528 Yale Avenue W

Victoria West, Winnipeg

Property score

50.7

Fair

Overall 50.7 · Compared with neighbourhood average

888 sqft (bottom 37%) · 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, 4 parks, and 1 place of worship nearby

Living Area

Below average

9% 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

50.7 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

37.7Low
Living Area888 sqft32Low
Year Built195536Low
Lot Size4,498 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

around average
888 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 26%Same areaBottom 37%CitywideBottom 15%
Same street · Yale Avenue W
#244 / 330
Bottom 26% · Avg 1,539 sqft
Same area · Victoria West
#647 / 1,021
Bottom 37% · Avg 976 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#164,511 / 194,458
Bottom 15% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

above average
319k
0255075100
Same streetTop 44%Same areaTop 18%CitywideBottom 35%
Same street · Yale Avenue W
#144 / 330
Top 44% · Avg 408.8k
Same area · Victoria West
#181 / 1,021
Top 18% · Avg 281.8k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#126,091 / 194,458
Bottom 35% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

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

Lot Size

around average
4,498 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 37%Same areaTop 36%CitywideBottom 34%

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

528 Yale Avenue W — 6 amenities found within 500 m, across 3 categories, including 1 education (nearest 408 m), 4 parks (nearest 478 m).

Search radius
🏫Education1
🌳Parks4
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 7/2021CA$300k–350k
Sold price

Same street

Top 32%

Same area

Top 13%

City-wide

Bottom 46%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 528 Yale Avenue W, Winnipeg

Property Overview: 528 Yale Avenue W, Winnipeg

Section 1: Key Characteristics & Appeal

This 1955-built home in Victoria West presents a compelling mix of community value and manageable scale. With 888 sqft of living space, it is a notably compact home compared to the average house on its street and across Winnipeg, offering a lower-maintenance footprint. Its assessed value for taxes, however, is above average for the Victoria West community, suggesting the location itself carries significant premium.

The appeal lies in this balance. You are acquiring a home in a sought-after, central neighborhood where property values are strong, but in a package that requires less upkeep than many larger, older character homes in the area. The lot size is very typical for Victoria West, providing a standard urban yard. The 1955 build date is actually newer than many homes on the block, potentially implying updates to core systems or a layout that feels more modern than pre-war stock.

This property would suit a first-time buyer or downsizer seeking entry into a prime neighborhood without the burden of a massive renovation project or excessive square footage. It’s also a practical option for an investor looking for a stable, rentable asset in a high-demand area, given its efficient size and desirable location.

Section 2: Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is the living space too small?
At 888 sqft, the home is compact. It's below the average for both its street and the city overall, which means efficient use of space is key. For buyers prioritizing location over size or seeking a minimalist lifestyle, this is a feature, not a drawback.

2. Why is the tax assessment high for the community?
The assessment is above the Victoria West average, which generally reflects the property's perceived market value. This often confirms the neighborhood's desirability and can indicate strong long-term value, though it directly translates to a higher annual property tax bill.

3. What does the 1955 build year mean for maintenance?
Built in 1955, this home is newer than many in the immediate vicinity (where the street average is 1939). This could mean fewer issues common to much older homes, but it is still nearly 70 years old. A thorough inspection of the roof, wiring, plumbing, and foundation remains essential.

4. How does the lot size compare?
The lot is just under 4,500 sqft, which is very close to the average for Victoria West. It provides a standard urban yard for the area but is smaller than the typical Winnipeg lot. This aligns with the home's lower-maintenance profile.

5. What do the rankings actually tell me?
The rankings contextualize each feature. For example, the living space ranks in the top 74% on its street (meaning 74% of homes are larger), but the assessment value is in the top 18% for the community (meaning it's valued higher than 82% of area homes). This highlights the trade-off: a smaller physical home in a highly valued location.

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