153 Leighton Avenue

Kildonan Drive, Winnipeg

Property score

66.5

Good

Overall 66.5 · Older than most nearby homes

1,232 sqft (bottom 49%) · Built in 1920 (31 yrs older than avg)

Located in a high-income area with median household income of ~106k

Transit 74.0 · 3-min walk to transit with 2 nearby routes · Within 500m: 4 dining spots, 4 schools, 5 healthcare facilitys, and 2 shops nearby

Living Area

Near average

10% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Below average

31 yrs older than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 91%French · 1%

Past 10 years Kildonan Drive sales snapshot (~80% of all data)

Sold Count

457

Median price

417.5k

$/sqft

$391/sqft

Avg build year

1951

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Property score

66.5 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

53.1Fair
Living Area1,232 sqft66Good
Year Built192016Low
Lot Size4,990 sqft60Fair
Neighbourhood Sales Activity26Low

Community Score

86.5Excellent
Household Income87Excellent
Education Level82Excellent
Housing Stress83Excellent
Core Housing Need100Excellent
Employment Health83Excellent

Neighbourhood Sales

Kildonan Drive

How to read: Share of sales in each ~$50k price band for “kildonan drive” (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: #46110709

Community deep dive

$106K

Median household income

$118K

Average household income

3%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.2

Income inequality (Gini)

2.6

P90 / P10 ratio

26%

Single-person households

31%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)482
Labour force participation rate72%
Median age42.4
Avg household size2.4
Unemployment rate7%
Population density3012 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)3%
Single-person households26%
Couple families with children31%
Median household income (2020)$106K

Housing

Renter households7%
Condominium dwellings0%
Median dwelling value (owners)$320K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)7%
Visible minority0%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)41%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 90%
Mother tongue (2nd)French · 1%

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

Rankings

Living Area

above average
1,232 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 26%Same areaBottom 49%CitywideTop 47%
Same street · Leighton Avenue
#45 / 175
Top 26% · Avg 1,121 sqft
Same area · Kildonan Drive
#754 / 1,490
Bottom 49% · Avg 1,364 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#91,561 / 194,458
Top 47% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

above average
335k
0255075100
Same streetTop 28%Same areaBottom 31%CitywideBottom 41%
Same street · Leighton Avenue
#49 / 175
Top 28% · Avg 316.5k
Same area · Kildonan Drive
#1,032 / 1,490
Bottom 31% · Avg 386.5k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#115,138 / 194,458
Bottom 41% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

below average
1920
0255075100
Same streetBottom 7%Same areaBottom 5%CitywideBottom 13%

Lot Size

around average
4,990 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 49%Same areaBottom 14%CitywideBottom 43%

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

153 Leighton Avenue — 19 amenities found within 500 m, across 8 categories, including 4 dining (nearest 256 m), 4 education (nearest 268 m), 5 healthcare (nearest 323 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining4
🏫Education4
🏥Healthcare5
🛒Shopping2
🌳Parks1
🏦Finance1
Fuel Stations1
Worship1

Crime & Safety

Kildonan Drive · WPS public data · 2026

Annual incidents

4

2026

vs. city avg

-86%

relative to avg

Year-over-year

-98%

vs. prior year

Primary type

Property

50%

Sales History

Sold 11/2016CA$250k–300k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 35%

Same area

Bottom 21%

City-wide

Bottom 34%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 153 Leighton Avenue, Winnipeg

Property Overview: 153 Leighton Avenue, Winnipeg

Section 1: Key Characteristics & Appeal

This one-and-three-quarter storey home, built in 1920, presents a classic character property with practical space. Its key features include 1,232 square feet of living area, a detached garage, and a full, unrenovated basement on a 4,990 sqft lot. The data reveals a nuanced position: while its living space and assessed value rank above average for its immediate street, the home is notably older than most in the broader Kildonan Drive area and citywide.

The appeal lies in its solid, no-frills foundation. It’s a home that offers more interior space than many on its block, situated on a manageable lot. The unrenovated basement presents a clear opportunity for customization or additional storage. This property would suit a pragmatic buyer—perhaps a first-time homeowner comfortable with a property that has good bones but may require updates over time, or an investor looking for a character home in a stable neighborhood. Its above-average standing on its own street suggests it’s a stronger performer in its micro-location, appealing to those who value established, quieter residential lanes.

Section 2: Frequently Asked Questions

1. What does "above average for the street" really mean for this home?
The data shows that compared to its 175 neighbors on Leighton Avenue, this home has more living area and a higher assessed value than most. This suggests it could be a relatively substantial and valuable property on its specific block, which can be a positive indicator of its standing in the immediate community.

2. The home is noted as being much older than area averages. Should I be concerned?
The year built (1920) places it among the oldest 5-15% of homes in the Kildonan Drive area and citywide. This isn’t inherently a concern but sets clear expectations. Buyers should prioritize a thorough inspection focusing on foundational integrity, plumbing, electrical systems, and insulation, understanding that charm comes with the responsibility of maintaining an older structure.

3. What is the potential of the unrenovated basement?
The basement is described as full and unrenovated. This means it’s likely a blank canvas with existing infrastructure (like plumbing rough-ins) but will require significant investment to finish. It offers flexible space for future expansion, a rental suite (subject to zoning and permits), or ample storage, but these are future costs to factor in.

4. How reliable are the sold price ranges shown?
The listed sold price ranges are based on public data. The site explicitly states that to get the exact historical sold price, you must request it via email, as they manually verify this information. This is a common practice to ensure accuracy, as public records can sometimes be incomplete or generalized.

5. The assessed value seems low. Is that the market value?
No, the assessed value (approximately $33.5k) is for municipal tax purposes and is typically a fraction of the actual market value. The nearby "similar assessed value" properties are only grouped for tax assessment comparison, not as indicators of similar market price or home type. Always rely on a current market evaluation from a real estate professional for true market value.

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