290 Niagara Street

North River Heights, Winnipeg

Property score

60.8

Fair

Overall 60.8 · Smaller and older than most nearby homes

960 sqft (bottom 15%) · Built in 1925 (12 yrs older than avg)

Located in a high-income area with median household income of ~131k

Transit 70.0 · 5-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

38% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Below average

12 yrs older than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 90%French · 3%

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

60.8 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

39.0Low
Living Area42
960 sqftLow
Year Built20
1925Low
Lot Size53
4,412 sqftFair
Neighbourhood Sales Activity37
Low

Community Score

93.6Excellent
Household Income92
Excellent
Education Level100
Excellent
Housing Stress93
Excellent
Core Housing Need100
Excellent
Employment Health83
Excellent

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: #46110382

Community deep dive

$131K

Median household income

$145K

Average household income

4%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.3

Income inequality (Gini)

3.0

P90 / P10 ratio

27%

Single-person households

33%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)560
Labour force participation rate73%
Median age46.0
Avg household size2.3
Unemployment rate5%
Population density3733 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)4%
Single-person households27%
Couple families with children33%
Median household income (2020)$131K

Housing

Renter households4%
Condominium dwellings0%
Median dwelling value (owners)$400K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)7%
Visible minority0%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)62%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 90%
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
960 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 7%Same areaBottom 15%CitywideBottom 22%
Same street · Niagara Street
#320 / 343
Bottom 7% · Avg 1,491 sqft
Same area · North River Heights
#1,850 / 2,168
Bottom 15% · Avg 1,540 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#150,758 / 194,458
Bottom 22% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

around average
423k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 35%Same areaBottom 38%CitywideTop 33%
Same street · Niagara Street
#224 / 343
Bottom 35% · Avg 476.8k
Same area · North River Heights
#1,339 / 2,168
Bottom 38% · Avg 479.3k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#64,667 / 194,458
Top 33% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

below average
1925
0255075100
Same streetBottom 21%Same areaBottom 23%CitywideBottom 15%

Lot Size

around average
4,412 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 43%Same areaBottom 24%CitywideBottom 33%

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

290 Niagara Street — 7 amenities found within 500 m, across 4 categories, including 3 dining (nearest 396 m), 2 education (nearest 200 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 5/2017CA$300k–350k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 6%

Same area

Bottom 11%

City-wide

Bottom 40%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 290 Niagara Street, Winnipeg

Property Overview

This one-storey home on a generous 4,412 sqft lot in North River Heights presents a classic Winnipeg character home with notable updates. Its key appeal lies in the combination of a renovated basement, a detached garage, and a lot size that is significantly larger than many in the immediate area, ranking in the top 24% of the neighbourhood. Built in 1925, the home offers 960 sqft of living space, which is above average for houses on its street. The recent sale history suggests substantial value growth since 2017. This property would suit a first-time buyer or downsizer looking for a manageable, single-level layout in a well-established neighbourhood, with the lot size offering valuable future potential for expansion or outdoor enjoyment that is harder to find on newer infill lots.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What does the "renovated basement" entail?
The listing confirms the basement has been renovated, but specifics on finish quality, ceiling height, legal egress, or moisture control are not provided. A professional inspection is recommended to understand the full scope and quality of this update.

2. How does the assessed value relate to the likely listing price?
The assessed value is a municipal figure for tax purposes and is typically lower than market value. Given the home sold for well above its assessed value in 2017 and the market has appreciated, the eventual list price will be determined by current market conditions and the home's updated state.

3. Is the lot size a significant advantage here?
Yes. The lot is over 4,400 sqft, which is larger than 76% of lots in North River Heights. This provides more private outdoor space than is common and is a key asset, whether for gardening, recreation, or future property expansion, subject to zoning.

4. What are the implications of the home's age (101 years)?
While offering classic charm, a home of this age will have older core systems (plumbing, electrical, foundation). The renovated basement is a plus, but a thorough inspection is crucial to understand the condition of the original structure and to budget for potential updates or maintenance.

5. How does this home compare to the nearby "worth viewing" properties?
The comparison homes show a wide range of values and sizes in the area. This property sits at a more accessible price point than new builds (like 182 Queenston St.) and offers more living space than some similarly-priced character homes. Its value proposition is its larger lot and updated basement within a character home.