856 Manhattan Avenue

East Elmwood, Winnipeg

Property score

46.1

Below average

Overall 46.1 · Smaller than most nearby homes

735 sqft (bottom 12%) · Built in 1950 (3 yrs older than avg)

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

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

Living Area

Below average

31% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Below average

3 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

46.1 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

29.5Low
Living Area735 sqft22Low
Year Built195030Low
Lot Size4,233 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
735 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 28%Same areaBottom 12%CitywideBottom 6%
Same street · Manhattan Avenue
#72 / 100
Bottom 28% · Avg 940 sqft
Same area · East Elmwood
#1,027 / 1,163
Bottom 12% · Avg 1,065 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#183,552 / 194,458
Bottom 6% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

around average
240k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 47%Same areaBottom 39%CitywideBottom 15%
Same street · Manhattan Avenue
#53 / 100
Bottom 47% · Avg 257.2k
Same area · East Elmwood
#705 / 1,163
Bottom 39% · Avg 265k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#165,342 / 194,458
Bottom 15% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

around average
1950
0255075100
Same streetBottom 39%Same areaBottom 32%CitywideBottom 28%

Lot Size

around average
4,233 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 47%Same areaBottom 44%CitywideBottom 30%

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Transit & Walkability

Nearby stops, routes & transit score

Nearby Amenities

Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more

856 Manhattan Avenue — 6 amenities found within 500 m, across 3 categories, including 1 dining (nearest 354 m), 1 education (nearest 175 m), 4 parks (nearest 239 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 11/2021CA$300k–350k
Sold price

Same street

Top 13%

Same area

Top 22%

City-wide

Bottom 42%
Sold 9/2019CA$200k–250k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 47%

Same area

Bottom 39%

City-wide

Bottom 16%
Sold 7/2017CA$200k–250k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 27%

Same area

Bottom 20%

City-wide

Bottom 11%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 856 Manhattan Avenue, Winnipeg

Property Summary: 856 Manhattan Avenue, Winnipeg

Key Characteristics & Appeal

This is a modest, one-storey home built in 1950 on a standard-sized lot in East Elmwood. Its primary appeal lies in its affordability and straightforward footprint. At 735 sqft, the living space is compact—smaller than most homes on its street, in the neighbourhood, and across Winnipeg. This translates to lower utility costs and minimal upkeep. The assessed value is average for the immediate area, suggesting it's priced appropriately within its local context rather than being an outlier.

The home suits first-time buyers or downsizers seeking an entry point into the market without a complex project. Its value is grounded in the land and location, not in size or finishes (the basement is noted as unrenovated). A thoughtful perspective is that its smaller scale offers a simpler, more manageable lifestyle, and its "around average" metrics for the street indicate it fits comfortably within an established, stable community block. It's a practical choice for those who prioritize financial accessibility and a traditional neighbourhood feel over modern square footage.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is the house in need of major updates?
The listing notes the basement is not renovated. As a 1950s build, buyers should budget for potential updates to major systems like plumbing or electrical, and anticipate that the main living areas may also reflect its era.

2. How does the size compare to nearby homes?
At 735 sqft, this home's living area is below the average for Manhattan Avenue (~940 sqft), East Elmwood (~1,065 sqft), and Winnipeg overall (~1,342 sqft). It is a compact, efficient layout.

3. What is the neighbourhood like?
East Elmwood is a mature, established neighbourhood. The property's metrics (like assessed value and year built) are consistently around average for its immediate street and area, indicating a stable, typical streetscape without extreme highs or lows.

4. Why did the sale price jump in 2021?
The home sold for $310,000 in November 2021, which was significantly higher than its 2019 and 2017 sales. This likely reflects the peak of the recent market surge. The current assessed value of $240k provides a different, government-assessed benchmark.

5. Is there potential for expansion or adding a garage?
The lot is a standard city size (~4,233 sqft). While space exists, any expansion or addition of a garage would be subject to zoning bylaws, setback requirements, and would need to be weighed against the home's current value.

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