401 Kensington Street

Kensington, Winnipeg

Property score

51.1

Fair

Overall 51.1 · Newer than most nearby homes

874 sqft (bottom 46%) · Built in 2010 (66 yrs newer than avg)

Located in a above-average income area with median household income of ~74.5k

Transit 86.0 · 5-min walk to transit with 4 nearby routes · Within 500m: 9 dining spots, 2 schools, 1 healthcare facility, and 4 shops nearby

Living Area

Near average

4% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Above average

66 yrs newer than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 69%Tagalog · 13%

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

Sold Count

54

Median price

250.3k

$/sqft

$267/sqft

Avg build year

1944

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Property score

51.1 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

42.0Low
Living Area874 sqft32Low
Year Built201090Excellent
Lot Size2,495 sqft18Low
Neighbourhood Sales Activity42Low

Community Score

64.8Fair
Household Income74Good
Education Level34Low
Housing Stress74Good
Core Housing Need76Good
Employment Health60Fair

Neighbourhood Sales

Kensington

How to read: Share of sales in each ~$50k price band for “kensington” (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: #46110246

Community deep dive

$75K

Median household income

$85K

Average household income

13%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.2

Income inequality (Gini)

2.9

P90 / P10 ratio

28%

Single-person households

21%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)590
Labour force participation rate68%
Median age34.0
Avg household size2.6
Unemployment rate13%
Population density2681 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)13%
Single-person households28%
Couple families with children21%
Median household income (2020)$75K

Housing

Renter households24%
Condominium dwellings0%
Median dwelling value (owners)$250K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)24%
Visible minority35%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)16%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 69%
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

around average
874 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 43%Same areaBottom 46%CitywideBottom 14%
Same street · Kensington Street
#30 / 69
Top 43% · Avg 875 sqft
Same area · Kensington
#68 / 127
Bottom 46% · Avg 914 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#166,856 / 194,458
Bottom 14% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

above average
311k
0255075100
Same streetTop 12%Same areaTop 8%CitywideBottom 33%
Same street · Kensington Street
#8 / 69
Top 12% · Avg 229.8k
Same area · Kensington
#10 / 127
Top 8% · Avg 222.4k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#131,157 / 194,458
Bottom 33% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

above average
2010
0255075100
Same streetTop 9%Same areaTop 6%CitywideTop 11%

Lot Size

below average
2,495 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 3%Same areaBottom 2%CitywideBottom 4%

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Transit & Walkability

Nearby stops, routes & transit score

Nearby Amenities

Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more

401 Kensington Street — 27 amenities found within 500 m, across 7 categories, including 9 dining (nearest 339 m), 2 education (nearest 297 m), 1 healthcare (nearest 449 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining9
🏫Education2
🏥Healthcare1
🛒Shopping4
🌳Parks5
🏦Finance2
Fuel Stations4

Crime & Safety

Kensington · WPS public data · 2026

Annual incidents

6

2026

vs. city avg

-80%

relative to avg

Year-over-year

-95%

vs. prior year

Primary type

Property

83%

Sales History

Sold 4/2021CA$300k–350k
Sold price

Same street

Top 21%

Same area

Top 13%

City-wide

Bottom 39%
Sold 5/2017CA$200k–250k
Sold price

Same street

Top 43%

Same area

Top 30%

City-wide

Bottom 20%

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Highlights & common questions: 401 Kensington Street, Winnipeg

Property Overview: 401 Kensington Street, Winnipeg

Key Characteristics & Appeal

This is a compact, modern one-storey home built in 2010, offering a low-maintenance lifestyle. With 874 sqft of living space and a renovated basement, it provides efficient and updated living quarters. Its standout feature is its exceptionally low property tax burden, as indicated by an assessed value significantly below area averages ($31,100 vs. a local average of ~$230,000). This creates a rare value proposition: a relatively new home with very predictable and manageable annual costs.

The appeal lies in this financial efficiency paired with a modern build. It suits first-time buyers seeking an affordable entry into the market without the worries of an older home, or downsizers looking to simplify their living arrangements and lock in low property taxes. A less obvious perspective is its potential appeal to an investor or buyer who prioritizes cash flow and cost certainty over square footage, as the low taxes improve long-term holding affordability. It’s important to note the lot is smaller than most in the area, which translates to less yard upkeep but also less private outdoor space.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Why is the assessed value so much lower than nearby homes?
While the exact municipal assessment formula isn't public, it consistently values this property far below others on the same street. This results in substantially lower property taxes, which is a key financial advantage for the owner.

2. Is the house unusually small?
At 874 sqft, it is slightly below the city-wide average but is typical for the immediate Kensington area. It represents a more compact, efficient use of space rather than an outlier.

3. What does "renovated basement" include?
The listing confirms the basement is renovated but does not specify the finishes or layout. This would be a key point to clarify with the seller or agent to understand if it’s a finished living space, a recreational room, or simply updated utilities.

4. How does the lack of a garage affect parking?
The property has no garage. Buyers should investigate on-street parking permits, restrictions on Kensington Street, and the practical availability of parking space, especially during Winnipeg winters.

5. The sold price history shows a range. What did it actually sell for?
The public data provides an estimated range. To obtain the exact sale price from 2021 or 2017, you must request it directly from SaveOnHouse via the email button provided in the listing details.

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