497 Carlaw Avenue

Lord Roberts, Winnipeg

Property score

48.5

Below average

Overall 48.5 · Older than most nearby homes

1,000 sqft (bottom 47%) · Built in 1904 (29 yrs older than avg)

Located in a above-average income area with median household income of ~67k

Transit 80.0 · 3-min walk to transit with 3 nearby routes · Within 500m: 10 dining spots, 2 schools, 1 shop, and 4 parks nearby

Living Area

Near average

7% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Below average

29 yrs older than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 76%Tagalog · 5%

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

48.5 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

39.9Low
Living Area52
1,000 sqftFair
Year Built10
1904Low
Lot Size18
2,499 sqftLow
Neighbourhood Sales Activity80
Good

Community Score

61.3Fair
Household Income68
Good
Education Level34
Low
Housing Stress74
Good
Core Housing Need63
Fair
Employment Health68
Good

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: #46110451

Community deep dive

$67K

Median household income

$74K

Average household income

14%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.2

Income inequality (Gini)

2.7

P90 / P10 ratio

40%

Single-person households

14%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)520
Labour force participation rate71%
Median age37.6
Avg household size2.0
Unemployment rate15%
Population density7428 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)14%
Single-person households40%
Couple families with children14%
Median household income (2020)$67K

Housing

Renter households45%
Condominium dwellings9%
Median dwelling value (owners)$234K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)16%
Visible minority22%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)19%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 76%
Mother tongue (2nd)Tagalog · 5%

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

Rankings

Living Area

around average
1,000 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 44%Same areaBottom 47%CitywideBottom 26%
Same street · Carlaw Avenue
#45 / 80
Bottom 44% · Avg 1,057 sqft
Same area · Lord Roberts
#965 / 1,828
Bottom 47% · Avg 1,071 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#143,718 / 194,458
Bottom 26% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

around average
222k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 34%Same areaBottom 25%CitywideBottom 12%
Same street · Carlaw Avenue
#53 / 80
Bottom 34% · Avg 282.5k
Same area · Lord Roberts
#1,376 / 1,828
Bottom 25% · Avg 286.7k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#171,856 / 194,458
Bottom 12% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

below average
1904
0255075100
Same streetBottom 2%Same areaBottom 1%CitywideBottom 1%

Lot Size

around average
2,499 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 31%Same areaBottom 32%CitywideBottom 4%

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

497 Carlaw Avenue — 24 amenities found within 500 m, across 6 categories, including 10 dining (nearest 188 m), 2 education (nearest 294 m), 1 shopping (nearest 400 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining10
🏫Education2
🛒Shopping1
🌳Parks4
💪Sports2
Worship5

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 10/2020CA$200k–250k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 17%

Same area

Bottom 20%

City-wide

Bottom 12%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 497 Carlaw Avenue, Winnipeg

Property Overview: 497 Carlaw Avenue, Lord Roberts, Winnipeg

Section 1: Key Characteristics & Appeal

This home is a classic, early-1900s character property in the established Lord Roberts neighbourhood. With 1,000 sqft of living space on a 2,499 sqft lot, its size is very typical for its immediate street and area, offering a manageable footprint. The data reveals a compelling perspective: while the home’s assessed value is modest compared to the wider city, it sits closer to the average for Carlaw Avenue itself. This suggests you are buying into a street of similar, character-rich homes rather than competing with newer or larger city-wide stock.

Its primary appeal lies in its authenticity and location. Built in 1904, it offers historic charm and is situated on a street of peers, providing neighbourhood consistency. The appeal is for a specific buyer: someone seeking a genuine character home as a blank canvas or a steward for careful updates, who values a classic neighbourhood feel over modern square footage. It would suit a first-time buyer or downsizer looking for an entry point into a mature area without the premium of a fully renovated property, or an investor attracted by the below-average assessed value and stable rental demand in central neighbourhoods.

Section 2: Frequently Asked Questions

1. What does the "below average" year built ranking mean?
It simply confirms the home's age (1904) relative to others. On its street and in Lord Roberts, it is among the oldest homes, which is the source of its character but also implies a greater potential need for attention to aging components like wiring or plumbing.

2. Is the low assessed value a concern?
Not necessarily. It primarily reflects the home's age, size, and likely condition compared to the city's broader housing stock. It can represent a lower property tax burden and a potential value opportunity for a buyer willing to invest in improvements that increase its worth.

3. How does the lot size affect future potential?
At 2,499 sqft, the lot is standard for the area. While not oversized, it is consistent with neighbouring properties and is sufficient for private outdoor space. Significant expansion or additions may be limited by lot coverage bylaws, common in mature neighbourhoods.

4. The home sold between 2020-2025. Why is the exact price not shown?
Exact sale prices in Manitoba are not publicly accessible data. The provided range is estimated from public records. You can request the precise sale price via email from the site, a common practice to ensure accuracy while complying with local data regulations.

5. What is the immediate neighbourhood like?
The listing shows several similar-era homes on the same block (499, 495, 501 Carlaw). This indicates a street with a consistent, established streetscape, which often contributes to stable property values and a cohesive community feel.