457 Larsen Avenue

Chalmers, Winnipeg

Property score

40.7

Below average

Overall 40.7 · Smaller than most nearby homes

728 sqft (bottom 25%) · Built in 1913 (21 yrs older than avg)

Located in a above-average income area with median household income of ~68.5k

Transit 86.0 · 2-min walk to transit with 4 nearby routes · Within 500m: 1 dining spot, 2 schools, 2 parks, and 1 place of worship nearby

Living Area

Below average

24% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Below average

21 yrs older than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 69%Tagalog · 13%

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

40.7 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

25.2Low
Living Area728 sqft22Low
Year Built191316Low
Lot Size3,298 sqft38Low
Neighbourhood Sales Activity61Fair

Community Score

64.0Fair
Household Income70Good
Education Level44Low
Housing Stress74Good
Core Housing Need76Good
Employment Health52Fair

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: #46110935

Community deep dive

$69K

Median household income

$71K

Average household income

12%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.2

Income inequality (Gini)

2.7

P90 / P10 ratio

25%

Single-person households

25%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)540
Labour force participation rate67%
Median age36.8
Avg household size2.5
Unemployment rate20%
Population density5400 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)12%
Single-person households25%
Couple families with children25%
Median household income (2020)$69K

Housing

Renter households23%
Condominium dwellings0%
Median dwelling value (owners)$180K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)30%
Visible minority41%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)20%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 69%
Mother tongue (2nd)Tagalog · 12%

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

Rankings

Living Area

below average
728 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 25%Same areaBottom 25%CitywideBottom 5%
Same street · Larsen Avenue
#152 / 203
Bottom 25% · Avg 937 sqft
Same area · Chalmers
#2,123 / 2,815
Bottom 25% · Avg 953 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#184,123 / 194,458
Bottom 5% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

below average
161k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 24%Same areaBottom 24%CitywideBottom 4%
Same street · Larsen Avenue
#154 / 203
Bottom 24% · Avg 201.9k
Same area · Chalmers
#2,143 / 2,815
Bottom 24% · Avg 210.8k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#186,713 / 194,458
Bottom 4% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

around average
1913
0255075100
Same streetBottom 24%Same areaBottom 33%CitywideBottom 10%

Lot Size

around average
3,298 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 36%Same areaTop 41%CitywideBottom 16%

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Transit & Walkability

Nearby stops, routes & transit score

Nearby Amenities

Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more

457 Larsen Avenue — 6 amenities found within 500 m, across 4 categories, including 1 dining (nearest 390 m), 2 education (nearest 497 m), 2 parks (nearest 286 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining1
🏫Education2
🌳Parks2
Worship1

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 3/2025CA$150k–200k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 35%

Same area

Bottom 37%

City-wide

Bottom 7%
Sold 9/2021CA$150k–200k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 19%

Same area

Bottom 28%

City-wide

Bottom 5%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 457 Larsen Avenue, Winnipeg

Property Overview: 457 Larsen Avenue, Winnipeg

Key Characteristics & Buyer Appeal

This is a compact, one-storey home built in 1913, situated on a standard-sized lot in the Chalmers neighbourhood. Its key characteristics include a 728 sqft living area, an unrenovated basement, and a detached garage. The land area is typical for the local street and area, though smaller than the citywide average.

The primary appeal lies in its position as an affordable, no-frills entry point into the Winnipeg market. It suits buyers seeking a low-maintenance footprint, such as first-time homeowners comfortable with a project, downsizers, or investors looking for a straightforward rental property. A thoughtful perspective is that its older age and smaller size compared to neighbours could represent a value opportunity for someone prioritizing location and lot potential over immediate move-in condition. The significant gap between its assessed value and recent sale prices suggests a market perception that factors beyond the basic metrics—like potential or specific lot features—are at play.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the true size and layout potential?
With 728 sqft of living space, this is a compact home. Buyers should verify the room count and functional layout, and consider the potential of the unrenovated basement for additional storage or future expansion.

2. How does the assessed value compare to the sale price?
The home has a low assessed value (around $16k), but sold for $160k in 2021 and $175k in 2025. This indicates the market price is driven by factors beyond municipal assessment, such as land value, location, and market conditions.

3. What should I know about a home built in 1913?
While solidly built, a home of this age will likely require updates to major systems like wiring, plumbing, and insulation. A thorough inspection is essential to understand the condition and any needed repairs.

4. Who are the typical neighbours?
The nearby comparable properties are a mix of similar older, modest-sized homes and some significantly newer constructions. This suggests a neighbourhood in a gradual state of change, which can be positive for long-term value.

5. Is the detached garage a major benefit?
For this size of home, a detached garage provides valuable storage or workshop space that doesn't encroach on the living area, a practical asset for owners or tenants.

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