638 Cathcart Street

Elmhurst, Winnipeg

Property score

58.5

Fair

Overall 58.5 · Smaller and older than most nearby homes

873 sqft (bottom 3%) · Built in 1971 (9 yrs older than avg)

Located in a above-average income area with median household income of ~77.5k

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

Living Area

Below average

43% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Below average

9 yrs older than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 85%French · 2%

Past 10 years Elmhurst sales snapshot (~80% of all data)

Sold Count

438

Median price

477k

$/sqft

$391/sqft

Avg build year

1980

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Property score

58.5 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

45.8Low
Living Area32
873 sqftLow
Year Built58
1971Fair
Lot Size88
7,341 sqftExcellent
Neighbourhood Sales Activity37
Low

Community Score

77.5Good
Household Income76
Good
Education Level91
Excellent
Housing Stress83
Excellent
Core Housing Need88
Excellent
Employment Health42
Low

Neighbourhood Sales

Elmhurst

How to read: Share of sales in each ~$50k price band for “elmhurst” (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: #46110352

Community deep dive

$78K

Median household income

$102K

Average household income

12%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.3

Income inequality (Gini)

4.6

P90 / P10 ratio

46%

Single-person households

19%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)639
Labour force participation rate47%
Median age58.0
Avg household size1.9
Unemployment rate11%
Population density3195 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)12%
Single-person households46%
Couple families with children19%
Median household income (2020)$78K

Housing

Renter households33%
Condominium dwellings25%
Median dwelling value (owners)$400K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)14%
Visible minority4%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)51%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 85%
Mother tongue (2nd)French · 1%

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

Rankings

Living Area

below average
873 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 9%Same areaBottom 3%CitywideBottom 14%
Same street · Cathcart Street
#180 / 198
Bottom 9% · Avg 1,237 sqft
Same area · Elmhurst
#1,436 / 1,480
Bottom 3% · Avg 1,523 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#166,947 / 194,458
Bottom 14% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

around average
357k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 15%Same areaBottom 10%CitywideBottom 49%
Same street · Cathcart Street
#169 / 198
Bottom 15% · Avg 406.8k
Same area · Elmhurst
#1,325 / 1,480
Bottom 10% · Avg 460.2k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#99,832 / 194,458
Bottom 49% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

around average
1971
0255075100
Same streetBottom 29%Same areaBottom 22%CitywideTop 47%

Lot Size

above average
7,341 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 35%Same areaTop 37%CitywideTop 14%

To see this property on a map next to nearby houses—and compare year built, living area, assessed value, and lot size in detail—open the neighbourhood analysis page.

Transit & Walkability

Nearby stops, routes & transit score

Nearby Amenities

Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more

638 Cathcart Street — 2 amenities found within 500 m, across 2 categories, including 1 education (nearest 327 m), 1 parks (nearest 255 m).

Search radius
🏫Education1
🌳Parks1

Crime & Safety

Elmhurst · WPS public data · 2026

Annual incidents

5

2026

vs. city avg

-83%

relative to avg

Year-over-year

-92%

vs. prior year

Primary type

Property

80%

Sales History

638 Cathcart Street: We are not showing a transaction history based solely on public data; that does not mean no sale ever occurred. You can still request details by email in the “Data notes” section below—we will look it up manually and reply with the most accurate information available.

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 638 Cathcart Street, Winnipeg

Property Overview: 638 Cathcart Street, Winnipeg

Key Characteristics & Appeal

This is a well-situated, one-storey home in Elmhurst on a notably large lot of over 7,300 square feet. Built in 1971, the property features a finished basement and a split garage. Its primary appeal lies in the substantial land size, which ranks within the top 14% of all properties in Winnipeg, offering significant outdoor space and potential in a mature neighborhood. The home itself, at 873 sqft of living space, is compact and efficient.

The property suits practical buyers looking for a solid foundation—perhaps first-time homeowners, downsizers, or investors. It’s for someone who values a large, private yard over a large house and sees the potential in the existing finished basement and the generous lot. The rankings suggest it’s a competitively priced option within the broader market, offering good value for the land. A thoughtful perspective is that this home represents an opportunity to own a property where the land is the standout asset, a increasingly rare find in city limits, ideal for those with long-term vision for gardens, expansions, or simply enjoying spacious greenery.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What does the ranking data actually mean?
The rankings compare this property against others on its street, in Elmhurst, and across all of Winnipeg. For example, being in the top 14% for land size city-wide highlights the lot as a major feature, while the age and living space rankings confirm it's a more compact, classic home.

2. Is the house in need of major updates?
Given its 1971 build date, some systems or interiors may benefit from modernization to suit contemporary tastes, though the presence of a finished basement suggests some updates have been made.

3. How does the assessment value relate to the asking price?
The municipal assessment is $357,000, providing a baseline for taxation. The eventual listing or sale price will be determined by the current market, condition, and the desirable lot size.

4. What are the benefits of a split garage?
A split garage, typically a two-car garage separated by a wall, offers flexibility. It can be used for vehicle storage plus a workshop, or to securely separate yard equipment from a primary vehicle.

5. Who would this property not suit?
It may not suit buyers seeking a modern, move-in-ready home with ample above-ground square footage or those unwilling to consider potential updates. The layout and size prioritize lot over living space.