597 Rathgar Avenue

Lord Roberts, Winnipeg

45.9

Below average

Overall 45.9

Smaller than most nearby homes

763 sqft (bottom 16%)

Built in 1914 (19 yrs older than avg)

Located in a above-average income area

with median household income of ~83k

Transit 82.0

1-min walk to transit with 2 nearby routes

Within 500m: 5 dining spots, 2 schools, 2 healthcare facilitys, and 1 shop nearby

Living Area

Below average

29% 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

45.9 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

23.1Low
Living Area763 sqft22Low
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
763 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 23%Same areaBottom 16%CitywideBottom 7%
Same street · Rathgar Avenue
#124 / 161
Bottom 23% · Avg 1,011 sqft
Same area · Lord Roberts
#1,529 / 1,828
Bottom 16% · Avg 1,071 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#180,987 / 194,458
Bottom 7% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

around average
258k
0255075100
Same streetTop 45%Same areaBottom 46%CitywideBottom 19%
Same street · Rathgar Avenue
#73 / 161
Top 45% · Avg 271.6k
Same area · Lord Roberts
#980 / 1,828
Bottom 46% · Avg 286.7k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#157,493 / 194,458
Bottom 19% · 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

597 Rathgar Avenue — 20 amenities found within 500 m, across 8 categories, including 5 dining (nearest 463 m), 2 education (nearest 221 m), 2 healthcare (nearest 419 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining5
🏫Education2
🏥Healthcare2
🛒Shopping1
🌳Parks4
💪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 9/2022CA$250k–300k
Sold price

Same street

Top 46%

Same area

Top 48%

City-wide

Bottom 25%
Sold 7/2016CA$200k–250k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 29%

Same area

Bottom 30%

City-wide

Bottom 15%

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Highlights & common questions: 597 Rathgar Avenue, Winnipeg

Property Overview: 597 Rathgar Avenue, Winnipeg

Section 1: Key Characteristics & Appeal

This home at 597 Rathgar Avenue is a classic, early 20th-century residence in the established Lord Roberts neighbourhood. Its key characteristics include a 763 sqft living area, a 2,206 sqft lot, and an assessed value of $25,800. Built in 1914, it sits on a quiet, tree-lined street among homes of similar vintage.

The primary appeal lies in its position as a relatively affordable entry point into a mature, central Winnipeg community. The lot size is notably manageable compared to city-wide averages, offering outdoor space without the upkeep of a larger yard. Its assessed value is consistently around the average for its immediate area and street, suggesting it is priced in line with its peer group, which can be appealing for value-conscious buyers.

This property would best suit first-time homebuyers, downsizers, or investors looking for a character home in a central location. It’s for someone who values neighbourhood charm over square footage and sees potential in a smaller, historic footprint. A thoughtful perspective is that its "below average" size city-wide is actually a practical advantage, offering lower utility costs and less maintenance, allowing owners to invest more in personalizing the space. Its consistent, middle-of-the-pack rankings on its street indicate a stable, non-speculative piece of the neighbourhood.

Section 2: Frequently Asked Questions

1. How does the home’s size compare to others?
At 763 sqft, the living area is below the average for both the Lord Roberts area and Winnipeg overall. However, it is quite typical for Rathgar Avenue itself, ranking in the top 77% on the street (124th of 161). This indicates a neighbourhood of cozier, character homes.

2. Is the assessed value high or low for Winnipeg?
The $25,800 assessment is significantly below the Winnipeg city-wide average but is directly in line with averages for both Lord Roberts and Rathgar Avenue. This is common for older, smaller homes in central neighbourhoods compared to newer or larger suburban properties.

3. What is the property’s sales history?
Public records indicate it sold in the $250k-$300k range in 2022 and in the $200k-$250k range in 2016. Exact sale prices are available upon request from the listing service.

4. What are the neighbouring properties like?
The immediate neighbours on Rathgar Avenue are homes of very similar age and scale, with build dates from 1910-1916 and comparable living areas and assessments. This suggests a street with consistent character and value.

5. How does the lot size impact the property?
The 2,206 sqft lot is manageable and around average for the street. While smaller than many city lots, it provides outdoor space without an overwhelming maintenance burden, which can be a desirable feature for many buyers.

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