703 Lorette Avenue

Earl Grey, Winnipeg

Property score

43.0

Below average

Overall 43.0 · Smaller and older than most nearby homes

652 sqft (bottom 2%) · Built in 1911 (17 yrs older than avg)

Located in a above-average income area with median household income of ~74.5k

Transit 80.0 · 3-min walk to transit with 3 nearby routes · Within 500m: 10 dining spots, 1 school, 1 healthcare facility, and 1 shop nearby

Living Area

Below average

46% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Below average

17 yrs older than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 78%Tagalog · 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

43.0 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

20.0Low
Living Area15
652 sqftLow
Year Built16
1911Low
Lot Size28
2,530 sqftLow
Neighbourhood Sales Activity71
Good

Community Score

77.4Good
Household Income74
Good
Education Level82
Excellent
Housing Stress74
Good
Core Housing Need76
Good
Employment Health90
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: #46110415

Community deep dive

$75K

Median household income

$81K

Average household income

12%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.2

Income inequality (Gini)

3.1

P90 / P10 ratio

38%

Single-person households

14%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)566
Labour force participation rate82%
Median age36.0
Avg household size2.1
Unemployment rate9%
Population density3537 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)12%
Single-person households38%
Couple families with children14%
Median household income (2020)$75K

Housing

Renter households35%
Condominium dwellings0%
Median dwelling value (owners)$280K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)16%
Visible minority21%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)40%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 77%
Mother tongue (2nd)Tagalog · 2%

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

Rankings

Living Area

below average
652 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 7%Same areaBottom 2%CitywideBottom 2%
Same street · Lorette Avenue
#212 / 229
Bottom 7% · Avg 1,040 sqft
Same area · Earl Grey
#1,210 / 1,239
Bottom 2% · Avg 1,206 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#190,888 / 194,458
Bottom 2% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

below average
212k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 11%Same areaBottom 5%CitywideBottom 10%
Same street · Lorette Avenue
#204 / 229
Bottom 11% · Avg 321.8k
Same area · Earl Grey
#1,176 / 1,239
Bottom 5% · Avg 319.3k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#175,062 / 194,458
Bottom 10% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

below average
1911
0255075100
Same streetBottom 2%Same areaBottom 28%CitywideBottom 7%

Lot Size

below average
2,530 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 11%Same areaBottom 21%CitywideBottom 5%

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

703 Lorette Avenue — 19 amenities found within 500 m, across 7 categories, including 10 dining (nearest 163 m), 1 education (nearest 234 m), 1 healthcare (nearest 221 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining10
🏫Education1
🏥Healthcare1
🛒Shopping1
🌳Parks2
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

Sold 10/2019CA$150k–200k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 7%

Same area

Bottom 3%

City-wide

Bottom 8%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 703 Lorette Avenue, Winnipeg

Property Overview: 703 Lorette Avenue, Winnipeg

Section 1: Key Characteristics & Appeal

This is a compact, one-storey character home in the established Earl Grey neighbourhood. Built in 1911, its key characteristic is its modest scale, with 652 sqft of living space and a 2,530 sqft lot, both significantly below area averages. This translates to a very low assessed value, positioning it as one of the most accessible entry points into a desirable, central community.

The primary appeal lies in this affordability within a prime location. The home features a renovated basement, adding functional space. It suits specific buyer profiles: first-time buyers seeking a foothold in a great neighbourhood without a large mortgage, downsizers looking to rightsize into a manageable property with character, or investors considering a value-add opportunity due to the home's age and below-average metrics. A thoughtful perspective is that a home of this size and vintage offers a simpler, lower-maintenance lifestyle focused on the community rather than the property itself, and its low operating costs are a significant long-term benefit.

Section 2: Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is this a "teardown" or renovation project?
Given its age, size, and low assessed value, some buyers may consider it for land value or a full rebuild. However, the renovated basement indicates it has been maintained as a livable home, making it suitable for move-in-ready buyers as well.

2. How does the small living area compare to nearby homes?
The data is clear: at 652 sqft, this home's living area is in the bottom 7% for the Earl Grey area, where comparable homes average about 1,206 sqft. Efficient use of space and the basement addition will be crucial.

3. What does the low assessed value mean for property taxes?
A low assessed value typically results in lower municipal property taxes, which is a tangible financial advantage for the owner, offsetting some costs associated with an older home.

4. Is there potential for expansion or adding a garage?
The lot is smaller than most in the area (below 79% of Earl Grey lots), which may limit expansion possibilities or adding detached structures. Checking specific zoning bylaws and setback requirements would be an essential next step.

5. The home last sold in 2019. What should I consider?
The 2019 sale price was notably low. Understanding what changes or investments have been made since then, and how market values in Earl Grey have trended, will be key to evaluating the current asking price.