409 Whittier Avenue W

Victoria West, Winnipeg

Property score

51.1

Fair

Overall 51.1 · Smaller than most nearby homes

825 sqft (bottom 28%) · Built in 1954 (9 yrs newer than avg)

Located in a above-average income area with median household income of ~83k

Transit 82.0 · 1-min walk to transit with 2 nearby routes · Within 500m: 3 schools, 2 parks, and 2 place of worships nearby

Living Area

Below average

15% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Near average

9 yrs newer than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 84%French · 2%

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

51.1 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

37.7Low
Living Area825 sqft32Low
Year Built195436Low
Lot Size4,198 sqft53Fair
Neighbourhood Sales Activity67Good

Community Score

71.3Good
Household Income78Good
Education Level44Low
Housing Stress83Excellent
Core Housing Need76Good
Employment Health76Good

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: #46110827

Community deep dive

$83K

Median household income

$105K

Average household income

6%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.2

Income inequality (Gini)

2.6

P90 / P10 ratio

27%

Single-person households

22%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)401
Labour force participation rate67%
Median age42.4
Avg household size2.2
Unemployment rate3%
Population density3084 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)6%
Single-person households27%
Couple families with children22%
Median household income (2020)$83K

Housing

Renter households7%
Condominium dwellings0%
Median dwelling value (owners)$270K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)10%
Visible minority9%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)22%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 83%
Mother tongue (2nd)French · 2%

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

Rankings

Living Area

below average
825 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 24%Same areaBottom 28%CitywideBottom 11%
Same street · Whittier Avenue W
#132 / 173
Bottom 24% · Avg 992 sqft
Same area · Victoria West
#738 / 1,021
Bottom 28% · Avg 976 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#173,838 / 194,458
Bottom 11% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

around average
274k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 38%Same areaBottom 40%CitywideBottom 23%
Same street · Whittier Avenue W
#107 / 173
Bottom 38% · Avg 283.7k
Same area · Victoria West
#609 / 1,021
Bottom 40% · Avg 281.8k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#150,265 / 194,458
Bottom 23% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

around average
1954
0255075100
Same streetTop 41%Same areaTop 43%CitywideBottom 33%

Lot Size

around average
4,198 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 40%Same areaTop 48%CitywideBottom 29%

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Transit & Walkability

Nearby stops, routes & transit score

Nearby Amenities

Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more

409 Whittier Avenue W — 7 amenities found within 500 m, across 3 categories, including 3 education (nearest 250 m), 2 parks (nearest 210 m).

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🏫Education3
🌳Parks2
Worship2

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 8/2024CA$300k–350k
Sold price

Same street

Top 14%

Same area

Top 17%

City-wide

Bottom 42%
Sold 7/2021CA$250k–300k
Sold price

Same street

Top 27%

Same area

Top 27%

City-wide

Bottom 33%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 409 Whittier Avenue W, Winnipeg

Property Overview

This 1954 home on Whittier Avenue in Victoria West presents a practical opportunity in a central Winnipeg neighborhood. Its key appeal lies in its relative affordability and a lot size that is consistent with the local area, offering a foothold in a well-established community. At 825 square feet, the living space is notably compact, ranking below averages for the street, neighborhood, and city. This positions the property as one of the more modestly-sized homes in the area. The assessed value of $274K is very much in line with Victoria West averages but sits below the wider Winnipeg average, suggesting a price point that reflects the home's scale rather than an inflated premium for the location. The lot of just over 4,000 sq ft is typical for the street.

The property would suit first-time buyers or investors seeking an entry point into a mature neighborhood without a premium for excess space. Its manageable scale also appeals to downsizers or those looking for a low-maintenance footprint. A thoughtful perspective is that while the home is smaller, its value alignment and standard lot size provide a blank canvas; the investment potential may lie in efficient interior re-design or future expansion, rather than in existing square footage.


Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is the home's smaller living area reflected in the price?
Yes. The assessed value is squarely average for Victoria West but below the citywide average, indicating the price accurately reflects the compact size rather than the location alone.

2. What does the "around average" year built mean for a 1954 home?
It means many homes in Victoria West are from a similar era. Buyers should expect character-consistent features and maintenance typical of mid-century construction, rather than an outlier that is either much newer or much older than its neighbors.

3. How does the lot size compare?
At 4,198 sq ft, the lot is very typical for Whittier Avenue and Victoria West. It provides standard outdoor space for the area but is smaller than the average lot across Winnipeg.

4. Who might this property not suit?
It may not suit buyers who prioritize ample indoor space or who have a large household. The living area ranks in the bottom third locally, so it's a consciously compact choice.

5. Where does this property rank highest compared to others?
Its most favorable city-wide ranking is for value, placing in the top 77%. This underscores its position as a relatively affordable option within the broader Winnipeg market.

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