259 Amherst Street

King Edward, Winnipeg

Property score

42.6

Below average

Overall 42.6 · Smaller than most nearby homes

656 sqft (bottom 6%) · Built in 1941 (7 yrs older than avg)

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

Transit 80.0 · 4-min walk to transit with 3 nearby routes · Within 500m: 10 dining spots, 4 schools, 3 shops, and 9 parks nearby

Living Area

Below average

31% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Near average

7 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

42.6 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

26.4Low
Living Area656 sqft15Low
Year Built194124Low
Lot Size4,697 sqft60Fair
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

below average
656 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 7%Same areaBottom 6%CitywideBottom 2%
Same street · Amherst Street
#120 / 129
Bottom 7% · Avg 869 sqft
Same area · King Edward
#2,234 / 2,385
Bottom 6% · Avg 952 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#190,754 / 194,458
Bottom 2% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

around average
255k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 36%Same areaTop 49%CitywideBottom 18%
Same street · Amherst Street
#83 / 129
Bottom 36% · Avg 267.7k
Same area · King Edward
#1,162 / 2,385
Top 49% · Avg 258.2k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#158,837 / 194,458
Bottom 18% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

around average
1941
0255075100
Same streetTop 47%Same areaTop 50%CitywideBottom 20%

Lot Size

above average
4,697 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 35%Same areaTop 25%CitywideBottom 37%

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Transit & Walkability

Nearby stops, routes & transit score

Nearby Amenities

Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more

259 Amherst Street — 30 amenities found within 500 m, across 6 categories, including 10 dining (nearest 238 m), 4 education (nearest 340 m), 3 shopping (nearest 244 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining10
🏫Education4
🛒Shopping3
🌳Parks9
Fuel Stations1
Worship3

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 2/2019CA$200k–250k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 11%

Same area

Bottom 29%

City-wide

Bottom 11%

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Highlights & common questions: 259 Amherst Street, Winnipeg

Property Overview & Key Characteristics

This one-storey home at 259 Amherst Street is a compact, no-frills property that presents a clear value proposition. Its key appeal lies in being an affordable entry point into Winnipeg's King Edward neighbourhood. With 656 sqft of living space, the house is significantly smaller than average for the city, but it sits on a decent-sized lot of nearly 4,700 sqft, which is above average for the immediate area. The home features a renovated basement and a detached garage.

Its primary suit is for practical, budget-conscious buyers. This includes first-time homebuyers seeking minimal upkeep, investors looking for a straightforward rental property, or downsizers who value a small interior footprint but appreciate the potential outdoor space. The home’s assessed value is modest and in line with the local area, suggesting lower property taxes. A thoughtful perspective is that the generous lot size relative to the house offers a rare opportunity in the neighbourhood for expansion, a garden, or simply more private outdoor space—a potential that isn't reflected in the current living area.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is this a small house?
Yes, at 656 sqft, the living area is well below the Winnipeg average. It’s a compact, efficient layout suited for one or two people.

2. What is the real advantage of the lot size?
The lot is nearly 4,700 sqft, which is larger than many in King Edward. This provides more yard space than typical and could be a long-term asset for gardening, adding a deck, or future expansion, subject to permits.

3. How does the assessed value affect property taxes?
With an assessed value around $25,500, which is average for King Edward but below the city average, the property likely carries relatively low municipal property taxes compared to many Winnipeg homes.

4. What should I know about the neighbourhood context?
The home is very typical for its specific street and the broader King Edward area in terms of age, value, and lot size. It’s not a standout, but a solidly average property within that established, older community.

5. Where can I find the exact historical sale price?
The listed sale history shows an estimated range. The exact sold price from February 2019 is available by request via email from the listing service, which they provide manually without using your email for marketing.

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