686 Mulvey Avenue

Earl Grey, Winnipeg

Property score

59.8

Fair

Overall 59.8 · Older than most nearby homes

1,190 sqft (top 48%) · Built in 1910 (18 yrs older than avg)

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

Transit 80.0 · 4-min walk to transit with 3 nearby routes · Within 500m: 35 dining spots, 2 schools, 3 shops, and 3 parks nearby

Living Area

Near average

1% 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

59.8 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

44.3Low
Living Area60
1,190 sqftFair
Year Built10
1910Low
Lot Size18
2,307 sqftLow
Neighbourhood Sales Activity71
Good

Community Score

83.1Excellent
Household Income79
Good
Education Level91
Excellent
Housing Stress83
Excellent
Core Housing Need88
Excellent
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: #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
1,190 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 44%Same areaTop 48%CitywideBottom 49%
Same street · Mulvey Avenue
#160 / 362
Top 44% · Avg 1,183 sqft
Same area · Earl Grey
#597 / 1,239
Top 48% · Avg 1,206 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#99,787 / 194,458
Bottom 49% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

around average
300k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 36%Same areaBottom 49%CitywideBottom 29%
Same street · Mulvey Avenue
#231 / 362
Bottom 36% · Avg 334.4k
Same area · Earl Grey
#628 / 1,239
Bottom 49% · Avg 319.3k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#137,607 / 194,458
Bottom 29% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

below average
1910
0255075100
Same streetBottom 19%Same areaBottom 20%CitywideBottom 6%

Lot Size

below average
2,307 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 5%Same areaBottom 5%CitywideBottom 2%

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

686 Mulvey Avenue — 48 amenities found within 500 m, across 7 categories, including 35 dining (nearest 280 m), 2 education (nearest 94 m), 3 shopping (nearest 287 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining35
🏫Education2
🛒Shopping3
🌳Parks3
💪Sports1
Fuel Stations2
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

686 Mulvey Avenue: We are not showing a transaction history based solely on public data; that does not mean no sale ever occurred. You can still request details by email in the “Data notes” section below—we will look it up manually and reply with the most accurate information available.

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 686 Mulvey Avenue, Winnipeg

Property Overview

This 1,190 sqft, two-and-a-half storey home on Mulvey Avenue in Earl Grey presents a classic Winnipeg character property built in 1910. Its key appeal lies in its established, central neighbourhood and a living space size that is squarely average for the area, offering a manageable footprint. The assessed value of $300k is moderate for the street and neighbourhood, suggesting a potentially accessible entry point into the market. The lot is notably compact at 2,307 sqft, which means minimal yard maintenance but also limited outdoor private space.

This home would suit a buyer looking for a character-filled house without an overwhelming amount of square footage to maintain, possibly a first-time buyer or a downsizer seeking a central location. Its appeal is grounded in practicality and location rather than luxury features, as it lacks a garage, pool, and a renovated basement. A thoughtful buyer might see the compact lot and unrenovated basement not just as limitations, but as opportunities to avoid the high costs and labour of extensive landscaping or to customize the lower level to their specific needs without first undoing someone else’s renovations.


Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is the $300k assessed value a reliable indicator of the likely selling price?
While assessed value is for municipal tax purposes and not an appraisal, it provides a benchmark. Here, it’s around average for Earl Grey, suggesting the home is priced within the core of the neighbourhood market, but the final sale price will depend on current market conditions, the home’s interior condition, and buyer demand.

2. What are the implications of such a small lot size?
The 2,307 sqft lot is significantly smaller than most in the city and even on the street. This translates to very low yard maintenance, which is a plus for those seeking a lock-and-leave lifestyle or who prioritize indoor space. The trade-off is minimal private outdoor space for gardening, play, or entertaining.

3. The home is older than most (built 1910). What should I consider?
Character and solid construction are potential benefits, but priority checks should include the age and condition of major systems like the roof, plumbing, wiring, and foundation. An older home like this may have higher maintenance costs and could benefit from energy efficiency upgrades.

4. The basement is noted as "not renovated." What does this mean?
Typically, this indicates the basement is in a functional, utilitarian state—likely with concrete floors, exposed beams, and basic finishes. While it may not be a finished living space, it often provides valuable storage, laundry area, and mechanical systems. It represents potential for future customization.

5. There’s no garage. What are parking options?
The property likely relies on on-street parking. It’s important to check with the city regarding any residential parking permit requirements or restrictions on Mulvey Avenue, and to observe parking availability during different times of day.