260 Helmsdale Avenue

Rossmere-B, Winnipeg

Property score

44.1

Below average

Overall 44.1 · 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 74.0 · 3-min walk to transit with 2 nearby routes · Within 500m: 2 dining spots, 2 healthcare facilitys, 1 shop, and 1 park 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)

Sold Count

568

Median price

360k

$/sqft

$380/sqft

Avg build year

1955

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Property score

44.1 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

31.1Low
Living Area792 sqft22Low
Year Built195030Low
Lot Size5,358 sqft67Good
Neighbourhood Sales Activity37Low

Community Score

63.5Fair
Household Income68Good
Education Level44Low
Housing Stress63Fair
Core Housing Need76Good
Employment Health68Good

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: #46110705

Community deep dive

$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

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)417
Labour force participation rate63%
Median age42.8
Avg household size2.0
Unemployment rate5%
Population density2978 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)12%
Single-person households36%
Couple families with children19%
Median household income (2020)$66K

Housing

Renter households26%
Condominium dwellings0%
Median dwelling value (owners)$280K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)17%
Visible minority17%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)20%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 80%
Mother tongue (2nd)Tagalog · 3%

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

Rankings

Living Area

below average
792 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 6%Same areaBottom 8%CitywideBottom 9%
Same street · Helmsdale Avenue
#218 / 231
Bottom 6% · Avg 1,162 sqft
Same area · Rossmere-B
#1,440 / 1,567
Bottom 8% · Avg 1,047 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#177,826 / 194,458
Bottom 9% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

around average
302k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 23%Same areaBottom 39%CitywideBottom 30%
Same street · Helmsdale Avenue
#177 / 231
Bottom 23% · Avg 333.4k
Same area · Rossmere-B
#962 / 1,567
Bottom 39% · Avg 311.9k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#136,482 / 194,458
Bottom 30% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

around average
1950
0255075100
Same streetBottom 34%Same areaBottom 20%CitywideBottom 28%

Lot Size

around average
5,358 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 3%Same areaTop 38%CitywideTop 47%

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Transit & Walkability

Nearby stops, routes & transit score

Nearby Amenities

Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more

260 Helmsdale Avenue — 9 amenities found within 500 m, across 6 categories, including 2 dining (nearest 439 m), 2 healthcare (nearest 153 m), 1 shopping (nearest 170 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining2
🏥Healthcare2
🛒Shopping1
🌳Parks1
🏦Finance2
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 9/2022CA$350k–400k
Sold price

Same street

Top 22%

Same area

Top 21%

City-wide

Top 46%
Sold 7/2019CA$250k–300k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 25%

Same area

Bottom 26%

City-wide

Bottom 26%

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Highlights & common questions: 260 Helmsdale Avenue, Winnipeg

Property Overview: 260 Helmsdale Avenue, Winnipeg

Section 1: Key Characteristics & Appeal

This home at 260 Helmsdale Avenue in Rossmere-B is a compact, post-war bungalow built in 1950. Its key characteristic is its modest scale: with 792 sqft of living space, it is notably smaller than most homes on its own street and across Winnipeg. This is balanced by a reasonably sized lot of 5,358 sqft, which is typical for the Rossmere-B neighborhood.

The appeal lies in its position as an efficient, lower-maintenance entry point into a stable, established area. With an assessed value of $302k—below the street average but aligned with the neighborhood average—it represents a potentially accessible price point for the area. The home last sold in 2022 for an estimated $350k-$400k, suggesting a market value that can exceed its assessed value.

This property would best suit first-time buyers, downsizers, or investors seeking a manageable footprint without a massive yard. It’s for someone prioritizing location and lot potential over immediate square footage, who sees value in a home that offers a foundation to potentially expand or renovate over time, rather than a move-in-ready larger property.

Section 2: Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is the house too small?
At 792 sqft, it is significantly smaller than the Winnipeg average. It would suit a single person, a couple, or a very small family comfortable with efficient living spaces. The floor plan’s practicality will be a key factor.

2. How does the assessed value relate to the likely selling price?
The assessed value for taxation ($302k) is a guideline. The 2022 sale in the $350k-$400k range indicates the market often values this property higher. Always base an offer on recent, comparable market sales, not just the assessment.

3. What are the implications of the lot size?
At over 5,300 sqft, the lot is a standout feature for a home of this size in the city. It provides ample outdoor space and potential for additions, a garage, or landscaping—options not always available with smaller homes.

4. How does this home compare to others on the street?
It’s one of the smaller and lower-assessed homes on Helmsdale Avenue. This means it could be a more affordable way onto a street of generally larger, higher-value properties, but it may also feel disproportionate to its neighbors.

5. Is the 1950 build date a concern?
Built in 1950, it’s average for the street but older than many city homes. A thorough inspection is crucial to understand the condition of major aging components like the roof, plumbing, electrical, and foundation, which will influence renovation budgets and priorities.

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