523 Melrose Avenue W

Melrose, Winnipeg

Property score

52.5

Fair

Overall 52.5 · Newer than most nearby homes

920 sqft (top 50%) · Built in 1961 (14 yrs newer than avg)

Located in a above-average income area with median household income of ~73.5k

Transit 74.0 · 3-min walk to transit with 2 nearby routes · Within 500m: 2 parks, and 1 place of worship nearby

Living Area

Near average

5% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Above average

14 yrs newer than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 74%Tagalog · 9%

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

52.5 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

44.5Low
Living Area920 sqft42Low
Year Built196146Low
Lot Size3,299 sqft38Low
Neighbourhood Sales Activity88Excellent

Community Score

64.5Fair
Household Income74Good
Education Level34Low
Housing Stress63Fair
Core Housing Need76Good
Employment Health68Good

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: #46110823

Community deep dive

$74K

Median household income

$79K

Average household income

10%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.2

Income inequality (Gini)

2.6

P90 / P10 ratio

32%

Single-person households

27%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)642
Labour force participation rate71%
Median age37.6
Avg household size2.3
Unemployment rate11%
Population density2675 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)10%
Single-person households32%
Couple families with children27%
Median household income (2020)$74K

Housing

Renter households32%
Condominium dwellings7%
Median dwelling value (owners)$250K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)15%
Visible minority18%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)15%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 74%
Mother tongue (2nd)Tagalog · 8%

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

Rankings

Living Area

around average
920 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 49%Same areaTop 50%CitywideBottom 18%
Same street · Melrose Avenue W
#175 / 342
Bottom 49% · Avg 980 sqft
Same area · Melrose
#278 / 557
Top 50% · Avg 973 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#158,755 / 194,458
Bottom 18% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

around average
296k
0255075100
Same streetTop 35%Same areaTop 32%CitywideBottom 28%
Same street · Melrose Avenue W
#118 / 342
Top 35% · Avg 275k
Same area · Melrose
#181 / 557
Top 32% · Avg 272.5k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#139,773 / 194,458
Bottom 28% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

above average
1961
0255075100
Same streetTop 21%Same areaTop 19%CitywideBottom 43%

Lot Size

around average
3,299 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 32%Same areaBottom 31%CitywideBottom 17%

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

523 Melrose Avenue W — 3 amenities found within 500 m, across 2 categories, including 2 parks (nearest 450 m).

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🌳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 5/2016CA$200k–250k
Sold price

Same street

Top 48%

Same area

Top 46%

City-wide

Bottom 19%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 523 Melrose Avenue W, Winnipeg

Property Overview

523 Melrose Avenue W is a 920 sqft bungalow built in 1961, situated on a 3,299 sqft lot in Winnipeg's Melrose neighbourhood. Its key appeal lies in its relative modernity compared to other homes on the street and in the immediate area, as it is newer than many neighbouring properties. The home presents a practical, no-frills opportunity. Its assessed value is modest and in line with area averages, suggesting a manageable entry point into the market.

This property would suit a first-time buyer or an investor looking for a straightforward, functional home without the premium of a larger lot or extensive square footage. It’s a home for those who prioritize location and a simpler footprint over size, potentially offering lower maintenance and utility costs. A thoughtful perspective is that while the lot is smaller than the city average, it may represent a more manageable yard for those not seeking extensive outdoor upkeep.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How does this home’s size compare to others nearby?
At 920 sqft, the living area is very close to the average for both Melrose Avenue and the broader Melrose area, making it a typical-sized home for this specific location.

2. Is the assessed value a reliable indicator of the selling price?
The assessed value is for municipal tax purposes and is often lower than market value. It’s a useful benchmark, but the final sale price will be determined by current market conditions. This home last sold for an estimated $200k-$250k in 2016.

3. What does it mean that the home is "above average" for year built?
Built in 1961, this home is newer than many on its street and in the area, where average build years are 1948 and 1947, respectively. This could imply potentially fewer issues with outdated building materials or systems common in older homes.

4. How does the lot size impact potential?
The lot is 3,299 sqft, which is smaller than the city average but typical for the street. This limits possibilities for large additions but may be ideal for those seeking minimal yard maintenance.

5. How can I find out the exact historical sale prices?
The provided sale prices are estimated ranges from public data. You can request the exact sold price history by emailing the listing service, which provides this detail manually without using your email for marketing.

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