71 Essex Avenue

Glenwood, Winnipeg

Property score

64.9

Fair

Overall 64.9 · Newer than most nearby homes

979 sqft (top 44%) · Built in 2019 (67 yrs newer than avg)

Located in a high-income area with median household income of ~89k

Transit 74.0 · 4-min walk to transit with 2 nearby routes · Within 500m: 5 dining spots, 1 school, 1 healthcare facility, and 1 park nearby

Living Area

Near average

4% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Above average

67 yrs newer than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 77%French · 12%

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

64.9 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

52.3Fair
Living Area979 sqft42Low
Year Built201997Excellent
Lot Size2,502 sqft28Low
Neighbourhood Sales Activity69Good

Community Score

83.7Excellent
Household Income80Excellent
Education Level82Excellent
Housing Stress83Excellent
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: #46110564

Community deep dive

$89K

Median household income

$109K

Average household income

10%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.3

Income inequality (Gini)

3.5

P90 / P10 ratio

28%

Single-person households

24%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)577
Labour force participation rate76%
Median age42.4
Avg household size2.3
Unemployment rate5%
Population density2404 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)10%
Single-person households28%
Couple families with children24%
Median household income (2020)$89K

Housing

Renter households6%
Condominium dwellings0%
Median dwelling value (owners)$300K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)15%
Visible minority15%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)42%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 76%
Mother tongue (2nd)French · 12%

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

Rankings

Living Area

above average
979 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 28%Same areaTop 44%CitywideBottom 24%
Same street · Essex Avenue
#22 / 78
Top 28% · Avg 885 sqft
Same area · Glenwood
#748 / 1,716
Top 44% · Avg 1,015 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#148,375 / 194,458
Bottom 24% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

above average
416k
0255075100
Same streetTop 8%Same areaTop 13%CitywideTop 35%
Same street · Essex Avenue
#6 / 78
Top 8% · Avg 272.9k
Same area · Glenwood
#231 / 1,716
Top 13% · Avg 321.2k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#67,384 / 194,458
Top 35% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

Elite
2019
0255075100
Same streetTop 6%Same areaTop 8%CitywideTop 4%

Lot Size

below average
2,502 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 14%Same areaBottom 2%CitywideBottom 5%

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

71 Essex Avenue — 10 amenities found within 500 m, across 5 categories, including 5 dining (nearest 270 m), 1 education (nearest 401 m), 1 healthcare (nearest 261 m).

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🍽️Dining5
🏫Education1
🏥Healthcare1
🌳Parks1
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 1/2019CA$300k–350k
Sold price

Same street

Top 16%

Same area

Top 31%

City-wide

Top 49%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 71 Essex Avenue, Winnipeg

Property Overview & Key Characteristics

This 2019-built bi-level home at 71 Essex Avenue in Winnipeg's Glenwood neighborhood offers modern living in a well-established area. Its primary appeal lies in being a relatively new construction, which is rare for the street and the wider city. With 979 square feet of living space and a renovated basement, it provides efficient, move-in-ready space. The home sits on a smaller, manageable lot of 2,502 sqft.

The property's standout characteristic is its strong assessed value relative to its immediate surroundings, ranking in the top 8% on its street and top 13% in Glenwood. This suggests it is viewed as a higher-value asset in the local context. It would suit first-time buyers or downsizers seeking a modern, low-maintenance home without a premium city-wide price tag, or an investor attracted by the combination of recent build date and the neighborhood's established character.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is the smaller lot size a significant drawback?
While the land area is below average for the area, it translates to less yard maintenance—a potential benefit for buyers seeking a lock-and-leave lifestyle or who prefer to spend less time on upkeep.

2. The assessed value seems high for the neighborhood. Why?
The high assessment relative to nearby homes is almost certainly driven by the 2019 build date. Newer systems, construction standards, and materials are valued significantly higher than those in the older homes that dominate the area, which average around 80 years old.

3. Who might this home not suit?
It may not be ideal for buyers who prioritize a large private yard, need extensive square footage, or require garage parking. The home offers modern efficiency rather than expansive space.

4. How does it compare city-wide?
On a city-wide scale, the living space is modest and the lot is small, but its age is a major advantage—it's newer than roughly 96% of Winnipeg homes. This positions it as a modern, efficient option in a market full of older inventory.

5. What is the likely balance of value here?
You are paying a premium for the modern build and renovations within a specific locale. The value is in the condition and age of the property itself, rather than in land size or grandeur. It’s a trade-off that favors modern comforts over traditional lot size.

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