260 Beacon Street

West Alexander, Winnipeg

Property score

49.4

Below average

Overall 49.4 · Compared with neighbourhood average

1,011 sqft (bottom 31%) · Built in 1905 (16 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

Below average

22% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Near average

16 yrs older than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 61%Tagalog · 10%

Past 10 years West Alexander sales snapshot (~80% of all data)

Sold Count

251

Median price

218.9k

$/sqft

$153/sqft

Avg build year

1921

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Property score

49.4 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

39.9Low
Living Area52
1,011 sqftFair
Year Built10
1905Low
Lot Size18
2,283 sqftLow
Neighbourhood Sales Activity80
Good

Community Score

63.6Fair
Household Income70
Good
Education Level22
Low
Housing Stress100
Excellent
Core Housing Need100
Excellent
Employment Health42
Low

Neighbourhood Sales

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.

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: #46110174

Community deep dive

$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

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)442
Labour force participation rate48%
Median age34.0
Avg household size3.2
Unemployment rate13%
Population density526 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)21%
Single-person households18%
Couple families with children18%
Median household income (2020)$69K

Housing

Renter households54%
Condominium dwellings0%
Median dwelling value (owners)$170K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)23%
Visible minority30%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)13%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 61%
Mother tongue (2nd)Tagalog · 10%

Figures are for the census dissemination area containing this listing location; sources and margins may apply per Statistics Canada.

Rankings

Living Area

around average
1,011 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 22%Same areaBottom 31%CitywideBottom 27%
Same street · Beacon Street
#7 / 9
Bottom 22% · Avg 1,502 sqft
Same area · West Alexander
#534 / 772
Bottom 31% · Avg 1,299 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#141,762 / 194,458
Bottom 27% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

below average
80k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 1%Same areaBottom 1%CitywideBottom 1%
Same street · Beacon Street
#9 / 9
Bottom 1% · Avg 126.6k
Same area · West Alexander
#768 / 772
Bottom 1% · Avg 187.3k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#194,142 / 194,458
Bottom 1% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

around average
1905
0255075100
Same streetBottom 44%Same areaBottom 47%CitywideBottom 2%

Lot Size

around average
2,283 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 44%Same areaBottom 9%CitywideBottom 2%

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

260 Beacon Street — 8 amenities found within 500 m, across 4 categories, including 2 dining (nearest 89 m), 1 education (nearest 346 m), 1 shopping (nearest 428 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining2
🏫Education1
🛒Shopping1
🌳Parks4

Crime & Safety

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%

Sales History

Sold 7/2022CA$100k–150k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 1%

Same area

Bottom 14%

City-wide

Bottom 2%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 260 Beacon Street, Winnipeg

260 Beacon Street – Property Summary

Key Characteristics & Who It’s For

This is a 1905-built home with 1,011 square feet of living space on a 2,283-square-foot lot in Winnipeg’s West Alexander neighbourhood. Compared to others on Beacon Street, the living area is slightly below average and the lot size is close to average, though both are notably smaller than the citywide typical home. The property’s assessed tax value is also well below local and city averages—ranking at the bottom of the street and near the bottom citywide.

The appeal here is more about location and character than square footage or land. The house is old enough to likely have original details, and it sits in a mature, central neighbourhood. The modest size and low assessed value could mean lower property taxes and a more approachable entry price compared to newer or larger homes nearby.

This property would suit a buyer who values an older home in an established neighbourhood over a large floor plan or yard. It may also appeal to someone looking for a smaller footprint—either as a starter home, a downsizing option, or a renovation project where the lower purchase price leaves room for upgrades. It’s less suited for anyone needing significant indoor space or a large lot.


Frequently Asked Questions

1. How do the living area and lot size compare to surrounding homes?
On Beacon Street, the living area is below average (7th out of 9 homes). The lot is close to the street average but well below the neighbourhood and city averages—so while it’s typical for the block, it’s compact relative to many other West Alexander properties.

2. Is the low assessed value a good thing?
Yes, if you’re looking to keep property taxes low. The assessed value is the lowest on the street and near the bottom citywide. That means annual taxes are likely lower than most comparable homes, though it can also reflect the home’s size, condition, or age relative to others.

3. What should I know about a house built in 1905?
Older homes often have solid construction and detailing, but they can also come with outdated systems (plumbing, electrical, insulation) and materials (lead paint, asbestos). A thorough inspection is strongly advised. The home has survived over a century—what’s been updated and what hasn’t matters a lot.

4. Is this a good candidate for renovation?
Potentially. The lower tax value and modest size suggest the purchase price may leave some budget for improvements. But keep in mind that renovating a nearly 120-year-old home can uncover structural or code issues. Focus on the bones—foundation, roof, mechanicals—before cosmetic upgrades.

5. How does the neighbourhood feel in terms of housing stock?
West Alexander has many older homes on smaller urban lots, so this property fits the local character. It’s not a neighbourhood of sprawling lawns or new builds. Buyers here tend to value walkability, mature trees, and a sense of history over modern layouts or big backyards.