797 Laxdal Road

Elmhurst, Winnipeg

Property score

69.9

Good

Overall 69.9 · Smaller and older than most nearby homes

1,011 sqft (bottom 12%) · Built in 1969 (11 yrs older than avg)

Located in a high-income area with median household income of ~125k

Transit 58.0 · 1-min walk to transit with 1 nearby route · Within 500m: 2 parks nearby

Living Area

Below average

34% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Below average

11 yrs older than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 88%French · 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

69.9 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

57.4Fair
Living Area52
1,011 sqftFair
Year Built52
1969Fair
Lot Size93
8,407 sqftExcellent
Neighbourhood Sales Activity37
Low

Community Score

88.7Excellent
Household Income91
Excellent
Education Level82
Excellent
Housing Stress100
Excellent
Core Housing Need100
Excellent
Employment Health68
Good

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: #46110357

Community deep dive

$125K

Median household income

$158K

Average household income

4%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.3

Income inequality (Gini)

3.4

P90 / P10 ratio

15%

Single-person households

37%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)421
Labour force participation rate67%
Median age49.6
Avg household size2.6
Unemployment rate7%
Population density2631 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)4%
Single-person households15%
Couple families with children37%
Median household income (2020)$125K

Housing

Renter households0%
Condominium dwellings0%
Median dwelling value (owners)$500K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)11%
Visible minority7%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)43%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 88%
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
1,011 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 29%Same areaBottom 12%CitywideBottom 27%
Same street · Laxdal Road
#130 / 183
Bottom 29% · Avg 1,206 sqft
Same area · Elmhurst
#1,303 / 1,480
Bottom 12% · Avg 1,523 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#141,762 / 194,458
Bottom 27% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

around average
366k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 39%Same areaBottom 14%CitywideTop 48%
Same street · Laxdal Road
#112 / 183
Bottom 39% · Avg 387.7k
Same area · Elmhurst
#1,268 / 1,480
Bottom 14% · Avg 460.2k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#93,885 / 194,458
Top 48% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

around average
1969
0255075100
Same streetBottom 41%Same areaBottom 12%CitywideTop 49%

Lot Size

above average
8,407 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 27%Same areaTop 21%CitywideTop 10%

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

797 Laxdal Road — 2 amenities found within 500 m, across 1 categories, including 2 parks (nearest 421 m).

Search radius
🌳Parks2

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

797 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: 797 Laxdal Road, Winnipeg

Property Overview: 797 Laxdal Road

Section 1: Key Characteristics & Appeal

This well-situated Elmhurst bungalow offers a classic and practical living format on a large, mature lot. Its key appeal lies in a combination of space, location, and value. The nearly 8,500 sqft lot is a significant asset, providing ample outdoor room and ranking in the top 10% of Winnipeg for property size. The home itself is a manageable 1,011 sqft one-storey layout with a finished basement, ideal for straightforward living or downsizing.

Its strongest suit is location. The property ranks highly within its community and across Winnipeg for lot size, and it sits in a desirable neighbourhood where it surpasses 79% of homes in its immediate area. This suggests a stable, established setting. The bungalow style and finished basement point to a functional layout suitable for a variety of life stages—from first-time homeowners to those looking for single-level convenience. It represents a solid entry into a sought-after area without the premium of a newer or massively renovated home, appealing to buyers who value land and location over a turnkey modern interior.

Section 2: Frequently Asked Questions

1. What does the ranking data actually tell me?
The rankings show this property’s strengths are its lot size and neighbourhood positioning. While the house is older and of average size for the city, it sits on a lot larger than 90% of Winnipeg properties and is in a community more desirable than 79% of its local peers. This indicates you're investing significantly in the land and location.

2. Is the 1969 build year a concern?
While the home is older, this is typical for the neighbourhood. The rankings show it's newer than 41% of homes on its own street. Buyers should budget for expected maintenance and updates common to houses of this era, but it also means the home is part of a mature, established streetscape.

3. How does the assessment value relate to the asking price?
The municipal assessment of $366,000 is a tax valuation, not a market price. It does, however, provide a benchmark, showing the home is assessed higher than 56% of Winnipeg properties. Market conditions will ultimately determine the sale price.

4. Who would this property suit best?
It’s an excellent fit for buyers prioritizing a large yard in a prime neighbourhood over a large or newly built house. It could suit first-time buyers ready for some updates, downsizers seeking single-level living with outdoor space, or investors looking for a property in a high-demand area.

5. What are the less obvious considerations?
The "split" garage style may offer more flexible driveway or yard access than an attached design. Also, while the basement is finished, its condition and ceiling height—common considerations in bungalows—should be verified. The high lot-size ranking underscores long-term value; in established areas, land is often the appreciating asset.