229 Cathcart Street

Varsity View, Winnipeg

Property score

58.4

Fair

Overall 58.4 · Smaller than most nearby homes

864 sqft (bottom 10%) · Built in 1973 (2 yrs older than avg)

Located in a high-income area with median household income of ~91k

Transit 82.0 · 2-min walk to transit with 2 nearby routes · Within 500m: 1 healthcare facility, 1 shop, and 2 parks nearby

Living Area

Below average

38% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Near average

2 yrs older than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 80%French · 3%

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

Sold Count

281

Median price

492k

$/sqft

$398/sqft

Avg build year

1975

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Property score

58.4 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

42.9Low
Living Area32
864 sqftLow
Year Built58
1973Fair
Lot Size67
5,048 sqftGood
Neighbourhood Sales Activity42
Low

Community Score

81.7Excellent
Household Income81
Excellent
Education Level72
Good
Housing Stress100
Excellent
Core Housing Need100
Excellent
Employment Health68
Good

Neighbourhood Sales

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.

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: #46110348

Community deep dive

$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

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)392
Labour force participation rate62%
Median age48.4
Avg household size2.3
Unemployment rate4%
Population density1866 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)6%
Single-person households26%
Couple families with children26%
Median household income (2020)$91K

Housing

Renter households5%
Condominium dwellings0%
Median dwelling value (owners)$348K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)13%
Visible minority8%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)37%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 79%
Mother tongue (2nd)French · 2%

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

Rankings

Living Area

below average
864 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 5%Same areaBottom 10%CitywideBottom 14%
Same street · Cathcart Street
#188 / 198
Bottom 5% · Avg 1,237 sqft
Same area · Varsity View
#767 / 848
Bottom 10% · Avg 1,387 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#167,924 / 194,458
Bottom 14% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

around average
365k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 22%Same areaBottom 33%CitywideTop 49%
Same street · Cathcart Street
#154 / 198
Bottom 22% · Avg 406.8k
Same area · Varsity View
#569 / 848
Bottom 33% · Avg 444.7k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#94,553 / 194,458
Top 49% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

around average
1973
0255075100
Same streetBottom 47%Same areaBottom 46%CitywideTop 43%

Lot Size

around average
5,048 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 4%Same areaBottom 6%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

229 Cathcart Street — 4 amenities found within 500 m, across 3 categories, including 1 healthcare (nearest 476 m), 1 shopping (nearest 412 m), 2 parks (nearest 229 m).

Search radius
🏥Healthcare1
🛒Shopping1
🌳Parks2

Crime & Safety

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%

Sales History

Sold 5/2023CA$350k–400k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 35%

Same area

Bottom 44%

City-wide

Top 44%
Sold 9/2019CA$300k–350k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 12%

Same area

Bottom 25%

City-wide

Bottom 41%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 229 Cathcart Street, Winnipeg

Property Overview: 229 Cathcart Street

This 1973-built, one-storey home in Varsity View offers a practical footprint on a generous 5,048 sqft lot. Its key appeal lies in its established neighbourhood setting and a layout that prioritizes main-floor living with a finished basement for added space. At 864 sqft of living area, it is a compact home, but the large lot presents a significant value-add for those seeking outdoor space or future expansion potential.

The home suits first-time buyers looking for an entry point into a mature community, or downsizers seeking a manageable single-level layout without compromising on yard size. Its recent sale history shows steady appreciation, suggesting a stable investment in a central Winnipeg location. A less obvious perspective is its potential for an infill development or significant renovation down the line, given the lot size is substantially larger than many in the area.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is the house in good condition for its age?
Built in 1973, the home is over 50 years old. Prospective buyers should budget for a thorough inspection, as major systems like roofing, plumbing, and electrical may be reaching or have exceeded their typical lifespans, which is common for houses of this era.

2. How does the lot size compare to the neighbourhood?
The 5,048 sqft lot is a standout feature, ranking highly within its own street and the broader Varsity View community. This means you are getting more land than most nearby properties, which is a valuable asset.

3. What does the "finished basement" include?
The listing confirms a finished basement but does not specify the details. It's essential to clarify the finish quality, ceiling height, legal egress, and whether it includes a bathroom or separate entrance to understand its full utility and value.

4. Who would this property not suit?
It may not suit buyers looking for a large, modern living space without renovation work. With 864 sqft above grade, the interior is compact. Families needing multiple bedrooms or dedicated workspaces on the main floor might find it limiting without utilizing the basement.

5. What is the significance of the provided rankings?
The rankings compare this property against others on its street, in Varsity View, and across all of Winnipeg for metrics like size, age, and assessed value. For example, ranking "in the top 53%" for lot size in Winnipeg means its lot is larger than 53% of all properties—a relative strength. Conversely, its living area is smaller than most, which is reflected in those rankings.