640 Simpson Avenue

Munroe East, Winnipeg

Property score

52.5

Fair

Overall 52.5 · Older than most nearby homes

970 sqft (bottom 42%) · Built in 1957 (3 yrs older than avg)

Located in a above-average income area with median household income of ~72k

Transit 86.0 · 2-min walk to transit with 4 nearby routes · Within 500m: 1 dining spot, 1 shop, 1 fuel station, and 2 place of worships nearby

Living Area

Near average

4% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Below average

3 yrs older than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 72%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

52.5 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

44.4Low
Living Area970 sqft42Low
Year Built195743Low
Lot Size4,945 sqft60Fair
Neighbourhood Sales Activity32Low

Community Score

64.7Fair
Household Income72Good
Education Level34Low
Housing Stress83Excellent
Core Housing Need76Good
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: #46110697

Community deep dive

$72K

Median household income

$87K

Average household income

17%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.2

Income inequality (Gini)

3.1

P90 / P10 ratio

28%

Single-person households

24%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)615
Labour force participation rate61%
Median age38.8
Avg household size2.5
Unemployment rate9%
Population density3236 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)17%
Single-person households28%
Couple families with children24%
Median household income (2020)$72K

Housing

Renter households25%
Condominium dwellings0%
Median dwelling value (owners)$250K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)18%
Visible minority21%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)15%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 71%
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
970 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 46%Same areaBottom 42%CitywideBottom 23%
Same street · Simpson Avenue
#79 / 172
Top 46% · Avg 986 sqft
Same area · Munroe East
#1,294 / 2,226
Bottom 42% · Avg 1,009 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#149,374 / 194,458
Bottom 23% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

above average
316k
0255075100
Same streetTop 32%Same areaTop 29%CitywideBottom 34%
Same street · Simpson Avenue
#55 / 172
Top 32% · Avg 304.4k
Same area · Munroe East
#642 / 2,226
Top 29% · Avg 293.5k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#128,013 / 194,458
Bottom 34% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

around average
1957
0255075100
Same streetBottom 21%Same areaBottom 28%CitywideBottom 37%

Lot Size

around average
4,945 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 25%Same areaBottom 38%CitywideBottom 42%

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

640 Simpson Avenue — 6 amenities found within 500 m, across 5 categories, including 1 dining (nearest 292 m), 1 shopping (nearest 336 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining1
🛒Shopping1
Fuel Stations1
Worship2
🏛️Government1

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 5/2016CA$250k–300k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 39%

Same area

Top 43%

City-wide

Bottom 32%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 640 Simpson Avenue, Winnipeg

Property Overview: 640 Simpson Avenue, Winnipeg

Section 1: Key Characteristics & Appeal

This home is a classic post-war bungalow, built in 1957, offering a practical footprint of 970 sq.ft. on a nearly 5,000 sq.ft. lot in the Munroe East neighbourhood. Its primary appeal lies in its established, no-fuss character and its position as a solidly average property within its immediate area. The data suggests it's not an outlier in size or value, which can be reassuring for buyers seeking a stable, predictable entry into the market. The lot size is typical for the area, offering decent outdoor space without the burden of excessive maintenance.

The property would suit first-time buyers or practical downsizers looking for an affordable, low-pretension home in a mature neighbourhood. Its assessed value ranks above average for Munroe East, hinting at perceived stability or desirability within that specific community context. A thoughtful perspective is that while its living space is below the city-wide average, this translates to lower utility costs and less to maintain—a potential advantage for those prioritizing efficiency and simplicity over sheer size. It represents the value of a functional home in a settled location rather than a premium or fixer-upper opportunity.

Section 2: Frequently Asked Questions

1. How does this home truly compare to others nearby?
The data shows it is consistently "around average" for both living area and assessed value on its own street and in the Munroe East area. It’s a middle-of-the-road property in its direct peer group, not the largest or newest, but also not the smallest or lowest-valued.

2. What does the sold price history indicate?
It last sold between 2016 and 2025 for an estimated CA$250k–300k. This past sale price ranked in the top 43% for the Munroe East area at the time, suggesting it may have sold for a relatively strong price compared to its neighbours then.

3. Is the 1957 build date a concern?
The home is older than most on its street (ranking in the top 79%, meaning 79% of street homes are newer). While this typically indicates a greater potential for aging components needing updates, it's close to the average build year for the wider area and city. A thorough inspection is always advised for homes of this era.

4. How usable is the land?
At 4,945 sq.ft., the lot is slightly smaller than the average on Simpson Avenue but is very close to the average for both the Munroe East area and the entire city. It provides a standard-sized urban yard.

5. Where can I see more detailed context for this property?
You can open the neighbourhood analysis page to view this home on a map alongside nearby houses, comparing details like year built, living area, and lot size visually. For the exact historical sold price, you can request that information via email from the site.

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