254 Elmhurst Road

Varsity View, Winnipeg

Property score

48.2

Below average

Overall 48.2 · Smaller and older than most nearby homes

615 sqft (bottom 1%) · Built in 1943 (32 yrs older than avg)

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

Transit 62.0 · 3-min walk to transit with 1 nearby route · Within 500m: 1 healthcare facility, 1 shop, and 2 parks nearby

Living Area

Below average

56% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Below average

32 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

48.2 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

25.9Low
Living Area15
615 sqftLow
Year Built24
1943Low
Lot Size67
5,383 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
615 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 1%Same areaBottom 1%CitywideBottom 1%
Same street · Elmhurst Road
#242 / 242
Bottom 1% · Avg 1,247 sqft
Same area · Varsity View
#845 / 848
Bottom 1% · Avg 1,387 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#192,490 / 194,458
Bottom 1% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

below average
236k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 2%Same areaBottom 2%CitywideBottom 14%
Same street · Elmhurst Road
#237 / 242
Bottom 2% · Avg 393.7k
Same area · Varsity View
#830 / 848
Bottom 2% · Avg 444.7k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#166,860 / 194,458
Bottom 14% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

below average
1943
0255075100
Same streetBottom 11%Same areaBottom 5%CitywideBottom 20%

Lot Size

around average
5,383 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 14%Same areaBottom 15%CitywideTop 46%

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

254 Elmhurst Road — 4 amenities found within 500 m, across 3 categories, including 1 healthcare (nearest 342 m), 1 shopping (nearest 312 m), 2 parks (nearest 246 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

254 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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Highlights & common questions: 254 Elmhurst Road, Winnipeg

Property Overview: 254 Elmhurst Road

Section 1: Key Characteristics & Appeal

This is a classic, one-storey home in the established Varsity View neighbourhood, built in 1943. Its primary appeal lies in its generous 5,383 sqft lot—a significant size that offers ample outdoor space and potential in a mature, central area. The home itself is modest at 615 sqft of living space, presenting a clear opportunity for expansion or renovation to match the lot's potential. With a detached garage and no basement, it offers a simple, low-maintenance footprint.

This property is best suited for a specific type of buyer: those with a vision. It’s an ideal entry point into a desirable neighbourhood for a hands-on individual, a renovator, or an investor looking to add value. The appeal isn't in a move-in-ready condition, but in the underlying asset—the large, well-located lot. It represents a chance to shape a home to one's own tastes on a piece of land that is increasingly rare to find in core areas. A less obvious perspective is its potential for multi-generational living; the sizable lot could accommodate a future secondary suite or addition, providing flexibility that newer, denser subdivisions often cannot.

Section 2: Frequently Asked Questions

1. What does the ranking data actually mean?
The rankings compare this property against others on its street, in Varsity View, and across all of Winnipeg. For example, its land area ranks in the top 15% of the neighbourhood, highlighting the lot size as a key strength. Conversely, its living area is smaller than nearly all comparable homes, underscoring the renovation opportunity.

2. Is the house in livable condition, or a complete tear-down?
The listing does not specify. Given the age, assessed value, and square footage, prospective buyers should budget for significant updates or a full rebuild. An inspection is essential to determine the feasibility of renovation versus replacement.

3. What are the advantages of a home with no basement?
It can reduce risks associated with basement moisture, flooding, and foundational issues common in older Winnipeg homes. It also may simplify renovation plans and lower heating/cooling costs for the existing structure.

4. How does the 1943 build year affect things?
It indicates that the core systems (plumbing, electrical, structure) are very old and likely not to current standards. This will be a major factor in financing, insurance, and renovation planning. However, it also means the home was built under different bylaws, which may offer more flexibility for lot coverage or setbacks compared to newer properties.

5. Why is the assessed value relatively low compared to the lot size?
Municipal assessments primarily reflect the current value of the existing building and land. Here, the low living area and age of the dwelling keep the assessment down, as it does not account for the potential value a new or renovated home could bring to such a large lot. The market price will largely reflect that redevelopment potential.