693 St John'S Avenue

Inkster-Faraday, Winnipeg

33.6

Below average

Overall 33.6

Smaller than most nearby homes

696 sqft (bottom 12%)

Built in 1928 (2 yrs older than avg)

Located in a below-average income area

with median household income of ~44.8k

Transit 80.0

2-min walk to transit with 3 nearby routes

Within 500m: 1 dining spot, 1 school, 2 healthcare facilitys, and 2 shops nearby

Living Area

Below average

32% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Near average

2 yrs older than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 67%Tagalog · 13%

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

33.6 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

22.0Low
Living Area696 sqft15Low
Year Built192820Low
Lot Size3,899 sqft46Low
Neighbourhood Sales Activity42Low

Community Score

50.9Fair
Household Income45Low
Education Level54Fair
Housing Stress74Good
Core Housing Need50Fair
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: #46110919

Community deep dive

$45K

Median household income

$66K

Average household income

27%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.2

Income inequality (Gini)

3.0

P90 / P10 ratio

48%

Single-person households

17%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)516
Labour force participation rate57%
Median age46.0
Avg household size2.2
Unemployment rate12%
Population density5160 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)27%
Single-person households48%
Couple families with children17%
Median household income (2020)$45K

Housing

Renter households56%
Condominium dwellings0%
Median dwelling value (owners)$200K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)36%
Visible minority43%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)25%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 66%
Mother tongue (2nd)Tagalog · 12%

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

Rankings

Living Area

below average
696 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 3%Same areaBottom 12%CitywideBottom 4%
Same street · St John'S Avenue
#191 / 197
Bottom 3% · Avg 1,325 sqft
Same area · Inkster-Faraday
#1,267 / 1,442
Bottom 12% · Avg 1,025 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#187,497 / 194,458
Bottom 4% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

around average
206k
0255075100
Same streetTop 32%Same areaTop 43%CitywideBottom 9%
Same street · St John'S Avenue
#64 / 197
Top 32% · Avg 192.2k
Same area · Inkster-Faraday
#619 / 1,442
Top 43% · Avg 197.6k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#176,838 / 194,458
Bottom 9% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

above average
1928
0255075100
Same streetTop 19%Same areaTop 47%CitywideBottom 17%

Lot Size

around average
3,899 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 43%Same areaTop 37%CitywideBottom 24%

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Transit & Walkability

Nearby stops, routes & transit score

Nearby Amenities

Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more

693 St John'S Avenue — 11 amenities found within 500 m, across 7 categories, including 1 dining (nearest 309 m), 1 education (nearest 100 m), 2 healthcare (nearest 468 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining1
🏫Education1
🏥Healthcare2
🛒Shopping2
🏦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 6/2017CA$150k–200k
Sold price

Same street

Top 41%

Same area

Top 48%

City-wide

Bottom 10%

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Highlights & common questions: 693 St John'S Avenue, Winnipeg

Property Overview: 693 St. John's Avenue, Winnipeg

Section 1: Key Characteristics & Appeal

This one-storey home in the Inkster-Faraday neighbourhood presents a straightforward, value-oriented opportunity. Its key characteristic is its compact size, with 696 sqft of living space, which is notably smaller than most area homes. This is balanced by a renovated basement and a detached garage. The lot is a practical size at just under 4,000 sqft.

The primary appeal lies in its affordability and efficiency. With an assessed value significantly below the city average, it represents a lower barrier to entry into the Winnipeg market. The recent basement renovation adds functional living space. It’s a home that prioritizes necessity over excess, suited for a first-time buyer, an investor, or someone seeking a minimalist footprint. Its age (built in 1928) means it has character and is located in an established area, but it also implies a responsibility for ongoing maintenance typical of a near-century-old structure.

A less obvious perspective is its statistical positioning: while small city-wide, its assessed value is actually around the average for its own street and neighbourhood. This suggests it’s priced appropriately within its immediate context, not as an outlier, which can be a stabilizing factor.

Section 2: Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is the living area too small?
At 696 sqft, the main floor living area is compact. The renovated basement provides crucial additional space. This layout suits individuals, couples, or those comfortable with efficient living, but may feel tight for a growing family.

2. What does the assessed value indicate?
The assessed value is approximately $20,600, which is very low city-wide but typical for the Inkster-Faraday area. It generally reflects municipal valuation for tax purposes, not market price, but indicates a historically affordable property tax base.

3. What should I know about a home built in 1928?
While the home has stood for nearly a century, its age necessitates a focus on foundational elements during inspection: the roof, wiring, plumbing, and insulation. Its above-average age for the street could mean well-maintained character or a need for more updates.

4. How does the lot size compare?
The 3,899 sqft lot is slightly smaller than others on the street but offers a standard urban yard space. It provides room for the detached garage and outdoor use without extensive maintenance demands.

5. What is the neighbourhood like?
Inkster-Faraday is an older, established neighbourhood. The property rankings show homes here are generally more modest in size and value compared to the wider city. It’s a community of primarily working-class, no-frills housing stock.

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