454 William Avenue

West Alexander, Winnipeg

Property score

54.5

Fair

Overall 54.5 · Larger than most nearby homes

2,608 sqft (top 1%) · Built in 1905 (16 yrs older than avg)

Located in a below-average income area with median household income of ~42k

Transit 88.0 · 1-min walk to transit with 3 nearby routes · Within 500m: 10 dining spots, 4 schools, 3 healthcare facilitys, and 6 shops nearby

Living Area

Above average

101% larger than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Near average

16 yrs older than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 37%Tagalog · 24%

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

54.5 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

67.5Good
Living Area98
2,608 sqftExcellent
Year Built10
1905Low
Lot Size18
2,189 sqftLow
Neighbourhood Sales Activity80
Good

Community Score

35.1Low
Household Income40
Low
Education Level34
Low
Housing Stress30
Low
Core Housing Need25
Low
Employment Health28
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: #46110073

Community deep dive

$42K

Median household income

$61K

Average household income

38%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.3

Income inequality (Gini)

3.9

P90 / P10 ratio

42%

Single-person households

15%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)410
Labour force participation rate56%
Median age43.2
Avg household size2.6
Unemployment rate24%
Population density4555 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)38%
Single-person households42%
Couple families with children15%
Median household income (2020)$42K

Housing

Renter households74%
Condominium dwellings0%
Median dwelling value (owners)$160K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)67%
Visible minority85%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)17%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 36%
Mother tongue (2nd)Tagalog · 24%

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

Rankings

Living Area

Elite
2,608 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 1%Same areaTop 1%CitywideTop 2%
Same street · William Avenue
#4 / 365
Top 1% · Avg 1,090 sqft
Same area · West Alexander
#7 / 772
Top 1% · Avg 1,299 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#4,352 / 194,458
Top 2% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

above average
282k
0255075100
Same streetTop 16%Same areaTop 7%CitywideBottom 25%
Same street · William Avenue
#57 / 365
Top 16% · Avg 204.2k
Same area · West Alexander
#53 / 772
Top 7% · Avg 187.3k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#146,625 / 194,458
Bottom 25% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

around average
1905
0255075100
Same streetBottom 24%Same areaBottom 47%CitywideBottom 2%

Lot Size

below average
2,189 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 1%Same areaBottom 6%CitywideBottom 1%

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

454 William Avenue — 34 amenities found within 500 m, across 7 categories, including 10 dining (nearest 106 m), 4 education (nearest 139 m), 3 healthcare (nearest 109 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining10
🏫Education4
🏥Healthcare3
🛒Shopping6
🌳Parks7
Worship3
🏛️Government1

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

454 William Avenue: We are not showing a transaction history based solely on public data; that does not mean no sale ever occurred. You can still request details by email in the “Data notes” section below—we will look it up manually and reply with the most accurate information available.

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 454 William Avenue, Winnipeg

Property Overview: 454 William Avenue, Winnipeg

Section 1: Key Characteristics & Appeal

This home on William Avenue in West Alexander presents a distinctive profile defined by striking contrasts. Its most prominent feature is its exceptionally generous living space of 2,608 sq ft, which ranks in the top 1% of homes both on its street and in the entire neighbourhood. This makes it a true standout for buyers seeking substantial interior room, likely offering formal dining areas, multiple bedrooms, or flexible living spaces uncommon in the area.

The appeal lies in this unique value proposition: a very large interior housed within a historic 1905 character home, carrying an assessed value ($282k) that is notably above average for West Alexander. This suggests you are acquiring significant square footage at a relative value compared to the city-wide average. The trade-off is a smaller, urban-sized lot (2,189 sq ft), which means outdoor private space is limited, but it aligns with the neighbourhood's character.

This property would best suit a specific buyer: someone who prioritizes abundant indoor living space and historic charm over a large yard. It’s ideal for a growing family, a multi-generational household, or a buyer who values the potential of a character home and is less concerned with the property being newer or having extensive grounds. It represents an opportunity to own a spacious, established home in a central neighbourhood without the premium price tag of a similarly sized lot in newer suburbs.

Section 2: Frequently Asked Questions

1. Why is the assessed value above average for the area but below average city-wide?
This reflects the neighbourhood's market dynamics. West Alexander generally features more modestly priced, often older homes. This property's value is high for the area due to its large size, but it remains below the Winnipeg average because that average is pulled up by newer, suburban homes on larger lots in different market segments.

2. What are the implications of the home being built in 1905?
You are buying a significant piece of history with classic character, but this also means potential for older building materials and systems. A thorough inspection is crucial to understand the condition of the foundation, wiring, plumbing, and insulation. Renovation and maintenance costs may differ from a newer home.

3. The living area is in the top 1%, but the lot size is in the bottom 1% on the street. What does this mean practically?
This indicates the home occupies most of its lot. You benefit from immense interior space but will have minimal private yard area. Parking, gardening, and outdoor recreation space will be constrained, which is typical for dense, urban neighbourhoods.

4. How reliable is the sales history data shown?
The page states no sales history is displayed for this listing. The provided assessed value is for tax purposes, not market value. To get accurate, verified past sale prices, you must request a manual lookup via the email option on the site, as they do not have access to MLS sales records.

5. Are the "worth viewing" suggestions true comparables?
They are nearby properties or ones with a similar assessed value, but key details differ. For example, the suggested "423 William Avenue" has less living area and a different neighbourhood designation. Use them as a starting point for the area's price range, but note that this home's square footage is its most unique and distinguishing feature.