421 Wales Avenue

Meadowood, Winnipeg

Property score

56.7

Fair

Overall 56.7 · Compared with neighbourhood average

962 sqft (bottom 32%) · Built in 1974 (4 yrs older than avg)

Located in a above-average income area with median household income of ~72k

Transit 74.0 · 3-min walk to transit with 2 nearby routes · Within 500m: 1 dining spot, 1 school, 3 parks, and 1 sports facility nearby

Living Area

Below average

14% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Below average

4 yrs older than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 60%French · 5%

Past 10 years Meadowood sales snapshot (~80% of all data)

Sold Count

624

Median price

392.3k

$/sqft

$432/sqft

Avg build year

1978

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Property score

56.7 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

50.5Fair
Living Area962 sqft42Low
Year Built197458Fair
Lot Size5,199 sqft67Good
Neighbourhood Sales Activity74Good

Community Score

66.1Good
Household Income72Good
Education Level72Good
Housing Stress42Low
Core Housing Need63Fair
Employment Health52Fair

Neighbourhood Sales

Meadowood

How to read: Share of sales in each ~$50k price band for “meadowood” (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: #46110597

Community deep dive

$72K

Median household income

$82K

Average household income

14%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.3

Income inequality (Gini)

3.3

P90 / P10 ratio

29%

Single-person households

22%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)1,107
Labour force participation rate52%
Median age39.2
Avg household size2.5
Unemployment rate6%
Population density3459 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)14%
Single-person households29%
Couple families with children22%
Median household income (2020)$72K

Housing

Renter households62%
Condominium dwellings5%
Median dwelling value (owners)$300K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)37%
Visible minority44%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)37%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 59%
Mother tongue (2nd)French · 4%

Figures are for the census dissemination area containing this listing location; sources and margins may apply per Statistics Canada.

Rankings

Living Area

around average
962 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 29%Same areaBottom 32%CitywideBottom 23%
Same street · Wales Avenue
#99 / 139
Bottom 29% · Avg 1,089 sqft
Same area · Meadowood
#1,136 / 1,668
Bottom 32% · Avg 1,114 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#150,496 / 194,458
Bottom 23% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

around average
333k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 13%Same areaBottom 22%CitywideBottom 40%
Same street · Wales Avenue
#121 / 139
Bottom 13% · Avg 372.6k
Same area · Meadowood
#1,304 / 1,668
Bottom 22% · Avg 375.6k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#116,519 / 194,458
Bottom 40% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

around average
1974
0255075100
Same streetTop 42%Same areaBottom 37%CitywideTop 42%

Lot Size

around average
5,199 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 37%Same areaBottom 49%CitywideTop 50%

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

421 Wales Avenue — 7 amenities found within 500 m, across 5 categories, including 1 dining (nearest 343 m), 1 education (nearest 359 m), 3 parks (nearest 117 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining1
🏫Education1
🌳Parks3
💪Sports1
🏦Finance1

Crime & Safety

Meadowood · WPS public data · 2026

Annual incidents

24

2026

vs. city avg

-19%

relative to avg

Year-over-year

-93%

vs. prior year

Primary type

Property

58%

Sales History

Sold 1/2025CA$400k–450k
Sold price

Same street

Top 19%

Same area

Top 15%

City-wide

Top 31%

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Highlights & common questions: 421 Wales Avenue, Winnipeg

Property Overview: 421 Wales Avenue, Meadowood, Winnipeg

Section 1: Key Characteristics & Appeal

This home at 421 Wales Avenue is a practical, no-frills property that represents an accessible entry point into Winnipeg’s housing market. Built in 1974, its 962 sqft living area is modest, ranking below average for its immediate street and the wider city, but is quite typical for the Meadowood neighbourhood. The lot size of 5,199 sqft is a notable feature, offering above-average outdoor space for the street itself, which presents potential for gardening, expansion, or simply more private yard space than many nearby homes.

Its primary appeal lies in its value proposition. With a recently sold price indicated between $400k-$450k and a significantly lower assessed value, it suggests a property that may require updates or investment, appealing to buyers comfortable with a project. The home suits first-time buyers seeking a functional starter home with room to grow outdoors, or value-focused investors looking for a rental property with a manageable footprint. A less obvious perspective is its positioning within its community: while the home itself is modest, its lot size and established neighbourhood location offer a sense of space and permanence that can be hard to find in newer, more densely packed subdivisions.

Section 2: Frequently Asked Questions

1. How does the home’s size compare to others in the area?
At 962 sqft, the living area is slightly smaller than the average home on Wales Avenue (~1,089 sqft) and in Meadowood overall (~1,114 sqft). It offers efficient, compact living space.

2. What does the significant difference between the sold price and assessed value indicate?
The sold price range ($400k-$450k) being higher than the assessed value ($33.30k) is common, as assessed values for tax purposes often lag behind market values. This gap can also reflect recent market conditions, specific property features, or updates not fully captured in the assessment.

3. Is the lot size a advantage?
Yes. The 5,199 sqft lot is larger than the average lot on Wales Avenue (~4,784 sqft). This provides more outdoor space than many immediate neighbours, which is a valuable asset for privacy, recreation, or future landscaping.

4. What type of neighbourhood is Meadowood?
Meadowood is an established, mature neighbourhood with homes primarily from the 1970s and 80s. The property data shows values and home sizes here are generally below the city-wide average, indicating it’s a more affordable, community-focused area.

5. Where can I find more detailed context about nearby properties?
You can use the provided link to open the neighbourhood map analysis. This tool allows you to see this property in direct geographic context with nearby homes, comparing details like year built, lot size, and assessed value visually.

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