Property score
47.7
Below average
Overall 47.7 · Smaller and older than most nearby homes
860 sqft (bottom 15%) · Built in 1949 (6 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 bank/ATM nearby
Living Area
Below average
18% smaller than neighborhood avg.
Year Built
Below average
6 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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47.7 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
281 Helmsdale Avenue — 7 amenities found within 500 m, across 5 categories, including 2 dining (nearest 464 m), 2 healthcare (nearest 242 m), 1 shopping (nearest 268 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 46% | Bottom 44% | Bottom 34% |
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Address · Year Built · Living Area
Address · Distance
Address · Tax-Assessed Value
Property Overview: 281 Helmsdale Avenue, Winnipeg
Section 1: Key Characteristics & Appeal
This home on Helmsdale Avenue is a modest, well-established property in the Rossmere-B neighbourhood. Built in 1949, its 860 sqft living area is notably compact compared to many homes on its own street and in Winnipeg overall. However, this presents its core appeal: an opportunity for entry into a mature neighbourhood at a relatively accessible price point, as reflected in its below-average assessed value.
The appeal lies in its efficient use of space and its lot size. While the house itself is smaller, the 5,375 sqft land area is actually quite generous for the immediate neighbourhood, offering potential for outdoor enjoyment, gardening, or future expansion. This creates an interesting value proposition—a smaller home on a proportionally larger lot. It would suit first-time buyers, downsizers looking to reduce maintenance without leaving a settled area, or investors seeking a rental property in a stable community. Its price positioning suggests it’s a practical option for those prioritizing location and land over square footage, with the understanding that updates or renovations may be part of the journey.
Section 2: Frequently Asked Questions
1. Is the price competitive for the area?
Yes. The assessed value is below the average for Helmsdale Avenue and the Rossmere-B neighbourhood. This suggests the property may offer a more affordable entry point into the area compared to larger homes on the same street.
2. How does the lot size compare?
The lot is a key feature. At over 5,300 sqft, it is larger than many lots in Rossmere-B and is close to the citywide average. This means you’re getting more outdoor space than is typical for the immediate area.
3. The house seems small. How does it compare?
The living area is compact. It ranks below 90% of homes on Helmsdale Avenue in terms of size. This confirms it is a smaller, more efficient footprint, which contributes to its lower assessed value.
4. What is the historical sale context?
Records indicate it last sold between $250k-$300k in late 2020. This provides a recent benchmark, but for fully verified and exact historical sale prices, a manual lookup through the site is required.
5. Are there similar properties nearby for comparison?
Yes. The listing provides examples of nearby homes on Helmsdale Avenue and Oakview Avenue with varying sizes, ages, and values, such as 333 Helmsdale Ave (larger, lower value) and 289 Oakview Ave (similar size, lower value). This helps illustrate the range of options in the vicinity.
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