794 Laxdal Road

Elmhurst, Winnipeg

Property score

62.4

Fair

Overall 62.4 · Smaller and older than most nearby homes

881 sqft (bottom 3%) · Built in 1972 (8 yrs older than avg)

Located in a high-income area with median household income of ~127k

Transit 58.0 · 1-min walk to transit with 1 nearby route · Within 500m: 2 parks, and 1 place of worship nearby

Living Area

Below average

42% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Below average

8 yrs older than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 87%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

62.4 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

45.8Low
Living Area32
881 sqftLow
Year Built58
1972Fair
Lot Size88
7,198 sqftExcellent
Neighbourhood Sales Activity37
Low

Community Score

87.2Excellent
Household Income91
Excellent
Education Level82
Excellent
Housing Stress93
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: #46110356

Community deep dive

$127K

Median household income

$164K

Average household income

4%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.3

Income inequality (Gini)

3.4

P90 / P10 ratio

11%

Single-person households

41%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)463
Labour force participation rate62%
Median age45.2
Avg household size2.7
Unemployment rate10%
Population density1543 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)4%
Single-person households11%
Couple families with children41%
Median household income (2020)$127K

Housing

Renter households0%
Condominium dwellings0%
Median dwelling value (owners)$448K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)18%
Visible minority5%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)42%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 86%
Mother tongue (2nd)French · 2%

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

Rankings

Living Area

below average
881 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 10%Same areaBottom 3%CitywideBottom 15%
Same street · Laxdal Road
#165 / 183
Bottom 10% · Avg 1,206 sqft
Same area · Elmhurst
#1,434 / 1,480
Bottom 3% · Avg 1,523 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#165,689 / 194,458
Bottom 15% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

around average
385k
0255075100
Same streetTop 44%Same areaBottom 23%CitywideTop 42%
Same street · Laxdal Road
#81 / 183
Top 44% · Avg 387.7k
Same area · Elmhurst
#1,141 / 1,480
Bottom 23% · Avg 460.2k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#82,459 / 194,458
Top 42% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

above average
1972
0255075100
Same streetTop 16%Same areaBottom 25%CitywideTop 45%

Lot Size

above average
7,198 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 45%Same areaTop 42%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

794 Laxdal Road — 3 amenities found within 500 m, across 2 categories, including 2 parks (nearest 364 m).

Search radius
🌳Parks2
Worship1

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

794 Laxdal Road: 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: 794 Laxdal Road, Winnipeg

Property Overview

This 1972 bi-level home at 794 Laxdal Road offers a practical and private living space on a large, 7,198 sqft lot in Elmhurst. Its key appeal lies in its balance of established community, generous outdoor space, and a solid value proposition. The home features a finished basement and a split garage, adding functional space. While the 881 sqft living area is modest, the property's overall land size ranks highly within Winnipeg, offering significant potential for gardening, recreation, or future expansion. It suits first-time buyers seeking a manageable home with room to grow outdoors, value-oriented investors, or downsizers who prioritize a low-maintenance interior coupled with a spacious, private yard. A thoughtful perspective is that this property represents a "land-value play" in a mature neighborhood—the lot itself is a substantial asset that outperforms most of the city, while the home presents a canvas for gradual updates.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How does the "ranking" system work?
The rankings compare this property against others on the same street, in Elmhurst, and across all of Winnipeg for metrics like lot size, age, and assessed value. For example, ranking "in the top 15%" for lot size in Winnipeg means 85% of properties have smaller lots, highlighting a key strength.

2. The living area seems smaller than average. How is the layout?
As a bi-level, the home's square footage is distributed over two main levels, typically with common areas on one floor and bedrooms on another. The finished basement adds usable space, making the total functional area feel larger than the listed 881 sqft.

3. What does the assessment value tell us about the price?
The municipal assessment of $385,000 is used for property tax calculation and is often based on past market data. It can be a general indicator, but the final sale price is determined by the current market. This assessment suggests the property is valued above average for the neighborhood.

4. Is a 54-year-old home a concern?
Homes from this era are common in established neighborhoods like Elmhurst. While some systems may be original, the age also means the neighborhood is mature with settled foundations and developed landscaping. A thorough inspection is always recommended to understand the condition of the roof, windows, and mechanical systems.

5. What are the advantages of a split garage?
A split garage (often a double garage separated by a wall) provides more flexibility than a single large bay. It allows for separate workshop or storage areas, can make organization easier, and may offer potential for converting one side to a utility or hobby space.