491 Rathgar Avenue

Lord Roberts, Winnipeg

Property score

44.1

Below average

Overall 44.1 · Smaller than most nearby homes

704 sqft (bottom 10%) · Built in 1919 (14 yrs older than avg)

Located in a above-average income area with median household income of ~73.5k

Transit 80.0 · 3-min walk to transit with 3 nearby routes · Within 500m: 14 dining spots, 1 school, 3 healthcare facilitys, and 2 shops nearby

Living Area

Below average

34% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Near average

14 yrs older than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 82%French · 3%

Past 10 years Lord Roberts sales snapshot (~80% of all data)

Sold Count

770

Median price

290k

$/sqft

$288/sqft

Avg build year

1933

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Property score

44.1 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

23.1Low
Living Area704 sqft22Low
Year Built191916Low
Lot Size2,206 sqft18Low
Neighbourhood Sales Activity80Good

Community Score

75.7Good
Household Income74Good
Education Level63Fair
Housing Stress83Excellent
Core Housing Need88Excellent
Employment Health90Excellent

Neighbourhood Sales

Lord Roberts

How to read: Share of sales in each ~$50k price band for “lord roberts” (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: #46110460

Community deep dive

$74K

Median household income

$86K

Average household income

8%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.2

Income inequality (Gini)

3.0

P90 / P10 ratio

34%

Single-person households

20%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)372
Labour force participation rate79%
Median age31.6
Avg household size2.1
Unemployment rate7%
Population density4650 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)8%
Single-person households34%
Couple families with children20%
Median household income (2020)$74K

Housing

Renter households43%
Condominium dwellings0%
Median dwelling value (owners)$250K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)21%
Visible minority23%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)33%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 82%
Mother tongue (2nd)French · 2%

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

Rankings

Living Area

below average
704 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 14%Same areaBottom 10%CitywideBottom 4%
Same street · Rathgar Avenue
#139 / 161
Bottom 14% · Avg 1,011 sqft
Same area · Lord Roberts
#1,651 / 1,828
Bottom 10% · Avg 1,071 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#186,514 / 194,458
Bottom 4% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

around average
247k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 47%Same areaBottom 39%CitywideBottom 16%
Same street · Rathgar Avenue
#86 / 161
Bottom 47% · Avg 271.6k
Same area · Lord Roberts
#1,110 / 1,828
Bottom 39% · Avg 286.7k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#162,409 / 194,458
Bottom 16% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

around average
1919
0255075100
Same streetTop 39%Same areaTop 45%CitywideBottom 12%

Lot Size

around average
2,206 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 30%Same areaBottom 14%CitywideBottom 1%

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Transit & Walkability

Nearby stops, routes & transit score

Nearby Amenities

Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more

491 Rathgar Avenue — 31 amenities found within 500 m, across 8 categories, including 14 dining (nearest 140 m), 1 education (nearest 197 m), 3 healthcare (nearest 116 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining14
🏫Education1
🏥Healthcare3
🛒Shopping2
🌳Parks2
💪Sports2
Fuel Stations1
Worship6

Crime & Safety

Lord Roberts · WPS public data · 2026

Annual incidents

42

2026

vs. city avg

+42%

relative to avg

Year-over-year

-92%

vs. prior year

Primary type

Property

74%

Sales History

Sold 7/2022CA$250k–300k
Sold price

Same street

Top 25%

Same area

Top 31%

City-wide

Bottom 36%
Sold 8/2017CA$200k–250k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 24%

Same area

Bottom 23%

City-wide

Bottom 13%

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Highlights & common questions: 491 Rathgar Avenue, Winnipeg

Property Overview: 491 Rathgar Avenue, Winnipeg

Key Characteristics & Appeal

This home at 491 Rathgar Avenue is a classic, compact character property in the established Lord Roberts neighbourhood. Built in 1919, it offers 704 square feet of living space on a 2,206 square foot lot. The data suggests it’s a home of contrasts: its living area is modest compared to most in the city, yet its assessed value is relatively strong for its size, indicating value in its location and lot. It last sold in the $250k-$300k range in 2022.

Its primary appeal lies in its position as an attainable entry point into a mature, central neighbourhood. It suits a first-time buyer, an investor, or someone looking to downsize without leaving a convenient area. The lot size is a notable asset for the street, offering potential for outdoor space or future expansion that many similarly priced newer homes lack. This isn’t a sprawling modern property; its charm is in its simplicity and potential. It’s for a buyer who values location and land over square footage, who sees the opportunity in a home that ranks average for value on its street but below average for size city-wide.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is this a small house?
Yes, at 704 sqft, the living area is below the average for Winnipeg. It’s a compact, character home typical of its 1919 build era, best suited for individuals, couples, or small families.

2. Why is the assessed value relatively higher than its size would suggest?
The assessment reflects more than just square footage. It accounts for the desirable Lord Roberts location, the usable 2,206 sqft lot, and the overall property value within its immediate area, where it ranks around average.

3. What is the potential for expansion or renovation?
The lot size is a key feature, as it is larger than many on Rathgar Avenue. This provides a tangible opportunity to add a rear addition, expand living space, or enhance outdoor areas, subject to local zoning and permit approvals.

4. How does the 2022 sale price relate to today’s value?
The $250k-$300k sale in 2022 provides a recent benchmark. Current value would be influenced by market conditions since then, any updates made to the property, and its assessed value of $24,700k.

5. What are the comparable homes nearby?
Nearby references include 485 Walker Ave (a larger 1914 character home) and newer builds on Beresford Ave (2019). This highlights the mix of historic and modern in Lord Roberts, positioning 491 Rathgar as a more vintage, land-opportunity option compared to new constructions.

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