291 Lilac Street

Earl Grey, Winnipeg

Property score

62.7

Fair

Overall 62.7 · Older than most nearby homes

1,331 sqft (top 31%) · Built in 1911 (17 yrs older than avg)

Located in a above-average income area with median household income of ~74k

Transit 92.0 · 2-min walk to transit with 5 nearby routes · Within 500m: 22 dining spots, 2 schools, 4 healthcare facilitys, and 3 shops nearby

Living Area

Near average

10% larger than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Below average

17 yrs older than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 80%French · 2%

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

Sold Count

529

Median price

295k

$/sqft

$299/sqft

Avg build year

1928

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Property score

62.7 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

55.1Fair
Living Area71
1,331 sqftGood
Year Built16
1911Low
Lot Size38
3,020 sqftLow
Neighbourhood Sales Activity71
Good

Community Score

74.0Good
Household Income74
Good
Education Level91
Excellent
Housing Stress42
Low
Core Housing Need63
Fair
Employment Health83
Excellent

Neighbourhood Sales

Earl Grey

How to read: Share of sales in each ~$50k price band for “earl grey” (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: #46110393

Community deep dive

$74K

Median household income

$75K

Average household income

8%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.2

Income inequality (Gini)

3.0

P90 / P10 ratio

43%

Single-person households

13%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)500
Labour force participation rate72%
Median age37.2
Avg household size1.9
Unemployment rate6%
Population density7142 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)8%
Single-person households43%
Couple families with children13%
Median household income (2020)$74K

Housing

Renter households63%
Condominium dwellings0%
Median dwelling value (owners)$332K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)23%
Visible minority31%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)52%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 80%
Mother tongue (2nd)French · 2%

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

Rankings

Living Area

around average
1,331 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 32%Same areaTop 31%CitywideTop 40%
Same street · Lilac Street
#9 / 28
Top 32% · Avg 1,301 sqft
Same area · Earl Grey
#385 / 1,239
Top 31% · Avg 1,206 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#77,083 / 194,458
Top 40% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

above average
358k
0255075100
Same streetTop 39%Same areaTop 25%CitywideBottom 49%
Same street · Lilac Street
#11 / 28
Top 39% · Avg 348.4k
Same area · Earl Grey
#311 / 1,239
Top 25% · Avg 319.3k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#99,164 / 194,458
Bottom 49% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

around average
1911
0255075100
Same streetBottom 46%Same areaBottom 28%CitywideBottom 7%

Lot Size

above average
3,020 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 25%Same areaTop 48%CitywideBottom 12%

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

291 Lilac Street — 37 amenities found within 500 m, across 7 categories, including 22 dining (nearest 142 m), 2 education (nearest 131 m), 4 healthcare (nearest 352 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining22
🏫Education2
🏥Healthcare4
🛒Shopping3
🌳Parks2
💪Sports1
Worship3

Crime & Safety

Earl Grey · WPS public data · 2026

Annual incidents

46

2026

vs. city avg

+56%

relative to avg

Year-over-year

-92%

vs. prior year

Primary type

Property

63%

Sales History

Sold 11/2023CA$300k–350k
Sold price

Same street

Top 48%

Same area

Top 28%

City-wide

Top 48%
Sold 6/2020CA$300k–350k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 39%

Same area

Top 48%

City-wide

Bottom 42%

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Highlights & common questions: 291 Lilac Street, Winnipeg

Property Overview: 291 Lilac Street, Earl Grey, Winnipeg

Section 1: Key Characteristics & Appeal

This well-situated two-storey home in the established Earl Grey neighbourhood presents a balanced offering for a specific buyer. Its key characteristics include a renovated basement, a detached garage, and a 1,331 sqft living space that is consistently average-to-above-average for its immediate street and area. The lot size of 3,020 sqft is notably generous for Lilac Street itself, ranking in the top 25%.

The appeal lies in its position within a mature, central community, offering a home that requires no immediate major updates, thanks to the renovated basement. It suits practical buyers who value location and move-in readiness over a brand-new build. A thoughtful perspective is that while the 1911 build date places it below the citywide average for age, this also suggests a home with established character in a historic neighbourhood, potentially with architectural details lost in newer constructions. It’s ideally suited for a small family, couple, or investor looking for a solid, no-surprises property in a desirable area, rather than a fixer-upper or a sprawling suburban lot.

Section 2: Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is the house in good condition for its age?
The data indicates a renovated basement, which is a significant update. While the main systems and structure of a 115-year-old home should always be professionally inspected, this renovation suggests proactive maintenance.

2. How does the property value compare to the area?
The home’s assessed value is above average for the Earl Grey neighbourhood (top 25%), but around average for Lilac Street itself. This suggests you are buying into a strong area, with the property priced consistently among its direct peers.

3. Is the lot size a pro or a con?
It depends on your priorities. The lot is larger than most on the same street, offering good outdoor space for the location. However, it is below the citywide average, which is skewed by newer suburban developments. For an inner-city neighbourhood, this is a decent-sized parcel.

4. What might the sale history indicate?
The property sold relatively recently in late 2023. This provides a very current market price benchmark, offering clearer insight than older comparable sales and potentially indicating a motivated seller.

5. Who might this home not suit?
It may not suit buyers seeking a modern, open-concept layout (typical of newer builds) or those wanting extensive acreage. The home’s age, while well-maintained, will inherently come with a different maintenance profile than a new construction.