381 Royal Avenue

Jefferson, Winnipeg

Property score

26.6

Below average

Overall 26.6 · Smaller and older than most nearby homes

480 sqft (bottom 1%) · Built in 1937 (11 yrs older than avg)

Located in a average-income area with median household income of ~46.8k

Transit 86.0 · 4-min walk to transit with 4 nearby routes · Within 500m: 2 shops, 5 parks, 1 bank/ATM, and 1 place of worship nearby

Living Area

Below average

53% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Below average

11 yrs older than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 59%Tagalog · 14%

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

26.6 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

15.2Low
Living Area480 sqft5Low
Year Built193722Low
Lot Size3,271 sqft38Low
Neighbourhood Sales Activity42Low

Community Score

43.7Low
Household Income50Fair
Education Level54Fair
Housing Stress12Low
Core Housing Need15Low
Employment Health52Fair

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: #46110013

Community deep dive

$47K

Median household income

$56K

Average household income

28%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.3

Income inequality (Gini)

3.0

P90 / P10 ratio

46%

Single-person households

14%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)692
Labour force participation rate57%
Median age43.2
Avg household size1.9
Unemployment rate10%
Population density9885 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)28%
Single-person households46%
Couple families with children14%
Median household income (2020)$47K

Housing

Renter households93%
Condominium dwellings0%
Median dwelling value (owners)

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)30%
Visible minority35%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)27%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 58%
Mother tongue (2nd)Tagalog · 13%

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

Rankings

Living Area

below average
480 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 1%Same areaBottom 1%CitywideBottom 1%
Same street · Royal Avenue
#195 / 195
Bottom 1% · Avg 1,049 sqft
Same area · Jefferson
#2,748 / 2,763
Bottom 1% · Avg 1,029 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#194,247 / 194,458
Bottom 1% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

below average
167k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 1%Same areaBottom 2%CitywideBottom 5%
Same street · Royal Avenue
#194 / 195
Bottom 1% · Avg 290.1k
Same area · Jefferson
#2,708 / 2,763
Bottom 2% · Avg 282.9k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#185,684 / 194,458
Bottom 5% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

below average
1937
0255075100
Same streetBottom 20%Same areaBottom 20%CitywideBottom 18%

Lot Size

below average
3,271 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 19%Same areaBottom 11%CitywideBottom 16%

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Transit & Walkability

Nearby stops, routes & transit score

Nearby Amenities

Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more

381 Royal Avenue — 10 amenities found within 500 m, across 5 categories, including 2 shopping (nearest 59 m), 5 parks (nearest 128 m).

Search radius
🛒Shopping2
🌳Parks5
🏦Finance1
Worship1
🏛️Government1

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 6/2019CA$100k–150k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 4%

Same area

Bottom 2%

City-wide

Bottom 3%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 381 Royal Avenue, Winnipeg

Property Overview: 381 Royal Avenue, Winnipeg

Section 1: Key Characteristics & Appeal

This one-storey home on a 3,271 sqft lot in Jefferson presents a highly specific opportunity. Its key characteristic is its exceptionally low assessed value ($16,700), which places it in the bottom 5% citywide. The living area is notably compact at 480 sqft, and the home was built in 1937. A positive feature is the renovated basement, and the property includes a detached garage.

The appeal lies squarely in its potential as an entry point into the market or as a strategic investment property. It suits buyers with a clear vision for renovation or expansion, those seeking minimal property tax overhead, or investors looking for a low-cost rental asset. It is not a move-in-ready home for someone seeking space or modern finishes. A thoughtful perspective is that its very low assessment, while reflecting its current state, could provide a cushion against property tax increases even after improvements, and its mature lot offers room for future additions not reflected in the current small footprint.

Section 2: Frequently Asked Questions

1. Why is the assessed value so much lower than nearby homes?
The assessed value reflects the property's current condition, very small living area (480 sqft), and age. It is assessed based on market value for what it is today, not for its potential after renovation.

2. Is this a teardown property?
Not necessarily. The listing notes a renovated basement, indicating some usable infrastructure. However, given the size and age, a buyer should be prepared for significant updates or an expansion to make it a comfortable full-time residence.

3. What are the implications of such a low assessment?
The primary benefit is very low annual property taxes. This can make holding the property during a renovation period more affordable. It's important to note that significant improvements will likely trigger a reassessment and higher taxes in the future.

4. How does the sold price history (e.g., ~$12.5k-$15.5k in 2019) relate to today's value?
That historic sale price is consistent with the low assessment and suggests the property has been valued as a foundational asset for some time. Current value will be influenced by today's market conditions, but it will still be primarily based on its niche as a very low-cost entry.

5. Who would this property not suit?
It would not suit buyers needing immediate, ample living space, those unwilling to undertake renovation projects, or anyone who prioritizes neighborhood comparables in terms of size and value over individual opportunity.

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