54 Barrington Avenue

Norberry, Winnipeg

Property score

48.1

Below average

Overall 48.1 · Smaller and older than most nearby homes

749 sqft (bottom 11%) · Built in 1927 (25 yrs older than avg)

Located in a above-average income area with median household income of ~83k

Transit 88.0 · 1-min walk to transit with 3 nearby routes · Within 500m: 3 dining spots, 2 schools, 1 park, and 1 bank/ATM nearby

Living Area

Below average

33% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Below average

25 yrs older than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 69%French · 4%

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

Sold Count

173

Median price

450k

$/sqft

$330/sqft

Avg build year

1952

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Property score

48.1 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

28.9Low
Living Area749 sqft22Low
Year Built192720Low
Lot Size4,823 sqft60Fair
Neighbourhood Sales Activity53Fair

Community Score

76.9Good
Household Income78Good
Education Level72Good
Housing Stress83Excellent
Core Housing Need76Good
Employment Health76Good

Neighbourhood Sales

Norberry

How to read: Share of sales in each ~$50k price band for “norberry” (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: #46110604

Community deep dive

$83K

Median household income

$79K

Average household income

11%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.2

Income inequality (Gini)

3.0

P90 / P10 ratio

30%

Single-person households

25%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)490
Labour force participation rate73%
Median age37.2
Avg household size2.4
Unemployment rate12%
Population density1960 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)11%
Single-person households30%
Couple families with children25%
Median household income (2020)$83K

Housing

Renter households29%
Condominium dwellings0%
Median dwelling value (owners)$274K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)19%
Visible minority20%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)35%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 69%
Mother tongue (2nd)French · 4%

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

Rankings

Living Area

below average
749 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 7%Same areaBottom 11%CitywideBottom 6%
Same street · Barrington Avenue
#126 / 136
Bottom 7% · Avg 1,087 sqft
Same area · Norberry
#421 / 471
Bottom 11% · Avg 1,112 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#182,364 / 194,458
Bottom 6% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

below average
226k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 7%Same areaBottom 8%CitywideBottom 12%
Same street · Barrington Avenue
#127 / 136
Bottom 7% · Avg 361.1k
Same area · Norberry
#431 / 471
Bottom 8% · Avg 332k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#170,484 / 194,458
Bottom 12% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

below average
1927
0255075100
Same streetBottom 8%Same areaBottom 16%CitywideBottom 16%

Lot Size

around average
4,823 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 27%Same areaBottom 19%CitywideBottom 40%

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

54 Barrington Avenue — 14 amenities found within 500 m, across 7 categories, including 3 dining (nearest 263 m), 2 education (nearest 378 m), 1 parks (nearest 373 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining3
🏫Education2
🌳Parks1
🏦Finance1
Fuel Stations1
Worship5
🏛️Government1

Crime & Safety

Norberry · WPS public data · 2026

Annual incidents

6

2026

vs. city avg

-80%

relative to avg

Year-over-year

-93%

vs. prior year

Primary type

Property

83%

Sales History

Sold 9/2019CA$200k–250k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 2%

Same area

Bottom 11%

City-wide

Bottom 15%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 54 Barrington Avenue, Winnipeg

Property Summary: 54 Barrington Avenue, Winnipeg

Section 1: Key Characteristics & Appeal

This home presents a specific value proposition centered on its lot and location within Winnipeg's Norberry neighbourhood. Built in 1927, it is a character property with a compact 749 sqft interior, significantly smaller than area averages. Its primary physical asset is the 4,823 sqft lot, which is more generous than many on its street and closer to the city-wide norm, offering potential for outdoor space or future expansion relative to its immediate surroundings.

The appeal lies squarely in its position as an accessible entry point into the market. With an assessed value notably below local and city averages, it suits budget-conscious buyers, such as first-time homeowners or investors looking for a lower-cost holding with land value. Its value is primarily in the land and location rather than the size or modern condition of the existing structure. A thoughtful perspective for a buyer would be to view this not as a move-in-ready forever home, but as a strategic foothold—a property where the equity is in the dirt and the opportunity lies in what could be, whether through renovation, addition, or long-term holding in a stable area.

Section 2: Frequently Asked Questions

1. Why is the assessed value so much lower than the averages shown?
The assessed value reflects the property's specific attributes, primarily its smaller living area and older age compared to most homes in the comparison groups. The value is driven more by its lot size and location than by the current structure.

2. What does the "rank" and "top X%" information mean?
These metrics show how this property compares to similar homes in three areas: its immediate street, the broader Norberry area, and city-wide. For example, a "Top 93%" rank for Living Area means the home is smaller than approximately 93% of comparable homes on its street, indicating it is among the more compact properties in that group.

3. Is the lot size a positive feature?
Yes, relatively. While below the Norberry average, the lot is larger than many on Barrington Avenue and is closer to the city-wide average. This larger lot-for-the-street is a key asset, offering more outdoor space and potential than neighbouring properties might.

4. How reliable is the sold price data from 2019?
The sold price range provided is based on publicly available data, not the MLS. For fully verified and exact historical transaction figures, you must request a manual lookup from the site via email, as industry rules prevent the display of MLS records here.

5. What type of maintenance should be anticipated given the age?
Built in 1927, the home is nearly a century old. Prospective buyers should budget for and prioritize inspections focused on aging core systems like plumbing, electrical, and the foundation, which may require updates or significant maintenance.

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