628 Melrose Avenue W

Melrose, Winnipeg

46.9

Below average

Overall 46.9

Smaller but newer than most nearby homes

736 sqft (bottom 19%)

Built in 1958 (11 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: 4 dining spots, 1 school, 3 healthcare facilitys, and 1 shop nearby

Living Area

Below average

24% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Above average

11 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

46.9 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

35.2Low
Living Area736 sqft22Low
Year Built195843Low
Lot Size4,949 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

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
275k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 47%Same areaTop 48%CitywideBottom 23%
Same street · Melrose Avenue W
#180 / 342
Bottom 47% · Avg 275k
Same area · Melrose
#267 / 557
Top 48% · Avg 272.5k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#149,786 / 194,458
Bottom 23% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

above average
1958
0255075100
Same streetTop 29%Same areaTop 27%CitywideBottom 39%

Lot Size

above average
4,949 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 24%Same areaTop 22%CitywideBottom 42%

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

628 Melrose Avenue W — 18 amenities found within 500 m, across 9 categories, including 4 dining (nearest 315 m), 1 education (nearest 360 m), 3 healthcare (nearest 394 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining4
🏫Education1
🏥Healthcare3
🛒Shopping1
🌳Parks4
💪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 4/2020CA$200k–250k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 34%

Same area

Bottom 38%

City-wide

Bottom 14%

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Highlights & common questions: 628 Melrose Avenue W, Winnipeg

Property Overview: 628 Melrose Avenue W, Winnipeg

Key Characteristics & Appeal

This 736 sqft bungalow, built in 1958, presents a classic Winnipeg opportunity centered on land value and location. Its primary appeal lies in its proportionally large, 4,949 sqft lot, which ranks well above average for both its immediate street and the broader Melrose area. This creates significant potential for expansion, gardening, or outdoor space—a notable advantage over newer infill properties. While the living area is compact compared to city averages, the assessed value is consistent with local norms, suggesting the price reflects the land asset rather than the home's size.

The property suits practical, value-oriented buyers. It's ideal for a first-time homeowner comfortable with a smaller footprint who sees long-term potential in the lot, or an investor looking for a land-hold in a stable neighbourhood. Its recent sale history (between $200k-$250k in 2020) and current assessment indicate an accessible entry point into the market. A thoughtful perspective is that this home represents the "bones" of a neighbourhood—a postwar property on a generous lot where the value is more about what you can do with it over time than what it offers immediately.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is the house too small?
At 736 sqft, the living space is below the average for Winnipeg. It would suit individuals, couples, or small families comfortable with efficient living. The trade-off is the larger-than-average lot, which offers room for future additions.

2. What does the assessed value tell us?
The assessed value of $27,500 is around average for Melrose. This indicates the property is priced consistently within its local market, with the valuation likely anchored by the land size rather than the modest home.

3. How does the lot size compare?
The 4,949 sqft lot is a key feature. It ranks in the top 24% on its street and top 22% in the Melrose area, meaning it's significantly larger than many neighbouring properties, offering more privacy and potential.

4. Is the age of the home a concern?
Built in 1958, the home is newer than many on its street. While this suggests potentially fewer immediate issues than some older houses, a thorough inspection for updates to major systems (roof, wiring, plumbing) is always recommended for a home of this era.

5. How can I find out the exact past sale price?
The listed sale price is a public data range. You can request the exact historical sale price by emailing the site via the provided button. They provide this detail manually and do not use the request for marketing spam.

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