617 Furby Street

Spence, Winnipeg

Property score

60.6

Fair

Overall 60.6 · Larger than most nearby homes

1,881 sqft (top 23%) · Built in 1905 (13 yrs older than avg)

Located in a average-income area with median household income of ~50.8k

Transit 94.0 · 2-min walk to transit with 4 nearby routes · Within 500m: 22 dining spots, 1 school, 9 healthcare facilitys, and 14 shops nearby

Living Area

Above average

23% larger than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Near average

13 yrs older than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 53%Tagalog · 11%

Past 10 years Spence sales snapshot (~80% of all data)

Sold Count

216

Median price

221.5k

$/sqft

$117/sqft

Avg build year

1918

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Property score

60.6 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

65.9Good
Living Area1,881 sqft89Excellent
Year Built190510Low
Lot Size3,960 sqft46Low
Neighbourhood Sales Activity71Good

Community Score

52.6Fair
Household Income56Fair
Education Level34Low
Housing Stress63Fair
Core Housing Need63Fair
Employment Health52Fair

Neighbourhood Sales

Spence

How to read: Share of sales in each ~$50k price band for “spence” (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: #46110131

Community deep dive

$51K

Median household income

$60K

Average household income

26%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.3

Income inequality (Gini)

3.4

P90 / P10 ratio

40%

Single-person households

12%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)415
Labour force participation rate67%
Median age37.6
Avg household size2.4
Unemployment rate18%
Population density8300 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)26%
Single-person households40%
Couple families with children12%
Median household income (2020)$51K

Housing

Renter households71%
Condominium dwellings9%
Median dwelling value (owners)$240K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)28%
Visible minority40%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)18%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 53%
Mother tongue (2nd)Tagalog · 11%

Figures are for the census dissemination area containing this listing location; sources and margins may apply per Statistics Canada.

Rankings

Living Area

above average
1,881 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 44%Same areaTop 23%CitywideTop 14%
Same street · Furby Street
#83 / 188
Top 44% · Avg 1,808 sqft
Same area · Spence
#116 / 513
Top 23% · Avg 1,526 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#27,450 / 194,458
Top 14% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

around average
199k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 36%Same areaTop 44%CitywideBottom 8%
Same street · Furby Street
#120 / 188
Bottom 36% · Avg 238.5k
Same area · Spence
#226 / 513
Top 44% · Avg 194.4k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#178,762 / 194,458
Bottom 8% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

around average
1905
0255075100
Same streetTop 34%Same areaTop 31%CitywideBottom 2%

Lot Size

above average
3,960 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 40%Same areaTop 19%CitywideBottom 25%

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.

Transit & Walkability

Nearby stops, routes & transit score

Nearby Amenities

Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more

617 Furby Street — 56 amenities found within 500 m, across 8 categories, including 22 dining (nearest 54 m), 1 education (nearest 411 m), 9 healthcare (nearest 196 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining22
🏫Education1
🏥Healthcare9
🛒Shopping14
🌳Parks4
🏦Finance2
Worship2
🏛️Government2

Crime & Safety

Spence · WPS public data · 2026

Annual incidents

132

2026

vs. city avg

+347%

relative to avg

Year-over-year

-91%

vs. prior year

Primary type

Property

42%

Full crime data for Spence →Winnipeg crime overview →

Sales History

Sold 11/2019CA$150k–200k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 34%

Same area

Bottom 44%

City-wide

Bottom 9%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 617 Furby Street, Winnipeg

Property Overview & Key Characteristics

This 1905 two-and-a-half storey home on a 3,960 sqft lot in Spence offers a classic Winnipeg character combined with practical potential. Its key appeal lies in its generous proportions and solid foundation: the 1,881 sqft living area is notably larger than many in the city (ranking in the top 13% for Winnipeg) and sits on a lot that is also above average in size for the street. The home features a detached garage and an unrenovated basement, presenting a clear opportunity for customization.

The property suits two main types of buyers. First, it’s a practical project for a hands-on buyer or investor looking for a character home with "good bones" to renovate to their own taste, especially given the unfinished basement. Second, its size and lot offer genuine value for those needing space more than modern finishes, prioritizing square footage and potential over a move-in-ready condition. A thoughtful perspective is its established neighbourhood context; while not top-tier in its immediate area, it holds its own with stable, long-term neighbours, suggesting a well-rooted, no-frills community feel.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What does the assessed value versus the last sale price indicate?
The current assessed value is significantly lower than the 2019 sale price of $190k. This is common and reflects that municipal assessments for tax purposes often lag behind market value. It should not be used as a current market price indicator.

2. Is the unrenovated basement a major concern?
It’s a key consideration. It means there are likely immediate costs for finishing or repairs, but it also provides a blank slate for future expansion (like adding a suite or rec room) without the need to undo someone else’s work.

3. How does this property rank in its area?
The rankings show a mixed picture. The home excels in sheer size (both living area and lot) within Winnipeg broadly. On its own street and in Spence, its rankings for these size metrics are above average, but its assessed value ranks in the lower half, suggesting it may be viewed as needing updates compared to neighbours.

4. What are the implications of the home's age (built 1905)?
It offers classic charm and likely sturdy construction, but buyers should budget for age-related maintenance. A thorough inspection for the roof, foundation, wiring, and plumbing is essential to understand any needed investments.

5. Who might this property not suit?
It is not ideal for a buyer seeking a turn-key, modern home without renovation projects. Similarly, those sensitive to higher potential maintenance costs associated with older homes or preferring a neighbourhood with uniformly top-tier property rankings might want to look elsewhere.

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