255 Roberta Avenue

Rossmere-B, Winnipeg

Property score

42.2

Below average

Overall 42.2 · Smaller and older than most nearby homes

768 sqft (bottom 7%) · Built in 1951 (4 yrs older than avg)

Located in a average-income area with median household income of ~52.4k

Transit 74.0 · 4-min walk to transit with 2 nearby routes · Within 500m: 3 dining spots, 2 schools, 5 healthcare facilitys, and 2 shops nearby

Living Area

Below average

27% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Below average

4 yrs older than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 68%Punjabi · 7%

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

Sold Count

568

Median price

360k

$/sqft

$380/sqft

Avg build year

1955

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Property score

42.2 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

31.2Low
Living Area768 sqft22Low
Year Built195136Low
Lot Size4,993 sqft60Fair
Neighbourhood Sales Activity37Low

Community Score

58.6Fair
Household Income56Fair
Education Level54Fair
Housing Stress52Fair
Core Housing Need50Fair
Employment Health96Excellent

Neighbourhood Sales

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.

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: #46110711

Community deep dive

$52K

Median household income

$64K

Average household income

22%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.2

Income inequality (Gini)

3.0

P90 / P10 ratio

47%

Single-person households

14%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)668
Labour force participation rate81%
Median age31.8
Avg household size1.8
Unemployment rate5%
Population density4175 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)22%
Single-person households47%
Couple families with children14%
Median household income (2020)$52K

Housing

Renter households90%
Condominium dwellings0%
Median dwelling value (owners)$290K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)19%
Visible minority30%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)26%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 67%
Mother tongue (2nd)Punjabi · 6%

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

Rankings

Living Area

below average
768 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 4%Same areaBottom 7%CitywideBottom 7%
Same street · Roberta Avenue
#242 / 251
Bottom 4% · Avg 1,151 sqft
Same area · Rossmere-B
#1,460 / 1,567
Bottom 7% · Avg 1,047 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#180,149 / 194,458
Bottom 7% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

below average
270k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 9%Same areaBottom 13%CitywideBottom 22%
Same street · Roberta Avenue
#228 / 251
Bottom 9% · Avg 325.6k
Same area · Rossmere-B
#1,367 / 1,567
Bottom 13% · Avg 311.9k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#152,093 / 194,458
Bottom 22% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

below average
1951
0255075100
Same streetBottom 25%Same areaBottom 26%CitywideBottom 29%

Lot Size

around average
4,993 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 45%Same areaBottom 40%CitywideBottom 43%

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

255 Roberta Avenue — 16 amenities found within 500 m, across 8 categories, including 3 dining (nearest 229 m), 2 education (nearest 128 m), 5 healthcare (nearest 237 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining3
🏫Education2
🏥Healthcare5
🛒Shopping2
🌳Parks1
🏦Finance1
Fuel Stations1
Worship1

Crime & Safety

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%

Sales History

Sold 7/2016CA$200k–250k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 2%

Same area

Bottom 11%

City-wide

Bottom 18%

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Highlights & common questions: 255 Roberta Avenue, Winnipeg

Property Overview: 255 Roberta Avenue, Winnipeg

Section 1: Key Characteristics & Buyer Profile

This home at 255 Roberta Avenue in Rossmere-B is a classic, no-frills property that presents a clear value proposition. Its key characteristic is its modest 768 sqft living area, which is notably smaller than most comparable homes on its street, in the neighborhood, and across Winnipeg. Built in 1951, it is also slightly older than the area average. The assessed value of $270k reflects this, sitting below local benchmarks.

The appeal lies in its position as a potentially more affordable entry point into a stable neighborhood. The lot size is standard for the street at just under 5,000 sqft, offering typical outdoor space. A thoughtful perspective is that its below-average metrics in size and value could represent an opportunity for a buyer comfortable with a cozy footprint, seeking lower property taxes, or looking for a home where renovation efforts and investments might stand out positively among larger, older neighbors. This property would suit first-time buyers, downsizers, or practical investors looking for a straightforward, lower-maintenance asset without the premium for above-average square footage. Its value is in its simplicity and fundamentals, not in luxury or size.

Section 2: Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is this house significantly smaller than its neighbors?
Yes. The living area is 768 sqft, which ranks in the top 96% on its street (meaning only 4% of comparable homes are smaller). The average home on Roberta Avenue is about 1,151 sqft.

2. How does the assessed value compare to nearby homes?
The $270k assessment is below the street average of approximately $325.6k. This generally correlates with the home's smaller size and older age relative to the area.

3. When was it last sold and for roughly how much?
Public records indicate a sale between July 2016 for a price in the range of CA$200,000–$250,000. Exact sale prices require a manual lookup from the provider.

4. What is the land size, and is it typical?
The lot is 4,993 sqft, which is very close to the street average and considered standard for the immediate area, though below the wider Winnipeg average.

5. Where can I see how this property compares visually to the neighborhood?
The listing provides a link to a neighborhood analysis map page to compare this home with nearby properties on metrics like year built, lot size, and assessed value.

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