Property score
35.2
Below average
Overall 35.2 · Smaller than most nearby homes
606 sqft (bottom 6%) · Built in 1922 (12 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, 1 park, and 1 place of worship nearby
Living Area
Below average
36% smaller than neighborhood avg.
Year Built
Near average
12 yrs older 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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35.2 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.
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Nearby stops, routes & transit score
Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more
466 Ottawa Avenue — 10 amenities found within 500 m, across 4 categories, including 7 education (nearest 217 m), 1 shopping (nearest 478 m), 1 parks (nearest 459 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 5% | Bottom 6% | Bottom 1% |
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Address · Year Built · Living Area
Address · Distance
Property Summary: 466 Ottawa Avenue, Winnipeg
Key Characteristics & Appeal
This is a compact, one-storey home built in 1922 on a standard 3,001 sqft lot in the Chalmers neighbourhood. Its key characteristic is its modest scale: with 606 sqft of living space and an assessed value significantly below area averages, it stands as one of the most affordable entry points into homeownership in the city. The appeal lies in its straightforward utility—featuring a detached garage and a full, unrenovated basement—coupled with extremely low property taxes due to its low assessment.
It would suit a specific type of buyer: a first-time purchaser or an investor seeking a minimal carrying cost. This property is not about immediate move-in luxury but about securing a land title at a baseline cost. It offers a blank canvas for someone with renovation skills or the patience to improve it over time, or it could serve as a strategic holding in a mature neighbourhood. A less obvious perspective is its potential appeal to those seeking to minimize their environmental footprint through a "right-sized" living space, though this would require investment to improve energy efficiency in a century-old structure.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Why is the assessed value so much lower than the city average?
The assessed value reflects the home's modest size, age, and likely the condition of its interior and mechanical systems. It indicates this is a value-play property, not a turn-key home, which is directly reflected in lower municipal property taxes.
2. What does "basement, not renovated" typically imply?
This usually means the basement is unfinished or in a utilitarian state. It provides valuable storage or workshop space and houses the home's mechanical systems (furnace, water heater), but it is not a finished living area. Buyers should budget for any necessary updates to these core systems.
3. Is the living area of 606 sqft practical for daily life?
It requires efficient use of space and is best suited for one or two people. The layout of a 1920s home can sometimes feel more compartmentalized than modern open-concept designs. Viewing the floor plan is essential to understand the flow and functionality.
4. How does the 2016 sale price relate to today's value?
The 2016 sale price of $11,500 is a historical data point and not a direct indicator of current market value. It does, however, underscore the property's long-standing position as an affordable asset. Current value is driven by today's market conditions, which a professional appraisal or comparative market analysis would determine.
5. What are the advantages of a detached garage?
A detached garage offers flexibility. It can house a vehicle, provide ample storage, or be used as a workshop without concerns about fumes or noise entering the living space. For some, it also presents a future opportunity (subject to zoning) to develop the lot, as the structure is separate from the house.
