291 Ash Street

North River Heights, Winnipeg

Property score

72.1

Good

Overall 72.1 · Compared with neighbourhood average

1,323 sqft (bottom 38%) · Built in 1930 (7 yrs older than avg)

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

Transit 70.0 · 7-min walk to transit with 3 nearby routes · Within 500m: 2 dining spots, 2 schools, 1 sports facility, and 1 place of worship nearby

Living Area

Below average

14% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Near average

7 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

72.1 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

57.8Fair
Living Area1,323 sqft71Good
Year Built193022Low
Lot Size4,822 sqft60Fair
Neighbourhood Sales Activity37Low

Community Score

93.6Excellent
Household Income92Excellent
Education Level100Excellent
Housing Stress93Excellent
Core Housing Need100Excellent
Employment Health83Excellent

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

around average
1,323 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 32%Same areaBottom 38%CitywideTop 40%
Same street · Ash Street
#243 / 356
Bottom 32% · Avg 1,605 sqft
Same area · North River Heights
#1,342 / 2,168
Bottom 38% · Avg 1,540 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#77,986 / 194,458
Top 40% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

above average
463k
0255075100
Same streetTop 45%Same areaTop 42%CitywideTop 26%
Same street · Ash Street
#161 / 356
Top 45% · Avg 505.2k
Same area · North River Heights
#921 / 2,168
Top 42% · Avg 479.3k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#50,767 / 194,458
Top 26% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

around average
1930
0255075100
Same streetBottom 28%Same areaBottom 48%CitywideBottom 18%

Lot Size

around average
4,822 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 39%Same areaTop 42%CitywideBottom 40%

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Transit & Walkability

Nearby stops, routes & transit score

Nearby Amenities

Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more

291 Ash Street — 6 amenities found within 500 m, across 4 categories, including 2 dining (nearest 457 m), 2 education (nearest 75 m).

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🍽️Dining2
🏫Education2
💪Sports1
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 8/2019CA$300k–350k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 4%

Same area

Bottom 12%

City-wide

Bottom 42%

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Highlights & common questions: 291 Ash Street, Winnipeg

Property Overview: 291 Ash Street, Winnipeg

Key Characteristics & Appeal

This home at 291 Ash Street in North River Heights is a character property built in 1930, offering a blend of established neighbourhood charm and practical metrics. With 1,323 sqft of living space on a 4,822 sqft lot, its size is comfortably average for the immediate street and area, but notably above the city-wide average for living space. Its assessed value of $463,000 sits in the middle range for North River Heights, yet positions it as an above-average value proposition compared to the broader Winnipeg market.

The appeal lies in its balance. It’s a home that doesn’t stand out for extreme size or modern newness, but rather for its solid positioning in a desirable, mature neighbourhood. It suits a buyer looking for a genuine character home without the premium often attached to fully renovated heritage properties, or a practical buyer who values more interior space than the typical Winnipeg home offers. The lot size provides ample outdoor space for gardens or recreation, which is a significant asset in a central neighbourhood. A thoughtful perspective is that its "average" metrics within a sought-after area like North River Heights could represent a stable, lower-risk entry point into the neighbourhood, with less volatility than a top-tier property.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How does the 1930 build year affect the property?
As a home built in 1930, it is older than most on its street and in the city. This typically means potential for classic architectural charm and a well-established lot, but buyers should budget for and investigate updates to major systems like plumbing, electrical, and the roof, which may be due for maintenance or modernization.

2. The assessed value seems lower than some neighbours. Is that a concern?
Not necessarily. The assessment of $463k is around the neighbourhood average. It can reflect the home’s specific condition, layout, or features compared to others. It may also present an opportunity, as property taxes are based on this assessment, potentially offering slightly lower annual costs than a higher-valued neighbour.

3. What does the sold price history from 2019 indicate?
The home sold between $300,000-$350,000 in August 2019. This historical data is useful to understand the owner’s equity and market trajectory, but it does not reflect current market value, which is influenced by conditions in 2025. The increase to the current assessed value aligns with broader market trends over that period.

4. Is the living space sufficient for a family?
At 1,323 sqft, the living area is slightly below the average for North River Heights but above the Winnipeg city average. It is a workable size for a small to medium family, depending on layout. The nearly 5,000 sqft lot significantly expands the usable space for play and entertaining.

5. How can I get the exact past sold prices for this home?
The precise sale figures are not published publicly due to industry regulations. You can request the exact sold price history by emailing the site directly. They will provide a manual lookup and send the information to you, typically by the end of the same business day.

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