687 Machray Avenue

Inkster-Faraday, Winnipeg

Property score

47.2

Below average

Overall 47.2 · Smaller but newer than most nearby homes

728 sqft (bottom 18%) · Built in 1944 (14 yrs newer than avg)

Located in a above-average income area with median household income of ~81k

Transit 74.0 · 2-min walk to transit with 2 nearby routes · Within 500m: 1 dining spot, 1 school, 2 healthcare facilitys, and 4 parks nearby

Living Area

Below average

29% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Above average

14 yrs newer than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 58%Tagalog · 25%

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

47.2 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

28.0Low
Living Area728 sqft22Low
Year Built194424Low
Lot Size4,027 sqft53Fair
Neighbourhood Sales Activity42Low

Community Score

75.9Good
Household Income77Good
Education Level54Fair
Housing Stress83Excellent
Core Housing Need100Excellent
Employment Health83Excellent

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: #46110924

Community deep dive

$81K

Median household income

$87K

Average household income

7%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.2

Income inequality (Gini)

2.7

P90 / P10 ratio

26%

Single-person households

28%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)600
Labour force participation rate77%
Median age38.8
Avg household size2.7
Unemployment rate11%
Population density4615 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)7%
Single-person households26%
Couple families with children28%
Median household income (2020)$81K

Housing

Renter households0%
Condominium dwellings0%
Median dwelling value (owners)$240K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)39%
Visible minority42%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)27%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 57%
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

below average
728 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 3%Same areaBottom 18%CitywideBottom 5%
Same street · Machray Avenue
#285 / 294
Bottom 3% · Avg 1,358 sqft
Same area · Inkster-Faraday
#1,189 / 1,442
Bottom 18% · Avg 1,025 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#184,123 / 194,458
Bottom 5% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

above average
239k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 45%Same areaTop 20%CitywideBottom 15%
Same street · Machray Avenue
#161 / 294
Bottom 45% · Avg 256.8k
Same area · Inkster-Faraday
#293 / 1,442
Top 20% · Avg 197.6k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#165,734 / 194,458
Bottom 15% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

above average
1944
0255075100
Same streetTop 32%Same areaTop 28%CitywideBottom 21%

Lot Size

above average
4,027 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 23%Same areaTop 30%CitywideBottom 26%

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

687 Machray Avenue — 11 amenities found within 500 m, across 5 categories, including 1 dining (nearest 481 m), 1 education (nearest 437 m), 2 healthcare (nearest 473 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining1
🏫Education1
🏥Healthcare2
🌳Parks4
Worship3

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 10/2023CA$250k–300k
Sold price

Same street

Top 27%

Same area

Top 9%

City-wide

Bottom 29%
Sold 10/2019CA$200k–250k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 38%

Same area

Top 30%

City-wide

Bottom 16%

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Highlights & common questions: 687 Machray Avenue, Winnipeg

Property Overview: 687 Machray Avenue

Section 1: Key Characteristics & Appeal

This is a compact, one-storey home built in 1944, featuring 728 sqft of living space and a renovated basement. It sits on a 4,027 sqft lot and includes a detached garage. The home’s assessed value is notably strong for the Inkster-Faraday neighbourhood, ranking well above the local average.

Its primary appeal lies in being an efficient, no-fuss property in a mature community. It suits first-time buyers, downsizers, or investors seeking an affordable entry point into the Winnipeg market with a move-in-ready basement suite potential (subject to verification). The lot size, while modest for the street, is generous compared to many in the wider area, offering valuable outdoor space. A thoughtful perspective is that its smaller living area and efficient layout can mean lower utility costs and less maintenance, appealing to those seeking simplicity. The strong assessed value within the neighbourhood suggests it is viewed as a solid asset in its immediate context, even if it's more modest by city-wide standards.

Section 2: Frequently Asked Questions

1. How does the home's size compare to others?
At 728 sqft, the living area is below average for similar homes on Machray Avenue and across Winnipeg. This indicates a compact, efficient layout.

2. What does the assessed value tell me about this property?
With an assessed value of $23,900, this home ranks in the top 20% for its neighbourhood (Inkster-Faraday), meaning it is considered above average in value for that specific area.

3. What is the potential based on recent sales?
The home sold in late 2023 for an estimated $25.5k–$28.5k. Reviewing the prior 2019 sale price range ($20.5k–$23.5k) can provide context on its market trajectory.

4. Is the lot a good size?
The 4,027 sqft lot is smaller than others on Machray Avenue but is larger than the average lot in the Inkster-Faraday neighbourhood, which is a positive for the area.

5. How can I get the exact historical sale prices?
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