1594 Rothesay Street

River East, Winnipeg

Property score

53.3

Fair

Overall 53.3 · Smaller and older than most nearby homes

864 sqft (bottom 8%) · Built in 1974 (2 yrs older than avg)

Located in a high-income area with median household income of ~96k

Transit 68.0 · 2-min walk to transit with 2 nearby routes · Within 500m: 1 school, 5 parks, 1 place of worship, and 1 government office nearby

Living Area

Below average

38% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Below average

2 yrs older than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 78%Punjabi · 3%

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

53.3 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

36.6Low
Living Area864 sqft32Low
Year Built197458Fair
Lot Size2,992 sqft28Low
Neighbourhood Sales Activity32Low

Community Score

78.4Good
Household Income83Excellent
Education Level54Fair
Housing Stress93Excellent
Core Housing Need100Excellent
Employment Health68Good

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: #46110743

Community deep dive

$96K

Median household income

$96K

Average household income

7%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.2

Income inequality (Gini)

2.7

P90 / P10 ratio

19%

Single-person households

25%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)598
Labour force participation rate67%
Median age40.8
Avg household size2.5
Unemployment rate8%
Population density3517 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)7%
Single-person households19%
Couple families with children25%
Median household income (2020)$96K

Housing

Renter households4%
Condominium dwellings0%
Median dwelling value (owners)$290K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)15%
Visible minority6%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)27%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 77%
Mother tongue (2nd)Punjabi · 3%

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

Rankings

Living Area

below average
864 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 22%Same areaBottom 8%CitywideBottom 14%
Same street · Rothesay Street
#135 / 173
Bottom 22% · Avg 1,133 sqft
Same area · River East
#2,617 / 2,836
Bottom 8% · Avg 1,399 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#167,924 / 194,458
Bottom 14% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

around average
260k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 42%Same areaBottom 4%CitywideBottom 19%
Same street · Rothesay Street
#101 / 173
Bottom 42% · Avg 306.4k
Same area · River East
#2,709 / 2,836
Bottom 4% · Avg 401.1k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#156,560 / 194,458
Bottom 19% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

above average
1974
0255075100
Same streetTop 28%Same areaBottom 30%CitywideTop 42%

Lot Size

below average
2,992 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 21%Same areaBottom 2%CitywideBottom 10%

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Transit & Walkability

Nearby stops, routes & transit score

Nearby Amenities

Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more

1594 Rothesay Street — 8 amenities found within 500 m, across 4 categories, including 1 education (nearest 486 m), 5 parks (nearest 127 m).

Search radius
🏫Education1
🌳Parks5
Worship1
🏛️Government1

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 11/2022CA$300k–350k
Sold price

Same street

Top 24%

Same area

Bottom 26%

City-wide

Bottom 42%

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Highlights & common questions: 1594 Rothesay Street, Winnipeg

Property Overview: 1594 Rothesay Street, Winnipeg

Section 1: Key Characteristics & Appeal

This 864 sqft home, built in 1974, presents a practical and affordable entry point into Winnipeg’s River East neighborhood. Its key appeal lies in its value positioning. With an assessed value significantly below area and city averages, it offers a lower financial barrier to homeownership in a well-established community. The home is notably compact, with a living area and lot size that are below typical benchmarks for the street and wider area, suggesting a efficient, low-maintenance footprint.

This property would suit first-time buyers or investors seeking a straightforward, budget-conscious purchase. Its manageable scale could appeal to downsizers or those prioritizing simplicity over space. A thoughtful perspective is that its below-average metrics, while often seen as a drawback, can translate into predictable property taxes and less upkeep. The home is not the newest or largest on the block, but its 1974 build date is actually above average for the immediate street, indicating relative modernity within its specific context.

Section 2: Frequently Asked Questions

1. How does the home’s size compare to others nearby?
The living area of 864 sqft is below the average for Rothesay Street (1,133 sqft), the River East area (1,399 sqft), and Winnipeg overall (1,342 sqft). This indicates a more compact, efficient layout.

2. Is the assessed value typical for the area?
No, the assessed value of $260k is below average for both the River East neighborhood ($401.1k average) and the city ($390.1k average). On Rothesay Street itself, it ranks closer to the middle of the pack.

3. What is the lot size, and how does it compare?
The lot is 2,992 sqft. This is below the average lot size for the street, neighborhood, and city, meaning outdoor space is more limited but may require less maintenance.

4. When was it last sold, and for how much?
Records indicate a sale between November 2022, with a price in the range of CA$300,000–$350,000. Exact sale figures require a manual lookup from the site provider.

5. Are there similar homes nearby for comparison?
Yes. The listing references several nearby properties on Rothesay Street and Summerfield Way with similar build years, living areas, and assessed values, such as 1606 Rothesay Street and 147 Summerfield Way, which can provide useful context.

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