521 Hethrington Avenue

Lord Roberts, Winnipeg

Property score

49.2

Below average

Overall 49.2 · Compared with neighbourhood average

1,090 sqft (top 39%) · Built in 1911 (22 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: 8 dining spots, 2 schools, 1 healthcare facility, and 2 shops nearby

Living Area

Near average

2% larger than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Below average

22 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

Need help understanding this property?

Buying a home is more than a transaction. Our Winnipeg real estate agents provide market insights, pricing analysis, and neighbourhood expertise to help you decide with confidence.

Usually replies in a few minutes

Property score

49.2 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

41.1Low
Living Area1,090 sqft52Fair
Year Built191116Low
Lot Size2,499 sqft18Low
Neighbourhood Sales Activity80Good

Community Score

61.3Fair
Household Income68Good
Education Level34Low
Housing Stress74Good
Core Housing Need63Fair
Employment Health68Good

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
1,090 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 31%Same areaTop 39%CitywideBottom 39%
Same street · Hethrington Avenue
#27 / 88
Top 31% · Avg 971 sqft
Same area · Lord Roberts
#718 / 1,828
Top 39% · Avg 1,071 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#119,484 / 194,458
Bottom 39% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

around average
249k
0255075100
Same streetTop 50%Same areaBottom 40%CitywideBottom 17%
Same street · Hethrington Avenue
#44 / 88
Top 50% · Avg 277.3k
Same area · Lord Roberts
#1,089 / 1,828
Bottom 40% · Avg 286.7k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#161,585 / 194,458
Bottom 17% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

around average
1911
0255075100
Same streetBottom 31%Same areaBottom 33%CitywideBottom 7%

Lot Size

around average
2,499 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 33%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

521 Hethrington Avenue — 23 amenities found within 500 m, across 7 categories, including 8 dining (nearest 224 m), 2 education (nearest 331 m), 1 healthcare (nearest 497 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining8
🏫Education2
🏥Healthcare1
🛒Shopping2
🌳Parks3
💪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 10/2022CA$250k–300k
Sold price

Same street

Top 38%

Same area

Top 39%

City-wide

Bottom 30%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 521 Hethrington Avenue, Winnipeg

Property Overview: 521 Hethrington Avenue, Lord Roberts, Winnipeg

Section 1: Key Characteristics & Appeal

This home on Hethrington Avenue is a classic, early 20th-century residence built in 1911, offering a grounded entry into Winnipeg’s established Lord Roberts neighbourhood. With 1,090 square feet of living space, it sits comfortably within the average range for both the street and the broader area, suggesting a practical, manageable layout rather than an expansive one. The lot size of approximately 2,500 square feet is modest for the city but typical for the local streetscape, implying lower maintenance and a more community-oriented streetscape.

Its primary appeal lies in its positioning as a stable, median offering in a mature neighbourhood. The assessed value is notably below the citywide average, which can indicate a more accessible price point and potential for equity growth as the area evolves. This isn’t a standout luxury property or a full fixer-upper; it’s a straightforward home that represents the character and averages of its community. It would suit a first-time buyer seeking a foothold in a central neighbourhood without extreme renovation projects, or a pragmatic downsizer looking for a lower-maintenance property with the charm of an older home. A thoughtful perspective is that its very "averageness" on the street is a strength—it’s unlikely to be over-improved for the area, offering a balanced investment without the premium paid for top-tier stats.

Section 2: Frequently Asked Questions

1. How does this home’s size compare to others nearby?
At 1,090 sqft, the living area is slightly above the immediate street average (971 sqft) and very close to the Lord Roberts neighbourhood average. It provides a comfortably sized layout that is typical for the area.

2. What does the assessed value tell me about this property?
The assessed value is around the average for Hethrington Avenue and Lord Roberts, but it falls within the bottom 83% citywide. This generally suggests a more affordable entry point compared to the Winnipeg market as a whole.

3. The home was built in 1911. What should I consider?
While the home’s age is greater than most in Winnipeg, it is actually around the average age for houses on this street. Buyers should prioritize a thorough inspection to understand the condition of major aging components like wiring, plumbing, and the foundation, which is standard for homes of this era.

4. Is the lot size a limitation?
The land area is smaller than the city average but is fairly typical for this part of Lord Roberts. It means less yard maintenance and may foster a closer-knit neighbourhood feel, but offers less space for large additions or extensive private landscaping.

5. Where can I get precise historical sale price data?
The listed sale price ranges are based on public data. For the exact sold price history, you can request it via email from the listing service; they provide this detail manually without using your email for unsolicited marketing.

Radar charts, rankings, and side-by-side layouts work best on a larger screen. Open this page on a desktop browser for the full experience.