444 Helmsdale Avenue

Rossmere-B, Winnipeg

Property score

54.5

Fair

Overall 54.5 · Smaller than most nearby homes

890 sqft (bottom 21%) · 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

15% 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

54.5 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

40.4Low
Living Area890 sqft32Low
Year Built195536Low
Lot Size6,491 sqft81Excellent
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

below average
890 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 13%Same areaBottom 21%CitywideBottom 16%
Same street · Helmsdale Avenue
#200 / 231
Bottom 13% · Avg 1,162 sqft
Same area · Rossmere-B
#1,242 / 1,567
Bottom 21% · Avg 1,047 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#164,231 / 194,458
Bottom 16% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

above average
371k
0255075100
Same streetTop 13%Same areaTop 6%CitywideTop 47%
Same street · Helmsdale Avenue
#31 / 231
Top 13% · Avg 333.4k
Same area · Rossmere-B
#93 / 1,567
Top 6% · Avg 311.9k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#90,675 / 194,458
Top 47% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

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

Lot Size

above average
6,491 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 26%Same areaTop 18%CitywideTop 23%

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Transit & Walkability

Nearby stops, routes & transit score

Nearby Amenities

Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more

444 Helmsdale Avenue — 8 amenities found within 500 m, across 6 categories, including 1 dining (nearest 212 m), 1 education (nearest 185 m), 1 healthcare (nearest 183 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 9/2022CA$400k–450k
Sold price

Same street

Top 3%

Same area

Top 3%

City-wide

Top 23%
Sold 6/2021CA$300k–350k
Sold price

Same street

Top 42%

Same area

Top 40%

City-wide

Bottom 42%
Sold 7/2017CA$250k–300k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 46%

Same area

Bottom 44%

City-wide

Bottom 34%

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Highlights & common questions: 444 Helmsdale Avenue, Winnipeg

Property Overview

444 Helmsdale Avenue is a well-situated, mid-century home in Winnipeg's Rossmere-B neighborhood. Built in 1955, its 890 sqft living area is modest and below local averages, positioning it as a more compact option. However, its key strength lies in its substantial and valuable lot of 6,491 sqft, which ranks well above average for both the community and the city. This is reflected in its tax-assessed value of $371,000, which is notably higher than most immediate neighbors, suggesting the land itself is a significant contributor to its worth. The property has shown strong appreciation, with its last recorded sale in late 2022 fetching a price in the top tier for the area.

Key Characteristics & Appeal

This home’s primary appeal is its land value and location within a stable, established community. The lot size offers excellent potential for expansion, gardening, or outdoor living—a notable advantage over newer subdivisions. While the house itself is smaller and older, it represents a solid entry point into a desirable area, likely with lower initial utility costs than a larger modern home. Its above-average assessed value for the street and neighborhood indicates it is viewed as a premium property within its specific context.

It would best suit pragmatic first-time buyers or downsizers who prioritize lot size and location over square footage, and who are comfortable with a home from the 1950s that may require updates. It’s also a strategic option for an investor or buyer looking for a property where the land asset offers future potential.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Why is the tax assessment so high compared to the home's size?
The assessed value ($371,000) is significantly influenced by the valuable, larger-than-average lot in a sought-after area. The valuation considers the land's potential as much as the current structure.

2. Is the living space too small?
At 890 sqft, it is below the average for the street and city. It would suit individuals, couples, or small families comfortable with a more compact layout, typical of many homes from its era.

3. What does the sale history tell us?
The property has appreciated considerably, with its 2022 sale price placing in the top 3% for the street and area. This indicates strong market confidence in this location.

4. How does the lot compare to others?
The lot is a standout feature. At 6,491 sqft, it is larger than 82% of lots in Rossmere-B and 77% of lots city-wide, offering rare outdoor space for the community.

5. What should I consider about the home's age?
Built in 1955, it is slightly newer than average for its street. Buyers should budget for potential updates to systems like plumbing, electrical, or insulation that are common for homes of this vintage.

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