303 Melrose Avenue E

One StoreyBuilt 1925Living Area 656 sqft
Sale History
SOLDin Oct 2021
160K±5,0007yr +14.3%
Tax Assessment
179k(prev. 178k)
+1k(+0.6%)
DateSold PriceNeighbourhood
2021-10Sold160K±5,00042/46
2014-07Sold140K±5,00043/45

Rankings reflect the property's sold price position within its street, neighbourhood, and all of Winnipeg in the year of sale.

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Below average656 sqft · top 95% in area · built 1925 · 22 yrs older than avg
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High-income areaMedian household income ~$77K · top tier income demographics
1-min walk to transit2 nearby routes · score 82/100
Score

Property score

Overall score
40.8Low
How is the score calculated? ▼
Scores are weighted aggregates of property attributes (size, age, lot, sales activity) and community signals from the 2021 Statistics Canada census (income, education, housing stress, employment). 100 = top of metric within Winnipeg.
Property Score
21.6
Low
Living area
15
Year built
20
Lot size
28
Sales activity
88
Community Score
69.5
Fair
Income
75
Education
22
Housing
93
Core need
100
Employment
83
Rankings

How it stacks up

Each metric compared against 342 homes on Melrose Avenue E, 557 in Melrose, and 194,457 citywide. Polygon points further from the centre = better rank.
Living Area
656 sqft
BELOW AVERAGE
StreetBottom 4%AreaBottom 5%CityBottom 2%
Same street
Bottom 4%
#327 / 342
Same area
Bottom 5%
#528 / 557
Citywide
Winnipeg
Bottom 2%
#190,753 / 194,457
Tax-Assessed Value
179 k
BELOW AVERAGE
StreetBottom 1%AreaBottom 2%CityBottom 4%
Same street
Bottom 1%
#338 / 342
Same area
Bottom 2%
#544 / 557
Citywide
Winnipeg
Bottom 4%
#187,008 / 194,455
Year Built
1925
BELOW AVERAGE
StreetBottom 32%AreaBottom 32%CityBottom 15%
Same street
Bottom 32%
#234 / 342
Same area
Bottom 32%
#380 / 557
Citywide
Winnipeg
Bottom 15%
#165,201 / 194,457
Lot Size
2,701 sqft
BELOW AVERAGE
StreetBottom 11%AreaBottom 10%CityBottom 7%
Same street
Bottom 11%
#305 / 342
Same area
Bottom 10%
#500 / 557
Citywide
Winnipeg
Bottom 7%
#180,077 / 194,457
How rankings work — each polygon vertex is the property's percentile rank within that scope. Further from the centre = better.
Detailed ranking analysis ▼
303 Melrose Avenue E: Living Area Analysis

Street Level (Melrose Avenue E): Below Average. Ranked #327 out of 342 (Bottom 4%). The street average for comparable homes is 980 sqft.

Neighborhood Level (Melrose): Below Average. Ranked #528 out of 557 (Bottom 5%). The neighborhood average for comparable homes is 973 sqft.

Citywide Level (Winnipeg): Below Average. Ranked #190,753 out of 194,457 (Bottom 2%). The citywide average for comparable homes is 1,342 sqft.

303 Melrose Avenue E: Tax-Assessed Value Analysis

Street Level (Melrose Avenue E): Below Average. Ranked #338 out of 342 (Bottom 1%). The street average for comparable homes is 291.6k.

Neighborhood Level (Melrose): Below Average. Ranked #544 out of 557 (Bottom 2%). The neighborhood average for comparable homes is 289.1k.

Citywide Level (Winnipeg): Below Average. Ranked #187,008 out of 194,455 (Bottom 4%). The citywide average for comparable homes is 435.4k.

303 Melrose Avenue E: Year Built Analysis

Street Level (Melrose Avenue E): Below Average. Ranked #234 out of 342 (Bottom 32%). The street average for comparable homes is 1948.

Neighborhood Level (Melrose): Below Average. Ranked #380 out of 557 (Bottom 32%). The neighborhood average for comparable homes is 1947.

Citywide Level (Winnipeg): Below Average. Ranked #165,201 out of 194,457 (Bottom 15%). The citywide average for comparable homes is 1966.

303 Melrose Avenue E: Lot Size Analysis

Street Level (Melrose Avenue E): Below Average. Ranked #305 out of 342 (Bottom 11%). The street average for comparable homes is 4,095 sqft.

Neighborhood Level (Melrose): Below Average. Ranked #500 out of 557 (Bottom 10%). The neighborhood average for comparable homes is 4,166 sqft.

Citywide Level (Winnipeg): Below Average. Ranked #180,077 out of 194,457 (Bottom 7%). The citywide average for comparable homes is 6,570 sqft.

Market

Melrose market pulse

Past 14 years sales snapshot (~80% of all data)
Sold count
261
last 14 years
Median price
212.8k
14-year area median
Price per sqft
$256/sqft
area average
Avg build year
1947
area average
Market conditions · Winnipeg
Sales-to-New-Listings?
Seller's market
63.5%
Buyer'sBalancedSeller's
Sold
1,465
New listings
2,307
Sold above asking?
Last 7 days
Majority over ask
62%
Below ask62% above
70 of 113 sold above asking
What this means
Upward pressure
Demand is clearly outpacing supply. Buyers are competing, which is putting upward pressure on prices.
2026-04

How to read: Share of sales in each ~$50k price band for “melrose” (Detached houses (non-condo), 2024). The tallest band is the mainstream budget range; multi-year view shows how that band shifts over time.

Community deep dive

Who lives in this neighbourhood

Dissemination area #46110837 · Statistics Canada 2021 Census · Population 407
407
Population (2021)
36.4
Median age
2.3
Avg household size
3,700 / km²
Population density
Distribution by household income band
20k-25k
3%
25k-30k
6%
30k-35k
3%
35k-40k
3%
40k-45k
3%
45k-50k
3%
50k-60k
11%
60k-70k
8%
70k-80k
11%
80k-90k
8%
90k-100k
8%
100k-125k
17%
125k-150k
11%
150k-200k
6%
$77K
Median household income
$88K
Average household income
13%
Low income (LIM-AT)
0.2
Income inequality (Gini)
3.1
P90 / P10 ratio
30%
Single-person households
22%
Families with children
75%
Labour participation
5%
Unemployment
Local · Day-to-day

Transit, amenities & safety

Everything within walking distance, plus crime and waste collection.

Nearby Amenities

Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more

303 Melrose Avenue E — 10 amenities found within 500 m, across 5 categories, including 4 dining (nearest 345 m), 1 education (nearest 465 m), 3 parks (nearest 334 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining4
🏫Education1
🌳Parks3
Fuel Stations1
Worship1

Crime & safety

Melrose · WPS public data
Full crime data →
Annual incidents
5
2026
vs. city average
-83%
▲ relative to avg
Year-over-year
▼ -94%
vs. prior year
Primary type
Property
60% of incidents

Waste collection schedule

Local garbage, recycling, and yard waste pickup
Garbage
thursday
Recycling
thursday
Yard waste
thursday b

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Highlights & common questions

Is this home right for you?

Property highlights

Property Overview: 303 Melrose Avenue E, Winnipeg

Section 1: Key Characteristics & Appeal

This is a compact, century-old home (built 1925) on a standard city lot in Winnipeg's Melrose neighborhood. Its key characteristic is its modest scale: at 656 sqft, its living area is notably smaller than most homes on its street, in the area, and across the city. Similarly, its assessed value is significantly below average at $17,800, placing it among the most affordable properties in Winnipeg.

The primary appeal is straightforward affordability and minimal property tax liability. It represents a rare entry point into homeownership. This property would suit a specific buyer: a first-time purchaser or investor with a very tight budget who prioritizes cost control above space. Its small size and low value also suggest potential as a "blank slate" for a hands-on buyer willing to renovate or expand, though the 101-year-old structure requires careful inspection. A less obvious perspective is its manageable lot size (2,701 sqft), which is smaller than average but still provides outdoor space without being burdensome to maintain—a practical fit for a minimalist lifestyle.

Section 2: Frequently Asked Questions

1. Why is the assessed value so much lower than the city-wide average?
The assessed value reflects the property's relatively small size, age, and likely its condition and features compared to the broader market. It is characteristic of one of the most affordable segments of Winnipeg's housing stock.

2. How recent is the sale history, and what did it sell for?
The property sold between 2021 and 2025, with a public price range of $150,000 to $200,000. The exact sale price is available upon direct request from the listing service.

3. Is the house smaller than others nearby?
Yes. With 656 sqft of living area, it ranks in the bottom 5% for size on its own street and in the Melrose area, making it one of the smaller homes in the vicinity.

4. What should I consider due to the home's age?
Built in 1925, the structure is over a century old. A thorough inspection for foundational integrity, wiring, plumbing, and insulation is essential. While its age is typical for the immediate street, it is older than most city-wide comparables.

5. How does the lot size compare?
The 2,701 sqft lot is below the average for the street and city, but it is a standard city lot for the neighborhood. It offers yard space but is not as large as many newer suburban lots, which can be a benefit for lower maintenance.