639 Polson Avenue

Inkster-Faraday, Winnipeg

Property score

42.9

Below average

Overall 42.9 · Compared with neighbourhood average

892 sqft (bottom 39%) · Built in 1913 (17 yrs older than avg)

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

Transit 80.0 · 2-min walk to transit with 3 nearby routes · Within 500m: 1 dining spot, 1 shop, 7 parks, and 2 place of worships nearby

Living Area

Below average

13% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Taon ng Paggawa

Below average

17 yrs older 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

42.9 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

30.2Low
Living Area892 sqft32Low
Taon ng Paggawa191316Low
Lupa3,312 sqft38Low
Neighbourhood Sales Activity42Low

Community Score

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

Istatistika ng benta ng komunidad

Inkster-Faraday

How to read: Share of sales in each ~$50k price band for “inkster-faraday” (Detached na bahay (hindi 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.

Mga ranggo

Living Area

karaniwan
892 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 26%Same areaBottom 39%CitywideBottom 16%
Same street · Polson Avenue
#432 / 583
Bottom 26% · Avg 1,066 sqft
Same area · Inkster-Faraday
#877 / 1,442
Bottom 39% · Avg 1,025 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#164,001 / 194,458
Bottom 16% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Assessed Value

karaniwan
183k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 23%Same areaBottom 40%CitywideBottom 6%
Same street · Polson Avenue
#451 / 583
Bottom 23% · Avg 241.2k
Same area · Inkster-Faraday
#859 / 1,442
Bottom 40% · Avg 197.6k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#182,538 / 194,458
Bottom 6% · Avg 390.1k

Taon ng Paggawa

karaniwan
1913
0255075100
Same streetBottom 38%Same areaBottom 33%CitywideBottom 10%

Lupa

karaniwan
3,312 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 39%Same areaBottom 47%CitywideBottom 17%

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Transit & Walkability

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Nearby Amenities

Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more

639 Polson Avenue — 11 amenities found within 500 m, across 4 categories, including 1 dining (nearest 461 m), 1 shopping (nearest 410 m), 7 parks (nearest 56 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining1
🛒Shopping1
🌳Parks7
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%

Kasaysayan ng Benta

Naibenta 11/2019CA$150k–200k
Presyo ng benta

Parehong kalye

Bottom 28%

Parehong lugar

Bottom 41%

Buong lungsod

Bottom 8%

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Mga tampok at karaniwang tanong: 639 Polson Avenue, Winnipeg

Property Overview

639 Polson Avenue is a compact, one-storey home in Winnipeg's Inkster-Faraday neighbourhood. Built in 1913, it offers 892 square feet of living space on a 3,312 sqft lot, with a basement that is present but not renovated. The home has no garage or pool. Its key appeal lies in its position as an affordable, no-frills entry point into the housing market. The assessed value is notably low, and historical sold price data suggests it has been a sub-$20,000 property in recent years. This is not a move-in-ready home for most; it suits buyers looking for a foundational investment—whether as a hands-on renovation project, a potential rental property with careful budgeting, or a land-value play in an established area. Its smaller size and vintage mean utility costs may be lower than for larger, newer homes, but it also implies that updates and maintenance will be a primary consideration from the outset.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is this a livable home, or purely a tear-down?
Based on the data, it is a standing house with a functional living area and basement. However, the note that the basement is "not renovated" and the very low assessed value suggest it requires significant work. Its livability depends entirely on a buyer's standards, budget for repairs, and willingness to renovate over time.

2. Why is the assessed value so much lower than the city-wide average?
The assessed value of $18,300 reflects the property's smaller size, age, and likely condition compared to the broader Winnipeg market. It ranks in the bottom quartile city-wide, which is consistent with a home that is a candidate for substantial improvement or redevelopment.

3. What kind of renovation costs should I anticipate?
Without a detailed inspection, it's impossible to say. However, a home from 1913 will likely need attention to foundational elements, wiring, plumbing, and insulation before cosmetic updates. The unrenovated basement could present moisture issues. Budgeting for a full systemic overhaul is prudent.

4. Who would this property suit best?
It suits an investor, a contractor, or a very handy first-time buyer with a realistic renovation budget and timeline. It is less suited to someone seeking a turn-key home or who cannot manage a project with potentially unforeseen challenges.

5. How does the lot size impact its potential?
At just over 3,300 sqft, the lot is around average for the immediate area but below average city-wide. This limits potential for large additions or secondary suites without variances, but it may be sufficient for a renovated home with a modest backyard, aligning with the neighbourhood's character.

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