)

3.1

P90 / P10 ratio

38%

Single-person households

20%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)615
Labour force participation rate72%
Median age34.0
Avg household size2.3
Unemployment rate11%
Population density6150 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)23%
Single-person households38%
Couple families with children20%
Median household income (2020)$54K

Housing

Renter households64%
Condominium dwellings0%
Median dwelling value (owners)$240K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)29%
Visible minority37%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)13%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 73%
Mother tongue (2nd)Tagalog · 4%

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

Rankings

Living Area

below average
600 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 6%Same areaBottom 6%CitywideBottom 1%
Same street · Thames Avenue
#33 / 35
Bottom 6% · Avg 997 sqft
Same area · Chalmers
#2,654 / 2,815
Bottom 6% · Avg 953 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#192,753 / 194,458
Bottom 1% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

below average
124k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 6%Same areaBottom 2%CitywideBottom 1%
Same street · Thames Avenue
#33 / 35
Bottom 6% · Avg 224.1k
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

around average
1911
0255075100
Same streetBottom 31%Same areaBottom 20%CitywideBottom 7%

Lot Size

around average
2,762 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 40%Same areaBottom 34%CitywideBottom 8%

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Transit & Walkability

Nearby stops, routes & transit score

Nearby Amenities

Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more

394 Thames Avenue — 10 amenities found within 500 m, across 4 categories, including 1 dining (nearest 260 m), 1 education (nearest 333 m), 4 parks (nearest 265 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining1
🏫Education1
🌳Parks4
Worship4

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 7/2023CA$100k–150k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 1%

Same area

Bottom 6%

City-wide

Bottom 1%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 394 Thames Avenue, Winnipeg

Property Overview

394 Thames Avenue is a compact, one-storey home built in 1911 on a standard-sized lot in Winnipeg's Chalmers neighbourhood. Its key appeal lies in its position as a highly affordable entry point into the housing market. The home features a detached garage and a basement that is present but unrenovated. With a living area of 600 sqft, it is notably smaller than most homes on its street, in the area, and across the city.

This property would primarily suit a specific type of buyer: those seeking a minimal footprint or a strategic investment. It could be ideal for a first-time buyer comfortable with a "right-sizing" lifestyle, an investor looking for a low-cost rental property, or a buyer with land-value vision who sees the potential in the lot itself. The very low assessed and recent sale values indicate this is not a move-in-ready showhome, but a base for future plans—whether that's gradual renovation, rental income, or long-term holding in an established neighbourhood.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Why is the living space so much smaller than nearby homes?
At 600 sqft, this home is significantly more compact than neighbouring properties. This is characteristic of its era and original design, suggesting it may have been built as a modest starter home or worker's cottage. It presents an opportunity for efficient living or a straightforward canvas for an addition.

2. What does the "unrenovated" basement imply?
The listing notes a basement exists but is not renovated. Buyers should budget for potential foundational assessments, moisture control, and basic finishing to make it a functional space. It may currently be suitable only for utilities and storage.

3. The assessed value seems very low. What does this mean for property taxes?
A low assessed value typically results in lower annual property taxes, which is a financial advantage for the owner. It's important to note that assessed value for tax purposes is different from market value, which is determined by what a buyer is willing to pay.

4. Is the value here in the house or the land?
Given the home's age, size, and condition, a significant portion of the purchase price is likely attributed to the land. The 2,762 sqft lot is a standard size for the area and may hold future redevelopment potential, which is a key consideration for investors.

5. How does this home compare to the nearby references on Tweed and Riverton Avenues?
The listed "for reference" properties are larger in living area, have higher assessed values, and one is much newer. They are not direct comparables but illustrate what exists in the broader neighbourhood. 394 Thames Avenue stands out for its affordability and minimal scale within the same community.

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