857 Lorette Avenue

Earl Grey, Winnipeg

Property score

50.9

Fair

Overall 50.9 · Smaller than most nearby homes

880 sqft (bottom 20%) · Built in 1912 (16 yrs older than avg)

Located in a above-average income area with median household income of ~75k

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

Living Area

Below average

27% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Below average

16 yrs older than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 81%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

50.9 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

32.9Low
Living Area880 sqft32Low
Year Built191216Low
Lot Size3,742 sqft46Low
Neighbourhood Sales Activity71Good

Community Score

77.9Good
Household Income75Good
Education Level82Excellent
Housing Stress74Good
Core Housing Need76Good
Employment Health90Excellent

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: #46110417

Community deep dive

$75K

Median household income

$80K

Average household income

12%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.2

Income inequality (Gini)

3.0

P90 / P10 ratio

35%

Single-person households

18%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)518
Labour force participation rate78%
Median age34.0
Avg household size2.1
Unemployment rate4%
Population density4709 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)12%
Single-person households35%
Couple families with children18%
Median household income (2020)$75K

Housing

Renter households38%
Condominium dwellings0%
Median dwelling value (owners)$300K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)15%
Visible minority23%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)45%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 81%
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
880 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 34%Same areaBottom 20%CitywideBottom 15%
Same street · Lorette Avenue
#150 / 229
Bottom 34% · Avg 1,040 sqft
Same area · Earl Grey
#986 / 1,239
Bottom 20% · Avg 1,206 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#165,778 / 194,458
Bottom 15% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

around average
272k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 31%Same areaBottom 34%CitywideBottom 22%
Same street · Lorette Avenue
#159 / 229
Bottom 31% · Avg 321.8k
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

around average
1912
0255075100
Same streetBottom 7%Same areaBottom 39%CitywideBottom 8%

Lot Size

above average
3,742 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 26%Same areaTop 21%CitywideBottom 22%

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Transit & Walkability

Nearby stops, routes & transit score

Nearby Amenities

Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more

857 Lorette Avenue — 13 amenities found within 500 m, across 6 categories, including 2 dining (nearest 236 m), 3 education (nearest 140 m), 2 healthcare (nearest 215 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining2
🏫Education3
🏥Healthcare2
🛒Shopping1
🌳Parks2
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 12/2019CA$200k–250k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 15%

Same area

Bottom 7%

City-wide

Bottom 12%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 857 Lorette Avenue, Winnipeg

Property Overview: 857 Lorette Avenue, Winnipeg

Section 1: Key Characteristics & Appeal

This one-and-a-half storey home in Earl Grey presents a classic Winnipeg character property built in 1912. With 880 square feet of living space and a renovated basement, it offers a compact, efficient layout. Its assessed value is modest and aligns closely with the local area averages for Lorette Avenue and the wider Earl Grey neighbourhood.

The primary appeal lies in its location within a well-established, central community. The lot size of 3,742 square feet is notably above average for Earl Grey, providing valuable outdoor space that is less common for homes of this vintage in the area. This combination suggests a property where the land and location contribute significant value relative to the home itself. It would suit first-time buyers seeking an entry into a desirable neighbourhood, practical downsizers looking for a manageable home with a good-sized yard, or value-oriented investors attracted by the below-city-average assessment and the potential of the lot.

A less obvious perspective is that this home, while smaller and older than city averages, sits in a competitive position within its immediate streetscape and local community—its key metrics are typical for Lorette Avenue. This indicates it’s a representative, no-surprises offering in its specific micro-market, not an outlier.

Section 2: Frequently Asked Questions

1. How does the home’s size compare to others in the area?
At 880 sqft, the living area is below the average for both the Earl Grey neighbourhood and Winnipeg citywide. However, on its own street (Lorette Avenue), it ranks around the middle of the pack, indicating the surrounding homes are of a similar, character-home scale.

2. What does the assessed value tell us?
The assessed value is around the average for both Lorette Avenue and the Earl Grey neighbourhood but below the citywide average. This typically reflects the home’s older age and smaller size compared to the broader Winnipeg market, while confirming its value is consistent with its immediate location.

3. Is the lot size a positive feature?
Yes. The land area of 3,742 sqft ranks well above the Earl Grey neighbourhood average, meaning this property offers more yard space than many comparable area homes. This is a distinct advantage for a home of this era.

4. The home was built in 1912. What should I consider?
As a 114-year-old home, prospective buyers should prioritize a thorough inspection to understand the condition of original elements like wiring, plumbing, and the foundation. While it has historic charm, maintenance and potential updates should be factored into planning.

5. Who might this property not suit?
It may not be ideal for buyers seeking a modern, open-concept layout or substantial square footage without undertaking a major renovation or expansion. The home’s layout and size are characteristic of its early 20th-century origins.

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