836 Chalmers Avenue E

East Elmwood, Winnipeg

Property score

44.5

Below average

Overall 44.5 · Smaller and older than most nearby homes

752 sqft (bottom 15%) · Built in 1915 (38 yrs older than avg)

Located in a above-average income area with median household income of ~75.5k

Transit 80.0 · 4-min walk to transit with 3 nearby routes · Within 500m: 1 dining spot, 1 school, and 4 parks nearby

Living Area

Below average

29% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Below average

38 yrs older than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 69%Tagalog · 9%

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

44.5 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

26.7Low
Living Area752 sqft22Low
Year Built191516Low
Lot Size4,391 sqft53Fair
Neighbourhood Sales Activity48Low

Community Score

71.1Good
Household Income75Good
Education Level34Low
Housing Stress100Excellent
Core Housing Need100Excellent
Employment Health68Good

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: #46110799

Community deep dive

$76K

Median household income

$77K

Average household income

3%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.2

Income inequality (Gini)

2.2

P90 / P10 ratio

28%

Single-person households

21%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)322
Labour force participation rate65%
Median age39.6
Avg household size2.3
Unemployment rate8%
Population density3220 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)3%
Single-person households28%
Couple families with children21%
Median household income (2020)$76K

Housing

Renter households10%
Condominium dwellings0%
Median dwelling value (owners)$224K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)22%
Visible minority17%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)17%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 69%
Mother tongue (2nd)Tagalog · 9%

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

Rankings

Living Area

below average
752 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 17%Same areaBottom 15%CitywideBottom 6%
Same street · Chalmers Avenue E
#193 / 232
Bottom 17% · Avg 981 sqft
Same area · East Elmwood
#992 / 1,163
Bottom 15% · Avg 1,065 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#181,960 / 194,458
Bottom 6% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

below average
161k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 9%Same areaBottom 3%CitywideBottom 4%
Same street · Chalmers Avenue E
#212 / 232
Bottom 9% · Avg 224.9k
Same area · East Elmwood
#1,123 / 1,163
Bottom 3% · Avg 265k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#186,713 / 194,458
Bottom 4% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

around average
1915
0255075100
Same streetBottom 37%Same areaBottom 11%CitywideBottom 11%

Lot Size

above average
4,391 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 17%Same areaTop 46%CitywideBottom 32%

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

836 Chalmers Avenue E — 6 amenities found within 500 m, across 3 categories, including 1 dining (nearest 440 m), 1 education (nearest 180 m), 4 parks (nearest 302 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining1
🏫Education1
🌳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 10/2023CA$200k–250k
Sold price

Same street

Top 44%

Same area

Bottom 27%

City-wide

Bottom 13%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 836 Chalmers Avenue E, Winnipeg

Property Overview: 836 Chalmers Avenue E, Winnipeg

Key Characteristics & Appeal

This home is a classic one-and-a-half storey character property built in 1915, presenting a distinct value proposition centered on land and location. Its key appeal lies in its generous 4,391 sqft lot, which is notably larger than most on its street and in the East Elmwood neighbourhood. This offers significant outdoor space and potential for gardening, expansion, or future development, subject to zoning.

The house itself, with 752 sqft of living space, is compact and efficient. Its assessed value is modest relative to the city, suggesting a lower property tax burden and positioning it as one of the most accessible entry points into homeownership in Winnipeg. The recent sale in late 2023 indicates a refreshed transaction history.

This property would best suit a pragmatic first-time buyer, an investor looking for a land-value play, or a hands-on individual who values a large yard over a large house. It’s for someone comfortable with a character home’s quirks and potential maintenance, who sees the lot size as a long-term asset rather than the smaller living area as a short-term drawback.


Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is the house in need of major updates?
Given its age (1915) and well-below-average assessed value, buyers should budget for updates. The systems, roof, and windows likely require inspection to understand their condition and modernization needs.

2. What are the real advantages of such a large lot?
Beyond simple outdoor space, a lot of this size in a mature neighbourhood is a rarity. It provides privacy, room for additions like a garage or shed, and could be a strategic asset if future zoning changes or infill development patterns continue in the area.

3. How does the low assessed value impact me?
A lower assessed value typically translates to lower municipal property taxes, which reduces your ongoing carrying costs. However, it can also reflect the home’s current condition and market perception, which is important to consider.

4. Is the living space too small?
At 752 sqft, it is significantly smaller than the neighbourhood average. The layout and functionality of the one-and-a-half storey design will be crucial. It may require creative storage solutions and is likely best for individuals, couples, or small families.

5. What is the neighbourhood like?
East Elmwood is a established, no-frills residential community. The listing shows closely spaced homes, suggesting a traditional, neighbourly streetscape. Prospective buyers should visit at different times to gauge traffic, noise, and overall community feel.

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