684 Cathcart Street

Elmhurst, Winnipeg

Property score

74.4

Good

Overall 74.4 · Compared with neighbourhood average

1,216 sqft (bottom 31%) · Built in 1977 (3 yrs older than avg)

Located in a high-income area with median household income of ~126k

Transit 50.0 · 2-min walk to transit with 1 nearby route · Within 500m: 1 school, and 1 park nearby

Living Area

Below average

20% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Below average

3 yrs older than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 85%Chinese · 1%

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

74.4 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

68.0Good
Living Area66
1,216 sqftGood
Year Built67
1977Good
Lot Size88
7,200 sqftExcellent
Neighbourhood Sales Activity37
Low

Community Score

84.1Excellent
Household Income91
Excellent
Education Level63
Fair
Housing Stress100
Excellent
Core Housing Need100
Excellent
Employment Health60
Fair

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: #46110360

Community deep dive

$126K

Median household income

$128K

Average household income

2%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.2

Income inequality (Gini)

2.6

P90 / P10 ratio

20%

Single-person households

36%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)386
Labour force participation rate60%
Median age46.4
Avg household size2.6
Unemployment rate7%
Population density2412 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)2%
Single-person households20%
Couple families with children36%
Median household income (2020)$126K

Housing

Renter households0%
Condominium dwellings0%
Median dwelling value (owners)$408K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)7%
Visible minority7%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)32%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 84%
Mother tongue (2nd)Chinese · 1%

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

Rankings

Living Area

around average
1,216 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 46%Same areaBottom 31%CitywideTop 49%
Same street · Cathcart Street
#91 / 198
Top 46% · Avg 1,237 sqft
Same area · Elmhurst
#1,025 / 1,480
Bottom 31% · Avg 1,523 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#94,598 / 194,458
Top 49% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

around average
361k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 19%Same areaBottom 12%CitywideTop 50%
Same street · Cathcart Street
#161 / 198
Bottom 19% · Avg 406.8k
Same area · Elmhurst
#1,301 / 1,480
Bottom 12% · Avg 460.2k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#97,103 / 194,458
Top 50% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

around average
1977
0255075100
Same streetTop 32%Same areaBottom 31%CitywideTop 37%

Lot Size

above average
7,200 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 40%Same areaTop 41%CitywideTop 15%

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

684 Cathcart Street — 2 amenities found within 500 m, across 2 categories, including 1 education (nearest 139 m), 1 parks (nearest 136 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

684 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: 684 Cathcart Street, Winnipeg

Property Overview: 684 Cathcart Street

Key Characteristics & Appeal

This 1977-built, three-level split home sits on a notably large 7,200 sqft lot in Elmhurst, offering space and privacy that is increasingly rare. With 1,216 sqft of living space and an unfinished basement, it provides a solid foundation for customization and growth. Its primary appeal lies in its land value and potential; the property ranks within the top 15% of all Winnipeg homes for lot size, suggesting a premium outdoor space or future development opportunity. The home itself presents as a practical canvas, suited for a buyer comfortable with gradual updates or seeking to tailor a space to their specific needs over time.

This property would best suit value-driven buyers, such as hands-on homeowners, small families looking for room to grow, or long-term investors attracted by the substantial lot in a mature neighborhood. Its rankings indicate it’s a home with strong fundamentals—particularly the land—rather than immediate turn-key luxury. A thoughtful perspective here is to see beyond the current interior finishes; the significant lot size offers not just yard space, but a tangible asset that underpins the property's long-term worth and flexibility in a city where such large parcels are uncommon.


Frequently Asked Questions

1. What does the lot size ranking actually mean?
The property’s lot size is in the top 15% for all of Winnipeg, meaning it is larger than 85% of residential lots in the city. This is a key advantage, offering more outdoor space, privacy, and potential than typical properties.

2. Is the unfinished basement a drawback or an opportunity?
It is primarily an opportunity. An unfinished basement provides a blank slate for future development—such as creating a recreation room, extra bedrooms, or storage—without needing to demolish existing work. It allows the next owner to customize the space to their exact needs and budget.

3. The home was built in 1977. What should I consider?
While the structure is nearly 50 years old, its systems (like roof, wiring, plumbing) and major components will likely need evaluation for their age and condition. A thorough home inspection is essential to understand what maintenance or updates may be imminent.

4. How should I interpret the various neighborhood rankings?
The rankings show the home’s position relative to others in the immediate area. For example, it ranks in the top 41% for lot size within its own community but is newer than only 28% of homes there. This suggests you’re buying into a well-established neighborhood where the land itself is a standout feature.

5. There’s no garage. How big of an issue is this?
For some buyers, this is a significant consideration for vehicle storage and workshop space. However, the large lot may provide room to add a garage or shed in the future, subject to local zoning and permit regulations. It’s a trade-off for the generous outdoor space.