Property score
45.5
Below average
Overall 45.5 · Smaller but newer than most nearby homes
713 sqft (bottom 12%) · Built in 1944 (11 yrs newer than avg)
Located in a above-average income area with median household income of ~83k
Transit 80.0 · 3-min walk to transit with 3 nearby routes · Within 500m: 3 dining spots, 1 shop, 2 parks, and 1 sports facility nearby
Living Area
Below average
33% smaller than neighborhood avg.
Year Built
Above average
11 yrs newer than neighborhood avg.
Mother tongue
English · 64%Tagalog · 13%
Past 10 years Minto sales snapshot (~80% of all data)
825
271.7k
$287/sqft
1933
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45.5 is composed by the two sections below.
Property Score
Community Score
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.
Sales-to-New-Listings
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
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.
Dissemination area (DA) — Statistics Canada 2021 Census · Area: #46110117
$83K
Median household income
$82K
Average household income
12%
Low income (LIM-AT)
0.2
Income inequality (Gini)
2.8
P90 / P10 ratio
26%
Single-person households
28%
Families with children
Figures are for the census dissemination area containing this listing location; sources and margins may apply per Statistics Canada.
Rank by land area, larger = better rank
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Bar: fill length ≈ share of peers you outperform. Fill color reflects tier (red / blue / amber / gray). “Avg” is a rough median benchmark for comparable homes in that scope.
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Nearby stops, routes & transit score
Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more
961 Strathcona Street — 8 amenities found within 500 m, across 5 categories, including 3 dining (nearest 476 m), 1 shopping (nearest 231 m), 2 parks (nearest 438 m).
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%
Same street
Same area
City-wide
| Metric | Same street | Same area | City-wide |
|---|---|---|---|
Sold price | Top 28% | Top 27% | Bottom 32% |
Same street
Same area
City-wide
| Metric | Same street | Same area | City-wide |
|---|---|---|---|
Sold price | Bottom 42% | Bottom 40% | Bottom 19% |
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Address · Year Built · Living Area
Address · Distance
Address · Tax-Assessed Value
Property Overview: 961 Strathcona Street, Winnipeg
Section 1: Key Characteristics & Appeal
This is a compact, 713-square-foot home built in 1944 on a generous 3,821-square-foot lot in the Minto neighbourhood. Its key appeal lies in its position as a modest, entry-level property with a lot size that stands out positively within its immediate area. The home is notably smaller than most comparable properties locally and city-wide, which suggests a lower-maintenance interior. However, its lot is above average for Minto, offering valuable outdoor space or future potential relative to nearby homes.
The property would best suit first-time buyers, downsizers, or investors seeking an affordable entry point into the Winnipeg market. It’s for those who prioritize lot size over living space and are comfortable with a home that requires personalization or updates, as is typical for a house of this age. A thoughtful perspective is that this property represents a strategic trade-off: accepting a smaller interior footprint to secure a more substantial piece of land in an established neighbourhood, which can be a wiser long-term investment than a larger home on a smaller lot.
Section 2: Frequently Asked Questions
1. How does the home’s size compare to others?
At 713 sqft, the living area is significantly below the average for similar homes on its street, in Minto, and across Winnipeg. This indicates a compact, efficient layout.
2. What is the significance of the lot size?
The 3,821 sqft lot is a key feature. It is larger than the average lot for both the Minto area and Strathcona Street, offering more outdoor space than many neighbouring properties.
3. What does the assessed value tell us?
The assessed value of $25,800 is around average for Strathcona Street and Minto but is well below the Winnipeg city average for homes, reflecting the property’s modest scale and likely its older condition.
4. What can recent sale prices indicate?
The home sold in the $250k-$300k range in 2023. This final sale price, well above the assessed value, is a more accurate indicator of its market value and shows strong demand for well-located lots.
5. Who typically buys a home like this?
This property is typically attractive to first-time buyers or practical investors due to its affordability and lot potential. It may also appeal to downsizers looking to reduce interior maintenance without giving up a sizable yard.
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