708 St Jean Baptiste Street

North St. Boniface, Winnipeg

Property score

48.5

Below average

Overall 48.5 · Smaller than most nearby homes

881 sqft (bottom 21%) · Built in 1944 (9 yrs older than avg)

Located in a average-income area with median household income of ~60k

Transit 80.0 · 3-min walk to transit with 3 nearby routes · Within 500m: 5 dining spots, 3 schools, 1 healthcare facility, and 3 parks nearby

Living Area

Below average

32% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Below average

9 yrs older than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 51%French · 34%

Past 10 years North St. Boniface sales snapshot (~80% of all data)

Sold Count

166

Median price

350k

$/sqft

$500/sqft

Avg build year

1953

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Property score

48.5 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

36.3Low
Living Area881 sqft32Low
Year Built194424Low
Lot Size4,078 sqft53Fair
Neighbourhood Sales Activity88Excellent

Community Score

66.9Good
Household Income64Fair
Education Level82Excellent
Housing Stress52Fair
Core Housing Need50Fair
Employment Health83Excellent

Neighbourhood Sales

North St. Boniface

How to read: Share of sales in each ~$50k price band for “north st. boniface” (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: #46110807

Community deep dive

$60K

Median household income

$67K

Average household income

21%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.3

Income inequality (Gini)

4.5

P90 / P10 ratio

45%

Single-person households

16%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)527
Labour force participation rate75%
Median age37.2
Avg household size2.0
Unemployment rate10%
Population density4053 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)21%
Single-person households45%
Couple families with children16%
Median household income (2020)$60K

Housing

Renter households48%
Condominium dwellings8%
Median dwelling value (owners)$288K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)15%
Visible minority17%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)43%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 50%
Mother tongue (2nd)French · 33%

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

Rankings

Living Area

below average
881 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 20%Same areaBottom 21%CitywideBottom 15%
Same street · St Jean Baptiste Street
#90 / 113
Bottom 20% · Avg 1,265 sqft
Same area · North St. Boniface
#410 / 519
Bottom 21% · Avg 1,296 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#165,689 / 194,458
Bottom 15% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

below average
265k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 24%Same areaBottom 24%CitywideBottom 21%
Same street · St Jean Baptiste Street
#86 / 113
Bottom 24% · Avg 333.9k
Same area · North St. Boniface
#392 / 519
Bottom 24% · Avg 378.4k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#154,281 / 194,458
Bottom 21% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

above average
1944
0255075100
Same streetTop 26%Same areaBottom 38%CitywideBottom 21%

Lot Size

around average
4,078 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 46%Same areaBottom 34%CitywideBottom 27%

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Transit & Walkability

Nearby stops, routes & transit score

Nearby Amenities

Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more

708 St Jean Baptiste Street — 21 amenities found within 500 m, across 9 categories, including 5 dining (nearest 196 m), 3 education (nearest 246 m), 1 healthcare (nearest 311 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining5
🏫Education3
🏥Healthcare1
🌳Parks3
💪Sports2
🏦Finance2
Fuel Stations1
Worship1
🏛️Government3

Crime & Safety

North St. Boniface · WPS public data · 2026

Annual incidents

14

2026

vs. city avg

-53%

relative to avg

Year-over-year

-93%

vs. prior year

Primary type

Other

50%

Sales History

Sold 3/2023CA$250k–300k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 26%

Same area

Bottom 33%

City-wide

Bottom 27%

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Highlights & common questions: 708 St Jean Baptiste Street, Winnipeg

Property Overview: 708 St Jean Baptiste Street, Winnipeg

Section 1: Key Characteristics & Appeal

This home at 708 St Jean Baptiste Street in North St. Boniface is a compact, character property built in 1944. With 881 square feet of living space on a 4,078 sqft lot, it sits below the average size for the neighbourhood and city. Its assessed value of $265,000 is notably lower than area averages, positioning it as a more accessible entry point into the market.

The primary appeal lies in its value proposition and location. It offers a chance to own a home in a well-established, historic neighbourhood at a price point that is competitive relative to its surroundings. The lot size is fairly typical for the immediate street, providing a balanced outdoor space without excessive maintenance. A thoughtful perspective is that this property represents the "bones" of the neighbourhood—it's a post-war home on a street with older housing stock, suggesting a more modest and functional design from its era. It would likely suit first-time buyers, downsizers, or value-focused investors looking for a foothold in St. Boniface without a premium price tag. The recent sale in early 2023 indicates a turnkey property, but its age means prospective buyers should be prepared for the potential maintenance that comes with an 80-year-old home.

Section 2: Frequently Asked Questions

1. How does the property’s value compare to nearby homes?
The home’s assessed value of $265,000 is below the average for St Jean Baptiste Street ($333.9k), North St. Boniface ($378.4k), and Winnipeg overall (~$390.1k). This suggests it is a competitively priced option in its area.

2. Is the living space smaller than other homes nearby?
Yes. At 881 sqft, the living area is smaller than the average home on its street (1,265 sqft), in the area (1,296 sqft), and across the city (1,342 sqft). It is a compact layout.

3. What is the significance of the 1944 build year?
Built in 1944, this home is newer than many on its street (where the average build year is 1931). This could imply potentially updated construction methods or components for its time, though it still requires consideration for age-related updates.

4. How does the lot size compare?
The 4,078 sqft lot is close to the average for St Jean Baptiste Street (4,297 sqft) but smaller than the broader city average. It provides a standard-sized yard for its immediate neighbourhood.

5. Where can I find verified historical sale prices?
The site notes that exact sold price data is not displayed publicly due to industry rules. You can request the exact sale history and verified figures directly from the website via email, which they will provide manually.

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