287 Boyd Avenue

St. John'S, Winnipeg

Property score

39.2

Below average

Overall 39.2 · Larger but older than most nearby homes

1,492 sqft (top 24%) · Built in 1905 (18 yrs older than avg)

Located in a below-average income area with median household income of ~34k

Transit 80.0 · 2-min walk to transit with 3 nearby routes · Within 500m: 1 dining spot, 1 school, 1 shop, and 3 parks nearby

Living Area

Above average

18% larger than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Below average

18 yrs older than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 82%Tagalog · 3%

Past 10 years St. John'S sales snapshot (~80% of all data)

Sold Count

1,054

Median price

230k

$/sqft

$193/sqft

Avg build year

1923

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Property score

39.2 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

52.6Fair
Living Area75
1,492 sqftGood
Year Built10
1905Low
Lot Size18
2,281 sqftLow
Neighbourhood Sales Activity59
Fair

Community Score

19.2Low
Household Income20
Low
Education Level10
Low
Housing Stress42
Low
Core Housing Need15
Low
Employment Health15
Low

Neighbourhood Sales

St. John'S

How to read: Share of sales in each ~$50k price band for “st. john's” (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: #46110918

Community deep dive

$34K

Median household income

$44K

Average household income

42%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.3

Income inequality (Gini)

4.4

P90 / P10 ratio

43%

Single-person households

6%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)466
Labour force participation rate33%
Median age32.4
Avg household size2.1
Unemployment rate15%
Population density4236 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)42%
Single-person households43%
Couple families with children6%
Median household income (2020)$34K

Housing

Renter households71%
Condominium dwellings0%
Median dwelling value (owners)$230K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)15%
Visible minority9%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)8%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 81%
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

above average
1,492 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 11%Same areaTop 24%CitywideTop 31%
Same street · Boyd Avenue
#51 / 484
Top 11% · Avg 1,047 sqft
Same area · St. John'S
#579 / 2,462
Top 24% · Avg 1,261 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#60,173 / 194,458
Top 31% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

below average
104k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 13%Same areaBottom 4%CitywideBottom 1%
Same street · Boyd Avenue
#420 / 484
Bottom 13% · Avg 167.7k
Same area · St. John'S
#2,363 / 2,462
Bottom 4% · Avg 200.9k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#193,224 / 194,458
Bottom 1% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

below average
1905
0255075100
Same streetBottom 11%Same areaBottom 12%CitywideBottom 2%

Lot Size

below average
2,281 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 14%Same areaBottom 2%CitywideBottom 2%

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

287 Boyd Avenue — 14 amenities found within 500 m, across 7 categories, including 1 dining (nearest 142 m), 1 education (nearest 156 m), 1 shopping (nearest 282 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining1
🏫Education1
🛒Shopping1
🌳Parks3
💪Sports2
Fuel Stations1
Worship5

Crime & Safety

St. John'S · WPS public data · 2026

Annual incidents

101

2026

vs. city avg

+242%

relative to avg

Year-over-year

-92%

vs. prior year

Primary type

Property

40%

Sales History

287 Boyd Avenue: We are not showing a transaction history based solely on public data; that does not mean no sale ever occurred. You can still request details by email in the “Data notes” section below—we will look it up manually and reply with the most accurate information available.

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 287 Boyd Avenue, Winnipeg

Property Overview & Key Characteristics

This one and three-quarter storey home, built in 1905, is a character property with a renovated basement, situated on a notably large lot for its St. John's neighbourhood. Its primary appeal lies in its combination of historical roots, generous land size, and a very low municipal assessed value, which may present a unique value proposition. The home ranks in the top 2% of Winnipeg for lot size and sits on a street where it is in the top 14% for property area, offering rare urban space.

The property would suit a value-conscious buyer looking for a project or an investor seeking a land-hold opportunity in a historic area. It’s ideal for someone who prioritizes lot potential over modern finishes, and who is comfortable with a home that requires updates, as the living area is modest and the assessed value is significantly lower than many nearby comparables. The renovated basement adds functional space, a key asset for a home of this era.


Frequently Asked Questions

1. Why is the assessed value so much lower than some nearby homes?
Municipal assessments are based on a mass appraisal system and may not reflect current market conditions or specific renovations. A low assessment can sometimes indicate a property in need of updates, but it also results in lower annual property taxes, which is a tangible financial benefit.

2. What does "one and three-quarter storey" mean?
This is a common architectural style for Winnipeg homes of this period. It typically means the second floor has full-height ceilings in the center of the house, with sloped ceilings or knee walls in the rooms under the eaves, creating cozy, character-filled bedrooms.

3. The home is over 120 years old. What should I be most concerned about?
While the renovated basement is a positive, primary concerns for a home of this age typically include the condition of the foundation, the roof, original wiring or plumbing, and energy efficiency. A thorough inspection is essential to understand the scope of any needed updates.

4. The lot is large, but what can I do with it?
The generous lot size (over 2,200 sq. ft.) is a standout feature. It offers excellent potential for expanded outdoor living space, gardening, or future additions like a garage or workshop, subject to local zoning bylaws.

5. How does the living area compare to the neighbourhood?
At 1,492 sq. ft., the living space is comfortable but ranks in the top 89% on its street (meaning 89% of street homes are larger). This suggests the value here is weighted more toward the land itself and the home's character rather than its square footage.