418 Harvard Avenue W

Victoria West, Winnipeg

Property score

51.3

Fair

Overall 51.3 · 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 ~76.5k

Transit 80.0 · 3-min walk to transit with 3 nearby routes · Within 500m: 1 school, 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 · 76%Tagalog · 6%

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

51.3 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

37.7Low
Living Area32
825 sqftLow
Year Built36
1954Low
Lot Size53
4,298 sqftFair
Neighbourhood Sales Activity67
Good

Community Score

71.7Good
Household Income75
Good
Education Level44
Low
Housing Stress83
Excellent
Core Housing Need88
Excellent
Employment Health83
Excellent

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: #46110833

Community deep dive

$77K

Median household income

$88K

Average household income

9%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.2

Income inequality (Gini)

2.9

P90 / P10 ratio

35%

Single-person households

20%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)776
Labour force participation rate74%
Median age40.0
Avg household size2.2
Unemployment rate8%
Population density4084 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)9%
Single-person households35%
Couple families with children20%
Median household income (2020)$77K

Housing

Renter households20%
Condominium dwellings32%
Median dwelling value (owners)$260K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)22%
Visible minority25%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)24%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 75%
Mother tongue (2nd)Tagalog · 5%

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 20%Same areaBottom 28%CitywideBottom 11%
Same street · Harvard Avenue W
#188 / 234
Bottom 20% · Avg 1,631 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

below average
237k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 9%Same areaBottom 19%CitywideBottom 14%
Same street · Harvard Avenue W
#213 / 234
Bottom 9% · Avg 443.9k
Same area · Victoria West
#830 / 1,021
Bottom 19% · Avg 281.8k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#166,491 / 194,458
Bottom 14% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

around average
1954
0255075100
Same streetTop 31%Same areaTop 43%CitywideBottom 33%

Lot Size

around average
4,298 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 37%Same areaTop 46%CitywideBottom 31%

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

418 Harvard Avenue W — 5 amenities found within 500 m, across 3 categories, including 1 education (nearest 395 m), 2 parks (nearest 307 m).

Search radius
🏫Education1
🌳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 12/2019CA$150k–200k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 5%

Same area

Bottom 10%

City-wide

Bottom 7%

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Highlights & common questions: 418 Harvard Avenue W, Winnipeg

Property Overview & Key Characteristics

This home at 418 Harvard Avenue W in Winnipeg's Victoria West neighborhood presents a practical and affordable entry point into a mature community. Built in 1954, its 825 sqft living space is notably compact, ranking below the average for its street, neighborhood, and the city overall. This smaller scale is reflected in its assessed value for taxes, which is significantly lower than area averages, suggesting a correspondingly lower property tax burden.

The appeal lies in its efficiency and lot potential. While the house itself is modest, its 4,298 sqft lot is very close to the neighborhood average, offering valuable outdoor space in a central location. The home suits first-time buyers, downsizers, or investors seeking a lower-cost property with redevelopment or renovation potential. It’s for those who prioritize location and land value over immediate square footage, and who are comfortable with a home that may require updates. A less obvious perspective is that its below-average size and assessment could make it a strategic, lower-risk holding in an area where surrounding properties command higher values.


Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is the house too small?
At 825 sqft, it is compact. It ranks below the average size for comparable homes on its street, in Victoria West, and across Winnipeg. This makes it efficient for individuals, couples, or small families but may feel constrained for those needing more dedicated rooms or spacious living areas.

2. Why is the assessed value so much lower than the street average?
The assessed value for taxes is based on factors like living area, age, and market trends. This home’s significantly smaller size and modest characteristics compared to larger, potentially renovated homes on Harvard Avenue W result in a lower assessment, which typically correlates to lower annual property taxes.

3. What does the 1954 build year mean for maintenance?
Built in 1954, the home is newer than many on its street but is still 70 years old. Buyers should budget for updates to major aging systems like plumbing, electrical, or the roof, and anticipate a need for modernization. A thorough inspection is essential.

4. How does the lot size compare?
The 4,298 sqft lot is very close to the Victoria West neighborhood average. This is a key feature, providing standard outdoor space for gardening, recreation, or future expansion, which is valuable in a central urban area.

5. What do the rankings and progress bars mean?
They show how this property compares to others in three areas: its specific street, the broader Victoria West community, and all of Winnipeg. A ranking "below average" means the figure (like size or value) is lower than the typical home in that comparison group. The visual bar shows its relative position within the spectrum of local properties.