218 Yale Avenue E

Kern Park, Winnipeg

45.5

Below average

Overall 45.5

Smaller and older than most nearby homes

774 sqft (bottom 14%)

Built in 1921 (26 yrs older than avg)

Located in a above-average income area

with median household income of ~75k

Transit 80.0

2-min walk to transit with 3 nearby routes

Within 500m: 4 dining spots, 2 schools, 3 parks, and 1 fuel station nearby

Living Area

Below average

26% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Below average

26 yrs older than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 88%Tagalog · 4%

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

45.5 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

28.9Low
Living Area774 sqft22Low
Year Built192120Low
Lot Size4,950 sqft60Fair
Neighbourhood Sales Activity53Fair

Community Score

70.4Good
Household Income75Good
Education Level34Low
Housing Stress93Excellent
Core Housing Need100Excellent
Employment Health68Good

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: #46110838

Community deep dive

$75K

Median household income

$99K

Average household income

12%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.3

Income inequality (Gini)

3.2

P90 / P10 ratio

31%

Single-person households

27%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)566
Labour force participation rate65%
Median age36.8
Avg household size2.4
Unemployment rate10%
Population density2264 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)12%
Single-person households31%
Couple families with children27%
Median household income (2020)$75K

Housing

Renter households28%
Condominium dwellings0%
Median dwelling value (owners)$250K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)10%
Visible minority12%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)19%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 87%
Mother tongue (2nd)Tagalog · 3%

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

Rankings

Living Area

below average
774 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 13%Same areaBottom 14%CitywideBottom 8%
Same street · Yale Avenue E
#287 / 330
Bottom 13% · Avg 1,539 sqft
Same area · Kern Park
#544 / 629
Bottom 14% · Avg 1,047 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#179,771 / 194,458
Bottom 8% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

around average
256k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 19%Same areaBottom 30%CitywideBottom 19%
Same street · Yale Avenue E
#267 / 330
Bottom 19% · Avg 408.8k
Same area · Kern Park
#443 / 629
Bottom 30% · Avg 288.2k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#158,387 / 194,458
Bottom 19% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

around average
1921
0255075100
Same streetBottom 39%Same areaBottom 26%CitywideBottom 13%

Lot Size

above average
4,950 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 43%Same areaTop 21%CitywideBottom 42%

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

218 Yale Avenue E — 13 amenities found within 500 m, across 5 categories, including 4 dining (nearest 254 m), 2 education (nearest 258 m), 3 parks (nearest 127 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining4
🏫Education2
🌳Parks3
Fuel Stations1
Worship3

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 10/2021CA$200k–250k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 35%

Same area

Bottom 41%

City-wide

Bottom 20%

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Highlights & common questions: 218 Yale Avenue E, Winnipeg

Property Overview: 218 Yale Avenue E, Winnipeg

Section 1: Key Characteristics & Appeal

This is a compact, one-storey home in Kern Park, built in 1921. With 774 sqft of living space, it is notably smaller than most area homes, positioning it as a true starter home or a downsizing opportunity. Its assessed value is modest and below the city average, suggesting a lower property tax burden and an accessible entry point into the market.

The primary appeal lies in its generous, above-average lot size for the Kern Park neighbourhood (4,950 sqft). This presents a significant opportunity for expansion, gardening, or outdoor living that is uncommon for homes in this price bracket. The basement exists but is unrenovated, representing both a project and potential for added space.

This property would best suit a practical, value-conscious buyer—perhaps a first-time purchaser comfortable with a cozy footprint, an investor looking for a land-value play, or someone seeking a manageable property with clear potential to add value through a future addition or landscaping. It’s not for those seeking move-in-ready finishes or ample indoor space.

Section 2: Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is the low living area a major drawback?
It depends on your needs. For a single person, couple, or minimalist household, it can be sufficient. The trade-off is the larger lot, which offers outdoor space rarely found with similarly priced homes.

2. What does "below average" assessed value mean for me?
It typically correlates with lower municipal property taxes compared to higher-valued homes in the area. However, it also reflects the home's smaller size and likely need for updates.

3. What can I do with the large lot?
Beyond gardening and recreation, the lot size is a key asset. It provides rare potential for a future home addition, a detached garage, or even subdivision, subject to city zoning and approvals.

4. How significant is the unrenovated basement?
It means the basement is in original or utility condition. It offers storage and mechanical space but would require investment to become finished living area. Consider it a blank canvas with associated costs.

5. The home is over 100 years old. What should I be concerned about?
Standard for Winnipeg, this age necessitates a thorough inspection. Focus on the foundation, plumbing, electrical systems, and insulation. While it has stood for a century, modernizing these core systems is often a priority for comfort and efficiency.

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