1266 Riddle Avenue

Minto, Winnipeg

Property score

52.7

Fair

Overall 52.7 · Newer than most nearby homes

864 sqft (bottom 35%) · Built in 1951 (18 yrs newer than avg)

Located in a above-average income area with median household income of ~77.5k

Transit 100.0 · 2-min walk to transit with 6 nearby routes · Within 500m: 8 dining spots, 4 schools, 1 shop, and 3 parks nearby

Living Area

Below average

19% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Above average

18 yrs newer than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 74%Tagalog · 6%

Past 10 years Minto sales snapshot (~80% of all data)

Sold Count

825

Median price

271.7k

$/sqft

$287/sqft

Avg build year

1933

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Property score

52.7 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

35.0Low
Living Area864 sqft32Low
Year Built195136Low
Lot Size3,214 sqft38Low
Neighbourhood Sales Activity59Fair

Community Score

79.3Good
Household Income76Good
Education Level72Good
Housing Stress93Excellent
Core Housing Need100Excellent
Employment Health76Good

Neighbourhood Sales

Minto

How to read: Share of sales in each ~$50k price band for “minto” (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: #46110110

Community deep dive

$78K

Median household income

$97K

Average household income

15%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.2

Income inequality (Gini)

3.3

P90 / P10 ratio

32%

Single-person households

23%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)427
Labour force participation rate71%
Median age36.8
Avg household size2.5
Unemployment rate9%
Population density2846 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)15%
Single-person households32%
Couple families with children23%
Median household income (2020)$78K

Housing

Renter households20%
Condominium dwellings0%
Median dwelling value (owners)$276K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)19%
Visible minority16%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)39%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 74%
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

around average
864 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 25%Same areaBottom 35%CitywideBottom 14%
Same street · Riddle Avenue
#6 / 8
Bottom 25% · Avg 1,348 sqft
Same area · Minto
#1,342 / 2,063
Bottom 35% · Avg 1,060 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#167,924 / 194,458
Bottom 14% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

around average
263k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 12%Same areaTop 38%CitywideBottom 20%
Same street · Riddle Avenue
#7 / 8
Bottom 12% · Avg 289.9k
Same area · Minto
#786 / 2,063
Top 38% · Avg 254.6k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#155,181 / 194,458
Bottom 20% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

above average
1951
0255075100
Same streetTop 50%Same areaTop 12%CitywideBottom 29%

Lot Size

around average
3,214 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 25%Same areaTop 44%CitywideBottom 15%

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Transit & Walkability

Nearby stops, routes & transit score

Nearby Amenities

Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more

1266 Riddle Avenue — 23 amenities found within 500 m, across 7 categories, including 8 dining (nearest 63 m), 4 education (nearest 199 m), 1 shopping (nearest 305 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining8
🏫Education4
🛒Shopping1
🌳Parks3
🏦Finance2
Fuel Stations1
Worship4

Crime & Safety

Minto · WPS public data · 2026

Annual incidents

48

2026

vs. city avg

+63%

relative to avg

Year-over-year

-92%

vs. prior year

Primary type

Other

46%

Full crime data for Minto →Winnipeg crime overview →

Sales History

Sold 2/2020CA$150k–200k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 1%

Same area

Bottom 16%

City-wide

Bottom 9%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 1266 Riddle Avenue, Winnipeg

Property Overview & Key Characteristics

This home at 1266 Riddle Avenue in Winnipeg's Minto neighbourhood presents a specific and practical value proposition. Its key appeal lies in its efficiency and affordability, underscored by a very low municipal assessed value. With 864 square feet of living space on a 3,214 sqft lot, it is a compact property, smaller than many homes on its own street but closer to the average size within the Minto area itself. Built in 1951, it is a relatively newer home compared to many in its immediate community.

The primary draw is financial accessibility. The assessed value places it well below averages for the street and the wider city, suggesting a lower entry point for ownership costs like property taxes. This makes it a candidate for first-time buyers, investors seeking a rental property with a lower tax burden, or those looking to downsize into a manageable, no-frills home. Its smaller scale also implies lower utility and maintenance costs. A thoughtful perspective is that while the lot is not large, its size is typical for the area and could offer adequate outdoor space without demanding extensive upkeep.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Why is the assessed value so much lower than the averages shown?
The assessed value is set by the municipal government for taxation purposes and is based on factors like lot size, building size, age, and general condition. This home's compact size and modest characteristics result in a lower assessment compared to larger, more renovated, or differently configured homes in the comparison groups.

2. How does the sold price from 2020 relate to today's value?
The prior sale price (estimated between $150k-$200k in 2020) provides historical context, but market conditions, interest rates, and the property's current state have likely changed since then. It should not be used as a direct indicator of present market value without a current professional appraisal or comparative market analysis.

3. What does it mean that the home is "newer" than many in Minto?
Built in 1951, this home is younger than many in the neighbourhood, which can be an advantage. It may have construction methods or materials that differ from the area's older stock, and major components like the foundation or original plumbing might have more longevity than those in homes built in the early 1900s.

4. Is the smaller living area a concern?
The 864 sqft footprint is efficient. It suits buyers looking for minimal space to heat, clean, and maintain. It would be ideal for a single person, a couple, or a small household. Valuing function over spaciousness is key; the layout and flow of the rooms will be more important than the square footage alone.

5. How can I get the exact historical sold price?
The exact sale price is not published in the public record. As noted on the detail page, you can request this information directly by emailing the site administrators, who manually provide the data without using your email for marketing purposes.

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