Property score
52.7
Fair
Overall 52.7 · Smaller but newer than most nearby homes
805 sqft (bottom 19%) · Built in 1962 (15 yrs newer than avg)
Located in a above-average income area with median household income of ~87k
Transit 74.0 · 4-min walk to transit with 2 nearby routes · Within 500m: 1 school, 3 parks, and 1 place of worship nearby
Living Area
Below average
23% smaller than neighborhood avg.
Year Built
Above average
15 yrs newer than neighborhood avg.
Mother tongue
English · 80%French · 5%
Past 10 years Kern Park sales snapshot (~80% of all data)
243
294.5k
$314/sqft
1947
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52.7 is composed by the two sections below.
Property Score
Community Score
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.
Sales-to-New-Listings
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
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.
Dissemination area (DA) — Statistics Canada 2021 Census · Area: #46110853
$87K
Median household income
$100K
Average household income
6%
Low income (LIM-AT)
0.2
Income inequality (Gini)
2.8
P90 / P10 ratio
25%
Single-person households
25%
Families with children
Figures are for the census dissemination area containing this listing location; sources and margins may apply per Statistics Canada.
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Bar: fill length ≈ share of peers you outperform. Fill color reflects tier (red / blue / amber / gray). “Avg” is a rough median benchmark for comparable homes in that scope.
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Nearby stops, routes & transit score
Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more
527 Yale Avenue E — 5 amenities found within 500 m, across 3 categories, including 1 education (nearest 169 m), 3 parks (nearest 291 m).
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%
Same street
Same area
City-wide
| Metric | Same street | Same area | City-wide |
|---|---|---|---|
Sold price | Top 31% | Top 12% | Bottom 48% |
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Address · Year Built · Living Area
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Address · Tax-Assessed Value
Property Overview
527 Yale Avenue E is a compact, one-storey home in Winnipeg's Kern Park neighbourhood. Built in 1962, it sits on a standard 4,300 sqft lot with a detached garage. The home's 805 sqft living area is notably smaller than most comparable properties in the area and citywide. However, its assessed value is in line with neighbourhood averages, suggesting the value may lie in its updated features—specifically a renovated basement—or its land. This is a practical, no-frills property that has traded hands relatively recently.
Key Characteristics & Appeal
The primary appeal of this home is its efficiency and recent updates. Its significantly smaller-than-average size translates to lower maintenance, utility costs, and a manageable footprint, which is a distinct advantage for the right buyer. The renovated basement adds valuable finished living space, effectively increasing the usable area beyond the main floor square footage. The 1962 build date is newer than most homes on its street and in Kern Park, potentially meaning fewer concerns with aging infrastructure found in much older builds.
This property would suit first-time buyers seeking an affordable entry into homeownership, downsizers looking to simplify without leaving the neighbourhood, or practical investors searching for a straightforward rental property. Its value proposition is rooted in function and upkeep rather than size or prestige.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Is the home's small living area a drawback?
It depends on your needs. For individuals, couples, or those seeking minimal upkeep, the size is an efficient advantage. For families needing defined spaces, it may feel compact. The renovated basement is a key factor in mitigating the overall sense of limited space.
2. How does the recent sale (October 2024) affect the current value?
The very recent resale indicates the property is in market-ready condition and provides a clear, contemporary benchmark for its value, reducing guesswork compared to homes that haven't traded in many years.
3. What does "assessed value around average" mean when the house is smaller?
The assessment considers more than just size. The average assessment for the area, combined with the home's recent sale price, suggests factors like the renovated basement, the newer construction date (for the area), and the standard lot are supporting its value relative to larger, potentially older or unrenovated neighbours.
4. What is the neighbourhood (Kern Park) like?
Kern Park is an established, central neighbourhood. The data shows homes here typically have smaller lot and living areas compared to the city-wide average, indicating a more compact, community-focused character rather than a sprawling suburban feel.
5. Why is the year built considered "above average" for the area?
Many homes in Kern Park and on Yale Avenue E were built in the 1930s and 1940s. A 1962 build date is significantly newer in this context, which can be a positive for systems, layout, and overall condition relative to the local housing stock.
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