503 Besant Street

Munroe East, Winnipeg

Property score

54.9

Fair

Overall 54.9 · Compared with neighbourhood average

1,013 sqft (top 48%) · Built in 1960

Located in a average-income area with median household income of ~61.2k

Transit 80.0 · 3-min walk to transit with 3 nearby routes · Within 500m: 3 schools, 2 parks, and 3 place of worships nearby

Living Area

Near average

0% larger than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Near average

0 yrs newer than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 66%Tagalog · 5%

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

Sold Count

780

Median price

313.8k

$/sqft

$339/sqft

Avg build year

1960

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Property score

54.9 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

51.5Fair
Living Area1,013 sqft52Fair
Year Built196043Low
Lot Size5,289 sqft67Good
Neighbourhood Sales Activity32Low

Community Score

60.1Fair
Household Income64Fair
Education Level54Fair
Housing Stress63Fair
Core Housing Need50Fair
Employment Health60Fair

Neighbourhood Sales

Munroe East

How to read: Share of sales in each ~$50k price band for “munroe east” (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: #46111145

Community deep dive

$61K

Median household income

$69K

Average household income

25%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.2

Income inequality (Gini)

3.2

P90 / P10 ratio

28%

Single-person households

25%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)1,714
Labour force participation rate68%
Median age31.4
Avg household size2.7
Unemployment rate15%
Population density5356 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)25%
Single-person households28%
Couple families with children25%
Median household income (2020)$61K

Housing

Renter households74%
Condominium dwellings0%
Median dwelling value (owners)$300K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)29%
Visible minority43%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)26%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 66%
Mother tongue (2nd)Tagalog · 4%

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

Rankings

Living Area

around average
1,013 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 40%Same areaTop 48%CitywideBottom 27%
Same street · Besant Street
#31 / 52
Bottom 40% · Avg 1,020 sqft
Same area · Munroe East
#1,073 / 2,226
Top 48% · Avg 1,009 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#141,147 / 194,458
Bottom 27% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

around average
306k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 48%Same areaTop 40%CitywideBottom 31%
Same street · Besant Street
#27 / 52
Bottom 48% · Avg 301.1k
Same area · Munroe East
#893 / 2,226
Top 40% · Avg 293.5k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#134,217 / 194,458
Bottom 31% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

above average
1960
0255075100
Same streetTop 8%Same areaTop 37%CitywideBottom 42%

Lot Size

above average
5,289 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 38%Same areaTop 30%CitywideTop 48%

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

503 Besant Street — 8 amenities found within 500 m, across 3 categories, including 3 education (nearest 94 m), 2 parks (nearest 284 m).

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🏫Education3
🌳Parks2
Worship3

Crime & Safety

Munroe East · WPS public data · 2026

Annual incidents

33

2026

vs. city avg

+12%

relative to avg

Year-over-year

-93%

vs. prior year

Primary type

Property

52%

Sales History

Sold 4/2024CA$350k–400k
Sold price

Same street

Top 10%

Same area

Top 8%

City-wide

Top 40%

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Highlights & common questions: 503 Besant Street, Winnipeg

Property Overview: 503 Besant Street, Winnipeg

Key Characteristics & Appeal

This home at 503 Besant Street in Munroe East is a practical and grounded offering. Built in 1960, it is notably newer than most on its own street, potentially suggesting fewer age-related concerns than some immediate neighbors. With just over 1,000 square feet of living space and a 5,289 sqft lot, the property provides a manageable footprint. Its appeal lies in its solid positional metrics within the local context: it consistently ranks around or above average for its immediate area and street in key categories like lot size, assessed value, and year built. This indicates a property that aligns well with its neighbourhood's character without standing out for negative reasons.

It would suit a first-time homebuyer or a downsizer looking for an honest, no-fuss home in an established area. The lot size, which is above average for Munroe East, offers a less obvious advantage: room for gardening, expansion, or simply more private outdoor space than many nearby properties. Recent sale activity (2024) in a range of $350k-$400k places it competitively, suggesting a market-tested value. This is a home for someone who prioritizes neighbourhood fit and lot potential over a large interior or a brand-new build.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How does this home compare to others on the street?
It holds its own. It's newer than most homes on Besant Street (ranking in the top 8%) and is very typical in terms of living area and assessed value for the street, meaning it's neither the largest nor the smallest.

2. What is the significance of the lot size?
At 5,289 sqft, the lot is larger than the average for the wider Munroe East area. This is a key feature, providing more yard space than many comparable properties in the neighbourhood.

3. What does the assessed value tell me?
The assessed value of $30,600 is close to the average for both the street and the area. It's important to note this is for municipal tax purposes; the recent sold price range of $350k-$400k reflects the actual market value.

4. Is the living space small?
At 1,013 sqft, it is slightly below the city-wide average for homes. However, it is perfectly in line with the average for both Besant Street and the Munroe East area, representing a typical size for this community.

5. How can I get the exact sold price?
The precise sold price is not publicly displayed. You can request it by email via the button on the listing page. The service is manual, with a same-day response aim, and your email is not used for marketing spam.

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