499 Ash Street

North River Heights, Winnipeg

71.9

Good

Overall 71.9

Compared with neighbourhood average

1,336 sqft (bottom 40%)

Built in 1943 (6 yrs newer than avg)

Located in a high-income area

with median household income of ~126k

Transit 74.0

3-min walk to transit with 2 nearby routes

Within 500m: 1 school, 2 parks, and 1 sports facility nearby

Living Area

Near average

13% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Near average

6 yrs newer than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 84%Chinese · 1%

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

71.9 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

58.2Fair
Living Area1,336 sqft71Good
Year Built194324Low
Lot Size4,821 sqft60Fair
Neighbourhood Sales Activity37Low

Community Score

92.4Excellent
Household Income91Excellent
Education Level100Excellent
Housing Stress93Excellent
Core Housing Need100Excellent
Employment Health76Good

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: #46110384

Community deep dive

$126K

Median household income

$128K

Average household income

8%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.3

Income inequality (Gini)

3.4

P90 / P10 ratio

18%

Single-person households

37%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)410
Labour force participation rate68%
Median age44.0
Avg household size2.6
Unemployment rate6%
Population density2157 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)8%
Single-person households18%
Couple families with children37%
Median household income (2020)$126K

Housing

Renter households0%
Condominium dwellings0%
Median dwelling value (owners)$404K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)12%
Visible minority12%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)70%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 84%
Mother tongue (2nd)Chinese · 1%

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

Rankings

Living Area

around average
1,336 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 33%Same areaBottom 40%CitywideTop 39%
Same street · Ash Street
#240 / 356
Bottom 33% · Avg 1,605 sqft
Same area · North River Heights
#1,310 / 2,168
Bottom 40% · Avg 1,540 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#76,437 / 194,458
Top 39% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

around average
404k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 23%Same areaBottom 29%CitywideTop 37%
Same street · Ash Street
#274 / 356
Bottom 23% · Avg 505.2k
Same area · North River Heights
#1,537 / 2,168
Bottom 29% · Avg 479.3k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#72,622 / 194,458
Top 37% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

around average
1943
0255075100
Same streetBottom 42%Same areaTop 31%CitywideBottom 20%

Lot Size

around average
4,821 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 24%Same areaTop 48%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

499 Ash Street — 4 amenities found within 500 m, across 3 categories, including 1 education (nearest 407 m), 2 parks (nearest 205 m).

Search radius
🏫Education1
🌳Parks2
💪Sports1

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 5/2024CA$400k–450k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 40%

Same area

Bottom 47%

City-wide

Top 30%

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Highlights & common questions: 499 Ash Street, Winnipeg

Property Overview: 499 Ash Street, North River Heights, Winnipeg

Key Characteristics & Appeal

This home at 499 Ash Street is a classic North River Heights property, built in 1943, offering a practical footprint of 1,336 square feet on a 4,821 square foot lot. Its primary appeal lies in its position as a solid, entry-point home in a well-regarded, established neighborhood. The assessed value of $404k sits below the average for both Ash Street and North River Heights broadly, suggesting a potentially more accessible price point for the area. However, it is notably around the city-wide average, indicating it represents a typical Winnipeg home value.

The home suits first-time buyers or downsizers seeking the character and convenience of River Heights without the premium of a larger or fully renovated property. Its lot size, while smaller than many on its street, is close to the neighborhood average, offering a manageable yard. A thoughtful perspective is that its "around average" metrics across many categories signal a stable, predictable investment in a mature community, rather than a standout fixer-upper or a luxury offering. It’s a home for those who value location and community over square footage or modern finishes.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How does the sold price compare to the assessed value?
The home sold between $400k-$450k in May 2024. This sale range aligns closely with its $404k assessed value, suggesting the assessment was reflective of the market price at that time.

2. Is the living space smaller than other homes in the area?
Yes, at 1,336 sqft, the living area is below the average for both Ash Street and the North River Heights neighborhood. It is, however, very close to the city-wide average for comparable homes.

3. What does the "below average" land area mean for this lot?
The lot of 4,821 sqft is below the average for Ash Street but is near the typical size for North River Heights as a whole. It provides a standard city lot, likely with a good balance of yard space and low maintenance.

4. The home was built in 1943. Should I be concerned about its age?
The age is typical for the neighborhood, which is largely comprised of homes from this era. Buyers should anticipate the potential for age-related updates (like plumbing, electrical, or windows) common to houses of this vintage, and a thorough inspection is recommended.

5. How can I find out the exact sold price?
The exact sold price is not publicly displayed on this site due to data source restrictions. You can request the exact figure by email via the "Request exact figures by email" link on the property page, and the team will provide it via a manual lookup.

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