491 Flora Avenue

Dufferin, Winnipeg

Property score

22.2

Below average

Overall 22.2 · Smaller than most nearby homes

662 sqft (bottom 7%) · Built in 1909 (16 yrs older than avg)

Located in a below-average income area with median household income of ~39.2k

Transit 88.0 · 2-min walk to transit with 3 nearby routes · Within 500m: 2 dining spots, 3 schools, 1 healthcare facility, and 2 shops nearby

Living Area

Below average

40% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Near average

16 yrs older than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 63%Tagalog · 9%

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

Sold Count

160

Median price

168.5k

$/sqft

$100/sqft

Avg build year

1925

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Property score

22.2 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

16.8Low
Living Area662 sqft15Low
Year Built190910Low
Lot Size2,811 sqft28Low
Neighbourhood Sales Activity32Low

Community Score

30.2Low
Household Income35Low
Education Level22Low
Housing Stress30Low
Core Housing Need25Low
Employment Health28Low

Neighbourhood Sales

Dufferin

How to read: Share of sales in each ~$50k price band for “dufferin” (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: #46110056

Community deep dive

$39K

Median household income

$51K

Average household income

33%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.3

Income inequality (Gini)

4.2

P90 / P10 ratio

43%

Single-person households

8%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)575
Labour force participation rate47%
Median age36.8
Avg household size2.3
Unemployment rate17%
Population density5227 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)33%
Single-person households43%
Couple families with children8%
Median household income (2020)$39K

Housing

Renter households68%
Condominium dwellings0%
Median dwelling value (owners)$180K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)33%
Visible minority40%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)10%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 62%
Mother tongue (2nd)Tagalog · 8%

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

Rankings

Living Area

below average
662 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 7%Same areaBottom 7%CitywideBottom 2%
Same street · Flora Avenue
#195 / 209
Bottom 7% · Avg 1,120 sqft
Same area · Dufferin
#440 / 474
Bottom 7% · Avg 1,112 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#190,391 / 194,458
Bottom 2% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

below average
84k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 20%Same areaBottom 16%CitywideBottom 1%
Same street · Flora Avenue
#168 / 209
Bottom 20% · Avg 133.6k
Same area · Dufferin
#398 / 474
Bottom 16% · Avg 145.1k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#194,044 / 194,458
Bottom 1% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

around average
1909
0255075100
Same streetTop 48%Same areaTop 48%CitywideBottom 5%

Lot Size

below average
2,811 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 6%Same areaBottom 7%CitywideBottom 8%

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Transit & Walkability

Nearby stops, routes & transit score

Nearby Amenities

Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more

491 Flora Avenue — 12 amenities found within 500 m, across 7 categories, including 2 dining (nearest 240 m), 3 education (nearest 145 m), 1 healthcare (nearest 467 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining2
🏫Education3
🏥Healthcare1
🛒Shopping2
🌳Parks1
Fuel Stations1
Worship2

Crime & Safety

Dufferin · WPS public data · 2026

Annual incidents

38

2026

vs. city avg

+29%

relative to avg

Year-over-year

-92%

vs. prior year

Primary type

Property

45%

Sales History

Sold 7/2024CA$50k–100k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 9%

Same area

Bottom 7%

City-wide

Bottom 1%
Sold 4/2017CA$50k–100k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 7%

Same area

Bottom 5%

City-wide

Bottom 1%

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Highlights & common questions: 491 Flora Avenue, Winnipeg

Property Overview: 491 Flora Avenue, Winnipeg

Section 1: Key Characteristics & Appeal

This is a compact, one-storey home built in 1909 on a modest lot in the Dufferin neighbourhood. Its key characteristic is its affordability, underscored by a very low municipal assessed value. The living space of 662 sq ft is notably smaller than most area homes, and the basement exists but is unrenovated. There is no garage or pool.

The primary appeal lies in its position as a potential entry point into the Winnipeg housing market with a minimal property tax burden. It suits a very specific buyer: someone seeking an ultra-affordable property to live in minimally while saving for future renovations, an investor looking for a low-cost rental property, or a buyer interested in the land value over the existing structure. A less obvious perspective is that its small size and vintage could appeal to someone seeking a minimalist lifestyle or a project home where the scale of a renovation is more manageable than a larger house. Its age and condition mean it is not suited for a buyer seeking a move-in ready or spacious family home.

Section 2: Frequently Asked Questions

1. Why is the assessed value so much lower than typical city homes?
The assessed value is based on the property's market value as determined by the city for tax purposes. The very low value reflects the home's small size, age, unrenovated condition, and the modest land size.

2. What does "Top 98%" for living area citywide mean?
This statistic means the home's living area is smaller than approximately 98% of comparable residential properties across Winnipeg, placing it in the bottom 2% for size. It is a notably compact dwelling.

3. Is the basement finished or usable?
The listing specifies the basement is "not renovated." It is present but should be considered unfinished storage or utility space in its current state.

4. How recent are the sale prices shown, and what do they indicate?
The home sold recently in July 2024 for $7,800 and previously in April 2017 for $7,300. These sales confirm its status as a very low-price-point property and show a modest increase over a seven-year period.

5. What are the main considerations for a potential buyer?
A buyer must be prepared for the significant size constraints and the need for potential updates or repairs inherent in a 117-year-old home. The focus would be on securing affordable housing or a land asset, not on acquiring ample living space or modern finishes. Due diligence on renovation costs and feasibility is essential.

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