Property score
45.6
Below average
Overall 45.6 · Smaller and older than most nearby homes
739 sqft (bottom 16%) · Built in 1912 (23 yrs older than avg)
Located in a above-average income area with median household income of ~79k
Transit 88.0 · 1-min walk to transit with 3 nearby routes · Within 500m: 7 dining spots, 2 schools, 1 healthcare facility, and 2 parks nearby
Living Area
Below average
36% smaller than neighborhood avg.
Year Built
Below average
23 yrs older than neighborhood avg.
Mother tongue
English · 70%French · 14%
Past 10 years Norwood East sales snapshot (~80% of all data)
481
327k
$312/sqft
1935
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45.6 is composed by the two sections below.
Property Score
Community Score
Norwood East
How to read: Share of sales in each ~$50k price band for “norwood east” (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: #46110541
$79K
Median household income
$85K
Average household income
16%
Low income (LIM-AT)
0.3
Income inequality (Gini)
3.7
P90 / P10 ratio
36%
Single-person households
21%
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.
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.
Nearby stops, routes & transit score
Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more
189 Des Meurons Street — 15 amenities found within 500 m, across 5 categories, including 7 dining (nearest 432 m), 2 education (nearest 223 m), 1 healthcare (nearest 423 m).
Norwood East · WPS public data · 2026
Annual incidents
11
2026
vs. city avg
-63%
relative to avg
Year-over-year
▼ -97%
vs. prior year
Primary type
Property
73%
189 Des Meurons Street: We are not showing a transaction history based solely on public data; that does not mean no sale ever occurred. You can still request details by email in the “Data notes” section below—we will look it up manually and reply with the most accurate information available.
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Address · Year Built · Living Area
Address · Distance
Address · Tax-Assessed Value
Property Overview & Appeal
This 1912 one-storey home in Norwood East presents a classic Winnipeg character property on a generously sized lot. Its key appeal lies in the combination of a renovated basement, a detached garage, and a land area that ranks within the top 12% for its street. With a living area of 739 sq ft, the house itself is compact, suggesting a efficient, manageable footprint. The assessed value is notably lower than several provided comparisons in the same neighbourhood, which may indicate potential value relative to the area or reflect the home's more modest interior size. This property would suit a first-time buyer looking for a solid entry point into a mature neighbourhood, an investor interested in a character home with rental potential (given the basement renovation), or a downsizer seeking a low-maintenance single-level living on a private lot. A thoughtful perspective is that while the home is over a century old, its above-average rankings for lot size and value in the wider Winnipeg context suggest its underlying asset—the land—holds significant worth.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How does the assessed value compare to the likely listing price?
Assessed value is for municipal tax purposes and is typically lower than market value. The provided comparisons show nearby homes with similar assessed values, but listing prices can vary significantly based on condition, updates, and market trends.
2. What does the "renovated basement" entail?
The details provided do not specify the scope of the renovation. It's essential to clarify whether it is a legal suite, a finished recreational space, or updated utilities, and to verify if permits were obtained.
3. Is the house suitable for expanding or adding a second storey?
The large lot (3,001 sq ft) is a positive factor for potential expansion. However, any major addition would require a review of local zoning bylaws, heritage considerations (given the age), and associated costs.
4. How does the living area compare to nearby homes?
At 739 sq ft, the main floor living area is smaller than many of the comparison properties listed, which range from 912 to over 2,000 sq ft. This highlights a trade-off: you're acquiring a larger-than-average lot with a more compact home.
5. What are the implications of the home being built in 1912?
While offering classic charm, a home of this age requires diligent inspection for foundational integrity, wiring, plumbing, and insulation. The updated basement is a positive, but the overall maintenance profile will be different from a newer build.
