Property score
43.7
Below average
Overall 43.7 · Smaller but newer than most nearby homes
707 sqft (bottom 23%) · Built in 1946 (9 yrs newer than avg)
Located in a above-average income area with median household income of ~77.5k
Transit 86.0 · 4-min walk to transit with 4 nearby routes · Within 500m: 1 dining spot, 1 school, 1 healthcare facility, and 2 parks nearby
Living Area
Below average
24% smaller than neighborhood avg.
Year Built
Above average
9 yrs newer than neighborhood avg.
Mother tongue
English · 59%Tagalog · 26%
Past 10 years Weston sales snapshot (~80% of all data)
682
202.5k
$245/sqft
1937
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43.7 is composed by the two sections below.
Property Score
Community Score
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.
Sales-to-New-Listings
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
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.
Dissemination area (DA) — Statistics Canada 2021 Census · Area: #46110148
$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
Figures are for the census dissemination area containing this listing location; sources and margins may apply per Statistics Canada.
Rank by land area, larger = better rank
Rank by year, newer = better rank
Rank by living area, larger = better rank
Rank by assessed value, higher = better rank
Bar: fill length ≈ share of peers you outperform. Fill color reflects tier (red / blue / amber / gray). “Avg” is a rough median benchmark for comparable homes in that scope.
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.
Nearby stops, routes & transit score
Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more
1577 Elgin Avenue W — 7 amenities found within 500 m, across 6 categories, including 1 dining (nearest 390 m), 1 education (nearest 74 m), 1 healthcare (nearest 214 m).
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%
Same street
Same area
City-wide
| Metric | Same street | Same area | City-wide |
|---|---|---|---|
Sold price | Bottom 42% | Bottom 42% | Bottom 6% |
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Address · Year Built · Living Area
Address · Distance
Address · Tax-Assessed Value
This is a compact, post-war home (built 1946) in Winnipeg’s Weston neighbourhood. With 707 square feet of living space on a 3,427 sqft lot, it’s significantly smaller than the typical citywide home—ranking in the bottom 4% citywide for size. The assessed value of $175,000 is roughly average for its street and neighbourhood, but well below the citywide median of $390,100.
The appeal here is straightforward: affordability and a lower entry point into a mature, established area. The lot size is modest but not cramped relative to nearby properties (it sits in the top 40% for land area within the neighbourhood). Older homes in this bracket often have more solid construction and less complicated mechanicals than newer builds, but you should expect some updates are needed—nothing in the data suggests recent renovations.
This property suits first-time buyers on a tighter budget who are comfortable with a smaller footprint and don’t need a big yard. It may also appeal to investors looking for a rental property in a stable inner-ring suburb, or buyers who plan to add square footage later—the lot is large enough for a modest addition, though zoning should be verified separately. It is less suited for families needing multiple bedrooms or buyers who prioritize a move-in-ready, modern interior.
1. Is this home a teardown or a fixer-upper?
Not necessarily. The data doesn’t indicate the home’s condition. A well-maintained 1946 home can be perfectly livable with cosmetic updates. But given its age and low citywide value ranking, it’s worth budgeting for major systems (roof, furnace, electrical, windows) unless recent receipts confirm they’ve been replaced.
2. How does the lot size compare to newer subdivisions?
Favourably. Most new builds in Winnipeg sit on 2,500–3,000 sqft lots. At 3,427 sqft, you get more outdoor space than typical infill lots, but less than the older, oversized lots you’d find in some inner-city areas. It’s a practical middle ground.
3. Why is the assessed value so low compared to the citywide average?
Assessed value reflects the city’s estimate of market value based on size, age, location, and recent sales. This property’s small living area and older construction put it in a lower tier. The citywide average is pulled up by newer, larger homes in suburban subdivisions.
4. Is Weston a neighbourhood on the rise?
Weston is a working-class, established area with good access to downtown, the airport, and major routes. It’s not a high-growth hotspot like some newer suburbs, but it has stability and a mix of long-term owners and renters. Gentrification pressure is low, so don’t expect rapid appreciation—steady, modest gains are more realistic.
5. Would this property qualify for a high-ratio mortgage or first-time buyer programs?
Potentially, yes. The $175,000 price point is well under the national average, and many first-time buyer programs (first home savings account, first-time home buyer incentive, land transfer tax rebates) apply here. You’ll need a pre-approval to confirm eligibility based on your income and down payment. A smaller mortgage also means lower monthly payments and less interest over time, which is an underrated advantage.
