831 Jessie Avenue

Earl Grey, Winnipeg

Property score

51.1

Fair

Overall 51.1 · Smaller but newer than most nearby homes

751 sqft (bottom 10%) · Built in 1946 (18 yrs newer than avg)

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

Transit 94.0 · 2-min walk to transit with 4 nearby routes · Within 500m: 23 dining spots, 3 schools, 5 healthcare facilitys, and 3 shops nearby

Living Area

Below average

38% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Above average

18 yrs newer 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

51.1 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

29.7Low
Living Area751 sqft22Low
Year Built194630Low
Lot Size3,725 sqft46Low
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

below average
751 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 7%Same areaBottom 10%CitywideBottom 6%
Same street · Jessie Avenue
#259 / 279
Bottom 7% · Avg 1,314 sqft
Same area · Earl Grey
#1,121 / 1,239
Bottom 10% · Avg 1,206 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#182,094 / 194,458
Bottom 6% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

around average
272k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 27%Same areaBottom 34%CitywideBottom 22%
Same street · Jessie Avenue
#203 / 279
Bottom 27% · Avg 337.7k
Same area · Earl Grey
#821 / 1,239
Bottom 34% · Avg 319.3k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#151,134 / 194,458
Bottom 22% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

above average
1946
0255075100
Same streetTop 20%Same areaTop 23%CitywideBottom 23%

Lot Size

above average
3,725 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 39%Same areaTop 22%CitywideBottom 22%

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Transit & Walkability

Nearby stops, routes & transit score

Nearby Amenities

Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more

831 Jessie Avenue — 37 amenities found within 500 m, across 7 categories, including 23 dining (nearest 70 m), 3 education (nearest 82 m), 5 healthcare (nearest 241 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining23
🏫Education3
🏥Healthcare5
🛒Shopping3
🌳Parks1
💪Sports1
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 5/2024CA$250k–300k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 11%

Same area

Bottom 25%

City-wide

Bottom 24%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 831 Jessie Avenue, Winnipeg

Property Overview

This one-storey home at 831 Jessie Avenue in Winnipeg's Earl Grey neighbourhood presents a compact, no-frills opportunity. Its key appeal lies in being an affordable entry point into a well-established area. With 751 sqft of living space, it is notably smaller than most comparable homes locally and city-wide, indicating a true starter home or downsizing option. The property features a detached garage and a full, unrenovated basement on a standard 3,725 sqft lot. Built in 1946, it is actually newer than many homes in its immediate area, which may suggest slightly updated core systems compared to neighbouring century-old homes. The recent sale price and assessed value are consistently below average, reinforcing its position as a value-oriented listing.

This property would best suit a first-time buyer comfortable with a project, an investor looking for a straightforward rental, or someone seeking to minimize living space and expenses in a central location. Its smaller size and unrenovated state mean immediate costs may be lower, but it leaves room for future personalization. A less obvious perspective is that its "below average" size and value could be a strategic advantage, potentially resulting in lower property taxes and utility costs, while the lot size is generous for the area, offering valuable outdoor space.


Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is the basement finished or usable for living space?
No, the basement is noted as "not renovated," meaning it is unfinished and would require significant work to be used as formal living space.

2. How does the home's size compare to others in the area?
At 751 sqft, the living area is significantly smaller than the local average, ranking in the bottom 10% for Earl Grey. This emphasizes its status as a compact home.

3. What does the assessed value tell us about the property?
The assessed value is below the average for the street and city, which generally aligns with the home's smaller size and unrenovated condition. This often correlates with a more affordable purchase price and property taxes.

4. The home was built in 1946. Is that old for this neighbourhood?
Interestingly, no. While 80 years old, it ranks in the top 25% for its street, meaning it is newer than many homes in Earl Grey. This could indicate that major components like wiring or plumbing might be from a later era than in neighbouring, older houses.

5. What is the potential here for an investor or buyer willing to renovate?
The primary potential lies in the land value and location within Earl Grey. The unrenovated basement and compact main floor present clear opportunities to add value and customize the space, though any investment should be weighed against the home's modest overall square footage.

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