481 Larsen Avenue

Chalmers, Winnipeg

Property score

48.4

Below average

Overall 48.4 · Compared with neighbourhood average

988 sqft (top 39%) · Built in 1921 (13 yrs older than avg)

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

Transit 94.0 · 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

Near average

4% larger than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Near average

13 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

48.4 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

38.0Low
Living Area42
988 sqftLow
Year Built20
1921Low
Lot Size38
3,298 sqftLow
Neighbourhood Sales Activity61
Fair

Community Score

64.0Fair
Household Income70
Good
Education Level44
Low
Housing Stress74
Good
Core Housing Need76
Good
Employment Health52
Fair

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

around average
988 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 39%Same areaTop 39%CitywideBottom 25%
Same street · Larsen Avenue
#80 / 203
Top 39% · Avg 937 sqft
Same area · Chalmers
#1,107 / 2,815
Top 39% · Avg 953 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#145,831 / 194,458
Bottom 25% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

around average
191k
0255075100
Same streetTop 47%Same areaBottom 43%CitywideBottom 7%
Same street · Larsen Avenue
#96 / 203
Top 47% · Avg 201.9k
Same area · Chalmers
#1,594 / 2,815
Bottom 43% · Avg 210.8k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#180,712 / 194,458
Bottom 7% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

around average
1921
0255075100
Same streetTop 35%Same areaTop 48%CitywideBottom 13%

Lot Size

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

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

481 Larsen Avenue — 6 amenities found within 500 m, across 4 categories, including 1 dining (nearest 387 m), 2 education (nearest 497 m), 2 parks (nearest 272 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 7/2016CA$150k–200k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 42%

Same area

Bottom 41%

City-wide

Bottom 8%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 481 Larsen Avenue, Winnipeg

Property Overview

This 1.5-storey home at 481 Larsen Avenue in Winnipeg's Chalmers neighbourhood presents a straightforward, value-oriented opportunity. Built in 1921, it features 988 sqft of living space, an unrenovated basement, and a detached garage on a 3,298 sqft lot. The data shows it is consistently "around average" for its immediate street and area in terms of size, assessed value, and lot dimensions, but sits "below average" in a citywide comparison. This positions it as a classic, no-frills Winnipeg home.

Key Characteristics & Appeal

The primary appeal of this property lies in its stability and potential within a well-established community. It is not an outlier in any category for Chalmers, meaning it represents a typical, priced-accordingly home in the area without unexpected premiums or major deficiencies. It would suit a first-time buyer, an investor, or a practical homeowner comfortable with a property that may require updates over time. The detached garage and standard lot size offer functional utility.

A thoughtful perspective is that its "average" standing locally can be a strength: it avoids the volatility and premium pricing of highly competitive areas while offering solid fundamentals. The unrenovated basement, while noted as a current condition, represents clear potential for future customization or added living space to increase the home's value relative to the neighbourhood.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is this a good value for the area?
Based on the data, the home's assessed value and living area are both very typical for Larsen Avenue and the wider Chalmers neighbourhood, suggesting it is priced in line with local market norms.

2. What should I know about the basement?
The listing specifies the basement is "not renovated." Buyers should budget for potential updates and include a thorough inspection to assess its current condition and any necessary improvements.

3. How does it compare to newer homes?
Built in 1921, it is older than the citywide average. This typically means character and established landscaping, but also warrants close attention to the condition of major systems like plumbing, electrical, and the roof during an inspection.

4. What is the neighbourhood like?
The provided data compares it to other homes in Chalmers, indicating a mature area with a mix of older homes. The close proximity of similar properties on Larsen Avenue suggests a consistent, established streetscape.

5. Are the lot and garage size adequate?
The lot and detached garage are standard for the immediate area. The lot size is typical for Chalmers but smaller than the citywide average, which is common for older, inner-city neighbourhoods.