491 Larsen Avenue

Chalmers, Winnipeg

Property score

38.2

Below average

Overall 38.2 · Smaller than most nearby homes

616 sqft (bottom 7%) · Built in 1913 (21 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, 2 schools, 2 parks, and 1 place of worship nearby

Living Area

Below average

35% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Below average

21 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

38.2 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

21.0Low
Living Area15
616 sqftLow
Year Built16
1913Low
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

below average
616 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 6%Same areaBottom 7%CitywideBottom 1%
Same street · Larsen Avenue
#190 / 203
Bottom 6% · Avg 937 sqft
Same area · Chalmers
#2,607 / 2,815
Bottom 7% · Avg 953 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#192,334 / 194,458
Bottom 1% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

around average
188k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 47%Same areaBottom 41%CitywideBottom 7%
Same street · Larsen Avenue
#107 / 203
Bottom 47% · Avg 201.9k
Same area · Chalmers
#1,661 / 2,815
Bottom 41% · Avg 210.8k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#181,451 / 194,458
Bottom 7% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

around average
1913
0255075100
Same streetBottom 24%Same areaBottom 33%CitywideBottom 10%

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

491 Larsen Avenue — 6 amenities found within 500 m, across 4 categories, including 1 dining (nearest 390 m), 2 education (nearest 479 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 8/2020CA$150k–200k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 28%

Same area

Bottom 34%

City-wide

Bottom 6%
Sold 1/2018CA$100k–150k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 9%

Same area

Bottom 17%

City-wide

Bottom 3%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 491 Larsen Avenue, Winnipeg

Property Overview & Key Characteristics

This one-storey home at 491 Larsen Avenue in Winnipeg's Chalmers neighbourhood is a compact, character property built in 1913. With 616 square feet of living space, it is notably smaller than most city homes, placing it in the top 1% for compact size citywide. Its appeal lies in its efficiency and renovated basement, offering a low-maintenance footprint on a standard city lot of approximately 3,300 sq ft. The assessed value is modest compared to the city average, but is typical for its immediate area.

This property would best suit a first-time buyer, an investor, or someone looking to downsize significantly. Its lower price point and manageable size present an accessible entry into the market. A thoughtful perspective for a buyer is the potential for a simplified, cost-effective lifestyle, where utility costs and upkeep are naturally minimized by the smaller scale. The renovated basement adds valuable flexible space, which is a key asset in a home of this size.


Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is the living area of 616 sq ft accurate for the whole home?
Yes, the above-ground living area is listed as 616 square feet, which is quite compact. The home does include a renovated basement, which provides additional flexible space not counted in the official living area.

2. How does the assessed value relate to the likely sale price?
The municipal assessed value is $18,800, which is used for property tax calculation. Sale prices are determined by the market. Recent sales on the street (e.g., $170k in 2020, $140k in 2018) are more relevant indicators of market value.

3. What does the "top 94%" ranking for living area mean?
This statistic means that 94% of homes in Winnipeg are larger. It confirms this is a notably smaller-than-average home citywide, though it is more comparable in size to others on Larsen Avenue.

4. Are there any major concerns with a home built in 1913?
While the basement has been renovated, the core structure is over a century old. Prospective buyers should prioritize a thorough inspection to assess the condition of foundational elements, plumbing, electrical systems, and the roof.

5. What is the parking situation?
The listing specifies there is no garage. Parking would be limited to on-street, so it's important to verify local parking regulations and typical availability.