160 Emerson Avenue

River East, Winnipeg

Property score

59.2

Fair

Overall 59.2 · Smaller and older than most nearby homes

962 sqft (bottom 12%) · Built in 1956 (20 yrs older than avg)

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

Transit 74.0 · 2-min walk to transit with 2 nearby routes · Within 500m: 1 dining spot, and 2 parks nearby

Living Area

Below average

31% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Below average

20 yrs older 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

59.2 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

47.6Low
Living Area962 sqft42Low
Year Built195643Low
Lot Size6,351 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

below average
962 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 15%Same areaBottom 12%CitywideBottom 23%
Same street · Emerson Avenue
#155 / 183
Bottom 15% · Avg 1,262 sqft
Same area · River East
#2,493 / 2,836
Bottom 12% · Avg 1,399 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#150,496 / 194,458
Bottom 23% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

around average
344k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 14%Same areaBottom 23%CitywideBottom 44%
Same street · Emerson Avenue
#158 / 183
Bottom 14% · Avg 383.2k
Same area · River East
#2,172 / 2,836
Bottom 23% · Avg 401.1k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#108,668 / 194,458
Bottom 44% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

around average
1956
0255075100
Same streetBottom 3%Same areaBottom 3%CitywideBottom 36%

Lot Size

above average
6,351 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 38%Same areaTop 40%CitywideTop 25%

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

160 Emerson Avenue — 3 amenities found within 500 m, across 2 categories, including 1 dining (nearest 395 m), 2 parks (nearest 359 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 5/2016CA$250k–300k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 14%

Same area

Bottom 20%

City-wide

Bottom 36%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 160 Emerson Avenue, Winnipeg

Property Overview: 160 Emerson Avenue, Winnipeg

Key Characteristics & Buyer Appeal

This 1956-built home in River East presents a practical opportunity centered on its lot and location. At 962 sq ft, the living space is notably below average for both the street and the wider neighborhood, indicating a compact, manageable footprint. The assessed value of $344k sits below local averages but aligns closely with the Winnipeg city-wide benchmark, suggesting a competitively priced entry point into the area.

The primary appeal lies in its generous 6,351 sq ft lot, which is above the city-wide average and offers significant outdoor space relative to the home's size—a rarity in many city neighborhoods. This creates immediate potential for gardening, expansion, or simply enjoying a larger yard. Its appeal is for the pragmatic buyer: a first-time homeowner, downsizer, or investor seeking a lower-maintenance property where value is derived more from the land and location than from the existing structure's size. It suits someone comfortable with a home that may require updates (given its age) but who values the long-term asset of a substantial lot in an established community.


Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is the below-average living area a major concern?
It depends on your needs. The home is compact, which means lower utility costs and less upkeep. For singles, couples, or minimalist buyers, it can be efficient. For growing families, the layout and potential for future expansion (subject to permits) would be key considerations.

2. How does the lot size compare to nearby properties?
The lot is solidly average for Emerson Avenue and River East but ranks above average city-wide. This means you're getting a typically sized yard for the immediate area, which is generally spacious compared to many newer Winnipeg neighborhoods.

3. The home is older than most on the street. What does that imply?
Built in 1956, it is among the older homes on the block. This often means character and mature landscaping, but it also warrants a thorough inspection for the condition of major systems like plumbing, electrical, and the foundation, which may be original or nearing the end of their lifespan.

4. Why is the assessed value below the neighborhood average?
The lower assessment likely reflects the combination of a smaller-than-average living area and the older age of the home. It can represent a value opportunity, as the property's worth is supported more by its land and location than its current structure.

5. Where can I get verified historical sale price data?
The site provides estimated sold price ranges from public data. For fully verified and exact sale figures, you must request a manual lookup via email, as this information is not sourced from the MLS system.

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