679 Boyd Avenue

Inkster-Faraday, Winnipeg

Property score

42.4

Below average

Overall 42.4 · Compared with neighbourhood average

905 sqft (bottom 41%) · Built in 1913 (17 yrs older than avg)

Located in a above-average income area with median household income of ~65k

Transit 80.0 · 3-min walk to transit with 3 nearby routes · Within 500m: 1 dining spot, 3 schools, 2 healthcare facilitys, and 4 shops nearby

Living Area

Near average

12% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Below average

17 yrs older than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 65%Tagalog · 24%

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

42.4 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

33.2Low
Living Area905 sqft42Low
Year Built191316Low
Lot Size2,277 sqft18Low
Neighbourhood Sales Activity42Low

Community Score

56.1Fair
Household Income68Good
Education Level34Low
Housing Stress63Fair
Core Housing Need38Low
Employment Health52Fair

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: #46110920

Community deep dive

$65K

Median household income

$67K

Average household income

23%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.2

Income inequality (Gini)

3.1

P90 / P10 ratio

21%

Single-person households

30%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)541
Labour force participation rate62%
Median age32.0
Avg household size3.2
Unemployment rate16%
Population density6011 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)23%
Single-person households21%
Couple families with children30%
Median household income (2020)$65K

Housing

Renter households43%
Condominium dwellings0%
Median dwelling value (owners)$160K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)42%
Visible minority46%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)15%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 64%
Mother tongue (2nd)Tagalog · 24%

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

Rankings

Living Area

around average
905 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 37%Same areaBottom 41%CitywideBottom 17%
Same street · Boyd Avenue
#303 / 484
Bottom 37% · Avg 1,047 sqft
Same area · Inkster-Faraday
#853 / 1,442
Bottom 41% · Avg 1,025 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#161,579 / 194,458
Bottom 17% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

around average
149k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 41%Same areaBottom 20%CitywideBottom 3%
Same street · Boyd Avenue
#286 / 484
Bottom 41% · Avg 167.7k
Same area · Inkster-Faraday
#1,159 / 1,442
Bottom 20% · Avg 197.6k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#188,641 / 194,458
Bottom 3% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

around average
1913
0255075100
Same streetBottom 42%Same areaBottom 33%CitywideBottom 10%

Lot Size

below average
2,277 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 11%Same areaBottom 6%CitywideBottom 2%

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

679 Boyd Avenue — 18 amenities found within 500 m, across 8 categories, including 1 dining (nearest 396 m), 3 education (nearest 243 m), 2 healthcare (nearest 357 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining1
🏫Education3
🏥Healthcare2
🛒Shopping4
🌳Parks3
🏦Finance1
Worship3
🏛️Government1

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 7/2017CA$50k–100k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 8%

Same area

Bottom 4%

City-wide

Bottom 1%
Sold 2/2016CA$50k–100k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 6%

Same area

Bottom 3%

City-wide

Bottom 1%

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Highlights & common questions: 679 Boyd Avenue, Winnipeg

Property Summary: 679 Boyd Avenue, Winnipeg

Section 1: Overview & Appeal

This one-and-a-half storey home, built in 1913, presents a straightforward opportunity in Winnipeg's Inkster-Faraday neighbourhood. With 905 square feet of living space and an unrenovated basement, its key characteristics are its simplicity and historically low price point, as evidenced by its assessed value and past sale prices.

The primary appeal lies in its function as an affordable entry into the housing market. It suits buyers with a limited budget seeking a basic starter home, or investors looking for a low-cost rental property. The home is notably modest in scale—its lot size is smaller than most in the city—which can mean lower maintenance costs and taxes.

A less obvious perspective is that this property represents a specific segment of Winnipeg's housing stock: older, compact homes that are statistically average for their immediate street and area, but sit well below the citywide averages for size and value. It doesn't offer modern finishes or ample space, but for the right buyer, it provides a foothold without a large financial burden.

Section 2: Frequently Asked Questions

1. Why is the assessed value so much lower than the citywide average?
The assessed value reflects the home's age, smaller size, and likely its condition and market position within its neighbourhood. It is consistent with other homes of similar scale on Boyd Avenue and in Inkster-Faraday.

2. What does "Top 83%" for living area citywide mean?
This ranking means the home's living area is smaller than approximately 83% of comparable homes across Winnipeg. It is a compact property, though it is closer to the average size when compared only to homes on its own street or in its immediate area.

3. Is the basement finished or usable?
The listing specifies the basement exists but is "not renovated." Buyers should anticipate it being in a rough, unfinished state suitable for utilities and storage only.

4. How reliable are the past sold price ranges shown?
The ranges are based on public data. For precise historical sale figures, you must request the exact information directly from the listing service via the provided email option.

5. What are the typical next steps for a home like this after purchase?
Given its age and mention of an unrenovated basement, new owners often prioritize essential system updates (like wiring or plumbing) and moisture control. Cosmetic updates would follow, with the understanding that the financial investment should align with the home's value in its local market.

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