304 Cathcart Street

Varsity View, Winnipeg

Property score

59.0

Fair

Overall 59.0 · Compared with neighbourhood average

1,080 sqft (bottom 31%) · Built in 1970 (5 yrs older than avg)

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

Transit 70.0 · 6-min walk to transit with 3 nearby routes · Within 500m: 2 parks, and 1 place of worship nearby

Living Area

Below average

22% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Below average

5 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

59.0 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

55.8Fair
Living Area52
1,080 sqftFair
Year Built52
1970Fair
Lot Size81
6,454 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

around average
1,080 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 36%Same areaBottom 31%CitywideBottom 37%
Same street · Cathcart Street
#126 / 198
Bottom 36% · Avg 1,237 sqft
Same area · Varsity View
#588 / 848
Bottom 31% · Avg 1,387 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#121,563 / 194,458
Bottom 37% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

above average
438k
0255075100
Same streetTop 23%Same areaTop 40%CitywideTop 30%
Same street · Cathcart Street
#45 / 198
Top 23% · Avg 406.8k
Same area · Varsity View
#341 / 848
Top 40% · Avg 444.7k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#59,291 / 194,458
Top 30% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

around average
1970
0255075100
Same streetBottom 20%Same areaBottom 37%CitywideTop 48%

Lot Size

above average
6,454 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 29%Same areaBottom 39%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

304 Cathcart Street — 3 amenities found within 500 m, across 2 categories, including 2 parks (nearest 132 m).

Search radius
🌳Parks2
Worship1

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 9/2017CA$350k–400k
Sold price

Same street

Top 39%

Same area

Top 44%

City-wide

Top 34%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 304 Cathcart Street, Winnipeg

Property Overview & Appeal

This 1970s one-storey home in Varsity View sits on a large, 6,454 sqft lot, offering a rare combination of space and established neighborhood character. Its key appeal lies in its generous, private yard—a significant asset in a central area—and a finished basement that adds functional living space to the 1,080 sqft main floor. The home’s current assessed value ranks highly within its immediate area, suggesting it is perceived as a solid asset.

It would suit a practical buyer looking for a low-maintenance, single-level layout, possibly a downsizer or a young family valuing outdoor space over a large interior footprint. The property also presents a clear value-adding opportunity for a buyer willing to modernize a well-located, structurally sound home on a prime lot. A less obvious perspective is its potential for gentle expansion or garden-focused living, given the lot size, without the immediate pressure of a major rebuild.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How does the finished basement impact the living space?
It provides additional flexible rooms, such as a family den, home office, or guest space, effectively increasing the usable area beyond the main floor's square footage.

2. What does the high assessment value ranking mean?
The home is assessed in the top 17% of its street and top 28% city-wide, indicating that official property valuation views it favorably compared to many nearby homes, which can be a positive signal for equity.

3. Is the lack of a garage a significant drawback?
While off-street parking isn't provided, the very large lot offers potential for adding a garage or carport, subject to city permits—a key point for buyers who see the land as a long-term asset.

4. The home is over 50 years old. What should I consider?
While systems and the roof may be due for updates, the 1970s construction often features solid fundamentals. A thorough inspection is essential to prioritize any necessary mechanical, electrical, or envelope upgrades.

5. How stable is the property's value based on its history?
The 2017 purchase price was $397,000, and the current assessment is $438,000. This indicates steady appreciation, but as with any market, future value will depend on broader conditions and any improvements made.