36 Silvia Street

Glenelm, Winnipeg

Property score

46.6

Below average

Overall 46.6 · Smaller but newer than most nearby homes

700 sqft (bottom 5%) · Built in 1942 (17 yrs newer than avg)

Located in a above-average income area with median household income of ~83k

Transit 94.0 · 2-min walk to transit with 4 nearby routes · Within 500m: 1 school, 3 parks, and 1 place of worship nearby

Living Area

Below average

40% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Above average

17 yrs newer than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 81%Tagalog · 3%

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

Sold Count

367

Median price

261.1k

$/sqft

$330/sqft

Avg build year

1925

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Property score

46.6 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

28.0Low
Living Area22
700 sqftLow
Year Built24
1942Low
Lot Size46
3,997 sqftLow
Neighbourhood Sales Activity61
Fair

Community Score

74.6Good
Household Income78
Good
Education Level63
Fair
Housing Stress74
Good
Core Housing Need88
Excellent
Employment Health68
Good

Neighbourhood Sales

Glenelm

How to read: Share of sales in each ~$50k price band for “glenelm” (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: #46110674

Community deep dive

$83K

Median household income

$85K

Average household income

10%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.2

Income inequality (Gini)

2.8

P90 / P10 ratio

27%

Single-person households

21%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)443
Labour force participation rate66%
Median age36.4
Avg household size2.4
Unemployment rate11%
Population density1703 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)10%
Single-person households27%
Couple families with children21%
Median household income (2020)$83K

Housing

Renter households13%
Condominium dwellings0%
Median dwelling value (owners)$240K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)9%
Visible minority11%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)34%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 80%
Mother tongue (2nd)Tagalog · 3%

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

Rankings

Living Area

below average
700 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 5%Same areaBottom 5%CitywideBottom 4%
Same street · Silvia Street
#20 / 21
Bottom 5% · Avg 1,021 sqft
Same area · Glenelm
#799 / 842
Bottom 5% · Avg 1,165 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#186,863 / 194,458
Bottom 4% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

below average
195k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 1%Same areaBottom 14%CitywideBottom 8%
Same street · Silvia Street
#21 / 21
Bottom 1% · Avg 274.5k
Same area · Glenelm
#722 / 842
Bottom 14% · Avg 254.5k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#179,759 / 194,458
Bottom 8% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

above average
1942
0255075100
Same streetTop 43%Same areaTop 15%CitywideBottom 20%

Lot Size

above average
3,997 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 14%Same areaTop 26%CitywideBottom 25%

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

36 Silvia Street — 5 amenities found within 500 m, across 3 categories, including 1 education (nearest 447 m), 3 parks (nearest 118 m).

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🏫Education1
🌳Parks3
Worship1

Crime & Safety

Glenelm · WPS public data · 2026

Annual incidents

13

2026

vs. city avg

-56%

relative to avg

Year-over-year

-92%

vs. prior year

Primary type

Property

69%

Sales History

Sold 2/2020CA$150k–200k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 1%

Same area

Bottom 8%

City-wide

Bottom 4%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 36 Silvia Street, Winnipeg

Property Overview & Key Characteristics

This one-storey home at 36 Silvia Street in Winnipeg's Glenelm neighbourhood is a compact, no-frills property with a clear value proposition. Its key characteristic is its modest scale, with a living area of 700 sqft that places it among the smaller homes on its street, in the area, and city-wide. Built in 1942, it sits on a roughly 4,000 sqft lot. The home's standout feature is its exceptionally low municipal assessed value of $19,500, which is the lowest on Silvia Street and well below averages for the area and city.

Its appeal lies squarely in its potential as an affordable entry point. It represents a very low barrier to entry for homeownership or investment in a mature, established neighbourhood. The lot size is actually above average for Glenelm, suggesting the land itself may be a key asset. This property would suit a specific type of buyer: a hands-on investor looking for a rental or redevelopment project, or a very budget-conscious first-time buyer willing to take on a home that likely requires significant updates or repairs. It is not suited for someone seeking move-in-ready condition or ample living space.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Why is the assessed value so much lower than other homes?
Municipal assessments are based on factors like size, condition, and comparable sales. This home's very small size (700 sqft) and probable need for modernization result in a low assessed value, which translates to lower property taxes.

2. What does the sales history tell us?
The home last sold in early 2020 for an estimated $13.5k–$16.5k, close to its current assessed value. This indicates the property has been consistently valued at this entry-level price point for years.

3. Is this a "tear-down" property?
While the existing structure is small and dated, whether it's a candidate for demolition depends on its condition, local bylaws, and the buyer's plans. The lot size is a positive factor for potential redevelopment, but the decision would require a professional inspection and due diligence.

4. Who would be the ideal buyer for this home?
The ideal buyer is likely an investor or a purchaser with renovation skills and a tight budget. It's a strategic purchase for land value or as a long-term hold, not for someone needing immediate, comfortable housing.

5. How does it compare to the nearby reference properties?
The listed references at 43 Silvia St. and 42 Hart Ave. are both larger in living area and have higher assessed values, confirming that 36 Silvia is uniquely compact and valued within the neighbourhood. This underscores its role as the area's most affordable option.