589 Walker Avenue

Lord Roberts, Winnipeg

Property score

61.7

Fair

Overall 61.7 · Larger than most nearby homes

1,200 sqft (top 25%) · Built in 1911 (22 yrs older than avg)

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

Transit 88.0 · 1-min walk to transit with 3 nearby routes · Within 500m: 2 dining spots, 2 schools, 1 healthcare facility, and 1 shop nearby

Living Area

Above average

12% larger than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Below average

22 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

61.7 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

49.5Low
Living Area1,200 sqft66Good
Year Built191116Low
Lot Size2,207 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

above average
1,200 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 16%Same areaTop 25%CitywideTop 50%
Same street · Walker Avenue
#33 / 212
Top 16% · Avg 950 sqft
Same area · Lord Roberts
#466 / 1,828
Top 25% · Avg 1,071 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#97,378 / 194,458
Top 50% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

above average
286k
0255075100
Same streetTop 25%Same areaTop 40%CitywideBottom 26%
Same street · Walker Avenue
#52 / 212
Top 25% · Avg 250.4k
Same area · Lord Roberts
#728 / 1,828
Top 40% · Avg 286.7k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#144,843 / 194,458
Bottom 26% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

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

Lot Size

above average
2,207 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 29%Same areaBottom 22%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

589 Walker Avenue — 17 amenities found within 500 m, across 8 categories, including 2 dining (nearest 469 m), 2 education (nearest 255 m), 1 healthcare (nearest 412 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining2
🏫Education2
🏥Healthcare1
🛒Shopping1
🌳Parks5
💪Sports2
Fuel Stations1
Worship3

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 10/2017CA$200k–250k
Sold price

Same street

Top 47%

Same area

Bottom 42%

City-wide

Bottom 21%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 589 Walker Avenue, Winnipeg

Property Overview: 589 Walker Avenue, Lord Roberts, Winnipeg

This home presents a compelling mix of established character and relative value within its immediate neighborhood. Built in 1911, it’s a classic Winnipeg property that stands out more for its efficient use of space and lot than for sheer size. The data suggests its primary appeal is as a well-positioned, manageable property in a mature community.

Key Characteristics & Appeal

The 1,200 sqft home sits on a 2,207 sqft lot. Its key characteristic is how it compares contextually. Within the Lord Roberts neighborhood and specifically on Walker Avenue, it ranks above average for both living area and assessed value. This indicates you get more interior space than many nearby homes for a value that is still competitive on the street. The lot size, while modest city-wide, is actually in the top 29% for Walker Avenue, offering decent outdoor space for the area.

Its appeal lies in this positioning: it’s a relatively spacious and valuable property for its specific, established street. It suits a buyer looking for character in a mature neighborhood who prioritizes a smart, efficient purchase over a sprawling new build. It’s ideal for someone who values being in a community where the home's metrics are strong against its direct peers, rather than against the entire city. A thoughtful perspective is that this property represents a "neighborhood anchor"—it’s not the newest or largest, but it holds its own and likely contributes to the stable, established feel of the block.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is this a good value for the money?
Based on assessment rankings, it represents above-average value for the Walker Avenue streetscape and is around average for the broader Lord Roberts area, suggesting a fair price for the location.

2. What should I know about a house built in 1911?
While full of character, it is essential to have a thorough inspection. Systems like wiring, plumbing, and the foundation should be carefully evaluated, as updates may be needed or may have already been thoughtfully completed.

3. How does the lot size compare?
The lot is smaller than the Winnipeg average but is actually larger than most on Walker Avenue itself. It provides a decent urban yard but not vast, unused space.

4. What was the last sale price?
Public data shows it sold for between $200,000 and $250,000 in 2017. For the exact sale price, you can request the information via email from the listing source.

5. Are there similar homes nearby for comparison?
Yes. Nearby properties on Rathgar Avenue (e.g., 619 and 558 Rathgar) are listed as comparable references, with similar vintage, size, and assessed values, providing a good basis for comparison within Lord Roberts.

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