276 Cathcart Street

Varsity View, Winnipeg

Property score

52.6

Fair

Overall 52.6 · Smaller than most nearby homes

870 sqft (bottom 10%) · Built in 1972 (3 yrs older than avg)

Located in a above-average income area with median household income of ~77k

Transit 80.0 · 5-min walk to transit with 3 nearby routes · Within 500m: 2 parks nearby

Living Area

Below average

37% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Near average

3 yrs older than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 78%Tagalog · 4%

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

52.6 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

45.0Low
Living Area32
870 sqftLow
Year Built58
1972Fair
Lot Size81
6,456 sqftExcellent
Neighbourhood Sales Activity42
Low

Community Score

63.9Fair
Household Income75
Good
Education Level34
Low
Housing Stress52
Fair
Core Housing Need76
Good
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: #46110349

Community deep dive

$77K

Median household income

$79K

Average household income

6%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.2

Income inequality (Gini)

2.4

P90 / P10 ratio

41%

Single-person households

19%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)426
Labour force participation rate69%
Median age38.8
Avg household size2.0
Unemployment rate9%
Population density2662 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)6%
Single-person households41%
Couple families with children19%
Median household income (2020)$77K

Housing

Renter households35%
Condominium dwellings17%
Median dwelling value (owners)$348K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)17%
Visible minority14%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)17%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 77%
Mother tongue (2nd)Tagalog · 3%

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

Rankings

Living Area

below average
870 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 6%Same areaBottom 10%CitywideBottom 14%
Same street · Cathcart Street
#187 / 198
Bottom 6% · Avg 1,237 sqft
Same area · Varsity View
#765 / 848
Bottom 10% · Avg 1,387 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#167,245 / 194,458
Bottom 14% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

around average
383k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 36%Same areaBottom 41%CitywideTop 43%
Same street · Cathcart Street
#126 / 198
Bottom 36% · Avg 406.8k
Same area · Varsity View
#504 / 848
Bottom 41% · Avg 444.7k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#83,630 / 194,458
Top 43% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

around average
1972
0255075100
Same streetBottom 40%Same areaBottom 43%CitywideTop 45%

Lot Size

above average
6,456 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 30%Same areaBottom 40%CitywideTop 23%

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

276 Cathcart Street — 2 amenities found within 500 m, across 1 categories, including 2 parks (nearest 110 m).

Search radius
🌳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

276 Cathcart 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.

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 276 Cathcart Street, Winnipeg

Property Overview & Key Characteristics

This 1972 bi-level home at 276 Cathcart Street offers a practical footprint in the established Varsity View neighbourhood. Its key appeal lies in the combination of a large, 6,456 sqft lot—a notable asset in a mature area—and a finished basement, which expands the usable living space beyond the 870 sqft main level. The property includes a connected garage for convenience.

The home’s competitive rankings reveal a nuanced position: while its living area is more compact, its lot size and overall assessed value perform strongly against most Winnipeg properties. This creates a specific value proposition. It would suit first-time buyers or downsizers seeking a manageable home with significant outdoor space and the stability of an older, well-located community. It’s also a potential candidate for those with a longer-term vision, as the generous lot presents future possibilities (like gardening, expansion, or renovation) that are harder to find in newer subdivisions.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What does the "bi-level" design mean for daily living?
A bi-level typically features a short flight of stairs to the main living area (kitchen, living room) and another short flight down to bedrooms and a lower-level family space. This offers good separation of living and sleeping zones but involves more stairs than a bungalow.

2. The living area seems modest. How does the finished basement factor in?
The finished basement effectively adds usable square footage, likely for a recreation room, office, or additional storage. It mitigates the compact feel of the main floor, making the overall living space more flexible and functional.

3. The lot is large, but what is its actual condition and potential?
While the size is a major advantage, prospective buyers should assess the current landscaping, tree maturity, and any existing structures. A lot of this scale in an older neighbourhood could allow for gardens, play areas, or even future additions, subject to city bylaws.

4. How should I interpret the competitive rankings?
They show the home’s relative standing. For instance, ranking in the top 39% by assessed value in Winnipeg suggests it is priced below many city homes, while ranking in the top 84% for living area (meaning only 16% are smaller) confirms the main floor is compact. The strong lot size ranking is a key highlight.

5. What are the considerations with a home built in 1972?
While offering solid construction, homes from this era may have original components like windows, roofing, or major systems (heating, electrical) nearing the end of their service life. A thorough inspection is advised to budget for potential updates, balanced against the character and established neighbourhood feel.