629 Polson Avenue

Inkster-Faraday, Winnipeg

Property score

59.4

Fair

Overall 59.4 · Larger and newer than most nearby homes

1,284 sqft (top 17%) · Built in 1946 (16 yrs newer than avg)

Located in a above-average income area with median household income of ~80k

Transit 80.0 · 3-min walk to transit with 3 nearby routes · Within 500m: 1 dining spot, 2 healthcare facilitys, 1 shop, and 6 parks nearby

Living Area

Above average

25% larger than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Above average

16 yrs newer than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 62%Tagalog · 26%

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

59.4 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

57.7Fair
Living Area1,284 sqft66Good
Year Built194630Low
Lot Size5,040 sqft67Good
Neighbourhood Sales Activity42Low

Community Score

62.0Fair
Household Income77Good
Education Level22Low
Housing Stress52Fair
Core Housing Need63Fair
Employment Health76Good

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: #46110926

Community deep dive

$80K

Median household income

$85K

Average household income

8%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.2

Income inequality (Gini)

2.6

P90 / P10 ratio

29%

Single-person households

31%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)743
Labour force participation rate74%
Median age36.8
Avg household size2.8
Unemployment rate11%
Population density3910 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)8%
Single-person households29%
Couple families with children31%
Median household income (2020)$80K

Housing

Renter households12%
Condominium dwellings3%
Median dwelling value (owners)$220K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)36%
Visible minority50%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)14%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 61%
Mother tongue (2nd)Tagalog · 25%

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

Rankings

Living Area

above average
1,284 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 16%Same areaTop 17%CitywideTop 43%
Same street · Polson Avenue
#91 / 583
Top 16% · Avg 1,066 sqft
Same area · Inkster-Faraday
#243 / 1,442
Top 17% · Avg 1,025 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#82,987 / 194,458
Top 43% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

above average
241k
0255075100
Same streetTop 48%Same areaTop 19%CitywideBottom 15%
Same street · Polson Avenue
#278 / 583
Top 48% · Avg 241.2k
Same area · Inkster-Faraday
#278 / 1,442
Top 19% · Avg 197.6k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#164,941 / 194,458
Bottom 15% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

above average
1946
0255075100
Same streetTop 41%Same areaTop 13%CitywideBottom 23%

Lot Size

above average
5,040 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 10%Same areaTop 11%CitywideBottom 46%

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Transit & Walkability

Nearby stops, routes & transit score

Nearby Amenities

Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more

629 Polson Avenue — 12 amenities found within 500 m, across 5 categories, including 1 dining (nearest 437 m), 2 healthcare (nearest 483 m), 1 shopping (nearest 382 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining1
🏥Healthcare2
🛒Shopping1
🌳Parks6
Worship2

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 4/2022CA$200k–250k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 47%

Same area

Top 33%

City-wide

Bottom 15%

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Highlights & common questions: 629 Polson Avenue, Winnipeg

Property Overview: 629 Polson Avenue

Key Characteristics & Appeal

This one-and-a-half storey home in Inkster-Faraday presents a practical opportunity centered on space and value. Its key strength is the generous 5,040 sqft lot, which places it in the top 10-11% for land size within both the immediate street and the broader neighborhood. This offers significant outdoor space and potential not found in many comparable properties. The living area (1,284 sqft) is also comfortably above the local average, providing good interior space for a home of this style.

The appeal lies in its grounded, no-frills profile. It features a renovated basement and a detached garage, adding functional utility. While the home itself is older (built 1946), its assessed value is modest and aligns with neighborhood norms, suggesting a lower entry point. This property would suit first-time buyers, practical renovators, or investors looking for a land-value proposition in a stable area. It’s for those who prioritize lot size and interior space over modern finishes or a central city-wide location, offering room to grow or improve without the premium of a newer build.


Frequently Asked Questions

1. How does the lot size compare to typical city properties?
While the lot is large for the neighborhood, it is close to the city-wide average. The true advantage is local: you're getting significantly more land than most immediate peers on Polson Avenue and in Inkster-Faraday.

2. The assessed value seems low compared to the city average. Why?
The assessed value is based on municipal valuation for tax purposes and is heavily influenced by the local market. It is above average for the Inkster-Faraday area, but appears low in a city-wide ranking because it reflects the more affordable nature of this neighborhood compared to higher-priced districts.

3. What does "renovated basement" typically mean for a home of this age?
For a house built in 1946, this likely indicates foundational updates like moisture control, insulation, electrical, and finished living space. It’s a major functional benefit, but buyers should still verify the scope, permits, and the condition of the original structure's major systems.

4. Is the older year of build a concern?
The home is older than most in the city, but is actually newer than many in its immediate area. This suggests the neighborhood character consists of well-established, older homes. A thorough inspection focusing on the roof, foundation, plumbing, and wiring is essential.

5. Where can I find the exact historical sale price?
The listed sale price ranges are based on public data. The exact sale price from the last transaction is available by request directly from the site, which provides the figure manually via email without using your address for marketing.

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