938 Hector Avenue

Grant Park, Winnipeg

Property score

46.7

Below average

Overall 46.7 · Smaller than most nearby homes

735 sqft (bottom 11%) · Built in 1950 (7 yrs older than avg)

Located in a above-average income area with median household income of ~70k

Transit 92.0 · 3-min walk to transit with 5 nearby routes · Within 500m: 2 dining spots, 2 schools, 4 healthcare facilitys, and 2 shops nearby

Living Area

Below average

31% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Near average

7 yrs older than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 62%Tagalog · 6%

Past 10 years Grant Park sales snapshot (~80% of all data)

Sold Count

126

Median price

360k

$/sqft

$315/sqft

Avg build year

1957

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Property score

46.7 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

30.3Low
Living Area735 sqft22Low
Year Built195030Low
Lot Size3,999 sqft46Low
Neighbourhood Sales Activity84Excellent

Community Score

71.3Good
Household Income72Good
Education Level63Fair
Housing Stress83Excellent
Core Housing Need76Good
Employment Health68Good

Neighbourhood Sales

Grant Park

How to read: Share of sales in each ~$50k price band for “grant park” (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: #46110421

Community deep dive

$70K

Median household income

$80K

Average household income

8%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.2

Income inequality (Gini)

2.7

P90 / P10 ratio

36%

Single-person households

22%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)425
Labour force participation rate71%
Median age37.6
Avg household size2.3
Unemployment rate12%
Population density1700 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)8%
Single-person households36%
Couple families with children22%
Median household income (2020)$70K

Housing

Renter households45%
Condominium dwellings14%
Median dwelling value (owners)$312K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)34%
Visible minority41%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)31%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 62%
Mother tongue (2nd)Tagalog · 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
735 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 13%Same areaBottom 11%CitywideBottom 6%
Same street · Hector Avenue
#175 / 201
Bottom 13% · Avg 1,040 sqft
Same area · Grant Park
#313 / 352
Bottom 11% · Avg 1,061 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#183,552 / 194,458
Bottom 6% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

below average
299k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 24%Same areaBottom 26%CitywideBottom 29%
Same street · Hector Avenue
#152 / 201
Bottom 24% · Avg 358.1k
Same area · Grant Park
#259 / 352
Bottom 26% · Avg 360.1k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#138,166 / 194,458
Bottom 29% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

around average
1950
0255075100
Same streetBottom 45%Same areaBottom 45%CitywideBottom 28%

Lot Size

around average
3,999 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 40%Same areaBottom 31%CitywideBottom 26%

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Transit & Walkability

Nearby stops, routes & transit score

Nearby Amenities

Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more

938 Hector Avenue — 17 amenities found within 500 m, across 8 categories, including 2 dining (nearest 404 m), 2 education (nearest 142 m), 4 healthcare (nearest 481 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining2
🏫Education2
🏥Healthcare4
🛒Shopping2
🌳Parks1
💪Sports2
Fuel Stations1
Worship3

Crime & Safety

Grant Park · WPS public data · 2026

Annual incidents

16

2026

vs. city avg

-46%

relative to avg

Year-over-year

-97%

vs. prior year

Primary type

Property

63%

Sales History

Sold 8/2016CA$250k–300k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 22%

Same area

Bottom 21%

City-wide

Bottom 24%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 938 Hector Avenue, Winnipeg

Property Overview: 938 Hector Avenue, Winnipeg

Section 1: Key Characteristics & Appeal

This is a compact, one-storey home in Winnipeg's established Grant Park neighbourhood. Built in 1950, its key characteristic is its modest scale, with 735 sqft of living space and a recently renovated basement. The lot size is a standard city dimension at just under 4,000 sqft. The home lacks a garage.

Its primary appeal lies in its affordability and location within a mature, central community. The renovated basement adds functional living space, making the home more versatile than its main-floor square footage suggests. It represents a straightforward, lower-maintenance property.

This home would best suit first-time buyers seeking an entry point into a desirable area, downsizers looking to rightsize without leaving the neighbourhood, or pragmatic investors seeking a rental property with a manageable footprint. It’s for those who value location and simplicity over size and modern features, and who see potential in a home that is smaller than the area average.

A less obvious perspective is that a home of this size and vintage, in a neighbourhood of often larger properties, can offer a unique blend of community amenities with a lighter footprint and lower utility costs. Its below-average assessed value relative to the city also suggests a potentially manageable property tax burden.

Section 2: Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is the living area too small?
At 735 sqft on the main floor, it is notably smaller than the average Winnipeg home. However, the renovated basement provides additional finished space, and the efficient layout may suit individuals, couples, or those comfortable with compact living.

2. What is the significance of the assessed value being "below average"?
The home’s assessed value is below the averages for Hector Avenue, Grant Park, and Winnipeg. This typically indicates a more affordable purchase price and a correspondingly lower property tax bill compared to larger homes in the same area.

3. What does the "renovated basement" entail?
The listing confirms the basement is renovated but does not specify the scope. A prospective buyer should inquire about the quality of the renovation, permits, the basement’s ceiling height, and whether it includes a separate entrance or legal suite potential.

4. With no garage, what are the parking options?
The property has no garage. Parking would be via a driveway (if present) or on-street. It’s important to verify driveway capacity and review city street parking regulations for the area.

5. How does the 1950 build year affect the home?
A home from this era may have classic charm but likely requires diligent maintenance. Key questions should focus on the age and condition of major systems like the roof, plumbing, electrical, and heating, as well as the presence of insulation and updated windows.

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