905 Talbot Avenue

East Elmwood, Winnipeg

Property score

41.6

Below average

Overall 41.6 · Smaller and older than most nearby homes

719 sqft (bottom 8%) · Built in 1908 (45 yrs older than avg)

Located in a above-average income area with median household income of ~80k

Transit 82.0 · 1-min walk to transit with 2 nearby routes · Within 500m: 1 dining spot, 1 school, 5 parks, and 1 place of worship nearby

Living Area

Below average

33% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Below average

45 yrs older than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 73%Tagalog · 7%

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

41.6 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

24.5Low
Living Area719 sqft22Low
Year Built190810Low
Lot Size3,929 sqft46Low
Neighbourhood Sales Activity48Low

Community Score

67.2Good
Household Income77Good
Education Level22Low
Housing Stress83Excellent
Core Housing Need100Excellent
Employment Health60Fair

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: #46110800

Community deep dive

$80K

Median household income

$81K

Average household income

11%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.2

Income inequality (Gini)

2.6

P90 / P10 ratio

21%

Single-person households

24%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)512
Labour force participation rate58%
Median age38.0
Avg household size2.8
Unemployment rate7%
Population density3200 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)11%
Single-person households21%
Couple families with children24%
Median household income (2020)$80K

Housing

Renter households17%
Condominium dwellings0%
Median dwelling value (owners)$250K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)27%
Visible minority26%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)11%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 72%
Mother tongue (2nd)Tagalog · 6%

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

Rankings

Living Area

below average
719 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 12%Same areaBottom 8%CitywideBottom 4%
Same street · Talbot Avenue
#339 / 384
Bottom 12% · Avg 997 sqft
Same area · East Elmwood
#1,069 / 1,163
Bottom 8% · Avg 1,065 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#185,878 / 194,458
Bottom 4% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

around average
208k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 30%Same areaBottom 17%CitywideBottom 9%
Same street · Talbot Avenue
#267 / 384
Bottom 30% · Avg 239.3k
Same area · East Elmwood
#969 / 1,163
Bottom 17% · Avg 265k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#176,239 / 194,458
Bottom 9% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

below average
1908
0255075100
Same streetBottom 18%Same areaBottom 3%CitywideBottom 4%

Lot Size

around average
3,929 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 47%Same areaBottom 28%CitywideBottom 24%

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Transit & Walkability

Nearby stops, routes & transit score

Nearby Amenities

Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more

905 Talbot Avenue — 8 amenities found within 500 m, across 4 categories, including 1 dining (nearest 333 m), 1 education (nearest 258 m), 5 parks (nearest 200 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining1
🏫Education1
🌳Parks5
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 4/2016CA$150k–200k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 13%

Same area

Bottom 5%

City-wide

Bottom 4%

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Highlights & common questions: 905 Talbot Avenue, Winnipeg

Property Overview: 905 Talbot Avenue, East Elmwood, Winnipeg

Section 1: Key Characteristics & Appeal

This is a classic, one-and-a-half storey home built in 1908, presenting a straightforward opportunity in Winnipeg's East Elmwood neighborhood. Its key characteristic is its modest scale, with 719 sqft of living space, which is notably compact compared to area averages. The home features a detached garage and a full, unrenovated basement, sitting on a roughly 3,900 sqft lot that is typical for the immediate street.

The appeal lies in its position as an affordable entry point into the housing market. With a historically low assessed value, it represents a lower barrier to entry for buyers comfortable with a home that requires updates. The lot size offers potential for outdoor space or future expansion, subject to local regulations. This property would best suit a first-time buyer, an investor looking for a rental property, or a hands-on individual seeking a manageable project. Its compact size also appeals to those looking to minimize their footprint and utility costs. A less obvious perspective is that a home of this vintage and size on a decent lot can offer a unique chance to thoughtfully modernize and personalize a space without being overwhelmed by a large, complex floor plan.

Section 2: Frequently Asked Questions

1. How does the home's size compare to others?
At 719 sqft, the living area is significantly smaller than the average home in East Elmwood (~1,065 sqft) and across Winnipeg. This makes it one of the more compact standalone houses in the area.

2. What does the assessed value indicate?
The assessed value is well below city and area averages, which typically translates to lower property taxes. It also generally reflects the home's modest size, age, and condition relative to the market.

3. Is the basement finished?
No, the basement is noted as "not renovated," meaning it is unfinished and presents potential for future development or storage.

4. How old is the house, and what should I consider?
Built in 1908, the home is over 115 years old. Prospective buyers should budget for and prioritize inspections focused on foundational integrity, historical wiring or plumbing updates, and overall structural maintenance common with homes of this era.

5. What is the potential here?
The potential is in the lot and the footprint. The property offers a standard-sized lot for the street with a small, existing structure. This could be ideal for someone planning a gradual renovation of the current home or, in the long term, for potential redevelopment, always subject to municipal zoning bylaws.

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