Property score
58.4
Fair
Overall 58.4 · Compared with neighbourhood average
950 sqft (bottom 34%) · Built in 1955
Located in a above-average income area with median household income of ~87k
Transit 88.0 · 2-min walk to transit with 3 nearby routes · Within 500m: 1 dining spot, 1 school, 1 healthcare facility, and 2 parks nearby
Living Area
Below average
9% smaller than neighborhood avg.
Year Built
Near average
0 yrs newer than neighborhood avg.
Mother tongue
English · 79%Tagalog · 4%
Past 10 years Rossmere-B sales snapshot (~80% of all data)
568
360k
$380/sqft
1955
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58.4 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: #46110703
$87K
Median household income
$92K
Average household income
9%
Low income (LIM-AT)
0.2
Income inequality (Gini)
2.9
P90 / P10 ratio
28%
Single-person households
25%
Families with children
Figures are for the census dissemination area containing this listing location; sources and margins may apply per Statistics Canada.
Rank by land area, larger = better rank
Rank by year, newer = better rank
Rank by living area, larger = better rank
Rank by assessed value, higher = better rank
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
408 Helmsdale Avenue — 8 amenities found within 500 m, across 6 categories, including 1 dining (nearest 330 m), 1 education (nearest 173 m), 1 healthcare (nearest 316 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 16% | Bottom 16% | Bottom 21% |
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Address · Year Built · Living Area
Address · Distance
Address · Tax-Assessed Value
Property Overview: 408 Helmsdale Avenue, Winnipeg
Section 1: Key Characteristics & Appeal
This 1955-built home in Rossmere-B offers a practical and grounded opportunity in Winnipeg's housing market. With 950 sqft of living space, it sits comfortably within the average range for its immediate street and neighborhood, making it a manageable size for smaller households or first-time buyers. Its primary appeal lies in its above-average land size (6,625 sqft), placing it in the top 9% within Rossmere-B, which provides valuable outdoor space and potential relative to many area lots.
The home’s assessed value for taxes is $329,000, which is notably higher than the Rossmere-B community average, suggesting the municipal assessment sees solid value in the property or lot. A less obvious perspective is that while the living space is modest by city-wide standards, the combination of a larger, valuable lot with a home of average community size could appeal to those prioritizing yard space over interior square footage, or seeing long-term potential in the land itself.
This property would best suit buyers looking for an entry point into a stable neighborhood without the upkeep of a very large home. It’s a pragmatic choice for first-time homeowners, small families, or investors seeking a property with a strong land-to-building ratio in a mature community.
Section 2: Frequently Asked Questions
1. How does this home’s size compare to others nearby?
At 950 sqft, the living area is very close to the Rossmere-B neighborhood average (~1,047 sqft) and slightly below the average on its own street. It’s a comfortably average-sized home for the immediate area.
2. Is the tax assessment higher than normal for this area?
Yes. The assessed value of $329,000 is above the Rossmere-B community average of ~$312,000. This can be influenced by factors like lot size, condition, and recent improvements, and it’s wise to understand how this translates to actual property taxes.
3. What stands out about this property’s lot?
The land size is a key feature. At 6,625 sqft, it is significantly larger than the typical lot in Rossmere-B (average ~5,270 sqft), placing it in the top 10% of the community for lot size.
4. When was it last sold, and for how much?
Public data indicates a sale occurred in January 2016, with a reported price range between $200,000 and $250,000. For precise historical sale data, you must request it directly from the source providing this information.
5. Are similar homes available on the same street?
Yes, Helmsdale Avenue has several homes from the same era (1950s) with comparable living areas, as shown in the comparable listings. This provides a clear benchmark for size, age, and value in the direct vicinity.
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