Property score
53.8
Fair
Overall 53.8 · Smaller than most nearby homes
942 sqft (bottom 30%) · Built in 1958 (2 yrs older than avg)
Located in a above-average income area with median household income of ~72k
Transit 94.0 · 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
Below average
7% smaller than neighborhood avg.
Year Built
Near average
2 yrs older than neighborhood avg.
Mother tongue
English · 72%Tagalog · 5%
Past 10 years Munroe East sales snapshot (~80% of all data)
780
313.8k
$339/sqft
1960
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53.8 is composed by the two sections below.
Property Score
Community Score
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.
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: #46110697
$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
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
Rank by year, newer = better rank
Rank by living area, larger = better rank
Rank by assessed value, higher = better rank
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.
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.
Nearby stops, routes & transit score
Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more
655 Simpson Avenue — 6 amenities found within 500 m, across 5 categories, including 1 dining (nearest 253 m), 1 shopping (nearest 290 m).
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%
Same street
Same area
City-wide
| Metric | Same street | Same area | City-wide |
|---|---|---|---|
Sold price | Bottom 30% | Top 50% | Bottom 29% |
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Address · Year Built · Living Area
Address · Distance
Address · Tax-Assessed Value
Property Overview: 655 Simpson Avenue, Winnipeg
Section 1: Key Characteristics & Appeal
This home, built in 1958, presents a practical opportunity in Winnipeg's Munroe East neighbourhood. Its key appeal lies in a balanced profile: the 942 sqft living space is typical for the immediate area, but the 5,750 sqft lot size stands out as notably larger than most on the street and in the wider neighbourhood. This creates a valuable proposition of ample outdoor space paired with a manageable, efficient home footprint.
The property suits first-time buyers or downsizers looking for an entry point into a stable area without a massive maintenance burden. Its assessed value is consistent with local norms, suggesting a fair market position. A thoughtful perspective is that this home offers "ground potential"—its value is more anchored in its generous lot than in the size of the structure, which could appeal to those with long-term visions for gardens, expansions, or simply enjoying more private outdoor room than is commonly available. It’s a home for someone who prioritizes yard space over interior square footage.
Section 2: Frequently Asked Questions
1. How does the lot size compare to nearby properties?
The land area of 5,750 sqft is above average for both Simpson Avenue and the broader Munroe East area, ranking in the top 17-19% locally. This is one of the property's strongest comparative features.
2. What is the home's condition given its age?
Built in 1958, the home's age is typical for the street and neighbourhood. As with any home of this vintage, a thorough inspection is recommended to understand the condition of major systems like plumbing, electrical, and the roof.
3. How does the living space compare?
At 942 sqft, the living area is slightly below the city-wide average but is very much in line with the average for both Simpson Avenue (~986 sqft) and the Munroe East area (~1,009 sqft).
4. Can I get the exact historical sale price?
The listed sale price from 2019 is a public range. The exact, precise sold price can be requested by email from the site; they provide this data manually and state they will not use contact information for unsolicited marketing.
5. How can I better understand this property's context in the neighbourhood?
The listing suggests using a dedicated neighbourhood analysis page to see the property on a map alongside nearby homes, allowing for direct comparison of year built, living area, assessed value, and lot size.
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