472 Wales Avenue

Meadowood, Winnipeg

Property score

53.3

Fair

Overall 53.3 · Smaller than most nearby homes

900 sqft (bottom 20%) · Built in 1975 (3 yrs older than avg)

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

Transit 74.0 · 4-min walk to transit with 2 nearby routes · Within 500m: 1 dining spot, 1 school, 6 parks, and 1 sports facility nearby

Living Area

Below average

19% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Near average

3 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

53.3 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

44.7Low
Living Area42
900 sqftLow
Year Built58
1975Fair
Lot Size28
2,599 sqftLow
Neighbourhood Sales Activity74
Good

Community Score

66.1Good
Household Income72
Good
Education Level72
Good
Housing Stress42
Low
Core Housing Need63
Fair
Employment Health52
Fair

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

below average
900 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 22%Same areaBottom 20%CitywideBottom 17%
Same street · Wales Avenue
#109 / 139
Bottom 22% · Avg 1,089 sqft
Same area · Meadowood
#1,335 / 1,668
Bottom 20% · Avg 1,114 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#162,141 / 194,458
Bottom 17% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

below average
254k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 1%Same areaBottom 1%CitywideBottom 18%
Same street · Wales Avenue
#138 / 139
Bottom 1% · Avg 372.6k
Same area · Meadowood
#1,652 / 1,668
Bottom 1% · Avg 375.6k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#159,292 / 194,458
Bottom 18% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

above average
1975
0255075100
Same streetTop 28%Same areaTop 47%CitywideTop 40%

Lot Size

below average
2,599 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 4%Same areaBottom 5%CitywideBottom 7%

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

472 Wales Avenue — 10 amenities found within 500 m, across 5 categories, including 1 dining (nearest 183 m), 1 education (nearest 462 m), 6 parks (nearest 244 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining1
🏫Education1
🌳Parks6
💪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 7/2019CA$200k–250k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 1%

Same area

Bottom 2%

City-wide

Bottom 16%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 472 Wales Avenue, Winnipeg

Property Overview

This 1975-built home at 472 Wales Avenue in Winnipeg's Meadowood neighbourhood presents a specific, value-oriented opportunity. Its key characteristic is a notably low municipal assessed value of $25,400, which ranks in the bottom 1-2% of both its immediate street and the wider Meadowood area. The home is compact, with 900 sq ft of living space on a 2,599 sq ft lot, placing it below local averages for size. It last sold between $200k-$250k in 2019.

The appeal lies squarely in its position as an entry-point property. The low assessed value suggests a correspondingly lower property tax burden, which is a significant, long-term cost saving. It suits first-time buyers or investors seeking a foothold in the market with minimal ongoing municipal taxes. It may also appeal to those looking for a manageable, smaller home without the upkeep of a larger lot. A less obvious perspective is that its older construction date (1975) actually ranks as newer than many immediate neighbours, potentially indicating fewer age-related issues than older homes on the street.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Why is the assessed value so much lower than the last sold price?
Municipal assessed value for tax purposes is not the same as market value. It is an estimate based on mass appraisal techniques and may not reflect recent renovations, interior condition, or current market demand, which ultimately determine sale price.

2. What does the below-average living and land area mean for me?
It confirms this is a more compact property. This means lower utility costs and less maintenance, but also less space for growing families, home offices, or extensive outdoor activities. It’s efficient but not expansive.

3. How significant is the potential property tax savings?
Based on its assessed value being roughly 30% lower than the Meadowood area average, the annual property tax savings could be substantial. This is a key financial advantage that improves long-term affordability.

4. The home sold between $200k-$250k in 2019. What is it worth today?
Market conditions have changed since 2019. An updated market valuation is essential, as values can be influenced by interest rates, neighbourhood trends, and the property's current condition, which the assessed value does not capture.

5. Are there any concerns with such a small lot size?
The lot is smaller than most in the area. This typically means a smaller yard, less privacy from neighbours, and potentially limited options for expansions like additions or large decks. It's important to verify local zoning bylaws for any future plans.