Property score
58.2
Fair
Overall 58.2 · Compared with neighbourhood average
950 sqft (bottom 34%) · Built in 1955
Located in a above-average income area with median household income of ~82k
Transit 80.0 · 3-min walk to transit with 3 nearby routes · Within 500m: 1 dining spot, 1 school, 1 healthcare facility, and 3 parks nearby
Living Area
Below average
9% smaller than neighborhood avg.
Year Built
Near average
0 yrs newer than neighborhood avg.
Mother tongue
English · 71%Tagalog · 4%
Past 10 years Rossmere-B sales snapshot (~80% of all data)
568
360k
$380/sqft
1955
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58.2 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: #46110700
$82K
Median household income
$100K
Average household income
8%
Low income (LIM-AT)
0.2
Income inequality (Gini)
3.1
P90 / P10 ratio
28%
Single-person households
28%
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
553 Helmsdale Avenue — 11 amenities found within 500 m, across 7 categories, including 1 dining (nearest 332 m), 1 education (nearest 270 m), 1 healthcare (nearest 284 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 | Top 39% | Top 38% | Bottom 43% |
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Address · Year Built · Living Area
Address · Distance
Address · Tax-Assessed Value
Property Overview: 553 Helmsdale Avenue, Winnipeg
Key Characteristics & Appeal
This 1955-built home in Rossmere-B offers a practical footprint of 950 sqft on a notably generous 6,622 sqft lot. Its core appeal lies in its strong positional value within its immediate area. While the living space is slightly below the Winnipeg average, the property stands out in other key metrics: its municipal assessment is well above averages for both its street and neighborhood, and the lot size is significantly larger than most in Rossmere-B. This suggests a property that is valued more for its land and location than for its interior square footage.
The home would suit a value-conscious buyer who prioritizes lot size and established community character over a large modern floor plan. It’s a classic post-war bungalow, likely appealing to first-time homeowners, downsizers, or investors looking for a property with solid fundamentals in a stable neighborhood. A thoughtful perspective is that this property represents an opportunity to own an above-average lot in the area, which could be a long-term asset for expansion, gardening, or simply enjoying more private outdoor space, even if the house itself requires updates typical of its era.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How does this home’s value compare to its neighbors?
The municipal tax assessment of $349,000 is above the average for both Helmsdale Avenue and the wider Rossmere-B community, indicating the city assesses its value relatively highly compared to nearby properties.
2. Is the house smaller than others in Winnipeg?
Yes, at 950 sqft, the living area is below the Winnipeg average for houses. However, it is much closer to the average size within the Rossmere-B neighborhood itself, where homes tend to be more modestly sized.
3. What does the lot size ranking mean?
The lot is over 6,600 sqft, which ranks in the top 20% city-wide and the top 11% within Rossmere-B. This is a key feature, offering more outdoor space than most properties in the community.
4. What is the sales history?
Public data indicates a sale occurred in December 2020 in the $300,000-$350,000 range. For precise historical sale prices, you must request the information directly from the source providing this data.
5. Are comparable homes nearby?
Yes, the data lists several nearby homes from the 1950s with similar sizes and assessments, such as 578 Helmsdale Ave ($341,000 assessment) and 564 Oakview Ave ($381,000 assessment), providing a clear picture of the local market.
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