421 Melrose Avenue W

Melrose, Winnipeg

Property score

54.1

Fair

Overall 54.1 · Compared with neighbourhood average

864 sqft (bottom 40%) · Built in 1947

Located in a above-average income area with median household income of ~76.5k

Transit 74.0 · 2-min walk to transit with 2 nearby routes · Within 500m: 2 parks, and 1 place of worship nearby

Living Area

Near average

11% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Near average

0 yrs newer than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 76%Tagalog · 6%

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

Sold Count

259

Median price

212.8k

$/sqft

$256/sqft

Avg build year

1947

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Property score

54.1 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

42.3Low
Living Area864 sqft32Low
Year Built194730Low
Lot Size6,598 sqft85Excellent
Neighbourhood Sales Activity88Excellent

Community Score

71.7Good
Household Income75Good
Education Level44Low
Housing Stress83Excellent
Core Housing Need88Excellent
Employment Health83Excellent

Neighbourhood Sales

Melrose

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.

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: #46110833

Community deep dive

$77K

Median household income

$88K

Average household income

9%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.2

Income inequality (Gini)

2.9

P90 / P10 ratio

35%

Single-person households

20%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)776
Labour force participation rate74%
Median age40.0
Avg household size2.2
Unemployment rate8%
Population density4084 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)9%
Single-person households35%
Couple families with children20%
Median household income (2020)$77K

Housing

Renter households20%
Condominium dwellings32%
Median dwelling value (owners)$260K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)22%
Visible minority25%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)24%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 75%
Mother tongue (2nd)Tagalog · 5%

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

Rankings

Living Area

around average
864 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 38%Same areaBottom 40%CitywideBottom 14%
Same street · Melrose Avenue W
#212 / 342
Bottom 38% · Avg 980 sqft
Same area · Melrose
#333 / 557
Bottom 40% · Avg 973 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#167,924 / 194,458
Bottom 14% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

around average
288k
0255075100
Same streetTop 43%Same areaTop 39%CitywideBottom 26%
Same street · Melrose Avenue W
#147 / 342
Top 43% · Avg 275k
Same area · Melrose
#219 / 557
Top 39% · Avg 272.5k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#143,830 / 194,458
Bottom 26% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

around average
1947
0255075100
Same streetBottom 46%Same areaBottom 46%CitywideBottom 24%

Lot Size

Elite
6,598 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 2%Same areaTop 4%CitywideTop 21%

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 Melrose Avenue W — 3 amenities found within 500 m, across 2 categories, including 2 parks (nearest 305 m).

Search radius
🌳Parks2
Worship1

Crime & Safety

Melrose · WPS public data · 2026

Annual incidents

5

2026

vs. city avg

-83%

relative to avg

Year-over-year

-94%

vs. prior year

Primary type

Property

60%

Sales History

Sold 3/2023CA$250k–300k
Sold price

Same street

Top 37%

Same area

Top 37%

City-wide

Bottom 24%

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Highlights & common questions: 421 Melrose Avenue W, Winnipeg

Property Overview & Appeal

This home at 421 Melrose Avenue W is a classic 1947 bungalow that presents a clear value proposition centered on its land. With a living area of 864 sqft, the house itself is modest and typical for its street and the broader Melrose area. Its assessed value is also in line with local norms. The standout feature is the 6,598 sqft lot, which ranks in the top 2-4% locally, offering significantly more outdoor space than most neighbouring properties.

The primary appeal lies in this generous lot size, which provides ample room for gardening, expansion, or future redevelopment. It suits a practical buyer—perhaps a first-time homeowner, an investor, or a downsizer—who sees potential beyond the existing footprint. This buyer values the opportunity to add value through landscaping, a garage, or a thoughtful addition more than they require a large, move-in-ready interior. It’s a property for those comfortable with a home of average size and condition but who recognize the long-term advantage and rarity of a larger lot in a settled neighbourhood.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is the house in need of major updates?
As a home built in 1947, buyers should anticipate elements typical of its age. While the public data doesn't specify condition, a home of this vintage likely requires modernized systems (like plumbing or electrical) and cosmetic updates. A thorough inspection is essential.

2. Why is the assessed value so much lower than the recent sold price?
The assessed value (approximately $28,800) is for municipal tax purposes and is often significantly lower than market value. The property sold in the $250k-$300k range in 2023, which is the relevant figure for understanding its market price.

3. What can I do with such a large lot?
The lot size is the key feature. Potential uses include creating extensive garden or recreational space, adding a substantial detached garage or workshop, or potentially expanding the home itself (subject to local zoning and permit approvals).

4. How does this property compare to others nearby?
The home is very average for the area in terms of size, age, and assessed value. Its key differentiator is the lot, which is notably larger than those of immediate neighbours, where the average lot size is around 4,100 sqft.

5. How can I find out the exact past sale price?
The listed sale price is a public range. The exact sale price can be requested directly from the site via email; they provide this data manually and state they do not use requests for unsolicited marketing.

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