577 Rathgar Avenue

Lord Roberts, Winnipeg

Property score

45.6

Below average

Overall 45.6 · Smaller than most nearby homes

624 sqft (bottom 4%) · Built in 1922 (11 yrs older than avg)

Located in a above-average income area with median household income of ~83k

Transit 82.0 · 2-min walk to transit with 2 nearby routes · Within 500m: 11 dining spots, 2 schools, 3 healthcare facilitys, and 1 shop nearby

Living Area

Below average

42% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Near average

11 yrs older than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 89%Tagalog · 2%

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

45.6 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

22.7Low
Living Area624 sqft15Low
Year Built192220Low
Lot Size3,000 sqft38Low
Neighbourhood Sales Activity80Good

Community Score

80.0Excellent
Household Income78Good
Education Level72Good
Housing Stress83Excellent
Core Housing Need100Excellent
Employment Health83Excellent

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: #46110462

Community deep dive

$83K

Median household income

$91K

Average household income

8%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.2

Income inequality (Gini)

2.7

P90 / P10 ratio

31%

Single-person households

26%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)413
Labour force participation rate72%
Median age36.4
Avg household size2.2
Unemployment rate4%
Population density5162 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)8%
Single-person households31%
Couple families with children26%
Median household income (2020)$83K

Housing

Renter households13%
Condominium dwellings0%
Median dwelling value (owners)$270K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)19%
Visible minority18%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)35%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 89%
Mother tongue (2nd)Tagalog · 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
624 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 4%Same areaBottom 4%CitywideBottom 1%
Same street · Rathgar Avenue
#154 / 161
Bottom 4% · Avg 1,011 sqft
Same area · Lord Roberts
#1,755 / 1,828
Bottom 4% · Avg 1,071 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#192,026 / 194,458
Bottom 1% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

around average
236k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 42%Same areaBottom 33%CitywideBottom 14%
Same street · Rathgar Avenue
#93 / 161
Bottom 42% · Avg 271.6k
Same area · Lord Roberts
#1,233 / 1,828
Bottom 33% · Avg 286.7k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#166,860 / 194,458
Bottom 14% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

around average
1922
0255075100
Same streetTop 31%Same areaTop 41%CitywideBottom 14%

Lot Size

around average
3,000 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 39%Same areaBottom 47%CitywideBottom 11%

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Transit & Walkability

Nearby stops, routes & transit score

Nearby Amenities

Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more

577 Rathgar Avenue — 28 amenities found within 500 m, across 8 categories, including 11 dining (nearest 385 m), 2 education (nearest 296 m), 3 healthcare (nearest 343 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining11
🏫Education2
🏥Healthcare3
🛒Shopping1
🌳Parks4
💪Sports2
Fuel Stations1
Worship4

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 10/2019CA$150k–200k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 7%

Same area

Bottom 7%

City-wide

Bottom 7%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 577 Rathgar Avenue, Winnipeg

Property Overview

This home at 577 Rathgar Avenue is a compact, century-old property in Winnipeg's Lord Roberts neighbourhood. Its key appeal lies in its position as an affordable entry point into a mature, central area. The 624 sqft house, built in 1922, sits on a standard 3,000 sqft lot. Data shows its living space is notably smaller than most comparable homes locally and city-wide, but its assessed value is around the average for its immediate street and neighbourhood. This creates a specific value proposition: you are purchasing land and location in a well-established community, with the house itself representing a renovation opportunity or a minimalist living space. It last sold between $150k-$200k in 2019.

Who It Suits:
This property would best suit a pragmatic first-time buyer, an investor looking for a hold-and-renovate project, or someone seeking a low-maintenance, efficient living space in a central location. Its scale is not for everyone, but for the right buyer, it offers a chance to build equity in a desirable area without a massive initial outlay. A thoughtful perspective is viewing it not just as a small house, but as a reasonably sized lot with a structure that provides shelter and potential; the value is in what it could become, not just what it currently is.


Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is this a "tear-down" property?
Not necessarily. While the living area is very small by modern standards, the assessed value is consistent with other homes on the street. This suggests it is considered a viable, livable property. It is more accurately seen as a prime candidate for a significant renovation or expansion.

2. Why is the assessed value so much lower than the city-wide average?
The city-wide average includes newer, larger homes in all neighbourhoods. This home's assessment is aligned with older, more compact properties in its specific area (Lord Roberts and Rathgar Avenue). The assessment reflects its market context, not just its size.

3. What are the implications of such a small living area (624 sqft)?
It requires a minimalist lifestyle or creative use of space. Storage and multi-functional rooms will be essential. However, this can mean lower utility costs, less upkeep, and a forced simplicity that many find appealing.

4. The home is over 100 years old. What should I be concerned about?
Standard for homes of this era, you should budget for potential updates to wiring, plumbing, and insulation. A thorough inspection is crucial. However, its age and enduring presence also speak to the solid construction and character of the neighbourhood.

5. How does the 2019 sale price range relate to today's value?
The $150k-$200k range from 2019 provides a historical benchmark. Current value will be influenced by market changes since then, the property's condition, and comparable recent sales in Lord Roberts. It indicates the home has been an affordable option in the recent past.

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