Property score
51.2
Fair
Overall 51.2 · Newer than most nearby homes
980 sqft (top 40%) · Built in 1955 (21 yrs newer than avg)
Located in a average-income area with median household income of ~58.4k
Transit 86.0 · 3-min walk to transit with 4 nearby routes · Within 500m: 1 dining spot, 1 school, and 4 parks nearby
Living Area
Near average
3% larger than neighborhood avg.
Year Built
Above average
21 yrs newer than neighborhood avg.
Mother tongue
English · 75%Tagalog · 6%
Past 10 years Chalmers sales snapshot (~80% of all data)
1,193
206.3k
$226/sqft
1934
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51.2 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: #46110934
$58K
Median household income
$73K
Average household income
20%
Low income (LIM-AT)
0.2
Income inequality (Gini)
3.2
P90 / P10 ratio
39%
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
491 Harbison Avenue W — 6 amenities found within 500 m, across 3 categories, including 1 dining (nearest 425 m), 1 education (nearest 239 m), 4 parks (nearest 71 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 | Top 30% | Top 29% | Bottom 18% |
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Address · Year Built · Living Area
Address · Distance
Address · Tax-Assessed Value
Property Overview: 491 Harbison Avenue W, Winnipeg
Section 1: Key Characteristics & Appeal
This one-storey home on a generous 4,634 sqft lot in Chalmers presents a straightforward opportunity, primarily for value-focused buyers or investors. Its key appeal lies in the land itself—the lot size is in the top 3% for the street and top 14% for the neighbourhood, offering ample outdoor space and future potential in a city where larger lots are increasingly rare. Built in 1955, it is notably newer than many neighbouring homes, suggesting potentially fewer issues associated with very early-20th-century construction.
The home is modest, with 980 sqft of living space and an unrenovated basement, positioning it as a canvas for customization or a solid rental property. The assessed value is significantly below the citywide average, indicating a lower property tax burden and an accessible entry point into the market. This property would suit a hands-on buyer looking for a land-value play, a developer eyeing the lot’s potential, or an investor seeking a property with a strong fundamental value in its parcel size rather than its current finishes. It’s a pragmatic choice over a turn-key one.
Section 2: Frequently Asked Questions
1. Is this a teardown or a renovation project?
Given the home's modest size and unrenovated state, but on a large, valuable lot, it could be either. A buyer's decision would depend on their budget, the home's structural condition, and their long-term plans for the property.
2. Why is the assessed value so much lower than the city average?
The assessed value reflects the property's current state and market value relative to its immediate area. While the lot is large, the home's characteristics and the neighbourhood's overall pricing keep the assessment lower than Winnipeg's broader average, which includes newer and more extensively renovated homes.
3. What does the "unrenovated basement" imply?
Typically, this means the basement is in original or functional condition but lacks modern finishes. It likely has foundational systems (like the furnace) but may not have updated flooring, walls, or ceilings. It should be inspected for moisture issues common in older homes.
4. How does the lot size compare practically?
At 4,634 sqft, the lot is substantially larger than the average in Chalmers (~3,432 sqft). This allows for more privacy, larger gardens, significant additions, or even potential subdivision, subject to city zoning regulations.
5. What is the neighbourhood context like?
The provided data shows nearby properties with a wide range of assessed values and sizes, from $12k to $240k. This indicates a diverse streetscape with varied housing types, from very modest homes to more substantial investments, suggesting a transitioning area where property values can differ significantly block by block.
