33.0
Below average
Property score
33.0
Below average
Overall 33.0
Smaller and older than most nearby homes
670 sqft (bottom 14%)
Built in 1911 (23 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, and 4 parks nearby
Sold for $250,000 over asking
Winnipeg Real Estate Sales Summary & Market Analysis May 11–17, 2026
Living Area
Below average
30% 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)
1,193
206.3k
$226/sqft
1934
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33.0 is composed by the two sections below.
Property Score
Community Score
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.
Sales-to-New-Listings
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
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.
Dissemination area (DA) — Statistics Canada 2021 Census · Area: #46110931
$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
Figures are for the census dissemination area containing this listing location; sources and margins may apply per Statistics Canada.
Rank by land area, larger = better rank
Rank by year, newer = better rank
Rank by living area, larger = better rank
Rank by assessed value, higher = better rank
Bar: fill length ≈ share of peers you outperform. Fill color reflects tier (red / blue / amber / gray). “Avg” is a rough median benchmark for comparable homes in that scope.
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Nearby stops, routes & transit score
Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more
420 Harbison Avenue W — 6 amenities found within 500 m, across 3 categories, including 1 dining (nearest 271 m), 1 education (nearest 426 m), 4 parks (nearest 152 m).
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%
Same street
Same area
City-wide
| Metric | Same street | Same area | City-wide |
|---|---|---|---|
Sold price | Bottom 31% | Bottom 34% | Bottom 6% |
Same street
Same area
City-wide
| Metric | Same street | Same area | City-wide |
|---|---|---|---|
Sold price | Bottom 11% | Bottom 12% | Bottom 2% |
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Address · Year Built · Living Area
Address · Distance
Address · Tax-Assessed Value
Property Overview: 420 Harbison Avenue W
Key Characteristics & Buyer Appeal
This is a compact, one-storey home built in 1911, situated on a standard city lot in the Chalmers neighbourhood. Its key appeal lies in its simplicity and potential as an affordable entry point into the Winnipeg market. With 670 square feet of living space, a detached garage, and an unrenovated basement, it presents a straightforward, no-frills property.
The home’s standout characteristic is its value proposition. The assessed value and recent sale price are significantly below city-wide averages, making it one of the most affordable options available. This is not a large or modernized home—its living area, land size, and age rank below average even for its immediate street and neighbourhood. That very fact defines its niche: it’s a practical canvas.
This property would suit a first-time buyer comfortable with a project, an investor looking for a low-cost rental, or someone seeking a minimal footprint. Its value is in what it is—an economical structure in an established area—rather than in finished luxury. A thoughtful perspective for the right buyer is seeing the below-average rankings not as drawbacks, but as the source of its accessibility and a clear starting point for incremental, budget-conscious improvements.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Is this a "tear-down" or a liveable home?
Based on the sale history and assessed value, it is likely a liveable, functional home. The description of an unrenovated basement suggests it's utilitarian but not condemned. It is best viewed as a home requiring updates rather than a complete rebuild.
2. Why is the assessed value so much lower than the city average?
The assessed value reflects the home's modest size, age, and likely condition relative to the broader market. It is consistent with values in its immediate area, indicating it's priced for its specific market segment, not the city-wide average.
3. What does "below average" for land and living area mean practically?
Practically, it means the lot (2,265 sq ft) and house (670 sq ft) are smaller than most in Winnipeg. This translates to less maintenance and lower utility costs, but also limited space for expansions or large gatherings.
4. The home sold for $170k in 2021 but only $13.2k in 2017. What explains this?
The 2017 sale price of $13.2k is exceptionally low and may have been a non-arms-length transaction, such as between family members, or for the land value only. The 2021 price of $170k is the relevant, market-based indicator of its recent value.
5. Who would this property NOT suit?
It would not suit buyers looking for a move-in-ready home with modern finishes, those needing multiple bedrooms or ample space, or anyone unwilling to handle maintenance or gradual updates inherent to a century-old property.
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