685 Redwood Avenue

Inkster-Faraday, Winnipeg

Property score

46.4

Below average

Overall 46.4 · Compared with neighbourhood average

1,092 sqft (top 40%) · Built in 1914 (16 yrs older than avg)

Located in a above-average income area with median household income of ~62.8k

Transit 80.0 · 4-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

7% larger than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Near average

16 yrs older than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 55%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

46.4 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

39.2Low
Living Area1,092 sqft52Fair
Year Built191416Low
Lot Size2,283 sqft18Low
Neighbourhood Sales Activity42Low

Community Score

57.2Fair
Household Income66Good
Education Level22Low
Housing Stress83Excellent
Core Housing Need63Fair
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: #46110922

Community deep dive

$63K

Median household income

$79K

Average household income

17%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.2

Income inequality (Gini)

2.9

P90 / P10 ratio

27%

Single-person households

25%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)603
Labour force participation rate63%
Median age36.0
Avg household size2.8
Unemployment rate14%
Population density8614 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)17%
Single-person households27%
Couple families with children25%
Median household income (2020)$63K

Housing

Renter households43%
Condominium dwellings0%
Median dwelling value (owners)$190K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)37%
Visible minority56%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)14%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 54%
Mother tongue (2nd)Tagalog · 26%

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

Rankings

Living Area

around average
1,092 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 33%Same areaTop 40%CitywideBottom 39%
Same street · Redwood Avenue
#171 / 518
Top 33% · Avg 1,005 sqft
Same area · Inkster-Faraday
#576 / 1,442
Top 40% · Avg 1,025 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#118,853 / 194,458
Bottom 39% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

above average
213k
0255075100
Same streetTop 25%Same areaTop 38%CitywideBottom 10%
Same street · Redwood Avenue
#129 / 518
Top 25% · Avg 174k
Same area · Inkster-Faraday
#550 / 1,442
Top 38% · Avg 197.6k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#174,757 / 194,458
Bottom 10% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

around average
1914
0255075100
Same streetTop 48%Same areaBottom 40%CitywideBottom 11%

Lot Size

below average
2,283 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 14%Same areaBottom 10%CitywideBottom 2%

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Transit & Walkability

Nearby stops, routes & transit score

Nearby Amenities

Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more

685 Redwood Avenue — 19 amenities found within 500 m, across 8 categories, including 1 dining (nearest 434 m), 3 education (nearest 274 m), 2 healthcare (nearest 315 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining1
🏫Education3
🏥Healthcare2
🛒Shopping4
🌳Parks3
🏦Finance1
Worship4
🏛️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 2/2020CA$200k–250k
Sold price

Same street

Top 28%

Same area

Top 45%

City-wide

Bottom 11%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 685 Redwood Avenue, Winnipeg

Property Overview & Key Characteristics

This one-and-a-half storey home on Redwood Avenue is a practical and character-filled property built in 1914. Its key appeal lies in its balance of historic charm and modern functionality, featuring a renovated basement and a detached garage. With 1,092 square feet of living space, it sits comfortably above the average for both its immediate street and the broader Inkster-Faraday neighbourhood.

The home’s assessed value is strong for the area, ranking in the top 25% on its street, which suggests it is well-maintained or has features valued above many direct comparables. A thoughtful perspective is that while the lot size is smaller than typical, this can translate to lower maintenance and a more manageable outdoor space—a potential benefit for certain lifestyles. The property would suit first-time buyers looking for a move-in-ready home with character, or practical investors seeking a solid, updated property in a central Winnipeg neighbourhood without the upkeep of a large yard.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How does the smaller lot size impact the property?
While the land area is below average, it offers a low-maintenance yard. It’s worth considering how this affects outdoor privacy, gardening potential, or expansion plans versus the benefit of less time and cost spent on upkeep.

2. The assessed value seems high for the neighbourhood. Why?
The assessment ranks well above the street average. This typically reflects recent renovations (like the updated basement), superior condition, or desirable features not captured in basic metrics. It’s a positive indicator of the home’s relative standing on the block.

3. What are the implications of a home built in 1914?
You gain classic architectural character, but it’s wise to inquire about the age and condition of major systems (like plumbing, electrical, and the roof) despite the renovated basement. Properly maintained heritage homes can be very sound.

4. Is the detached garage a significant advantage?
Yes. It provides secure storage or workshop space separate from the house, a valuable asset in older neighbourhoods where on-site parking or additional storage can be limited.

5. How does this home fit within the local market context?
The data shows it’s a competitively sized home for the area, with a value that outperforms many nearby properties. It represents a middle-ground option: more space and a higher assessment than many neighbouring homes, but on a more compact lot.

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