981 Herbert Avenue

East Elmwood, Winnipeg

Property score

51.9

Fair

Overall 51.9 · Smaller but newer than most nearby homes

838 sqft (bottom 30%) · Built in 1957 (4 yrs newer than avg)

Located in a above-average income area with median household income of ~74k

Transit 74.0 · 2-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

21% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Above average

4 yrs newer than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 64%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

51.9 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

44.1Low
Living Area838 sqft32Low
Year Built195743Low
Lot Size8,230 sqft93Excellent
Neighbourhood Sales Activity48Low

Community Score

63.5Fair
Household Income74Good
Education Level34Low
Housing Stress74Good
Core Housing Need63Fair
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: #46110803

Community deep dive

$74K

Median household income

$77K

Average household income

13%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.2

Income inequality (Gini)

2.7

P90 / P10 ratio

25%

Single-person households

26%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)941
Labour force participation rate71%
Median age36.0
Avg household size2.9
Unemployment rate16%
Population density960 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)13%
Single-person households25%
Couple families with children26%
Median household income (2020)$74K

Housing

Renter households18%
Condominium dwellings0%
Median dwelling value (owners)$240K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)38%
Visible minority56%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)16%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 63%
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

around average
838 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 37%Same areaBottom 30%CitywideBottom 12%
Same street · Herbert Avenue
#49 / 78
Bottom 37% · Avg 931 sqft
Same area · East Elmwood
#818 / 1,163
Bottom 30% · Avg 1,065 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#171,826 / 194,458
Bottom 12% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

above average
281k
0255075100
Same streetTop 17%Same areaTop 29%CitywideBottom 24%
Same street · Herbert Avenue
#13 / 78
Top 17% · Avg 216.4k
Same area · East Elmwood
#340 / 1,163
Top 29% · Avg 265k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#147,081 / 194,458
Bottom 24% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

above average
1957
0255075100
Same streetTop 27%Same areaTop 28%CitywideBottom 37%

Lot Size

Elite
8,230 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 3%Same areaTop 1%CitywideTop 10%

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Transit & Walkability

Nearby stops, routes & transit score

Nearby Amenities

Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more

981 Herbert Avenue — 8 amenities found within 500 m, across 4 categories, including 1 dining (nearest 218 m), 1 education (nearest 295 m), 5 parks (nearest 100 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 6/2022CA$250k–300k
Sold price

Same street

Top 18%

Same area

Top 44%

City-wide

Bottom 23%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 981 Herbert Avenue, Winnipeg

Property Overview: 981 Herbert Avenue, East Elmwood

Key Characteristics & Appeal

This one-storey home on Herbert Avenue presents a compelling mix of space, value, and potential. Its most standout feature is the exceptionally large lot of over 8,200 square feet, placing it in the top 3% of properties on its street and the top 1% within East Elmwood. This offers rare, expansive outdoor space for gardens, recreation, or future expansion in a city setting. The house itself, built in 1957, is newer than many in the immediate area and features a renovated basement, adding functional living space to the 838 sqft main floor. While the living area is modest compared to the city-wide average, its assessed value is notably strong for the neighbourhood, suggesting good relative value and solid fundamentals within its local market.

The appeal lies in this balance: it’s a property with a premium asset (the land) paired with a manageable, updated home. It suits practical buyers looking for a long-term hold—first-time homeowners, small families, or downsizers who prioritize private outdoor space over a large interior. It’s also a smart candidate for value-conscious investors or buyers with future renovation or addition plans, given the generous lot size and the home's above-average condition for its vintage in the area.


Frequently Asked Questions

1. How does the property’s value compare to the area?
The home’s assessed value is above average for both Herbert Avenue and the broader East Elmwood neighbourhood, ranking in the top 29%. This indicates it is viewed as a higher-value property within its local context, despite having a below-average living area for the city as a whole.

2. What does the "Elite" ranking for land area mean?
This means the lot size of 8,230 sqft is among the very largest available. It ranks 2nd out of 78 on Herbert Avenue and 17th out of 1,163 in East Elmwood, offering significantly more yard space than nearly all comparable properties.

3. Is the living space too small?
At 838 sqft, the main living area is around the local average for similar homes. The renovated basement provides additional finished space, making the total usable square footage more comfortable. It’s a configuration that prioritizes lot size over interior size.

4. What is the significance of the 1957 build year?
Built in 1957, the home is newer than most on its street and in East Elmwood, where many homes are from the 1930s and 40s. This can sometimes mean updated core systems and less immediate concern for the major repairs often associated with pre-war construction.

5. Was the last sale price typical?
The home sold in June 2022 for $25,200. At that time, this price was in the top 20% for the street, reflecting a strong sale value that aligns with its above-average assessed value for the area.

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