216 Yale Avenue W

Victoria West, Winnipeg

Property score

38.8

Below average

Overall 38.8 · Smaller and older than most nearby homes

771 sqft (bottom 19%) · Built in 1920 (25 yrs older than avg)

Located in a above-average income area with median household income of ~67k

Transit 70.0 · 6-min walk to transit with 3 nearby routes · Within 500m: 6 dining spots, 2 schools, 4 parks, and 1 fuel station nearby

Living Area

Below average

21% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Below average

25 yrs older than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 81%Tagalog · 4%

Past 10 years Victoria West sales snapshot (~80% of all data)

Sold Count

447

Median price

236.5k

$/sqft

$311/sqft

Avg build year

1945

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Property score

38.8 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

25.5Low
Living Area771 sqft22Low
Year Built192016Low
Lot Size3,301 sqft38Low
Neighbourhood Sales Activity67Good

Community Score

58.7Fair
Household Income68Good
Education Level22Low
Housing Stress63Fair
Core Housing Need88Excellent
Employment Health52Fair

Neighbourhood Sales

Victoria West

How to read: Share of sales in each ~$50k price band for “victoria west” (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: #46110831

Community deep dive

$67K

Median household income

$71K

Average household income

12%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.2

Income inequality (Gini)

3.1

P90 / P10 ratio

48%

Single-person households

14%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)749
Labour force participation rate60%
Median age44.0
Avg household size2.0
Unemployment rate12%
Population density3404 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)12%
Single-person households48%
Couple families with children14%
Median household income (2020)$67K

Housing

Renter households18%
Condominium dwellings35%
Median dwelling value (owners)$236K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)12%
Visible minority14%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)14%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 80%
Mother tongue (2nd)Tagalog · 4%

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

Rankings

Living Area

below average
771 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 12%Same areaBottom 19%CitywideBottom 7%
Same street · Yale Avenue W
#289 / 330
Bottom 12% · Avg 1,539 sqft
Same area · Victoria West
#823 / 1,021
Bottom 19% · Avg 976 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#179,924 / 194,458
Bottom 7% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

below average
239k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 15%Same areaBottom 20%CitywideBottom 15%
Same street · Yale Avenue W
#282 / 330
Bottom 15% · Avg 408.8k
Same area · Victoria West
#819 / 1,021
Bottom 20% · Avg 281.8k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#165,734 / 194,458
Bottom 15% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

around average
1920
0255075100
Same streetBottom 39%Same areaBottom 22%CitywideBottom 13%

Lot Size

below average
3,301 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 21%Same areaBottom 21%CitywideBottom 17%

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

216 Yale Avenue W — 18 amenities found within 500 m, across 5 categories, including 6 dining (nearest 315 m), 2 education (nearest 396 m), 4 parks (nearest 269 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining6
🏫Education2
🌳Parks4
Fuel Stations1
Worship5

Crime & Safety

Victoria West · WPS public data · 2026

Annual incidents

9

2026

vs. city avg

-69%

relative to avg

Year-over-year

-90%

vs. prior year

Primary type

Property

56%

Sales History

Sold 6/2022CA$250k–300k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 44%

Same area

Top 43%

City-wide

Bottom 24%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 216 Yale Avenue W, Winnipeg

Property Overview & Appeal

This home at 216 Yale Avenue W in Winnipeg's Victoria West neighborhood presents a specific value proposition centered on affordability and potential. Its key characteristic is its smaller size, with 771 sqft of living space on a 3,301 sqft lot, which is below average for the street, neighborhood, and city. Built in 1920, it is one of the older homes in the immediate area. The assessed value of $239k is significantly below the averages on its street and across Winnipeg, highlighting its position as an entry-point property.

The appeal lies in this lower price point within a well-established city neighborhood. It suits first-time buyers seeking a foothold in the market, investors looking for a rental property, or downsizers who prioritize a manageable space and lower carrying costs over size. A thoughtful perspective is that a smaller, older home like this can offer a simpler renovation canvas and potentially lower utility expenses, allowing owners to build equity without the premium paid for turn-key or larger properties.


Frequently Asked Questions

1. Why is the assessed value so much lower than the street average?
The assessed value reflects the home's specific attributes, primarily its smaller square footage and lot size compared to neighboring properties. It indicates the home is likely more modest in scale and finishes, not that there is anything wrong with the location.

2. What does the "Below Average" ranking for living area actually mean for daily life?
It means the interior space is compact. This efficiently forces a conscious approach to possessions and layout but could feel cramped for those used to larger homes. It's ideal for 1-2 people.

3. As a 1920s build, what should I be most concerned about?
While the build date is not exceptionally old for the area, key focuses for an inspection would be the foundation, original wiring or plumbing updates, insulation levels, and the overall condition of the roof and windows.

4. Is the smaller lot size a disadvantage?
It depends on your lifestyle. It means less yard maintenance, which is a benefit for those short on time. However, it offers less private outdoor space and limited potential for large additions compared to lots on the street that are nearly double the size.

5. How should I interpret the neighborhood ranking being higher than the street ranking?
This suggests that while this specific street has larger, higher-value homes on average (pulling its rankings down), the broader Victoria West neighborhood is more mixed, making this property's profile more typical of the general area. You're buying into the neighborhood, not just the street.

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