695 Elgin Avenue

West Alexander, Winnipeg

Property score

37.5

Below average

Overall 37.5 · Smaller and older than most nearby homes

792 sqft (bottom 16%) · Built in 1893 (28 yrs older than avg)

Located in a average-income area with median household income of ~60.4k

Transit 92.0 · 3-min walk to transit with 6 nearby routes · Within 500m: 10 dining spots, 5 schools, 4 healthcare facilitys, and 1 shop nearby

Living Area

Below average

39% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Below average

28 yrs older than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 48%Tagalog · 16%

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

37.5 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

23.9Low
Living Area22
792 sqftLow
Year Built5
1893Low
Lot Size38
3,118 sqftLow
Neighbourhood Sales Activity80
Good

Community Score

57.8Fair
Household Income64
Fair
Education Level63
Fair
Housing Stress42
Low
Core Housing Need38
Low
Employment Health52
Fair

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: #46110136

Community deep dive

$60K

Median household income

$62K

Average household income

23%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.3

Income inequality (Gini)

3.2

P90 / P10 ratio

31%

Single-person households

15%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)589
Labour force participation rate52%
Median age37.6
Avg household size2.5
Unemployment rate5%
Population density1682 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)23%
Single-person households31%
Couple families with children15%
Median household income (2020)$60K

Housing

Renter households51%
Condominium dwellings5%
Median dwelling value (owners)$250K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)40%
Visible minority50%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)34%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 47%
Mother tongue (2nd)Tagalog · 15%

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

Rankings

Living Area

below average
792 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 24%Same areaBottom 16%CitywideBottom 9%
Same street · Elgin Avenue
#307 / 402
Bottom 24% · Avg 1,113 sqft
Same area · West Alexander
#649 / 772
Bottom 16% · Avg 1,299 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#177,826 / 194,458
Bottom 9% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

below average
143k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 27%Same areaBottom 28%CitywideBottom 3%
Same street · Elgin Avenue
#292 / 402
Bottom 27% · Avg 189.6k
Same area · West Alexander
#558 / 772
Bottom 28% · Avg 187.3k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#189,563 / 194,458
Bottom 3% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

below average
1893
0255075100
Same streetBottom 12%Same areaBottom 8%CitywideBottom 1%

Lot Size

around average
3,118 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 39%Same areaBottom 35%CitywideBottom 14%

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

695 Elgin Avenue — 27 amenities found within 500 m, across 7 categories, including 10 dining (nearest 186 m), 5 education (nearest 263 m), 4 healthcare (nearest 395 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining10
🏫Education5
🏥Healthcare4
🛒Shopping1
🌳Parks5
Worship1
🏛️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

Sold 7/2016CA$100k–150k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 5%

Same area

Bottom 8%

City-wide

Bottom 1%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 695 Elgin Avenue, Winnipeg

695 Elgin Avenue – Property Summary

Key Characteristics & Buyer Profile

This is a compact, older home in Winnipeg’s West Alexander neighbourhood with 792 square feet of living space on a 3,118-square-foot lot. Built in 1893, the property ranks among the oldest in its street, neighbourhood, and city—placing in the top 100% citywide for age. Its assessed value is $143,000, which is well below the citywide average of $390,100, though more in line with street and neighbourhood medians.

The appeal here is straightforward: low entry cost in a central neighbourhood, with a land-to-building ratio that offers more outdoor space than the small living area might suggest. The lot size ranks near the middle of the street and neighbourhood, meaning it’s not an unusually tight parcel for the area. The living area, however, is significantly smaller than typical homes on Elgin Avenue and in West Alexander, so this isn’t a property for someone needing generous indoor square footage.

What’s less obvious: the combination of a very old structure and below-average assessed value could mean renovation opportunity rather than move-in readiness, but it also likely means higher maintenance costs and potential retrofit needs (insulation, electrical, plumbing). The land area is large enough that a future addition or garage might be feasible, but zoning and heritage considerations should be checked first.

This property would suit a buyer who values affordability and location over space, is comfortable with an older home that may need work, and prioritizes outdoor space or a larger lot over a large interior. It may also appeal to someone looking for a starter home or investment property in a central Winnipeg neighbourhood where land value may appreciate faster than the building itself.


Frequently Asked Questions

1. How does the assessed value compare to similar homes nearby?
The assessed value of $143,000 is below the Elgin Avenue average of $189,600 and the West Alexander neighbourhood average of $187,300, but significantly lower than the citywide average of $390,100. This places it near the bottom 3% citywide for assessed value. The ranking suggests it’s one of the more affordable properties in the area.

2. Is the land area unusually small or large for the area?
At 3,118 square feet, the lot is slightly below the Elgin Avenue average of 3,608 square feet and below the West Alexander average of 3,591 square feet. It ranks around the middle of the street (top 61%) and neighbourhood (top 65%), so it’s considered around average for the immediate area—not notably cramped or generous.

3. What does the year built (1893) mean practically?
This is an exceptionally old home, ranking in the top 100% oldest citywide. While character homes from this era can have charm, the age likely means outdated systems, possible knob-and-tube wiring, old plumbing, lead paint risk, and less efficient insulation. Buyers should budget for significant renovations and expect higher ongoing maintenance.

4. Who typically buys properties like this?
These homes tend to attract first-time buyers looking for an affordable entry into a central neighbourhood, investors seeking rental properties with low acquisition costs, or handy homeowners who enjoy older buildings and don’t mind renovation work. It’s less suited for families needing large rooms or someone wanting a low-maintenance, move-in-ready home.

5. How does the small living area affect usability and resale?
At 792 square feet, this is roughly 30% smaller than the typical home on the street and 40% smaller than the citywide average for comparable homes. That limits how many people can live here comfortably and may reduce resale appeal to buyers who prioritize interior space. However, it also means lower utility costs and a smaller footprint to maintain or upgrade.