657 Rathgar Avenue

Lord Roberts, Winnipeg

Property score

40.2

Below average

Overall 40.2 · Smaller and older than most nearby homes

609 sqft (bottom 3%) · Built in 1909 (24 yrs older than avg)

Located in a above-average income area with median household income of ~74k

Transit 82.0 · 2-min walk to transit with 2 nearby routes · Within 500m: 1 school, 5 parks, and 2 place of worships nearby

Living Area

Below average

43% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Below average

24 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

40.2 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

17.7Low
Living Area609 sqft15Low
Year Built190910Low
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

below average
609 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 3%Same areaBottom 3%CitywideBottom 1%
Same street · Rathgar Avenue
#156 / 161
Bottom 3% · Avg 1,011 sqft
Same area · Lord Roberts
#1,772 / 1,828
Bottom 3% · Avg 1,071 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#192,617 / 194,458
Bottom 1% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

around average
226k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 35%Same areaBottom 27%CitywideBottom 12%
Same street · Rathgar Avenue
#105 / 161
Bottom 35% · Avg 271.6k
Same area · Lord Roberts
#1,327 / 1,828
Bottom 27% · Avg 286.7k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#170,484 / 194,458
Bottom 12% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

below average
1909
0255075100
Same streetBottom 16%Same areaBottom 12%CitywideBottom 5%

Lot Size

around average
2,207 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 48%Same areaBottom 22%CitywideBottom 1%

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Transit & Walkability

Nearby stops, routes & transit score

Nearby Amenities

Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more

657 Rathgar Avenue — 8 amenities found within 500 m, across 3 categories, including 1 education (nearest 65 m), 5 parks (nearest 206 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 6/2021CA$150k–200k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 15%

Same area

Bottom 16%

City-wide

Bottom 10%

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Highlights & common questions: 657 Rathgar Avenue, Winnipeg

Property Overview: 657 Rathgar Avenue, Lord Roberts, Winnipeg

Section 1: Key Characteristics & Appeal

This is a compact, century-old home (built 1909) on a standard city lot in the established Lord Roberts neighbourhood. Its key characteristic is its modest scale: at 609 square feet, its living area is notably smaller than most homes on its street, in the neighbourhood, and across Winnipeg. This is reflected in its assessed value, which is below average for the city but closer to the median for Rathgar Avenue itself.

The primary appeal lies in its position as an affordable entry point into a mature, central neighbourhood. It suits a very specific type of buyer: a first-time purchaser, an investor, or a downsizer seeking minimal upkeep and lower property taxes. The value proposition is the land and location, not the size of the existing structure. A thoughtful perspective is that a home of this vintage and size offers a chance for a simplified, efficient lifestyle without the maintenance burden of a larger, newer house. It may also present a long-term redevelopment opportunity (subject to zoning), given that the lot value forms a significant portion of the property's worth.

Section 2: Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is the sold price history available?
Yes, but only as a broad range from public data. The exact sale price from its last transaction (2021) can be requested directly from SaveOnHouse via email at no cost.

2. How does the small living area impact livability and value?
The 609 sqft footprint is significantly below average, indicating a classic "starter home" or cottage layout. This limits space for occupants and belongings but is a key factor in its relatively lower assessed value and likely listing price, prioritizing location over square footage.

3. What does the "below average" ranking for Year Built mean?
Built in 1909, it is older than most homes in its comparison groups. This suggests potential for character but also implies a greater likelihood of aging components (like plumbing, wiring, or the foundation) needing attention or updates.

4. Are the property taxes high?
Based on its assessed value of $22,600, which is below average for Winnipeg, the municipal property taxes would be comparatively low. This is a notable ongoing cost advantage.

5. How does the lot size compare?
At 2,207 sqft, the lot is around average for Rathgar Avenue but below average for the wider city. This is a typical lot for the inner-city neighbourhood, offering a manageable yard space.

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