596 Lanark Street

J. B. Mitchell, Winnipeg

Property score

64.4

Fair

Overall 64.4 · Smaller than most nearby homes

946 sqft (bottom 24%) · Built in 1955 (1 yr newer than avg)

Located in a high-income area with median household income of ~97k

Transit 80.0 · 4-min walk to transit with 3 nearby routes · Within 500m: 3 dining spots, 2 schools, 1 shop, and 1 bank/ATM nearby

Living Area

Below average

16% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Near average

1 yrs newer than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 69%Tagalog · 2%

Past 10 years J. B. Mitchell sales snapshot (~80% of all data)

Sold Count

123

Median price

375k

$/sqft

$469/sqft

Avg build year

1954

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Property score

64.4 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

49.7Low
Living Area946 sqft42Low
Year Built195536Low
Lot Size6,598 sqft85Excellent
Neighbourhood Sales Activity90Excellent

Community Score

86.5Excellent
Household Income83Excellent
Education Level91Excellent
Housing Stress100Excellent
Core Housing Need100Excellent
Employment Health68Good

Neighbourhood Sales

J. B. Mitchell

How to read: Share of sales in each ~$50k price band for “j. b. mitchell” (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: #46110370

Community deep dive

$97K

Median household income

$116K

Average household income

5%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.2

Income inequality (Gini)

2.9

P90 / P10 ratio

31%

Single-person households

21%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)405
Labour force participation rate69%
Median age46.8
Avg household size2.1
Unemployment rate11%
Population density1760 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)5%
Single-person households31%
Couple families with children21%
Median household income (2020)$97K

Housing

Renter households17%
Condominium dwellings0%
Median dwelling value (owners)$348K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)17%
Visible minority2%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)51%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 69%
Mother tongue (2nd)Tagalog · 2%

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

Rankings

Living Area

below average
946 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 20%Same areaBottom 24%CitywideBottom 21%
Same street · Lanark Street
#240 / 301
Bottom 20% · Avg 1,277 sqft
Same area · J. B. Mitchell
#232 / 307
Bottom 24% · Avg 1,121 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#154,109 / 194,458
Bottom 21% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

around average
390k
0255075100
Same streetTop 50%Same areaBottom 43%CitywideTop 41%
Same street · Lanark Street
#151 / 301
Top 50% · Avg 404.3k
Same area · J. B. Mitchell
#176 / 307
Bottom 43% · Avg 403.5k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#79,616 / 194,458
Top 41% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

around average
1955
0255075100
Same streetTop 37%Same areaTop 37%CitywideBottom 34%

Lot Size

above average
6,598 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 24%Same areaTop 16%CitywideTop 21%

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Transit & Walkability

Nearby stops, routes & transit score

Nearby Amenities

Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more

596 Lanark Street — 7 amenities found within 500 m, across 4 categories, including 3 dining (nearest 392 m), 2 education (nearest 89 m), 1 shopping (nearest 446 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining3
🏫Education2
🛒Shopping1
🏦Finance1

Crime & Safety

J. B. Mitchell · WPS public data · 2026

Annual incidents

3

2026

vs. city avg

-90%

relative to avg

Year-over-year

-98%

vs. prior year

Primary type

Property

67%

Sales History

Sold 9/2016CA$250k–300k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 19%

Same area

Bottom 15%

City-wide

Bottom 35%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 596 Lanark Street, Winnipeg

Property Overview: 596 Lanark Street, Winnipeg

Key Characteristics & Appeal

This is a classic, one-storey home in the J.B. Mitchell neighbourhood, built in 1955. Its primary appeal lies in a combination of a generous, above-average lot and a recently renovated basement, offering solid value within its area. With 946 sqft of living space, the house itself is more compact than many local comparables, which suggests an efficient layout. The detached garage and lack of a pool point to a practical, low-maintenance property.

The standout feature is the land—at 6,598 sqft, the lot size ranks in the top quarter locally, providing ample outdoor space that is increasingly rare. This, paired with an assessed value that sits around the neighbourhood average, indicates you are paying primarily for the land and location rather than a large interior. The renovated basement adds functional living space, making the home more versatile.

This property would suit a first-time buyer or downsizer looking for a manageable home with significant yard potential in an established area. It’s also a sensible choice for a value-oriented buyer who prioritizes land size over square footage and sees potential in the existing structure or outdoor space.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is the price fair for a home of this size?
While the living area is below average for the street and area, the assessed value is aligned with local averages. This suggests the price reflects the valuable lot size, the renovated basement, and the location more than the interior square footage.

2. What is the neighbourhood like?
J.B. Mitchell is a mature, established neighbourhood. The proximity to nearby streets like Renfrew Street, with similar vintage homes, indicates a stable, residential community. The lot sizes on Lanark Street appear generally spacious.

3. What does "renovated basement" include?
The listing confirms the basement is renovated but does not specify the scope. A professional inspection is recommended to determine the quality of the renovation, the materials used, and whether it includes legal secondary suites or simply finished living space.

4. How does the 2016 sale price relate to today's value?
The home sold for between $26.5k and $29.5k in 2016. The significant increase to the current assessed value of $390k reflects broader market trends over nine years and likely the basement renovation, highlighting substantial appreciation.

5. What are the long-term considerations for a 1955 home?
While the basement is updated, the core structure is 71 years old. Buyers should budget for potential updates to major aging components like the roof, plumbing, electrical, and windows, which are typical for homes of this era.

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