306 Lilac Street

Earl Grey, Winnipeg

Property score

60.7

Fair

Overall 60.7 · Older than most nearby homes

1,154 sqft (bottom 48%) · Built in 1910 (18 yrs older than avg)

Located in a above-average income area with median household income of ~85k

Transit 92.0 · 3-min walk to transit with 5 nearby routes · Within 500m: 19 dining spots, 3 schools, 5 healthcare facilitys, and 4 shops nearby

Living Area

Near average

4% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Below average

18 yrs older than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 85%French · 3%

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

60.7 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

45.8Low
Living Area1,154 sqft60Fair
Year Built191010Low
Lot Size2,520 sqft28Low
Neighbourhood Sales Activity71Good

Community Score

83.1Excellent
Household Income79Good
Education Level91Excellent
Housing Stress83Excellent
Core Housing Need88Excellent
Employment Health83Excellent

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: #46110392

Community deep dive

$85K

Median household income

$90K

Average household income

10%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.2

Income inequality (Gini)

3.2

P90 / P10 ratio

32%

Single-person households

26%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)509
Labour force participation rate74%
Median age37.6
Avg household size2.2
Unemployment rate7%
Population density4627 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)10%
Single-person households32%
Couple families with children26%
Median household income (2020)$85K

Housing

Renter households26%
Condominium dwellings4%
Median dwelling value (owners)$300K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)16%
Visible minority16%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)54%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 85%
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
1,154 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 36%Same areaBottom 48%CitywideBottom 45%
Same street · Lilac Street
#18 / 28
Bottom 36% · Avg 1,301 sqft
Same area · Earl Grey
#647 / 1,239
Bottom 48% · Avg 1,206 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#106,127 / 194,458
Bottom 45% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

around average
302k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 43%Same areaTop 50%CitywideBottom 30%
Same street · Lilac Street
#16 / 28
Bottom 43% · Avg 348.4k
Same area · Earl Grey
#616 / 1,239
Top 50% · Avg 319.3k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#136,482 / 194,458
Bottom 30% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

below average
1910
0255075100
Same streetBottom 25%Same areaBottom 20%CitywideBottom 6%

Lot Size

around average
2,520 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 36%Same areaBottom 19%CitywideBottom 5%

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Transit & Walkability

Nearby stops, routes & transit score

Nearby Amenities

Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more

306 Lilac Street — 36 amenities found within 500 m, across 7 categories, including 19 dining (nearest 225 m), 3 education (nearest 129 m), 5 healthcare (nearest 325 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining19
🏫Education3
🏥Healthcare5
🛒Shopping4
🌳Parks2
💪Sports1
Worship2

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 10/2023CA$350k–400k
Sold price

Same street

Top 43%

Same area

Top 26%

City-wide

Top 46%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 306 Lilac Street, Winnipeg

Property Summary: 306 Lilac Street, Winnipeg

Section 1: Key Characteristics & Appeal

This two-storey home in the established Earl Grey neighbourhood offers a practical footprint with a renovated basement. Built in 1910, it carries the character and construction quality of its era, situated on a modest, manageable lot. Its primary appeal lies in its solid positioning as an "average" performer within its immediate context: the living space, assessed value, and lot size are all competitively aligned with similar homes on Lilac Street and within the wider Earl Grey area. This suggests a home that is neither over-improved nor under-sized for its locale, offering a balanced entry point into a desirable neighbourhood.

The property would suit a pragmatic buyer—perhaps a first-time homeowner or a downsizer—who values location and functional space over modern extravagance. The renovated basement adds usable square footage without the premium of a brand-new build. A thoughtful perspective is that its consistent "middle-of-the-pack" metrics could indicate stability and reduce the risk of overpaying relative to the immediate area, though it also means the home doesn't stand out for size or newness. It’s a home for someone who appreciates the established tree-lined streets of Earl Grey and is prepared to steward a character property, understanding that its age (ranking in the older tier) may come with both charm and maintenance considerations.

Section 2: Frequently Asked Questions

1. How does the home's size compare practically?
At 1,154 sqft of living area, it is slightly smaller than the average for both Lilac Street and Earl Grey, but well within the typical range. It's a efficient layout suitable for a smaller household.

2. What does the assessed value tell us?
The City's assessed value ($30.20k) is a figure used for property tax calculation and is not market value. Its assessment is near the middle for the area, suggesting the property is viewed consistently with its peers for municipal purposes. The home sold for $350k in October 2023, which is the relevant market price.

3. Are there any obvious drawbacks from the data?
The lot size is below average for Earl Grey and significantly smaller than the Winnipeg city average. This means smaller outdoor space but also less yard maintenance. The home's age (1910) places it among the older homes in the city, which often involves planning for updates and maintenance.

4. Who might this property not suit?
Buyers seeking a large yard, ultra-modern infrastructure, or a home that ranks in the top tier for size and newness within the city may find it lacking. It's geared toward those who value neighbourhood over sheer property scale.

5. What is the neighbourhood context like?
Earl Grey is a mature, central neighbourhood. The data shows that homes on Lilac Street itself are very comparable in size and value, indicating a consistent, stable streetscape without extreme outliers, which can be appealing for neighbourhood cohesion.

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