849 William Avenue

West Alexander, Winnipeg

Property score

45.3

Below average

Overall 45.3 · Smaller than most nearby homes

928 sqft (bottom 25%) · Built in 1905 (16 yrs older than avg)

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

Transit 100.0 · 2-min walk to transit with 5 nearby routes · Within 500m: 8 dining spots, 3 schools, 2 healthcare facilitys, and 1 shop nearby

Living Area

Below average

29% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Near average

16 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

45.3 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

36.9Low
Living Area928 sqft42Low
Year Built190510Low
Lot Size3,280 sqft38Low
Neighbourhood Sales Activity80Good

Community Score

57.8Fair
Household Income64Fair
Education Level63Fair
Housing Stress42Low
Core Housing Need38Low
Employment Health52Fair

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

around average
928 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 46%Same areaBottom 25%CitywideBottom 19%
Same street · William Avenue
#197 / 365
Bottom 46% · Avg 1,090 sqft
Same area · West Alexander
#578 / 772
Bottom 25% · Avg 1,299 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#157,386 / 194,458
Bottom 19% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

around average
145k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 20%Same areaBottom 30%CitywideBottom 3%
Same street · William Avenue
#291 / 365
Bottom 20% · Avg 204.2k
Same area · West Alexander
#543 / 772
Bottom 30% · Avg 187.3k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#189,277 / 194,458
Bottom 3% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

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

Lot Size

around average
3,280 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 37%Same areaBottom 44%CitywideBottom 16%

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

849 William Avenue — 22 amenities found within 500 m, across 6 categories, including 8 dining (nearest 122 m), 3 education (nearest 330 m), 2 healthcare (nearest 336 m).

Search radius
🍽️Dining8
🏫Education3
🏥Healthcare2
🛒Shopping1
🌳Parks4
Worship4

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 11/2019CA$150k–200k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 27%

Same area

Bottom 28%

City-wide

Bottom 4%

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Highlights & common questions: 849 William Avenue, Winnipeg

849 William Avenue – Property Summary

Key Characteristics & Buyer Profile

This is a 928 sqft home on a 3,280 sqft lot, built in 1905, with an assessed value of $145k. Located in the West Alexander neighbourhood of Winnipeg, the property sits below citywide averages in almost every category—smaller living area, smaller lot, older construction, and lower assessed value. Its strongest relative position is on land area at the street level, where it falls in the top 63% of comparable homes on William Avenue. The assessed value, while low citywide, is roughly in line with the West Alexander neighbourhood average.

The appeal here is primarily affordability and entry point. For a buyer who prioritizes low cost of entry over square footage or modern construction, this property offers a chance to own in a denser, older part of the city where prices are compressed. It’s not a home that will impress on paper with size or upgrades—but it may suit someone looking for a compact, no-frills property with a functional lot in an established area. Investors or first-time buyers willing to take on some renovation or maintenance work might also see potential, given the low valuation relative to citywide medians. That said, the below-average metrics at every scope suggest limited upside without significant improvement.


Frequently Asked Questions

1. How does this property compare to others on William Avenue specifically?
On its street, the home is broadly average for living area and land size, but below average in assessed value and year built. It’s not an outlier—just slightly older and lower-valued than the median home on the block.

2. Is the low assessed value a problem or an opportunity?
It depends on your goals. A low assessed value often means lower property taxes, which can help with monthly carrying costs. On the other hand, it may reflect limited recent sales activity or deferred maintenance. If you’re planning to renovate, the low base could mean a quicker path to added equity.

3. What’s the neighbourhood like in terms of home age and style?
West Alexander has an average year built around 1921, so this 1905 home fits the character of the area. Many homes in the neighbourhood are older, which means the area has a mature feel, but also potential for aging infrastructure that buyers should inspect carefully.

4. How does the lot size affect usability?
At 3,280 sqft, the lot is smaller than the neighbourhood average of 3,591 sqft and well below the citywide average of 6,570 sqft. It’s a compact urban lot—practical for a small yard, garden, or parking, but not suited for major additions or expansive outdoor space.

5. Should the rankings influence my decision?
They’re useful for context, but rankings are relative. This home ranks low citywide because it’s old and small by modern standards—that’s not inherently bad. What matters more is how the property fits your budget, your tolerance for older construction, and your plans for the space. Rankings don’t measure character, location convenience, or potential.

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