544 Bowman Avenue

Chalmers, Winnipeg

54.2

Fair

Overall 54.2

Newer than most nearby homes

1,027 sqft (top 35%)

Built in 1954 (20 yrs newer than avg)

Located in a average-income area

with median household income of ~58.4k

Transit 94.0

2-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

Near average

8% larger than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Above average

20 yrs newer 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

54.2 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

49.4Low
Living Area1,027 sqft52Fair
Year Built195436Low
Lot Size4,494 sqft53Fair
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

above average
1,027 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 25%Same areaTop 35%CitywideBottom 29%
Same street · Bowman Avenue
#54 / 217
Top 25% · Avg 897 sqft
Same area · Chalmers
#979 / 2,815
Top 35% · Avg 953 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#138,467 / 194,458
Bottom 29% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

above average
246k
0255075100
Same streetTop 24%Same areaTop 25%CitywideBottom 16%
Same street · Bowman Avenue
#53 / 217
Top 24% · Avg 205.1k
Same area · Chalmers
#698 / 2,815
Top 25% · Avg 210.8k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#162,844 / 194,458
Bottom 16% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

above average
1954
0255075100
Same streetTop 23%Same areaTop 20%CitywideBottom 33%

Lot Size

above average
4,494 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 14%Same areaTop 17%CitywideBottom 34%

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Transit & Walkability

Nearby stops, routes & transit score

Nearby Amenities

Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more

544 Bowman Avenue — 5 amenities found within 500 m, across 4 categories, including 1 dining (nearest 479 m), 1 education (nearest 369 m), 2 parks (nearest 108 m).

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🍽️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 9/2024CA$250k–300k
Sold price

Same street

Top 16%

Same area

Top 16%

City-wide

Bottom 27%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 544 Bowman Avenue, Winnipeg

Property Overview

This one-storey home on Bowman Avenue presents a straightforward opportunity in Winnipeg's Chalmers neighbourhood. Built in 1954, it sits on a notably spacious lot that is larger than most in the immediate area. The house itself offers over 1,000 square feet of living space, which is comfortable for the street and neighbourhood. Key features include a detached garage and a basement, which is noted as being unrenovated. The property recently sold in September 2024.

Its primary appeal lies in its land value and location within a stable, established community. The lot size is a significant asset, offering ample outdoor space and future potential that is increasingly rare. The home suits practical buyers looking for an entry point into homeownership, or investors seeking a property with a strong land component. It’s ideal for someone comfortable with a home that may require updates, viewing the existing structure as a solid foundation rather than a finished product. A thoughtful perspective is that its above-average metrics for the street suggest it's a comparatively strong performer in its immediate micro-market, which can be a stabilizing factor.


Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the true value proposition here?
The value is anchored in the land. The lot is substantially larger than the neighbourhood average, which often drives long-term value and redevelopment potential more than the current structure.

2. What does "basement, not renovated" typically imply?
It means the basement is functional but in original or utilitarian condition. Buyers should budget for potential updates and consider it a blank canvas, but also factor in inspections for a home of this age.

3. How does the assessed value compare to the sale price?
The property sold for $26.5k, slightly above its $24.6k assessed value. This is common, but the key takeaway is that both figures are significantly below the Winnipeg city average, highlighting the area's affordability.

4. Who would this property not suit?
It would not suit buyers seeking a modern, turn-key home or those unwilling to consider future renovations. The living space is also below the city average, so those needing substantial room may find it limiting.

5. What can nearby property sales tell us?
Recent sales on the same street show a wide range of values, from $12.5k to $40.9k, often tied to lot size, condition, and year built. This suggests a neighbourhood in transition where each property's specific attributes heavily influence its price.

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