557 Chelsea Avenue

Munroe West, Winnipeg

58.1

Fair

Overall 58.1

Newer than most nearby homes

912 sqft (top 49%)

Built in 1955 (10 yrs newer than avg)

Located in a above-average income area

with median household income of ~82k

Transit 80.0

3-min walk to transit with 3 nearby routes

Within 500m: 1 dining spot, 1 healthcare facility, 1 park, and 1 fuel station nearby

Living Area

Near average

5% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Above average

10 yrs newer than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 71%Tagalog · 4%

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

Sold Count

477

Median price

363.3k

$/sqft

$342/sqft

Avg build year

1945

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Property score

58.1 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

46.8Low
Living Area912 sqft42Low
Year Built195536Low
Lot Size5,850 sqft74Good
Neighbourhood Sales Activity65Good

Community Score

75.0Good
Household Income77Good
Education Level54Fair
Housing Stress93Excellent
Core Housing Need88Excellent
Employment Health76Good

Neighbourhood Sales

Munroe West

How to read: Share of sales in each ~$50k price band for “munroe west” (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: #46110700

Community deep dive

$82K

Median household income

$100K

Average household income

8%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.2

Income inequality (Gini)

3.1

P90 / P10 ratio

28%

Single-person households

28%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)525
Labour force participation rate75%
Median age36.8
Avg household size2.4
Unemployment rate13%
Population density3500 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)8%
Single-person households28%
Couple families with children28%
Median household income (2020)$82K

Housing

Renter households27%
Condominium dwellings0%
Median dwelling value (owners)$300K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)33%
Visible minority33%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)26%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 71%
Mother tongue (2nd)Tagalog · 3%

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

Rankings

Living Area

around average
912 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 42%Same areaTop 49%CitywideBottom 18%
Same street · Chelsea Avenue
#73 / 172
Top 42% · Avg 978 sqft
Same area · Munroe West
#552 / 1,123
Top 49% · Avg 958 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#160,199 / 194,458
Bottom 18% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

Elite
356k
0255075100
Same streetTop 6%Same areaTop 4%CitywideBottom 48%
Same street · Chelsea Avenue
#11 / 172
Top 6% · Avg 295.1k
Same area · Munroe West
#42 / 1,123
Top 4% · Avg 273.5k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#100,496 / 194,458
Bottom 48% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

above average
1955
0255075100
Same streetTop 6%Same areaTop 11%CitywideBottom 34%

Lot Size

above average
5,850 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 23%Same areaTop 19%CitywideTop 36%

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

557 Chelsea Avenue — 7 amenities found within 500 m, across 6 categories, including 1 dining (nearest 275 m), 1 healthcare (nearest 304 m), 1 parks (nearest 362 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining1
🏥Healthcare1
🌳Parks1
Fuel Stations1
Worship2
🏛️Government1

Crime & Safety

Munroe West · WPS public data · 2026

Annual incidents

26

2026

vs. city avg

-12%

relative to avg

Year-over-year

-88%

vs. prior year

Primary type

Property

65%

Sales History

Sold 3/2025CA$400k–450k
Sold price

Same street

Top 3%

Same area

Top 1%

City-wide

Top 27%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 557 Chelsea Avenue, Winnipeg

Property Overview: 557 Chelsea Avenue, Winnipeg

Key Characteristics & Appeal

This 912 sqft bungalow, built in 1955, sits on a generous 5,850 sqft lot in Munroe West. Its primary appeal lies in its strong positional value within its immediate community. While the living space is modest compared to the citywide average, the property stands out for its above-average assessed value for both the street and the neighbourhood, indicating it is perceived as a premium home in its local context. The lot size is also notably larger than most in the area, offering valuable outdoor space and potential.

The home would suit practical buyers who prioritize lot size and established neighbourhood character over sheer interior square footage. It’s a strong fit for first-time buyers looking for a manageable home with room to grow outdoors, or for downsizers seeking a single-level layout in a well-regarded local setting. A thoughtful perspective is that this property represents a "value anchor" on its street—its higher assessment can positively influence neighbouring properties, making it a stable investment within the micro-market of Chelsea Avenue.


Frequently Asked Questions

1. How does the sold price compare to the assessed value?
The home sold in March 2025 for an estimated $400k–$450k, which is above its $356k assessed value. This suggests strong market demand and that buyers placed a premium on the property beyond its official valuation.

2. Is the living area small for a home at this price point?
Compared to the Winnipeg average, yes. However, within Munroe West and on Chelsea Avenue specifically, the living area is very typical. The value here is derived more from the lot size, location, and the property's standing relative to its immediate peers.

3. What does the "Elite" and "above average" ranking for Assessed Value mean?
It means that, compared to similar homes in the Munroe West neighbourhood and on Chelsea Avenue, this property's $356k assessment is in the top 4% and 6%, respectively. It is considered a higher-value home in its direct locale, even if it's around average citywide.

4. The home is 71 years old. What should I consider?
While newer than many on its street (ranked in the top 6% by year built), a home from 1955 will likely have had updates over time. A thorough inspection of major systems like plumbing, electrical, and the roof is essential, but the age itself is typical and even a relative advantage for the area.

5. How can I find out the exact sold price?
The precise sale figure is not published publicly on this site due to data source restrictions. You can request the exact sold price history via email from the site administrators, who will provide it through a manual lookup.

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