478 Sinclair Street

Robertson, Winnipeg

Property score

58.6

Fair

Overall 58.6 · Larger than most nearby homes

1,150 sqft (top 15%) · Built in 1948 (1 yr older than avg)

Located in a high-income area with median household income of ~89k

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

Living Area

Above average

18% larger than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Below average

1 yrs older than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 56%Tagalog · 28%

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

Sold Count

591

Median price

310k

$/sqft

$334/sqft

Avg build year

1949

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Property score

58.6 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

50.5Fair
Living Area60
1,150 sqftFair
Year Built30
1948Low
Lot Size46
3,606 sqftLow
Neighbourhood Sales Activity32
Low

Community Score

70.7Good
Household Income80
Excellent
Education Level34
Low
Housing Stress83
Excellent
Core Housing Need88
Excellent
Employment Health68
Good

Neighbourhood Sales

Robertson

How to read: Share of sales in each ~$50k price band for “robertson” (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: #46110046

Community deep dive

$89K

Median household income

$89K

Average household income

7%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.2

Income inequality (Gini)

2.7

P90 / P10 ratio

23%

Single-person households

27%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)638
Labour force participation rate69%
Median age40.8
Avg household size2.7
Unemployment rate13%
Population density5800 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)7%
Single-person households23%
Couple families with children27%
Median household income (2020)$89K

Housing

Renter households4%
Condominium dwellings0%
Median dwelling value (owners)$224K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)41%
Visible minority41%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)16%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 55%
Mother tongue (2nd)Tagalog · 28%

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

Rankings

Living Area

above average
1,150 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 44%Same areaTop 15%CitywideBottom 45%
Same street · Sinclair Street
#94 / 214
Top 44% · Avg 1,166 sqft
Same area · Robertson
#260 / 1,730
Top 15% · Avg 977 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#107,374 / 194,458
Bottom 45% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

around average
288k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 42%Same areaTop 37%CitywideBottom 26%
Same street · Sinclair Street
#124 / 214
Bottom 42% · Avg 318.5k
Same area · Robertson
#642 / 1,730
Top 37% · Avg 269k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#143,830 / 194,458
Bottom 26% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

around average
1948
0255075100
Same streetBottom 21%Same areaBottom 35%CitywideBottom 26%

Lot Size

around average
3,606 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 34%Same areaBottom 19%CitywideBottom 21%

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

478 Sinclair Street — 6 amenities found within 500 m, across 5 categories, including 1 dining (nearest 338 m), 1 education (nearest 485 m), 1 shopping (nearest 391 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining1
🏫Education1
🛒Shopping1
🌳Parks2
Worship1

Crime & Safety

Robertson · WPS public data · 2026

Annual incidents

8

2026

vs. city avg

-73%

relative to avg

Year-over-year

-97%

vs. prior year

Primary type

Property

50%

Sales History

Sold 9/2021CA$200k–250k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 12%

Same area

Bottom 29%

City-wide

Bottom 14%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 478 Sinclair Street, Winnipeg

Property Overview: 478 Sinclair Street, Winnipeg

Key Characteristics & Appeal

This 1,150 sqft home, built in 1948 on a 3,606 sqft lot in Robertson, presents a practical and value-conscious opportunity. Its primary appeal lies in its strong positioning within the immediate neighborhood. While its size and assessed value ($288k) are around average for the city, they are notably above average for the Robertson area, suggesting you get more house for your money here compared to many nearby streets. The lot is smaller than typical for Winnipeg, but this can mean lower maintenance.

The home would suit first-time buyers or pragmatic investors looking for an entry into the market with a solid, no-frills property. Its older vintage (built earlier than most on its street) implies potential for updates, appealing to those with renovation vision. A thoughtful perspective is that its "average" metrics city-wide might actually be a stability advantage, insulating it from being overpriced for its core offering, while its neighborhood-level strength provides a foundation for value.


Frequently Asked Questions

1. How does this home's value compare to others nearby?
Its assessed value is higher than the Robertson neighborhood average but lower than the average on Sinclair Street itself. This suggests it's a sizable home for the area, potentially offering more interior space than many immediate comparables.

2. Is the lot size a disadvantage?
The lot is below average for both the neighborhood and city. This translates to less outdoor maintenance, which can be a benefit for some, but offers less private outdoor space for gardening or expansion.

3. The home is older than most on the street. Should I be concerned?
Built in 1948, it's older than the street average of 1963. This typically indicates potential for older infrastructure (like plumbing or electrical) that may need attention, but also often comes with character and established, mature landscaping.

4. What can the 2021 sale price range tell me?
The prior sale in the $200k-$250k range suggests significant equity growth has likely occurred since then, as reflected in the current $288k assessment. It underscores a period of strong value increase.

5. Where does this property offer the best value?
The data indicates its most competitive advantage is within the Robertson neighborhood itself, where it ranks in the top 15% for living area. You are getting more interior space than most homes in the broader area, which is its standout feature.