437 Melrose Avenue W

Melrose, Winnipeg

Property score

49.0

Below average

Overall 49.0 · Smaller than most nearby homes

736 sqft (bottom 19%) · Built in 1955 (8 yrs newer than avg)

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: 1 park, and 1 place of worship nearby

Living Area

Below average

24% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Near average

8 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

49.0 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

33.8Low
Living Area736 sqft22Low
Year Built195536Low
Lot Size4,897 sqft60Fair
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

below average
736 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 16%Same areaBottom 19%CitywideBottom 6%
Same street · Melrose Avenue W
#287 / 342
Bottom 16% · Avg 980 sqft
Same area · Melrose
#453 / 557
Bottom 19% · Avg 973 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#183,409 / 194,458
Bottom 6% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

around average
299k
0255075100
Same streetTop 32%Same areaTop 31%CitywideBottom 29%
Same street · Melrose Avenue W
#110 / 342
Top 32% · Avg 275k
Same area · Melrose
#170 / 557
Top 31% · Avg 272.5k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#138,166 / 194,458
Bottom 29% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

around average
1955
0255075100
Same streetTop 42%Same areaTop 37%CitywideBottom 34%

Lot Size

above average
4,897 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 29%Same areaTop 27%CitywideBottom 41%

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Transit & Walkability

Nearby stops, routes & transit score

Nearby Amenities

Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more

437 Melrose Avenue W — 2 amenities found within 500 m, across 2 categories, including 1 parks (nearest 364 m).

Search radius
🌳Parks1
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 3/2024CA$250k–300k
Sold price

Same street

Top 25%

Same area

Top 24%

City-wide

Bottom 36%
Sold 5/2019CA$200k–250k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 26%

Same area

Bottom 27%

City-wide

Bottom 12%

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Highlights & common questions: 437 Melrose Avenue W, Winnipeg

Property Summary: 437 Melrose Avenue W

Section 1: Key Characteristics & Appeal

This home presents a distinct value proposition centered on its generous lot. Built in 1955, the 736 sqft house is compact, ranking below average in size for its street, neighborhood, and the wider city. However, it sits on a 4,897 sqft lot that is notably larger than most in the immediate Melrose area. The assessed value is consistent with local norms but sits below the Winnipeg city average, suggesting a more accessible entry point.

Its primary appeal lies in this land-to-structure ratio. The property offers space for outdoor living, gardening, or future expansion—a relative rarity for the area. It suits a practical buyer, such as a first-time homeowner or an investor, who sees potential beyond the current footprint. The recent 2024 sale in the $250k-$300k range indicates active market interest. This isn’t a move-in-ready showcase; its value is grounded in its location and the possibilities of its parcel.

Section 2: Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is the house small compared to neighbors?
Yes. With 736 sqft of living area, it is smaller than the average home on Melrose Avenue W (approx. 980 sqft) and in the broader Melrose neighborhood (approx. 973 sqft).

2. What is the standout feature of this property?
The lot size. At 4,897 sqft, the land area is above average for both the street and the neighborhood, offering more outdoor space than surrounding properties.

3. How does its value compare?
The assessed value ($29,900) is around the local average for Melrose. However, it is below the city-wide average, which is skewed higher by newer or larger homes in other areas.

4. What does the sale history indicate?
It sold in 2024 for an estimated $250k-$300k, a price that ranked in the top 25% for the street that year. This suggests strong demand, potentially driven by the lot's value.

5. Who would this property suit best?
It’s ideal for a buyer comfortable with a modest-sized home who prioritizes land space. It could appeal to someone looking for a long-term hold with room to grow, or an investor seeing the underlying value of the lot in a established neighborhood.

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