506 Walker Avenue

Lord Roberts, Winnipeg

Property score

44.1

Below average

Overall 44.1 · Smaller than most nearby homes

720 sqft (bottom 13%) · Built in 1911 (22 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: 15 dining spots, 2 schools, 3 healthcare facilitys, and 2 shops nearby

Living Area

Below average

33% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Below average

22 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 Area720 sqft22Low
Year Built191116Low
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
720 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 26%Same areaBottom 13%CitywideBottom 5%
Same street · Walker Avenue
#156 / 212
Bottom 26% · Avg 950 sqft
Same area · Lord Roberts
#1,598 / 1,828
Bottom 13% · Avg 1,071 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#184,672 / 194,458
Bottom 5% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

around average
265k
0255075100
Same streetTop 33%Same areaTop 50%CitywideBottom 21%
Same street · Walker Avenue
#70 / 212
Top 33% · Avg 250.4k
Same area · Lord Roberts
#909 / 1,828
Top 50% · Avg 286.7k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#154,281 / 194,458
Bottom 21% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

around average
1911
0255075100
Same streetBottom 37%Same areaBottom 33%CitywideBottom 7%

Lot Size

around average
2,206 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 36%Same areaBottom 14%CitywideBottom 1%

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

506 Walker Avenue — 33 amenities found within 500 m, across 8 categories, including 15 dining (nearest 150 m), 2 education (nearest 172 m), 3 healthcare (nearest 105 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining15
🏫Education2
🏥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 7/2019CA$200k–250k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 34%

Same area

Bottom 26%

City-wide

Bottom 14%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 506 Walker Avenue, Winnipeg

Section 1: Property Overview

506 Walker Avenue is a compact, century-old home in Winnipeg's Lord Roberts neighbourhood. Its key characteristic is its modest 720 sqft living area, which is smaller than most homes on its street and in the wider city. Built in 1911, it sits on a standard city lot of just over 2,200 sqft. The home’s assessed value is notably lower than the city average, positioning it as an accessible entry point into the market.

The appeal lies in its location and practicality. It suits first-time buyers or investors looking for a lower-cost foothold in a central, established neighbourhood. The lot size offers potential for future expansion or garden space, which is a valuable asset in an older area. A thoughtful perspective is that this property represents a "value-over-size" proposition; you're purchasing location and land, with the home itself being a project or a cozy, efficient space to build equity from.

Section 2: Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is the low assessed value a concern?
Not necessarily. The assessed value is around average for Walker Avenue itself, indicating it fits the local context. It primarily reflects the home's smaller size and age compared to the broader city, which can mean a more affordable property tax bill.

2. What does the living area ranking mean for daily life?
Ranking in the top 74% on its street for living area means over a quarter of homes on Walker Avenue are smaller. However, at 720 sqft, it is significantly cozier than the area average. It would suit a single person, a couple, or someone comfortable with efficient, minimalist living.

3. How does the 1911 build year affect the property?
Built in 1911, the home is older than most in Winnipeg. This typically means character but also implies a need for a thorough inspection for foundational integrity, wiring, plumbing, and insulation updates. Its age is average for its immediate street, so local contractors may be familiar with similar homes.

4. What can the sold price history tell me?
The home sold between $200k-$250k in 2019. This historical price, combined with the current lower assessed value, suggests it may be priced below recent area comparables. For the exact sale price, you can request it via email from the site.

5. Are the nearby "Worth Viewing" listings good comparisons?
The listings on Beresford Avenue (built 2019, higher assessment) are likely newer infill homes and not direct comparisons. Better references are the other older homes on Walker Avenue or similar streets, like 485 Walker or 558 Rathgar, which share similar vintage and scale.

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