Property score
62.9
Fair
Overall 62.9 · Older than most nearby homes
1,080 sqft (bottom 31%) · Built in 1950 (25 yrs older than avg)
Located in a high-income area with median household income of ~91k
Transit 62.0 · 2-min walk to transit with 1 nearby route · Within 500m: 1 healthcare facility, 1 shop, and 3 parks nearby
Living Area
Below average
22% smaller than neighborhood avg.
Year Built
Below average
25 yrs older than neighborhood avg.
Mother tongue
English · 80%French · 3%
Past 10 years Varsity View sales snapshot (~80% of all data)
281
492k
$398/sqft
1975
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62.9 is composed by the two sections below.
Property Score
Community Score
Varsity View
How to read: Share of sales in each ~$50k price band for “varsity view” (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: #46110348
$91K
Median household income
$105K
Average household income
6%
Low income (LIM-AT)
0.2
Income inequality (Gini)
3.2
P90 / P10 ratio
26%
Single-person households
26%
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.
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.
Nearby stops, routes & transit score
Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more
215 Elmhurst Road — 5 amenities found within 500 m, across 3 categories, including 1 healthcare (nearest 297 m), 1 shopping (nearest 239 m), 3 parks (nearest 350 m).
Varsity View · WPS public data · 2026
Annual incidents
6
2026
vs. city avg
-80%
relative to avg
Year-over-year
▼ -93%
vs. prior year
Primary type
Property
83%
215 Elmhurst Road: 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.
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Address · Year Built · Living Area
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Property Overview
This 1950s one-and-a-half story home in Varsity View offers a classic Winnipeg living proposition. Its key appeal lies in a substantial, nearly 6,000 sqft lot in a mature, central neighbourhood, providing a balance of space and location. The house itself, with 1,080 sqft of living space and an unfinished basement, presents a straightforward layout typical of its era. A split garage adds practical storage or workshop potential.
The property’s competitive rankings suggest it is a solid, middle-of-the-road option rather than a standout in any single category. It would suit a first-time buyer, an investor, or a downsizer looking for a manageable footprint on a generous lot without the premium of a fully renovated home. The appeal is for those who value the established character of the neighbourhood and see potential in the existing structure and blank-canvas basement, preferring to customize over time rather than pay for someone else’s upgrades upfront. A less obvious perspective is that its average rankings across metrics indicate a stable, predictable value in a volatile market, appealing to the pragmatic buyer.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What does the "one-and-a-half story" design typically mean?
This style usually features main living areas on the ground floor, with a second story under sloping roof lines that may contain additional bedrooms or cozy spaces. It’s a charming, classic design but can mean slightly less usable square footage on the upper level compared to a full two-story.
2. How significant is the unfinished basement?
It’s both a project and an opportunity. It requires investment to finish but allows a new owner to create exactly the space they need—a rental suite, family room, or dedicated workshop—without having to undo existing work.
3. The lot is large, but what does that practically offer?
Beyond simple outdoor space, a lot of this size in a central neighbourhood is a long-term asset. It provides ample room for gardening, play, or future additions like a deck or shed, and is a key contributor to the property's overall value.
4. The home ranks "average" in many categories for its area. Is that a concern?
Not necessarily. It reflects that this is a character home in a well-established area, not a newly built or extensively renovated property. It suggests the price should align with a home needing some updates, offering a fair entry point into the neighbourhood.
5. What is the likely scope of work for a home from 1950?
While systems may have been updated, a buyer should budget for potential updates to original plumbing or electrical, and will want to check the condition of the roof and windows. The charm of older homes comes with a responsibility for diligent maintenance.
