581 Rathgar Avenue

Lord Roberts, Winnipeg

Property score

49.5

Below average

Overall 49.5 · Smaller than most nearby homes

823 sqft (bottom 25%) · Built in 1914 (19 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: 10 dining spots, 2 schools, 3 healthcare facilitys, and 1 shop nearby

Living Area

Below average

23% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Near average

19 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

49.5 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

29.1Low
Living Area823 sqft32Low
Year Built191416Low
Lot Size2,206 sqft18Low
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
823 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 27%Same areaBottom 25%CitywideBottom 11%
Same street · Rathgar Avenue
#117 / 161
Bottom 27% · Avg 1,011 sqft
Same area · Lord Roberts
#1,367 / 1,828
Bottom 25% · Avg 1,071 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#174,024 / 194,458
Bottom 11% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

around average
268k
0255075100
Same streetTop 40%Same areaTop 48%CitywideBottom 21%
Same street · Rathgar Avenue
#65 / 161
Top 40% · Avg 271.6k
Same area · Lord Roberts
#878 / 1,828
Top 48% · Avg 286.7k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#153,017 / 194,458
Bottom 21% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

around average
1914
0255075100
Same streetTop 45%Same areaTop 47%CitywideBottom 11%

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

581 Rathgar Avenue — 27 amenities found within 500 m, across 8 categories, including 10 dining (nearest 402 m), 2 education (nearest 280 m), 3 healthcare (nearest 359 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining10
🏫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 10/2024CA$250k–300k
Sold price

Same street

Top 32%

Same area

Top 37%

City-wide

Bottom 31%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 581 Rathgar Avenue, Winnipeg

Property Summary: 581 Rathgar Avenue, Lord Roberts, Winnipeg

Section 1: Key Characteristics & Appeal

This home at 581 Rathgar Avenue is a classic, early 20th-century residence built in 1914, offering a grounded entry into Winnipeg’s established Lord Roberts neighbourhood. With 823 square feet of living space, it presents a compact and manageable footprint, well below the city-wide average but more in line with the scale of homes on its own street. Its assessed value is modest and sits around the average for the immediate area, suggesting a relatively affordable point of entry compared to the broader city market. The lot size, while smaller than many across Winnipeg, is typical for this part of Rathgar Avenue.

The primary appeal lies in its location and simplicity. It suits a first-time homebuyer, an investor, or someone looking to downsize into a character home without the upkeep of a larger property. Its value is positional—you’re purchasing a place in a long-established community with a mature streetscape. A thoughtful perspective for this type of property is to see it not for its standalone specs, but as a canvas. Its below-average metrics for the city highlight an opportunity for value-conscious buyers to gain a foothold in a desirable area, where the land and location often carry more weight than the size of the existing structure. It’s a practical choice for those who prioritize community over square footage and are comfortable with a home that may require personalization over time.

Section 2: Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is this a small house?
Yes, at 823 sq ft, the living area is compact. It is below the city-wide average, but is more comparable to other homes on Rathgar Avenue itself. It would suit those looking for a cozy, low-maintenance space.

2. How does the assessed value compare?
The assessed value is around the average for the Lord Roberts neighbourhood and on Rathgar Avenue. However, it is below the average for the entire city, which can indicate a more affordable entry point into the Winnipeg market.

3. What is the neighbourhood like?
Lord Roberts is an established, central Winnipeg neighbourhood with mature trees and character homes. The property’s immediate context on Rathgar Avenue consists of similar vintage homes, offering a consistent, traditional streetscape.

4. Are there similar properties nearby for comparison?
The listing references nearby sales, such as 558 Rathgar Avenue, which sold in 2024 for an estimated $250k-$300k. This provides a recent benchmark, though exact prices for this property require a direct request.

5. How can I get the exact historical sold price for this address?
The exact sold price history is not publicly displayed. You can submit your email via the listing page to request it manually. The service promises to provide the accurate figure without using your email for unsolicited marketing.

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