Property score
53.3
Fair
Overall 53.3 · Compared with neighbourhood average
885 sqft (bottom 48%) · Built in 1949 (2 yrs older than avg)
Located in a above-average income area with median household income of ~71.5k
Transit 80.0 · 3-min walk to transit with 3 nearby routes · Within 500m: 8 dining spots, 1 school, 2 healthcare facilitys, and 3 shops nearby
Living Area
Near average
11% smaller than neighborhood avg.
Year Built
Near average
2 yrs older than neighborhood avg.
Mother tongue
English · 70%French · 7%
Past 10 years Varennes sales snapshot (~80% of all data)
171
455.5k
$420/sqft
1951
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53.3 is composed by the two sections below.
Property Score
Community Score
Varennes
How to read: Share of sales in each ~$50k price band for “varennes” (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: #46110613
$72K
Median household income
$83K
Average household income
14%
Low income (LIM-AT)
0.2
Income inequality (Gini)
3.3
P90 / P10 ratio
30%
Single-person households
19%
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
53 Crystal Avenue — 19 amenities found within 500 m, across 7 categories, including 8 dining (nearest 247 m), 1 education (nearest 186 m), 2 healthcare (nearest 303 m).
Varennes · WPS public data · 2026
Annual incidents
8
2026
vs. city avg
-73%
relative to avg
Year-over-year
▼ -93%
vs. prior year
Primary type
Property
75%
Same street
Same area
City-wide
| Metric | Same street | Same area | City-wide |
|---|---|---|---|
Sold price | Bottom 23% | Bottom 20% | Bottom 16% |
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Address · Year Built · Living Area
Address · Distance
Address · Tax-Assessed Value
53 Crystal Avenue presents a practical opportunity in Winnipeg's Varennes neighborhood. Its core appeal lies in a balanced profile that prioritizes outdoor space and relative affordability within its immediate area. Built in 1949, this 885 sqft home sits on a notably larger-than-average 5,643 sqft lot for both its street and neighborhood. While its living space and assessed value ($253k) are below the citywide average, they are competitive locally. This creates a specific value proposition: you are acquiring a property with generous land in an established area, where the home itself represents a more modest investment.
Key Characteristics & Ideal Buyer
The standout feature is the lot size, which ranks in the top 20% on its street and top 15% in Varennes. This offers clear potential for gardening, expansion, or simply more private outdoor living than is typical nearby. The home’s assessed value is significantly lower than both the street and city averages, suggesting an entry point into the area. Its smaller living footprint and 1949 construction date indicate it would suit a hands-on buyer comfortable with a character home, or an investor looking for a land-value play.
This property would best suit:
1. Is this a "fixer-upper"?
The 1949 build date and below-average living area suggest this is an older, more compact home. While the data doesn't specify condition, buyers should budget for updates typical of a house of this era and be prepared for a potential renovation project to modernize the interior.
2. Why is the assessed value so much lower than the street average?
The average assessed value on Crystal Avenue is $347.8k. This property's valuation of $253k likely reflects its smaller size (885 sqft vs. a 1,063 sqft street average) and older construction. The value appears to be anchored more in its substantial lot size than in the current structure.
3. What does the lot size ranking actually mean for me?
Ranking in the top 13% in the neighborhood for lot size means you have more usable land than most properties around you. This translates to greater privacy, space for additions like a garage or deck, and less feeling of being crowded by neighbors.
4. How does this property compare to the wider Winnipeg market?
Citywide, this home is below average in living space, assessed value, and year built. Its primary advantage is the lot size, which is around the city average. This highlights that its appeal is hyper-local, offering a specific trade-off (land over house size) that is more competitive within Varennes than in the broader market.
5. Are the property taxes likely to be lower?
Typically, a lower assessed value results in lower municipal property taxes compared to higher-valued homes on the same street. This can be a meaningful ongoing saving, improving monthly affordability despite the potential need for updates.
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