605 Melrose Avenue W

Melrose, Winnipeg

Property score

57.7

Fair

Overall 57.7 · Newer than most nearby homes

1,002 sqft (top 40%) · Built in 1959 (12 yrs newer than avg)

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

Transit 86.0 · 4-min walk to transit with 4 nearby routes · Within 500m: 4 dining spots, 1 school, 3 healthcare facilitys, and 1 shop nearby

Living Area

Near average

3% larger than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Above average

12 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

57.7 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

53.2Fair
Living Area1,002 sqft52Fair
Year Built195943Low
Lot Size4,999 sqft60Fair
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
1,002 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 41%Same areaTop 40%CitywideBottom 26%
Same street · Melrose Avenue W
#139 / 342
Top 41% · Avg 980 sqft
Same area · Melrose
#221 / 557
Top 40% · Avg 973 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#143,354 / 194,458
Bottom 26% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

above average
316k
0255075100
Same streetTop 21%Same areaTop 20%CitywideBottom 34%
Same street · Melrose Avenue W
#71 / 342
Top 21% · Avg 275k
Same area · Melrose
#109 / 557
Top 20% · Avg 272.5k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#128,013 / 194,458
Bottom 34% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

above average
1959
0255075100
Same streetTop 25%Same areaTop 24%CitywideBottom 40%

Lot Size

above average
4,999 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 21%Same areaTop 20%CitywideBottom 45%

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

605 Melrose Avenue W — 16 amenities found within 500 m, across 9 categories, including 4 dining (nearest 429 m), 1 education (nearest 399 m), 3 healthcare (nearest 477 m).

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🍽️Dining4
🏫Education1
🏥Healthcare3
🛒Shopping1
🌳Parks2
💪Sports1
🏦Finance1
Fuel Stations1
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 8/2021CA$300k–350k
Sold price

Same street

Top 14%

Same area

Top 13%

City-wide

Bottom 46%

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Highlights & common questions: 605 Melrose Avenue W, Winnipeg

Property Overview & Key Characteristics

This home at 605 Melrose Avenue W presents a solid, grounded opportunity in Winnipeg's Melrose neighbourhood. Built in 1959, it is a newer construction compared to many homes on its street and in the immediate area. Its primary appeal lies in the balance it strikes: a comfortable 1,002 sqft living space situated on a notably generous lot of nearly 5,000 sqft, which is larger than most neighbouring properties. This combination suggests good value for the lot size and a home that is well-sized for its locale.

The assessed value is above average for both the street and the broader Melrose area, indicating that the property is viewed favourably relative to its direct peers. A less obvious perspective is that while the home's size is modest by city-wide standards, its above-average positioning within its own community highlights the value of location and lot size over sheer square footage here. It would suit a first-time buyer or downsizer looking for a manageable home with valuable outdoor space in an established neighbourhood, without the premium or maintenance of a much larger city-wide property.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How does this home compare to others nearby?
The data shows this property is consistently above average for its immediate area in key metrics like lot size, assessed value, and year built. Its living area is on par with local averages, making it a competitively sized home for the Melrose neighbourhood.

2. What is the potential for expansion or renovation?
The lot size is a significant asset, being larger than most on the street. This could provide flexibility for future additions, a garage, or landscaping projects, subject to local zoning and permit approvals.

3. What can the past sale price tell me?
The home sold between $300k-$350k in 2021. This provides a recent market benchmark, but the current assessed value and market conditions will be the primary drivers for today's listing price.

4. Is the age of the home a concern?
Built in 1959, the home is newer than many in the area. While this can mean updated systems compared to pre-war homes, a standard inspection is always recommended to assess the condition of the roof, wiring, plumbing, and foundation.

5. How can I get more precise historical data?
The exact historical sold price is available upon request from the listing service. You can provide your email to receive the precise figure, as publicly displayed prices are often presented as a range.

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