461 Ottawa Avenue

Chalmers, Winnipeg

Property score

32.7

Below average

Overall 32.7 · Smaller than most nearby homes

580 sqft (bottom 4%) · Built in 1928 (6 yrs older than avg)

Located in a average-income area with median household income of ~47.6k

Transit 80.0 · 3-min walk to transit with 3 nearby routes · Within 500m: 7 schools, 1 shop, and 1 place of worship nearby

Living Area

Below average

39% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Near average

6 yrs older than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 69%Tagalog · 7%

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

32.7 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

17.6Low
Living Area580 sqft8Low
Year Built192820Low
Lot Size3,062 sqft38Low
Neighbourhood Sales Activity61Fair

Community Score

55.4Fair
Household Income53Fair
Education Level44Low
Housing Stress83Excellent
Core Housing Need76Good
Employment Health42Low

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: #46110893

Community deep dive

$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

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)609
Labour force participation rate51%
Median age43.2
Avg household size2.0
Unemployment rate7%
Population density3205 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)23%
Single-person households54%
Couple families with children16%
Median household income (2020)$48K

Housing

Renter households53%
Condominium dwellings0%
Median dwelling value (owners)$200K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)24%
Visible minority29%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)23%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 68%
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

below average
580 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 6%Same areaBottom 4%CitywideBottom 1%
Same street · Ottawa Avenue
#165 / 175
Bottom 6% · Avg 853 sqft
Same area · Chalmers
#2,706 / 2,815
Bottom 4% · Avg 953 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#193,370 / 194,458
Bottom 1% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

below average
155k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 23%Same areaBottom 20%CitywideBottom 3%
Same street · Ottawa Avenue
#134 / 175
Bottom 23% · Avg 207.6k
Same area · Chalmers
#2,256 / 2,815
Bottom 20% · Avg 210.8k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#187,721 / 194,458
Bottom 3% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

around average
1928
0255075100
Same streetTop 47%Same areaTop 40%CitywideBottom 17%

Lot Size

around average
3,062 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 45%Same areaTop 49%CitywideBottom 13%

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Transit & Walkability

Nearby stops, routes & transit score

Nearby Amenities

Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more

461 Ottawa Avenue — 9 amenities found within 500 m, across 3 categories, including 7 education (nearest 171 m), 1 shopping (nearest 437 m).

Search radius
🏫Education7
🛒Shopping1
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 1/2021CA$100k–150k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 14%

Same area

Bottom 17%

City-wide

Bottom 3%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 461 Ottawa Avenue, Winnipeg

Property Overview: 461 Ottawa Avenue, Winnipeg

Key Characteristics & Appeal

This is a compact, one-storey home built in 1928, situated on a standard-sized lot in the Chalmers neighbourhood. Its key characteristic is its modest scale, with a living area of 580 sq ft that places it among the smaller homes in the city. The home features a detached garage and an unrenovated basement. The primary appeal lies in its accessibility and simplicity. With an assessed value significantly below city averages, it represents a notably low barrier to entry into homeownership. This isn't a move-in-ready showpiece, but a straightforward property offering basic shelter and a blank canvas.

It would suit a specific type of buyer: first-time purchasers or investors seeking an affordable foothold in the market, or hands-on individuals looking for a project. Its size and condition suggest it's not ideal for growing families but could work for a minimalist, an investor building a portfolio, or someone content with a cozy, no-frills living space. A thoughtful perspective is that such a modestly assessed property can offer financial flexibility, potentially freeing up income for renovations, savings, or other investments. It’s a practical choice over an aspirational one.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How does the home's size compare to others?
At 580 sq ft, the living area is below average for the street, the Chalmers area, and Winnipeg overall. It is among the more compact homes in the city.

2. What does the assessed value indicate?
The assessed value of $15,500 is well below the citywide average. This typically reflects the home's modest size, age, and condition, resulting in lower property taxes and a very accessible price point.

3. Is the basement usable?
The listing specifies the basement exists but is "not renovated." Buyers should anticipate it needing significant work to be finished as a living space and budget for inspections to assess its current condition.

4. What is the land like?
The lot is approximately 3,062 sq ft, which is around average for the immediate area but smaller than the typical city lot. It provides standard outdoor space for a home of this vintage.

5. How does the sale history inform the value?
The property last sold in January 2021 for $14,200. The current assessed value of $15,500 suggests a stable, low-value market for the home, with minimal appreciation in that period.

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