688 Cathcart Street

Elmhurst, Winnipeg

Property score

69.4

Good

Overall 69.4 · Smaller than most nearby homes

1,088 sqft (bottom 19%) · Built in 1978 (2 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

29% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Below average

2 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

69.4 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

59.6Fair
Living Area1,088 sqft52Fair
Year Built197867Good
Lot Size7,200 sqft88Excellent
Neighbourhood Sales Activity37Low

Community Score

84.1Excellent
Household Income91Excellent
Education Level63Fair
Housing Stress100Excellent
Core Housing Need100Excellent
Employment Health60Fair

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
1,088 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 37%Same areaBottom 19%CitywideBottom 38%
Same street · Cathcart Street
#124 / 198
Bottom 37% · Avg 1,237 sqft
Same area · Elmhurst
#1,205 / 1,480
Bottom 19% · Avg 1,523 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#120,125 / 194,458
Bottom 38% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

around average
404k
0255075100
Same streetTop 49%Same areaBottom 30%CitywideTop 37%
Same street · Cathcart Street
#97 / 198
Top 49% · Avg 406.8k
Same area · Elmhurst
#1,029 / 1,480
Bottom 30% · Avg 460.2k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#72,622 / 194,458
Top 37% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

above average
1978
0255075100
Same streetTop 22%Same areaBottom 39%CitywideTop 35%

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

688 Cathcart Street — 2 amenities found within 500 m, across 2 categories, including 1 education (nearest 124 m), 1 parks (nearest 135 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

688 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: 688 Cathcart Street, Winnipeg

Property Overview: 688 Cathcart Street

This well-situated Elmhurst bungalow offers a practical and spacious family footprint on a large, 7,200 sqft lot. Built in 1978, its key characteristic is its efficient, single-level living layout with 1,088 sqft of finished space above a fully developed basement, providing ample room for growth or multi-generational living. The property includes a split garage and ranks highly for its lot size and overall assessed value within Winnipeg.

Its primary appeal lies in its established neighbourhood setting combined with strong value metrics. It outperforms a significant majority of Winnipeg homes in terms of lot size and assessment value, suggesting a solid investment in a mature area. The home suits first-time buyers seeking a move-in-ready bungalow without a premium price, or downsizers looking for manageable single-storey living without sacrificing yard space. It also appeals to value-oriented buyers who prioritize the potential of a large lot over having the newest home on the block.


Frequently Asked Questions

1. What does the ranking data actually mean?
The rankings compare this property to others on its street, in Elmhurst, and across all of Winnipeg. For example, its lot size is in the top 15% city-wide, meaning it's larger than 85% of Winnipeg lots. Conversely, its living area is smaller than 59% of city homes, confirming it's a moderately sized bungalow.

2. Is the basement included in the 1,088 sqft living area?
No. The 1,088 sqft refers to the main floor living space above ground. The basement is listed separately as "finished," meaning it provides additional, developed square footage not reflected in that primary figure.

3. How does a 48-year-old home compare to newer builds?
The data shows its age is newer than 61% of Winnipeg homes, placing it in a middle range. In its specific community, however, it's older than 65% of neighbours, indicating Elmhurst has many newer properties. This suggests a balance of established infrastructure and mature landscaping, with potential for updates.

4. What is the significance of the assessment value ranking?
With an assessment that surpasses 66% of Winnipeg homes, the property is viewed by the assessor as being of above-average value for the city. This can be a positive indicator for equity and resale, though market conditions ultimately determine sale price.

5. What are the less obvious considerations with this property?
The split garage design often offers more flexible storage or workshop space than a single door. The high lot-size ranking hints at valuable outdoor space for gardens, play, or expansion, which is increasingly rare. Buyers should weigh the benefits of the large lot and finished basement against the home's main floor square footage, which is below average for the community.

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