79 Gauvin Street

Norwood West, Winnipeg

52.2

Fair

Overall 52.2

Smaller than most nearby homes

856 sqft (bottom 10%)

Built in 1945 (8 yrs newer than avg)

Located in a above-average income area

with median household income of ~74.5k

Transit 74.0

3-min walk to transit with 2 nearby routes

Within 500m: 4 dining spots, 1 school, 4 healthcare facilitys, and 1 shop nearby

Living Area

Below average

40% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Near average

8 yrs newer than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 73%French · 14%

Past 10 years Norwood West sales snapshot (~80% of all data)

Sold Count

269

Median price

425k

$/sqft

$266/sqft

Avg build year

1937

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Property score

52.2 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

35.8Low
Living Area856 sqft32Low
Year Built194530Low
Lot Size4,775 sqft60Fair
Neighbourhood Sales Activity32Low

Community Score

76.9Good
Household Income74Good
Education Level82Excellent
Housing Stress83Excellent
Core Housing Need76Good
Employment Health76Good

Neighbourhood Sales

Norwood West

How to read: Share of sales in each ~$50k price band for “norwood west” (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: #46110560

Community deep dive

$75K

Median household income

$101K

Average household income

10%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.3

Income inequality (Gini)

3.2

P90 / P10 ratio

43%

Single-person households

16%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)385
Labour force participation rate68%
Median age39.2
Avg household size2.1
Unemployment rate4%
Population density3850 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)10%
Single-person households43%
Couple families with children16%
Median household income (2020)$75K

Housing

Renter households43%
Condominium dwellings19%
Median dwelling value (owners)$282K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)13%
Visible minority16%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)46%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 72%
Mother tongue (2nd)French · 14%

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

Rankings

Living Area

below average
856 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 1%Same areaBottom 10%CitywideBottom 13%
Same street · Gauvin Street
#18 / 18
Bottom 1% · Avg 1,436 sqft
Same area · Norwood West
#892 / 992
Bottom 10% · Avg 1,420 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#169,272 / 194,458
Bottom 13% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

around average
332k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 6%Same areaBottom 17%CitywideBottom 40%
Same street · Gauvin Street
#17 / 18
Bottom 6% · Avg 427.4k
Same area · Norwood West
#828 / 992
Bottom 17% · Avg 426.1k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#117,222 / 194,458
Bottom 40% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

around average
1945
0255075100
Same streetBottom 39%Same areaTop 34%CitywideBottom 22%

Lot Size

around average
4,775 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 1%Same areaBottom 22%CitywideBottom 39%

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Transit & Walkability

Nearby stops, routes & transit score

Nearby Amenities

Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more

79 Gauvin Street — 15 amenities found within 500 m, across 6 categories, including 4 dining (nearest 255 m), 1 education (nearest 276 m), 4 healthcare (nearest 252 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining4
🏫Education1
🏥Healthcare4
🛒Shopping1
🌳Parks2
Worship3

Crime & Safety

Norwood West · WPS public data · 2026

Annual incidents

6

2026

vs. city avg

-80%

relative to avg

Year-over-year

-97%

vs. prior year

Primary type

Violent

50%

Sales History

Sold 2/2024CA$300k–350k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 25%

Same area

Bottom 23%

City-wide

Bottom 42%

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Highlights & common questions: 79 Gauvin Street, Winnipeg

Property Overview: 79 Gauvin Street, Norwood West, Winnipeg

Key Characteristics & Appeal

This is a compact, post-war home built in 1945, offering a practical entry point into the established Norwood West neighborhood. With 856 square feet of living space on a 4,775 sqft lot, its key characteristic is its modest scale, which is notably smaller than most homes on its street and in the area. Its assessed value of $332,000 sits below local averages but aligns more closely with the wider Winnipeg market, suggesting it is priced for its size and location rather than its sizeable features.

The appeal lies in its efficiency and opportunity. It suits first-time buyers, downsizers, or investors seeking a lower-cost foothold in a mature neighborhood without the upkeep of a larger property. The below-average price for the street and area could allow for budget to personalize or update. A thoughtful perspective is that a smaller home on a decent-sized lot presents a clearer canvas for future expansion or landscaping than a larger house on a cramped lot, offering potential that isn't immediately apparent in the square footage figures.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is the price fair for a home of this size?
The data suggests it is competitively positioned. While its living area is below average for its street and neighborhood, its assessed and recent sold price are also correspondingly lower than area averages, reflecting its scale.

2. What type of buyer would this home suit best?
It is ideally suited for buyers prioritizing location and affordability over space, such as first-time homeowners, empty-nesters looking to downsize, or investors considering a rental property in a stable area.

3. How does the lot size compare, and does it offer potential?
The lot is smaller than others on Gauvin Street but is near the citywide average. For a home of this size, the lot provides ample outdoor space and presents a tangible opportunity for adding a deck, garden, or even a future addition where bylaws allow.

4. The home is older. What should I consider?
Built in 1945, it is around the average age for Norwood West. Buyers should budget for expected maintenance and updates common to houses of this era, such as older windows, plumbing, or electrical systems. A thorough inspection is essential.

5. How can I get the exact historical sold price for this property?
The exact sold price is not publicly displayed on this site. You can request the full transaction history and exact figures via email through the provided "Request exact figures by email" option, which entails a manual lookup by the site team.

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