228 Forrest Avenue

Jefferson, Winnipeg

Property score

43.6

Below average

Overall 43.6 · Older than most nearby homes

887 sqft (bottom 34%) · Built in 1915 (33 yrs older than avg)

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

Transit 94.0 · 2-min walk to transit with 4 nearby routes · Within 500m: 3 dining spots, 1 school, 2 shops, and 6 parks nearby

Living Area

Below average

14% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Below average

33 yrs older 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

43.6 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

31.4Low
Living Area887 sqft32Low
Year Built191516Low
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
887 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 36%Same areaBottom 34%CitywideBottom 15%
Same street · Forrest Avenue
#67 / 105
Bottom 36% · Avg 1,013 sqft
Same area · Jefferson
#1,828 / 2,763
Bottom 34% · Avg 1,029 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#164,901 / 194,458
Bottom 15% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

below average
188k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 12%Same areaBottom 5%CitywideBottom 7%
Same street · Forrest Avenue
#92 / 105
Bottom 12% · Avg 270.2k
Same area · Jefferson
#2,620 / 2,763
Bottom 5% · Avg 282.9k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#181,451 / 194,458
Bottom 7% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

below average
1915
0255075100
Same streetBottom 17%Same areaBottom 7%CitywideBottom 11%

Lot Size

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

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

228 Forrest Avenue — 13 amenities found within 500 m, across 5 categories, including 3 dining (nearest 178 m), 1 education (nearest 111 m), 2 shopping (nearest 182 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining3
🏫Education1
🛒Shopping2
🌳Parks6
🏦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 8/2021CA$200k–250k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 31%

Same area

Bottom 20%

City-wide

Bottom 12%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 228 Forrest Avenue, Winnipeg

Property Overview: 228 Forrest Avenue, Winnipeg

Key Characteristics & Appeal

This is a compact, one-storey home built in 1915, offering a straightforward living space of 887 square feet on a 3,597 sqft lot. Its key characteristics include a detached garage and an unrenovated basement. The home’s assessed value is notably below average for the city, the Jefferson area, and even its own street.

The primary appeal lies in its position as an accessible entry point into the Winnipeg market. It represents a classic "value play"—a property where the price point is the main feature, offering room for equity growth through updates over time. It suits practical, budget-conscious buyers such as first-time homeowners willing to tackle gradual improvements, or investors looking for a rental property with a lower initial investment. The lot size is fairly typical for the immediate street, suggesting the potential isn't in the land size but in the affordability of the existing structure. A thoughtful perspective is that this home may appeal to those who prioritize low property taxes and a manageable footprint over modern finishes or larger square footage.


Frequently Asked Questions

1. Why is the assessed value so much lower than nearby averages?
The assessed value is significantly below averages for the street, neighborhood, and city. This typically reflects the home's age, smaller size, and condition (including the unrenovated basement) compared to other properties.

2. What does "Top X%" in the rankings mean?
It indicates the property's position relative to comparable homes. For example, "Top 88%" for assessed value on its street means its value is higher than only 12% of peers, placing it in the lower tier. This is a quick way to gauge how it stacks up in specific metrics.

3. When was it last sold and for approximately how much?
Based on available data, the property was last sold in August 2021 for an estimated range of $185,000 to $215,000.

4. What are the implications of an unrenovated basement?
An unrenovated basement means the space is in its original or utility state. It offers functional space for storage or mechanical systems but would require significant investment to finish as living space. It also presents a clear opportunity for a future owner to add value.

5. How does the living area compare to nearby homes?
At 887 sqft, the living area is slightly below the average for Forrest Avenue and the Jefferson area, but significantly smaller than the Winnipeg city-wide average. This confirms it's a more compact home, which is a factor in its pricing.

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