796 Strathcona Street

Minto, Winnipeg

Property score

56.3

Fair

Overall 56.3 · Larger but older than most nearby homes

1,233 sqft (top 25%) · Built in 1911 (22 yrs older than avg)

Located in a above-average income area with median household income of ~72.5k

Transit 74.0 · 2-min walk to transit with 2 nearby routes · Within 500m: 7 dining spots, 1 school, 3 parks, and 2 place of worships nearby

Living Area

Above average

16% larger than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Below average

22 yrs older than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 65%Tagalog · 10%

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

56.3 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

49.9Low
Living Area1,233 sqft66Good
Year Built191116Low
Lot Size2,562 sqft28Low
Neighbourhood Sales Activity59Fair

Community Score

65.8Good
Household Income74Good
Education Level63Fair
Housing Stress52Fair
Core Housing Need50Fair
Employment Health60Fair

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: #46110113

Community deep dive

$73K

Median household income

$78K

Average household income

12%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.3

Income inequality (Gini)

3.2

P90 / P10 ratio

29%

Single-person households

21%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)775
Labour force participation rate69%
Median age34.0
Avg household size2.4
Unemployment rate14%
Population density968 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)12%
Single-person households29%
Couple families with children21%
Median household income (2020)$73K

Housing

Renter households58%
Condominium dwellings0%
Median dwelling value (owners)$300K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)32%
Visible minority45%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)34%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 64%
Mother tongue (2nd)Tagalog · 9%

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

Rankings

Living Area

above average
1,233 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 22%Same areaTop 25%CitywideTop 47%
Same street · Strathcona Street
#79 / 361
Top 22% · Avg 1,015 sqft
Same area · Minto
#509 / 2,063
Top 25% · Avg 1,060 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#91,459 / 194,458
Top 47% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

around average
245k
0255075100
Same streetTop 50%Same areaBottom 44%CitywideBottom 16%
Same street · Strathcona Street
#179 / 361
Top 50% · Avg 248.8k
Same area · Minto
#1,152 / 2,063
Bottom 44% · Avg 254.6k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#163,299 / 194,458
Bottom 16% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

below average
1911
0255075100
Same streetBottom 19%Same areaBottom 12%CitywideBottom 7%

Lot Size

around average
2,562 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 30%Same areaBottom 29%CitywideBottom 6%

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Transit & Walkability

Nearby stops, routes & transit score

Nearby Amenities

Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more

796 Strathcona Street — 13 amenities found within 500 m, across 4 categories, including 7 dining (nearest 237 m), 1 education (nearest 348 m), 3 parks (nearest 335 m).

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🍽️Dining7
🏫Education1
🌳Parks3
Worship2

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 9/2019CA$150k–200k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 13%

Same area

Bottom 12%

City-wide

Bottom 8%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 796 Strathcona Street, Winnipeg

Property Overview: 796 Strathcona Street, Winnipeg

Key Characteristics & Appeal

This home at 796 Strathcona Street in the Minto neighbourhood presents a distinct profile defined by its early 20th-century origins and its position within the local market. Built in 1911, it is a historically rooted property, older than most homes on its street and significantly older than the Winnipeg average. Its primary appeal lies in its efficient use of space; with 1,233 sqft of living area, it offers more room than most comparable homes in both Minto and on Strathcona Street itself, providing above-average interior space for the immediate area.

The assessed value is modest and aligns closely with neighbouring properties, but it sits notably below the city-wide average for home values. This creates a value proposition for a specific buyer: someone seeking a character home in a central location without a premium price tag, who is prepared for the realities of maintaining an older structure. The lot size is compact relative to the city norm, which suggests lower maintenance but less private outdoor space.

This property would best suit a pragmatic first-time homebuyer or an investor looking for a character property with established rental history in a central neighbourhood. It is less suited for those seeking a modern, move-in-ready home or expansive yard space. A thoughtful perspective is that its older age and below-average city-wide valuation could represent an opportunity for value-adding renovation, provided the buyer is prepared for the potential complexities of updating a 115-year-old home.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Why is the assessed value so much lower than the city-wide average?
Assessed value is not market value. It is used for calculating property taxes and is often lower, especially in older, central neighbourhoods where land and home values are typically less than in newer suburban areas.

2. What does the older year built (1911) mean for me as a buyer?
It indicates a home with character and likely original architectural details. However, it also means you should prioritize a thorough inspection for foundational integrity, wiring, plumbing, and insulation, as updates may be needed to meet modern standards.

3. The living area is above average for the street, but the lot size is below average. What does this mean?
This suggests the home makes efficient use of its footprint, potentially feeling spacious inside. The smaller lot means less yard maintenance but also limited potential for expansions like a large addition or garage without variances.

4. How reliable are the sold price ranges shown?
The ranges are based on publicly available data. For the exact historical sale price, you must request it via email, as the provider manually verifies this information from non-public sources to ensure accuracy.

5. The home last sold between 2019-2025. What factors could influence its current market price?
Since its last sale, market conditions, interest rates, any completed renovations, and the overall maintenance of the property will be the largest factors. Its price will be influenced more by recent sales of similar homes in Minto than by its older assessed value.

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