520 Whittier Avenue E

Kern Park, Winnipeg

Property score

61.4

Fair

Overall 61.4 · Compared with neighbourhood average

1,003 sqft (top 46%) · Built in 1958 (11 yrs newer than avg)

Located in a above-average income area with median household income of ~87k

Transit 74.0 · 3-min walk to transit with 2 nearby routes · Within 500m: 2 schools, 1 shop, 7 parks, and 1 place of worship nearby

Living Area

Near average

4% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Near average

11 yrs newer than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 82%French · 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

61.4 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

51.5Fair
Living Area1,003 sqft52Fair
Year Built195843Low
Lot Size4,500 sqft60Fair
Neighbourhood Sales Activity53Fair

Community Score

76.2Good
Household Income79Good
Education Level44Low
Housing Stress83Excellent
Core Housing Need100Excellent
Employment Health96Excellent

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: #46110839

Community deep dive

$87K

Median household income

$89K

Average household income

4%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.2

Income inequality (Gini)

2.7

P90 / P10 ratio

25%

Single-person households

28%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)397
Labour force participation rate79%
Median age38.4
Avg household size2.5
Unemployment rate0%
Population density3308 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)4%
Single-person households25%
Couple families with children28%
Median household income (2020)$87K

Housing

Renter households6%
Condominium dwellings0%
Median dwelling value (owners)$276K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)11%
Visible minority18%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)24%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 82%
Mother tongue (2nd)French · 3%

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

Rankings

Living Area

around average
1,003 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 42%Same areaTop 46%CitywideBottom 26%
Same street · Whittier Avenue E
#72 / 173
Top 42% · Avg 992 sqft
Same area · Kern Park
#292 / 629
Top 46% · Avg 1,047 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#143,181 / 194,458
Bottom 26% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

above average
340k
0255075100
Same streetTop 6%Same areaTop 15%CitywideBottom 43%
Same street · Whittier Avenue E
#11 / 173
Top 6% · Avg 283.7k
Same area · Kern Park
#92 / 629
Top 15% · Avg 288.2k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#111,544 / 194,458
Bottom 43% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

above average
1958
0255075100
Same streetTop 16%Same areaTop 33%CitywideBottom 39%

Lot Size

above average
4,500 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 25%Same areaTop 30%CitywideBottom 34%

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

520 Whittier Avenue E — 11 amenities found within 500 m, across 4 categories, including 2 education (nearest 190 m), 1 shopping (nearest 440 m), 7 parks (nearest 157 m).

Search radius
🏫Education2
🛒Shopping1
🌳Parks7
Worship1

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 7/2021CA$350k–400k
Sold price

Same street

Top 6%

Same area

Top 4%

City-wide

Top 41%

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Highlights & common questions: 520 Whittier Avenue E, Winnipeg

Property Overview: 520 Whittier Avenue E, Winnipeg

Section 1: Key Characteristics & Appeal

This well-situated one-storey home in Kern Park presents a compelling blend of established neighborhood character and solid value. Built in 1958, the 1,003 sqft house sits on a notably spacious 4,500 sqft lot for the area, offering above-average outdoor space. A key feature is the renovated basement, adding functional living area. The home's assessed value of $340k stands out as significantly above average for both its immediate street and the broader Kern Park area, suggesting it is a higher-caliber property within its local market.

The appeal lies in its position as a premium offering on its block. Buyers get a move-in-ready base with a modernized lower level, plus the relative rarity of a larger lot in a mature neighborhood. It would suit downsizers or first-time buyers seeking a manageable single-level layout without compromising on lot size, or value-focused investors looking for a stable property in a consistent area. A thoughtful perspective is that while its living space is modest citywide, its strong local assessment and recent sale history indicate it's a "big fish in a small pond"—a property that likely offers more pride of ownership and investment security on its street than a comparable house might in a different, more expensive district.

Section 2: Frequently Asked Questions

1. How does the assessed value compare to the recent sale price?
The home sold in July 2021 for between $355,000 and $385,000. Its current assessed value of $340,000 is in line with that sale, indicating stable market value.

2. Is the lot size a significant advantage?
Yes. At 4,500 sqft, the lot ranks in the top 25-30% for Whittier Avenue E and Kern Park, providing more private outdoor space than many neighboring properties.

3. What does "above average" assessed value for the street mean?
It means this home is officially valued higher than 94% of the 173 comparable properties on Whittier Avenue E. This often reflects better condition, updates, or desirable lot features relative to its immediate neighbors.

4. Who might this home not suit?
Buyers seeking a very large interior footprint or a brand-new build may find it compact. Its layout is typical of its era, so those preferring open-concept living should verify the floor plan.

5. How does the renovated basement affect the living space?
While the main living area is 1,003 sqft, the renovated basement adds significant functional space. This increases the home's utility without increasing its official above-grade square footage, which can be an efficient use of the property.

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