Property score
54.4
Fair
Overall 54.4 · Larger but older than most nearby homes
2,384 sqft (top 2%) · Built in 1903 (22 yrs older than avg)
Located in a below-average income area with median household income of ~42.8k
Transit 74.0 · 3-min walk to transit with 2 nearby routes · Within 500m: 2 dining spots, 3 schools, 1 shop, and 1 park nearby
Living Area
Above average
114% larger than neighborhood avg.
Year Built
Below average
22 yrs older than neighborhood avg.
Mother tongue
English · 81%Tagalog · 3%
Past 10 years Dufferin sales snapshot (~80% of all data)
160
168.5k
$100/sqft
1925
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54.4 is composed by the two sections below.
Property Score
Community Score
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.
Dissemination area (DA) — Statistics Canada 2021 Census · Area: #46110054
$43K
Median household income
$57K
Average household income
39%
Low income (LIM-AT)
0.3
Income inequality (Gini)
3.8
P90 / P10 ratio
28%
Single-person households
15%
Families with children
Figures are for the census dissemination area containing this listing location; sources and margins may apply per Statistics Canada.
Rank 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.
Nearby stops, routes & transit score
Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more
540 Stella Avenue — 9 amenities found within 500 m, across 6 categories, including 2 dining (nearest 307 m), 3 education (nearest 305 m), 1 shopping (nearest 477 m).
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%
Same street
Same area
City-wide
| Metric | Same street | Same area | City-wide |
|---|---|---|---|
Sold price | Top 11% | Top 10% | Bottom 18% |
Same street
Same area
City-wide
| Metric | Same street | Same area | City-wide |
|---|---|---|---|
Sold price | Top 15% | Top 16% | Bottom 10% |
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Address · Year Built · Living Area
Address · Distance
Address · Tax-Assessed Value
Property Overview: 540 Stella Avenue, Winnipeg
Key Characteristics & Appeal
This two-storey home on Stella Avenue in the Dufferin neighbourhood is defined by its generous scale and established character. Built in 1903, it sits on a near-half-acre lot (4,752 sq ft) and offers substantial living space (2,384 sq ft), placing it in the top tier of homes locally for size. The property includes a detached garage and an unrenovated basement, presenting a classic layout with clear potential for updates.
The primary appeal lies in its rarity as a large, historic home on a good-sized lot within the city. It suits a specific buyer: someone looking for a project-oriented home with "good bones," who values space and character over modern finishes. It’s ideal for a handy buyer or an investor who sees value in the underlying land and spacious footprint, willing to renovate to their own taste. A thoughtful perspective is that while its assessed value is above average for the immediate area, it ranks as below average citywide, which may indicate a value opportunity for the right person in a sought-after inner-city neighbourhood like Dufferin.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What does "Elite — Top 4%" for Living Area mean?
This means the home's interior square footage is larger than 96% of comparable homes on Stella Avenue. It is exceptionally spacious for its immediate location and neighbourhood.
2. The home was built in 1903. What should I consider?
While offering classic charm and sturdy construction, a home of this age will likely require updates to mechanical systems (like plumbing and electrical), insulation, and windows. The unrenovated basement also suggests potential for moisture management or foundational assessment.
3. Why is the citywide assessed value ranking "below average"?
The assessed value is compared to all home types across Winnipeg. This ranking reflects that newer suburban homes or fully renovated properties often carry higher assessments. Here, it highlights that you are paying primarily for the historic structure and land size rather than modern upgrades.
4. How stable has the property's value been?
The home sold in 2016 for $19.70k and in 2022 for $23.30k, showing appreciable growth over six years. Both sale prices were well above the local average at the time, indicating consistent premium value for its specific attributes in the Dufferin market.
5. Who are the most likely neighbours or competing buyers?
Given the profile, likely interest would come from growing families seeking space, heritage home enthusiasts, or developers/investors attracted by the large lot in a central neighbourhood, possibly considering a future addition or redevelopment subject to zoning.
