Property score
78.9
Good
Overall 78.9 · Larger than most nearby homes
1,830 sqft (top 19%) · Built in 1974 (1 yr 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 school, 1 healthcare facility, 1 shop, and 2 parks nearby
Living Area
Above average
32% larger than neighborhood avg.
Year Built
Near average
1 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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78.9 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
234 Mclean Street — 5 amenities found within 500 m, across 4 categories, including 1 education (nearest 391 m), 1 healthcare (nearest 229 m), 1 shopping (nearest 211 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%
234 Mclean Street: 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
Address · Distance
Address · Tax-Assessed Value
Property Overview: 234 McLean Street, Varsity View, Winnipeg
This 1974 bi-level home sits on a large, 5,384 sqft lot in the established Varsity View neighbourhood. Its key appeal lies in the combination of generous space and a prime location. With 1,830 sqft of finished living area, including a developed basement, it offers significantly more room than most comparable homes in the area. The property is positioned close to the University of Manitoba, providing convenient access to amenities, transit, and green spaces.
The home would suit practical buyers looking for a spacious family home in a mature, academic-adjacent community without a premium price tag. It's ideal for those who value interior space and lot size over a modern build, and for buyers comfortable with a property that has character and history, seeing the 1974 build date as an opportunity to personalize over time. The lack of a garage may deter some, but the large lot presents a clear opportunity for addition or creative outdoor solutions.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How does the home’s size compare to others in the area?
Very favourably. With 1,830 sqft of living space, it is larger than approximately 90% of homes on its street and 86% of homes across Winnipeg, making it a notably spacious option for the neighbourhood.
2. What does the "bi-level" design mean for daily living?
A bi-level typically features a split entry, with living areas on one level and sleeping areas on another short flight of stairs away. This offers good separation between common and private spaces, but may involve more stairs than a bungalow. The basement here is developed, adding to the usable square footage.
3. The home was built in 1974. What should I consider?
While the structure is solid and the home has been maintained, a property of this age will likely have original or older components (like windows, roof, or mechanical systems). A thorough inspection is essential to understand the condition and plan for any updates, which can be an opportunity to add modern efficiency and personal style.
4. There’s no garage. Is that a major drawback?
It depends on your needs. The large lot does provide ample space for off-street parking and the potential to build a garage or carport in the future, subject to local bylaws. For buyers who prioritize indoor living space over a dedicated vehicle shelter, this is a reasonable trade-off.
5. How is the property’s value positioned?
The assessment value is slightly above the median for the street but below the median for the wider community. This suggests it is a reasonably priced, spacious home within Varsity View, potentially offering good value for buyers seeking more square footage in this location.
