488 William Newton Avenue

Chalmers, Winnipeg

Property score

47.1

Below average

Overall 47.1 · Compared with neighbourhood average

1,009 sqft (top 37%) · Built in 1915 (19 yrs older than avg)

Located in a average-income area with median household income of ~55.6k

Transit 100.0 · 1-min walk to transit with 7 nearby routes · Within 500m: 1 school, 5 parks, 2 place of worships, and 1 government office nearby

Living Area

Near average

6% larger than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Near average

19 yrs older than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 71%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

47.1 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

41.7Low
Living Area1,009 sqft52Fair
Year Built191516Low
Lot Size2,675 sqft28Low
Neighbourhood Sales Activity61Fair

Community Score

55.1Fair
Household Income60Fair
Education Level34Low
Housing Stress52Fair
Core Housing Need63Fair
Employment Health68Good

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: #46110687

Community deep dive

$56K

Median household income

$69K

Average household income

18%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.2

Income inequality (Gini)

3.0

P90 / P10 ratio

41%

Single-person households

15%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)657
Labour force participation rate69%
Median age36.0
Avg household size2.2
Unemployment rate9%
Population density3285 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)18%
Single-person households41%
Couple families with children15%
Median household income (2020)$56K

Housing

Renter households40%
Condominium dwellings10%
Median dwelling value (owners)$180K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)27%
Visible minority32%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)18%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 70%
Mother tongue (2nd)Tagalog · 6%

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

Rankings

Living Area

around average
1,009 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 49%Same areaTop 37%CitywideBottom 27%
Same street · William Newton Avenue
#45 / 88
Bottom 49% · Avg 1,066 sqft
Same area · Chalmers
#1,039 / 2,815
Top 37% · Avg 953 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#141,986 / 194,458
Bottom 27% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

below average
149k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 7%Same areaBottom 17%CitywideBottom 3%
Same street · William Newton Avenue
#82 / 88
Bottom 7% · Avg 236.7k
Same area · Chalmers
#2,346 / 2,815
Bottom 17% · Avg 210.8k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#188,641 / 194,458
Bottom 3% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

around average
1915
0255075100
Same streetBottom 49%Same areaBottom 48%CitywideBottom 11%

Lot Size

below average
2,675 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 7%Same areaBottom 27%CitywideBottom 7%

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Transit & Walkability

Nearby stops, routes & transit score

Nearby Amenities

Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more

488 William Newton Avenue — 9 amenities found within 500 m, across 4 categories, including 1 education (nearest 228 m), 5 parks (nearest 120 m).

Search radius
🏫Education1
🌳Parks5
Worship2
🏛️Government1

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 12/2022CA$100k–150k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 8%

Same area

Bottom 8%

City-wide

Bottom 2%
Sold 7/2020CA$100k–150k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 13%

Same area

Bottom 14%

City-wide

Bottom 3%
Sold 11/2019CA$50k–100k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 1%

Same area

Bottom 1%

City-wide

Bottom 1%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 488 William Newton Avenue, Winnipeg

Property Overview

This one-and-a-half storey home, built in 1915, presents a straightforward opportunity in Winnipeg's Chalmers neighbourhood. Its key appeal lies in its positioning as a land-value proposition with a very modest official assessment. The house itself offers 1,009 sqft of living space, an unrenovated basement, and a detached garage on a 2,675 sqft lot. While its living area and age are generally average for its immediate area, its standout characteristic is its significantly below-average assessed value compared to both the neighbourhood and the entire city. This creates a distinct profile: a century-old home on a standard city lot, priced far below typical market benchmarks. It would suit a buyer looking for an entry point into homeownership with renovation potential, an investor considering land value or redevelopment, or someone seeking a low property tax base. The appeal is pragmatic rather than luxurious, focusing on fundamentals and future potential over present condition.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Why is the assessed value so much lower than the recent sale price?
The property sold for $120,000 in December 2022, but its 2024 assessed value remains at $14,900. This large gap is common when a sale occurs; municipal assessments often lag behind rapid market shifts and are not instant appraisals. The sale price is likely the best indicator of its current market value.

2. What does "below average" for land area mean in this context?
The lot size of 2,675 sqft is below the average for its street, neighbourhood, and city. However, it's a standard residential lot for older Winnipeg neighbourhoods. The "below average" ranking reflects comparisons to newer areas with larger lots, not a deficiency for the area's typical housing form.

3. Is the unrenovated basement a major concern?
It indicates the home likely needs system updates and cosmetic work. For a buyer planning renovations, it's a blank slate. For someone seeking a move-in-ready home, it represents immediate additional investment. A professional inspection is essential to check for foundational, moisture, or wiring issues common in homes of this era.

4. How significant is the 1915 build date?
The age is typical for Chalmers. It means the home has character but may have outdated plumbing, electrical, and insulation. Its "around average" ranking for the street and neighbourhood suggests the area's housing stock is uniformly historic, so renovation costs are a standard consideration here, not an outlier.

5. What can nearby sales tell us?
The sale history shows rapid appreciation from $9,200 in 2019 to $120,000 in 2022. The nearby property at 438 William Newton Ave (a similar style, built 1907) has a higher assessed value ($19,700) and larger living area, providing a useful benchmark. This suggests the subject property's value is tied closely to its specific condition and lot characteristics within this historic, modestly priced area.

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