547 Polson Avenue

Inkster-Faraday, Winnipeg

44.3

Below average

Overall 44.3

Older than most nearby homes

832 sqft (bottom 32%)

Built in 1912 (18 yrs older than avg)

Located in a above-average income area

with median household income of ~69k

Transit 82.0

1-min walk to transit with 2 nearby routes

Within 500m: 1 dining spot, 2 healthcare facilitys, 1 shop, and 7 parks nearby

Living Area

Below average

19% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Below average

18 yrs older than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 66%Tagalog · 20%

Past 10 years Inkster-Faraday sales snapshot (~80% of all data)

Sold Count

538

Median price

247.5k

$/sqft

$193/sqft

Avg build year

1930

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Property score

44.3 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

31.4Low
Living Area832 sqft32Low
Year Built191216Low
Lot Size3,912 sqft46Low
Neighbourhood Sales Activity42Low

Community Score

63.7Fair
Household Income70Good
Education Level34Low
Housing Stress83Excellent
Core Housing Need76Good
Employment Health60Fair

Neighbourhood Sales

Inkster-Faraday

How to read: Share of sales in each ~$50k price band for “inkster-faraday” (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: #46110908

Community deep dive

$69K

Median household income

$79K

Average household income

16%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.2

Income inequality (Gini)

3.1

P90 / P10 ratio

26%

Single-person households

26%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)639
Labour force participation rate66%
Median age37.6
Avg household size2.6
Unemployment rate11%
Population density5325 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)16%
Single-person households26%
Couple families with children26%
Median household income (2020)$69K

Housing

Renter households42%
Condominium dwellings0%
Median dwelling value (owners)$200K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)39%
Visible minority47%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)16%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 65%
Mother tongue (2nd)Tagalog · 19%

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

Rankings

Living Area

around average
832 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 19%Same areaBottom 32%CitywideBottom 11%
Same street · Polson Avenue
#470 / 583
Bottom 19% · Avg 1,066 sqft
Same area · Inkster-Faraday
#978 / 1,442
Bottom 32% · Avg 1,025 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#172,544 / 194,458
Bottom 11% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

below average
152k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 9%Same areaBottom 21%CitywideBottom 3%
Same street · Polson Avenue
#532 / 583
Bottom 9% · Avg 241.2k
Same area · Inkster-Faraday
#1,137 / 1,442
Bottom 21% · Avg 197.6k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#188,180 / 194,458
Bottom 3% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

around average
1912
0255075100
Same streetBottom 35%Same areaBottom 23%CitywideBottom 8%

Lot Size

around average
3,912 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 41%Same areaTop 35%CitywideBottom 24%

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Transit & Walkability

Nearby stops, routes & transit score

Nearby Amenities

Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more

547 Polson Avenue — 11 amenities found within 500 m, across 4 categories, including 1 dining (nearest 290 m), 2 healthcare (nearest 375 m), 1 shopping (nearest 196 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining1
🏥Healthcare2
🛒Shopping1
🌳Parks7

Crime & Safety

Inkster-Faraday · WPS public data · 2026

Annual incidents

61

2026

vs. city avg

+107%

relative to avg

Year-over-year

-92%

vs. prior year

Primary type

Property

80%

Sales History

Sold 7/2020CA$150k–200k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 14%

Same area

Bottom 23%

City-wide

Bottom 4%
Sold 7/2016CA$100k–150k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 12%

Same area

Bottom 21%

City-wide

Bottom 4%

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Highlights & common questions: 547 Polson Avenue, Winnipeg

Property Overview: 547 Polson Avenue

Section 1: Key Characteristics & Appeal

This one-storey home on Polson Avenue is a classic, no-frills property built in 1912. With 832 square feet of living space and a full but unrenovated basement, it sits on a standard city lot of just under 4,000 square feet. The home lacks a garage or pool. Its most defining characteristic is its very low municipal assessed value ($15,200), which places it in the bottom tiers for the street, neighborhood, and city.

The primary appeal lies in its position as an entry-point property. It suits a specific type of buyer: investors or handy owner-occupants looking for a low-cost foothold in the market. The price point allows for a minimal mortgage or even a cash purchase, freeing up capital for necessary updates. While smaller and older than area averages, it represents a straightforward opportunity. A less obvious perspective is its potential as a "blank slate" for someone wanting to customize a home without the premium of a recent flip, or its utility as a strategic holding property in a neighborhood where land value may be the long-term play.

Section 2: Frequently Asked Questions

1. Why is the assessed value so much lower than typical Winnipeg homes?
Municipal assessments are based on market value and comparable sales. This assessment reflects the home's age, smaller size, and likely the condition of the interior and basement, indicating it is priced as a fixer-upper or value-play property.

2. What should I budget for beyond the purchase price?
Given the age of the home (114 years) and the note that the basement is not renovated, prospective buyers should budget for essential maintenance and potential updates. This includes a thorough inspection of the foundation, plumbing, electrical, and roof. The lack of a garage is also a factor for parking and storage costs.

3. Is the lot subdividable or suitable for an addition?
The lot is a standard city size (3,912 sq ft). Whether it can be subdivided or accommodate a significant addition depends on specific City of Winnipeg zoning bylaws and setback requirements. This would require direct verification with the city's planning department.

4. How do the past sold prices influence the current value?
The home sold in 2016 and 2020 in the $12.5k-$16.5k range. These historically low sale prices confirm the property's long-standing position as a value-oriented listing and provide a benchmark, but the current market value will be determined by today's market conditions and the property's present state.

5. Who are the most likely buyers for this property?
This property is best suited for an investor looking for a rental with a low entry cost, or a hands-on first-time buyer with renovation skills who prioritizes low monthly carrying costs over move-in-ready condition. It is less suitable for buyers seeking a modern, low-maintenance home.

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