656 Walker Avenue

Lord Roberts, Winnipeg

50.6

Fair

Overall 50.6

Compared with neighbourhood average

958 sqft (bottom 38%)

Built in 1912 (21 yrs older than avg)

Located in a above-average income area

with median household income of ~74k

Transit 74.0

3-min walk to transit with 2 nearby routes

Within 500m: 1 school, 5 parks, and 2 place of worships nearby

Living Area

Below average

11% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Near average

21 yrs older than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 88%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

50.6 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

35.1Low
Living Area958 sqft42Low
Year Built191216Low
Lot Size2,207 sqft18Low
Neighbourhood Sales Activity80Good

Community Score

73.9Good
Household Income74Good
Education Level54Fair
Housing Stress93Excellent
Core Housing Need100Excellent
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: #46110447

Community deep dive

$74K

Median household income

$100K

Average household income

12%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.2

Income inequality (Gini)

3.1

P90 / P10 ratio

36%

Single-person households

13%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)450
Labour force participation rate64%
Median age38.8
Avg household size2.0
Unemployment rate7%
Population density3750 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)12%
Single-person households36%
Couple families with children13%
Median household income (2020)$74K

Housing

Renter households15%
Condominium dwellings0%
Median dwelling value (owners)$250K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)10%
Visible minority11%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)28%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 87%
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

around average
958 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 49%Same areaBottom 38%CitywideBottom 22%
Same street · Walker Avenue
#103 / 212
Top 49% · Avg 950 sqft
Same area · Lord Roberts
#1,137 / 1,828
Bottom 38% · Avg 1,071 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#151,916 / 194,458
Bottom 22% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

around average
234k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 48%Same areaBottom 31%CitywideBottom 14%
Same street · Walker Avenue
#111 / 212
Bottom 48% · Avg 250.4k
Same area · Lord Roberts
#1,254 / 1,828
Bottom 31% · Avg 286.7k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#167,591 / 194,458
Bottom 14% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

around average
1912
0255075100
Same streetTop 49%Same areaBottom 42%CitywideBottom 8%

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

656 Walker Avenue — 8 amenities found within 500 m, across 3 categories, including 1 education (nearest 94 m), 5 parks (nearest 172 m).

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🏫Education1
🌳Parks5
Worship2

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 3/2021CA$200k–250k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 46%

Same area

Bottom 35%

City-wide

Bottom 18%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 656 Walker Avenue, Winnipeg

Property Summary: 656 Walker Avenue, Winnipeg

Section 1: Overview & Appeal

This home at 656 Walker Avenue in Lord Roberts is a classic, early-1900s character property that presents a balanced, no-surprises profile within its immediate neighborhood. Its key characteristics are its modest 958 sqft living space and a 2,207 sqft lot, both of which are quite typical for Walker Avenue itself. The data suggests it's a home that doesn't stand out dramatically on the street in terms of size, age, or assessed value—it fits right in with the local fabric. Its appeal lies in this very consistency and the potential of a well-located character home in an established area. The lot size, while average for the street, is notably more compact compared to wider city averages, emphasizing an urban, low-maintenance setting.

This property would suit a first-time buyer or an investor looking for an entry point into a mature neighborhood without the premium of a recently renovated or larger home. It’s also a candidate for someone who appreciates the authenticity of a century-old home and is prepared for the maintenance or updates that may entail. A less obvious perspective is that its "average" metrics within the micro-context of Walker Avenue could signal stability and predictability, which is valuable for buyers wary of overpaying for an outlier property. It’s a home that offers neighborhood integration over standout features.

Section 2: Frequently Asked Questions

1. How does this home compare to others in the area?
Within the Lord Roberts neighborhood and specifically on Walker Avenue, this home is consistently around average for its living area, assessed value, and age. Its lot size is actually above average for the street but below the neighborhood and city-wide averages.

2. What is the likely condition given its age?
Built in 1912, the home is over a century old. Prospective buyers should budget for and prioritize a thorough inspection, as systems like wiring, plumbing, and the foundation may require attention or modernization, common for homes of this era.

3. What can the sold price history tell me?
Public records indicate it last sold between $200k-$250k in 2021. For the exact sale price, you must request it directly from the listing service, as they provide that specific figure manually via email.

4. Is the lot size a limitation?
The 2,207 sqft lot is manageable and typical for the street, favoring lower outdoor maintenance. It may limit expansion possibilities or private outdoor space compared to homes on larger lots, but aligns with the area's denser, established urban feel.

5. Who are the most comparable nearby properties?
Based on assessed value, very similar properties are listed, though many appear to be condominium units on Grant Avenue. For direct neighborhood comparisons, consider 619 Rathgar Avenue (similar age & size) and 693 Walker Avenue (similar size, but lower assessed value) as useful benchmarks.

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