538 Kingsford Avenue

Rossmere-A, Winnipeg

Property score

57.8

Fair

Overall 57.8 · Smaller than most nearby homes

816 sqft (bottom 8%) · Built in 1960 (4 yrs older than avg)

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

Transit 68.0 · 3-min walk to transit with 2 nearby routes · Within 500m: 1 school, 4 parks, and 1 place of worship nearby

Living Area

Below average

27% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Near average

4 yrs older than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 72%French · 3%

Past 10 years Rossmere-A sales snapshot (~80% of all data)

Sold Count

1,159

Median price

370k

$/sqft

$358/sqft

Avg build year

1964

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Property score

57.8 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

43.0Low
Living Area816 sqft32Low
Year Built196043Low
Lot Size6,046 sqft81Excellent
Neighbourhood Sales Activity61Fair

Community Score

80.1Excellent
Household Income82Excellent
Education Level54Fair
Housing Stress100Excellent
Core Housing Need100Excellent
Employment Health83Excellent

Neighbourhood Sales

Rossmere-A

How to read: Share of sales in each ~$50k price band for “rossmere-a” (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: #46110724

Community deep dive

$93K

Median household income

$105K

Average household income

5%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.2

Income inequality (Gini)

2.7

P90 / P10 ratio

26%

Single-person households

31%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)528
Labour force participation rate72%
Median age36.0
Avg household size2.6
Unemployment rate3%
Population density2640 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)5%
Single-person households26%
Couple families with children31%
Median household income (2020)$93K

Housing

Renter households0%
Condominium dwellings0%
Median dwelling value (owners)$300K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)17%
Visible minority7%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)25%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 72%
Mother tongue (2nd)French · 2%

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

Rankings

Living Area

below average
816 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 18%Same areaBottom 8%CitywideBottom 10%
Same street · Kingsford Avenue
#140 / 170
Bottom 18% · Avg 1,081 sqft
Same area · Rossmere-A
#2,887 / 3,143
Bottom 8% · Avg 1,116 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#174,618 / 194,458
Bottom 10% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

around average
314k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 37%Same areaBottom 33%CitywideBottom 34%
Same street · Kingsford Avenue
#107 / 170
Bottom 37% · Avg 325.9k
Same area · Rossmere-A
#2,110 / 3,143
Bottom 33% · Avg 329.8k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#129,291 / 194,458
Bottom 34% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

above average
1960
0255075100
Same streetTop 17%Same areaBottom 47%CitywideBottom 42%

Lot Size

above average
6,046 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 37%Same areaTop 39%CitywideTop 30%

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Transit & Walkability

Nearby stops, routes & transit score

Nearby Amenities

Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more

538 Kingsford Avenue — 6 amenities found within 500 m, across 3 categories, including 1 education (nearest 161 m), 4 parks (nearest 98 m).

Search radius
🏫Education1
🌳Parks4
Worship1

Crime & Safety

Rossmere-A · WPS public data · 2026

Annual incidents

81

2026

vs. city avg

+175%

relative to avg

Year-over-year

-90%

vs. prior year

Primary type

Property

67%

Sales History

Sold 11/2017CA$250k–300k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 34%

Same area

Bottom 28%

City-wide

Bottom 30%

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Highlights & common questions: 538 Kingsford Avenue, Winnipeg

Property Overview

This 1960-built home at 538 Kingsford Avenue in Winnipeg's Rossmere-A neighborhood presents a straightforward, value-oriented opportunity. With 816 square feet of living space on a 6,046 sqft lot, its key characteristic is its efficiency. The home's assessed value of approximately $314k sits solidly in the average range for both its street and neighborhood, suggesting a stable, established setting.

Its appeal lies in its practicality. The lot size is notably above average for the city, offering good outdoor space relative to the home's footprint—a point for those who value yard space over a large interior. As one of the more recently built homes on its street, it may benefit from slightly newer infrastructure compared to immediate neighbors. This is a home suited for first-time buyers, downsizers, or investors seeking an affordable entry into a mature neighborhood without the premium for size. It’s for someone who sees potential in a manageable layout and values a lower property tax base linked to its modest assessment.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How does the smaller living area impact value and livability?
While the living space is below area averages, it translates to a lower assessed value and potentially lower property taxes. For the right buyer, this represents an efficient use of space and budget, though it requires a mindful approach to furniture and storage.

2. The home last sold in 2017. Should I be concerned about updates?
The sale was over seven years ago. While the 1960 build date is standard for the area, this timeline suggests a thorough inspection is crucial to understand the current condition of major systems like plumbing, electrical, and the roof, and to identify what updates the previous owner may have undertaken.

3. The lot is larger than many in the neighborhood. Is this an advantage?
Yes. The above-average city lot size provides more private outdoor space and future flexibility (like gardening or expansions, subject to permits) than is typical, which is a distinct asset not reflected in the living area figures.

4. How does the assessed value compare to the likely selling price?
The assessed value ($314k) is for municipal tax purposes. The last known sale was between $250k-$300k in 2017. Market conditions have changed, so the current selling price will be determined by recent comparable sales, condition, and demand. The assessment indicates it's not an outlier, providing a stable benchmark.

5. What is the immediate neighborhood like based on this data?
The data shows consistent, average property values and similar-aged homes on the street and in Rossmere-A. This indicates a stable, established community without extreme highs or lows, which can be appealing for long-term predictability.

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