679 Mulvey Avenue

Earl Grey, Winnipeg

Property score

66.6

Good

Overall 66.6 · Larger than most nearby homes

1,518 sqft (top 17%) · Built in 1914 (14 yrs older than avg)

Located in a above-average income area with median household income of ~66.5k

Transit 80.0 · 4-min walk to transit with 3 nearby routes · Within 500m: 31 dining spots, 2 schools, 3 shops, and 3 parks nearby

Living Area

Above average

26% larger than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Near average

14 yrs older than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 86%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

66.6 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

58.4Fair
Living Area79
1,518 sqftGood
Year Built16
1914Low
Lot Size28
2,658 sqftLow
Neighbourhood Sales Activity71
Good

Community Score

79.0Good
Household Income68
Good
Education Level100
Excellent
Housing Stress74
Good
Core Housing Need100
Excellent
Employment Health76
Good

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: #46110394

Community deep dive

$67K

Median household income

$88K

Average household income

12%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.3

Income inequality (Gini)

3.6

P90 / P10 ratio

46%

Single-person households

12%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)428
Labour force participation rate82%
Median age36.4
Avg household size1.9
Unemployment rate17%
Population density6114 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)12%
Single-person households46%
Couple families with children12%
Median household income (2020)$67K

Housing

Renter households63%
Condominium dwellings8%
Median dwelling value (owners)$304K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)10%
Visible minority14%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)60%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 86%
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

above average
1,518 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 10%Same areaTop 17%CitywideTop 29%
Same street · Mulvey Avenue
#37 / 362
Top 10% · Avg 1,183 sqft
Same area · Earl Grey
#210 / 1,239
Top 17% · Avg 1,206 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#57,180 / 194,458
Top 29% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

around average
281k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 29%Same areaBottom 38%CitywideBottom 24%
Same street · Mulvey Avenue
#256 / 362
Bottom 29% · Avg 334.4k
Same area · Earl Grey
#768 / 1,239
Bottom 38% · Avg 319.3k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#147,081 / 194,458
Bottom 24% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

around average
1914
0255075100
Same streetBottom 41%Same areaTop 42%CitywideBottom 11%

Lot Size

around average
2,658 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 21%Same areaBottom 31%CitywideBottom 7%

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

679 Mulvey Avenue — 43 amenities found within 500 m, across 7 categories, including 31 dining (nearest 234 m), 2 education (nearest 165 m), 3 shopping (nearest 253 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining31
🏫Education2
🛒Shopping3
🌳Parks3
💪Sports1
Fuel Stations2
Worship1

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 11/2016CA$200k–250k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 9%

Same area

Bottom 14%

City-wide

Bottom 17%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 679 Mulvey Avenue, Winnipeg

Property Overview

This two-storey home on Mulvey Avenue in Earl Grey presents a distinct profile. Its primary appeal lies in its generous, above-average living space within a well-regarded neighbourhood, paired with a notably low municipal assessment. At 1,518 sqft, the house offers significantly more interior room than most comparable homes on its street and in the Earl Grey area. This spaciousness is a key asset. The home is over a century old (built in 1914) and features a renovated basement. It sits on a modest, city-typical lot for its area with no garage or pool.

The property would suit practical buyers who prioritize interior square footage and location over turn-key modern finishes. It’s a potential match for those comfortable with the character and maintenance considerations of an older home, or for value-conscious investors or families looking to enter the Earl Grey neighbourhood, possibly viewing the low assessed value as a relative tax advantage or a renovation opportunity. Its appeal is more functional than luxurious, offering space and location at what may be a compelling price point.


Frequently Asked Questions

1. Why is the assessed value so much lower than the city-wide average?
Municipal assessments are for tax purposes and don't always reflect current market value. This assessment is low even compared to homes on the same street, which could be due to the home's age, specific condition, or the timing of the last assessment. It's important to get a current market evaluation.

2. What does the "renovated basement" entail?
The listing confirms the basement is renovated but provides no details. Buyers should investigate the scope, quality, permits, and moisture control of this renovation, as basements in century-old homes can present unique challenges.

3. Is the lack of a garage a significant drawback in this area?
Many older homes in central Winnipeg neighbourhoods like Earl Grey do not have garages. Street parking is common. For some buyers, this is a trade-off for the location and lot size; for others, it's a major inconvenience. Checking on-street parking regulations is advised.

4. How does the lot size impact the property?
At 2,658 sqft, the lot is smaller than most on Mulvey Avenue but typical for Earl Grey. This means lower exterior maintenance but also limited space for additions, large decks, or extensive landscaping. The focus here is on the house itself rather than the yard.

5. The home is 110 years old. What should I be most concerned about?
While the renovated basement is a positive, key considerations for a home of this age include the condition of the foundation, roof, plumbing, electrical systems (knob-and-tube wiring may still be present), and windows. A thorough inspection is essential to understand the modernized elements versus original components.