484 Bowman Avenue

Chalmers, Winnipeg

Property score

43.4

Below average

Overall 43.4 · Compared with neighbourhood average

850 sqft (bottom 43%) · Built in 1914 (20 yrs older than avg)

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

Transit 94.0 · 1-min walk to transit with 4 nearby routes · Within 500m: 1 dining spot, 5 schools, 2 parks, and 1 place of worship nearby

Living Area

Near average

11% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Near average

20 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

43.4 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

29.7Low
Living Area850 sqft32Low
Year Built191416Low
Lot Size2,500 sqft28Low
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

around average
850 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 48%Same areaBottom 43%CitywideBottom 13%
Same street · Bowman Avenue
#112 / 217
Bottom 48% · Avg 897 sqft
Same area · Chalmers
#1,595 / 2,815
Bottom 43% · Avg 953 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#169,746 / 194,458
Bottom 13% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

around average
209k
0255075100
Same streetTop 44%Same areaTop 46%CitywideBottom 10%
Same street · Bowman Avenue
#96 / 217
Top 44% · Avg 205.1k
Same area · Chalmers
#1,287 / 2,815
Top 46% · Avg 210.8k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#175,934 / 194,458
Bottom 10% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

around average
1914
0255075100
Same streetTop 44%Same areaBottom 47%CitywideBottom 11%

Lot Size

around average
2,500 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 41%Same areaBottom 18%CitywideBottom 4%

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Transit & Walkability

Nearby stops, routes & transit score

Nearby Amenities

Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more

484 Bowman Avenue — 9 amenities found within 500 m, across 4 categories, including 1 dining (nearest 423 m), 5 education (nearest 463 m), 2 parks (nearest 293 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining1
🏫Education5
🌳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 3/2019CA$150k–200k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 27%

Same area

Bottom 28%

City-wide

Bottom 5%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 484 Bowman Avenue, Winnipeg

Property Overview: 484 Bowman Avenue, Winnipeg

Section 1: Key Characteristics & Appeal

This is a classic, one-storey home built in 1914, offering a straightforward and manageable footprint of 850 square feet on a 2,500 sqft lot. Its key appeal lies in its established Chalmers neighbourhood setting and its position as a modest, entry-level property. The data shows it is very typical for its immediate area—ranking around average for size, value, and age among homes on Bowman Avenue and in Chalmers. This indicates a stable, predictable environment without the premium or the steep challenges of more extreme markets.

The home would suit first-time buyers, downsizers, or practical investors looking for a lower-barrier entry into homeownership. Its unrenovated basement presents a clear, defined project for someone wanting to add value according to their own taste and budget. A thoughtful perspective is that its "averageness" within the local context can be a strength: it suggests a lower risk of overpaying for neighbourhood hype or facing unexpected comparables. It’s a home that offers the fundamental benefits of ownership in a community where it fits right in, rather than standing out.

Section 2: Frequently Asked Questions

1. What does "unrenovated basement" typically mean for a house of this age?
It generally indicates the basement retains its original or very old finishes, systems, and layout. Buyers should budget for potential updates to flooring, lighting, and possibly moisture management, but it also offers a blank canvas to finish to suit your needs.

2. How does the assessed value relate to the likely market price?
The municipal assessed value ($20,900) is for tax purposes and is typically far below market value, as seen in the city-wide average comparison. Market price is determined by recent sales of similar homes, like the 2019 sale of this property for $160,000.

3. Is the smaller lot size a significant drawback?
At 2,500 sqft, the lot is below average for both the wider city and Chalmers, but is closer to the norm on Bowman Avenue itself. It means lower maintenance, which can be a plus, but offers less private outdoor space than many other properties.

4. What are the implications of the home's age (1914)?
It comes with the character and solid construction of its era, but prospective buyers should prioritize a thorough inspection for the condition of foundational elements, plumbing, electrical wiring, and insulation, which may need upgrading.

5. The home ranks "below average" city-wide in most metrics. Is that a concern?
Not necessarily for the right buyer. This reflects its modest size and value compared to the entire Winnipeg market, which includes many newer, larger suburban homes. It highlights this property’s role as an affordable entry point in a mature, established neighbourhood, rather than a direct competitor to newer builds.

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