525 Melrose Avenue W

Melrose, Winnipeg

Property score

50.9

Fair

Overall 50.9 · Compared with neighbourhood average

864 sqft (bottom 40%) · Built in 1955 (8 yrs newer than avg)

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

Transit 86.0 · 3-min walk to transit with 4 nearby routes · Within 500m: 2 parks, and 2 place of worships nearby

Living Area

Near average

11% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Near average

8 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

50.9 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

41.9Low
Living Area864 sqft32Low
Year Built195536Low
Lot Size5,998 sqft74Good
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
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

above average
322k
0255075100
Same streetTop 17%Same areaTop 17%CitywideBottom 36%
Same street · Melrose Avenue W
#58 / 342
Top 17% · Avg 275k
Same area · Melrose
#95 / 557
Top 17% · Avg 272.5k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#124,103 / 194,458
Bottom 36% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

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

Lot Size

Elite
5,998 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 5%Same areaTop 6%CitywideTop 32%

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Transit & Walkability

Nearby stops, routes & transit score

Nearby Amenities

Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more

525 Melrose Avenue W — 4 amenities found within 500 m, across 2 categories, including 2 parks (nearest 436 m).

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🌳Parks2
Worship2

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 7/2020CA$250k–300k
Sold price

Same street

Top 31%

Same area

Top 32%

City-wide

Bottom 31%

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Highlights & common questions: 525 Melrose Avenue W, Winnipeg

Property Overview: 525 Melrose Avenue W

Key Characteristics & Appeal

This home presents a compelling mix of space and value, with its standout feature being the generous 5,998 sqft lot, which ranks in the top 5% for size on Melrose Avenue West. This offers significant outdoor potential, from gardening to expansion, that is uncommon for the street. Built in 1955, the house itself is of average age for the area, with a living area of 864 sqft that is typical for the immediate neighbourhood but below the Winnipeg city average. This suggests a home well-suited for a smaller household, a first-time buyer, or an investor.

Its appeal lies in a strong value proposition within its community. The assessed value is notably above average for both the street and the broader Melrose area, indicating the property is considered a premium holding locally, likely driven by that substantial lot. For the right buyer, this represents an opportunity to own a property with a top-tier land asset in the area, where the value is anchored more in the land than in a large existing structure. It would suit a buyer looking for a manageable home with exceptional outdoor space, or someone with a vision to renovate or expand over time, leveraging the premium lot.


Frequently Asked Questions

1. Why is the assessed value above average for the street if the house is average in size and age?
The primary driver is the lot size. At nearly 6,000 sqft, the land parcel is significantly larger than most on the street, which is a major factor in property assessment and value.

2. Is the below-average living area (city-wide) a concern?
Not necessarily for everyone. The home's footprint is very typical for its specific neighbourhood, which consists of older, character homes. It reflects the scale of the community rather than being undersized for the area.

3. What does the sold price history (CA$250k–300k in 2020) tell us?
It provides a market benchmark from five years ago. Given that the assessed value is now considered above average locally, it indicates a trend of solid value retention or appreciation in this specific location over that period.

4. How should I interpret the "Elite" lot size ranking?
This is a relative strength. It means you are getting a land parcel that is rare and desirable for this specific street, offering more privacy, yard space, and future potential than almost all direct neighbours.

5. Who might this property not suit?
Buyers seeking a large, move-in-ready home with ample interior space may find it limiting. It's better suited for those who prioritize land size over square footage or who are comfortable with a home that may require updates common for its age.

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