Property score
49.0
Below average
Overall 49.0 · Compared with neighbourhood average
Located in a average-income area with median household income of ~50k
Transit 80.0 · 3-min walk to transit with 3 nearby routes · Within 500m: 2 dining spots, 4 schools, 1 shop, and 1 park nearby
Living Area
No data
Compared with neighborhood avg.
Year Built
No data
Compared with neighborhood avg.
Mother tongue
English · 75%Tagalog · 7%
At the time of the last annual property tax assessment, this parcel was still vacant land, so we do not have related building information to show yet. A new home may exist by now—if you need accurate details, contact us using the option in the lower-right corner of the page and we will provide timely information.
Past 10 years Dufferin sales snapshot (~80% of all data)
160
168.5k
$100/sqft
1925
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Property score
49.0 is composed by the two sections below.
Property Score
Community Score
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.
Sales-to-New-Listings
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
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: #46110055
Community deep dive
$50K
Median household income
$68K
Average household income
26%
Low income (LIM-AT)
0.2
Income inequality (Gini)
3.5
P90 / P10 ratio
31%
Single-person households
10%
Families with children
Population, labour & age
Households & income
Housing
Diversity, education & language
Figures are for the census dissemination area containing this listing location; sources and margins may apply per Statistics Canada.
Rankings
Tax-Assessed Value
below averageYear Built
Lot Size
above averageRank by land area, larger = better rank
Rank by year, newer = better rank
Rank by living area, larger = better rank
Rank by assessed value, higher = better rank
Bar: fill length ≈ share of peers you outperform. Fill color reflects tier (red / blue / amber / gray). “Avg” is a rough median benchmark for comparable homes in that scope.
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
497 Stella Avenue — 11 amenities found within 500 m, across 6 categories, including 2 dining (nearest 291 m), 4 education (nearest 151 m), 1 shopping (nearest 328 m).
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
Same street
Same area
City-wide
| Metric | Same street | Same area | City-wide |
|---|---|---|---|
Sold price | Top 27% | Top 30% | Bottom 5% |
Same street
Same area
City-wide
| Metric | Same street | Same area | City-wide |
|---|---|---|---|
Sold price | Bottom 26% | Bottom 34% | Bottom 1% |
497 Stella Avenue · Sold transaction data notes
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Highlights & common questions: 497 Stella Avenue, Winnipeg
Property Overview
497 Stella Avenue is a unique property defined by its significant land size and very low municipal assessment. Its appeal is highly specific, centered on the potential of the land itself rather than the existing structure.
The standout feature is the 7,356 sqft lot, which is substantially larger than average for the street, neighborhood, and even city-wide. This presents a clear opportunity for expansion, redevelopment, or simply enjoying a larger-than-typical yard in the Dufferin area. The home itself, with a notably low assessed value that ranks at the very bottom of comparable properties, suggests it is likely a teardown, a major fixer-upper, or a very modest structure. It last sold in 2020 for $160k, which is significantly higher than its current assessed value, indicating the market price is driven by the land value.
This property would suit a specific type of buyer: developers or investors eyeing the lot for a future build, or hands-on owner-builders looking for a blank canvas project where the primary value is in the soil, not the existing house. It is not a move-in-ready home.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Why is the assessed value so low compared to the sale price?
The assessed value is typically based on the property's state at a fixed point in time for tax purposes. The large discrepancy suggests the city's assessment reflects a very low value for the building itself. The market sale price captures the premium for the large, developable lot.
2. What can I actually do with such a large lot?
Beyond a spacious yard, the lot size may allow for additions, building a new primary residence, or potentially subdividing the lot, subject to all City of Winnipeg zoning bylaws, permits, and approvals. This is a key point for due diligence.
3. Is this a good investment?
As an investment, it's speculative and project-dependent. Its value is almost entirely in future potential. You are paying for land and opportunity, not a finished asset. Success depends on your plans, construction costs, and market timing.
4. What are the risks with a property like this?
The primary risks involve the condition of the existing structure, which may require demolition or significant remediation. Development costs, permit timelines, and potential hidden issues with the land (soil, services) must be thoroughly investigated.
5. How does the low assessment affect property taxes?
While taxes are based on the assessed value, a new construction or major improvement will trigger a reassessment, significantly increasing the tax burden. Budget for both current low taxes and future, higher taxes post-development.