261 Fortier Avenue

River East, Winnipeg

Property score

65.1

Good

Overall 65.1 · Newer than most nearby homes

1,126 sqft (bottom 33%) · Built in 1995 (19 yrs newer than avg)

Located in a above-average income area with median household income of ~76.5k

Transit 74.0 · 4-min walk to transit with 2 nearby routes · Within 500m: 4 dining spots, 1 school, 1 healthcare facility, and 3 shops nearby

Living Area

Below average

20% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Above average

19 yrs newer than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 76%Punjabi · 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

65.1 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

64.9Fair
Living Area1,126 sqft60Fair
Year Built199581Excellent
Lot Size5,610 sqft74Good
Neighbourhood Sales Activity32Low

Community Score

65.5Good
Household Income75Good
Education Level44Low
Housing Stress52Fair
Core Housing Need88Excellent
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: #46110744

Community deep dive

$77K

Median household income

$94K

Average household income

8%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.3

Income inequality (Gini)

3.2

P90 / P10 ratio

40%

Single-person households

18%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)592
Labour force participation rate62%
Median age46.4
Avg household size2.1
Unemployment rate13%
Population density3115 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)8%
Single-person households40%
Couple families with children18%
Median household income (2020)$77K

Housing

Renter households43%
Condominium dwellings0%
Median dwelling value (owners)$376K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)20%
Visible minority17%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)22%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 76%
Mother tongue (2nd)Punjabi · 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
1,126 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 42%Same areaBottom 33%CitywideBottom 43%
Same street · Fortier Avenue
#15 / 36
Top 42% · Avg 1,139 sqft
Same area · River East
#1,887 / 2,836
Bottom 33% · Avg 1,399 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#111,773 / 194,458
Bottom 43% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

above average
417k
0255075100
Same streetTop 22%Same areaTop 36%CitywideTop 34%
Same street · Fortier Avenue
#8 / 36
Top 22% · Avg 356.1k
Same area · River East
#1,017 / 2,836
Top 36% · Avg 401.1k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#66,982 / 194,458
Top 34% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

Elite
1995
0255075100
Same streetTop 22%Same areaTop 2%CitywideTop 20%

Lot Size

around average
5,610 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 47%Same areaBottom 29%CitywideTop 40%

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Transit & Walkability

Nearby stops, routes & transit score

Nearby Amenities

Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more

261 Fortier Avenue — 13 amenities found within 500 m, across 5 categories, including 4 dining (nearest 282 m), 1 education (nearest 458 m), 1 healthcare (nearest 316 m).

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🍽️Dining4
🏫Education1
🏥Healthcare1
🛒Shopping3
🌳Parks4

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 3/2021CA$350k–400k
Sold price

Same street

Top 31%

Same area

Top 41%

City-wide

Top 36%
Sold 7/2017CA$300k–350k
Sold price

Same street

Top 44%

Same area

Bottom 36%

City-wide

Bottom 48%

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Highlights & common questions: 261 Fortier Avenue, Winnipeg

Property Overview

This home at 261 Fortier Avenue in Winnipeg's River East neighborhood presents a solid, middle-of-the-market opportunity. Built in 1995, it is notably newer than most homes in the area, offering modern construction advantages amidst a streetscape of older properties. With 1,126 sqft of living space and a 5,610 sqft lot, its size is consistently average when compared to its immediate street and the wider city, providing a comfortable footprint without being oversized. Its current assessed value of $417k sits above the street average, indicating it is perceived as a higher-quality asset on its block.

The appeal here is one of practical, above-average condition in a well-established setting. It suits buyers looking for a move-in-ready home that won't require the updates typical of a 1970s build, which dominates the neighborhood. It’s an ideal fit for first-time buyers, small families, or downsizers who prioritize a newer build and manageable maintenance over a sprawling lot or maximum square footage. A thoughtful perspective is that while the lot size is slightly below the neighborhood average, the newer build year may translate to better energy efficiency and fewer near-term repair costs, offsetting the trade-off in outdoor space.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How does the assessed value relate to the likely selling price?
The assessed value of $417k is for municipal tax purposes and serves as a benchmark. Recent sold prices on the street and in the area suggest a market range, but the exact selling price will depend on current market conditions, the home's interior condition, and buyer demand.

2. The home is newer than most in River East. What are the pros and cons of this?
The primary advantage is potentially lower maintenance and more modern building standards, wiring, and insulation. A less obvious consideration is that the architectural style or floor plan might differ from the neighborhood's older character homes, which could be a pro or con depending on buyer taste.

3. Is the lot size a limitation?
At 5,610 sqft, the lot is very typical for the street but below the broader neighborhood average. This means outdoor space is adequate for a deck, garden, or play area, but may not accommodate extensive additions or outbuildings as easily as larger lots in River East.

4. What can the past sale history tell me?
The home sold in 2021 and 2017, with prices placing it in the top 30-40% of local sales at those times. This indicates a history of being a desirable, competitively priced property within its micro-market, but a professional should be consulted for precise historical data.

5. How does this home compare to the nearby properties listed?
Compared to the listed nearby references, this home has a newer build year than all of them. Its living area is smaller than some larger comparables but similar to others, and its assessed value is higher than most on the list, reinforcing its status as a newer, well-assessed property on the block.

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