553 Polson Avenue

Inkster-Faraday, Winnipeg

38.2

Below average

Overall 38.2

Smaller and older than most nearby homes

692 sqft (bottom 12%)

Built in 1912 (18 yrs older than avg)

Located in a above-average income area

with median household income of ~69k

Transit 82.0

2-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

32% 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

38.2 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

21.2Low
Living Area692 sqft15Low
Year Built191216Low
Lot Size3,913 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

below average
692 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 4%Same areaBottom 12%CitywideBottom 3%
Same street · Polson Avenue
#559 / 583
Bottom 4% · Avg 1,066 sqft
Same area · Inkster-Faraday
#1,272 / 1,442
Bottom 12% · Avg 1,025 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#187,839 / 194,458
Bottom 3% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

below average
163k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 14%Same areaBottom 27%CitywideBottom 4%
Same street · Polson Avenue
#503 / 583
Bottom 14% · Avg 241.2k
Same area · Inkster-Faraday
#1,046 / 1,442
Bottom 27% · Avg 197.6k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#186,366 / 194,458
Bottom 4% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

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

Lot Size

around average
3,913 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 40%Same areaTop 35%CitywideBottom 24%

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

553 Polson Avenue — 11 amenities found within 500 m, across 4 categories, including 1 dining (nearest 299 m), 2 healthcare (nearest 380 m), 1 shopping (nearest 210 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 1/2018CA$150k–200k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 16%

Same area

Bottom 25%

City-wide

Bottom 4%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 553 Polson Avenue, Winnipeg

Property Overview: 553 Polson Avenue, Winnipeg

Key Characteristics & Buyer Appeal

This is a compact, one-storey home built in 1912, situated on a standard-sized lot in the Inkster-Faraday neighbourhood. Its key characteristic is its modest scale, with a living area of 692 sqft that places it among the smaller homes in the city. The assessed value is notably low, reflecting its age, size, and unrenovated basement. There is no garage or pool.

The primary appeal lies in its position as an entry-point property. It represents one of the most accessible price points in the Winnipeg market, suited for a very specific buyer. This home would be ideal for an investor looking for a straightforward rental property, a hands-on buyer seeking a minimal footprint with the potential for a future overhaul, or someone with the practical skills to gradually improve a fundamental structure. Its value is in what it is—a basic shelter—rather than in any current finishes or amenities. A less obvious perspective is that such a modest, low-assessment property can offer a measure of insulation from high property tax bills, preserving cash flow for an owner-investor.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Why is the assessed value so much lower than typical city averages?
The assessed value reflects the property's older age, smaller square footage, and lack of major renovations compared to the broader market. It is assessed based on its current state and utility.

2. What does "basement, not renovated" typically imply?
This usually indicates a functional but unfinished space. It likely has essential utilities but lacks finished walls, ceilings, or flooring. It should be inspected for moisture issues common in older foundations.

3. Who would this property suit best?
It is best suited for a budget-conscious investor, a buyer comfortable with a major renovation project over time, or someone seeking the absolute minimum ongoing carrying costs.

4. How does the lot size compare?
At just under 4,000 sqft, the lot is average for the immediate area but below the Winnipeg citywide average. It provides adequate outdoor space but is not exceptionally large.

5. Where can I find the exact historical sale price?
The exact sale price from January 2018 is not publicly displayed in detail. You can request it directly via the email prompt on the listing page for a manual reply.

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