353 Cathcart Street

Varsity View, Winnipeg

Property score

62.8

Fair

Overall 62.8 · Compared with neighbourhood average

1,262 sqft (top 49%) · Built in 1974 (1 yr older than avg)

Located in a average-income area

Transit 80.0 · 5-min walk to transit with 3 nearby routes · Within 500m: 1 park, and 1 place of worship nearby

Living Area

Near average

9% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Near average

1 yrs older than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 79%Punjabi · 21%

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

62.8 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

64.4Fair
Living Area66
1,262 sqftGood
Year Built58
1974Fair
Lot Size74
5,664 sqftGood
Neighbourhood Sales Activity42
Low

Community Score

60.4Fair
Household Income50
Fair
Education Level82
Excellent
Housing Stress50
Fair
Core Housing Need50
Fair
Employment Health90
Excellent

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: #46110351

Community deep dive

21%

Single-person households

35%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)405
Labour force participation rate71%
Median age77.5
Avg household size2.5
Unemployment rate0%
Population density2892 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)
Single-person households21%
Couple families with children35%
Median household income (2020)

Housing

Renter households0%
Condominium dwellings0%
Median dwelling value (owners)$392K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)6%
Visible minority0%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)41%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 78%
Mother tongue (2nd)

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

Rankings

Living Area

around average
1,262 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 38%Same areaTop 49%CitywideTop 44%
Same street · Cathcart Street
#76 / 198
Top 38% · Avg 1,237 sqft
Same area · Varsity View
#418 / 848
Top 49% · Avg 1,387 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#86,424 / 194,458
Top 44% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

around average
338k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 5%Same areaBottom 23%CitywideBottom 42%
Same street · Cathcart Street
#189 / 198
Bottom 5% · Avg 406.8k
Same area · Varsity View
#657 / 848
Bottom 23% · Avg 444.7k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#112,954 / 194,458
Bottom 42% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

around average
1974
0255075100
Same streetTop 43%Same areaTop 46%CitywideTop 42%

Lot Size

around average
5,664 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 12%Same areaBottom 20%CitywideTop 39%

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

353 Cathcart Street — 2 amenities found within 500 m, across 2 categories, including 1 parks (nearest 350 m).

Search radius
🌳Parks1
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 6/2021CA$250k–300k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 8%

Same area

Bottom 22%

City-wide

Bottom 37%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 353 Cathcart Street, Winnipeg

Property Overview

This 1974-built, single-storey home in Varsity View offers a straightforward living space of 1,262 sqft on a generous 5,664 sqft lot. Its key appeal lies in its established, quiet neighbourhood and the significant potential inherent in its large, undeveloped basement and expansive yard. The home presents a practical, no-frills foundation. Its rankings indicate it is a home of average size and age for the area, but sits on a lot that is larger than many of its immediate neighbours, offering a tangible advantage for privacy, gardening, or future expansion.

It would suit a first-time buyer or practical-minded investor looking for an entry point into a stable, central neighbourhood without paying a premium for recent renovations. It’s also a strong candidate for a buyer with a vision for customization, as the blank slate of the unfinished basement and mature lot allow for tailored improvements. The 2021 sale price suggests the market has recognized its value, and the current assessment aligns with steady, modest growth.


Frequently Asked Questions

1. What does the ranking data actually tell me?
The rankings compare this home to others on its street, in Varsity View, and across all of Winnipeg. For example, its land size ranks highly (top 20% in the community), meaning the lot is a standout feature. Its assessment value ranks in the middle ranges, suggesting it is priced consistently with the broader market for what it offers.

2. Is the unfinished basement a drawback or an opportunity?
This depends entirely on the buyer. It requires investment to finish, but it also means no money was spent on potentially dated or low-quality renovations. You can insulate, wire, and design the space to your exact needs without first demolishing someone else's work.

3. The home is 50 years old. What should I be mindful of?
While systems like the roof, furnace, and windows may have been updated over the decades, their age and condition should be a primary focus of a home inspection. The potential for needing foundational maintenance or updating original plumbing and electrical should be budgeted for.

4. Who would this property NOT be ideal for?
It would likely not suit someone seeking a modern, move-in-ready home without any projects. The lack of a garage and the need to develop the basement and potentially update older components require a willingness to invest time and money after purchase.

5. How does the 2021 sale price relate to today's value?
The 2021 sale of $295,000 and the current assessed value of $338,000 indicate a trajectory of appreciation. It provides a recent benchmark, but the final market value will be determined by current conditions, the home's present state, and buyer competition.