848 Mcdermot Avenue

West Alexander, Winnipeg

Property score

58.0

Fair

Overall 58.0 · Older than most nearby homes

1,420 sqft (top 35%) · Built in 1902 (19 yrs older than avg)

Located in a average-income area with median household income of ~45.6k

Transit 94.0 · 2-min walk to transit with 4 nearby routes · Within 500m: 9 dining spots, 3 schools, 2 healthcare facilitys, and 2 shops nearby

Living Area

Near average

9% larger than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Below average

19 yrs older than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 37%Tagalog · 6%

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

58.0 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

56.7Fair
Living Area75
1,420 sqftGood
Year Built10
1902Low
Lot Size38
3,301 sqftLow
Neighbourhood Sales Activity80
Good

Community Score

60.0Fair
Household Income50
Fair
Education Level91
Excellent
Housing Stress63
Fair
Core Housing Need63
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: #46110135

Community deep dive

$46K

Median household income

$59K

Average household income

29%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.3

Income inequality (Gini)

4.0

P90 / P10 ratio

44%

Single-person households

21%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)393
Labour force participation rate53%
Median age32.4
Avg household size2.1
Unemployment rate13%
Population density4912 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)29%
Single-person households44%
Couple families with children21%
Median household income (2020)$46K

Housing

Renter households78%
Condominium dwellings0%
Median dwelling value (owners)$220K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)27%
Visible minority65%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)53%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 37%
Mother tongue (2nd)Tagalog · 6%

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

Rankings

Living Area

above average
1,420 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 23%Same areaTop 35%CitywideTop 35%
Same street · Mcdermot Avenue
#51 / 221
Top 23% · Avg 1,144 sqft
Same area · West Alexander
#274 / 772
Top 35% · Avg 1,299 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#67,258 / 194,458
Top 35% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

around average
169k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 25%Same areaBottom 43%CitywideBottom 5%
Same street · Mcdermot Avenue
#166 / 221
Bottom 25% · Avg 214.1k
Same area · West Alexander
#440 / 772
Bottom 43% · Avg 187.3k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#185,339 / 194,458
Bottom 5% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

below average
1902
0255075100
Same streetBottom 12%Same areaBottom 20%CitywideBottom 1%

Lot Size

around average
3,301 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 36%Same areaTop 44%CitywideBottom 17%

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

848 Mcdermot Avenue — 25 amenities found within 500 m, across 7 categories, including 9 dining (nearest 233 m), 3 education (nearest 319 m), 2 healthcare (nearest 174 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining9
🏫Education3
🏥Healthcare2
🛒Shopping2
🌳Parks2
Fuel Stations1
Worship6

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 4/2023CA$100k–150k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 6%

Same area

Bottom 16%

City-wide

Bottom 2%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 848 Mcdermot Avenue, Winnipeg

Key Characteristics & Buyer Profile

This property at 848 Mcdermot Avenue offers 1,420 square feet of living space on a 3,301 square foot lot. Built in 1902, it sits in the West Alexander neighbourhood of Winnipeg. The living space is above average for its street and roughly average for the neighbourhood and city, placing it in the top 35% citywide. The assessed value sits at $169,000, which is notably low compared to the city average of $390,000. The lot size is close to average for the neighbourhood but smaller than typical Winnipeg lots.

The main appeal here is the combination of generous interior space with a low property tax assessment. For a buyer looking at older homes, this property provides significantly more square footage than many comparably priced options. The trade-off is the age—1902 means older construction, which often comes with maintenance considerations, but also the character and central location typical of a historic neighbourhood. This would suit buyers who want space and location over a modern finish, and who are comfortable with a fixer-upper or a home that has been well-maintained but not recently updated. It’s less suited to someone seeking a turnkey, low-maintenance property or a large yard.


Five Possible FAQs

1. How does the low assessed value affect my property taxes?
A lower assessed value means lower annual property taxes. At $169,000, this home’s tax bill will be significantly less than the city median, which can free up budget for renovations or monthly expenses. Just keep in mind that reassessments happen periodically, and improvements you make could raise the value—and the taxes—over time.

2. Is a 1902 home likely to have knob-and-tube wiring or other outdated systems?
It’s common for homes of this era to have original or partially updated electrical, plumbing, and insulation. You should budget for a specialized home inspection that looks at these systems carefully. Some homes from this period have been fully modernized, but without that info, it’s safer to assume there will be some older elements that may need attention.

3. The lot is smaller than the city average—what does that actually mean for use?
A 3,301 sqft lot is typical for this neighbourhood. It means a manageable yard, less mowing, and probably lower maintenance. The trade-off is limited space for additions, large gardens, or extra parking. If you value outdoor space for entertaining or expansion, this might feel tight; for a low-upkeep city property, it’s a plus.

4. How does the living space compare to other homes in West Alexander?
This home’s 1,420 sqft is slightly above the neighbourhood average of 1,299 sqft and well above the street average of 1,144 sqft. So relative to nearby properties, you’re getting above-average interior square footage without paying a premium for it. That’s unusual in older neighbourhoods where smaller homes are more common.

5. What are the practical downsides of a home ranked in the oldest 1% citywide?
Being built in 1902 puts this home among the oldest 1% of properties in Winnipeg. That typically means non-standard framing, possible foundation settlement, and older windows or roofing. It also means the home may have heritage restrictions on exterior changes. On the plus side, older homes in this area often have solid wood, high ceilings, and a layout that’s hard to replicate in new construction. It’s a trade-off between character and ongoing upkeep.