598 Kent Road

East Elmwood, Winnipeg

67.7

Good

Overall 67.7

Larger and newer than most nearby homes

2,160 sqft (top 5%)

Built in 1961 (8 yrs newer than avg)

Located in a above-average income area

with median household income of ~70k

Transit 80.0

4-min walk to transit with 3 nearby routes

Within 500m: 4 dining spots, 2 shops, 5 parks, and 1 bank/ATM nearby

Living Area

Above average

103% larger than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Above average

8 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

67.7 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

77.0Good
Living Area2,160 sqft94Excellent
Year Built196146Low
Lot Size4,961 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
399k
0255075100
Same streetTop 19%Same areaTop 7%CitywideTop 39%
Same street · Kent Road
#22 / 113
Top 19% · Avg 307.7k
Same area · East Elmwood
#81 / 1,163
Top 7% · Avg 265k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#75,018 / 194,458
Top 39% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

Elite
1961
0255075100
Same streetTop 4%Same areaTop 12%CitywideBottom 43%

Lot Size

above average
4,961 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 23%Same areaTop 27%CitywideBottom 43%

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

598 Kent Road — 14 amenities found within 500 m, across 6 categories, including 4 dining (nearest 374 m), 2 shopping (nearest 394 m), 5 parks (nearest 124 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining4
🛒Shopping2
🌳Parks5
🏦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 7/2020CA$300k–350k
Sold price

Same street

Top 49%

Same area

Top 21%

City-wide

Bottom 43%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 598 Kent Road, Winnipeg

Property Overview: 598 Kent Road, East Elmwood, Winnipeg

Key Characteristics & Appeal

This two-storey home, built in 1961, stands out for its generous living space. With 2,160 square feet, it offers significantly more room than most homes in its immediate neighborhood and across East Elmwood, placing it in the top tier for size. The property features a renovated basement, adding to its functional space. While the lot size is more modest compared to others on Kent Road, it is above average for the East Elmwood area. The home’s assessed value is strong for the local context, indicating a well-regarded property within its community.

Its appeal lies in offering substantial interior space in a mature neighborhood—a combination that can be hard to find. It suits buyers who prioritize room to grow or work from home over having a large yard. It would be an excellent fit for a family needing multiple bedrooms and living areas, or for someone who values the character and established feel of an older home that has been updated where it counts, like the basement. A thoughtful perspective is that this property represents a "space value" proposition: you are investing more in the interior volume and utility of the building itself rather than in the land.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How does the lot size impact the property?
While the lot is smaller than some on the same street, it is still larger than the average lot in East Elmwood. This suggests a manageable yard with less maintenance, but potentially less privacy or outdoor space than a corner lot.

2. What does the "Elite" ranking for year built mean?
For its street, being built in 1961 makes it one of the newer homes in the area. This can imply potentially newer infrastructure (like plumbing or electrical) compared to neighboring houses built in the 1950s or earlier.

3. Is the assessed value a reliable indicator of the sale price?
The assessed value is for municipal tax purposes and is a historical snapshot. The last recorded sale was in July 2020 for $31,500k. The current assessed value of $39.90k suggests an increase in the municipality's valuation, but the market sale price is determined by current conditions.

4. Who might this home not suit?
Buyers seeking a massive backyard, a brand-new build, or attached garage parking might want to look elsewhere. The home’s strengths are its interior space and established neighborhood setting.

5. What do the rankings tell us about the neighborhood?
The fact that this home ranks highly for size and value within East Elmwood indicates it is a above-average property for this specific community. It suggests you are buying into one of the larger, more valuable homes in the area, which can be a stabilizing factor.

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