131 Whittier Avenue E

Kern Park, Winnipeg

Property score

59.4

Fair

Overall 59.4 · Larger but older than most nearby homes

1,303 sqft (top 14%) · Built in 1912 (35 yrs older than avg)

Located in a above-average income area with median household income of ~69.5k

Transit 74.0 · 3-min walk to transit with 2 nearby routes · Within 500m: 2 schools, 5 parks, 1 sports facility, and 2 place of worships nearby

Living Area

Above average

24% larger than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Below average

35 yrs older than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 80%Tagalog · 7%

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

Sold Count

243

Median price

294.5k

$/sqft

$314/sqft

Avg build year

1947

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Property score

59.4 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

56.4Fair
Living Area1,303 sqft71Good
Year Built191216Low
Lot Size4,000 sqft53Fair
Neighbourhood Sales Activity53Fair

Community Score

64.0Fair
Household Income70Good
Education Level34Low
Housing Stress63Fair
Core Housing Need76Good
Employment Health83Excellent

Neighbourhood Sales

Kern Park

How to read: Share of sales in each ~$50k price band for “kern park” (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: #46110842

Community deep dive

$70K

Median household income

$73K

Average household income

14%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.2

Income inequality (Gini)

3.2

P90 / P10 ratio

29%

Single-person households

24%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)416
Labour force participation rate77%
Median age35.2
Avg household size2.3
Unemployment rate10%
Population density2971 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)14%
Single-person households29%
Couple families with children24%
Median household income (2020)$70K

Housing

Renter households47%
Condominium dwellings10%
Median dwelling value (owners)$278K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)25%
Visible minority25%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)18%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 79%
Mother tongue (2nd)Tagalog · 7%

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

Rankings

Living Area

above average
1,303 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 6%Same areaTop 14%CitywideTop 41%
Same street · Whittier Avenue E
#11 / 173
Top 6% · Avg 992 sqft
Same area · Kern Park
#89 / 629
Top 14% · Avg 1,047 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#80,581 / 194,458
Top 41% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

below average
227k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 12%Same areaBottom 17%CitywideBottom 13%
Same street · Whittier Avenue E
#152 / 173
Bottom 12% · Avg 283.7k
Same area · Kern Park
#520 / 629
Bottom 17% · Avg 288.2k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#170,146 / 194,458
Bottom 13% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

below average
1912
0255075100
Same streetBottom 11%Same areaBottom 10%CitywideBottom 8%

Lot Size

around average
4,000 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 46%Same areaBottom 49%CitywideBottom 26%

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Transit & Walkability

Nearby stops, routes & transit score

Nearby Amenities

Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more

131 Whittier Avenue E — 10 amenities found within 500 m, across 4 categories, including 2 education (nearest 195 m), 5 parks (nearest 184 m).

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🏫Education2
🌳Parks5
💪Sports1
Worship2

Crime & Safety

Kern Park · WPS public data · 2026

Annual incidents

1

2026

vs. city avg

-97%

relative to avg

Year-over-year

-99%

vs. prior year

Primary type

Violent

100%

Sales History

Sold 8/2024CA$250k–300k
Sold price

Same street

Top 33%

Same area

Top 37%

City-wide

Bottom 31%
Sold 8/2021CA$200k–250k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 23%

Same area

Bottom 22%

City-wide

Bottom 12%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 131 Whittier Avenue E, Winnipeg

Property Overview: 131 Whittier Avenue E, Kern Park, Winnipeg

Section 1: Key Characteristics & Appeal

This one-and-three-quarter storey home, built in 1912, presents a classic character property with clear potential. Its primary appeal lies in its above-average living space for the immediate area. At 1,303 square feet, it offers more room than most comparable homes on its street and in the Kern Park neighbourhood, providing a tangible value in terms of usable space. The lot is a standard city size for the area, and the home features a basement, though it is noted as not being renovated.

The property suits a specific type of buyer: those who are value-conscious and see opportunity in a solid, older home that needs updating. It’s a strong candidate for a hands-on buyer looking to build equity through gradual renovations, or an investor seeking a rental property with a lower entry point in a stable neighbourhood. The recent sale history suggests a market that recognizes its underlying value, despite the older building age and lower assessed value compared to city-wide averages. A less obvious perspective is that its "below average" assessed value, while a sign of needed updates, also translates to potentially lower property taxes—a practical, ongoing financial benefit for the new owner.

Section 2: Frequently Asked Questions

1. Why is the assessed value significantly lower than the city-wide average?
The assessed value reflects the property's age (1912) and condition, particularly the unrenovated basement. It is assessed in line with older, character homes in its specific local market rather than against newer or fully renovated homes across Winnipeg.

2. What does "one-and-three-quarter storey" mean for the layout?
This style typically features a main floor and a second floor where the ceilings slope with the roofline, often creating cozy bedrooms with unique character. The total living area of 1,303 sq ft is efficiently distributed across these floors.

3. How does the living area compare practically to nearby homes?
The home ranks in the top 6% on its street for living area, meaning it offers more interior space than 94% of its direct neighbours. This is a key advantage, providing more room for a family or for creating distinct living zones.

4. What are the implications of an unrenovated basement?
The basement has functional utility but requires modernization. This presents both a cost consideration and an opportunity to customize the space to suit new needs, such as creating a laundry room, workshop, or additional storage, without the cost of undoing a recent renovation.

5. Is the recent sale price history a reliable indicator of current value?
The posted sale price ranges show activity in 2021 and 2024, indicating a property that has attracted buyer interest in recent markets. However, as with any historical data, it should be used as a reference point alongside a current professional appraisal and market analysis to determine today's value.

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