Property score
62.0
Fair
Overall 62.0 · Compared with neighbourhood average
1,039 sqft (top 45%) · Built in 1955
Located in a above-average income area with median household income of ~87k
Transit 80.0 · 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
Near average
1% 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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62.0 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.
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.
Nearby stops, routes & transit score
Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more
421 Helmsdale Avenue — 8 amenities found within 500 m, across 6 categories, including 1 dining (nearest 320 m), 1 education (nearest 224 m), 1 healthcare (nearest 289 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 47% | Bottom 48% | Bottom 36% |
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Address · Year Built · Living Area
Address · Distance
Address · Tax-Assessed Value
Property Overview
This 1955-built home at 421 Helmsdale Avenue in Winnipeg's Rossmere-B neighbourhood presents a practical and grounded opportunity. With 1,039 sqft of living space, it sits close to the average for both its street and community, offering a comfortable footprint for a smaller household or first-time buyer. Its key appeal lies in its proportionally large lot of 6,618 sqft, which ranks within the top 20% city-wide, providing valuable outdoor space and potential in a mature area. The property's assessed value for taxes is notably below the street average, which may indicate a relative value proposition, though this should be verified against current market conditions. The home suits buyers looking for a established neighbourhood character, who prioritize yard space over a larger interior, and are prepared for the maintenance or updates that can come with a home of this vintage. A thoughtful perspective is that while the home itself is average in size and age for the area, the land it sits on is a standout asset, offering a sense of privacy and room to grow that is less common in this price segment.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How does the property's value compare to recent sales?
Based on available data, a home on this street sold in the $250,000-$300,000 range in August 2022. The current assessed value is $303,000. For the most accurate and complete sales history, you must request the information directly via email from the source of this data.
2. Is the lot size a significant advantage?
Yes, particularly within the Rossmere-B community. The lot is over 1,300 sqft larger than the neighbourhood average, placing it in the top 14%. This means more private outdoor space than many nearby properties, which is a key differentiator.
3. What might the below-average tax assessment mean?
A tax assessment below the street average can suggest the property is valued lower relative to its immediate neighbours. This could be due to factors like the home's condition, specific features, or the timing of the assessment. It's important to get a current market evaluation to understand today's value.
4. How does this home compare to the nearby comparable listings?
The provided comparables, such as 440 Helmsdale Ave., show very similar homes from the same era (1955) with close living area and assessed values. This indicates the subject property is typical for the specific block, reinforcing its market positioning as a standard offering in this pocket of the community.
5. What is implied by the home's "above average" build year ranking on its street?
With an average build year of 1950 on Helmsdale Avenue, this 1955 home is newer than about 80% of the houses on the street. This suggests the immediate street contains many older homes, and this property might be among the more recently built in that specific row.
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