Property score
51.7
Fair
Overall 51.7 · Newer than most nearby homes
1,055 sqft (top 31%) · Built in 1950 (16 yrs newer than avg)
Located in a average-income area with median household income of ~47.6k
Transit 80.0 · 4-min walk to transit with 3 nearby routes · Within 500m: 7 schools, and 2 place of worships nearby
Living Area
Near average
11% larger than neighborhood avg.
Year Built
Above average
16 yrs newer than neighborhood avg.
Mother tongue
English · 69%Tagalog · 7%
Past 10 years Chalmers sales snapshot (~80% of all data)
1,193
206.3k
$226/sqft
1934
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51.7 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: #46110893
$48K
Median household income
$61K
Average household income
23%
Low income (LIM-AT)
0.2
Income inequality (Gini)
3.1
P90 / P10 ratio
54%
Single-person households
16%
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.
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.
Nearby stops, routes & transit score
Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more
438 Ottawa Avenue — 9 amenities found within 500 m, across 2 categories, including 7 education (nearest 224 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 | Top 12% | Top 11% | Bottom 34% |
Same street
Same area
City-wide
| Metric | Same street | Same area | City-wide |
|---|---|---|---|
Sold price | Top 32% | Top 32% | Bottom 16% |
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Address · Year Built · Living Area
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Address · Tax-Assessed Value
Property Overview
438 Ottawa Avenue is a well-maintained, one-storey home built in 1950, situated on a generous 4,501 sqft lot in Winnipeg's Chalmers neighbourhood. Its key appeal lies in the combination of a renovated basement, a detached garage, and a land size that is significantly above average for both its immediate street and the broader area. The home offers 1,055 sqft of living space, which is comfortable and notably larger than many neighbouring properties. Recent sales data shows steady value appreciation.
This property is ideally suited for first-time homebuyers or practical investors seeking a solid, move-in ready home with a large yard and no immediate major renovations required. It also appeals to those who value space and privacy over a newer build, as the lot size offers potential for gardening, expansion, or simply more room than typically found in this price range. A thoughtful perspective is that while the home is older, its above-average rankings for land and living area in the local context suggest it's a standout property on its block, offering more inherent value than a simple city-wide comparison might indicate.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Is the renovated basement a legal suite?
The listing notes a renovated basement but does not specify it as a legal secondary suite. Buyers should verify its compliance with local zoning and building codes if considering rental income.
2. How does the assessed value relate to the likely sale price?
The assessed value is $26.20k, but the home sold for $28.50k in late 2023. In this market, sale prices are typically closer to recent sold data than to the assessed value for taxation purposes.
3. What is the significance of the lot size rankings?
The land is in the top 14% on Ottawa Avenue and top 16% in Chalmers, meaning you're getting a larger-than-typical yard for the neighbourhood. This is a key driver of value and appeal.
4. The home was built in 1950. What should I be concerned about?
While the basement has been renovated, a home of this age will have older core components. A thorough inspection of the roof, foundation, electrical, and plumbing systems is essential.
5. Who are the typical neighbours?
The presence of similar, well-kept homes from the 1920s-1950s on the street suggests a stable, established community. The variety in lot and home sizes indicates a mix of long-term residents and newer homeowners.
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