Property score
60.5
Fair
Overall 60.5 · Larger than most nearby homes
1,606 sqft (top 25%) · Built in 1907 (14 yrs older than avg)
Located in a above-average income area with median household income of ~68.5k
Transit 82.0 · 1-min walk to transit with 2 nearby routes · Within 500m: 2 dining spots, 1 school, 1 shop, and 4 parks nearby
Living Area
Above average
24% larger than neighborhood avg.
Year Built
Near average
14 yrs older than neighborhood avg.
Mother tongue
English · 61%Tagalog · 10%
Past 10 years West Alexander sales snapshot (~80% of all data)
251
218.9k
$153/sqft
1921
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60.5 is composed by the two sections below.
Property Score
Community Score
West Alexander
How to read: Share of sales in each ~$50k price band for “west alexander” (Detached houses (non-condo), 2024). The tallest band is the mainstream budget range; multi-year view shows how that band shifts over time.
Sales-to-New-Listings
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
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.
Dissemination area (DA) — Statistics Canada 2021 Census · Area: #46110174
$69K
Median household income
$69K
Average household income
21%
Low income (LIM-AT)
0.2
Income inequality (Gini)
2.6
P90 / P10 ratio
18%
Single-person households
18%
Families with children
Figures are for the census dissemination area containing this listing location; sources and margins may apply per Statistics Canada.
Rank by land area, larger = better rank
Rank by year, newer = better rank
Rank by living area, larger = better rank
Rank by assessed value, higher = better rank
Bar: fill length ≈ share of peers you outperform. Fill color reflects tier (red / blue / amber / gray). “Avg” is a rough median benchmark for comparable homes in that scope.
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.
Nearby stops, routes & transit score
Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more
256 Beacon Street — 8 amenities found within 500 m, across 4 categories, including 2 dining (nearest 96 m), 1 education (nearest 342 m), 1 shopping (nearest 429 m).
West Alexander · WPS public data · 2026
Annual incidents
132
2026
vs. city avg
+347%
relative to avg
Year-over-year
▼ -93%
vs. prior year
Primary type
Property
64%
Same street
Same area
City-wide
| Metric | Same street | Same area | City-wide |
|---|---|---|---|
Sold price | Bottom 25% | Bottom 16% | Bottom 2% |
Same street
Same area
City-wide
| Metric | Same street | Same area | City-wide |
|---|---|---|---|
Sold price | Top 50% | Bottom 17% | Bottom 2% |
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Address · Year Built · Living Area
Address · Distance
Address · Tax-Assessed Value
256 Beacon Street – Property Summary
Key Characteristics & Ideal Buyer Profile
This is a 1,606-square-foot home built in 1907, offering above-average interior space for both its West Alexander neighbourhood and Winnipeg as a whole. The assessed value is low relative to the city, at $137,000, and sits below the neighbourhood average of $187,300. The land lot is compact—2,283 square feet, which is smaller than most comparable properties on Beacon Street and significantly smaller than typical citywide lots.
The appeal here is straightforward: you get more finished living space than most comparable homes in the area, on a street where the average home is similar in age and value. The house is not undervalued in a speculative sense; rather, its modest assessment reflects the smaller lot and older construction. This property suits a buyer who prioritises indoor square footage over outdoor space, and who is comfortable with an older home in a neighbourhood where many houses date from the early 1900s. It is less suited for someone seeking a large yard or expecting significant land appreciation.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How does the living space actually compare to other homes nearby?
On Beacon Street itself, this home ranks 3rd out of 9, meaning it’s slightly larger than the street average of 1,502 square feet. In the broader West Alexander area, it’s in the top 25% for size, so a buyer will get more interior room than most neighbouring properties.
2. The assessed value seems low—does that mean it’s a bargain?
Not necessarily. The assessment is low primarily because the lot is small and the home is older, which keep the market value down. It is ranked in the bottom 2% citywide for assessed value. For a buyer, this could mean lower property taxes, but it’s not a sign of hidden undervaluation; it matches the physical reality of the property.
3. Is the 1907 construction a problem?
The year built is typical for the street (average 1907) and slightly older than the neighbourhood average of 1921. Citywide, it’s older than 96% of homes. This likely means original materials and systems—buyers should budget for potential updates to wiring, plumbing, insulation, and foundations, which are common for homes of this era.
4. How small is the lot compared to others, really?
On Beacon Street, the lot is about average. But in West Alexander, it ranks in the bottom 9% for land area, and citywide it’s in the bottom 2%. Most homes in the city sit on lots nearly three times larger. If you want a garden, room for additions, or privacy from neighbours, this property will feel tight.
5. What’s the best reason to consider this property?
If you value interior space and want a home in a well-established older neighbourhood with a lower tax base, this could be a good fit. It is a dense, compact property—more house than land—which is unusual in a city where the opposite is common.
