70 Handyside Avenue

Glenwood, Winnipeg

Property score

58.8

Fair

Overall 58.8 · Older than most nearby homes

999 sqft (top 42%) · Built in 1922 (30 yrs older than avg)

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

Transit 80.0 · 4-min walk to transit with 3 nearby routes · Within 500m: 3 dining spots, 1 healthcare facility, 2 shops, and 1 park nearby

Living Area

Near average

2% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Below average

30 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

58.8 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

43.8Low
Living Area42
999 sqftLow
Year Built20
1922Low
Lot Size74
5,604 sqftGood
Neighbourhood Sales Activity69
Good

Community Score

81.3Excellent
Household Income77
Good
Education Level82
Excellent
Housing Stress74
Good
Core Housing Need100
Excellent
Employment Health90
Excellent

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

around average
999 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 30%Same areaTop 42%CitywideBottom 26%
Same street · Handyside Avenue
#61 / 87
Bottom 30% · Avg 1,096 sqft
Same area · Glenwood
#717 / 1,716
Top 42% · Avg 1,015 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#144,168 / 194,458
Bottom 26% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

below average
247k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 2%Same areaBottom 20%CitywideBottom 16%
Same street · Handyside Avenue
#85 / 87
Bottom 2% · Avg 311.9k
Same area · Glenwood
#1,368 / 1,716
Bottom 20% · Avg 321.2k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#162,409 / 194,458
Bottom 16% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

below average
1922
0255075100
Same streetBottom 1%Same areaBottom 18%CitywideBottom 14%

Lot Size

Elite
5,604 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 5%Same areaTop 13%CitywideTop 40%

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

70 Handyside Avenue — 11 amenities found within 500 m, across 7 categories, including 3 dining (nearest 333 m), 1 healthcare (nearest 321 m), 2 shopping (nearest 376 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining3
🏥Healthcare1
🛒Shopping2
🌳Parks1
🏦Finance1
Fuel Stations2
Worship1

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 4/2021CA$250k–300k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 32%

Same area

Bottom 38%

City-wide

Bottom 30%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 70 Handyside Avenue, Winnipeg

Property Overview: 70 Handyside Avenue, Winnipeg

Section 1: Key Characteristics & Appeal

This one-storey home in Glenwood presents a distinct value proposition centered on its generous 5,604 sqft lot, which is notably larger than most in the immediate area and neighborhood. Built in 1922, it is a classic character home with a compact, efficient living space of 999 sqft and includes a detached garage. Its appeal lies in its significant land size, offering ample outdoor potential, coupled with a very low municipal assessed value, which suggests a correspondingly affordable entry point into the market. The home is described as having an unrenovated basement.

This property would best suit a specific type of buyer: a hands-on individual or household looking for a land-owning opportunity. It’s ideal for a buyer with a vision for the future—whether that’s extensive gardening, adding outdoor living spaces, or eventually expanding or replacing the existing structure. The low assessment also makes it a candidate for investors or buyers comfortable with a project, as the core value is tied more to the land than the current improvements. It’s less suited for those seeking a modern, move-in-ready home without renovation plans.

Section 2: Frequently Asked Questions

1. Why is the assessed value so much lower than the city-wide average?
The assessed value is based on the property's current state, including the age of the home (1922) and the condition of its features (like the unrenovated basement). The value reflects the existing structure, not the potential of the large lot, which is a separate asset.

2. What does the "Top 5%" ranking for Land Area on the street actually mean?
It means this property has a larger lot than 95% of the 87 comparable homes on Handyside Avenue. This is its standout feature, offering more private outdoor space and future potential than nearly all its direct neighbors.

3. Is the sold price history from 2021 relevant today?
It provides a historical benchmark, but market conditions have likely changed. That sale price range reflects the property's value over four years ago and should be considered a data point, not a current valuation.

4. What are the practical implications of an "unrenovated basement"?
This typically indicates the basement is in original or functional condition, but not updated with modern finishes. Buyers should budget for potential moisture management, insulation, or foundational updates, and view it as a space for utilities and storage unless renovated.

5. How should I interpret the different rankings for Living Area?
The home's size is around average for its street and Glenwood neighborhood, but below average for the entire city. This highlights its local context: the living space is typical for the area, reinforcing that the property's primary advantage is its lot size, not its interior square footage.