401 Victoria Avenue E

Kern Park, Winnipeg

Property score

39.3

Below average

Overall 39.3 · Smaller than most nearby homes

528 sqft (bottom 1%) · Built in 1940 (7 yrs older than avg)

Located in a above-average income area with median household income of ~77k

Transit 74.0 · 3-min walk to transit with 2 nearby routes · Within 500m: 3 dining spots, 2 schools, 4 parks, and 2 place of worships nearby

Living Area

Below average

50% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Below average

7 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

39.3 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

19.2Low
Living Area528 sqft8Low
Year Built194024Low
Lot Size3,800 sqft46Low
Neighbourhood Sales Activity53Fair

Community Score

69.5Good
Household Income75Good
Education Level22Low
Housing Stress93Excellent
Core Housing Need100Excellent
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: #46110837

Community deep dive

$77K

Median household income

$88K

Average household income

13%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.2

Income inequality (Gini)

3.1

P90 / P10 ratio

30%

Single-person households

22%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)407
Labour force participation rate75%
Median age36.4
Avg household size2.3
Unemployment rate5%
Population density3700 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)13%
Single-person households30%
Couple families with children22%
Median household income (2020)$77K

Housing

Renter households13%
Condominium dwellings5%
Median dwelling value (owners)$230K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)3%
Visible minority11%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)13%
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
528 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 1%Same areaBottom 1%CitywideBottom 1%
Same street · Victoria Avenue E
#409 / 410
Bottom 1% · Avg 1,381 sqft
Same area · Kern Park
#626 / 629
Bottom 1% · Avg 1,047 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#193,958 / 194,458
Bottom 1% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

below average
189k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 4%Same areaBottom 5%CitywideBottom 7%
Same street · Victoria Avenue E
#394 / 410
Bottom 4% · Avg 447.8k
Same area · Kern Park
#600 / 629
Bottom 5% · Avg 288.2k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#181,236 / 194,458
Bottom 7% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

around average
1940
0255075100
Same streetBottom 29%Same areaBottom 36%CitywideBottom 19%

Lot Size

around average
3,800 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 28%Same areaBottom 38%CitywideBottom 23%

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Transit & Walkability

Nearby stops, routes & transit score

Nearby Amenities

Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more

401 Victoria Avenue E — 11 amenities found within 500 m, across 4 categories, including 3 dining (nearest 474 m), 2 education (nearest 447 m), 4 parks (nearest 233 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining3
🏫Education2
🌳Parks4
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 8/2016CA$150k–200k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 5%

Same area

Bottom 5%

City-wide

Bottom 5%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 401 Victoria Avenue E, Winnipeg

Property Overview: 401 Victoria Avenue E, Winnipeg

Section 1: Key Characteristics & Appeal

This is a compact, one-storey home in Winnipeg's Kern Park neighborhood, built in 1940. Its key characteristic is its exceptionally modest scale, with a living area of just 528 sqft, placing it among the smallest homes in the city. The property includes a detached garage and a basement that is noted as being unrenovated. The lot size is 3,800 sqft, which is smaller than many in the immediate area but offers potential outdoor space relative to the home's footprint.

The appeal lies primarily in its position as one of the most accessible entry points into homeownership in Winnipeg, underscored by a very low assessed value. It suits a specific type of buyer: those seeking absolute minimalism, investors looking for a straightforward rental property, or handy individuals viewing it as a blank-slate project. A less obvious perspective is its potential for someone seeking to minimize living costs and footprint intentionally, where the small size is a feature, not a drawback. It’s a property defined by practicality and potential rather than immediate move-in readiness.

Section 2: Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is the home livable in its current state?
While the home has functioning essentials, the unrenovated basement and the overall age suggest it likely needs updates and cosmetic improvements. It should be considered a candidate for renovation.

2. Why is the assessed value so much lower than the citywide average?
The assessed value reflects the home's very small size, its age, and the condition of its finishes and systems compared to the broader market. It is priced for its land value and basic structure.

3. What are the main considerations for expanding or renovating this home?
Given the small existing footprint, any significant expansion would require a review of zoning bylaws. The unrenovated basement presents the most immediate opportunity to add functional living space.

4. How does the lot size compare, and what can be done with the yard?
At 3,800 sqft, the lot is smaller than many on the street but is still a substantial outdoor area for a home of this size. It offers good potential for gardening, landscaping, or adding a patio or deck to extend living space.

5. What is the neighborhood like, and what are the comparable homes?
Kern Park is an established neighborhood with homes primarily from the mid-20th century. Comparable homes in value are typically very modest in size or condition, but the area also includes larger, renovated properties, indicating a mix of long-term residents and ongoing renewal.

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