559 Larsen Avenue

Chalmers, Winnipeg

Property score

35.3

Below average

Overall 35.3 · Smaller than most nearby homes

630 sqft (bottom 9%) · Built in 1920 (14 yrs older 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, 3 parks, and 1 place of worship nearby

Living Area

Below average

34% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Near average

14 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

35.3 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

18.0Low
Living Area15
630 sqftLow
Year Built16
1920Low
Lot Size18
2,490 sqftLow
Neighbourhood Sales Activity61
Fair

Community Score

61.3Fair
Household Income62
Fair
Education Level34
Low
Housing Stress83
Excellent
Core Housing Need76
Good
Employment Health76
Good

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

below average
630 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 8%Same areaBottom 9%CitywideBottom 1%
Same street · Larsen Avenue
#186 / 203
Bottom 8% · Avg 937 sqft
Same area · Chalmers
#2,568 / 2,815
Bottom 9% · Avg 953 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#191,838 / 194,458
Bottom 1% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

below average
160k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 23%Same areaBottom 23%CitywideBottom 4%
Same street · Larsen Avenue
#157 / 203
Bottom 23% · Avg 201.9k
Same area · Chalmers
#2,161 / 2,815
Bottom 23% · Avg 210.8k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#186,860 / 194,458
Bottom 4% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

around average
1920
0255075100
Same streetTop 39%Same areaTop 49%CitywideBottom 13%

Lot Size

below average
2,490 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 3%Same areaBottom 13%CitywideBottom 4%

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

559 Larsen Avenue — 6 amenities found within 500 m, across 4 categories, including 1 dining (nearest 470 m), 1 education (nearest 318 m), 3 parks (nearest 59 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining1
🏫Education1
🌳Parks3
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 5/2023CA$150k–200k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 38%

Same area

Bottom 38%

City-wide

Bottom 7%
Sold 8/2016CA$100k–150k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 11%

Same area

Bottom 20%

City-wide

Bottom 3%

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Highlights & common questions: 559 Larsen Avenue, Winnipeg

Property Overview: 559 Larsen Avenue, Winnipeg

Section 1: Key Characteristics & Appeal

This is a compact, one-storey home built in 1920 on a standard city lot in the Chalmers neighbourhood. Its key characteristic is its modest scale, with a living area of 630 sqft, which is notably smaller than most homes on its street and across Winnipeg. The lot size of 2,490 sqft is also below average for the area. There is no basement, pool, or garage.

The primary appeal lies in its affordability and simplicity. With a low assessed value and a recent sale price under $20,000, it represents one of the most accessible entry points into homeownership in the city. This isn't a property for those seeking space or modern amenities; instead, it suits a very specific buyer. It would be ideal for an investor looking for a straightforward rental property, a hands-on individual interested in a minimalistic living project, or a buyer who values land ownership in a established neighbourhood over the size or condition of the existing structure. A thoughtful perspective is that its very small footprint could translate to extremely low utility and maintenance costs, offering a unique form of financial efficiency. Its age and size position it as a "blank slate," potentially appealing to someone with a vision for a creative renovation or expansion, subject to local regulations.

Section 2: Frequently Asked Questions

1. Why is the price so low compared to other homes?
The price reflects the home's very small size (630 sqft), its age (built in 1920), and the lack of additional features like a basement or garage. It is priced as a land-value proposition with a basic existing structure.

2. What type of renovation would this home need?
Given its age and size, buyers should budget for comprehensive updates. This likely includes modernizing electrical and plumbing systems, improving insulation, and addressing any foundational or structural concerns common in century-old homes. The layout may also feel cramped by modern standards.

3. Is the land large enough to expand the house or rebuild?
The lot is 2,490 sqft, which is below average for the area but may still allow for an addition or a rebuild, depending on Winnipeg's zoning bylaws and setback requirements. This would be a key question for the city's planning department.

4. How does the lack of a basement affect utility and storage?
Without a basement, mechanical systems like the furnace and water heater will be on the main floor, consuming living space. It also eliminates traditional storage and laundry areas, which would need to be accommodated on the single floor.

5. What is the neighbourhood like?
The home is in Chalmers, an older, established neighbourhood in Winnipeg. The nearby properties on Larsen Avenue are a mix of similarly aged, modest homes. Prospective buyers should visit at different times to assess the street's character and proximity to local amenities.