590 Kent Road

East Elmwood, Winnipeg

67.3

Good

Overall 67.3

Larger and newer than most nearby homes

2,160 sqft (top 5%)

Built in 1960 (7 yrs newer than avg)

Located in a above-average income area

with median household income of ~70k

Transit 80.0

5-min walk to transit with 3 nearby routes

Within 500m: 4 dining spots, 2 shops, 6 parks, and 1 bank/ATM nearby

Living Area

Above average

103% larger than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Above average

7 yrs newer than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 71%Tagalog · 3%

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

67.3 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

76.4Good
Living Area2,160 sqft94Excellent
Year Built196043Low
Lot Size4,962 sqft60Fair
Neighbourhood Sales Activity48Low

Community Score

53.7Fair
Household Income72Good
Education Level10Low
Housing Stress42Low
Core Housing Need63Fair
Employment Health52Fair

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: #46110801

Community deep dive

$70K

Median household income

$75K

Average household income

19%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.2

Income inequality (Gini)

2.9

P90 / P10 ratio

22%

Single-person households

25%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)602
Labour force participation rate59%
Median age30.8
Avg household size2.7
Unemployment rate10%
Population density6020 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)19%
Single-person households22%
Couple families with children25%
Median household income (2020)$70K

Housing

Renter households57%
Condominium dwellings4%
Median dwelling value (owners)$304K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)19%
Visible minority24%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)9%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 70%
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

Elite
2,160 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 17%Same areaTop 5%CitywideTop 7%
Same street · Kent Road
#19 / 113
Top 17% · Avg 1,372 sqft
Same area · East Elmwood
#54 / 1,163
Top 5% · Avg 1,065 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#14,209 / 194,458
Top 7% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

above average
382k
0255075100
Same streetTop 30%Same areaTop 10%CitywideTop 43%
Same street · Kent Road
#34 / 113
Top 30% · Avg 307.7k
Same area · East Elmwood
#115 / 1,163
Top 10% · Avg 265k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#84,213 / 194,458
Top 43% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

Elite
1960
0255075100
Same streetTop 4%Same areaTop 14%CitywideBottom 42%

Lot Size

above average
4,962 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 27%Same areaTop 27%CitywideBottom 43%

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Transit & Walkability

Nearby stops, routes & transit score

Nearby Amenities

Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more

590 Kent Road — 15 amenities found within 500 m, across 6 categories, including 4 dining (nearest 400 m), 2 shopping (nearest 419 m), 6 parks (nearest 109 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining4
🛒Shopping2
🌳Parks6
🏦Finance1
Fuel Stations1
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 7/2019CA$350k–400k
Sold price

Same street

Top 24%

Same area

Top 10%

City-wide

Top 44%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 590 Kent Road, Winnipeg

Property Overview

This two-storey home at 590 Kent Road in East Elmwood is a property defined by its generous interior space and established neighborhood character. Built in 1960, it offers 2,160 sqft of living area, which ranks well above average for both the immediate street and the wider East Elmwood area. The home sits on a standard city lot of just under 5,000 sqft. Key features include a full, unrenovated basement and no attached garage. Its last recorded sale was in July 2019 for $360,000.

Key Characteristics & Appeal

The primary appeal of this property lies in its substantial square footage, offering more interior room than most comparable homes in a sought-after neighborhood. It suits buyers looking for a spacious canvas—whether that means moving into a larger home without the premium typically attached to such size in this area, or having a solid foundation for a gradual, personalized renovation. The home’s age (newer than many on its street) and its above-average assessment for East Elmwood suggest a well-regarded and stable location.

A thoughtful perspective is that the unrenovated basement and lack of a garage, while sometimes seen as drawbacks, actually present a clear opportunity. They allow a new owner to customize modern amenities—like a rec room, home office, or workshop—exactly to their needs without first undoing someone else’s renovations. This home is likely best suited for a practical buyer or a growing family who values space over immediate move-in perfection and is prepared for potential updates.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How does the home’s size compare to others?
With 2,160 sqft of living area, this home is significantly larger than the average in East Elmwood (approximately 1,065 sqft) and on Kent Road itself (approximately 1,372 sqft). It offers space in the top 5% of the neighborhood.

2. What is the property’s assessed value?
The assessed value is $38,200. This is above the average for East Elmwood, reflecting the home’s larger size and the neighborhood’s desirability, though it is around the city-wide average.

3. Is the basement finished?
No, the basement is not renovated. This presents both a project and an opportunity to finish the space according to a new owner’s specific needs and taste.

4. Is there a garage or parking?
The listing indicates there is no garage. Prospective buyers should investigate on-street parking regulations or the potential to add a driveway or garage, subject to local bylaws.

5. When was it last sold and for how much?
The home was last sold in July 2019 for $360,000. This provides a historical price point, but the current market value would be determined by present conditions and any changes made to the property since then.

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