Property score
44.7
Below average
Overall 44.7 · Smaller and older than most nearby homes
792 sqft (bottom 8%) · Built in 1950 (5 yrs older than avg)
Located in a above-average income area with median household income of ~66k
Transit 82.0 · 2-min walk to transit with 2 nearby routes · Within 500m: 3 dining spots, 2 healthcare facilitys, 1 shop, and 2 parks nearby
Living Area
Below average
24% smaller than neighborhood avg.
Year Built
Below average
5 yrs older than neighborhood avg.
Mother tongue
English · 81%Tagalog · 4%
Past 10 years Rossmere-B sales snapshot (~80% of all data)
568
360k
$380/sqft
1955
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44.7 is composed by the two sections below.
Property Score
Community Score
Rossmere-B
How to read: Share of sales in each ~$50k price band for “rossmere-b” (Detached houses (non-condo), 2024). The tallest band is the mainstream budget range; multi-year view shows how that band shifts over time.
Sales-to-New-Listings
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
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.
Dissemination area (DA) — Statistics Canada 2021 Census · Area: #46110705
$66K
Median household income
$69K
Average household income
12%
Low income (LIM-AT)
0.2
Income inequality (Gini)
3.3
P90 / P10 ratio
36%
Single-person households
19%
Families with children
Figures are for the census dissemination area containing this listing location; sources and margins may apply per Statistics Canada.
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Bar: fill length ≈ share of peers you outperform. Fill color reflects tier (red / blue / amber / gray). “Avg” is a rough median benchmark for comparable homes in that scope.
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Nearby stops, routes & transit score
Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more
221 Helmsdale Avenue — 10 amenities found within 500 m, across 6 categories, including 3 dining (nearest 413 m), 2 healthcare (nearest 90 m), 1 shopping (nearest 188 m).
Rossmere-B · WPS public data · 2026
Annual incidents
13
2026
vs. city avg
-56%
relative to avg
Year-over-year
▼ -92%
vs. prior year
Primary type
Property
62%
Same street
Same area
City-wide
| Metric | Same street | Same area | City-wide |
|---|---|---|---|
Sold price | Bottom 26% | Bottom 27% | Bottom 26% |
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Address · Year Built · Living Area
Address · Distance
Address · Tax-Assessed Value
Property Overview: 221 Helmsdale Avenue, Winnipeg
Key Characteristics & Appeal
This home at 221 Helmsdale Avenue in the Rossmere-B neighborhood is a classic post-war bungalow, built in 1950. Its primary appeal lies in its position as a more affordable entry point into the Winnipeg housing market. With a living area of 792 sq ft, it is notably compact, ranking smaller than approximately 90% of homes across the city, street, and neighborhood. This translates to lower utility costs and minimal upkeep, suited for a minimalist lifestyle.
The property sits on a 5,527 sq ft lot, which is very close to the average for Rossmere-B, offering a balanced outdoor space without being overwhelming. The 2024 assessed value for taxes is $292,000, which is below average for the area, suggesting a potentially lower property tax burden. A sale was recorded in July 2017 in the $250,000-$300,000 range.
This home would best suit first-time buyers, downsizers, or investors looking for a manageable property with foundational equity in a long-established community. Its value proposition is straightforward: essential shelter with a focus on lot value and location over interior square footage. A thoughtful perspective is that its smaller size and below-average assessment could represent a "blank canvas" opportunity, where strategic renovations might add significant value relative to the initial investment.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Is the house unusually small?
Yes. At 792 sq ft, its living area is significantly below the average for the street, neighborhood, and city. It is ideal for those seeking a cozy, low-maintenance space.
2. What does the assessed value tell me?
The $292,000 assessment is used for calculating property taxes. It is consistently below average for comparable homes in all geographic comparisons, which may indicate a relatively lower annual tax cost.
3. How old is the house, and what does that mean?
Built in 1950, it is a mature home. While it shares the era of many houses on its street, it is older than most in Winnipeg. Buyers should budget for potential updates to aging components like plumbing, wiring, or windows.
4. Is the lot a good size?
The lot is just over 5,500 sq ft, which is very typical for the Rossmere-B area. It provides adequate private outdoor space without the high maintenance of a much larger yard.
5. Where can I find exact historical sale prices?
The provided data shows a sale price range. Due to industry regulations, precise MLS sale records are not published here. You can request the exact historical sale data by emailing the site administrator, as noted on the property page.
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