1049 Dorchester Avenue

Crescentwood, Winnipeg

Property score

63.7

Fair

Overall 63.7 · Smaller than most nearby homes

1,056 sqft (bottom 8%) · Built in 1921 (5 yrs older than avg)

Located in a high-income area with median household income of ~120k

Transit 92.0 · 3-min walk to transit with 5 nearby routes · Within 500m: 1 dining spot, 2 schools, 3 healthcare facilitys, and 1 park nearby

Living Area

Below average

55% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Near average

5 yrs older than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 89%French · 2%

Past 10 years Crescentwood sales snapshot (~80% of all data)

Sold Count

260

Median price

435k

$/sqft

$190/sqft

Avg build year

1926

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Property score

63.7 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

44.3Low
Living Area1,056 sqft52Fair
Year Built192120Low
Lot Size3,032 sqft38Low
Neighbourhood Sales Activity67Good

Community Score

92.8Excellent
Household Income91Excellent
Education Level100Excellent
Housing Stress83Excellent
Core Housing Need100Excellent
Employment Health90Excellent

Neighbourhood Sales

Crescentwood

How to read: Share of sales in each ~$50k price band for “crescentwood” (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: #46110387

Community deep dive

$120K

Median household income

$152K

Average household income

3%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.3

Income inequality (Gini)

3.9

P90 / P10 ratio

21%

Single-person households

34%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)509
Labour force participation rate79%
Median age41.6
Avg household size2.5
Unemployment rate4%
Population density3181 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)3%
Single-person households21%
Couple families with children34%
Median household income (2020)$120K

Housing

Renter households8%
Condominium dwellings17%
Median dwelling value (owners)$400K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)8%
Visible minority7%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)61%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 89%
Mother tongue (2nd)French · 1%

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

Rankings

Living Area

around average
1,056 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 11%Same areaBottom 8%CitywideBottom 34%
Same street · Dorchester Avenue
#159 / 178
Bottom 11% · Avg 1,909 sqft
Same area · Crescentwood
#739 / 802
Bottom 8% · Avg 2,353 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#127,831 / 194,458
Bottom 34% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

around average
380k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 31%Same areaBottom 16%CitywideTop 44%
Same street · Dorchester Avenue
#123 / 178
Bottom 31% · Avg 441.1k
Same area · Crescentwood
#670 / 802
Bottom 16% · Avg 590.8k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#85,357 / 194,458
Top 44% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

around average
1921
0255075100
Same streetTop 35%Same areaTop 41%CitywideBottom 13%

Lot Size

below average
3,032 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 15%Same areaBottom 4%CitywideBottom 12%

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Transit & Walkability

Nearby stops, routes & transit score

Nearby Amenities

Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more

1049 Dorchester Avenue — 8 amenities found within 500 m, across 5 categories, including 1 dining (nearest 205 m), 2 education (nearest 109 m), 3 healthcare (nearest 390 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining1
🏫Education2
🏥Healthcare3
🌳Parks1
Worship1

Crime & Safety

Crescentwood · WPS public data · 2026

Annual incidents

23

2026

vs. city avg

-22%

relative to avg

Year-over-year

-90%

vs. prior year

Primary type

Property

87%

Sales History

Sold 7/2016CA$250k–300k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 4%

Same area

Bottom 3%

City-wide

Bottom 35%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 1049 Dorchester Avenue, Winnipeg

Property Overview

1049 Dorchester Avenue is a 1921-built, two-storey home in Winnipeg's established Crescentwood neighbourhood. Its key characteristic is its modest scale relative to its surroundings. With 1,056 sqft of living space on a 3,032 sqft lot, it is notably smaller than the average Crescentwood home, which often features larger estates. This presents a unique value proposition: entry into a prestigious area at a potentially more accessible point. The home features a renovated basement and a detached garage.

Its appeal lies in its location and practicality. It suits first-time buyers or downsizers seeking the cachet and mature streetscapes of Crescentwood without the maintenance of a much larger property. It's also a sensible option for investors or renovators looking for a character home in a high-demand area where the land value is a significant driver. A thoughtful perspective is that its "below average" size for the area is precisely what makes it manageable and financially viable for a different segment of buyers, offering a foot in the door of a neighbourhood where most properties are out of reach.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is this a good value for the Crescentwood area?
Based on the assessed value of $380k, which is below the neighbourhood average, it represents a more accessible price point for this sought-after location. The 2016 sale price of $28.8k suggests a potential major renovation or rebuild, so value will depend heavily on the home's current condition.

2. How does the lot size compare?
The lot is 3,032 sqft, which is compact for Crescentwood (where averages are nearly 7,000 sqft) but is close to the city-wide average. It offers outdoor space without the extensive upkeep of a much larger yard.

3. What should I know about the home's size?
The living space is 1,056 sqft, which is cozy. It's significantly smaller than typical homes on the street and in Crescentwood, but it is close to the average size for a Winnipeg home overall. This indicates a efficient, likely character-driven layout rather than a sprawling one.

4. Who might this property not suit?
Buyers seeking a large, turn-key family home with ample square footage and a big yard typical of Crescentwood may find this property too compact. It's better suited for those prioritizing location over sheer size.

5. What does the "renovated basement" imply?
While specifics aren't provided, a renovated basement in a 1921 home suggests updated living or utility space. It's important to verify the quality, permits, and moisture control of this renovation, as basements in century-old homes can be prone to issues.

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