Property score
41.3
Below average
Overall 41.3 · Smaller and older than most nearby homes
640 sqft (bottom 6%) · Built in 1921 (31 yrs older than avg)
Located in a above-average income area with median household income of ~77k
Transit 74.0 · 3-min walk to transit with 2 nearby routes · Within 500m: 5 dining spots, 1 school, 1 healthcare facility, and 2 parks nearby
Living Area
Below average
37% smaller than neighborhood avg.
Year Built
Below average
31 yrs older than neighborhood avg.
Mother tongue
English · 75%French · 5%
Past 10 years Glenwood sales snapshot (~80% of all data)
785
376k
$381/sqft
1952
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41.3 is composed by the two sections below.
Property Score
Community Score
Glenwood
How to read: Share of sales in each ~$50k price band for “glenwood” (Detached houses (non-condo), 2024). The tallest band is the mainstream budget range; multi-year view shows how that band shifts over time.
Sales-to-New-Listings
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
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.
Dissemination area (DA) — Statistics Canada 2021 Census · Area: #46110565
$77K
Median household income
$89K
Average household income
11%
Low income (LIM-AT)
0.2
Income inequality (Gini)
3.1
P90 / P10 ratio
33%
Single-person households
20%
Families with children
Figures are for the census dissemination area containing this listing location; sources and margins may apply per Statistics Canada.
Rank by land area, larger = better rank
Rank by year, newer = better rank
Rank by living area, larger = better rank
Rank by assessed value, higher = better rank
Bar: fill length ≈ share of peers you outperform. Fill color reflects tier (red / blue / amber / gray). “Avg” is a rough median benchmark for comparable homes in that scope.
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.
Nearby stops, routes & transit score
Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more
20 Essex Avenue — 12 amenities found within 500 m, across 5 categories, including 5 dining (nearest 108 m), 1 education (nearest 270 m), 1 healthcare (nearest 137 m).
Glenwood · WPS public data · 2026
Annual incidents
26
2026
vs. city avg
-12%
relative to avg
Year-over-year
▼ -94%
vs. prior year
Primary type
Property
62%
Same street
Same area
City-wide
| Metric | Same street | Same area | City-wide |
|---|---|---|---|
Sold price | Bottom 3% | Bottom 2% | Bottom 5% |
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Address · Year Built · Living Area
Address · Distance
Address · Tax-Assessed Value
Property Overview: 20 Essex Avenue, Winnipeg
Section 1: Key Characteristics & Appeal
This is a compact, one-storey home built in 1921, presenting a straightforward and affordable entry point into Winnipeg’s Glenwood neighbourhood. Its key characteristic is its modest scale, with 640 sqft of living space and an unrenovated basement, situated on a roughly 2,500 sqft lot. There is no garage or pool.
The primary appeal lies in its position as one of the area's most accessible properties from a price perspective, with an assessed value significantly below local and city-wide averages. This creates a low barrier to entry for land ownership in a settled community. It suits a very specific buyer: someone seeking a minimal footprint, perhaps a first-time buyer comfortable with a project, an investor looking for a rental opportunity, or someone interested in the long-term land value. Its age offers classic charm but also implies a need for potential updates. A thoughtful perspective is that this property represents pure utility and location over size or modern finishes—it’s for those who value a simple starting point or strategic investment over immediate move-in readiness.
Section 2: Frequently Asked Questions
1. Why is the assessed value so much lower than the city-wide average?
The assessed value reflects the home's relatively small size, age, and specific market conditions in its immediate area. It is consistently ranked in the bottom tier for value compared to similar homes on its street, in Glenwood, and across Winnipeg.
2. What does "below average" for living area mean in practical terms?
With 640 sqft, the living space is notably smaller than most homes. For context, comparable homes on Essex Avenue average about 885 sqft, and city-wide averages are over 1,300 sqft. This indicates a cozy, efficient layout best for one or two people.
3. The home sold in 2018 for between $14.5k and $17.5k. Is that accurate?
The listed sold price range is derived from public data. For the exact historical sale price, you must request it directly via the provided email service, which manually confirms the figure from official records.
4. What are the implications of the "unrenovated basement"?
This typically indicates the basement space is in its original or functional state, lacking modern finishes. It offers potential for additional living space or storage but would require investment to realize that potential, subject to local building codes and moisture considerations common to homes of this era.
5. How does the lot size compare, and why does it matter?
At 2,564 sqft, the lot is around average for Essex Avenue but below average for the broader Glenwood area and the city. This is a relevant factor for outdoor space and potential future expansion, suggesting any additions would need to be carefully planned within the available footprint.
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