Property score
44.7
Below average
Overall 44.7 · Smaller and older than most nearby homes
608 sqft (bottom 3%) · Built in 1904 (48 yrs older than avg)
Located in a high-income area with median household income of ~89k
Transit 64.0 · 5-min walk to transit with 2 nearby routes · Within 500m: 5 dining spots, 1 school, 1 healthcare facility, and 1 park nearby
Living Area
Below average
40% smaller than neighborhood avg.
Year Built
Below average
48 yrs older than neighborhood avg.
Mother tongue
English · 77%French · 12%
Past 10 years Glenwood sales snapshot (~80% of all data)
785
376k
$381/sqft
1952
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44.7 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: #46110564
$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
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
86 Essex Avenue — 10 amenities found within 500 m, across 5 categories, including 5 dining (nearest 317 m), 1 education (nearest 386 m), 1 healthcare (nearest 307 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 11% | Bottom 5% | Bottom 8% |
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Address · Year Built · Living Area
Address · Distance
Address · Tax-Assessed Value
Property Overview: 86 Essex Avenue, Winnipeg
Section 1: Key Characteristics & Appeal
This is a compact, one-storey home in Winnipeg's Glenwood neighborhood, built in 1904. With 608 square feet of living space and an unrenovated basement, it is notably smaller than most homes in its immediate area, on its street, and across the city. The lot size is also modest for the neighborhood. These factors contribute to its very low municipal assessed value, which is significantly below local and city-wide averages.
The primary appeal lies in its position as one of the most accessible entry points into home ownership in Winnipeg. It suits a specific buyer: someone seeking a minimal footprint, potentially an investor looking for a rental property, or a buyer intending to build new on the lot. Its value is rooted in land and location rather than the existing structure. A thoughtful perspective is that this property represents a "blank slate" with lower property taxes due to its assessment, but it requires a vision and willingness to invest in updates or a full rebuild. It is not suited for those needing move-in-ready space or a standard family home.
Section 2: Frequently Asked Questions
1. Why is the assessed value so much lower than the city-wide average?
The assessed value is based heavily on the home's very small size, age, and condition (including an unrenovated basement), making its value substantially lower than the typical Winnipeg home.
2. What does the ranking data (e.g., "Top 95%") actually mean for living area?
A "Top 95%" rank for living area means this home is smaller than approximately 95% of comparable properties in that grouping. For this home, that pattern holds true on its street, in Glenwood, and city-wide, confirming its compact nature.
3. Is this a tear-down property?
Given its age, size, and the fact the basement is noted as unrenovated, the existing house may have limited modern utility. Many buyers would consider it a candidate for extensive renovation or replacement, but a professional inspection is essential to determine the structure's actual potential.
4. How reliable are the sold price ranges shown?
The listed price ranges are estimates based on public data. The site states that to obtain the exact historical sold price, you must request it via email, which they provide manually.
5. What are the realistic uses for a home of this size?
At 608 sqft, it functions as a small one-bedroom or large studio home. It could serve as a minimalist primary residence, a long-term rental, or a starter home with plans to eventually expand or redevelop the lot.
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