289 Sackville Street

Deer Lodge, Winnipeg

Property score

44.2

Below average

Overall 44.2 · Smaller than most nearby homes

631 sqft (bottom 1%) · Built in 1941 (2 yrs older than avg)

Located in a above-average income area with median household income of ~75.5k

Transit 80.0 · 3-min walk to transit with 3 nearby routes · Within 500m: 9 dining spots, 3 schools, 3 shops, and 11 parks nearby

Living Area

Below average

47% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Below average

2 yrs older than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 85%Tagalog · 4%

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

Sold Count

566

Median price

400k

$/sqft

$317/sqft

Avg build year

1943

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Property score

44.2 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

24.6Low
Living Area631 sqft15Low
Year Built194124Low
Lot Size4,694 sqft60Fair
Neighbourhood Sales Activity37Low

Community Score

73.6Good
Household Income75Good
Education Level44Low
Housing Stress83Excellent
Core Housing Need100Excellent
Employment Health90Excellent

Neighbourhood Sales

Deer Lodge

How to read: Share of sales in each ~$50k price band for “deer lodge” (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: #46110252

Community deep dive

$76K

Median household income

$88K

Average household income

13%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.2

Income inequality (Gini)

3.1

P90 / P10 ratio

36%

Single-person households

14%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)503
Labour force participation rate76%
Median age38.4
Avg household size2.1
Unemployment rate5%
Population density3592 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)13%
Single-person households36%
Couple families with children14%
Median household income (2020)$76K

Housing

Renter households15%
Condominium dwellings0%
Median dwelling value (owners)$250K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)9%
Visible minority12%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)21%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 85%
Mother tongue (2nd)Tagalog · 4%

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

Rankings

Living Area

below average
631 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 1%Same areaBottom 1%CitywideBottom 1%
Same street · Sackville Street
#119 / 120
Bottom 1% · Avg 880 sqft
Same area · Deer Lodge
#1,486 / 1,495
Bottom 1% · Avg 1,197 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#191,830 / 194,458
Bottom 1% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

around average
266k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 37%Same areaBottom 16%CitywideBottom 21%
Same street · Sackville Street
#75 / 120
Bottom 37% · Avg 280.5k
Same area · Deer Lodge
#1,259 / 1,495
Bottom 16% · Avg 312.8k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#153,852 / 194,458
Bottom 21% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

around average
1941
0255075100
Same streetTop 44%Same areaBottom 39%CitywideBottom 20%

Lot Size

around average
4,694 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 22%Same areaBottom 17%CitywideBottom 37%

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Transit & Walkability

Nearby stops, routes & transit score

Nearby Amenities

Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more

289 Sackville Street — 28 amenities found within 500 m, across 6 categories, including 9 dining (nearest 358 m), 3 education (nearest 464 m), 3 shopping (nearest 340 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining9
🏫Education3
🛒Shopping3
🌳Parks11
Fuel Stations1
Worship1

Crime & Safety

Deer Lodge · WPS public data · 2026

Annual incidents

7

2026

vs. city avg

-76%

relative to avg

Year-over-year

-97%

vs. prior year

Primary type

Property

43%

Sales History

Sold 6/2024CA$250k–300k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 38%

Same area

Bottom 25%

City-wide

Bottom 23%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 289 Sackville Street, Winnipeg

Property Overview: 289 Sackville Street, Deer Lodge, Winnipeg

Key Characteristics & Appeal

This is a compact, one-storey home built in 1941, situated on a standard-sized lot in the established Deer Lodge neighbourhood. Its primary characteristic is its modest 631 sqft living area, which is notably smaller than most homes on its street, in the area, and city-wide. However, it features a renovated basement and a detached garage. The home recently sold for $250,000, which is significantly above its assessed value but positioned below average sale prices for comparable properties.

Its appeal lies in its efficiency and potential as an entry point into a mature neighbourhood. It suits buyers seeking a lower-maintenance footprint, such as first-time homeowners comfortable with a cozy layout, downsizers looking to rightsize, or investors interested in a property with a recent, modernized basement suite (subject to verification). The value proposition is less about space and more about location and lot value, offering an opportunity to own a detached home in Winnipeg without the premium for square footage. A thoughtful perspective is that this property represents the "land and location" component of real estate, with the existing structure serving a practical, no-frills purpose.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Why is the sale price so much higher than the assessed value?
Assessed values in Manitoba are for tax purposes and often lag behind current market conditions, which are driven by buyer demand, recent renovations, and comparable sales.

2. How usable is the renovated basement?
The listing notes a renovated basement, which adds functional space. Buyers should verify the quality of the renovation, ceiling height, necessary permits, and whether it is configured as a legal secondary suite.

3. Is the small living area a major drawback?
It depends on lifestyle. For one or two people, it can be efficient and cost-effective to heat and maintain. It may feel cramped for a family or those who work from home without utilizing the basement space.

4. What is the Deer Lodge neighbourhood like?
Deer Lodge is a long-established, residential neighbourhood in Winnipeg. It typically offers a quiet, community-focused atmosphere with local amenities and older, character homes.

5. What are the long-term prospects for a home of this size?
While the smaller size may limit appeal to a specific segment of the market, the lot size and location in a stable neighbourhood are enduring values. Future potential could include further expansion or redevelopment, subject to local zoning regulations.

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