525 Yale Avenue W

Victoria West, Winnipeg

Property score

47.1

Below average

Overall 47.1 · Smaller than most nearby homes

744 sqft (bottom 15%) · Built in 1955 (10 yrs newer than avg)

Located in a high-income area with median household income of ~89k

Transit 92.0 · 4-min walk to transit with 5 nearby routes · Within 500m: 1 school, 2 parks, and 1 place of worship nearby

Living Area

Below average

24% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Near average

10 yrs newer than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 82%French · 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

47.1 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

31.7Low
Living Area744 sqft22Low
Year Built195536Low
Lot Size4,499 sqft53Fair
Neighbourhood Sales Activity67Good

Community Score

70.1Good
Household Income80Excellent
Education Level22Low
Housing Stress74Good
Core Housing Need100Excellent
Employment Health83Excellent

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: #46110824

Community deep dive

$89K

Median household income

$87K

Average household income

4%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.2

Income inequality (Gini)

2.3

P90 / P10 ratio

23%

Single-person households

28%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)495
Labour force participation rate73%
Median age38.0
Avg household size2.5
Unemployment rate5%
Population density3535 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)4%
Single-person households23%
Couple families with children28%
Median household income (2020)$89K

Housing

Renter households12%
Condominium dwellings0%
Median dwelling value (owners)$276K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)10%
Visible minority13%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)12%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 81%
Mother tongue (2nd)French · 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
744 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 10%Same areaBottom 15%CitywideBottom 6%
Same street · Yale Avenue W
#296 / 330
Bottom 10% · Avg 1,539 sqft
Same area · Victoria West
#869 / 1,021
Bottom 15% · Avg 976 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#182,830 / 194,458
Bottom 6% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

around average
295k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 38%Same areaTop 38%CitywideBottom 28%
Same street · Yale Avenue W
#206 / 330
Bottom 38% · Avg 408.8k
Same area · Victoria West
#392 / 1,021
Top 38% · Avg 281.8k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#140,276 / 194,458
Bottom 28% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

above average
1955
0255075100
Same streetTop 27%Same areaTop 35%CitywideBottom 34%

Lot Size

around average
4,499 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 44%Same areaTop 32%CitywideBottom 34%

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Transit & Walkability

Nearby stops, routes & transit score

Nearby Amenities

Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more

525 Yale Avenue W — 4 amenities found within 500 m, across 3 categories, including 1 education (nearest 420 m), 2 parks (nearest 490 m).

Search radius
🏫Education1
🌳Parks2
Worship1

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 6/2020CA$250k–300k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 40%

Same area

Top 46%

City-wide

Bottom 23%
Sold 11/2016CA$200k–250k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 32%

Same area

Bottom 40%

City-wide

Bottom 18%

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Highlights & common questions: 525 Yale Avenue W, Winnipeg

Property Overview: 525 Yale Avenue W, Winnipeg

Section 1: Key Characteristics & Appeal

This 1955-built home in Victoria West presents a practical and value-conscious opportunity. Its primary appeal lies in its position as a more affordable entry point into a well-established neighborhood. With a living area of 744 sqft, the home is compact, ranking below average in size for its street, community, and the city overall. This suggests a efficient, lower-maintenance footprint ideal for first-time buyers, downsizers, or investors.

The property’s assessed value for taxes is notably close to the Victoria West community average, indicating its pricing is aligned with the local market despite its smaller size. The lot size of 4,499 sqft is also competitive within the community, offering a decent outdoor space relative to the home's scale. A thoughtful perspective is that while the house itself is modest, you are acquiring a proportionally valuable piece of land in a central area. The 1955 build year is actually newer than many homes on its specific street, potentially implying fewer concerns with the very oldest infrastructure common in the area.

This home would best suit buyers prioritizing location and lot value over interior square footage. It’s a candidate for those comfortable with a cozy layout or those viewing the property as a long-term hold with potential for expansion or redevelopment, subject to local regulations.

Section 2: Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is the house too small for a small family?
While compact at 744 sqft, the layout will be the deciding factor. It could work for a couple or a very small family with efficient use of space, but those needing multiple bedrooms or dedicated living areas should carefully assess the floor plan.

2. Why is the tax assessment close to the community average when the house is smaller?
The assessment reflects both the value of the land and the building. This suggests the lot value contributes significantly, aligning with the community standard even though the structure is more modest.

3. What does it mean that the build year is "newer" than the street average?
The average build year on Yale Avenue W is 1939. A 1955 home may incorporate slightly newer construction methods, materials, or electrical/plumbing systems, though a full inspection is still essential.

4. How does the below-average living area affect resale?
It establishes a specific market niche. It may appeal to a narrower pool of buyers seeking affordability and lower upkeep, but could also be attractive to investors or those seeing the land's underlying value.

5. Is the land size sufficient for an addition or garage?
At 4,499 sqft, the lot is near the community average. Whether an addition is feasible depends on municipal zoning bylaws, setback requirements, and the current building's placement. A review of survey and city regulations would be necessary.

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