32 Essex Avenue

Glenwood, Winnipeg

Property score

41.3

Below average

Overall 41.3 · Smaller and older than most nearby homes

600 sqft (bottom 3%) · 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

41% 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)

Sold Count

785

Median price

376k

$/sqft

$381/sqft

Avg build year

1952

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Property score

41.3 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

20.7Low
Living Area15
600 sqftLow
Year Built20
1921Low
Lot Size28
2,564 sqftLow
Neighbourhood Sales Activity69
Good

Community Score

72.2Good
Household Income75
Good
Education Level54
Fair
Housing Stress83
Excellent
Core Housing Need88
Excellent
Employment Health68
Good

Neighbourhood Sales

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.

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: #46110565

Community deep dive

$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

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)554
Labour force participation rate70%
Median age34.4
Avg household size2.4
Unemployment rate13%
Population density3258 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)11%
Single-person households33%
Couple families with children20%
Median household income (2020)$77K

Housing

Renter households25%
Condominium dwellings0%
Median dwelling value (owners)$300K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)30%
Visible minority34%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)26%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 75%
Mother tongue (2nd)French · 5%

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

Rankings

Living Area

below average
600 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 4%Same areaBottom 3%CitywideBottom 1%
Same street · Essex Avenue
#75 / 78
Bottom 4% · Avg 885 sqft
Same area · Glenwood
#1,671 / 1,716
Bottom 3% · Avg 1,015 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#192,753 / 194,458
Bottom 1% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

below average
188k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 10%Same areaBottom 3%CitywideBottom 7%
Same street · Essex Avenue
#70 / 78
Bottom 10% · Avg 272.9k
Same area · Glenwood
#1,667 / 1,716
Bottom 3% · Avg 321.2k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#181,451 / 194,458
Bottom 7% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

around average
1921
0255075100
Same streetBottom 38%Same areaBottom 16%CitywideBottom 13%

Lot Size

around average
2,564 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 44%Same areaBottom 15%CitywideBottom 6%

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

32 Essex Avenue — 12 amenities found within 500 m, across 5 categories, including 5 dining (nearest 153 m), 1 education (nearest 277 m), 1 healthcare (nearest 150 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining5
🏫Education1
🏥Healthcare1
🌳Parks2
Worship3

Crime & Safety

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%

Sales History

Sold 11/2024CA$200k–250k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 32%

Same area

Bottom 18%

City-wide

Bottom 18%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 32 Essex Avenue, Winnipeg

Property Overview: 32 Essex Avenue, Glenwood, Winnipeg

Section 1: Key Characteristics & Appeal

This is a compact, one-storey home built in 1921, presenting a straightforward and affordable entry point into the Winnipeg market. Its key characteristic is its modest scale, with a 600 sqft living area and an unrenovated basement, situated on a standard city lot. There is no garage or pool.

The primary appeal lies in its low financial barrier to entry, as reflected in its well-below-average assessed value. It suits a very specific buyer: someone seeking absolute minimal property tax liability, an investor looking for a basic rental property, or a hands-on individual viewing it purely as a land purchase with a small, older structure. A less obvious perspective is its potential for someone interested in "right-sizing" or minimalist living, where the small footprint is a feature, not a drawback. However, it requires a buyer comfortable with a home that ranks significantly below local, neighbourhood, and city averages for size and assessed value.

Section 2: Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is this a move-in ready home?
The listing notes the basement is "not renovated," and the home's age (105 years) and well-below-average metrics suggest it likely requires updates and maintenance. Buyers should budget for improvements.

2. Why is the assessed value so much lower than the city average?
The assessed value of $18,800 is very low, ranking in the bottom 10% locally. This directly reflects the home's small size, age, condition, and lack of upgrades compared to typical Winnipeg homes.

3. What can the recent sale price range tell me?
It sold for between $21,500 and $24,500 in late 2024, confirming it transacts as a very low-cost property. The sale price being close to the assessed value is typical for homes in this category.

4. Who are the most likely buyers for this property?
It suits budget-focused investors, buyers seeking the lowest possible property taxes, or those with the skills and intention to renovate a small space. It is less suited for those needing standard family-sized rooms or modern finishes.

5. How does the lot size impact its value?
The land area is around average for its immediate street but below average for the wider area. The value is primarily in the land itself, with the existing structure adding minimal premium, which may interest those considering future redevelopment.