221 Douglas Avenue

River East, Winnipeg

Property score

53.0

Fair

Overall 53.0 · Smaller and older than most nearby homes

975 sqft (bottom 13%) · Built in 1960 (16 yrs older than avg)

Located in a average-income area with median household income of ~59.2k

Transit 86.0 · 2-min walk to transit with 4 nearby routes · Within 500m: 7 dining spots, 1 healthcare facility, 1 shop, and 1 park nearby

Living Area

Below average

30% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Below average

16 yrs older than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 76%French · 2%

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

53.0 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

50.0Fair
Living Area975 sqft42Low
Year Built196043Low
Lot Size11,534 sqft97Excellent
Neighbourhood Sales Activity32Low

Community Score

57.6Fair
Household Income62Fair
Education Level44Low
Housing Stress63Fair
Core Housing Need63Fair
Employment Health52Fair

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: #46110742

Community deep dive

$59K

Median household income

$72K

Average household income

16%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.3

Income inequality (Gini)

3.6

P90 / P10 ratio

46%

Single-person households

13%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)559
Labour force participation rate56%
Median age51.2
Avg household size1.8
Unemployment rate10%
Population density3493 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)16%
Single-person households46%
Couple families with children13%
Median household income (2020)$59K

Housing

Renter households50%
Condominium dwellings0%
Median dwelling value (owners)$340K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)23%
Visible minority13%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)22%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 75%
Mother tongue (2nd)French · 1%

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

Rankings

Living Area

around average
975 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 50%Same areaBottom 13%CitywideBottom 23%
Same street · Douglas Avenue
#20 / 40
Top 50% · Avg 988 sqft
Same area · River East
#2,454 / 2,836
Bottom 13% · Avg 1,399 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#148,802 / 194,458
Bottom 23% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

around average
331k
0255075100
Same streetTop 48%Same areaBottom 18%CitywideBottom 39%
Same street · Douglas Avenue
#19 / 40
Top 48% · Avg 323.8k
Same area · River East
#2,338 / 2,836
Bottom 18% · Avg 401.1k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#117,909 / 194,458
Bottom 39% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

around average
1960
0255075100
Same streetBottom 37%Same areaBottom 6%CitywideBottom 42%

Lot Size

Elite
11,534 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 5%Same areaTop 6%CitywideTop 4%

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Transit & Walkability

Nearby stops, routes & transit score

Nearby Amenities

Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more

221 Douglas Avenue — 11 amenities found within 500 m, across 5 categories, including 7 dining (nearest 298 m), 1 healthcare (nearest 265 m), 1 shopping (nearest 306 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining7
🏥Healthcare1
🛒Shopping1
🌳Parks1
🏦Finance1

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 9/2022CA$350k–400k
Sold price

Same street

Top 23%

Same area

Top 45%

City-wide

Top 40%

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Highlights & common questions: 221 Douglas Avenue, Winnipeg

Property Overview: 221 Douglas Avenue, Winnipeg

Key Characteristics & Appeal

This 1960-built home in River East presents a compelling value proposition centered on its land. The house itself, at 975 square feet, is modest and typical for its immediate street but is smaller than many in the wider neighborhood. Its assessed value of approximately $331,000 is similarly average for the street but sits below the neighborhood average, suggesting the home may offer a more accessible entry point into the area.

The standout feature is the property’s lot. At over 11,500 square feet, it is exceptionally large, ranking in the top 5% on its street and city-wide. This transforms the property’s narrative from a standard bungalow to one with significant outdoor potential. The appeal lies in this balance: a solid, affordable home on a premium piece of land. It would suit a practical buyer who values space and privacy for gardening, recreation, or future expansion over immediate square footage. It’s also a strategic fit for those looking to invest in a neighborhood while acquiring an asset where the land itself holds substantial value.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is the house in need of major updates?
Built in 1960, the home is of an age where key systems (roof, furnace, plumbing) may be nearing or past their typical lifespan. A thorough inspection is advised, but its average condition for the street suggests it has been maintained adequately over time.

2. How does the sold price range relate to the assessed value?
The property last sold for an estimated $350,000-$400,000 in late 2022. The current assessed value of $331k is a municipal valuation for tax purposes and often lags behind market trends. The past sale price indicates buyers have recently valued it above its assessment.

3. What are the implications of such a large lot?
Beyond privacy and space, a lot of this size can mean higher maintenance (lawn care, snow clearing) but also offers unique opportunities not found in newer subdivisions, such as adding a garage, workshop, or even subdividing the lot, subject to city zoning approval.

4. How does the living space compare to nearby homes?
The living area is very close to the average (988 sq ft) for Douglas Avenue, meaning it feels consistent with its direct neighbors. However, it is notably smaller than the broader River East average, so buyers seeking abundant indoor space may find it compact.

5. Where can I get the exact historical sold prices?
Due to industry regulations, exact MLS sale figures are not published on this site. You can request the full, verified transaction history by email, and it will be provided manually at no cost and without marketing follow-up.

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