243 Niagara Street

North River Heights, Winnipeg

59.8

Fair

Overall 59.8

Smaller than most nearby homes

964 sqft (bottom 15%)

Built in 1927 (10 yrs older than avg)

Located in a high-income area

with median household income of ~124k

Transit 80.0

3-min walk to transit with 3 nearby routes

Within 500m: 3 dining spots, 2 schools, 1 fuel station, and 1 place of worship nearby

Living Area

Below average

37% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Below average

10 yrs older than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 88%French · 2%

Past 10 years North River Heights sales snapshot (~80% of all data)

Sold Count

770

Median price

480k

$/sqft

$319/sqft

Avg build year

1937

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Property score

59.8 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

39.0Low
Living Area964 sqft42Low
Year Built192720Low
Lot Size4,320 sqft53Fair
Neighbourhood Sales Activity37Low

Community Score

91.0Excellent
Household Income91Excellent
Education Level91Excellent
Housing Stress83Excellent
Core Housing Need100Excellent
Employment Health90Excellent

Neighbourhood Sales

North River Heights

How to read: Share of sales in each ~$50k price band for “north river heights” (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: #46110380

Community deep dive

$124K

Median household income

$158K

Average household income

5%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.3

Income inequality (Gini)

3.6

P90 / P10 ratio

21%

Single-person households

32%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)467
Labour force participation rate70%
Median age42.8
Avg household size2.5
Unemployment rate0%
Population density3113 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)5%
Single-person households21%
Couple families with children32%
Median household income (2020)$124K

Housing

Renter households11%
Condominium dwellings0%
Median dwelling value (owners)$448K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)10%
Visible minority10%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)56%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 88%
Mother tongue (2nd)French · 2%

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

Rankings

Living Area

below average
964 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 8%Same areaBottom 15%CitywideBottom 23%
Same street · Niagara Street
#317 / 343
Bottom 8% · Avg 1,491 sqft
Same area · North River Heights
#1,843 / 2,168
Bottom 15% · Avg 1,540 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#150,275 / 194,458
Bottom 23% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

around average
396k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 19%Same areaBottom 25%CitywideTop 39%
Same street · Niagara Street
#277 / 343
Bottom 19% · Avg 476.8k
Same area · North River Heights
#1,626 / 2,168
Bottom 25% · Avg 479.3k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#76,517 / 194,458
Top 39% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

around average
1927
0255075100
Same streetBottom 31%Same areaBottom 32%CitywideBottom 16%

Lot Size

around average
4,320 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 35%Same areaBottom 22%CitywideBottom 31%

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

243 Niagara Street — 7 amenities found within 500 m, across 4 categories, including 3 dining (nearest 253 m), 2 education (nearest 134 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining3
🏫Education2
Fuel Stations1
Worship1

Crime & Safety

North River Heights · WPS public data · 2026

Annual incidents

7

2026

vs. city avg

-76%

relative to avg

Year-over-year

-97%

vs. prior year

Primary type

Property

57%

Sales History

Sold 10/2020CA$300k–350k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 15%

Same area

Bottom 20%

City-wide

Bottom 48%

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Highlights & common questions: 243 Niagara Street, Winnipeg

Property Overview: 243 Niagara Street, North River Heights, Winnipeg

Key Characteristics & Appeal

This is a compact, character home built in 1927, situated on a standard-sized lot in the established North River Heights neighbourhood. Its key appeal lies in its position as a relatively affordable entry point into a desirable area. With a living area of 964 sq ft, the home is notably smaller than most on its street and in the neighbourhood, suggesting a cozy, efficient layout that may suit those looking to downsize or seeking a lower-maintenance property. The assessed value of $396k is below the local area average but aligns closely with the Winnipeg city-wide average, indicating good value for the location.

The home would best suit first-time buyers, downsizers, or investors seeking a character property in a prime neighbourhood without the premium price tag of a larger home. A thoughtful perspective is that its smaller size and older vintage, while less modern, offer an opportunity for gradual, personalized updates. Compared to newer builds, it likely carries lower property taxes due to its assessment, and its established lot provides mature greenery and a settled streetscape.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How does the home's size compare to others in the area?
At 964 sq ft, the living area is below average for Niagara Street and the wider North River Heights neighbourhood, placing it in the smaller third of homes. This indicates a cozy layout.

2. Is the assessed value considered high for this property?
The $396k assessment is below the average for both Niagara Street and North River Heights. However, it is very close to the city-wide average, suggesting the price reflects a balance of a smaller home in a sought-after location.

3. What is the history of sales for this property?
It was last sold in October 2020, with the public record indicating a price in the $300k-$350k range. For verified, exact historical sale figures, a manual lookup can be requested.

4. How does the lot size compare?
The 4,320 sq ft lot is slightly below average for North River Heights but is around the average for the street itself, offering a typical outdoor space for the immediate area.

5. What are similar nearby properties for reference?
Directly comparable homes include 290 Niagara Street (built 1925, 960 sq ft, assessed at $423k). The listing also shows nearby homes with similar assessed values in other neighbourhoods, such as Varsity View and Elmhurst.

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