216 Forrest Avenue

Jefferson, Winnipeg

Property score

50.4

Fair

Overall 50.4 · Newer than most nearby homes

960 sqft (bottom 45%) · Built in 1960 (12 yrs newer than avg)

Located in a average-income area with median household income of ~59.2k

Transit 94.0 · 1-min walk to transit with 4 nearby routes · Within 500m: 3 dining spots, 1 school, 2 shops, and 5 parks nearby

Living Area

Near average

7% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Above average

12 yrs newer than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 51%Tagalog · 20%

Past 10 years Jefferson sales snapshot (~80% of all data)

Sold Count

1,026

Median price

320k

$/sqft

$314/sqft

Avg build year

1948

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Property score

50.4 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

42.8Low
Living Area960 sqft42Low
Year Built196043Low
Lot Size3,597 sqft46Low
Neighbourhood Sales Activity42Low

Community Score

61.9Fair
Household Income62Fair
Education Level63Fair
Housing Stress52Fair
Core Housing Need63Fair
Employment Health68Good

Neighbourhood Sales

Jefferson

How to read: Share of sales in each ~$50k price band for “jefferson” (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: #46110014

Community deep dive

$59K

Median household income

$69K

Average household income

14%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.2

Income inequality (Gini)

2.8

P90 / P10 ratio

38%

Single-person households

23%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)704
Labour force participation rate67%
Median age38.0
Avg household size2.2
Unemployment rate7%
Population density6400 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)14%
Single-person households38%
Couple families with children23%
Median household income (2020)$59K

Housing

Renter households73%
Condominium dwellings0%
Median dwelling value (owners)$250K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)34%
Visible minority48%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)30%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 50%
Mother tongue (2nd)Tagalog · 20%

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

Rankings

Living Area

around average
960 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 44%Same areaBottom 45%CitywideBottom 22%
Same street · Forrest Avenue
#59 / 105
Bottom 44% · Avg 1,013 sqft
Same area · Jefferson
#1,508 / 2,763
Bottom 45% · Avg 1,029 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#150,758 / 194,458
Bottom 22% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

around average
299k
0255075100
Same streetTop 42%Same areaTop 37%CitywideBottom 29%
Same street · Forrest Avenue
#44 / 105
Top 42% · Avg 270.2k
Same area · Jefferson
#1,035 / 2,763
Top 37% · Avg 282.9k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#138,166 / 194,458
Bottom 29% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

above average
1960
0255075100
Same streetTop 11%Same areaTop 9%CitywideBottom 42%

Lot Size

around average
3,597 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 31%Same areaBottom 17%CitywideBottom 20%

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Transit & Walkability

Nearby stops, routes & transit score

Nearby Amenities

Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more

216 Forrest Avenue — 12 amenities found within 500 m, across 5 categories, including 3 dining (nearest 132 m), 1 education (nearest 142 m), 2 shopping (nearest 141 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining3
🏫Education1
🛒Shopping2
🌳Parks5
🏦Finance1

Crime & Safety

Jefferson · WPS public data · 2026

Annual incidents

40

2026

vs. city avg

+36%

relative to avg

Year-over-year

-94%

vs. prior year

Primary type

Property

80%

Sales History

Sold 7/2022CA$250k–300k
Sold price

Same street

Top 44%

Same area

Top 38%

City-wide

Bottom 31%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 216 Forrest Avenue, Winnipeg

Property Overview: 216 Forrest Avenue, Winnipeg

Key Characteristics & Appeal

This is a compact, one-storey home in the Jefferson neighbourhood, built in 1960. With 960 sqft of living space and a recently renovated basement, it offers efficient, manageable living. The home sits on a 3,597 sqft lot with a detached garage. Its assessed value positions it as an accessible entry point into the Winnipeg market, notably below the city-wide average for comparable homes.

The primary appeal lies in its balance of updates and practicality within a established community. The renovated basement adds functional space, while the home’s size and lot are proportionate for low-maintenance living. It suits first-time buyers seeking a turn-key starter home without a massive footprint, or downsizers looking for a single-level layout with modernized basics. A thoughtful perspective is its relative modernity within its immediate area—it’s a newer build compared to many neighbouring homes, which may mean fewer concerns over very aged infrastructure.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How does this home’s value compare to the area?
The assessed value is around the average for both Forrest Avenue and the wider Jefferson neighbourhood, but sits significantly below the average for the entire city. This suggests it represents a characteristic, mid-range property for this specific community.

2. What is the significance of the renovated basement?
The basement renovation adds valuable finished living space to the 960 sqft main floor, effectively increasing the home’s usable area. It’s a key modern feature that differentiates it from many homes of a similar vintage.

3. Is the lot size a constraint?
At 3,597 sqft, the lot is slightly below average for Jefferson and more compact compared to the city overall. This translates to less yard maintenance, which could be a benefit for some, but may limit extensive outdoor projects or gardening.

4. What can recent sales on the street tell us?
Nearby sales on Forrest Avenue show homes with similar assessed values but older construction years (1920s) and smaller living areas. This indicates 216 Forrest Ave may offer more modern systems and relatively more interior space for a comparable price point on the same block.

5. Who would this property not suit?
It may not fit buyers seeking a large, expansive yard, those who need substantial above-grade square footage, or investors targeting properties significantly below neighbourhood average values for high-equity margins.

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