735 Ross Avenue

West Alexander, Winnipeg

Property score

46.8

Below average

Overall 46.8 · Compared with neighbourhood average

1,025 sqft (bottom 32%) · Built in 1918 (3 yrs older than avg)

Located in a average-income area with median household income of ~62k

Transit 92.0 · 5-min walk to transit with 5 nearby routes · Within 500m: 11 dining spots, 3 schools, 1 healthcare facility, and 5 parks nearby

Living Area

Below average

21% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Near average

3 yrs older than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 46%Tagalog · 15%

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

46.8 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

42.6Low
Living Area52
1,025 sqftFair
Year Built16
1918Low
Lot Size28
2,944 sqftLow
Neighbourhood Sales Activity80
Good

Community Score

53.0Fair
Household Income64
Fair
Education Level22
Low
Housing Stress74
Good
Core Housing Need50
Fair
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: #46110175

Community deep dive

$62K

Median household income

$73K

Average household income

24%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.2

Income inequality (Gini)

3.0

P90 / P10 ratio

21%

Single-person households

23%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)599
Labour force participation rate53%
Median age29.0
Avg household size3.1
Unemployment rate12%
Population density5990 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)24%
Single-person households21%
Couple families with children23%
Median household income (2020)$62K

Housing

Renter households60%
Condominium dwellings5%
Median dwelling value (owners)$230K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)50%
Visible minority60%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)13%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 45%
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

around average
1,025 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 40%Same areaBottom 32%CitywideBottom 29%
Same street · Ross Avenue
#151 / 380
Top 40% · Avg 1,020 sqft
Same area · West Alexander
#527 / 772
Bottom 32% · Avg 1,299 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#138,839 / 194,458
Bottom 29% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

around average
155k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 30%Same areaBottom 35%CitywideBottom 3%
Same street · Ross Avenue
#266 / 380
Bottom 30% · Avg 200.4k
Same area · West Alexander
#505 / 772
Bottom 35% · Avg 187.3k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#187,721 / 194,458
Bottom 3% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

around average
1918
0255075100
Same streetBottom 42%Same areaTop 31%CitywideBottom 12%

Lot Size

around average
2,944 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 50%Same areaBottom 28%CitywideBottom 9%

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

735 Ross Avenue — 21 amenities found within 500 m, across 5 categories, including 11 dining (nearest 256 m), 3 education (nearest 110 m), 1 healthcare (nearest 423 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining11
🏫Education3
🏥Healthcare1
🌳Parks5
Worship1

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 12/2023CA$100k–150k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 15%

Same area

Bottom 15%

City-wide

Bottom 2%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 735 Ross Avenue, Winnipeg

Here is a clean, standalone summary of the property at 735 Ross Avenue, organized into two sections.


Property Overview: 735 Ross Avenue

This property is a 1,025 sqft home built in 1918, situated on a 2,944 sqft lot in the West Alexander neighborhood of Winnipeg. Its key characteristics lie in its moderate positioning across several metrics. The home is around average for its street and neighborhood in terms of living area, year built, and assessed value, but it sits below the citywide averages in nearly all categories. The assessed value of $155k is notably lower than the citywide average of $390k, reflecting the home's age and smaller footprint compared to newer or larger properties across Winnipeg.

The appeal here is for a buyer who values a grounded, functional home in an established area, rather than a premium or renovated property. It suits someone looking for an entry-level purchase in a central neighborhood, or an investor considering a modest renovation. The property doesn’t stand out with exceptional rankings, but it holds its own locally—ranking near the median for lot size on the street (top 50%) and in better standing for its neighborhood age bracket (built 1918, ranking in the top 31% of West Alexander). This suggests a home that fits comfortably within its immediate context, without the premium attached to newer or larger citywide comps.


Five Frequently Asked Questions

1. How does this property compare to others in West Alexander?
In the West Alexander neighborhood, this home is average or slightly below average for living area (ranking in the top 68%) and assessed value (top 65%). Its lot size is smaller than the neighborhood norm (top 72%), but its year built—1918—ranks it in the top 31% of the area, meaning it is older than most nearby homes. It is not a standout, but it represents a typical, older house in this part of the city.

2. Is the assessed value of $155k a fair reflection of the home’s condition?
The assessment is around average for the street (top 70%) and neighborhood (top 65%), but significantly below the citywide average. This suggests the value is aligned with local comparable homes, not an outlier. That said, assessment values are based on market data and do not account for interior condition or recent upgrades. A buyer would need an inspection to gauge actual livability versus the assessed figure.

3. How does the lot size affect the property’s usability?
At 2,944 sqft, the lot is about average for Ross Avenue (top 50%) but smaller than typical for West Alexander (top 72%) and much smaller than the citywide median lot of 6,570 sqft (top 91%). This means outdoor space is limited relative to newer suburban homes. For someone wanting a modest yard or garden in a denser urban setting, it is workable; for those needing ample space for expansions or large landscaping, it is not.

4. What does the year built—1918—imply about maintenance or character?
Built in 1918, this home is older than most citywide (top 88%) but fits well within West Alexander’s older housing stock. While it offers potential character features common to pre-war homes (e.g., solid framing, possibly original trim), buyers should anticipate older systems (plumbing, electrical, insulation) that may need updating. It is not a historic designation, but its age is a factor for both charm and practicality.

5. Who is this home not ideal for?
This property may not suit buyers seeking a move-in-ready flagship home, or those prioritizing a large yard or a newer build. Given its below-average citywide rankings in living area, lot size, and value, it is less competitive for families requiring space or resale upside in a rising market. It is best for those comfortable with a modest, older home in a well-established but average-ranked neighborhood.