5-650 Westminster Avenue

West Broadway, Winnipeg

Property score

26.5

Below average

Overall 26.5 · Older than most nearby homes

590 sqft (bottom 43%) · Built in 1914 (82 yrs older than avg)

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

Transit 92.0 · 3-min walk to transit with 5 nearby routes · Within 500m: 16 dining spots, 4 schools, 12 healthcare facilitys, and 5 shops nearby

Living Area

Near average

10% smaller than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Below average

82 yrs older than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 74%Arabic · 1%

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

Sold Count

35

Median price

130k

$/sqft

$220/sqft

Avg build year

1996

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Property score

26.5 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

13.7Low
Living Area590 sqft8Low
Year Built191416Low
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” (Condos, 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

above average
590 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 13%Same areaBottom 43%CitywideBottom 5%
Same street · Westminster Avenue
#1 / 8
Top 13% · Avg 554 sqft
Same area · West Broadway
#35 / 61
Bottom 43% · Avg 653 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#25,537 / 26,841
Bottom 5% · Avg 1,042 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

around average
135k
0255075100
Same streetTop 38%Same areaBottom 23%CitywideBottom 8%
Same street · Westminster Avenue
#3 / 8
Top 38% · Avg 127.5k
Same area · West Broadway
#47 / 61
Bottom 23% · Avg 174.7k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#24,749 / 26,841
Bottom 8% · Avg 256.1k

Year Built

above average
1914
0255075100
Same streetTop 13%Same areaBottom 11%CitywideBottom 4%

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

5-650 Westminster Avenue — 51 amenities found within 500 m, across 9 categories, including 16 dining (nearest 128 m), 4 education (nearest 165 m), 12 healthcare (nearest 172 m).

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🍽️Dining16
🏫Education4
🏥Healthcare12
🛒Shopping5
🌳Parks6
💪Sports2
🏦Finance1
Fuel Stations1
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 7/2023CA$100k–150k
Sold price

Same street

Bottom 33%

Same area

Bottom 26%

City-wide

Bottom 6%
Sold 6/2022CA$150k–200k
Sold price

Same street

Top 33%

Same area

Bottom 40%

City-wide

Bottom 13%

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Highlights & common questions: 5-650 Westminster Avenue, Winnipeg

Key Characteristics & Buyer Profile

This is a 1914-built unit at 5-650 Westminster Avenue, with 590 square feet of living space and a tax-assessed value of $135,000. Its strongest feature is size: within its immediate street (8 properties), it ranks 1st, sitting well above the local average of 554 square feet. In the broader West Broadway area, it lands near the middle, and city-wide it’s on the smaller side—falling in the 95th percentile for compactness. The assessment is similarly localized: above average on the street but below both the neighbourhood and city medians. The building date is among the oldest on the street, and significantly older than most properties in West Broadway and Winnipeg as a whole.

The appeal here is a mix of relative space and historic character at a below-market tax valuation, particularly when compared to newer or larger units nearby. This isn’t a flashy or oversized home, but it offers one of the roomier floor plans on its block, likely with original details from the era. It would suit a buyer who values a well-proportioned older unit in a central neighbourhood, appreciates the quirks of a pre-war build, and is less concerned with modern square footage norms or brand-new finishes. Good for someone wanting more elbow room than typical condos of this vintage, without paying a premium for a newer or larger unit.


Five Frequently Asked Questions

1. How does the size actually feel compared to other units nearby?
On its street, this is the largest property among 8 similar homes, so the 590 sqft will feel generous relative to immediate neighbours. But in West Broadway, it’s right around average, and city-wide it’s small. The “largest on the block” dynamic may matter more day-to-day than city rankings.

2. Is the low tax assessment a warning sign?
Not necessarily—it reflects the property’s age and smaller footprint. The assessed value of $135,000 is below the neighbourhood average of $175,000 and well below the city average of $256,000. That can mean lower property taxes, but it’s worth confirming the assessment aligns with recent sale comparables.

3. What does the 1914 build date mean practically?
You’re buying into a building that’s over 110 years old, which likely means solid construction but older systems (plumbing, electrical, insulation). It’s the oldest on its street and much older than most in the area. Expect maintenance quirks and possibly limited updates. A good home inspection is essential.

4. Is this a good fit for an investor or an owner-occupant?
Probably better for an owner-occupant who values character, location, and a slightly larger layout over turnkey condition. The low assessment and older age may limit appreciation potential compared to newer builds, but the below-market entry cost and central location could appeal to a long-term holder.

5. How does this property compare to others in West Broadway overall?
It’s a standout on its street, but average in size and below average in age and assessed value for the wider neighbourhood. That means it may feel like a good deal locally but won’t compete with newer or larger units in the area. Worth seeing in person to judge condition and layout.

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