149 Emerson Avenue

River East, Winnipeg

Property score

70.8

Good

Overall 70.8 · Compared with neighbourhood average

1,292 sqft (top 47%) · Built in 1976

Located in a high-income area with median household income of ~93k

Transit 82.0 · 2-min walk to transit with 2 nearby routes · Within 500m: 1 dining spot, and 2 parks nearby

Living Area

Near average

8% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Near average

0 yrs newer than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 79%French · 1%

Past 10 years River East sales snapshot (~80% of all data)

Sold Count

826

Median price

425k

$/sqft

$395/sqft

Avg build year

1976

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Property score

70.8 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

66.8Good
Living Area1,292 sqft66Good
Year Built197667Good
Lot Size6,108 sqft81Excellent
Neighbourhood Sales Activity32Low

Community Score

76.7Good
Household Income82Excellent
Education Level72Good
Housing Stress83Excellent
Core Housing Need88Excellent
Employment Health42Low

Neighbourhood Sales

River East

How to read: Share of sales in each ~$50k price band for “river east” (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: #46110767

Community deep dive

$93K

Median household income

$99K

Average household income

7%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.2

Income inequality (Gini)

3.1

P90 / P10 ratio

28%

Single-person households

20%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)556
Labour force participation rate48%
Median age52.4
Avg household size2.2
Unemployment rate9%
Population density1737 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)7%
Single-person households28%
Couple families with children20%
Median household income (2020)$93K

Housing

Renter households8%
Condominium dwellings20%
Median dwelling value (owners)$400K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)12%
Visible minority6%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)35%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 78%
Mother tongue (2nd)French · 0%

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

Rankings

Living Area

around average
1,292 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 39%Same areaTop 47%CitywideTop 42%
Same street · Emerson Avenue
#72 / 183
Top 39% · Avg 1,262 sqft
Same area · River East
#1,347 / 2,836
Top 47% · Avg 1,399 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#81,956 / 194,458
Top 42% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

around average
398k
0255075100
Same streetTop 32%Same areaTop 46%CitywideTop 39%
Same street · Emerson Avenue
#59 / 183
Top 32% · Avg 383.2k
Same area · River East
#1,298 / 2,836
Top 46% · Avg 401.1k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#75,508 / 194,458
Top 39% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

around average
1976
0255075100
Same streetTop 45%Same areaTop 48%CitywideTop 39%

Lot Size

above average
6,108 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 46%Same areaTop 46%CitywideTop 28%

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

149 Emerson Avenue — 3 amenities found within 500 m, across 2 categories, including 1 dining (nearest 441 m), 2 parks (nearest 372 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining1
🌳Parks2

Crime & Safety

River East · WPS public data · 2026

Annual incidents

17

2026

vs. city avg

-42%

relative to avg

Year-over-year

-92%

vs. prior year

Primary type

Property

71%

Sales History

Sold 10/2019CA$300k–350k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 27%

Same area

Bottom 31%

City-wide

Bottom 45%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 149 Emerson Avenue, Winnipeg

Property Overview

149 Emerson Avenue presents as a solid, middle-of-the-road family home in Winnipeg's River East neighborhood. Its appeal lies in its consistency and stability rather than standout extremes. The home, built in 1976, offers a living space and assessed value that are consistently "around average" when compared to its immediate street, the broader neighborhood, and the city as a whole. This creates a predictable and low-drama profile for a buyer. The lot size is a relative strength, ranking above the citywide average, which offers good outdoor space potential.

This property would suit pragmatic, value-conscious buyers—perhaps first-time homeowners or downsizers—who prioritize a stable, established community over a fixer-upper project or a luxury showcase. It’s for someone who sees "average" not as a drawback, but as a marker of a proven, manageable investment in a mature area. A thoughtful perspective is that its uniform rankings suggest less risk of being over-improved or under-improved for the area, providing a neutral canvas for personalization.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What does "around average" in all the rankings really mean for a buyer?
It indicates stability. The home is not an outlier in size, value, or age for its context, which can simplify financing and insurance assessments and suggests its value is in line with community norms, potentially protecting your investment from market whims.

2. The lot is above the citywide average in size. How significant is this?
While the lot is not the largest on the street, its above-city-average ranking is a tangible asset. It provides more private outdoor space than many Winnipeg homes, which is valuable for gardening, recreation, or future additions like a shed or deck.

3. The home last sold in 2019. Can I find out the exact sale price?
The public data shows a sold price range. To obtain the exact historical sale figure, you must request a manual lookup via email from the site, as they do not display MLS sold records directly.

4. Who would this property not be ideal for?
It may not suit buyers seeking a modern, move-in-ready home with recent renovations, as its age and average metrics suggest it may require updates. It's also likely not for investors looking for a dramatically undervalued property or a quick, high-value flip.

5. How reliable are the comparisons to nearby properties?
The data is compiled from public records, not the MLS, and is presented as reasonably reliable but not guaranteed. For definitive comparisons, especially for valuation purposes, verifying details through a real estate professional or additional viewings is always recommended.

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