848 Mccalman Avenue

East Elmwood, Winnipeg

Property score

35.7

Below average

Overall 35.7 · Smaller and older than most nearby homes

480 sqft (bottom 1%) · Built in 1926 (27 yrs older than avg)

Located in a above-average income area with median household income of ~73.5k

Transit 74.0 · 3-min walk to transit with 2 nearby routes · Within 500m: 2 dining spots, 1 school, and 3 parks nearby

Living Area

Below average

55% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Below average

27 yrs older than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 69%Tagalog · 10%

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

35.7 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

15.1Low
Living Area480 sqft5Low
Year Built192620Low
Lot Size3,295 sqft38Low
Neighbourhood Sales Activity48Low

Community Score

66.5Good
Household Income74Good
Education Level22Low
Housing Stress83Excellent
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: #46110804

Community deep dive

$74K

Median household income

$81K

Average household income

15%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.2

Income inequality (Gini)

2.7

P90 / P10 ratio

31%

Single-person households

27%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)598
Labour force participation rate71%
Median age36.0
Avg household size2.5
Unemployment rate11%
Population density920 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)15%
Single-person households31%
Couple families with children27%
Median household income (2020)$74K

Housing

Renter households20%
Condominium dwellings0%
Median dwelling value (owners)$220K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)23%
Visible minority27%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)10%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 68%
Mother tongue (2nd)Tagalog · 10%

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

Rankings

Living Area

below average
480 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 1%Same areaBottom 1%CitywideBottom 1%
Same street · Mccalman Avenue
#256 / 258
Bottom 1% · Avg 926 sqft
Same area · East Elmwood
#1,159 / 1,163
Bottom 1% · Avg 1,065 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#194,247 / 194,458
Bottom 1% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

below average
149k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 3%Same areaBottom 2%CitywideBottom 3%
Same street · Mccalman Avenue
#251 / 258
Bottom 3% · Avg 246.3k
Same area · East Elmwood
#1,143 / 1,163
Bottom 2% · Avg 265k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#188,641 / 194,458
Bottom 3% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

below average
1926
0255075100
Same streetBottom 25%Same areaBottom 13%CitywideBottom 15%

Lot Size

around average
3,295 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 36%Same areaBottom 21%CitywideBottom 16%

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Transit & Walkability

Nearby stops, routes & transit score

Nearby Amenities

Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more

848 Mccalman Avenue — 6 amenities found within 500 m, across 3 categories, including 2 dining (nearest 242 m), 1 education (nearest 355 m), 3 parks (nearest 222 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining2
🏫Education1
🌳Parks3

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 12/2017CA$50k–100k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 1%

Same area

Bottom 1%

City-wide

Bottom 1%

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Highlights & common questions: 848 Mccalman Avenue, Winnipeg

Property Overview: 848 Mccalman Avenue

Section 1: Key Characteristics & Appeal

This is a compact, century-old (1926) one-storey home in East Elmwood, presenting a very specific opportunity. Its key characteristics are its modest 480 sqft living area, an unfinished basement, and no garage, situated on a standard 3,295 sqft lot. The home’s assessed value is notably low.

Its primary appeal lies in its position as one of the most accessible entry points into homeownership in Winnipeg. The very low property taxes, resulting from the low assessment, are a significant, ongoing financial benefit. This property is not about move-in-ready perfection; it’s a foundation. It would suit a hands-on first-time buyer looking for a foothold in the market, an investor seeking a straightforward rental property with low carrying costs, or someone interested in a long-term "blank slate" project. A less obvious perspective is its potential for a minimalist lifestyle or as a strategic hold in a mature neighbourhood, where the value is increasingly in the land itself. Buyers must be prepared for the realities of an older, unrenovated home and view it as a starting point for adding value.

Section 2: Frequently Asked Questions

1. Why is the assessed value so much lower than the last sale price?
The assessed value is for taxation purposes and is based on a mass appraisal system, not necessarily current market value. The last sale price reflects what a buyer was willing to pay at that time, which can be influenced by market conditions, buyer demand, and the property's specific potential.

2. What are the major considerations with a home built in 1926?
Prospective buyers should budget for and investigate updates to major aging systems, such as plumbing, electrical, and the roof. An inspection is crucial to understand the condition of the original structure and foundation.

3. Is the unfinished basement a drawback or an opportunity?
It’s both. While it doesn’t add finished living space, it provides essential utility access and significant storage or future expansion potential. Finishing it would be a major project to increase livable square footage.

4. How does the small living area compare to nearby homes?
At 480 sqft, it is significantly smaller than most homes on the street and in East Elmwood, where comparable averages are around 926 sqft and 1,065 sqft, respectively. This underscores the home's compact nature.

5. With no garage, what are the parking options?
The property relies on street parking. It’s important to check local bylaws for any restrictions and observe parking availability at different times to ensure it meets your needs.

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