1039 Talbot Avenue

East Elmwood, Winnipeg

Property score

44.4

Below average

Overall 44.4 · Smaller than most nearby homes

700 sqft (bottom 7%) · Built in 1953

Located in a above-average income area with median household income of ~73k

Transit 94.0 · 1-min walk to transit with 4 nearby routes · Within 500m: 10 dining spots, 1 shop, 4 parks, and 1 sports facility nearby

Living Area

Below average

34% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Below average

0 yrs newer than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 72%Tagalog · 7%

Past 10 years East Elmwood sales snapshot (~80% of all data)

Sold Count

460

Median price

277.7k

$/sqft

$225/sqft

Avg build year

1953

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Property score

44.4 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

30.7Low
Living Area700 sqft22Low
Year Built195336Low
Lot Size4,012 sqft53Fair
Neighbourhood Sales Activity48Low

Community Score

64.9Fair
Household Income74Good
Education Level22Low
Housing Stress83Excellent
Core Housing Need76Good
Employment Health76Good

Neighbourhood Sales

East Elmwood

How to read: Share of sales in each ~$50k price band for “east elmwood” (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: #46110802

Community deep dive

$73K

Median household income

$81K

Average household income

16%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.3

Income inequality (Gini)

3.2

P90 / P10 ratio

23%

Single-person households

25%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)636
Labour force participation rate69%
Median age37.2
Avg household size2.7
Unemployment rate4%
Population density2544 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)16%
Single-person households23%
Couple families with children25%
Median household income (2020)$73K

Housing

Renter households38%
Condominium dwellings0%
Median dwelling value (owners)$250K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)25%
Visible minority32%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)14%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 72%
Mother tongue (2nd)Tagalog · 7%

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

Rankings

Living Area

below average
700 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 11%Same areaBottom 7%CitywideBottom 4%
Same street · Talbot Avenue
#341 / 384
Bottom 11% · Avg 997 sqft
Same area · East Elmwood
#1,087 / 1,163
Bottom 7% · Avg 1,065 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#186,863 / 194,458
Bottom 4% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

around average
230k
0255075100
Same streetTop 49%Same areaBottom 32%CitywideBottom 13%
Same street · Talbot Avenue
#189 / 384
Top 49% · Avg 239.3k
Same area · East Elmwood
#795 / 1,163
Bottom 32% · Avg 265k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#169,054 / 194,458
Bottom 13% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

around average
1953
0255075100
Same streetTop 32%Same areaBottom 37%CitywideBottom 31%

Lot Size

around average
4,012 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 46%Same areaBottom 31%CitywideBottom 26%

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Transit & Walkability

Nearby stops, routes & transit score

Nearby Amenities

Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more

1039 Talbot Avenue — 20 amenities found within 500 m, across 7 categories, including 10 dining (nearest 308 m), 1 shopping (nearest 352 m), 4 parks (nearest 183 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining10
🛒Shopping1
🌳Parks4
💪Sports1
🏦Finance1
Fuel Stations2
Worship1

Crime & Safety

East Elmwood · WPS public data · 2026

Annual incidents

16

2026

vs. city avg

-46%

relative to avg

Year-over-year

-92%

vs. prior year

Primary type

Property

63%

Sales History

Sold 7/2021CA$250k–300k
Sold price

Same street

Top 32%

Same area

Top 44%

City-wide

Bottom 23%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 1039 Talbot Avenue, Winnipeg

Property Overview: 1039 Talbot Avenue, East Elmwood, Winnipeg

Key Characteristics & Appeal

This is a compact, one-storey home built in 1953, offering 700 sqft of living space with a renovated basement. Its key appeal lies in its efficient, manageable scale and its position as a competitively priced entry point into the Winnipeg housing market. With an assessed value of $230k, it sits around the average for its immediate street and neighborhood, suggesting it is priced in line with local expectations rather than carrying a premium.

The home’s living area is notably smaller than most comparable properties in the area and city-wide, which will be its defining characteristic. This makes it best suited for first-time buyers, downsizers, or investors seeking a lower-maintenance property with renovation potential. The lot size is a solid, average 4,012 sqft for the East Elmwood area, offering good outdoor space relative to the home's footprint—a valuable asset for gardening, expansion, or simply having room to breathe.

A thoughtful perspective is that this property represents a "value-average" proposition. While nothing about its metrics is exceptional, there are no extreme red flags either; it is a median offering in its micro-location. The renovated basement adds functional space, which is a crucial upgrade for a home of this size. Its appeal is grounded in practicality and location, offering a foothold in a neighborhood without the premium often attached to larger, updated homes.


Frequently Asked Questions

1. How does the smaller living area impact value and livability?
At 700 sqft, the living space is below average for the neighborhood. This typically translates to a lower price point, making it an accessible option. Livability will depend on the occupant's needs—it's efficient for one or two people but may feel cramped for a growing family.

2. What does the "around average" assessed value mean in this context?
The $230k assessment is typical for Talbot Avenue and East Elmwood. This suggests the property is not over- or under-valued compared to its closest neighbors, providing a stable benchmark for pricing, though the final sale price will depend on market conditions and the home's condition.

3. Is the renovated basement a full living space?
The listing confirms a renovated basement, but the specifics (e.g., ceiling height, permits, finished rooms) are not detailed. This should be verified in a viewing to understand if it adds legal bedrooms or simply improved storage and utility space.

4. What are the implications of the 1953 build year?
Built in 1953, the home is older than many on its street but average for the city. Buyers should budget for potential updates to aging components like plumbing, electrical, or the roof, which are common for houses of this era, even with a renovated basement.

5. How does the lot size compare, and what are the possibilities?
The 4,012 sqft lot is standard for East Elmwood. It provides a good ratio of yard to house, which is a plus. For a future buyer, this presents opportunities not available on smaller lots, such as adding a garage, a larger deck, or even a future addition, subject to zoning bylaws.

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