531 Doucet Street

Dufresne, Winnipeg

Property score

36.1

Below average

Overall 36.1 · Smaller than most nearby homes

690 sqft (bottom 13%) · Built in 1928 (7 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 dining spots, 1 shop, 2 parks, and 1 sports facility nearby

Living Area

Below average

33% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Near average

7 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

36.1 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

21.8Low
Living Area15
690 sqftLow
Year Built20
1928Low
Lot Size38
3,422 sqftLow
Neighbourhood Sales Activity61
Fair

Community Score

57.5Fair
Household Income68
Good
Education Level22
Low
Housing Stress52
Fair
Core Housing Need63
Fair
Employment Health76
Good

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

below average
690 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 20%Same areaBottom 13%CitywideBottom 3%
Same street · Doucet Street
#20 / 25
Bottom 20% · Avg 1,096 sqft
Same area · Dufresne
#135 / 155
Bottom 13% · Avg 1,031 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#188,122 / 194,458
Bottom 3% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

around average
231k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 48%Same areaBottom 41%CitywideBottom 13%
Same street · Doucet Street
#13 / 25
Bottom 48% · Avg 237.3k
Same area · Dufresne
#92 / 155
Bottom 41% · Avg 253k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#168,671 / 194,458
Bottom 13% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

above average
1928
0255075100
Same streetTop 16%Same areaTop 50%CitywideBottom 17%

Lot Size

around average
3,422 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 40%Same areaBottom 17%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

531 Doucet Street — 8 amenities found within 500 m, across 5 categories, including 2 dining (nearest 332 m), 1 shopping (nearest 377 m), 2 parks (nearest 173 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining2
🛒Shopping1
🌳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 8/2017CA$150k–200k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 30%

Same area

Bottom 15%

City-wide

Bottom 8%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 531 Doucet Street, Winnipeg

Property Overview: 531 Doucet Street, Winnipeg

Section 1: Key Characteristics & Appeal

This is a compact, one-storey home built in 1928, featuring a renovated basement and situated on a standard-sized lot in the Dufresne neighborhood. Its key appeal lies in its affordability and simplicity. With a living area of 690 sq ft, it is notably smaller than most homes in Winnipeg, but this translates to a very low assessed value, making it one of the most accessible price points in the city. The home’s recent sale history also suggests a stable, modest value within its immediate area.

The property would suit first-time buyers or investors seeking a straightforward, low-cost entry into the market. It’s a practical choice for someone who values minimal upkeep and lower property taxes over space. A thoughtful perspective is that its smaller size and older vintage, while not for everyone, offer a unique opportunity to live with less footprint and expense in a city where average home sizes and prices are significantly higher. The renovated basement adds functional living space, which is a crucial asset in a smaller main-floor footprint.

Section 2: Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is this a "tiny home"?
While not marketed as such, at 690 sq ft of living area, it is significantly smaller than the Winnipeg average (1,342 sq ft). It fits the functional description of a compact, efficient home, though it's a traditional house on a full city lot.

2. Why is the assessed value so much lower than the citywide average?
The assessed value is primarily a reflection of the home's smaller size and older age compared to the broader Winnipeg market. In its immediate neighborhood and street, however, its value is much more in line with comparable properties.

3. What does "renovated basement" imply?
It indicates the basement has been updated to be a functional living space. For a home of this size, a finished basement effectively doubles the usable area, which is a major advantage for storage, utilities, or additional living quarters.

4. Who is the typical buyer for a home like this?
Typical buyers are often budget-conscious first-time homeowners, downsizers looking to simplify, or investors seeking a rental property with a lower initial investment and steady demand for affordable housing.

5. How does the lot size impact potential?
At 3,422 sq ft, the lot is around average for the street but below average for the wider city. This means outdoor space is present but limited. The potential for expansion (like an addition) would be constrained compared to properties on larger lots, but it also means less yard maintenance.