1531 Elgin Avenue W

Weston, Winnipeg

Property score

59.5

Fair

Overall 59.5 · Larger but older than most nearby homes

1,482 sqft (top 3%) · Built in 1910 (27 yrs older than avg)

Located in a above-average income area with median household income of ~77.5k

Transit 76.0 · 5-min walk to transit with 4 nearby routes · Within 500m: 1 dining spot, 1 school, 1 healthcare facility, and 2 parks nearby

Living Area

Above average

58% larger than neighborhood avg.

Year Built

Below average

27 yrs older than neighborhood avg.

Mother tongue

English · 59%Tagalog · 26%

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

Sold Count

682

Median price

202.5k

$/sqft

$245/sqft

Avg build year

1937

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Property score

59.5 is composed by the two sections below.

Property Score

53.6Fair
Living Area1,482 sqft75Good
Year Built191010Low
Lot Size2,597 sqft28Low
Neighbourhood Sales Activity48Low

Community Score

68.3Good
Household Income76Good
Education Level44Low
Housing Stress100Excellent
Core Housing Need63Fair
Employment Health52Fair

Neighbourhood Sales

Weston

How to read: Share of sales in each ~$50k price band for “weston” (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: #46110148

Community deep dive

$78K

Median household income

$83K

Average household income

18%

Low income (LIM-AT)

0.2

Income inequality (Gini)

3.1

P90 / P10 ratio

12%

Single-person households

30%

Families with children

Population, labour & age

Population (2021)655
Labour force participation rate61%
Median age30.2
Avg household size3.4
Unemployment rate14%
Population density5954 / km²

Households & income

Low income (LIM-AT, % pop.)18%
Single-person households12%
Couple families with children30%
Median household income (2020)$78K

Housing

Renter households27%
Condominium dwellings0%
Median dwelling value (owners)$200K

Diversity, education & language

Immigrants (share of pop.)43%
Visible minority59%
Bachelor's or higher (25–64)20%
Mother tongue (1st)English · 58%
Mother tongue (2nd)Tagalog · 25%

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

Rankings

Living Area

Elite
1,482 sqft
0255075100
Same streetTop 17%Same areaTop 3%CitywideTop 32%
Same street · Elgin Avenue W
#68 / 402
Top 17% · Avg 1,113 sqft
Same area · Weston
#60 / 1,736
Top 3% · Avg 936 sqft
Citywide · Winnipeg
#61,458 / 194,458
Top 32% · Avg 1,342 sqft

Tax-Assessed Value

above average
228k
0255075100
Same streetTop 23%Same areaTop 17%CitywideBottom 13%
Same street · Elgin Avenue W
#91 / 402
Top 23% · Avg 189.6k
Same area · Weston
#294 / 1,736
Top 17% · Avg 184.7k
Citywide · Winnipeg
#169,791 / 194,458
Bottom 13% · Avg 390.1k

Year Built

around average
1910
0255075100
Same streetBottom 41%Same areaBottom 17%CitywideBottom 6%

Lot Size

around average
2,597 sqft
0255075100
Same streetBottom 17%Same areaBottom 40%CitywideBottom 6%

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

1531 Elgin Avenue W — 6 amenities found within 500 m, across 5 categories, including 1 dining (nearest 382 m), 1 education (nearest 128 m), 1 healthcare (nearest 294 m).

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🍽️Dining1
🏫Education1
🏥Healthcare1
🌳Parks2
Worship1

Crime & Safety

Weston · WPS public data · 2026

Annual incidents

66

2026

vs. city avg

+124%

relative to avg

Year-over-year

-93%

vs. prior year

Primary type

Other

35%

Full crime data for Weston →Winnipeg crime overview →

Sales History

Sold 7/2017CA$200k–250k
Sold price

Same street

Top 30%

Same area

Top 30%

City-wide

Bottom 13%

Related homes

Highlights & common questions: 1531 Elgin Avenue W, Winnipeg

1531 Elgin Avenue W – Property Summary

1. Key Characteristics & Appeal

This is a 1,482 sqft home built in 1910, on a 2,597 sqft lot, located in the Weston neighbourhood of Winnipeg. Its current assessed value is $228,000.

The property’s standout feature is its living space. At 1,482 sqft, it ranks in the top 3% within the Weston area—significantly larger than the neighbourhood average of 936 sqft. Compared to other homes on Elgin Avenue, it’s still well above average (top 17%), though citywide it sits closer to the middle.

The assessed value tells a more nuanced story. At $228,000, the home is valued above both its street and neighbourhood averages, but well below the citywide average for comparable homes. This suggests it offers more space than typical homes in Weston, without the price tag you’d expect for that size in other parts of Winnipeg.

The land area (2,597 sqft) is below average for the street and citywide, but sits roughly in the middle for the neighbourhood. The 1910 build date means it’s older than most homes in the area and decidedly older than the city average—something to factor in for maintenance and character.

Who it suits: Buyers who want a roomier-than-average home in an established inner-city neighbourhood, without paying a premium for the extra square footage. It may appeal to those who value indoor space over a large yard, and who are comfortable with an older home’s quirks and upkeep. Not ideal for someone seeking a turnkey modern property or a generous lot.


2. Five Possible FAQs

1. Is this house bigger than most in Weston?
Yes. At 1,482 sqft, it’s in the top 3% of comparable homes in the Weston area. The neighbourhood average is about 936 sqft, so this is notably more space than what’s typical nearby.

2. Why is the assessed value relatively low for its size?
The home is older (1910) and located in a neighbourhood where values are below the citywide median. While it’s valued above the street and neighbourhood averages, it doesn’t command the same price as a similarly sized home in a higher-demand area of Winnipeg. The smaller lot also plays a role.

3. What should I know about a home built in 1910?
Expect original construction details that may need updating—older wiring, plumbing, and insulation are common. It’s below average for both the neighbourhood and city in terms of year built. Some buyers see this as a chance for character and solid craftsmanship; others see deferred maintenance.

4. Is the small lot a problem?
It depends on your needs. The land area is below average for Elgin Avenue and citywide, but about average for Weston. If you want a big garden or room for additions, this likely won’t suit. If you prefer less yard work and more indoor space, it’s fine.

5. How does this home compare to others nearby right now?
You can open the neighbourhood map analysis (linked on the original page) to see side-by-side comparisons of year built, living area, assessed value, and lot size for nearby properties. That’s the best way to get a direct visual sense of how this house stacks up against its immediate neighbours.

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