421 Martin Avenue W

Chalmers, Winnipeg

42.0

Below average

Overall 42.0

Older than most nearby homes

968 sqft (top 42%)

Built in 1907 (27 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

Living Area

Near average

2% larger 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

42.0 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

33.0Low
Living Area968 sqft42Low
Year Built190710Low
Lot Size2,265 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

around average
968 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 40%Same areaTop 42%CitywideBottom 23%
Same street · Martin Avenue W
#167 / 419
Top 40% · Avg 948 sqft
Same area · Chalmers
#1,169 / 2,815
Top 42% · Avg 953 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#149,685 / 194,458
Bottom 23% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

around average
207k
0255075100
Same streetTop 49%Same areaTop 47%CitywideBottom 9%
Same street · Martin Avenue W
#204 / 419
Top 49% · Avg 211.2k
Same area · Chalmers
#1,317 / 2,815
Top 47% · Avg 210.8k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#176,560 / 194,458
Bottom 9% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

below average
1907
0255075100
Same streetBottom 6%Same areaBottom 11%CitywideBottom 4%

Lot Size

below average
2,265 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 23%Same areaBottom 7%CitywideBottom 2%

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

421 Martin Avenue W — 6 amenities found within 500 m, across 3 categories, including 1 dining (nearest 241 m), 1 education (nearest 410 m), 4 parks (nearest 121 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining1
🏫Education1
🌳Parks4

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 8/2020CA$150k–200k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 37%

Same area

Bottom 37%

City-wide

Bottom 7%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 421 Martin Avenue W, Winnipeg

Property Overview: 421 Martin Avenue W, Winnipeg

Section 1: Key Characteristics & Appeal

This one-and-three-quarter storey home, built in 1907, presents a practical opportunity in Winnipeg's Chalmers neighbourhood. Its key appeal lies in its solid fundamentals and value proposition. With 968 sqft of living space, the home offers a manageable size that is actually quite typical for its immediate street and area, making it a sensible choice for first-time buyers, downsizers, or investors. A notable feature is the renovated basement, which adds functional living space.

The property’s land size is modest for the city but is fairly standard for this specific locale. The home’s assessed value is consistently around the average for both Martin Avenue and the broader Chalmers area, suggesting it is priced in line with local market expectations. Its last sale in 2020 was at a value very close to its current assessment.

This home would best suit a buyer looking for an honest, no-frills property in a mature neighbourhood. It’s for someone who prioritizes a renovated basement over a large yard or garage, and who sees value in a home that is unassuming in its metrics but well-situated within its own community context. It represents a grounded entry into the market without the premium for extra land or newer construction.

Section 2: Frequently Asked Questions

1. How does the lot size compare to others?
The lot is 2,265 sqft, which is below the Winnipeg city average but ranks in the top 77% on Martin Avenue itself. This means it’s actually a fairly typical lot size for this specific street.

2. Is the age of the home (1907) a concern?
The home is 119 years old, which is older than most in Winnipeg. However, it is typical for its area—many comparable homes in Chalmers were built in the same era. A thorough inspection is essential to understand the condition of its original elements.

3. What does the "renovated basement" mean?
The listing confirms the basement has been renovated, but the specific scope and quality of the work (e.g., finishes, moisture control, permits) are not detailed. This should be a key point of inquiry during a viewing.

4. How is the value holding in the area?
The home’s assessed value is squarely in the middle range for both the street and the Chalmers neighbourhood, indicating stable, average value retention for this specific market segment.

5. Are there comparable properties nearby?
Yes, the listing references several nearby homes on Martin Avenue and Union Avenue with similar assessed values, year built, and living areas, such as 430 Martin Avenue W and 374 Martin Avenue W. This provides a clear benchmark for comparison.

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