29 Cornish Avenue

West Broadway, Winnipeg

Property score

63.6

Fair

Overall 63.6 · Larger and newer than most nearby homes

2,655 sqft (top 11%) · Built in 1906 (4 yrs older than avg)

Located in a below-average income area with median household income of ~40k

Transit 80.0 · 3-min walk to transit with 3 nearby routes · Within 500m: 15 dining spots, 5 schools, 5 healthcare facilitys, and 3 shops nearby

Living Area

Above average

32% larger than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Above average

4 yrs older than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 74%Arabic · 1%

Past 10 years West Broadway sales snapshot (~80% of all data)

Sold Count

141

Median price

275k

$/sqft

$142/sqft

Avg build year

1910

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Property score

63.6 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

75.6Good
Living Area2,655 sqft98Excellent
Year Built190610Low
Lot Size5,898 sqft74Good
Neighbourhood Sales Activity74Good

Community Score

45.7Low
Household Income40Low
Education Level72Good
Housing Stress20Low
Core Housing Need25Low
Employment Health68Good

Neighbourhood Sales

West Broadway

How to read: Share of sales in each ~$50k price band for “west broadway” (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: #46110658

Community deep dive

$40K

Median household income

$47K

Average household income

37%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.3

Income inequality (Gini)

4.0

P90 / P10 ratio

63%

Single-person households

5%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)468
Labour force participation rate74%
Median age32.4
Avg household size1.6
Unemployment rate16%
Population density15600 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)37%
Single-person households63%
Couple families with children5%
Median household income (2020)$40K

Housing

Renter households89%
Condominium dwellings5%
Median dwelling value (owners)

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)25%
Visible minority33%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)37%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 74%
Mother tongue (2nd)Arabic · 1%

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

Rankings

Living Area

Elite
2,655 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 25%Same areaTop 11%CitywideTop 2%
Same street · Cornish Avenue
#3 / 4
Bottom 25% · Avg 3,015 sqft
Same area · West Broadway
#37 / 348
Top 11% · Avg 2,017 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#3,939 / 194,458
Top 2% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

Elite
496k
0255075100
Same streetBottom 25%Same areaTop 4%CitywideTop 20%
Same street · Cornish Avenue
#3 / 4
Bottom 25% · Avg 585.5k
Same area · West Broadway
#15 / 348
Top 4% · Avg 295.4k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#39,699 / 194,458
Top 20% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

above average
1906
0255075100
Same streetBottom 25%Same areaTop 20%CitywideBottom 2%

Lot Size

above average
5,898 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 25%Same areaTop 8%CitywideTop 35%

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

29 Cornish Avenue — 39 amenities found within 500 m, across 7 categories, including 15 dining (nearest 181 m), 5 education (nearest 172 m), 5 healthcare (nearest 211 m).

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🍽️Dining15
🏫Education5
🏥Healthcare5
🛒Shopping3
🌳Parks5
💪Sports2
Worship4

Crime & Safety

West Broadway · WPS public data · 2026

Annual incidents

67

2026

vs. city avg

+127%

relative to avg

Year-over-year

-94%

vs. prior year

Primary type

Property

45%

Sales History

Sold 4/2017CA$450k–500k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 1%

Same area

Top 6%

City-wide

Top 23%

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Highlights & common questions: 29 Cornish Avenue, Winnipeg

29 Cornish Avenue – Property Summary

Key Characteristics & Buyer Profile

This 1906 home on Cornish Avenue offers 2,655 square feet of living space on a 5,898-square-foot lot. Its real distinction is contextual: while it sits on a street where it's smaller and less valuable than three of its four neighbours, it ranks in the top 11% of homes in the West Broadway neighbourhood for living area and the top 4% for assessed value. Citywide, its living space places it in the top 2% of comparable homes, though its assessed value is only in the top 20%—a gap that suggests the property's size isn't fully reflected in its current valuation. The lot is generous for the neighbourhood (top 8%) but about average by city standards. The home is older than most in Winnipeg (built 1906, ranking in the bottom 2% citywide), which may appeal to buyers who value character, original details, or a renovation project over modern construction.

The appeal lies in the combination of a large footprint in a dense, older neighbourhood with an assessed value that hasn't caught up to its size. For a buyer who sees potential—whether through renovation, rezoning, or simply getting a large home in a central area at a relatively modest price relative to its square footage—this property offers something unusual. It would likely suit:

  • Renovators or flippers looking for a project in a neighbourhood with strong citywide rankings.
  • Buyers who prioritize interior space over lot size or street prestige, and who don't mind being the understated house on a block of larger, pricier homes.
  • Investors or families who want a large home in a central Winnipeg neighborhood at an assessed value that's moderate compared to the citywide average for homes of this square footage.

Five Possible FAQs

1. Why is the assessed value relatively low for such a large home?
The $496,000 assessment reflects condition, age, and street-level comparisons. The home ranks only 3rd out of 4 on its street in assessed value, meaning its neighbours are worth more. Citywide, it's in the top 20%, so the value is solid—just not as high as its living area rank (top 2%) might suggest. This often points to deferred maintenance, an older floor plan, or a less desirable street position compared to neighbours.

2. Is this a good candidate for a renovation or addition?
Yes, but with caution. The lot is above average for the neighbourhood (top 8%), so there's room to expand. However, the home is in the bottom 2% citywide for age, so structural and system updates may be needed. A renovation could boost the assessed value closer to match the living-area ranking, but you'd want a thorough inspection before committing.

3. How does the street compare to the neighbourhood overall?
Cornish Avenue itself is a mixed bag relative to West Broadway. The street's average living area (3,015 sqft) and assessed value ($585,500) are higher than this home's figures, meaning this property is below the street average. But the neighbourhood as a whole (West Broadway) has far smaller and less valuable homes on average. So you get a large home for the area, on a street where it's the smaller, more affordable option.

4. What's the neighbourhood like for families or long-term residents?
West Broadway is an established, centrally located Winnipeg neighbourhood with older housing stock. The home's elite neighbourhood rank for value (top 4%) and above-average ranking for living area (top 11%) suggest it's one of the more substantial properties in the area. The lot size (over half an acre) is generous for an urban infill neighbourhood. Proximity to amenities and schools would depend on exact location, but central neighbourhoods typically offer good walkability and transit access.

5. Should I be concerned about the age of the home?
Not necessarily, but it deserves attention. Built in 1906, it's older than most homes in Winnipeg (average citywide is 1966). Older homes can have superior materials and craftsmanship, but they also often need updated electrical, plumbing, foundation work, or insulation. The home ranks in the bottom 2% citywide for age, so you're buying into a property that's likely been a project for previous owners or will become one for you. A detailed home inspection is strongly recommended.

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