205 Amherst Street

King Edward, Winnipeg

Property score

40.4

Below average

Overall 40.4 · Smaller than most nearby homes

792 sqft (bottom 29%) · Built in 1918 (30 yrs older than avg)

Located in a above-average income area with median household income of ~67.5k

Transit 88.0 · 1-min walk to transit with 3 nearby routes · Within 500m: 11 dining spots, 4 schools, 2 shops, and 8 parks nearby

Living Area

Below average

17% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Near average

30 yrs older than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 69%Tagalog · 15%

Past 10 years King Edward sales snapshot (~80% of all data)

Sold Count

1,128

Median price

356.6k

$/sqft

$349/sqft

Avg build year

1948

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Property score

40.4 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

22.7Low
Living Area792 sqft22Low
Year Built191816Low
Lot Size2,348 sqft18Low
Neighbourhood Sales Activity71Good

Community Score

66.9Good
Household Income70Good
Education Level54Fair
Housing Stress52Fair
Core Housing Need76Good
Employment Health83Excellent

Neighbourhood Sales

King Edward

How to read: Share of sales in each ~$50k price band for “king edward” (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: #46110251

Community deep dive

$68K

Median household income

$88K

Average household income

14%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.2

Income inequality (Gini)

3.7

P90 / P10 ratio

37%

Single-person households

19%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)621
Labour force participation rate75%
Median age36.8
Avg household size2.2
Unemployment rate7%
Population density3450 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)14%
Single-person households37%
Couple families with children19%
Median household income (2020)$68K

Housing

Renter households29%
Condominium dwellings0%
Median dwelling value (owners)$248K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)29%
Visible minority45%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)28%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 69%
Mother tongue (2nd)Tagalog · 14%

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

Rankings

Living Area

around average
792 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 48%Same areaBottom 29%CitywideBottom 9%
Same street · Amherst Street
#62 / 129
Top 48% · Avg 869 sqft
Same area · King Edward
#1,698 / 2,385
Bottom 29% · Avg 952 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#177,826 / 194,458
Bottom 9% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

below average
200k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 9%Same areaBottom 25%CitywideBottom 8%
Same street · Amherst Street
#117 / 129
Bottom 9% · Avg 267.7k
Same area · King Edward
#1,797 / 2,385
Bottom 25% · Avg 258.2k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#178,487 / 194,458
Bottom 8% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

around average
1918
0255075100
Same streetBottom 12%Same areaBottom 44%CitywideBottom 12%

Lot Size

below average
2,348 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 3%Same areaBottom 4%CitywideBottom 3%

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

205 Amherst Street — 29 amenities found within 500 m, across 6 categories, including 11 dining (nearest 53 m), 4 education (nearest 141 m), 2 shopping (nearest 70 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining11
🏫Education4
🛒Shopping2
🌳Parks8
Fuel Stations2
Worship2

Crime & Safety

King Edward · WPS public data · 2026

Annual incidents

32

2026

vs. city avg

+8%

relative to avg

Year-over-year

-92%

vs. prior year

Primary type

Property

47%

Sales History

Sold 9/2024CA$150k–200k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 10%

Same area

Bottom 27%

City-wide

Bottom 10%
Sold 6/2016CA$150k–200k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 5%

Same area

Bottom 18%

City-wide

Bottom 7%

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Highlights & common questions: 205 Amherst Street, Winnipeg

Property Overview

205 Amherst Street is a compact, one-storey home built in 1918, situated on a modest lot in Winnipeg's King Edward neighbourhood. Its primary appeal lies in its position as an accessible entry point into the market, offering a lower assessed value than most homes in the city. The house presents a straightforward, no-frills opportunity: it has a functional basement and basic living space, but no garage or pool. Its recent sale history suggests it is priced for buyers seeking utility and location over size or modern finishes.

This property would suit a first-time buyer, an investor looking for a rental property, or someone seeking a minimalist footprint. It’s for those comfortable with a home that is older and smaller than average for the area, and who see potential in its foundational value rather than immediate move-in readiness. A thoughtful perspective is that its smaller lot and living area translate to lower maintenance costs and taxes, which can be a significant long-term advantage for budget-conscious owners.


Frequently Asked Questions

1. Why is the assessed value so much lower than the city-wide average?
The assessed value reflects the home's smaller size (792 sq ft), older age, and the characteristics of the immediate area. It indicates a property that is more modest in scale and condition compared to the typical Winnipeg home.

2. What does the ranking data mean for "Living Area" and "Land Area"?
The data shows this home is smaller than most. Its living space is around the middle of the pack for its own street, but its lot size is in the bottom tier compared to neighbours, the King Edward area, and the city overall. This highlights its compact nature.

3. The home sold recently in 2024 and 2016. What does that indicate?
The recent sale activity suggests it is a property that turns over periodically, often a sign of a home used as a starter property or a long-term rental. The sold price ranges are consistent with a lower-valued asset in the market.

4. Is the basement finished?
No. The listing specifies the basement exists but is "not renovated," meaning it is in a functional, likely unfinished state.

5. Who would this home not be suitable for?
It would not suit buyers looking for move-in-ready condition, modern amenities, generous space, or a large yard. Families needing multiple bedrooms or those wanting a property with high-end finishes would likely find it too limited.

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