218 Ravelston Avenue W

Victoria West, Winnipeg

Property score

55.5

Fair

Overall 55.5 · Larger than most nearby homes

1,155 sqft (top 19%) · Built in 1945

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

Transit 80.0 · 5-min walk to transit with 3 nearby routes · Within 500m: 6 dining spots, 2 schools, 4 parks, and 1 fuel station nearby

Living Area

Above average

18% larger than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Below average

0 yrs newer 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

55.5 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

53.3Fair
Living Area60
1,155 sqftFair
Year Built30
1945Low
Lot Size53
4,001 sqftFair
Neighbourhood Sales Activity67
Good

Community Score

58.7Fair
Household Income68
Good
Education Level22
Low
Housing Stress63
Fair
Core Housing Need88
Excellent
Employment Health52
Fair

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

above average
1,155 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 31%Same areaTop 19%CitywideBottom 45%
Same street · Ravelston Avenue W
#73 / 236
Top 31% · Avg 1,066 sqft
Same area · Victoria West
#191 / 1,021
Top 19% · Avg 976 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#106,002 / 194,458
Bottom 45% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

around average
261k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 27%Same areaBottom 33%CitywideBottom 20%
Same street · Ravelston Avenue W
#172 / 236
Bottom 27% · Avg 310.9k
Same area · Victoria West
#685 / 1,021
Bottom 33% · Avg 281.8k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#156,069 / 194,458
Bottom 20% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

around average
1945
0255075100
Same streetBottom 29%Same areaBottom 37%CitywideBottom 22%

Lot Size

around average
4,001 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 48%Same areaBottom 44%CitywideBottom 26%

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

218 Ravelston Avenue W — 18 amenities found within 500 m, across 5 categories, including 6 dining (nearest 389 m), 2 education (nearest 397 m), 4 parks (nearest 267 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 7/2016CA$200k–250k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 18%

Same area

Bottom 23%

City-wide

Bottom 12%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 218 Ravelston Avenue W, Winnipeg

Property Overview

This 1,155 sqft home, built in 1945, sits on a 4,001 sqft lot in Victoria West. Its key appeal lies in offering solid space in a desirable neighborhood at a relatively accessible entry point. The property’s assessed value for taxes is notably below both the street and city averages, suggesting a potentially lower tax burden and an opportunity for value-conscious buyers. While the home is older and the lot size is modest compared to broader city standards, it ranks favorably within its own community for living space, indicating a well-sized home for the area.

This home would suit a first-time buyer or an investor looking for a foothold in a well-regarded community without the premium price tag of a larger or fully renovated property. It’s also a candidate for someone comfortable with a home of vintage character who may see potential in updates over time.


Frequently Asked Questions

1. What does the below-average assessment value mean for me?
Primarily, it suggests your municipal property taxes will likely be lower than if the home were assessed at the street or city average. It can indicate a more affordable ongoing cost, though it may also reflect the home’s age and condition relative to others.

2. The home is older than most on its street. Should I be concerned?
A 1945 build means systems like plumbing, electrical, and the roof may be due for updates or have been partially updated over time. A thorough inspection is essential. The positive side is that homes of this era in Victoria West often feature solid construction and classic layouts.

3. How does the lot size impact living here?
At just over 4,000 sqft, the lot is manageable for maintenance and smaller than many in Winnipeg. This could be a benefit for those wanting less yard work. However, it offers less private outdoor space and expansion potential compared to larger lots on the same street.

4. The living space ranks well in the neighborhood but average city-wide. How should I interpret that?
This highlights the character of Victoria West, where homes can be more compact and efficiently laid out than the sprawling average for the entire city. You’re getting a home that is actually above the neighborhood average for size, which is the more relevant daily comparison.

5. Are these rankings a good indicator of value?
They are useful benchmarks, not a full valuation. They show you how this property measures up statistically to its peers in key categories. The data suggests a trade-off: you gain a cost advantage (in price and taxes) and a good neighborhood position, while accepting an older home on a smaller lot. Your personal valuation will depend on how much weight you give each factor.