434 Whittier Avenue W

Victoria West, Winnipeg

Property score

39.7

Below average

Overall 39.7 · Smaller than most nearby homes

543 sqft (bottom 1%) · Built in 1940 (5 yrs older than avg)

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

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

Living Area

Below average

44% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Below average

5 yrs older 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

39.7 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

18.7Low
Living Area8
543 sqftLow
Year Built24
1940Low
Lot Size38
3,299 sqftLow
Neighbourhood Sales Activity67
Good

Community Score

71.3Good
Household Income78
Good
Education Level44
Low
Housing Stress83
Excellent
Core Housing Need76
Good
Employment Health76
Good

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
543 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 1%Same areaBottom 1%CitywideBottom 1%
Same street · Whittier Avenue W
#172 / 173
Bottom 1% · Avg 992 sqft
Same area · Victoria West
#1,016 / 1,021
Bottom 1% · Avg 976 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#193,879 / 194,458
Bottom 1% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

below average
184k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 1%Same areaBottom 1%CitywideBottom 6%
Same street · Whittier Avenue W
#171 / 173
Bottom 1% · Avg 283.7k
Same area · Victoria West
#1,009 / 1,021
Bottom 1% · Avg 281.8k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#182,310 / 194,458
Bottom 6% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

around average
1940
0255075100
Same streetBottom 36%Same areaBottom 33%CitywideBottom 19%

Lot Size

below average
3,299 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 10%Same areaBottom 13%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

434 Whittier Avenue W — 5 amenities found within 500 m, across 3 categories, including 1 education (nearest 367 m), 2 parks (nearest 346 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 8/2020CA$150k–200k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 5%

Same area

Bottom 4%

City-wide

Bottom 4%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 434 Whittier Avenue W, Winnipeg

Property Summary: 434 Whittier Avenue W, Winnipeg

Section 1: Key Characteristics & Appeal

This home presents a distinct value proposition centered on affordability and location. Its key characteristic is its compact size, with a living area of 543 sqft that is notably below averages for its street, Victoria West neighborhood, and Winnipeg overall. This is reflected in its assessed value of $184k, which is significantly lower than surrounding benchmarks. The lot, at just under 3,300 sqft, is also smaller than typical for the area. The house was built in 1940, consistent with the period of the neighborhood.

The primary appeal lies in securing an entry point into the established Victoria West neighborhood at a very accessible price point. It suits first-time buyers or investors seeking a lower-cost foothold in a central community, or those who prioritize location over square footage and prefer a minimalist, low-maintenance lifestyle. A less obvious perspective is that its below-average metrics across the board could represent a relative insulation from market downturns, as its price already sits at a base level. It may also appeal to a buyer viewing the property as a land value opportunity with an existing structure, given the potential to expand or redevelop on the lot in the future (subject to zoning).

Section 2: Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is the low assessed value a concern?
Not necessarily. It primarily reflects the home's smaller size and older age compared to local averages. It results in correspondingly lower property taxes, which is a financial benefit for the owner.

2. How livable is 543 square feet?
This is a compact footprint suitable for one or two people. It demands efficient use of space and likely has a classic, simple layout common to homes of its era. Buyers should be comfortable with a cozier living environment.

3. What does the "Top 99%" ranking mean for value on the street?
In this context, being in the "Top 99%" for assessed value means the value is in the bottom 1% on Whittier Avenue W. This isn't a quality ranking but a statistical position indicating it is one of the least expensive properties on the street.

4. Is the smaller lot a major disadvantage?
It means less outdoor space for gardening or expansion compared to neighbors, but it also translates to less yard maintenance. The lot size is still functional for a home of this scale.

5. Why consider a home that ranks below average in every category?
These rankings are comparisons of scale, not quality. This property exchanges size for affordability and location. It allows access to a neighborhood where most homes are larger and more expensive, representing a strategic trade-off for the right buyer.