840 Garwood Avenue

Earl Grey, Winnipeg

Property score

55.2

Fair

Overall 55.2 · Smaller but newer than most nearby homes

954 sqft (bottom 25%) · Built in 1942 (14 yrs newer than avg)

Located in a above-average income area with median household income of ~77.5k

Transit 86.0 · 3-min walk to transit with 4 nearby routes · Within 500m: 3 dining spots, 3 schools, 2 healthcare facilitys, and 1 shop nearby

Living Area

Below average

21% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Above average

14 yrs newer than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 84%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

55.2 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

39.3Low
Living Area954 sqft42Low
Year Built194224Low
Lot Size3,438 sqft38Low
Neighbourhood Sales Activity71Good

Community Score

79.1Good
Household Income76Good
Education Level82Excellent
Housing Stress83Excellent
Core Housing Need88Excellent
Employment Health76Good

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: #46110391

Community deep dive

$78K

Median household income

$89K

Average household income

9%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.3

Income inequality (Gini)

3.1

P90 / P10 ratio

37%

Single-person households

18%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)551
Labour force participation rate71%
Median age35.2
Avg household size2.1
Unemployment rate6%
Population density5009 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)9%
Single-person households37%
Couple families with children18%
Median household income (2020)$78K

Housing

Renter households40%
Condominium dwellings0%
Median dwelling value (owners)$300K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)18%
Visible minority19%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)41%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 83%
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

around average
954 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 35%Same areaBottom 25%CitywideBottom 22%
Same street · Garwood Avenue
#150 / 232
Bottom 35% · Avg 1,049 sqft
Same area · Earl Grey
#929 / 1,239
Bottom 25% · Avg 1,206 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#152,512 / 194,458
Bottom 22% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

around average
332k
0255075100
Same streetTop 33%Same areaTop 36%CitywideBottom 40%
Same street · Garwood Avenue
#76 / 232
Top 33% · Avg 314.7k
Same area · Earl Grey
#445 / 1,239
Top 36% · Avg 319.3k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#117,222 / 194,458
Bottom 40% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

above average
1942
0255075100
Same streetTop 44%Same areaTop 27%CitywideBottom 20%

Lot Size

around average
3,438 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 43%Same areaTop 35%CitywideBottom 18%

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Transit & Walkability

Nearby stops, routes & transit score

Nearby Amenities

Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more

840 Garwood Avenue — 15 amenities found within 500 m, across 6 categories, including 3 dining (nearest 257 m), 3 education (nearest 229 m), 2 healthcare (nearest 197 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining3
🏫Education3
🏥Healthcare2
🛒Shopping1
🌳Parks3
Worship3

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 10/2017CA$250k–300k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 39%

Same area

Bottom 35%

City-wide

Bottom 31%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 840 Garwood Avenue, Winnipeg

Property Overview & Appeal

This one-storey home at 840 Garwood Avenue in Earl Grey is a classic, renovated character property built in 1942. Its key characteristics include a 954 sqft living area, a fully renovated basement, and a detached garage on a standard 3,438 sqft lot. The home’s assessed value is notably strong for its immediate area, ranking in the top third on its own street.

The appeal lies in its move-in readiness due to the basement renovation, combined with the charm and convenience of the established Earl Grey neighbourhood. It represents a practical, grounded opportunity in a desirable area without the premium price of a larger or newer home. It would suit first-time buyers seeking character in a mature neighbourhood, downsizers looking for a manageable single-level layout with updated spaces, or pragmatic investors attracted by the solid assessment value and the street’s consistent appeal.

A less obvious perspective is that this home offers a balance of vintage charm and modern function without being a top-to-bottom project, allowing owners to enjoy the neighbourhood immediately. Additionally, its assessed value performance suggests it is viewed as a solid asset within its local market context, which can be a stabilizing factor.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How does the living space compare to other homes in the area?
At 954 sqft, the living area is slightly below the average for both the Earl Grey neighbourhood and the city overall, but is quite typical for Garwood Avenue itself. This indicates a comfortable, efficient footprint that is standard for many character homes on the street.

2. What does the "renovated basement" include?
The listing confirms the basement is renovated, but specifics on finishes, ceiling height, legal compliance, and access should be verified with the seller or listing agent to understand its full functionality and potential uses.

3. Is the assessed value a reliable indicator of the likely sale price?
The assessed value of $332,000 is a strong benchmark for municipal taxation. Notably, it ranks well above the median on Garwood Avenue. However, market conditions, the home’s updated condition, and buyer demand will ultimately determine the sale price, which may differ.

4. What are the implications of the detached garage?
A detached garage offers valuable storage or workshop space and can reduce noise transfer into the home. Considerations include its condition, the walk to the house in winter, and whether the driveway allows for convenient parking.

5. The home was built in 1942. What should I be aware of?
While the basement has been renovated, a home of this age may have original elements like wiring, plumbing, or windows that could require attention or updating. A thorough home inspection is essential to understand the condition of these core systems and the structure itself.

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