54 Handyside Avenue

Glenwood, Winnipeg

Property score

52.1

Fair

Overall 52.1 · Smaller than most nearby homes

768 sqft (bottom 26%) · Built in 1949 (3 yrs older than avg)

Located in a above-average income area with median household income of ~82k

Transit 74.0 · 3-min walk to transit with 2 nearby routes · Within 500m: 3 dining spots, 2 healthcare facilitys, 2 shops, and 1 park nearby

Living Area

Below average

24% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Near average

3 yrs older than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 73%French · 6%

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

52.1 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

32.7Low
Living Area768 sqft22Low
Year Built194930Low
Lot Size5,067 sqft67Good
Neighbourhood Sales Activity69Good

Community Score

81.3Excellent
Household Income77Good
Education Level82Excellent
Housing Stress74Good
Core Housing Need100Excellent
Employment Health90Excellent

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: #46110568

Community deep dive

$82K

Median household income

$84K

Average household income

14%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.3

Income inequality (Gini)

3.4

P90 / P10 ratio

30%

Single-person households

23%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)474
Labour force participation rate83%
Median age34.0
Avg household size2.4
Unemployment rate10%
Population density4309 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)14%
Single-person households30%
Couple families with children23%
Median household income (2020)$82K

Housing

Renter households15%
Condominium dwellings0%
Median dwelling value (owners)$276K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)15%
Visible minority20%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)40%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 73%
Mother tongue (2nd)French · 6%

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

Rankings

Living Area

below average
768 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 6%Same areaBottom 26%CitywideBottom 7%
Same street · Handyside Avenue
#82 / 87
Bottom 6% · Avg 1,096 sqft
Same area · Glenwood
#1,274 / 1,716
Bottom 26% · Avg 1,015 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#180,149 / 194,458
Bottom 7% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

around average
289k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 15%Same areaBottom 44%CitywideBottom 26%
Same street · Handyside Avenue
#74 / 87
Bottom 15% · Avg 311.9k
Same area · Glenwood
#957 / 1,716
Bottom 44% · Avg 321.2k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#143,334 / 194,458
Bottom 26% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

around average
1949
0255075100
Same streetTop 36%Same areaTop 36%CitywideBottom 27%

Lot Size

above average
5,067 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 15%Same areaTop 37%CitywideBottom 47%

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Transit & Walkability

Nearby stops, routes & transit score

Nearby Amenities

Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more

54 Handyside Avenue — 13 amenities found within 500 m, across 7 categories, including 3 dining (nearest 274 m), 2 healthcare (nearest 269 m), 2 shopping (nearest 361 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining3
🏥Healthcare2
🛒Shopping2
🌳Parks1
🏦Finance1
Fuel Stations2
Worship2

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 4/2016CA$200k–250k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 16%

Same area

Bottom 24%

City-wide

Bottom 20%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 54 Handyside Avenue, Winnipeg

Property Summary: 54 Handyside Avenue, Winnipeg

Section 1: Key Characteristics & Appeal

This is a compact, one-storey home in Glenwood, built in 1949. Its key characteristic is a notable contrast: the living area is modest at 768 sq ft, placing it below average for the street and city, but it sits on a larger-than-average lot for the area at over 5,000 sq ft. The home features a renovated basement and a detached garage. Its assessed value is positioned around the average for the Glenwood neighborhood.

The appeal lies in this very balance. It offers a manageable, single-level living space that is cost-effective to maintain and heat, paired with a generous, private outdoor space—a combination that is becoming rarer. The renovated basement adds functional living or storage space. This property would suit first-time buyers seeking an entry point into the market without a sprawling home to manage, or practical downsizers looking for a low-maintenance footprint but who still value garden space, a workshop, or room for grandchildren to play. It’s a home for those who prioritize land and location over square footage, seeing the yard as an extension of the living area.

Section 2: Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is the house too small?
At 768 sq ft, the main floor is indeed compact. However, the renovated basement effectively doubles the usable living space, making the overall footprint more practical for daily life.

2. What does the assessed value tell me about the price?
The assessed value is a municipal figure for tax purposes, not a market price. This home’s assessment is around the neighborhood average, suggesting it’s not an outlier, but the final sale price will be determined by current market conditions, the home’s condition, and its unique lot size.

3. How does the lot size compare to others?
The lot is a standout feature. At 5,067 sq ft, it is above average for Handyside Avenue and Glenwood, offering more private outdoor space than many nearby properties.

4. What are the implications of the home’s age (1949)?
Built in the post-war era, the home likely has classic character but may also have older building systems. A thorough inspection is recommended to understand the condition of the roof, wiring, plumbing, and foundation, and to confirm the scope and quality of the basement renovation.

5. What is the neighborhood like based on this data?
The data suggests Glenwood is a stable, established neighborhood. The fact that homes on this street are of similar age and value indicates consistency, not rapid fluctuation. The below-average living area for the city also hints that this area may offer more affordable entry points compared to newer suburbs.

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