872 Chalmers Avenue E

East Elmwood, Winnipeg

Property score

43.6

Below average

Overall 43.6 · Smaller and older than most nearby homes

680 sqft (bottom 6%) · Built in 1943 (10 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 3 parks nearby

Living Area

Below average

36% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Below average

10 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

43.6 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

25.2Low
Living Area680 sqft15Low
Year Built194324Low
Lot Size4,853 sqft60Fair
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
680 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 6%Same areaBottom 6%CitywideBottom 3%
Same street · Chalmers Avenue E
#218 / 232
Bottom 6% · Avg 981 sqft
Same area · East Elmwood
#1,099 / 1,163
Bottom 6% · Avg 1,065 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#188,697 / 194,458
Bottom 3% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

below average
185k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 23%Same areaBottom 9%CitywideBottom 6%
Same street · Chalmers Avenue E
#179 / 232
Bottom 23% · Avg 224.9k
Same area · East Elmwood
#1,063 / 1,163
Bottom 9% · Avg 265k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#182,116 / 194,458
Bottom 6% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

around average
1943
0255075100
Same streetBottom 45%Same areaBottom 16%CitywideBottom 20%

Lot Size

above average
4,853 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 10%Same areaTop 32%CitywideBottom 41%

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Transit & Walkability

Nearby stops, routes & transit score

Nearby Amenities

Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more

872 Chalmers Avenue E — 5 amenities found within 500 m, across 3 categories, including 1 dining (nearest 430 m), 1 education (nearest 88 m), 3 parks (nearest 210 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining1
🏫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 6/2023CA$200k–250k
Sold price

Same street

Top 48%

Same area

Bottom 23%

City-wide

Bottom 12%
Sold 7/2016CA$100k–150k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 3%

Same area

Bottom 2%

City-wide

Bottom 3%

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Highlights & common questions: 872 Chalmers Avenue E, Winnipeg

Property Overview: 872 Chalmers Avenue E, Winnipeg

Section 1: Key Characteristics & Appeal

This one-storey home in East Elmwood presents a straightforward opportunity centered on land value and simplicity. Its key characteristic is a significant lot size of 4,853 sqft, which is well above average for both the immediate street and the East Elmwood neighbourhood. This is contrasted by a modest, 680 sqft living space that is smaller than most comparable homes. The house itself, built in 1943, features a basement (not renovated) and a detached garage.

The primary appeal lies in its potential. The large lot is a blank canvas for gardening, expansion, or future redevelopment, offering a tangible asset that smaller, newer lots cannot. It suits a specific type of buyer: a first-time purchaser or an investor looking for an entry point into the market with a focus on the land rather than the existing structure. It’s a practical choice for those comfortable with a smaller footprint now, who see value in what the property could become over time. The historically low assessed value suggests manageable property taxes, adding to its affordability.

Section 2: Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is the house in move-in condition?
The listing notes the basement is "not renovated," which suggests the home is likely dated and may require updates. Buyers should budget for maintenance and modernizations.

2. Why is the assessed value so much lower than the city-wide average?
The assessed value reflects the property's modest size, age, and condition relative to the broader Winnipeg market. It is more in line with values within its specific local area.

3. What are the real advantages of such a large lot?
Beyond extra yard space, a larger lot in a mature neighbourhood provides long-term flexibility. It could allow for a significant addition, the creation of a separate garden suite (subject to zoning), or simply preserve a sense of privacy and space that is becoming rarer.

4. How does the sale history inform the current value?
The property sold in 2023 for $20.5k and previously in 2016 for $13.5k. This indicates a market for the property at its price point, but a professional appraisal and current market analysis are essential to determine its present value.

5. Who would this property not suit?
It would not suit buyers seeking a turn-key home, modern finishes, or significant interior space from the outset. It is also less ideal for those unwilling to consider future renovation projects or land development.

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