501 Larsen Avenue

Chalmers, Winnipeg

Property score

64.1

Fair

Overall 64.1 · Larger than most nearby homes

1,635 sqft (top 3%) · Built in 1921 (13 yrs older than avg)

Located in a average-income area with median household income of ~58.4k

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

Living Area

Above average

72% larger than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Near average

13 yrs older than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 75%Tagalog · 6%

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

64.1 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

65.9Good
Living Area1,635 sqft83Excellent
Year Built192120Low
Lot Size4,835 sqft60Fair
Neighbourhood Sales Activity61Fair

Community Score

61.3Fair
Household Income62Fair
Education Level34Low
Housing Stress83Excellent
Core Housing Need76Good
Employment Health76Good

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: #46110934

Community deep dive

$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

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)583
Labour force participation rate69%
Median age37.6
Avg household size2.2
Unemployment rate6%
Population density1325 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)20%
Single-person households39%
Couple families with children16%
Median household income (2020)$58K

Housing

Renter households20%
Condominium dwellings0%
Median dwelling value (owners)$214K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)28%
Visible minority34%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)15%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 75%
Mother tongue (2nd)Tagalog · 5%

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

Rankings

Living Area

Elite
1,635 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 3%Same areaTop 3%CitywideTop 24%
Same street · Larsen Avenue
#6 / 203
Top 3% · Avg 937 sqft
Same area · Chalmers
#90 / 2,815
Top 3% · Avg 953 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#45,937 / 194,458
Top 24% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

above average
274k
0255075100
Same streetTop 11%Same areaTop 13%CitywideBottom 23%
Same street · Larsen Avenue
#22 / 203
Top 11% · Avg 201.9k
Same area · Chalmers
#375 / 2,815
Top 13% · Avg 210.8k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#150,265 / 194,458
Bottom 23% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

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

Lot Size

Elite
4,835 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 4%Same areaTop 13%CitywideBottom 41%

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Transit & Walkability

Nearby stops, routes & transit score

Nearby Amenities

Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more

501 Larsen Avenue — 5 amenities found within 500 m, across 4 categories, including 1 dining (nearest 398 m), 1 education (nearest 440 m), 2 parks (nearest 228 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining1
🏫Education1
🌳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 10/2020CA$200k–250k
Sold price

Same street

Top 22%

Same area

Top 24%

City-wide

Bottom 21%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 501 Larsen Avenue, Winnipeg

Property Overview: 501 Larsen Avenue, Winnipeg

Key Characteristics & Appeal

This one-storey home on a large 4,835 sqft lot in Chalmers presents a distinct value proposition centered on space and potential. Its primary appeal lies in its generous proportions: the living area of 1,635 sqft is exceptionally large for the immediate area, ranking in the top 3% compared to neighbouring homes, which typically average under 1,000 sqft. This makes it a standout for buyers seeking more interior room without leaving the neighbourhood.

The property suits two main types of buyers. First, it’s ideal for an investor or handy homeowner looking for a canvas. The home is over a century old (built 1921) and features an unrenovated basement and a detached garage, signalling a need for modernization but offering significant upside for those willing to update it. Second, it appeals to buyers prioritizing land size over a turnkey condition. The lot is substantially larger than most in Chalmers and on Larsen Avenue itself, offering ample outdoor space or future expansion potential rare for the price point. A thoughtful perspective is that the home’s assessed value is notably higher than its recent sale price, which may indicate perceived underlying value or, conversely, highlight the scale of work required.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Why is the sale price so much lower than the city-wide average?
The sale price reflects the home’s specific location within Winnipeg and its as-is, unrenovated condition. It is priced in line with similar vintage properties in the Chalmers area that require updating, rather than the city-wide average which includes newer, renovated homes across all neighbourhoods.

2. What does "Elite" ranking for Living Area actually mean?
It means that compared to other homes directly on Larsen Avenue and in the Chalmers neighbourhood, this home’s interior square footage is among the very largest available. You are getting significantly more house, in terms of pure space, than is typical for this street and community.

3. Is the large lot a benefit for future plans?
Yes. The lot size is in the top 4% for the street, providing valuable extra outdoor space. This could be a major asset for gardening, adding a play structure, or even considering a future addition, subject to local zoning and permit approvals.

4. What should I budget beyond the purchase price?
Given the age of the home and the mention of an unrenovated basement, buyers should plan for immediate and long-term updates. Budgets should account for potential foundational, electrical, plumbing, or insulation improvements common in homes of this era, alongside any desired cosmetic renovations.

5. How does the detached garage affect the property?
A detached garage offers flexibility for use as a workshop or storage space separate from the house. However, it may also require maintenance of its own structure and, like the house, likely needs updating given the property's age.

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