521 Kavanagh Street

Dufresne, Winnipeg

Property score

48.9

Below average

Overall 48.9 · Older than most nearby homes

1,080 sqft (top 34%) · Built in 1911 (24 yrs older than avg)

Located in a above-average income area with median household income of ~65.5k

Transit 80.0 · 2-min walk to transit with 3 nearby routes · Within 500m: 2 parks, 1 sports facility, and 2 place of worships nearby

Living Area

Near average

5% larger than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Below average

24 yrs older than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 73%French · 13%

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

Sold Count

52

Median price

255.5k

$/sqft

$197/sqft

Avg build year

1935

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Property score

48.9 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

43.2Low
Living Area1,080 sqft52Fair
Year Built191116Low
Lot Size3,425 sqft38Low
Neighbourhood Sales Activity61Fair

Community Score

57.5Fair
Household Income68Good
Education Level22Low
Housing Stress52Fair
Core Housing Need63Fair
Employment Health76Good

Neighbourhood Sales

Dufresne

How to read: Share of sales in each ~$50k price band for “dufresne” (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: #46110814

Community deep dive

$66K

Median household income

$62K

Average household income

15%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.2

Income inequality (Gini)

2.9

P90 / P10 ratio

41%

Single-person households

17%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)318
Labour force participation rate80%
Median age35.2
Avg household size2.2
Unemployment rate16%
Population density2446 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)15%
Single-person households41%
Couple families with children17%
Median household income (2020)$66K

Housing

Renter households33%
Condominium dwellings0%
Median dwelling value (owners)$226K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)9%
Visible minority5%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)11%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 73%
Mother tongue (2nd)French · 12%

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

Rankings

Living Area

above average
1,080 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 27%Same areaTop 34%CitywideBottom 37%
Same street · Kavanagh Street
#10 / 37
Top 27% · Avg 964 sqft
Same area · Dufresne
#52 / 155
Top 34% · Avg 1,031 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#121,563 / 194,458
Bottom 37% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

below average
215k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 24%Same areaBottom 26%CitywideBottom 10%
Same street · Kavanagh Street
#28 / 37
Bottom 24% · Avg 250.4k
Same area · Dufresne
#114 / 155
Bottom 26% · Avg 253k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#174,147 / 194,458
Bottom 10% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

below average
1911
0255075100
Same streetBottom 11%Same areaBottom 17%CitywideBottom 7%

Lot Size

around average
3,425 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 24%Same areaTop 46%CitywideBottom 18%

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

521 Kavanagh Street — 5 amenities found within 500 m, across 3 categories, including 2 parks (nearest 232 m).

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🌳Parks2
💪Sports1
Worship2

Crime & Safety

Dufresne · WPS public data · 2026

Annual incidents

2

2026

vs. city avg

-93%

relative to avg

Year-over-year

-92%

vs. prior year

Primary type

Property

50%

Sales History

Sold 12/2016CA$150k–200k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 30%

Same area

Bottom 21%

City-wide

Bottom 10%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 521 Kavanagh Street, Winnipeg

Property Overview: 521 Kavanagh Street, Winnipeg

Key Characteristics & Appeal

This is a classic two-storey home built in 1911, offering 1,080 square feet of living space with a detached garage and a full, unrenovated basement. Its primary appeal lies in its positioning as a character home with practical fundamentals in the Dufresne neighborhood. The living area is notably above average for its immediate street and is competitive within the local area, suggesting a comfortable footprint for a small household or first-time buyer.

The data reveals a thoughtful perspective: this property represents an opportunity to enter the market at a point below typical assessed values for the city and even its own street. While the home is older and the basement is in original condition, this also means it presents a clear canvas for updates, allowing a buyer to add value over time. It would suit a pragmatic buyer—perhaps a first-time purchaser, an investor, or a downsizer—who is comfortable with a home that has good bones but may require modernization. The lot size is standard for the area, offering typical outdoor space without extensive maintenance demands.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Why is the assessed value significantly lower than nearby averages?
The assessed value is influenced by several factors from the data, primarily the home's age (1911) and the fact that key areas, like the basement, are noted as not being renovated. This suggests the official assessment reflects the home in its current, original condition.

2. What does "Top 27% for Living Area on Kavanagh Street" mean?
It means this home's interior space is larger than 27% of the 37 comparable homes on its street. In simpler terms, it has above-average square footage for its immediate block, which is a positive standout feature.

3. Is the unrenovated basement a major concern?
It is a defining characteristic. It's not a finished living space but offers full utility/storage potential. It should be inspected thoroughly, as it represents both a current cost-saving factor in the price and a future opportunity (or expense) for development.

4. How does the 2016 sale price relate to today's value?
The 2016 sale of $19,600k provides historical context but is not a direct indicator of current market value. The more relevant figure is the current assessed value, which is used for property tax purposes and is typically based on recent area sales and the home's condition.

5. Are older homes like this expensive to maintain?
Potentially, yes. A home from 1911 will likely require more attention to systems like plumbing, electrical, and insulation compared to a newer build. The appeal for the right buyer is the trade-off: a lower entry price for a character home, with the understanding that maintenance and updates are part of the long-term plan.

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