428 Helmsdale Avenue

Rossmere-B, Winnipeg

Property score

58.4

Fair

Overall 58.4 · Compared with neighbourhood average

962 sqft (bottom 35%) · Built in 1955

Located in a above-average income area with median household income of ~87k

Transit 80.0 · 3-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

8% 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)

Sold Count

568

Median price

360k

$/sqft

$380/sqft

Avg build year

1955

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Property score

58.4 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

47.0Low
Living Area962 sqft42Low
Year Built195536Low
Lot Size6,624 sqft85Excellent
Neighbourhood Sales Activity37Low

Community Score

75.6Good
Household Income79Good
Education Level63Fair
Housing Stress83Excellent
Core Housing Need76Good
Employment Health76Good

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: #46110703

Community deep dive

$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

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)659
Labour force participation rate69%
Median age39.6
Avg household size2.4
Unemployment rate5%
Population density2440 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)9%
Single-person households28%
Couple families with children25%
Median household income (2020)$87K

Housing

Renter households17%
Condominium dwellings0%
Median dwelling value (owners)$300K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)18%
Visible minority14%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)30%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 79%
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

around average
962 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 34%Same areaBottom 35%CitywideBottom 23%
Same street · Helmsdale Avenue
#153 / 231
Bottom 34% · Avg 1,162 sqft
Same area · Rossmere-B
#1,016 / 1,567
Bottom 35% · Avg 1,047 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#150,496 / 194,458
Bottom 23% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

above average
351k
0255075100
Same streetTop 24%Same areaTop 13%CitywideBottom 47%
Same street · Helmsdale Avenue
#55 / 231
Top 24% · Avg 333.4k
Same area · Rossmere-B
#205 / 1,567
Top 13% · Avg 311.9k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#103,913 / 194,458
Bottom 47% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

above average
1955
0255075100
Same streetTop 20%Same areaTop 47%CitywideBottom 34%

Lot Size

above average
6,624 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 43%Same areaTop 9%CitywideTop 20%

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Transit & Walkability

Nearby stops, routes & transit score

Nearby Amenities

Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more

428 Helmsdale Avenue — 8 amenities found within 500 m, across 6 categories, including 1 dining (nearest 262 m), 1 education (nearest 166 m), 1 healthcare (nearest 242 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining1
🏫Education1
🏥Healthcare1
🌳Parks2
Fuel Stations1
Worship2

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 9/2024CA$400k–450k
Sold price

Same street

Top 4%

Same area

Top 5%

City-wide

Top 28%

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Highlights & common questions: 428 Helmsdale Avenue, Winnipeg

Property Overview: 428 Helmsdale Avenue, Winnipeg

Key Characteristics & Appeal

This 1955-built home in the Rossmere-B neighborhood presents a practical and value-oriented opportunity. With 962 sqft of living space, it is a comfortably sized, single-level property typical of its era. Its primary appeal lies in its strong positional value within its immediate area. The property boasts an assessed value for taxes ($351,000) that ranks well above average for both its street (top 24%) and neighborhood (top 13%), suggesting it is viewed favorably relative to its peers. Furthermore, it sits on a 6,624 sqft lot, which is significantly larger than the Rossmere-B average (top 9%), offering valuable outdoor space and potential.

The home suits first-time buyers or downsizers seeking an established community without a premium price tag. It’s a straightforward property where the value is anchored more in its lot size and assessed standing than in square footage or modern finishes. A thoughtful perspective is that while the living space is modest by city-wide standards, its above-average lot size in the neighborhood provides a relative rarity: room to grow, garden, or simply enjoy more privacy than nearby homes, which is a lasting asset not easily changed.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the likely selling price based on recent data?
Recent comparable sales on the same street from late 2024 indicate a transaction range between $400,000 and $450,000. For a precise historical sale price, you must request the data directly from the source via email.

2. How does the home's size compare to others nearby?
At 962 sqft, the living area is close to the average for both Helmsdale Avenue and the Rossmere-B community. It is, however, below the average for the entire city of Winnipeg.

3. Is the property tax assessment high?
Yes, the tax assessment of $351,000 is notably higher than the averages for both the street and the neighborhood. This typically reflects the city's valuation of the property's worth relative to others nearby, which can be influenced by lot size, condition, and improvements.

4. What does the lot size offer?
The lot is a key feature. At over 6,600 sqft, it is substantially larger than most in Rossmere-B, ranking in the top 9% for the community. This offers more yard space than is typical for the area.

5. The home was built in 1955. What should I consider?
The build year is newer than the average on its street. As with any home of this age, a thorough inspection is essential to understand the condition of major systems like plumbing, electrical, and the foundation, and to budget for any necessary updates or maintenance.

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