40.4
Below average
Property score
40.4
Below average
Overall 40.4
Smaller but newer than most nearby homes
699 sqft (bottom 19%)
Built in 1959 (25 yrs newer than avg)
Located in a average-income area
with median household income of ~58.4k
Transit 86.0
5-min walk to transit with 4 nearby routes
Within 500m: 1 school, and 4 parks nearby
Sold for $250,000 over asking
Winnipeg Real Estate Sales Summary & Market Analysis May 11–17, 2026
Living Area
Below average
27% smaller than neighborhood avg.
Year Built
Above average
25 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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40.4 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
539 Harbison Avenue W — 5 amenities found within 500 m, across 2 categories, including 1 education (nearest 178 m), 4 parks (nearest 146 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 17% | Top 20% | Bottom 23% |
Same street
Same area
City-wide
| Metric | Same street | Same area | City-wide |
|---|---|---|---|
Sold price | Top 43% | Top 45% | Bottom 12% |
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Address · Year Built · Living Area
Address · Distance
Address · Tax-Assessed Value
Property Overview
This 1959 one-storey home at 539 Harbison Avenue W in Winnipeg's Chalmers neighbourhood presents a specific and practical opportunity. Its key appeal lies in a renovated basement and a detached garage, situated on a standard-sized city lot. The home itself is compact, with a living area significantly below average for the local area, suggesting a focus on efficient, low-maintenance living rather than spaciousness. The assessed value is notably above average for both the street and the neighbourhood, which may reflect the basement renovation and the property's overall condition.
This property would suit a first-time buyer, an investor, or someone looking to downsize, prioritizing affordability and a solid foundation in a mature community over square footage. It’s a home for those who see potential in a well-located, no-frills structure, where value is derived more from the land and functional updates than from interior size. A thoughtful perspective is that its smaller scale could mean lower utility costs and less upkeep, offering a simpler lifestyle. The above-average year built for the area suggests it may be relatively newer than many neighbouring homes, potentially implying fewer age-related issues.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Is the living space as small as it seems?
Yes. With 699 sqft of living area, it is considerably smaller than the average home on its street and in Chalmers. The layout and the renovated basement will be crucial in determining how livable the space feels.
2. Why is the assessed value above average for the area?
While the home is modest in size, the renovated basement and a detached garage add functional value. The assessment likely reflects these improvements and the property's maintained condition relative to other homes in the immediate vicinity.
3. What is the neighbourhood like?
Chalmers is a long-established, no-frills Winnipeg neighbourhood. The property metrics show it fits typically within the area for lot size and value, indicating a stable, working-class community.
4. Who would this property not suit?
It would not suit buyers needing multiple bedrooms, ample storage, or generous living areas. Families or those who regularly entertain or work from home might find the space limiting without creative use of the basement.
5. Are the recent sale prices consistent?
The home sold for $25,200 in 2022 and $20,500 in 2019. The increase aligns with the broader market trend over that period and may correlate with the noted renovations, showing a steady, moderate appreciation in its specific price range.
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