866 Strathcona Street

Minto, Winnipeg

Property score

45.6

Below average

Overall 45.6 · Older than most nearby homes

864 sqft (bottom 35%) · Built in 1913 (20 yrs older than avg)

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

Transit 86.0 · 4-min walk to transit with 4 nearby routes · Within 500m: 5 dining spots, 1 school, 1 shop, and 1 park nearby

Living Area

Below average

19% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Below average

20 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

45.6 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

32.2Low
Living Area32
864 sqftLow
Year Built16
1913Low
Lot Size46
3,782 sqftLow
Neighbourhood Sales Activity59
Fair

Community Score

65.8Good
Household Income74
Good
Education Level63
Fair
Housing Stress52
Fair
Core Housing Need50
Fair
Employment Health60
Fair

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

around average
864 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 42%Same areaBottom 35%CitywideBottom 14%
Same street · Strathcona Street
#209 / 361
Bottom 42% · Avg 1,015 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

below average
203k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 16%Same areaBottom 12%CitywideBottom 9%
Same street · Strathcona Street
#302 / 361
Bottom 16% · Avg 248.8k
Same area · Minto
#1,809 / 2,063
Bottom 12% · Avg 254.6k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#177,659 / 194,458
Bottom 9% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

around average
1913
0255075100
Same streetBottom 33%Same areaBottom 24%CitywideBottom 10%

Lot Size

above average
3,782 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 42%Same areaTop 24%CitywideBottom 23%

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

866 Strathcona Street — 8 amenities found within 500 m, across 4 categories, including 5 dining (nearest 249 m), 1 education (nearest 445 m), 1 shopping (nearest 458 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining5
🏫Education1
🛒Shopping1
🌳Parks1

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 11/2016CA$150k–200k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 9%

Same area

Bottom 10%

City-wide

Bottom 8%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 866 Strathcona Street, Winnipeg

Property Overview: 866 Strathcona Street, Winnipeg

Key Characteristics & Appeal

This home at 866 Strathcona Street in the Minto neighbourhood is a property defined by its practical proportions and its position within the local market. Built in 1913, it offers 864 square feet of living space on a notably generous 3,782 square foot lot for the area—ranking in the top 24% locally for land size. This presents a classic scenario: a compact, older home on a larger-than-average parcel of land for its immediate community.

Its primary appeal lies in its affordability and potential. With a municipal assessed value significantly below area and city averages, it represents a clear entry point into homeownership. The lot size is a standout feature, offering valuable outdoor space or future expansion possibilities that are less common in the neighbourhood. The home suits first-time buyers, practical downsizers, or value-oriented investors who are comfortable with a property that requires updates. It’s for those who see the underlying asset—the land and the structure’s location—and are prepared to invest sweat equity or capital over time to modernize it. A less obvious perspective is that its below-average assessment, while reflecting its age and condition, could also indicate a slower pace of property tax increases relative to rapidly appreciating areas, which some buyers may find appealing.


Frequently Asked Questions

1. Why is the assessed value so much lower than the city average?
The assessed value is based on the property's specific characteristics—its age, size, condition, and recent sales in the area. As an older, smaller home in need of updates, its assessment is understandably lower than the city-wide average, which includes many newer and larger homes.

2. What does the lot size mean for me?
At 3,782 sq. ft., the lot is larger than most in the Minto area. This provides more private outdoor space than typical and could be a factor for gardening, recreation, or future projects like an addition, garage, or deck, subject to local zoning bylaws.

3. How does the 1913 build year affect the home?
Homes from this era often feature solid construction but will likely require updates to major systems like wiring, plumbing, and insulation. Prospective buyers should budget for maintenance and modernization, and a thorough home inspection is essential.

4. The last sale was between $150k-$200k in 2016. What does that tell me?
This gives a historical benchmark, but the current market value will be determined by today’s conditions, any changes made to the property since then, and recent comparable sales. It highlights the home’s long-standing position as a more affordable option.

5. Who would this property not be suitable for?
It may not suit buyers seeking a move-in-ready, modern home with no immediate projects. Those with a low tolerance for renovation or who prioritize above-average interior square footage and newer amenities might find better options elsewhere.