59 Crystal Avenue

Varennes, Winnipeg

Property score

52.1

Fair

Overall 52.1 · Compared with neighbourhood average

818 sqft (bottom 36%) · Built in 1924 (27 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: 7 dining spots, 1 school, 2 healthcare facilitys, and 3 shops nearby

Living Area

Below average

18% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Below average

27 yrs older than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 70%French · 7%

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

Sold Count

171

Median price

455.5k

$/sqft

$420/sqft

Avg build year

1951

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Property score

52.1 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

37.2Low
Living Area32
818 sqftLow
Year Built20
1924Low
Lot Size74
5,646 sqftGood
Neighbourhood Sales Activity59
Fair

Community Score

74.4Good
Household Income72
Good
Education Level72
Good
Housing Stress74
Good
Core Housing Need76
Good
Employment Health90
Excellent

Neighbourhood Sales

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.

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: #46110613

Community deep dive

$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

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)522
Labour force participation rate81%
Median age36.4
Avg household size2.3
Unemployment rate6%
Population density2900 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)14%
Single-person households30%
Couple families with children19%
Median household income (2020)$72K

Housing

Renter households32%
Condominium dwellings0%
Median dwelling value (owners)$276K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)14%
Visible minority20%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)38%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 70%
Mother tongue (2nd)French · 6%

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

Rankings

Living Area

around average
818 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 31%Same areaBottom 36%CitywideBottom 10%
Same street · Crystal Avenue
#40 / 58
Bottom 31% · Avg 1,063 sqft
Same area · Varennes
#272 / 426
Bottom 36% · Avg 997 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#174,490 / 194,458
Bottom 10% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

around average
281k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 45%Same areaBottom 49%CitywideBottom 24%
Same street · Crystal Avenue
#32 / 58
Bottom 45% · Avg 347.8k
Same area · Varennes
#217 / 426
Bottom 49% · Avg 318.6k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#147,081 / 194,458
Bottom 24% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

around average
1924
0255075100
Same streetBottom 34%Same areaBottom 31%CitywideBottom 15%

Lot Size

above average
5,646 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 16%Same areaTop 12%CitywideTop 40%

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

59 Crystal Avenue — 18 amenities found within 500 m, across 7 categories, including 7 dining (nearest 274 m), 1 education (nearest 200 m), 2 healthcare (nearest 277 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining7
🏫Education1
🏥Healthcare2
🛒Shopping3
🏦Finance1
Fuel Stations2
Worship2

Crime & Safety

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%

Sales History

Sold 9/2016CA$250k–300k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 33%

Same area

Bottom 37%

City-wide

Bottom 23%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 59 Crystal Avenue, Winnipeg

Property Overview

This home at 59 Crystal Avenue presents a balanced offering of space, value, and potential. Its 818 sqft living area is typical for its established Varennes neighborhood and street, though it is more compact compared to the Winnipeg city average. The 1924 build date suggests classic character, and the property’s standout feature is its generous 5,646 sqft lot, which is significantly larger than most in the immediate area. With an assessed value well below city and local averages, it sits in an accessible price tier.

Its appeal lies in this combination of a sizable yard in a mature neighborhood at a lower entry point. It suits first-time buyers, practical downsizers, or value-oriented investors who prioritize land size over a large interior footprint and are comfortable with a home that may require updates reflective of its era. A thoughtful perspective is that its "around average" metrics for the street indicate it fits right into the fabric of the neighborhood—offering stability without standing out, for better or worse.


Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How does the home’s size compare to others nearby?
A: The living area is quite typical for Crystal Avenue and the Varennes neighborhood, ranking near the middle in both cases. It is, however, smaller than the average Winnipeg home.

Q: Is the assessed value a good indicator of the property’s market position?
A: The assessment suggests it is valued below the average for both the city and its own street. This often indicates a more accessible price point, but market conditions and the home’s specific condition are the final determinants.

Q: What are the implications of the 1924 build date?
A: It places the home among the older properties on the street and in the city. This often means classic architectural details but also warrants careful attention to the age and condition of major systems like plumbing, electrical, and the roof during an inspection.

Q: The lot size is mentioned as a key feature. How significant is it?
A: The lot is notably larger than most on the street and in the neighborhood, ranking in the top 15%. This is a distinct advantage for outdoor space, gardening, expansion potential, or simply enjoying more privacy.

Q: What is the main takeaway from these statistics?
A: This property offers a trade-off: a living space that is standard for its locale on a land parcel that is above standard, all at a value that appears below standard. It’s a scenario that prioritizes outdoor potential and neighborhood fit over interior square footage.