Property score
62.4
Fair
Overall 62.4 · Smaller than most nearby homes
950 sqft (bottom 13%) · Built in 1939 (2 yrs newer than avg)
Located in a high-income area with median household income of ~123k
Transit 74.0 · 2-min walk to transit with 2 nearby routes · Within 500m: 3 parks, 1 sports facility, and 1 place of worship nearby
Living Area
Below average
38% smaller than neighborhood avg.
Year Built
Near average
2 yrs newer than neighborhood avg.
Mother tongue
English · 90%French · 2%
Past 10 years North River Heights sales snapshot (~80% of all data)
770
480k
$319/sqft
1937
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62.4 is composed by the two sections below.
Property Score
Community Score
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.
Sales-to-New-Listings
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
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.
Dissemination area (DA) — Statistics Canada 2021 Census · Area: #46110385
$123K
Median household income
$132K
Average household income
9%
Low income (LIM-AT)
0.3
Income inequality (Gini)
3.7
P90 / P10 ratio
19%
Single-person households
36%
Families with children
Figures are for the census dissemination area containing this listing location; sources and margins may apply per Statistics Canada.
Rank by land area, larger = better rank
Rank by year, newer = better rank
Rank by living area, larger = better rank
Rank by assessed value, higher = better rank
Bar: fill length ≈ share of peers you outperform. Fill color reflects tier (red / blue / amber / gray). “Avg” is a rough median benchmark for comparable homes in that scope.
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Nearby stops, routes & transit score
Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more
471 Oxford Street — 5 amenities found within 500 m, across 3 categories, including 3 parks (nearest 316 m).
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%
Same street
Same area
City-wide
| Metric | Same street | Same area | City-wide |
|---|---|---|---|
Sold price | Bottom 23% | Bottom 21% | Bottom 49% |
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Address · Year Built · Living Area
Address · Distance
Address · Tax-Assessed Value
Property Overview: 471 Oxford Street, North River Heights, Winnipeg
Key Characteristics & Appeal
This home is a classic 1939 bungalow on a generous 5,409 sqft lot in the established North River Heights neighbourhood. Its core appeal lies in being a competitively priced entry point into a desirable area. At 950 sqft, the living space is notably compact compared to most homes on the street and in the area, suggesting a efficient, manageable layout. The assessed value of $326k is significantly below the local averages for North River Heights and Oxford Street, but aligns more closely with the wider Winnipeg average. This creates a clear value proposition: you are purchasing location and land size, with the home itself representing a smaller, older structure.
The property would suit first-time buyers or downsizers seeking a lower-cost foothold in a prime neighbourhood, with the understanding that the home may require updates or be appreciated for its simpler scale. It also appeals to value-oriented investors or buyers with renovation plans, as the lot size is above average for North River Heights, offering potential for expansion or outdoor space uncommon in the area. A thoughtful perspective is that this home represents the "bones" of the neighbourhood—a chance to own a classic lot and location without the premium typically attached to larger, updated homes on the same street.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Why is the assessed value so much lower than the neighbourhood average?
The assessed value reflects the property’s specific characteristics, primarily its smaller living area (950 sqft) and older age (1939) compared to the larger, often renovated or rebuilt homes that pull the local averages higher.
2. What does the sold price range (CA$300k–350k) indicate?
The recent sale in this range confirms the property transacted at a price well below typical sales on Oxford Street, consistent with its lower assessment. It highlights the market’s valuation of a smaller, older home in a high-demand area.
3. Is the land size a significant feature?
Yes. At 5,409 sqft, the lot is larger than the average for North River Heights. This is a key asset, offering more private outdoor space than many neighbouring properties and potential for future landscaping, gardens, or additions, subject to zoning.
4. How should I interpret the "below average" living area rankings?
This data objectively states that the home’s interior square footage is smaller than most in its immediate context. For some buyers, this means a cozy, low-maintenance home. For others, it confirms that value here is weighted more toward the location and lot than the size of the existing structure.
5. Where can I get verified sale history and exact figures?
The displayed sold price is an estimate from public data. For the exact sale history and verified figures, you must request a manual lookup via email through the site, as this information is not sourced from the MLS system.
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