459 Kent Road

East Elmwood, Winnipeg

Property score

46.6

Below average

Overall 46.6 · Smaller than most nearby homes

796 sqft (bottom 25%) · Built in 1955 (2 yrs newer than avg)

Located in a above-average income area with median household income of ~80k

Transit 70.0 · 6-min walk to transit with 3 nearby routes · Within 500m: 3 schools, and 4 parks nearby

Living Area

Below average

25% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Near average

2 yrs newer than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 73%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

46.6 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

32.8Low
Living Area796 sqft22Low
Year Built195536Low
Lot Size5,338 sqft67Good
Neighbourhood Sales Activity48Low

Community Score

67.2Good
Household Income77Good
Education Level22Low
Housing Stress83Excellent
Core Housing Need100Excellent
Employment Health60Fair

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: #46110800

Community deep dive

$80K

Median household income

$81K

Average household income

11%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.2

Income inequality (Gini)

2.6

P90 / P10 ratio

21%

Single-person households

24%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)512
Labour force participation rate58%
Median age38.0
Avg household size2.8
Unemployment rate7%
Population density3200 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)11%
Single-person households21%
Couple families with children24%
Median household income (2020)$80K

Housing

Renter households17%
Condominium dwellings0%
Median dwelling value (owners)$250K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)27%
Visible minority26%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)11%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 72%
Mother tongue (2nd)Tagalog · 6%

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

Rankings

Living Area

below average
796 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 27%Same areaBottom 25%CitywideBottom 9%
Same street · Kent Road
#82 / 113
Bottom 27% · Avg 1,372 sqft
Same area · East Elmwood
#877 / 1,163
Bottom 25% · Avg 1,065 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#177,568 / 194,458
Bottom 9% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

below average
218k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 18%Same areaBottom 23%CitywideBottom 11%
Same street · Kent Road
#93 / 113
Bottom 18% · Avg 307.7k
Same area · East Elmwood
#899 / 1,163
Bottom 23% · Avg 265k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#173,200 / 194,458
Bottom 11% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

around average
1955
0255075100
Same streetTop 49%Same areaTop 42%CitywideBottom 34%

Lot Size

above average
5,338 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 28%Same areaTop 14%CitywideTop 47%

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

459 Kent Road — 7 amenities found within 500 m, across 2 categories, including 3 education (nearest 158 m), 4 parks (nearest 122 m).

Search radius
🏫Education3
🌳Parks4

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 7/2017CA$150k–200k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 13%

Same area

Bottom 13%

City-wide

Bottom 8%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 459 Kent Road, Winnipeg

Property Overview

459 Kent Road is a compact, one-storey home in Winnipeg's East Elmwood neighbourhood. Built in 1955, its primary appeal lies in its generous 5,338 sqft lot, which is notably larger than many in the immediate area. The house itself, at 796 sqft of living space, is modest and sits below the average size for the street and neighbourhood. This creates a distinct dynamic: a smaller, vintage home on a spacious, established lot. Its assessed value is relatively low compared to city-wide averages, positioning it as an accessible entry point.

This property would suit a first-time buyer, an investor, or someone seeking a lower-maintenance home with significant outdoor space. Its appeal is practical rather than luxurious, offering the chance to own a detached home with a garage in a mature community without a premium price tag. A thoughtful perspective is recognizing the potential in the land itself; for the right buyer, the large lot offers future possibilities—from gardening and expansion to simply having more private outdoor space than is typical in this price range.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is this a small house?
Yes. At 796 sqft, the living area is below average for both Kent Road and the wider East Elmwood area. It is a compact, one-storey layout.

2. What is the standout feature of this property?
The lot size. At over 5,300 sqft, the property has a significantly larger yard than most comparable homes in East Elmwood, offering ample outdoor space.

3. How does its value compare to the area?
Its assessed value is below the average for the street, neighbourhood, and city. This suggests it is a more affordable option within the market, though the lower value likely reflects the home's smaller size and age.

4. What is the neighbourhood like?
East Elmwood is a mature, established neighbourhood. The data shows homes here are typically from the mid-1950s, similar to this property, with a mix of sizes and values.

5. When was it last sold?
The data indicates a sale in July 2017 for $188,000. This provides a historical price point, though current market conditions would determine its present value.

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