521 Atlantic Avenue

St. John'S, Winnipeg

Property score

37.6

Below average

Overall 37.6 · Smaller than most nearby homes

600 sqft (bottom 1%) · Built in 1922 (1 yr older than avg)

Located in a average-income area with median household income of ~61.2k

Transit 82.0 · 1-min walk to transit with 2 nearby routes · Within 500m: 1 dining spot, 1 school, 2 healthcare facilitys, and 2 shops nearby

Living Area

Below average

52% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Near average

1 yrs older than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 72%Tagalog · 10%

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

37.6 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

26.0Low
Living Area15
600 sqftLow
Year Built20
1922Low
Lot Size67
5,083 sqftGood
Neighbourhood Sales Activity59
Fair

Community Score

55.1Fair
Household Income64
Fair
Education Level44
Low
Housing Stress63
Fair
Core Housing Need38
Low
Employment Health42
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: #46110907

Community deep dive

$61K

Median household income

$68K

Average household income

20%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.2

Income inequality (Gini)

3.1

P90 / P10 ratio

26%

Single-person households

21%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)498
Labour force participation rate51%
Median age36.0
Avg household size2.6
Unemployment rate10%
Population density5533 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)20%
Single-person households26%
Couple families with children21%
Median household income (2020)$61K

Housing

Renter households38%
Condominium dwellings0%
Median dwelling value (owners)$180K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)24%
Visible minority30%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)21%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 71%
Mother tongue (2nd)Tagalog · 10%

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

Rankings

Living Area

below average
600 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 4%Same areaBottom 1%CitywideBottom 1%
Same street · Atlantic Avenue
#530 / 551
Bottom 4% · Avg 1,017 sqft
Same area · St. John'S
#2,429 / 2,462
Bottom 1% · Avg 1,261 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#192,753 / 194,458
Bottom 1% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

below average
160k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 20%Same areaBottom 28%CitywideBottom 4%
Same street · Atlantic Avenue
#441 / 551
Bottom 20% · Avg 222.8k
Same area · St. John'S
#1,772 / 2,462
Bottom 28% · Avg 200.9k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#186,860 / 194,458
Bottom 4% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

around average
1922
0255075100
Same streetBottom 48%Same areaTop 37%CitywideBottom 14%

Lot Size

above average
5,083 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 6%Same areaTop 14%CitywideBottom 47%

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

521 Atlantic Avenue — 13 amenities found within 500 m, across 6 categories, including 1 dining (nearest 198 m), 1 education (nearest 393 m), 2 healthcare (nearest 292 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining1
🏫Education1
🏥Healthcare2
🛒Shopping2
🌳Parks6
Worship1

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

Sold 2/2024CA$150k–200k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 14%

Same area

Bottom 25%

City-wide

Bottom 4%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 521 Atlantic Avenue, Winnipeg

Property Overview & Appeal

This one-storey home on a large 5,000+ sqft lot presents a specific and compelling value proposition. Its key characteristic is the significant contrast between its modest 600 sqft living area—which ranks in the top 1% for size in Winnipeg, meaning it's among the smallest—and its substantial, detached lot. The recently renovated basement adds functional living space. Built in 1922, it sits in the St. John's neighbourhood and sold for $150,000 in early 2024, closely aligning with its $160,000 assessed value.

The appeal lies in its affordability and lot potential. It suits a practical, value-driven buyer: a first-time homeowner comfortable with a cozy footprint, an investor looking for a property with a strong land-to-structure ratio, or someone seeking a manageable property with a large outdoor space for gardens, pets, or future expansion. A less obvious perspective is that its "top 1%" ranking for small size is actually a benefit for those seeking lower utility costs and minimal upkeep. Its recent sale also suggests the market has recently tested and confirmed its price point.


Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is the house unusually small?
Yes. At 600 sqft, the living area is notably compact, ranking in the top 1% for smallest homes in Winnipeg. The renovated basement provides crucial additional space.

2. What does the lot size mean for me?
At over 5,000 sqft, the lot is significantly larger than the house itself. This offers rare potential in an urban setting for private outdoor space, gardening, storage, or future additions, subject to zoning.

3. How does the recent sale price relate to the asking price?
The property sold for $150,000 in February 2024. Any current listing would likely be priced close to this recent market value, which is also near its $160,000 assessed value, indicating a stable and transparent valuation.

4. What is the neighbourhood like?
It's in the St. John's area of Winnipeg. The rankings show the property performs well within its immediate street and neighbourhood context, particularly for lot size, suggesting it's a solid holding within that community.

5. Who would this property not suit?
It would not suit buyers needing substantial above-ground living space, multiple large bedrooms, or those who prefer a modern, low-maintenance home without the character and considerations of a 104-year-old structure.